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The new Philly - Lifestyle - Philadelphia - Brief Article

Men's Fitness, June, 2002

PHILADELPHIA, ONCE THE REIGNING heavyweight atop our annual list of the nation's fattest cities, has improved its fitness and moved up three rankings in three years (see "America's Fattest Cities," February). So what's the latest health contribution from Rocky's 'hood? Try the Sheraton Rittenhouse Square (215-546-9400 or 800-325-3535), touted as the country's first and only "environmentally smart" hotel. Here's what you'll find:

* For the Sierra Club member in all of us, recycled materials are used in the room signs, the night tables and the reception desk.

* The hotel is totally smoke-free, including the bar.

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* A dual-filter air system provides fresh air to the entire hotel, removing mold, pollen and bacteria. Twice an hour, the air in each guest room is completely recycled.

* The bedding comes from organically grown, unbleached cotton and pure wool and is free of dyes. (Promoters say it adjusts to an individual's body temperature.)

* Even the light bulbs are energy-efficient.

The new Philly - Lifestyle - Philadelphia - Brief Article

Men's Fitness, June, 2002

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