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On the hit series House, Lisa Edelstein has always been in the shadow of Hugh Laurie, who plays the medical drama's dominating lead doctor. But now she's getting a chance to put her own character, Dr. Lisa Cuddy, front and center in tonight's all-new episode. But that's not to say that one key question won't remain: Will Cuddy and House ever get beyond the sexual tension and have a relationship? Parade.com's Jeanne Wolf found out that Edelstein is hedging her bets. Finally, turning the spotlight on Cuddy."As an audience member, when you see this episode you can never watch the series again without knowing what her world is like and how House disrupts it. Some viewers have complained that people don't think that Cuddy is very good at her job. I don't really think they've known what her job is. You get a real glimpse into what it means to run a hospital. Now, maybe they'll understand." How well do you know House? Take the quiz!What is was like."I'm in every scene and I've never had that opportunity. I think
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Harvey Roth of Berlin, Maryland, writes: Marilyn: In a WordTeaser, you referred to "fungo" as a batting-practice term. (December 6, 2009) This is incorrect. Fungo is used to describe balls hit to players to help them practice their fielding skills. Marilyn responds: Thank you, Harvey.Related Content from Parade.comFungo: Fielding Skills Practice
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Basic Moves for a Better Body By Emily Listfield, PARADEYou don't have to train like an Olympian to get a world-class workout. "The fundamentals of fitness have been around forever," says Lacey Stone, a trainer with Equinox gym in New York. "Why? Because they work!" Get back to basics with these three easy moves. Jumping Jacks This high school gym-class staple is one of the best ways to get your heart rate up and burn calories. It also strengthens bones to help prevent osteoporosis. Alternate 15 to 30 seconds of jumping jacks with 30 seconds of walking in place. Push-ups The gold standard of upper-body exercises, push-ups tone your biceps, triceps, and chest muscles. You can do them on your knees, but form is important: Place your hands shoulder-width apart and keep your back straight as you lower your chest to the ground. Don't get discouraged if you can do only a few. Aim to add one more each time, and you will quickly gain strength. Standing on One Leg Improving your
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