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These dogs are the pick of the litter. Fitness knows no boundaries when it comes to breed.

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Check out our 2016 picks for Interactive, Film and Music. With a roster of big names like Ronda Rousey and O’Dell Beckham, Jr., we’re looking forward to attending the SXsports events and panels.

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Chilled Shrimp Salad / 18

A refreshing and tasty take on a typical salad to enjoy outdoors in Austin’s spring weather.

Spring Cleaning / 20

Apply “spring cleaning” to your pantry and discover a three-day reboot for your body’s seasonal transition.

Homemade Dog Treats / 24

These easy-to-make, simpleingredient treats will have your dog begging for more.

Culture

Special Olympics Superstardom / 27

A local exemplary athlete continues to overcome challenges presented to him at the Special Olympics.

New to Austin / 32

Studios and stores for fitnessminded folks.

Full-Time Professional, FullTime Athlete / 34

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Functional and fashionable dog accessories are sure to be a headturner at the dog park.

Wellness

Healthy Helpings / 64 Medical FAQ / 66

We are careful about what we put into our bodies, but what should our pets be eating?

Fitness

Weight Loss Woes / 69 Anatomy of a Sprint / 70

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Triathlon Imposter / 73

It’s okay to “fake it ‘til you make it” if it gets you across the finish line.

Getting a Leg Up / 76

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Events / 78 Rides + Races / 80 Discover! / 82

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n our annual “Fittest Dogs” issue, we show off not only how much Austinites love their dogs, but also how well they can keep up with the people of this active city. With over 60 submissions this year, we were splitting hairs to narrow it down to the best picks. We were diligent in choosing 10 of the most outstanding dogs and I have no doubt that readers will enjoy their stories.

As an ode to St. Patrick’s Day, I also wanted to share my own story of how pure luck united me with my dog, Shiner.

On Dec, 31, 2011, I made the permanent move to Austin. That night, I had my heart broken by a longtime beau , and rang in the 2012 year with flowing tears instead of champagne. (Hey, at least it made for a memorable New Year’s Eve story). When I was able to pull myself together long enough to make a trip to the grocery store, I began to dwell on what I wanted this new chapter of my life to look like. I thought, “I don’t need a boyfriend. I need a true companion—a dog.” As I pulled into the Hancock Center off of 41st street, I noticed Petco was hosting an adoption event for the Lockhart Animal Shelter. It was a sign! I walked up to see a selection of puppies and dogs, all adorable and in need of forever homes. I took an interest in a pen holding two puppies and the staff informed me they were sisters, despite looking nothing alike. One had a brindle coat and the other was black and white with lots of spots. As I was trying to decide between them, an older woman walked up to me. “I’ve had a lot of dogs in my life, but the best ones have always been black and white,” she said.

Before I could turn to respond, she was gone. I interpreted it as another sign. I walked up to the staff and informed them I’d be adopting the black and white puppy. They told me the adoption fee, but said they only accepted cash. I opened my wallet, and lo and behold, I had the exact amount of cash needed. Four years later, I’m still thanking fate for bringing us together.

After interviewing the dog owners for this issue, I discovered that these divine experiences are quite common when picking a pet. Finding the right dog is much like finding “The One”: You just know.

Here’s to a happily ever after for all the people and pups in Austin. May good luck pursue you all!

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We spent one hour at the Zoom Room and learned so much about dog training.

Office dogs Cooper and Teddy also took a turn at their agility course, which was highly entertaining.

On Valentine’s Day, I had the privilege of following the 25th Austin Marathon from the press truck. I’m still in awe. First place finisher Hayato Sonoda made 26.2 windy miles look like a breeze. It was also beloved race director John Conley's last event after 20 years at the post.

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Thank you to AFM’s contributors who make this magazine a worthy source of health and fitness information in Austin.

Kevin Garner

Kevin Garner is the founder and owner of Kevin Garner Photography. Originally born and raised in South Carolina, he now works as a freelance artist here in Austin. Since receiving his bachelor’s degree in fashion photography, Garner has worked in the field of dance choreography, as a stylist for Neiman Marcus, and has held a position on Aveda's artistic team.

Danielle Sobel

Danielle Sobel is a certified health coach through The Institute of Integrative Nutrition and founder of Juice Society, a cold-pressed organic and sustainable juice company based in Austin, Texas. Two years ago Danielle overcame a long battle with chronic migraines and skin conditions through the power of wholesome, organic food and juices. Danielle is a firm believer that what we put in our body plays an integral role in how we live our lives. Her approach to wellness is a seamless fusion of mind, body and spirit and she hope to inspire others to find their most vibrant health and happiest self.

Victoria Espinoza

Victoria Espinoza is a senior at the University of Texas at Austin where she is studying journalism and apparel design. Victoria is also trained in beauty basic essentials for hair and skin care. Her work has been published on The Daily Texan’s website. She’s also been featured as a co-writer on a number of fashion blogs in New York City and Austin. When she isn’t writing or designing and crafting her senior collection, she keeps up with her personal Instagram account and finds new places to run in Austin.

Kelsey Brown

Kelsey Brown started teaching group fitness at 18 years old as a way to share the joy and selfconfidence she found through exercise. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and is currently pursuing a Masters in Health Behavior and Health Education at the University of Texas. Kelsey has trained at multiple gyms, from California to Texas, teaching cycling, Pilates, boot camp and strength training classes.

She currently teaches at Kor180 and the Fitness Institute of Texas. Her passion for fitness lies in its ability to transform not just one’s physical health, but their mental and emotional wellness and quality of life.

Jessica Frey

Jessica is an awardwinning commercial and international wedding photographer based in Austin, Texas. She is a native Austinite and a proud 2004 graduate from Texas A&M. Whoop! After spending the past 10 years living in California, she's happy to be settled back home in Austin.

Jessica's passion for photography has taken her all over the world photographing weddings and couples in Costa Rica, Europe, Thailand, Hawaii and New Zealand. She and her husband recently took 4 months off after his time in the Marine Corps to backpack around the world.

When she is not traveling or working you can find her walking around Lady Bird Lake.

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Chilled Shrimp Salad

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10 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 lime, juiced 1/2 tsp Sambal Oelek or Sriracha 1 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce 1/2 tsp sesame oil 1/2 tsp agave nectar 1/2 cucumber, seeded and diced 1/2 avocado, diced 1 ea Roma tomato, seeded and diced 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

1. Thoroughly cook shrimp in the lime juice on medium heat.

Set aside and cool.

2. Mix the sambal, soy sauce, sesame oil and agave together for the sauce. Toss with shrimp.

3. Fold the vegetables in with the shrimp, then spoon onto a plate and enjoy.

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Day 1

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Southwest Quinoa Burger Spiced Banana Nut Smoothie

Hemp & Herb Salad

This recipe is one of my all-time favorites. The base here is Juice Society’s Spiced Cashew but if you don’t have one of these delicious bottles on hand, feel free to use almond or any other nut milk. This smoothie is filling with long lasting energy from the fat in the nuts and coconut oil.

Ingredients 1/2 bunch flat leaf italian parsley 1-2 cups of cherry tomatoes 1 cucumber 1/4 cup hemp seeds 1/4 cup sunflower seeds Extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredients 8 oz Spiced Cashew (or other nut milk) 1 frozen banana 1-2 dates 1 small handful almonds 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp coconut oil Optional additions: 1 tsp cacao, ½ tsp maca powder, splash of cold-brew Blend and enjoy!

Method 1. Chop parsley, dill, cucumbers and tomatoes.

2. Add in hemp & sunflower seeds.

3. Add olive oil (we use about 1/4 cup but feel free to use a little less or more) and salt and pepper.

4. Additions: Add avocado for a healthy dose of fats and/or two soft boiled free-range eggs for an extra protein boost.

Spring Cleaning

By Danielle Sobel As the cooler temperatures leave us and we start to head off into warmer months, a three-day reboot can help our bodies reset and recalibrate for the season ahead. Every year I do a seasonal cleanse–sometimes a juice cleanse, sometimes its food based–but either way I leave feeling re-energized and reconnected. With a focus on plant-based, wholesome ingredients, three days free from processed foods, sugars, dairy and wheat can put a little pep back into your step. This regimen can also serve as a way to ease into a juice cleanse because your body will already be adjusting to a diet of whole foods.

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A perfect addition to any BBQ (or just because) is this southwest veggie quinoa burger that shines in the midst of meaty hamburgers and hotdogs. Filled with a healthy serving of vegetables, spices and protein-filled, gluten-free grain, this “burger” pairs well with a creamy lime and chili powder guacamole on a bed of arugula.

Ingredients 1 cup cooked quinoa 1 small red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 jalapenos, chopped 1 cup black beans 1 egg (optional) 1 lime 2 avocados 1 tbsp cumin 1 tsp cayenne 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp salt & pepper Method 1. Cook quinoa according to instructions.

Fluff when finished and set aside.

2. Saute onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a pan for 3 to 4 minutes.

3. In another bowl, mash the black beans into a thick paste.

4. Add black beans, sautéed vegetables, jalapenos, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder and cayenne to the quinoa. If you’d like to use an egg, this is where you’d add it.

5. Mix all ingredients together and begin molding small patties 6. Add a touch of olive oil to a pan and place patties on the pan. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and firm.

7. For the guacamole, mash 2 avocados, add chili powder, dash of salt and the juice of 1 lime.

8. Serve patties over a bed of arugula, top with guacamole and a squeeze of our favorite YellowBird Habanero Hot Sauce for some heat!

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Breakfast

Lunch

Superfood Chia Pudding Filled with anti-inflammatory omega-3s, vitamin C and fiber, it is a perfect way to get in essential nutrients with barely any kitchen cleanup.

Whip this breakfast up the night before for a no-hassle morning. As an avid chia seed fan, I’ve put a little superfood twist on our favorite pudding. With added maca, baobab, lucuma and goji berries, this meal is filled with long lasting energy. Try it for yourself, the proof is in the pudding.

Ingredients 1 cup almond milk 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tsp baobab powder 1/2 tsp maca powder 1 tsp lucuma powder 1-2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp raw honey 1 tsp cinnamon Method 1. Whisk almond milk and chia seeds in a bowl for one minute until chia seeds are evenly submerged throughout the mixture. This is important because chia seeds have a tendency to clump together, making for a not-so-smooth pudding in the morning.

2. Add in maca, lucuma, baobab, cinnamon, vanilla and honey. Whisk again for another 30 seconds to one minute.

3. Refrigerate for at least one hour or preferably, overnight. You will know it is ready once the pudding “sways” if you gently tip the bowl to the side.

4. To finish it off, almost any fruit makes a great pudding topper. This time, I used banana, goji berries, coconut flakes and blueberries.

Cabbage and Hemp Salad I’ll admit, I really love hemp, but can you blame me? It’s an incredible source of protein and you can put it on just about anything. With added healthy fats such as avocado and olive oil, this salad is my go-to for a quick lunch.

Bonus tip: Add a nutrient-dense green juice like The General (pictured) for an even more powerful nutrient punch.

Ingredients 1 small head of purple cabbage handful of cilantro, coarsely chopped 1 large red or yellow bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cucumber, diced 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil or hemp oil 1 avocado sliced 1/3 cup hemp seeds 1 lime Method 1. Cut and prepare all vegetables.

2. In a side bowl, whisk olive oil with a little bit of salt and pepper.

3. Mix all vegetables, olive oil, hemp seeds.

4. Squeeze lime over salad and refrigerate for one hour.

5. Add avocado on top before serving.

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Day 2 Dinner

Day 3 Breakfast

Lunch

Zoodles with Creamy Avocado Pesto Ingredients 2 large zucchinis 2 cups arugula handful of cherry tomatoes 1/3 cup hemp seeds For the pesto 2 large, ripe avocados 1/4 cup of olive oil 4 garlic cloves 1/4 cup basil 2 oz lemon juice or one lemon squeezed salt and pepper to taste Method 1. Create “zoodles” with the zucchini using a spiralizer. (If you don’t have one a julienne slicer works great as well).

2. Place zoodles on top of your arugula.

3. Slice tomatoes in half, add to bowl.

4. Add avocado, EVOO, garlic, basil, lemon + salt/pepper to a blender. Blend together until thick and smooth. Add on top of zoodles. Top with hemp seeds.

Turmeric Smoothie Turmeric, one of my favorite spices and a close relative to ginger, is the beautifying star in this antioxidant, vitamin-packed smoothie. Turmeric is filled with curcumin which is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. With the ability to improve skin elasticity, boost your immune system and help the body adapt to stressors, turmeric is a go-to in my beauty pantry (otherwise known as my refrigerator).

Ingredients 1 cup coconut or almond milk 1 tbsp cold-pressed turmeric juice or 2-3 pieces of turmeric 1 tsp ginger juice or 1 small nub of ginger 1 frozen banana 1/4 cup frozen mango 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp lucuma powder 1 tsp maca powder 1 tbsp cinnamon Optional: top with chia seeds

Sprouted Spinach Salad Quick, easy and nutrient dense is the name of the game. Aim to keep it light, plant-based and packed full of essential nutrients in order to keep us focused, energized and powering through our busy days. If you’re looking for added protein, try adding 4 ounces of wild caught salmon.

Method Put all in your blender and blend to desired consistency. Add ice if you don’t have a frozen banana.

Ingredients 2 cups baby spinach 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1 small cucumber, chopped 1 cup sprouts (sunflower or alfalfa sprouts – or both!)

1 ripe avocado 4 tbsp hemp oil 1 lemon, squeezed Salt and pepper to taste Method 1. Mix all chopped ingredients together.

2. Top with hemp oil, lemon juice, salt & pepper.

3. Refrigerate. Add avocado before serving.

Dinner Ingredients 1 8 oz pack of organic buckwheat soba noodles (make sure these are wheat/gluten free because some have added wheat) 1 head of baby bok choy 1 head of broccolini (stems chopped off) 3-4 carrots, chopped 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1/4 white onion, chopped 1 tbsp black sesame seeds 2 thick slices of firm, organic tofu (optional) 1 tbsp coconut oil

Buckwheat Soba Noodle Buckwheat soba noodles are a wonderful gluten-free noodle option without sacrificing flavor or nutrients. High in fiber and protein, we paired the soba noodles with a variety of nutrient dense vegetables and two tofu “steaks.” If you don’t care for tofu, you can swap for extra vegetables or some sautéed wild caught shrimp.

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For the Dressing 1/3 cup tamari 1 tbsp sriracha 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 tbsp rice vinegar Method 1. Prepare soba noodles according to package.

2. While soba noodles are cooking, chop

all vegetables and add to stir fry with one tablespoon of coconut oil.

3. Stir fry on high for a few minutes until tender but not too soft (it’s better with some crunch!)

4. Set aside stir fry and create the dressing. Whisk ingredients together until smooth. Optional—add chili flakes for extra heat.

5. Once soba noodles are done, remove from stove and drain. Add to stir fry and continue to cook for one minute with dressing. Transfer to plate and top with sesame seeds.

6. Drain tofu and press firmly to release any extra moisture. Place two thick slices in dressing. Use half for tofu (or shrimp), and half for noodles. Let marinade for 15 minutes. Heat a nonstick pan to high with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and place tofu (or shrimp) in pan. Let cook for two minutes each side. Place on top of soba noodles.

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1 cup brown rice flour ½ cup apple, finely diced ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt ½ tsp fresh ginger (finely minced) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. We found it was best to mix with our hands.

3. Turn mixture out onto a floured, flat surface and roll out with a rolling pin to approximately a quarter inch thickness.

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L to R, Front Row: Athlete Rachel Vaden, Athlete Tyler Myers, Athlete Alex Miller L to R, Middle Row: Coach Richard Alderete, Unified Partner Andrea Vaden, Athlete GeMon Jones, Athlete Austin Schmitt, Unified Partner Amber Soberon, Head Coach Gerry Beauchesne L to R, Rear Row: Coach Zach Phillips, Unified Athlete Steven Schmitt, Coach Sean Sullivan

By Lauryn Lax

photography by Jessica Frey

M

ost athletes typically have a niche.

Some are born to dunk basketballs.

Some run in touchdowns.

Some cross the finish lines in marathons or in 5Ks. And some set world records in swimming.

Special Olympics athlete Alex Miller, 26, has several niches.

Over the past 20 years, he’s competed in everything through the Special Olympics, from bowling, to aquatics, soccer, basketball, figure skating, golf, tennis, and most recently, powerlifting.

In fact, this past January Miller set a new personal record in his deadlift with 175 pounds, and prior to that, he competed at the 2013 Special Olympics World Games in South Korea in level 2 men’s figure skating—defying all odds that he, a “kid born with special needs,” would go on to become an athlete.

“Alex has a dual diagnosis of autism/ Down syndrome,” his mother, Marcia Miller, said. “He grew up receiving special services in school from kindergarten through

12th grade, but that’s never really stopped him from participating in anything.”

Miller may be pre-emptively classified as “challenged” by some standard of medical jargon, but his successes and victories in his athletic career prove he is anything but that.

“The Special Olympics present opportunities for Alex to improve himself.

When Alex successfully meets a physical, mental or social challenge, I observe positive attitudes in his demeanor,” said his mother.

This was most evident at the recent Winter Special Olympics.

“Alex was all smiles after his deadlift,” Marcia Miller said. “I saw him from the stands at Round Rock High School where the 2016 Winter Games for powerlifting were held. After completing his three rotations and lifts successfully and achieving a personal best in the final lift, his hands went up high in celebration. He 'woohoo-ed', looked for affirmation from his spotter and then found his coach, Gerry Beauchesne,” she said.

In addition to physical accomplishments, Marcia Miller said the Special Olympics

has also impacted her son’s social life, as well as his personal development.

“Socially, I have watched Alex grow too,” she said. “He is able to appreciate and notice people around him more now. That happens because Alex has become more comfortable with who he is and what his abilities can be from successful participation in sports. Competitions have also given Alex travel skills. He is comfortable flying, driving or taking a bus to a competition. He has an eclectic food palate and is not averse to trying a new or culturally different food. His experience in South Korea had him eating soup for breakfast and bites of kimchi for lunch,” Miller said.

So what does a typical day in the life of a Special Olympics athlete look like?

Busy.

Miller is up by 7:30 a.m. most mornings to shower, eat breakfast, and get his day started. He works at Lifetime Fitness two days per week—helping oversee the weight room floor and assist members with training and facility questions.

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Down time follows suit—accompanied by plenty of music, reading and of course, rest.

On Saturdays, Miller trains with his power lifting team under the direction of Coach Beauchesne.

Saturday practices last about an hour to an hour and a half and consist of the team warm up, followed by stretching exercises.

The team then goes through bench press rotations, free weights with dumb bell exercises, and deadlifting.

They wrap up with a cool down session that includes stretching and finally, the team cheer.

Miller hopes to keep healthy and continue to train and compete in multiple Special Olympics sports. He plans to golf, play tennis, ice skate and powerlift for many years into the future.

“Sports participation for Alex means exercising for lifelong wellness and cheering his fellow Special Olympic athletes. Special Olympic athletes want to win but their Athlete Oath says it best: Let me win. But if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt,” Miller said.

And, above all, “Competition has taught him that a huge smile is understood in any language,” she said. afm 03.16 / austinfItmagazine.com

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SXSW 2016 A local’s two cents

By David Leffler

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s a native Austinite, I’ve long bragged about my access to this city’s gold mine of live music, cold beer, and endless entertainment options. However, there comes a time in every person’s life when he has to lay down his sword and admit he’s been bested. South by Southwest, I’m no match for you alone. That’s why it’s important to band together and come up with a plan of action that’ll give everyone the best chance to hit this entertainment marathon head-on.

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During the past several decades, the 10-day music, film and innovation festival has swelled to epic proportions, drawing thousands of people from every corner of the globe. Once again, it’ll act as the industry Mecca for bands, performers, directors, athletes, celebrities, scholars, and experts chasing opportunity.

In the spirit of keeping Austin you-know-what and staying true to our roots of southern hospitality, here’s my best crack at setting the table for a SXSW experience that’s as engaging as it is diverse.

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Interactive (March 11-15)

-NBA Commissioner Adam Silver -UFC Fighter Ronda Rousey -New York Giants Wide Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. -The world premiere of Everybody Wants Some (mentioned above)

SXSW Interactive is all about getting up to speed on the cutting edge in technology, sociology, politics, culture, health, fitness and much more. Past speakers have included rappers (50 Cent, Ice Cube, P. Diddy), economists (Paul Krugman), and enemies of the state (Edward Snowden). This year’s panel discussions include:

Old Sports, New Life: Outdoor Culture in Cities Friday, March 11 / 2:00PM-3:00PM / Four Seasons Want to finally put all those flannels to use? Look no further. Old Sports takes a look at mainstream America’s renewed romance with Mother Nature and why outdoor activity is flourishing more than ever in cityscapes. Featuring speakers from a variety of new media outlets and wilderness retailers, this will be sure to challenge your traditional view of sports culture and give you a leg up on escaping the concrete jungle.

Do Great Athletes Have To Be Good People?

Saturday, March 12 / 3:30PM-4:30PM / Four Seasons Ballroom AB Katie Nolan (Select Sports Group), Kevin Demoff (COO of the newly anointed Los Angeles Rams), and Erik Burkhardt (NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel’s agent) sit down and discuss how the new age of media and coverage of athletes’ off-the-fieldactions has altered our expectations of our biggest sports stars. Or has it? This session should be especially juicy given recent news that Manziel—better known by the moniker ‘Johnny Football’ and for his wild partying—has become the latest NFL player involved in a domestic abuse incident.

SXgood Stories: Cities + Health Tuesday, March 15 / 12:00PM-1:00PM / Palm Door on Sixth Finally! An excuse to be on Sixth Street on a Tuesday. Listen in as academics and executive directors of several renowned philanthropic organizations explore the connection between public health and urban planning—a relevant issue given Austin is one of America’s fastest-growing cities. The main discussion topic will address how a city’s urban design affects the likelihood of obesity, addiction and other related conditions among its residents.

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Film (March 11-20)

Less talking, more watching. Although Interactive’s speaker series and Music’s secret shows typically steal the spotlight during conversations among eager festival goers, SXSW’s film segment is actually its longest spanning—and for good reason. We know that Richard Linklater’s Everybody Wants Some is premiering at the festival, so I’ll save you some time and introduce a few lesser-known flicks that may pique your interest:

Music (March 15—20) A Stray (Narrative Feature) Directed by Musa Syeed Though national newscasts often mention Minneapolis’ large Somali refugee community, little has been done artistically to document it. A Stray opens up this world to mainstream audiences like never before during its journey with Adan, a young Somali man who is faced with the daily challenges of refugee life in the U.S. With familial, social, and religious issues swirling around him, Adan takes refuge in his newfound kinship with a stray dog as he tries to piece it all together.

Don’t Think Twice (Dramatic Comedy) Directed by Mike Birbiglia Ever had that moment when you realize your friend’s just a little bit better than you at something? Now imagine if that something was your dream job.

Follow along as Keegan-Michael Key (of Comedy Central’s Key and Peele) stars in this film about a floundering improv group that’s dealt a deathblow when it simultaneously loses its home theater and best troupe member.

Transpecos (Narrative Feature) Directed by Greg Kwedar Though we often forget it, Austin is only 225 miles from the Mexican border. See if you can keep up as Flores, Davis, and Hobbs—three Border Patrol agents manning a makeshift checkpoint in the middle of nowhere—embark on a journey into the darkest pits of the ongoing U.S.Mexico border conflicts.

SXsports: Where Film and Interactive Meet in the Middle (March 11—13) Interested in film AND interactive features? Say no more. This threeday, sport-centered segment features speaker series and film screenings from the likes of:

No offense to the Interactive and Film segments of the festival, but when you think of SXSW, you think of music.

Seemingly every bar, restaurant and house in the downtown area is fair game for a concert—many of which aren’t announced until the days leading up to the festival, if not the day of.

With free shows and secret headliners abounding, the biggest challenge here is deciding which concerts to go to. Here are a few up-and-comers you should keep an eye out for:

Loyle Carner (South London)— Performance TBA With a smooth, low-key delivery and a simple production style, Carner’s mellow approach to hip-hop allows him to seamlessly explore substantive topics similar to a young J. Cole.

Caveman (New York, NY)—Wednesday 3/16 @ The Sidewinder Outsider Caveman is riding high after compiling Otero War, their most complex album since forming back in 2010. With a newfound blend of smooth indie pop and a more daring sound, they’ve far surpassed their previous flashy dance tunes and now boast legitimate staying power in the pop music scene.

The Wet Secrets (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)—Saturday 3/19 @ Swan Dive Horn section? Check. Conga drums?

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Tucked away in a cozy corner off of South Congress Avenue is a fresh getaway from the city scene. In this spot, Austin’s oldest live oak tree stands tall among its industrial surroundings. The historic tree is getting a new lease on life and the local attention it deserves, as will soon the restaurant responsible for its revitalization. Vinaigrette, a sustainable farm-to-table wellness concept starring gourmet entrÊe salads by chef and farmer Erin Wade, is now open to the public. The restaurant has a rustic take on mid-century modern design, but bright colors, organic finishes and floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto an expansive, lush outdoor garden patio around the big oak tree welcome you in and create a special dining experience. The salads are hearty, leaving you guiltlessly satisfied. The menu also offers sandwiches, decadent appetizers and side dishes, as well as creative green juice cocktails.

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felt the finish line approach me, as if it were sprinting toward me instead of me toward it. This was it, a goal I had been striving to for years, a sub-90-minute half marathon.

I never imagined myself as an athlete.

I am predominantly uncoordinated and never played serious sports, but I started running in 2010 with the hopes of finishing the Austin Marathon. My legs dragged to that 2011 finish line with a time just short of 5 hours. This past January, my right foot hit the timing mat to record a 1:26:12 at the 3M Half Marathon. I couldn’t help but grin at the accomplishment. It was my reward for hours of training and dedication.

I believe anything you go for with passion, persistence and purpose you will reach in your life. I turned those same qualities that gave me success on asphalt to my career in marketing. Out of college, I landed a dream job in digital marketing.

Two years later, I have moved through two promotions, taking on new roles as a manager, mentor and leader.

My professional endeavors and athletic adventures are intertwined. As often as I use a tempo run to de-stress, I listen to business audiobooks on my bike rides. I am often asked how I find the time and maintain balance. I am no physicist, but I know time is relative; it is relative to what matters in your life. I have discovered in my quarter century of existence that balance has nothing to do with equilibrium but rather a state of being. That state of being is a mindset that has pushed me from what to do to how it can be done.

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Time is of the Essence Everyone has the same amount of time: 24 hours. There is plenty of time, but the question is what will you do with that time?

In order to propel your career forward while training as an athlete, you have to prioritize your day and your workouts. There are 168 hours a week. After sleeping, eating and a 40-hour work week, you have about 60 hours left. What you do with those hours is crucial. You could watch all five seasons of Breaking Bad or you could go on a threehour training ride, 10-mile run and take an online class. Your Action Item: You make time for the things that are important. Break your week down into hours and allocate those hours to the things you want to accomplish in training and your career.

Quality Over Quantity The Pareto principle, better known as the 80-20 rule, states 80 percent of the effects come from 20 percent of the causes. Interval training and hill sprints make you a stronger, faster athlete in less time. Training 20 hours per week can drain your life force and has diminishing returns that negatively impact your progress. Similarly, career growth comes from focusing your effort on the best return over time and money. Your Action Item: Cut the fat, focus your goals on what will have the highest, fastest impact on your training and career. Ask yourself if

what you are doing is moving you closer to your goal or further away.

Cross-Functional Fitness Your body was made to move, and not just before and after your 9-to-5 job. Finding a way to live in movement outside of your training schedule will build the alwayson athlete inside of you. At the same time, long rides and complex workouts can take hours. Combine socializing with training. Your 15-mile runs fly by when you have a team to push your pace and keep you company. Your Action Item: Live in movement. For example, take walking meetings, stretch out your legs on breaks, and always take the stairs. Invite your athletically inclined co-workers to training sessions. Knowing more about your coworkers and what they do will naturally create stronger relationships at the office.

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Pawsitive Reinforcement

We took a trip to Austin’s Zoom Room facility, where we met with manager and expert dog trainer, Laurel Carvell, to learn a few basic obedience tips. Dog training can be easy if you understand how to best communicate with your pooch.

Find something to reward your dog with.

Carvell suggests focusing on positive reinforcement—there are studies that show it’s better for dogs. You can give them physical love, but we give them physical love for free all the time. The treats are more valuable and it communicates instantly that what they did was good.

When it’s a behavior we don’t want them to continue, it’s better to ignore them rather than give negative attention (like scolding or yelling).

The Scenario

You just rescued a shelter dog who happens to be very timid around people.

The Training

Some rescues can be shy and take some time to get comfortable around people. Dogs are like people in that, two dogs can go through the same traumatic experiences but one may come out far more affected than the other.

Allow dogs to become outgoing on their own, but make sure to give rewards and positive reinforcement as soon as progress is made, even if it seems like it’s a really small step.

The Scenario

Your dog barks every time someone comes to your door.

The Training

Instead of scolding your dog, take a different approach. When you scold your dog for barking at a visitor, his interpretation is that the visitor arriving is what gets him into trouble.

Reward the dog with a treat for paying attention to you as soon as he sits and stops barking.

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It’s time to leave Zilker Park after a fun day of running around with other dogs. You get your leash and keys out, then call your dog to come to you.

Fido refuses to come.

The Training

Your dog has grown to associate the leash with leaving the park. In Fido’s mind, he’s being punished. To remedy this, practice calling your dog back to you while holding the leash and then reward with a treat. Do that about three or four times during your stay so your dog is reconditioned to believe that being called while the leash is in sight always means it’s time to leave.

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Think of it like Driver’s Education. We learn to drive in one kind of car, but then we’re able to apply what we’ve learned to drive pretty much any other car make or model. Dogs are not like this. Ever wonder why your dog is so well-behaved at home, but has complete disregard for your commands everywhere else? You essentially have to retrain your dog when you go to new places. In a high distraction environment, it’s better to pair that with a high value treat (dog food isn’t going to cut it). afm 03.16 / austinfItmagazine.com

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As if the public at large needed another reason to ogle at the beauty of Austin, the world’s best golfers are coming to town. They’ll compete for the Dell Match Play Championship at Austin Country Club.

The exclusive World Golf Championships event finds a fitting home on the historic track that winds along the banks of Lake Austin, hugging up to the Pennybacker Bridge, just west of downtown.

Imagine the camera’s splendor of sweeping images. Glistening springtime water, emerald fairways and greens sparkling under sunset rays only Texas knows.

“The views should be unbelievable,” said Jordan Uppleger, the on-site tournament director for the PGA Tour. “This course and layout provide a very intimate setting for spectators to watch and enjoy these players go head-to-head.”

Play begins on Wednesday, March 23, and concludes Sunday, March 27.

Want tickets? Hit Craigslist. Grounds passes sold out within 30 days. Lists for volunteer are full. Yes, the community of Austin is ready for some golf.

There’s been a flirtation with professional golf for years. The nowdefunct Nike Tour, which graduated top players to full PGA membership, hosted the Austin Open from 1997-98 in Lakeway, and Onion Creek, on the city’s south side, nurtured today’s Champions Tour into existence in the early 1990s.

This month, however, primes the competition to a new level.

Rory McIllroy enters as the defending champion, and world No. 1—Austin’s adopted son—Jordan Spieth returns to the community where he blossomed.

Spieth and the Texas Men’s Golf team

captured the program’s third NCAA team championship in 2012. Spieth, a Dallas native, was a freshman on that team, and turned professional the next year. Spieth captured two major championship victories at The Masters and U.S. Open during his sophomore season as a touring pro.

Spieth and the rest of the field, comprised primarily of players ranked in the Official World Golf Rankings, lead spectators and television audiences through some of golf’s most storied, and yet mostly unseen, grounds. Austin Country Club was founded in 1899 by Lewis Hancock; the club is believed to be the first of its kind organized in Texas, a state that previously had no understanding of or relationship with the ball-and-club sport dreamed up an ocean away, on Scottish soil.

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Don’t Text and Golf Clap Mobile devices are permissible on course all week—in silent mode—and can only be used in designated "safe cell phone usage areas.”

No video permitted at any time. No photographs permitted after Tuesday. Violations will result in confiscation of your mobile device or removal from the grounds.

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Austin Country Club is snuggled away in a quiet, private residential area, and does not feature public parking space.

Ticketed spectators are encouraged to park at the Toney Burger Activity Center and Stadium.

Free shuttles will transport patrons to and from the tournament site throughout the day.

In addition, patrons using ride companies such as Uber or Lyft can take advantage of dropoff and pick-up locations near the course’s pass gates.

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Dell and the World Golf Championships partnered with Austinbased charities Austin Parks Foundation, Boys & Girls Club of the Austin Area, The First Tee of Greater Austin, Helping Hand Home for Children and Keep Austin Beautiful.

The organizations are the beneficiaries from the tournament’s net proceeds, which will be divided evenly among the five charities.

Dell is dedicated to using charitable proceeds from the tournament to encourage health, wellness, resiliency and academic achievement that will have a measurable impact on today’s youths.

location along Lake Austin, served as the instructional home for Harvey Penick, one of the game’s master teachers. Penick mentored local ambassadors Ben Crenshaw and Tom Kite from promising junior stars to national champions at the nearby University of Texas.

Both went on to claim major victories on the PGA Tour, and paved the professional path for fellow Longhorn major winners Mark Brooks, Justin Leonard and now Spieth.

Austin Country Club is the sixth course for the Match Play Championship since the WGC series began in 1999. The tournament has appeared at multiple spots in California and Arizona before traveling to Texas for its home for at least the foreseeable future. Dell, the PGA and Austin Country Club are executing the first in a four-year agreement.

Timing is also an additional element to this year’s event. The Dell Match Play is one week after the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Florida’s Bay Hill, which annually attracts a top field, and two weeks before The Masters, the season’s first major, which opens play on April 7.

Augusta National invites the top 50 in the world a full week before the Masters, setting up the Dell Match Play as the final opportunity to improve or secure their position for a coveted Masters invitation.

“It’s the perfect package,” said Kevin Robbins, a noted golf writer whose Penick biography, The Life and Wisdom of the Man Who Wrote the Book on Golf, debuts in April. “You have all these iconic Austin symbols, and nobody has ever seen this course.

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eauty, brains and athleticism—it may not seem fair, but some dogs really do have it all. Kodiak the Siberian husky is a head-turner everywhere he goes, due to his piercing crystal blue eyes and snow white fur. Eight years ago, Chris Bishop was on a search for a husky that would be able to keep up with his active lifestyle (and look good doing it).

When he checked out a litter of puppies, one in particular stood out to him.

Out of six puppies in the litter, Kodiak was the only husky who was solid white and, although he awkwardly stumbled around at the time, curiously found his way to Bishop. The bond was undeniable and grew even stronger from that moment forward.

Kodiak recently visited the snowy mountains of New Mexico where he embarked on the adventure of his dreams. He was a natural in this environment, but full instincts kicked in when Bishop hooked him up to a sled. One command of “Mush!” and Kodiak was off at full speed. A few runs later and a 350-foot vertical climb up the surrounding mountains, he was in puppy utopia. For leisure, Kodiak competes in local races like the Doggie Du Dash, in which he took second place after completing a 400-meter swim and onemile run. Like many hard-core athletes, he responds well to structure and discipline, but will occasionally let loose with Bishop by engaging in a howling duet of James Taylor’s “You’ve Got a Friend.”

Powers: Master of escape. Everytime Bishop leaves town, Kodiak sets out to “rescue” him. He has been known to open gates, chew through the weakest fence slat or wedge his entire body through a tiny hole.

Weaknesses: Cheese. He will completely crumble and lose all bearing for a piece of delicious cheese.

Arch Enemies: Sewer ditches, opossums, air conditioners.

Sidekicks: Kodiak has three sidekicks that make for an interesting alliance. Luci (short for Lucifer), a mini schnauzer that was adopted when she was a pup; she loves to be completely filthy and will rip your face off if you are walking down the street when she is on a leash.

Bentley, a cockapoo, sings harmony and back-up vocals and is a master fetcher of the tennis ball. Bentley is the carefree one of the group. Give him his tennis ball and some good cuddle time and he is set. Last, but not least, Lola, is believed to be a long-legged Chihuahua, and the fastest scout ninja of the group. She was adopted from the streets and looks just like a meerkat. If you plan to give her a treat, expect to lose a finger or two.

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Poodle

GOB

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uring your first encounter with GOB, two things are instantly apparent. First, the GoPro strapped to his back suggests that he is always ready for adventure. Second, he is incredibly friendly. Even underneath his shaggy fur, you can tell he’s almost always smiling. His up-for-anything, positive attitude makes him approachable, and admirers can hardly resist petting him. Although he closely resembles the popular contemporary goldendoodle breed, GOB is a standard poodle. Jennifer and Dennis Cao loved dogs, but Jennifer was cursed with an extreme allergy, narrowing the couple’s search to exclusively hypoallergenic breeds . They met their match in Houston, where GOB and his brother Mikey (both named after the Bluth brothers from the television show Arrested Development) were sheltered with a local rescue group.

Shortly after his adoption, GOB was introduced to another new love: a soccer ball. A tennis ball is a close second—sometimes even tied. The Caos are avid soccer and tennis players, and it wasn’t long before GOB caught on as well. In fact, he is such a sports fan that his head visibly moves back and forth while watching a match on TV with his owners. The mark of GOB’s fitness level is evident by his discipline, focus and competitive nature. If you ever find yourself attending a dog-friendly 5K, he’ll be the manic ball of fur sprinting nonstop to the finish line. There’s no way he’s letting anyone pass him, and he’ll make sure to bring a prize home at the end of the day!

Powers: Invisibility. That is, he is able to make everything and everyone else invisible to him when it’s time to play. GOB’s got no time for other dogs sniffing his butt, humans wanting to pet and take pictures of him, or even food to weigh him down when he’s on a mission.

Nothing is more important than that ball or that race at that moment.

Weaknesses: Heat. Although he loves to play outdoors, his fur is susceptible to the brutal Texas heat. So much so that he has the keen skill to always find shade whenever possible. While other dogs love to sunbathe, GOB likes to keep his tan to a minimum.

Arch Enemies: Hair brush. He’s fought countless battles against Hair Brush with his tangled, golden hair.

Sidekicks: Ball. Whenever they’re together, there is nothing else in the world that can stop him!

Also, GoPro—it’s an extra set of eyes for GOB and documents his adventures out on the trails and parks in Austin!

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Pug

Monkey

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ou’d think the name “Monkey” was a reference to the dog’s curled tail, but it’s much more sentimental than that. “Monkey” was a family nickname that Sabrina Must’s late grandfather passed to his daughter (her mother). Must’s late sister also used to call herself “Monkey.” So, as a tribute to her grandpa and sister, and after meeting Monkey and seeing her jump on everyone and everything, the name just made sense. The characteristic snorting of the Pug breed has yet to be a hindrance for Monkey. She is a little bit smaller than the average Pug and has a lean, athletic stature. This is likely the result of her time spent running alongside Must’s bike for miles around town. Monkey also fetches, swims and runs around Zilker Park like a total maniac. She will sit and pout until Must takes her for a run, and then an hour after returning from hours out and about, she’s raring to go again. With an owner who works as a personal trainer, Monkey recognized early on that it was crucial to keep up with a fitness-filled lifestyle. She hasn’t fallen behind once, proving that some Pugs can pack a punch.

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Powers: Quickness. Mind control – she has the ability to persuade Must to take her everywhere with a bat of her eyes.

Weaknesses: Food, because it’s her biggest distraction.

Arch Enemies: Mean dogs Sidekicks: Her brother, Koh, a cat.

Husky

Rufio

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et’s be real. There’s no such thing as an ugly husky. There’s a standard look set by the American Kennel Club, but no matter how far off the breed is from that ideal, one thing is for sure: The husky always has a “beauty pageant” element about him or her. Samantha Collingsworth wasn’t looking for a dog when she was finishing grad school. She actually didn’t even want a dog at the time. But one day, a painfully shy, skinny, overly cautious stray made his way into her yard. Huskies are notoriously curious, and this one was interested in a companionship with Collingsworth. Still, she took the dog to The Humane Society, which handed him off to the pound due to capacity issues. After a week’s time, if he was still not claimed or adopted he would have to be put down. Although there were several people interested in him right away due to his dashing looks, they eventually decided against adopting him because he was “too shy.” Collingsworth paid him a visit a few days after dropping him off, and upon entering his kennel, this previously timid dog gave a howl of joy, leapt up, and grabbed onto her with his front paws as if hugging for dear life. There was no way Collingsworth could let go, so she adopted him back. The name “Rufio” was inspired by the puckish leader of the Lost Boys in the movie Hook, which was an appropriate reference to this dog’s roots as a stray while also alluding to his mischievous nature. Rufio has accompanied Collingsworth on trips through a number of redwood forests, a side-by-side horseback journey through Monument Valley (which lies within the range of the Navajo Nation Reservation), Death Valley, White Sands National Monument, the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Park. The most notable, though, was their nine-mile trek to the Ice Lake summit in Silverton, Colorado.

Powers: His ability to produce and shed hair is the best in all the land. In addition, he can and does walk/run off leash as much as possible. He even knows to stop at intersections and use the sidewalks!

Weaknesses: Sharing food. He is not a voracious eater by any means; he is actually quite picky. However, when other dogs are present, Rufio has been known to grab a food bowl (even if it’s not his food bowl) and wander off with it, often leaving a small trail of kibbles.

Arch Enemies: Inanimate objects including but not limited to: the trash can, cardboard boxes, aluminum foil and paper bags. He has learned that plastic bags might be a receptacle for treats, so he has since made peace with them.

Sidekicks: In his eyes, when we’re out and about together, every human encountered is a potential sidekick. He’s learned that people give attention, which is a far cry from his early days.

According to Native American myth, dogs with two differently colored eyes can see both heaven and earth.

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German ShepHerd

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ke the German shepherd is rugged. He’s intense.

He’s a powerhouse. Watching Ike move ignites a contrasting sense of terror and security. This dichotomy makes sense though – many militarytrained dogs present that kind of energy. Ike is trained in obedience and protection, but also competes in agility and endurance tests. His impressive repertoire of commands include tracking people and objects (up to one mile radius), leaping over 6-foot walls while holding a dumbbell in his mouth, leg weaving, knowing who and when to attack and when to be docile, and more. Did we also mention he’s bilingual in English and German?

German shepherd dogs (GSD) are bred differently based on the purpose they are meant to serve.

Although there are a wide variety of types, the two distinct camps are “show” and “working.” The show dogs typically have a lean, svelte build, while working dogs are bulkier and more robust. Barbie Piccinni owns five other German shepherds, but recalls Ike being a standout dog even when he was a puppy. He was always a crowd favorite at competitions, and she thought he would be a fun dog to own someday.

Although Ike’s size makes him intimidating, at his core, he’s a sweetheart. He is friendly with other dogs and people when they approach him, but shows little interest in anything that isn’t a ball. Ike resides on Piccinni’s horse farm, where he lives in a dog’s paradise of open fields and enjoys a high-quality diet consisting of pressurecooked turkey. He is unwaveringly loyal, carries a clear zest for life and puts every ounce of effort into everything he does.

Powers: Invulnerability, agility, reflexes, and radar vision for tracking.

Weaknesses: Little dogs, especially corgis.

Arch Enemies: Vinny (the Alpha male GSD he lives with).

Sidekicks: Ike stands alone!

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Pit bull

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uby was taken in by local rescue group, Don’t Bully Me Rescue, in their belief that she could not only be saved, but adopted into a forever home where she would be loved. She was taken to Cedar Park where she was kept at a local boarding facility waiting for her chance.

In April 2015 a man who had recently moved to the area started coming by and volunteering to walk the DBMR dogs, and that experience changed both of their lives. Each day after work, the man came by and took Ruby outside for a walk, and even quickly figured out that she was tennis ball crazy. It only took three weeks from that first day for Ruby to get through the adoption process and begin a new life and love with that man, Kevin Given.

Given is member of Team Red White Blue (TRWB) and Ruby happily joined them on evening runs. Through this group, Ruby came into contact with veterans who have post traumatic stress disorder and they seemed to bond with Ruby, and she with them. This dog, who had once been fearful and weary of strangers grew to be comfortable in the presence of veterans.

As a Boxer and Pit Bull mix, she’s a breed that’s ready for action. She has learned how to calmly sit on the back of a kayak and ride along looking at the scenery and wildlife, but her daily walk is where she has really come alive. Ruby and Given average 30 miles a week, mostly walking, but some running. Ruby is well-rounded in her time spent being active, as well as her time spent supporting others to be active. You can spot her out at various sporting events, volunteering on the sidelines with Given, and exchanging smiles with runners as they pass by her.

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Powers: Laser-like focus on her tennis ball.

Ability to make others smile while she smiles at them during her walks.

Weaknesses: Her blanket. Once tucked in she is super comfortable, and nothing short of a walk or her tennis ball is going to make her want to come out from underneath.

Arch Enemies: People on skateboards.

Sidekicks: She and Kevin Given are a solid duo, but she is screening additional candidates.

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Powers: Invulnerability. Complete ignorance of her own size. She never lets her short legs hold her back.

Weaknesses: Resistant to water.

Arch Enemies: On occasion, she'll bark at German Shepherds with slopey hips.

Sidekicks: Láska, the horse, of course.

hen Allegra Kaough was studying to become a dog trainer, she didn’t have a dog of her own. She knew she wanted an active breed, but didn’t think a Dachshund would fit the bill. Her mentor at the time owned six dogs, three of which were Dachshunds. After taking one of the Dachshunds on a particularly long walk one day and seeing how well he kept up, she decided to follow her heart and get one after all. It wasn't that this dog was exceptionally fit, she just noticed that he was all heart and kept up through sheer determination – which was more than enough for Kaough.

That’s when the real search began. Kaough applied to adopt more than 20 different Dachshunds from all over the country, but was turned down for one reason or another every time. Finally, Craigslist pulled through, and Kaough and Harley began their life together.

When Kaough moved to Austin, she started a business called The Naked Dog, in which she takes dogs on off-leash hikes.

The Naked Dog is thriving and Harley has been along for the ride since the beginning. Harley spends 90 minutes a day, five days a week hiking alongside anywhere up to 12 other dogs, some who are up to 10 times her size. After the hike, Harley and Kaough head to the barn where she runs around with her canine, equine and human friends and follows behind Kaough on horseback for another few hours. Even after an 8 hour day outside, Harley is able to muster the energy to head out again.

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Weimeraner

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n case you aren’t familiar with the biblical story of Job (and this Weimeraner’s namesake), here’s a refresher. Job was a righteous man whom God favored. God was so sure of Job’s strong faith that He tested him by sending numerous challenges into his life. Even after losing everything, Job remained patient and continued to loved God unconditionally, and for that reason, all of his joys were restored.

When Alexis Hail noticed a Craigslist post selling a Weimaraner for only $100, her interested was piqued. Within the post, she read a note written by the breeder that said, “Come get this stupid dog for $100.” Although he was a purebred and came from an award-winning line, when the breeder discovered he couldn’t be used as a sire, she wanted to dump him. Hail realized if she didn't get him, someone more terrible than his current owner might.

She drove to the Texas/Oklahoma border to meet the woman, withdrew the money from the ATM at the gas station they met at, and the rest was history.

Although Hail had no idea how to care for a dog, she was absolutely sure that she could give this dog a happy life full of redemption.

But Job's life still faced challenges. One weekend, while Hail was out of town, he escaped late at night and was hit by a car. The X-rays showed fractures in his face and a few broken teeth, but no damage anywhere else.

Yet, for some unknown reason, Job was unable to use his back legs to walk.

Months passed, and despite Hail's patience in helping him get around, eat soft food, and carrying him outside to use the bathroom, she worried he would always be in pain. But miracles happen for Job. He stood up on his own, gradually relearned how to walk, and has since made a full recovery.

Job is active and enjoys hiking the greenbelt, playing at Zilker Park, and running the trail around Lady Bird Lake. However, he stays healthy and fit by eating a paleo diet, including red peppers, zucchini, scrambled eggs and fish.

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Powers: Clairvoyance – He knows when people are coming over to visit. He can also turn into a statue. If you put something on his head to pose for a photo he will sit very still until told otherwise. Sometimes he can fly but that rarity only happens in the presence of other dogs who chase him.

Weaknesses: Lights of all kinds. Laser lights, sunlight reflections off an iPhone screen, shadows, flashlights, the light that is on the tool that the vet uses to look in his ear, and more.

Arch Enemies: Rectal thermometers (he loves the vet, hates their tools), helium balloons, and the water sprayer on the kitchen sink.

Sidekicks: Brees, the yorkie next door and Job’s doggie crush.

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Pitbull

Max

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merican Pit Bull Terriers have been cursed with a bad reputation that’s been tough to shake. Lars Remsen was aware of this but held a strong belief that dog temperament relied on a proper upbringing. By setting clear boundaries and offering lots of love, Remsen proved his point with Max. When Remsen went looking for the perfect Red Nose American Pit Bull, he found Max in the first litter he encountered. Max was the only green-eyed puppy, and the owner had already grown attached to him. With extra convincing, Remsen left with a new best friend.

It was expected he’d grow up to be a strong, driven companion, so he needed a perfect name to match. The name Maximus came from the movie Gladiator, because even at a young age, he was fearlessly loyal and exceptionally athletic.

Even at 14 years old, Maximus has the energy of a puppy. His favorite hobbies include parkour (bouncing off the walls in his house), swimming, and hanging out at the crag while Remsen is rock climbing. Maximus would serve as Remsen’s belayer, if only he had thumbs.

He has also always been adaptable to any situation: relaxed when it’s time to rest, or ready to romp at a moment's notice. Age ain’t nothing but a number to this gladiator.

Powers: Extreme agility and jumping.

Weaknesses: Anything soft on the floor, is a bed. Even a washcloth is worth laying on.

Arch Enemies: Feral cats that pass through the yard and mark his territory!

Sidekicks: He made an unlikely companion, when he and Remsen’s former next door neighbor's Chihuahua dug under the fence, and secretly hung out on a daily basis.

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Boston Terrier

Buster

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he Boston terrier breed is considered small but mighty, and Buster is no exception. However, due to the characteristic short face of these dogs, snorting and grunting can make high-intensity activities challenging. That’s where Buster is the exception.

Buster is Les Reaves’ third Boston terrier, so he’s very familiar with the breed. Reaves was drawn to Buster because he was bred smaller than usual, but still maintained the standard appearance. Additionally, Buster has unbounding energy, which actually teeters between a blessing and a curse. He can play fetch from sun-up to sun-down or run over 30 miles in a day, and does so with such ease that any onlooker would believe he has no limits. When he takes the time to slow down, his personality charms everyone. Buster is attentive, polite and intelligent – until a tennis ball catches his eye and he’s off again, sprinting at full speed.

Buster emits so much energy to fully extend his body in each stride that he effortlessly creates the illusion that he’s flying (faster than a speeding bullet, at that).

At only 2 years old, Buster’s achievements already include hiking multiple 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado, canyoneering in Utah, and most recently, logging long-distance mileage by accompanying Reaves through marathon training.

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Powers: Finding balls inside or outside, in snow, under furniture, or at the bottom of a backpack. Wherever the ball is, he can find it.

Weaknesses: He doesn’t cry or whimper when he’s hurt or in trouble.

Arch Enemies: Neighbor’s dog, an Aussie named Oso. Sidekicks: His stepsister Stella is his main sidekick, but he’s also very close to his biological twin sister Murphy, who resides in Austin.

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You want to fit a morning workout in before work, but don’t have enough time to go through a full shower, followed by blow drying and styling your hair. Or you’re trying to hit the gym before heading to happy hour, but don’t want to meet your girlfriends looking like a hot mess. Many active women are far too familiar with this dilemma.

There may be only a quick half hour for a body rinse in the shower and to manage your hair. But, no longer will you have to worry about the sacrifice of great hair in exchange for a workout.

To help make the transition easier, Priv elite hairstylist Emily Hedicke demonstrates three easy styles using her favorite hair products.

Prep 1. Spray roots with dry shampoo. It’s even better to get a dry shampoo that matches your hair color.

2. Add some play powder to add texture.

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1. Pull the hair to the side and split in half.

2. Take one section from one side and bring it to the other. Then take a section from the other side and bring to the other. Repeat back and forth.

3. Tie a rubber band in inch below the last section. In the seam of the braid start separating to add volume to your hair.

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Wellness

Regular dog walks are good for both ends of the leash. Researchers from Michigan State University reported that among dog owners who regularly took their pets for a walk, 60 percent met federal criteria for regular moderate or vigorous exercise.

Nearly half of dog walkers exercised at least five days a week and for an average of 30 minutes a day. By comparison, only about a third of those without dogs got that much regular exercise. The researchers tracked the exercise habits of 5,900 people in Michigan, including 2,170 who owned dogs.

They found that about two-thirds of dog owners took their pets for regular walks, defined as lasting at least 10 minutes. http://nyti.ms/1ouCZyD

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Dogs as an Alternative to Drugs

A study conducted at the University of Missouri-Columbia Center for the Study of Animal Wellness, showed that when a human pets a dog, within minutes they get a massive release of beneficial hormones-known to be associated with health and feelings of wellbeing—such as prolactin, dopamine, and oxytocin. Additionally, the research showed that they also decrease the stress hormone, cortisol. This finding is particularly relevant in the treatment of clinically depressed patients. Researchers also found that animal assisted therapy for depression and anxiety was highly beneficial. The patients in this study reported that they looked forward to therapy more when a dog was used in the session. http://bit.ly/1RrDZGg

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Puppies Preventing Pathogens

If you and your partner want to have a baby, consider getting a dog before conceiving— but not for the reasons you may think. Although raising a dog can be good practice for raising a family, research published in the journal Pediatrics shows that children who live in a home with a pet during their first year of life are more likely to be healthier, compared with kids who don’t live in a pet-owning household. Evidence from the study suggests that exposure to pets early in life can stimulate the immune system to do a better job of fighting off infection. The researchers found that kids who grew up in a dogowning home not only had 41 percent fewer ear infections (in comparison to kids from non-dog owning homes) and 31 perfect fewer respiratory tract infections. http://bit.ly/XPICRx

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FAQ Dr. Cheryl Wood of Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center gets close and personal with us about diets of our furry friends. By Devyn Bernal

One of the hottest topics in the fitness community is diet. Do dogs need a strict food regimen to stay in shape as well? Yes, a lot of pets that I see do require special diets. I work in the Internal Medicine Department at Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty. I see patients on a daily basis that have been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hepatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney disease, and various other disease. Typically, this does require changing their diet to something more suitable for their disease process. For example, if a pet has pancreatitis, this is usually managed with a low-fat diet for the rest of their life.

What is the most preventive way to avoid putting your dog on a certain diet? It is important to feed your pet a veterinary-approved commercial dog or cat food diet. If you do not wish to feed them a commercial diet, it is then best to have a veterinary nutritionist formulate a balanced diet for them. There are multiple online services across the country that can facilitate this. It is also best to not feed your pet human food. A lot of human food can be toxic to pets (such as grapes, onions, garlic, and many others), and can also cause them to get sick (i.e. feeding bacon to your pet can give them pancreatitis). If you feel that you must feed your pet human food as a snack, it is recommended to get approval from your veterinarian first. Also, more and more human products are being made with ingredients that can be toxic. For example, some brands of peanut butter are now being made with a sugar called xylitol. This can cause a drop in blood glucose and also affect their liver. Again, it is best if you try to not feed your pet any human foods.

What defines a raw food diet? Is it helping or hurting pets? Raw food diets are controversial, and seemingly on the rise. More and more people are

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What is the best piece of advice you like to share with your animal lovers and their pets?

I actually like to advise owners to get insurance on their pets. I work in a specialty and emergency facility, so we see people all the time in a difficult situation and not prepared financially. They obviously want to do everything for their pet but sometimes are unable. Insurance allows your doctor to perform all of the tests and treatments that are needed and not put you into debt. afm

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feeding their pet a homemade raw diet or commercially prepared raw diet. This usually consists of a combination of the following: muscle meat, bone, organ meats (such as liver or kidney), raw eggs, vegetables (broccoli, spinach, etc.), fruit, and dairy. This is otherwise known as the BARF diet, aka Bones and Raw Food, or Biologically Appropriate Raw Food. People feel that this diet allows their pet to be healthier, as this type of diet dates back to before dogs and cats were domesticated.

This may be the diet that their ancestors ate, but how many dogs and cats in the wild live to be as old as most pets do nowadays? This type of diet is not balanced nutritionally according to AAFCO recommendations. Potential risks to your pet if fed a raw food diet include the following: -Threats to human and pet from bacteria present in raw meat. The threat is even higher for small children, or those that are immunosuppressed in the household. The two bacteria with the highest pathogenic potential include Salmonella and E. coli.

If you feed your pet a raw diet, imagine what is being transmitted to your skin every time they lick you.

-An unbalanced diet can lead to health problems if given for an extended amount of time. There are an increasing number of case reports indicating problems that pets have had while ingesting raw food diets. I personally have seen one dog develop hyperthyroidism from a raw food diet. Some of the organ meats can contain thyroid tissue, which can actually be hormonally active if ingested.

-Potential for bones to cause oral, dental, and esophageal trauma. I do perform after-hours procedures to retrieve foreign bodies that have become stuck in the esophagus. The No. 1 foreign body that I tend to find is bones that the owner has fed the pet. Most recently, I retrieved a wish bone still intact from a dog’s esophagus. This has the potential to cause irreversible damage to your pet.

Also, feeding a raw food diet is not supported by the College of Veterinary Medicine, called AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association). If an owner does not wish to feed a commercial diet, it is recommended that they seek out a diet formulated by a veterinary nutritionist. Please ask your local veterinarian, and they can give you specific contact information for a nutritionist.

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One of exercise’s most incredHow a ible benefits is its ability to shift in improve self-esteem. You might perspective think, “I know that exercise will can help improve my self-esteem—once it helps me lose weight!” However, you get fit. research shows that exercise can improve body image and self-esteem before weight loss occurs. Just getting out of bed early to get your workout in is an act of self-care that can increase feelings of self-worth.

Proving to yourself that you can reach your exercise goal—whether it’s running a marathon or running a mile—will make you feel strong and capable.

Improvements in Health and Activities of Daily Living

Beyond Weight Loss

By Kelsey Brown

L

ike many Americans, you probably set a resolution to get fit in 2016. You bought a membership to Austin’s newest cycling studio and made thrice-weekly plans to run Lady Bird Lake with your best friend.

Unfortunately, if you’re like 45 percent of resolution makers, you abandoned those plans in February.

What’s preventing you from sticking with an exercise routine and getting into shape? You probably believe that a weak will is to blame. Or maybe you’re just no good at exercising.

The problem, however, is not your will power or exercise ability. It’s your expectations.

Weight Loss Woes Any behavior, including exercise, is motivated by positive and negative feedback. If the negative feedback of a behavior outweighs the positive, you’ll understandably give it up. A new exercise regimen comes with a slew of negative feedback—soreness, time constraints, potential embarrassment (I have tripped over enough gym equipment to know this is true even for regular exercisers).

Most resolution-makers look forward

to one potential for positive feedback in particular: weight loss.

Unfortunately, losing weight from exercise is neither quick nor easy. Despite your best intentions, three months of tap-backing in a dimly lit room to Tiesto’s latest hit has left you feeling sweaty and sore—but it probably hasn’t transformed your figure.

This doesn’t mean you need to drop your get-fit resolution. It means you need to change your expectations.

While exercise does not induce immediate weight loss, it does deliver many benefits that are available quickly.

Instead of letting weight loss be your only potential positive outcome, consider the other inherent benefits of exercise.

This shift in focus will help you keep at it long enough to see results.

Improvements in Body Image and Self-Esteem A client of mine, who was new to exercise, bench pressed 85 pounds for the first time. As she jumped off the bench, I asked how she felt. She beamed at me, exclaiming, “I feel happy in my soul!”

That happiness had nothing to do with the way exercise made her look, but ev-

Exercise improves aerobic capacity and muscular strength and endurance. While that may not sound important, consider how it can impact your life. That flight of stairs that always leaves you huffing and puffing? How about picking your kids up off the floor?

Consistent exercise improves your ability to perform activities of daily living. Exercise also reduces your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and some cancers, ensuring that you’ll be around to watch those kids grow up.

Improvements in Mood and Mental Health A friend of mine works for a busy startup company, often pulling 70 hour weeks. Despite her hectic schedule, she maintains a regular running and yoga routine. She does this, not to lose weight, but because it actually reduces the stress that she feels.

It is well established that exercise can reduce feelings of depression, anxiety and stress. Even one bout of exercise can improve your mood. The stress reducing effects of a sweat sesh can serve as a potent motivator to hit the gym instead of the couch when leaving the office after a long day at work.

By focusing on the benefits beyond weight loss, you can find deeper meaning in exercise. This will allow you to get past the initial frustration of a new routine and maintain the habit long enough to see physical results.

So run, lift, dance, cycle, sweat. Your body and your mind will thank you. And the weight? It’ll take care of itself. afm

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Anatomy of a Sprint Photography by Brian Fitzsimmons

Option 1

Standing Start On Your Mark 1. Front foot as close to the starting line as possible.

2. Right foot forward, right arm back or left foot forward, left arm back.

Get SET! 3. Most of your weight should be on the front foot. Assume a forward lean position, head slightly down. Assume a good forward lean and keep your head down.

You should feel almost like you're going to fall forward. Looking up at the start will cause you to stand straight up too fast, and that will kill your acceleration instantly.

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performed by David Braswell, Outright Fitness & Performance

GO 4. Push off the front foot and aggressively drive your arms, maintain a forward lean and head position.

5. Slowly transition from a forward lean to a more upright and tall position, about 15-30 yards into your run. Be powerful AND relaxed.

Run all the way through the finish line.

Option 2

Track Start On Your Mark 1. Front foot should be at least a foot length from the starting line.

Back foot should be at the ankle or heal of your front foot.

2. Both hands close to the starting line in a “bridged” position.

Get SET! 3. Slowly raise the hips slightly higher than your shoulders. Most of your weight should be on the front foot. Assume a forward lean position, head slightly down.

Assume a good forward

lean and keep your head down. You should feel almost like you're going to fall forward. Looking up at the start will cause you to stand straight up too fast, and that will kill your acceleration instantly.

GO 4. Push off the front foot and aggressively drive your arms, maintain a forward lean and head position.

5. Slowly transition from a forward lean to a more upright and tall position, about 15-30 yards into your run. Be powerful AND relaxed. Run all the way through the finish line.

Option 3

3-Point Stance On Your Mark 1. Front foot should be at least a foot length from the starting line. Back foot should be at the ankle or heal of your front foot.

2. One hand close to the starting line in a “bridged” position. Right leg forward, left hand down or left leg forward, right hand down.

Get SET! 3. Most of your weight should be on the front foot. Assume a forward lean position, head slightly down. Assume a good forward lean and keep your head down. You should feel almost like you're going to fall forward. Looking up at the start will cause you to stand straight up too fast, and that will kill your acceleration instantly.

GO 4. Push off the front foot and aggressively drive your arms. Maintain a forward lean and head position.

5. Slowly transition from a forward lean to a more upright and tall position, about 15-30 yards into your run. Be powerful AND relaxed. Run all the way through the finish line.

3 Common Mistakes 1. Front foot too close to the starting line while one or both hands are on the starting line.

2. Head up/looking up while in the “set position” or when taking off into the first step.

3. Starting with the wrong hand/foot position. If the right foot is forward, the left hand should be forward and vice versa.

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A Try to Tri How to take on the Rookie Triathlon without feeling like an imposter

T photo by Weston Carls

by Carrie Barrett here’s a famous scene from the movie, Grease (don’t pretend like you don’t know it), when Danny tries to play it totally cool in front of his friends when he sees Sandy at school and she lights into him. “You’re a fake and a phony and I wish I never laid eyes on you,” she screams right in his face.

It was a cringe-worthy moment for Danny. Why? He was being an imposter in front of his wicked cool T-Bird buddies. He didn’t want them to know that he had fallen head over heels in love, so he decided to foolishly act like someone else. Thank goodness Sandy called him out, right?

Well, I don’t know about you, but there have been more than a few times when I’ve been in coaching or leadership situations, standing on my soapbox of knowledge dispensing tidbits of wisdom, just waiting for someone to stand up and quote that line to my face.

Coach Carrie, you’re a fake and a phony and I wish I never laid eyes on you!

Yes, it’s true. There are moments and days when I’m playing it as cool as Danny Zuko while feeling like a big ol’ imposter on the inside. I’m willing to bet you’ve also been guilty of trying to fake it

till you make it, too (while clinging to hopes of not getting called out for faking it).

The so-called Imposter Syndrome is all too real for professionals, performers and athletes at any level and, ironically, no amount of training or fancy initials after your name can completely eradicate the occasional feeling of, “Do people truly think I have it all figured out?” Comedian Joe Rogan even has a bit about how we thought that once we became grown-ups everything was just going to make sense. “Then you grow up and realize we’re all making it up,” he says. The audience, naturally, erupts into the nervous laughter and applause as if to say, “Thank goodness. It’s not just me!”

The world of sports, especially, is full of self-proclaimed imposters. But, think about the last time you lined up at a race or any competition for that matter. In a twisted way, in order to compete, you actually have to become someone else. Consider this: You Take on a Different Role – By day, you’re an accountant, programmer, or home builder. By night, you are a super athlete who can lift heavy things and crank out huge power numbers.

You Act Convincingly – Regardless of the situation, you act like you know what you’re doing. This trick works for dating, job interviews, sales pitches, and even competitions. If you act like you know what you’re doing, you can even become an “expert!” (Ha!) You Dress and Talk The Part – In conversations with friends about your sport, you start talking incessantly about electrolyte consumption, crank length, wattage and how many hours of training you put in this week while wearing compressions. This will guarantee that people will think you know what you’re talking about.

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Identify those areas that hold you back and work on making yourself better.

When you become more confident in your weakness, the rest of you feels more like an expert.

Cross the Finish Line With The Gusto of Donald Trump: Don’t be shy or timid about your accomplishments as a newbie or a self-described imposter.

When you cross the finish line, know that you’ve earned it! In that regard, you’ve now become a bona fide expert because you took on something new and succeeded.

The Rookie Triathlon takes place on May 1 and was created for imposters of all levels. Over the next two months, I’ll outline a simple eight-week plan that will help you achieve your goal of finishing and when someone calls you a true triathlete, you won’t timidly say, “Oh, no I’m not a real athlete,” you’ll stand up Danny Zuko-style and proclaim, “That’s my name. Don’t wear it out!” afm

photo by Weston Carls

Medicine in Motion

you’re reading this and thinking you could never fit in or finish a race, think again. We all question our knowledge, experience and ability levels on a daily basis.

The real question then, is, how can you avoid this fear and lack of self-confidence that comes with feeling like an imposter or a rookie? In spite of feeling like a “fake” or a “phony,” how can you progress and do something you never thought you could do?

Accept The Success that Comes With New Challenges: A confident athlete accepts their success instead of constantly brushing it off with self-deprecating comments about being lucky or at the right place.

Be gracious and tell yourself, “I worked hard and deserved it! It was more than luck, thank you very much, and perhaps I do know what I’m doing here!”

Find a Similar Group of People You Don’t Think Are Imposters and Learn From Them: There are a plethora of training groups in town full of both new and veteran athletes. Teammates are always more than willing to lend a hand to help someone new because, as I mentioned, even the most experienced people are probably feeling the same way you are from time to time. Helping others along their journey makes both parties feel more confident, fulfilled and less like an imposter. Sharing experiences with others actually makes you an expert witness to that event. Is there anything more cool than being called an “expert witness?” I think not.

Learn from Your Mistakes: Admit that you make them and then learn from them. Every mistake made in training is a new bit of wisdom you didn’t know before. This expedites your journey from feeling like an imposter to becoming an expert.

Work on Your Weaknesses: There are beginner swim clinics, along with runs and rides throughout the city.

Fitness

By Diane Vives, M.S., C.S.C.S., N.S.C.A.-C.P.T., F.M.S.

The AFM FITTEST trainings are starting to kick off for this year’s competition. In the core tests there are four running events. Although they express different emphasis of the energy systems such as sprint speed, agility, speed endurance and long distance endurance, they all require good running mechanics. And the underlying ability to learn good running mechanics and fundamental work capacity is having solid basic movement ability. That is why single leg stability and strength skills are advantageous. Running and changes of direction rely on transfer from one leg to the other and each leg must contribute to the strength, speed and power needed for good acceleration and deceleration skills. So, we are going to focus on three movements that allow us to focus on single leg stability, single leg strength and the transfer of single leg power from the ground up using the whole kinetic chain.

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Purpose: This exercise relies on the stability of the single leg stance, maintaining static motor control of the hips and then challenging the lower body posture with an upper body halo movement.

• Establish a single leg stance with or without a balance assist of a box under the raised leg. If using a balance assist, make sure not to support body weight on that leg and maintain all the body weight on the stance leg.

• Upright posture through the torso is essential to the proper position.

• Hold a kettlebell bottom up or a dumbbell from one end in front of the chest to start.

• Move the dumbbell around circling around the head and shoulders while making sure not to let anything in the lower body change position.

• Use a natural reaching motion of the shoulders to clear the body and allow for fluid movement in one direction for 5 halos, then reverse the direction of the halo for 5 more repetitions.

• Then switch the single leg stance to the opposite side and repeat the halos.

photos by Brian Fitzsimmons performed by Ernest Miller, Outright Fitness & Performance

Getting a Leg Up

1/ Single Leg Halo

3/ Single Leg Push Press

2/ Single Leg Hip Thrust

Purpose: This movement engages hip extension while encouraging the body to open up the anterior hip to achieve a full hip extended position and develop strength for the single leg stance.

• Start with your upper back supported on a box or bench with your arms extended to the sides with palms up. Feet are hip-width apart and should be underneath the knees with the torso parallel to the ground. There should be a straight line between the knees, hips and shoulders.

• Shift to a single leg and lift the opposite leg just off the ground to establish the single leg support. Then drop the hips until the torso is at a 45-degree angle to the ground.

• Then re-extend the hips by pressing through the heels to return to the single-leg start position.

• Perform 10-12 quality repetitions. Avoid any arching in the back or pressing of the arms into the bench.

• Then descend into the split squat bringing the back knee toward the ground and maintaining a level pelvic position with a tall posture through the torso.

• Press through the ground to return to start, release the arms back to start.

• Be sure to repeat the sequence of using the arms to engage, then squat, then return to start and finally release the arms on every single repetition. This focuses on core sequencing and engagement to maintain proper position.

Purpose: This combination movement encourages powerful extension of the knee and hip extension while transferring the force all the way up into an overhead press. Trains a total body movement that is initiated on a single leg.

• Stand tall on a single leg stance and a dumbbell carried at the front rack or shoulder position on the opposite side to the stance leg.

• While maintaining a rigid torso, load the lower body by flexing at the knee and hip. Allow a natural forward lean with the torso that matches the shin angle.

• Then drive up by pushing the foot through the floor and extending the knee and hip.

• Let the momentum carry through to the upper body and finish with an overhead press performed as fast as you can control.

• Reset for each repetition and perform 5-8 reps on each side.

The physical ability to gain work capacity and control on a single leg will carry over into the building blocks of running mechanics.

Don’t forget to reach out to your local running coaches to start your training for AFM FITTEST. 03.16 / austinfItmagazine.com

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Olympian Profile

Mike Rodgers Specialty: 100M

What is your greatest achievement off the field? My two boys, Amare and Braylon.

Why Austin? Austin is a great place, but actually I’m down here on a crazy circumstance. I met my coach and hot dog stand in 2007 at the trials and he invited me to come down here. I got stranded in Cancun during graduation weekend because the flights were canceled due to a big thunderstorm. I missed graduation and ended up moving down here with my coach with just one duffle bag. I left my job and now here I am, one of the best sprinters in the world.

How do you think you’ve grown since your last Olympics? I’ve grown a lot because I’ve never been healthy and I’ve never been this focused. I used to go out a lot because, you

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know, the temptation of 6th street. But I’ve buckled down since I had my kids. Now I’m on my own and I have my girlfriend, who keeps me grounded. I’ve matured since my last Olympics.

Do you think natural ability is what sets elite athletes apart from the rest? I think it’s ability and mindset. Everybody has talent but you can’t coach heart and you can’t coach determination. It’s the drive.

What is the greatest perk of being a professional athlete? Getting free gear, traveling the world and just having a good time experiencing life.

What does life look like after the pros for you? I’m currently DJing and I plan to continue to do that. I want to go to culinary school when I’m done as well. I have a boutique called Imperial Eloquence right now, but I’d like to own a few more businesses. I’m working on having a food truck that serves cajun creole.

What’s the best thing your running coach provides you with? My coach gives me hope, because sometimes I get discouraged. I’ll ask, “Coach, why am I doing this? Why am I training this hard?” and he lets me know that I have a family to take care of, fans to live up to, kids who come from small schools that look up to me because I didn’t come from an NCAA school. I came from a very very small school and I took the long way up. I didn’t get the easy contract coming out of college—I had to earn it. So, to all the people coming out of small schools: you can make it and you can do it.

What do you tell yourself when you get in the blocks? Don’t make any mistakes, be patient, relax and go for it.

During the race, I black out because the 100M race is so fast that by the time the race is over and I don’t even know what happened. It’s like a war zone. You go out on the track and you’re going so fast that all you hear is the crowd.

photos by Kevin Garner Photography

What is your greatest achievement on the field? Winning Nationals and getting the silver medal at the Indoor Championships, making it onto the Olympic team.

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