If you’ve checked out the “Eat Local” section of our website, our food related blogs, Facebook, and Instagram pages, you can clearly see that the Jersey Shore is home to many delicious restaurants, each with their own unique menu items. Most restaurants now offer healthier dining options, and we will be highlighting more of these choices in the coming months.
This is part two to our first article, which you can read here.
At Jersey Shore inMotion, we keep your health in mind and know how important it is to take care of yourself both mentally and physically. Therefore, we have come up with easy and fun ways to “eat, move and chill” all while staying healthy at the Jersey Shore!
Staying healthy is more than just eating well. It’s also about moving your body and taking care of yourself with services to help you relax and be the healthiest you can possibly be overall.
And don’t forget- if you download our new Locals InMotion™ app, you can find exclusive information and amazing deals to the shore’s leading restaurants to help fuel your body. Think of it as a treat for all that you do!
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Let’s start with breakfast! Known as the most important meal of the day, it’s key to eat high protein (especially pre/post-workout), fat for satiety and to keep you full longer, and carbs to give your body the energy it needs for the day ahead! Well, every Sunday from 11:00am – 3:00pm, Klein’s Fish Market in Belmar has an amazing “ALL YOU CAN EAT” brunch that satisfies all three of these primary macronutrients with a huge selection of fresh and healthy options! The price is $32 per adult and $12 for kids (10 years and younger) and features a carving station with a selection of meats, made-to-order omelettes, eggs, and waffles, and cold and hot entrees that feature fresh fruit, salads, and steamed veggies to keep it low calorie and super filling! For a full menu that changes slightly week by week, you can check it out here. 708 River Road, Belmar, NJ 07719, (732)-681-1177, www.kleinsfish.com
When eating healthy, it’s important to eat good, quality ingredients for your body. Simply Greek Eats has two locations around the Jersey Shore (Holmdel and Long Branch) that serve up delicious lunch specials using only the best ingredients Monday through Friday 11:00am – 4:00 pm. The full menu, which you can check out here, has a range of fresh salads, wraps, hearty protein dishes, and hummus. Nothing exceeds $14 and you’re going to be hooked after the first bite! Plus, Simply Greek Eats now has delivery available through Door Dash and Uber Eats, so you don’t have to miss out on nutritious food if you’re at work or stuck at home. Simply download the Door Dash or Uber Eats app and enter your address to see if you are eligible to get Simply Greek Eats delivery. 2128 Route 35 South, Holmdel, NJ 07704, (732)-275-0036 | 44 Centennial Drive, Long Branch, NJ 07704, (732)-571-0222, www.simplygreekeats.com
Dinner is ready at Sea Bright’s newest BYOB restaurant featuring continental comfort food with an upscale twist served in a warm, stylish dining room. Located right on Ocean Avenue in the heart of Sea Bright, OAK- Ocean Ave Kitchen, offers a small but wide-ranging menu to provide something for every visitor with any specific dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan options! They serve up local fresh food made upon order with options such as seafood, chicken, steak, pork chops, gluten-free and regular pastas, salads, soups, and small unique dishes for you and your table to enjoy. End your day right by indulging in a delicious hearty meal at OAK! Call ahead to reserve your table! 1132 Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright, NJ 07760, (732)-747-5200, www.oakseabright.com
Get moving! The Center for Pilates of Red Bank takes pride in offering exceptional customer service with their personal attention, comprehensive knowledge, and dedication to each client. This is especially great to those who are beginners and may be nervous to try pilates! Using Gratz equipment, as designed by Joseph Pilates, they will guide you to: strengthen your core, correct posture, and improve flexibility and balance. Whether you are looking for a private, duet or group class, the Center for Pilates of Red Bank will give you the tools of the classical Pilates method to create a lifetime of health– which is really what it’s all about! They are open Monday through Friday: 7:00am – 8:00pm and Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am – 2:00pm and have a class schedule which you can view here. 2 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank, NJ 07701, (732)-345-1515, www.centerforpilates.com
When Current Recovery and Performance was built in Belmar, they wanted to bring the tools, knowledge, and passion to this area to help make it healthier, help it grow, and help it thrive. They believed the surrounding communities of the Jersey Shore deserved it. So, if you’ve been looking to increase your mobility or join a gym, but don’t know where to start? Then come on out to Current Recovery and Performance! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 11AM, Current MOVE is small group training focused on light strengthening, balance training and light mobility/flexibility work for all ages. Spots are limited and class is 45 minutes long, so get started and get moving! Single classes are $10 and a six-pack of classes is $50!
Plus, you can get 1 free Current MOVE class with the purchase of ANY membership! In order to redeem this offer, please download Locals InMotion for iPhone, click our Local Offers button, find your offer, and subscribe! You’ll be able to redeem this offer on your next visit. 827 Belmar Plaza, Belmar, NJ 07719, (732)-428-7472, www.currentrecoverynj.com
Kur Wellness Studios is a beautiful, intimate, and unique yoga studio that doubles as a private personal training gym. They have natural light, a soft zebra floor, full mirrored wall, and a versatile “Yoga Wall” for assisted poses. By incorporating the “Yoga Wall” for support, you’ll find that you can do yoga poses with greater flexibility. Plus, their personal trainers are certified in teaching you how to build strength, boost endurance, and increase flexibility. Personal training with an instructor helps you to focus on long-lasting strength and healthy functional movement. It also gives you the customized programming you need to improve your body in the most efficient way possible. Start today with a personal trainer at Kur in a time-slot that works for you in their beautiful private studio! 412 Bond Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, (732)-361-8956, www.kurstudios.com
Now that we’ve got you moving, make sure your body is in check! At Health Fusion Wellness they utilize an Accurate Postural Assessment Scan to check your posture and keep your spine skeletal system, discs, ligaments, blood vessels, muscles and spinal nerves where they need to be.
They also offer many packages in their office. Know of an athlete in your life who’s preparing for their next big event? Then tell them about the ELITE ATHLETE package! It properly preps the body for any upcoming game, fight, competition, or sporting event. Additionally, with this package, the doctors will put together an individual program for each athlete based off of their initial evaluation, type of sport, and current athletic ability.
This is a 5 week program consisting of up to 4 visits per week. It includes manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, chiropractic adjustments, Game Ready System and NormaTec Recovery system. Plus, you will also receive 1 Whole Body Cryotherapy Session per week. And lastly, their marketing team will help promote you and your big event on their social media platforms! For all of you Jersey Shore’s athletes, big or small, keep your spine in line and visit Health Fusion Wellness! 3333 Route 9 North, Freehold, NJ 07728, (732)-665-6334, www.hfwnj.com
Kur Wellness Studios also does spa services; featuring massage, facials, body treatments, hand & foot treatments, and waxing! After you’re done with your yoga class or personal training session, book a luxury service to rejuvenate and relax. You’ll feel better from the inside-out after enjoying a HUGE variety of spa services which we listed here!
Plus, they offer Day Spa treatments for your “rest days” which include both massage and facials. In most cases, these will be performed by different therapists. They suggest to call to schedule your appointment so that they can customize the experience to your liking. The absolute best part? If you’re scheduling over lunch, any Day Spa Package can be accompanied by a bento box of your choice from Taka Restaurant for an additional $20! Ask for details making your appointment so that it can have be ready for you at your treatment. 412 Bond Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, (732)-361-8956, www.kurstudios.com
Now that we’ve cued you in on a few new ways to stay healthy while you “eat, move and chill” around the Jersey Shore, get out and do just that! (Psst- Tell them Jersey Shore InMotion sent ya!)
Keep posted for our new articles on our blog to follow with more ways to stay healthy while enjoying the things you already do, and possibly some new ones!
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