AvidLifestyle May 2021 issue

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MAY 2021

Body Work Sought-after personal trainer and international supermodel GREGG AVEDON shares some secrets of his success

EVERYDAY WELLNESS in the comfort of your home

HEALTHY OPTIONS even a foodie will love

SLEEP ON IT the benefits of rest and relaxation

HEATHER HARRINGTON of Compass Fitness Denver opens up about her personal and professional wellness MAY 2021 | $8.95

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CONTENTS

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LET’S GET PHYSICAL Holistic health for your mind, body & soul.

By Hillary Locke Mujica

ON THE AGENDA Mental Health Awareness Month, Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo & much more.

the rest is history

GREGG AVEDON, DONNA BALDWIN AGENCY, PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM, LOCATION: NICK’S PRO FITNESS

FEATURED

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DELICIOUS & HEALTHY Where to get your “haute” health food.

By Kimberly Lord Stewart

To a résumé that includes international supermodel, champion bodybuilder and elite personal trainer, Coloradan Gregg Avedon now adds CEO.

By Jon Rizzi

56 How listening to that little voice made and saved Heather Harrington, owner of Compass Fitness Denver.

SPRING HARVEST A garden gourmand savors spring dishes.

By Maren Bartels

MOTHER’S DAY Your go-to guide for celebrating Mom.

By Hillary Locke Mujica

dwelling well

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EVERYDAY WELLNESS Home spa trends.

By Heather Shoning

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HOT SPRINGS The healing powers of the Rockies.

By Dionne Roberts

AT-HOME SKINCARE How to enhance your home beauty regime.

By Courtney La Marine

WORKOUT REVOLUTION The new normal: at-home gyms, virtual workouts & on-demand classes.

By Hillary Locke Mujica

ready to wear

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FUNCTIONABLE FASHION Must-haves for workout fiends & weekend warriors.

By Hillary Locke Mujica

SLEEP WELL Increase your health by catching more zzzs.

By Kimberly Lord Stewart

wayfarers

By Hillary Locke Mujica

ON THE COVER: GREGG AVEDON, Donna Baldwin Agency, PHOTO: Chad Chisholm, LOCATION: Nick’s Pro Fitness 6

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VAPOR CAVES Take the train & breathe in relaxation.

By Dionne Roberts

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May 2021 // vol. 3 // no. 2 PRESIDENT/GROUP PUBLISHER Allen J. Walters PUBLISHER Chris Phillips art & editorial EDITOR Hillary Locke Mujica CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jani Duncan Smith CONTRIBUTORS Maren Bartels, E.J. Carr, Chad Chisholm, Ehren Joseph, Courtney LaMarine, Jon Rizzi, Dionne Roberts, Heather Shoning, Kimberly Lord Stewart sales, marketing & advertising VP OF SALES & MARKETING Lori Perry DIRECTOR OF SALES Mike Carver DIGITAL STRATEGIST Lacey Colvin BUSINESS/OPERATIONS MANAGER Cindy Palmer Colorado AvidGolfer EDITOR Anthony Cotton Colorado AvidGolfer ART DIRECTOR Chelsea Oglesby

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SETTING THE STAGE

// editor’s letter

THE COLORADO

HOME LIFE STYLE Our connection begins with home.

TALK OF THE TOWN

PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM

DELIVERING

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LET’S GET PHYSICAL WE’RE ALL FAMILIAR with the physical benefits of exercise, but did you know your emotional and mental health improves with exercise, too? Historically, the mind, body and spirit were treated as separate entities, but experts now know theyʼre intertwined.

The World Health Organization (WHO) states, “health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmityˮ so itʼs no wonder that exercise can improve your mood, attitude, and mind ─ things we can all use more of. This issue offers a holistic approach to fitness trends, starting with the soothing soaks of Colorado hot springs on pg. 18 and local health food trends on pg. 20. We also spoke to farming experts at Knapp Ranch, who provided some spring garden gourmet goodness on pg. 24.

Home gyms and virtual workouts have skyrocketed since the beginning of the pandemic, and we’re here for it! Learn about some of our favorite classes on pg. 36. Speaking of working out, Heather Harrington of Compass Fitness Denver opens up about her personal and professional wellness. Her commitment to overall health (including laughter ─ the best medicine) led her to face her own health issue while running two gyms, raising a daughter and navigating the global pandemic on pg. 56.

Now, we all can’t be as chiseled at our cover model Gregg Avedon, but we can take his expert advice on how to live our best lives. Spoiler alert ─ it takes drive, laser-like focus, education and a passion to succeed. In his 33-year modeling career, Gregg has done this and more but, through it all, his family has always come first. Jon Rizzi caught up with him and shares his insights on pg.40.

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Did you know one of the best ways to improve your health, is to improve your sleep? Better sleep means better overall health so read up on the latest sleep trends on pg. 68. Make sure you check out pg. 34 for tips to enhance your healthy glow. Finally, turn to pg. 72 to learn about the Yampah Spa Vapor Caves in Glenwood Springs. A scenic train ride from Denver offers visual relaxation, while caves heat up the healing with long-lasting benefits.

We’re all on our own journeys, so it’s just as important to support and celebrate each other as it is to accomplish our individual goals. My personal goal is that we can elevate our collective health─mind, body, and spirit and keep cheering each other on no matter where our roads lead. So here’s to your health, my health, our health!

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ON THE AGENDA

MAY

May 5 CINCO DE MAYO Although Cindo De Mayo Denver canceled their festivities due to COVID, there are still muchas celebraciones to partake in! Cinco de Mayo commemorates the victory of the outnumbered Mexican army over French forces, providing the momentum and national confidence for the Mexican people to drive the foreign power from their country. Today, Cinco de Mayo celebrates the tradition of freedom and acknowledges the beauty of Latino culture. Join the festivities at some of our favorite spots...

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Through May 16 DREAMS IN BLOOM Photographer Fares Micue creates dreamlike self-portraits that integrate natural and surprising objects in vibrant hues. Set against a dark, mysterious ground, her images document the hope and positivity of the human spirit. Micue’s first solo exhibition, Dreams in Bloom, celebrates the individual beauty of the human form and the universal creative optimism within. DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS, Denver, botanicgardens.org

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Due to the everchanging updates regarding COVID-19, events may have been canceled or postponed. Please check with each organizer regarding event changes. See the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (cdc.gov) and the Tri-County Health Department (tchd.org) for the latest news and guidelines for staying healthy and slowing the spread of COVID. PHOTO: COURTESY PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY VIA FACEBOOK

PHOTO: FARES MICUE, COURTESY DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS

PHOTO: COURTESY LOS CHINGONES VIA INSTAGRAM

// can’t miss events

May 27 — Oct 31 ALL ABOARD The iconic Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest railroad in America and at 14,115 feet, the highest cog railway in the world, will climb up Pikes Peak once again! Tickets are now available for rides starting on May 27, 2021. THE NEW BROADMOOR MANITOU AND PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY, Manitou Springs, cograilway.com there’s more ➼

ON THE AGENDA

FOLLOW THE LINK

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PHOTO: KRISTINA LOGGIA, COURTESY HISTORY COLORADO

// can’t miss events

Through May 31 APRON CHRONICLES Today, as we contemplate how to move forward from a turbulent and disrupted present, Apron Chronicles gives us the opportunity not to escape reality, but to see it in a different light.

Explore themes of hope, connection, survival, achievement, regret and liberation, as told from the healing perspective of connectivity.

The exhibit features photography, personal narratives and one-of-a-kind aprons and lets visitors add their own stories to the experience. Sharing a depth of emotion and social complexity both intimately personal and universally relatable, the exhibit reminds us that we’re all in this together. HISTORY COLORADO, Denver, historycolorado.org

TAKE THE PLUNGE AFTER ABOUT 10 YEARS, the much-anticipated Palisade Plunge will open this May and will be the country’s newest long-distance downhill mixed-use singletrack. It connects the top of the Grand Mesa (10,700′) to the town of Palisade, CO, (4,700′) via 32 miles of sweet riding back-country singletrack – yes, 6000′ of relief! Though most of the single-track trail curves gently through the woods, across rock gardens, through stunning washes and dry riverbeds, and around impressive rock features, the last six miles will definitely test a rider’s grit as they ride on the edge of several thousand-foot-tall mesa cliffs.

The Plunge is guaranteed to offer a fast, fun and challenging ride, complete with stunning terrain and views. The final connection into downtown Palisade and all the fun amenities is completed via a paved path, and moves on to the Colorado Riverfront Trail for further connectivity. Check out the full story at avidlifestyle.com

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THE REST IS HISTORY

PHOTO: COURTESY ORVIS HOT SPRINGS

// how it all started

ORVIS HOT SPRINGS

For the unencumbered bath dwellers, Orvis offers a clothing-optional spiritual approach in Ridgway, that is famous for its high lithium content. These sacred waters have provided sanctuary and healing for centuries, since the Tabeguache band of the Utes flocked here to relish in its regenerative properties, and you can too.

Comin’ in Hot VISIT COLORADO’S HISTORIC AND SOOTHING HOT SPRINGS

By Dionne Roberts Monday - Thursday: Adults (16-61) $20; Kids (4-15); Seniors (62+) $15; Friday - Sunday Adults $25, Kids & Seniors $20; Waterslide Open Memorial Day–Labor Day +$5 (Unlimited slides) mtprinceton.com

FROM OUR EARLY DAYS, we are taught that a warm bath is indicative of relaxation and a way in which to wind down and settle in for a rejuvenating deep sleep. Soaking is seen as a soothing experience that calms the senses and allows for a weightlessness that whisks away worries, aches and pains and acts as a remedy for a list of mental and physical ailments. We wrap up some of the most soughtafter destinations in Colorado, each offering a uniquely catered homeopathic dip with their own specific blend of mineral mixology to melt away life’s stumbling blocks.

Avalanche Ranch not only offers relaxing pools, but it also features cascading hot springs that echo the majesty of a waterfall. The three-tiered pools pour into one another in a presentation of impressive natural rock formations within a pristine and secluded environment.

Just outside of Steamboat, you can unwind after an epic day on the slopes experiencing the ski resort’s famous “Champagne Powder” or after hiking in Routt National Forest in 104-degree mineral waters. With a nod to the natural beauty of its surroundings, the unique stone masonry of the pools offers a homeopathic and grounding soak in a secluded space. $20 per person, cash or check, no credit cards. strawberryhotsprings.com 18

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PHOTO: COURTESY GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS

PHOTO: COURTESY STRAWBERRY PARK

STRAWBERRY PARK PHOTO: COURTESY MOUNT PRINCETON

AVALANCHE RANCH

Closed on Wednesdays for cleaning $25 per person avalancheranch.com

MOUNT PRINCETON

This subdued, family-friendly retreat in Nathrop, is nestled between the quaint mountain towns of Buena Vista and Salida with odorless hot springs. Choose between the historic bath house, creekside hot springs, infinity pool or upper pools complete with picturesque Rocky Mountain views and a 400foot waterslide, with temperatures ranging from the 70s to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

PHOTO: COURTESY AVALANCHE RANCH

Adult–All Day: $22; Adult–One-Hour Quick Dip: $18; Children–4-12 years old: $10; Children–3 & under: Free orvishotsprings.com

GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS

Conveniently situated between the glamorous Aspen and Vail ski resorts, Glenwood Springs is home to one of the world’s largest hot springs pools. Known as “Spa of the Rockies,” it’s an easy walk to the nearby downtown. Whether you’re rolling solo or with kids in tow, this accommodating water retreat is perfect for a chill interim kept in the 90s to 104 degrees and purified and filtered for cleanliness non-stop. hotspringspool.com

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LOCAL FLAVORS

// good eats

PHOTO: COURTESY FLOWER CHILD

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LOCAL FLAVORS

Not Your Grandma’s Granola

// good eats

FOODIES’ FAVORITE HEALTH AND WELLNESS SPOTS

By Kimberly Lord Stewart

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PHOTO: COURTESY SWEET GREEN VIA FACEBOOK

// good eats

PHOTO: COURTESY FLOWER CHILD

LOCAL FLAVORS

SWEET GREEN

FLOWER CHILD

KETO WORLD

Where else other than Flower Child can you park your yoga mat before sitting down to an amazing meal? This come-as-you-are healthy concept restaurant is always hopping. Flower Child’s menu includes bountiful salads and Buddhastyle bowls such as the year-round Mother Earth, with a blend of ancient grains, grilled sweet potato and portobello mushroom, topped with avocado, cucumber, broccoli pesto, charred onion, leafy greens, red pepper miso vinaigrette and a sprinkle of hemp seed. It’s good just as-is, or you can add a meat, seafood or plant protein.

There is an option to make your own plate – pick a protein and two sides like cracked cauliflower and quinoa with date, currant, pistachio, Greek yogurt, cilantro, mint and you are good to go.

The menu changes out with the seasons, so the food is kind to Mother Nature and your body.

Flower Child has larger portion options for catering, feeding a family or a crowd.

Giving up carbohydrates doesn’t have to be a drag. When you order take out at Keto World, it’s like having your own low-carbohydrate chef.

In fact, Shannon Barnes, the co-owner and chef, is the talent behind the culinary creations.

Order per meal, or you can pick up enough food for the week. Some customers look for their favorites online such as lemon grass and chicken pho, spaghetti squash alfredo and fully-loaded cheeseburger cups and buy enough to freeze.

And of course, any keto diet includes the fat bombs like frozen peanut butter pie, German chocolate cake and chocolate chip cookie dough.

The entire menu is keto and gluten free.

9447 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree (Inside Grillin’ Wings & Things Restaurant) 833.328.5386; ketoworldkitchen.com

275 Saint Paul St., Cherry Creek North 720.730.7750; sweetgreen.com

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

3110 East 1st Ave., Cherry Creek 303.388.1878; iamaflowerchild.com

It wouldn’t be right not to mention the healthy queen bee of Denver. The older sister to Flower Child, True Food never fails to inspire. Sips, salads, starters, main dishes and healthy desserts – it’s all there and good for you. You don’t have to be a vegan to appreciate the vegan burger with meaty portobellos, walnuts and beets, topped with butter lettuce, pickled onion, vegan cheddar on a flaxseed bun. For heartier appetites, the gluten-free lasagna bolognese with fennel chicken sausage, mushroom, organic spinach, ricotta and herbs never disappoints my favorite dining companion. Even the kids’ menu is healthy with pizza margarita, chicken teriyaki bowl and a grass-fed burger with carrots and hummus. Don’t forget to check out the weekend brunch menu.

PHOTO: COURTESY TRUE FOOD KITCHEN VIA FACEBOOK

PHOTO: JONATHAN BORBA ON UNSPLASH

When you want quick, healthy and plentiful plates, Sweet Green delivers (and you can pick it up). This locavore restaurant specializes in global dishes with local sourcing, with deep relationships with Colorado providers. Though not fully local or organic, Sweet Green goes the extra mile to support local farmers and sustainable suppliers, and even personally visits every local farm. Favorites include: fish taco bowl with a good size portion of salmon, quinoa, avocado and shredded red cabbage; the hot honey chicken protein bowl with blackened chicken, kale cabbage slaw, hot roasted sweet potatoes drizzled with a hot honey sauce (need we say more). It’s easy to modify ingredients, order online or through their app.

2800 East 2nd Ave., Cherry Creek North 720.509.7661; truefoodkitchen.com

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LOCAL FLAVORS

// dig in

Spring Harvest CULTIVATING SEASONAL VEGETABLES BURSTING WITH FLAVOR

By Maren Bartels WITH RHUBARB, tomatillos, scapes and asparagus all celebrating the beginning of the growing season, spring harvests are full of colorful culinary delights. And there’s no one better to walk us through the garden than the experts at Knapp Ranch in the upper West Lake Creek valley of Edwards, Colorado. Recognizing the inherent beauty and ecological value of the land, in 1990 Bud and Betsy Knapp created a rustic living environment built around a vision of stewardship, responsible land use, sustainability and preservation. And those values are what make this ranch flourish today.

“We grow varieties of lettuces, microgreens and root vegetables in fields, as well as in our hoop houses,” says Sandy Story, Farm Manager at Knapp Ranch.

“From deep leafy greens, squash blossoms, beets, carrots and potatoes, plus nutritiously dense and flavorful microgreens year-round.”

Local restaurants and chefs seek out Knapp Ranch for their fresh, gourmetquality ingredients that vary throughout the year. “Working with chefs allows us to teach them and in turn the community about the nutritional value, taste sensation and culinary attributes of these powerhouse greens.” knappranch.com Ready to create your own spring dishes? Get started with this colorful spring creation from Farm Flavor.

Microgreens Spring Salad with Pomegranate-Lime Vinaigrette Makes 8 servings Ingredients 10 ounces asparagus, rinsed and trimmed 1 teaspoon olive oil 4 cups fresh microgreens, rinsed and drained 2 cups fresh blackberries ¼ cup slivered almonds or pine nuts ½ cup pomegranate arils salt and pepper to taste For Dressing ½ cup pomegranate juice ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 Tablespoons honey ½ cup olive oil 1 fresh lime, juiced (about 2 Tablespoons) Method Heat oven to 400 degrees.

Place asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for about 8 minutes until crisp.

Remove from the oven and set aside. When cool, cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces (this can be done earlier in the day).

Assemble the salad in a large, decorative bowl by tossing together the microgreens, asparagus, blackberries, nuts, pomegranate arils and salt and pepper, if using.

To make dressing, in a small bowl, mix together pomegranate juice, vinegar and honey. Let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature.

Whisk in olive oil and lime juice. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator. Stir thoroughly before serving.

Time Saving Tips! Make the salad dressing in advance. Prepare the asparagus in advance and chill in the refrigerator. For a rich, nutty flavor, toast the almonds in a 350-degree oven for about 5 minutes and cool before serving. Also, add or swap out other fruits and berries such as blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, peaches and plums.

Recipe: farmflavor.com

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LOCAL FLAVORS

// celebrate

The Makings of a Momentous

By Maren Bartels

MOMS DESERVE to be celebrated every day, but after the year we’ve had, moms need a double dose of Mother’s Day love! To help you plan your day, we’ve created a go-to guide to show your mom that you appreciate all she does and spoil her a little extra this year. FYI it’s Sunday, May 9th, in case you needed a hint!

Julia Child Notecards, $16 Celebrate the legendary Julia Child’s unique personality and sense of humor with four iconic quotes and stills from her famed TV show. It is the first title in a special collaboration with the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts and the Smithsonian.

WHAT TO EAT & DRINK

BIRD Bakery Texas darling, BIRD Bakery brings a taste of nostalgic southern charm, with a modern twist to the Mile High City. And their Mother’s Day offerings are sure to delight! Think tomato pie, pimento cheese popovers and lemon icebox cake.

Princeton Architectural Press papress.com PHOTO: COURTESY LOLLIA

BIRD Bakery 8000 E. Belleview Ave birdbakery.com

WHAT TO GIVE PHOTO: COURTESY BIRD BAKERY

Valentina Nightgown & Eye Mask from Julia B, starting at $50 For the ultimate sleep accessories, pamper mom with a luxurious nightgown and eye mask made with the famously soft Liberty Tana Lawn fabric. The ruffled collar and a-line nightgown is adjustable and comfortable, while the eye mask comes with a drawstring bag. Or book mom an appointment with local linen expert Courtney Hosterman to create bespoke bedding, bath or table linens to cherish for years to come. juliab.com

Jacques Florent Rosé, $33 What better way to toast mom than with a fabulous French Rosé! Francois Moutard has the ability to gracefully balance a respect for tradition and an appreciation for innovation.

Centuries of experience producing wine in Burgundy, with his own beautifully tended vineyards, access to great fruit and a hands-off approach to winemaking that stems from the notion that the best wines are produced in the vineyard made Moutard-Diligent the perfect partners for their innovative new French series.

The artwork (by Zach Fleming, a Brooklyn watercolor painter, a chef, and an avid wine lover) on the eco-friendly canister makes the presentation even more fitting of a celebration fit for mom!

Molly’s Spirits 8557 E. Arapahoe Rd mollysspirits.com

Always in Rose Bubble Bath, $56 Let mom relax in a tub of lush, fragrant bubbles with Lollia’s Always in Rose Bubble Bath.

Infused with notes of blushing rose, hibiscus and warm amber, this enchanting floral retreat comes in a sophisticated glass bottle enveloped in sumptuous blooms to elevate every bath.

Wish Gifts 5014 E. Hampden Ave wishgifts.com Mother’s Day Garden, starting at $12 A Mother’s Day garden is whatever you want it to be. There are no rules or strict traditions.

Create a garden together with your mom or do it for her as a surprise and add to it every year.

We’re loving the selection of spring and summer plants at The Gardens Highlands Ranch – think lilacs, lilies, roses, rhododendrons, hydrangeas and hostas, morning glories and much more!

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WHAT TO DO

Mom to Be Massage from Copperfalls, $115 For expectant mothers, celebrate this special time with a prenatal floating massage and handrelieving manicure. Taking time to pamper her now will serve you well when baby arrives!

Copperfalls 340 Perry St copperfalls.com 17th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition, starting May 8th The Pastel Society of Colorado is proud to present their 17th Mile High International Pastel Exhibition. This show is a wonderful representation of diverse methods, styles and visions. Enjoy the bold colors, subtle rendering and expressive mark-making employed in this collection of artwork. Let mom linger in front of these paintings and savor the landscapes, celebrations of light and color, quiet nocturnes, lovingly rendered portraits and intimate observations of familiar objects.

Curtis Center for the Arts 2349 East Orchard Rd greenwoodvillage.com

PHOTO: COURTESY JULIA B

Mother’s Day

STAY IN SHAPE. STAY HEALTHY. THERE IS NO BETTER TIME THAN NOW TO ESTABLISH A HOME FITNESS ROUTINE:

EXERCISE because it has the ability to boost your immune system EXERCISE because it's been proven to relieve stress EXERCISE because you are practicing social distancing EXERCISE because it burns calories (for those who want to offset the increased convenience of snacking that home confinement provides)

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Everyday Wellness MAKE YOUR OVERALL WELLBEING A PRIORITY in the comfort of your own home

By Heather Shoning IF THERE’S ONE THING we can appreciate from the past year (and then some), it’s that we’ve brought our attention back to the home. Be it getting more connected as a family or making the most of your home with a move or remodel to suit your changing needs, it’s clear that our priorities have shifted. Wellness—mental and physical—is taking precedence, and what better way to take care of your health than to bring it back home, too? Going beyond the home gym (which, by the way, we love and totally support), here’s how you can bring your top wellness activities under your own roof.

AROMATHERAPY AND MASSAGE Aromatherapy is known to relieve anxiety, improve sleep, boost happiness and energy, and even ease certain types of pain. Why not include it in your daily or weekly routine? One of the most common essential oils is lavender, known for its calming effects. You might opt for sweet orange to put a little pep in your step in the morning.

Of course, aromatherapy often goes hand-in-hand with massage. Turn a spare room into your personal massage room complete with candles, soothing music, plenty of towels and even a massage table. Use it with your partner or hire a massage therapist to come to your home on a regular basis. You can have the rejuvenating spa experience without leaving home.

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SWEET SWEAT At-home infrared saunas are growing in popularity, according to Brian Worker, owner of Red Leaf Solutions, a custom, at-home sauna dealer in Denver. “Just like the increasing popularity of home gyms, home saunas allow you to get the treatment you want without venturing out,” Worker says. “That has been even more important this last year with COVID-19.”

Infrared is different in that it heats your body from the core instead of heating the air around you. Saunas are known for their detoxification properties and infrared saunas maximize this by producing a sweat compound with up to 20 percent toxins, where a regular sauna produces about 3 percent toxins. Saunas also provide relaxation and better sleep, improved skin and circulation, relief from common joint and muscle pain, among myriad other benefits. denverwinecellar.com

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ICE DOWN If you prefer getting cold as opposed to heating up to improve your wellness, you’re going to love Ice Barrel. Developed by Wyatt Ewing of Colorado Springs, who was just trying to find a better way to take an ice bath, this low-maintenance wellness product is not only for extreme athletes. “That’s a common misconception,” Ewing says. “Ice baths provide mental health benefits such as easing depression and anxiety and elevating your mood.” Science is just now catching up and revealing that muscle recovery is only the tip of the iceberg in terms of cold therapy’s potential benefits.

Ewing designed the 105-gallon Ice Barrel to provide a simple way to take the plunge that helps keep your spine straight, allows you to completely submerge (as opposed to the average bathtub) and and is compact enough to fit on a deck or in the garage, making it easy for users to make a regular practice of getting their freeze on. Bonus: It’s sustainably made using recycled materials. icebarrel.com 32

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Healthy Skin at-Home

By Courtney LaMarine

WHEN WE THINK of at-home skincare, whether it’s eating well, taking care of our skin or working out, there are a lot of options out there. As an Aesthetician, my clients ask me daily about how they can keep their skin looking healthy at home. There are many at-home devices for skin care, but the one I use and highly recommend is the NuFACE Trinity facial toning device. It uses microcurrent lifts, tones the skin and helps to extend the results of a professional treatment. It’s extremely easy to use and compliments any skincare regimen.

For a great monthly refresh, Sanitas Skincare makes an AHA Resurfacing Peel Kit. This at-home peel kit is an amazing way to fill the gaps in professional treatments when you can’t get in to see your Aesthetician. This kit includes detailed instructions to ensure proper application to leave you with glowing skin!

I recently added CBD skincare to my evening regimen, which helps to ease stressed skin and inflammation. I like The Youthful Glow: Facial Oil from Plant Love Naturals; it is full of antioxidants that calm the skin while argan oil nourishes and hydrates. The highlight of this skin care line is the inclusion of an ingredient called Terpenes. Terpenes have therapeutic benefits that promote healing and restore the skin. It is a lovely complement to any evening skincare regimen.

If you’re thinking about adding supplements to your self-care routine, taking probiotics may help with digestion. Good bacteria does wonders for gut health. I have found the products offered by TULA Skincare to be very effective. The Daily Probiotic & Skin Health Complex has a probiotic blend of 10 billion CFUs, Vitamin C for antioxidant protection and three different strains of probiotics to help aid digestive health, improve skin hydration and smoothness and lastly, improve metabolism and help to prevent bloating.

Staying comfortable and healthy in our homes should be a priority. Finding ways to settle into the new life staying home more should be fun!

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Since we are spending more time at home, we are also spending more time staring at screens. Blue light can be damaging not only to our eyes, but studies are now showing it can escalate the effects of aging. Blue light is shorter in length than ultraviolet light (UV), and it has been proven that UV light causes skin cancer and ages the skin. We’re so accustomed to seeing blue light that the effects seem harmless. This doesn’t imply that blue light causes skin cancer but it has been linked to aging the skin. There are different levels on blue light that actually help the skin, like blue light therapy for acne and inflammation. The blue light we see on our screens is different. If sunscreen is part of your daily regimen, you’re already ahead of the game. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide provide some blocking of blue light; Vitamin C also helps. Switching devices to night mode changes the type of light they emit and doesn’t disrupt our sleep rhythms. Beauty rest is a real thing.

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Workout Revolution

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WITH GYMS ON lockdown in 2020, a new age for fitness aficionados was born. From Peloton to Pilates, live streaming HIIT classes to yoga apps, the explosion of home gyms and the desire for professional, on-demand workouts have led to a colossal increase in health and fitness app downloads. In fact from January through November of 2020, approximately 2.5 billion health and fitness apps were downloaded worldwide, according to data from Sensor Tower. And even though restrictions are lifting, Americans are increasingly streaming exercise classes from their phones and smart TVs and tracking an array of personalized health metrics. With the plethora of workouts available, I took a look at some local and national classes to help our readers find the best ones to boost health and wellness regardless of location.

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GREENWOOD STRONG allows you to access high caliber fitness classes, both live and ondemand anywhere, anytime. With over 50 classes every week ranging from barre and cycling to Les Mills and Pilates mat classes with the instructors you love. Greenwood Strong is an extension of a proven community available 24/7 to help you reach your fitness goals.

With over 40+ years of cycling coaching and Pilates experience, b. pilates is a unique Colorado-based studio with a plethora of classes. Their recently launched SECRET SOCIETY is a monthly online membership with unlimited access to cycling, barre, pilates, yoga and meditation videos, as well as livestream classes all from the comfort of your home.

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MANAGING MENTAL HEALTH MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH, and unless you’re superhuman, you may be among the millions of Americans whose mental health was impacted this past year. Even before COVID, the prevalence of mental illness among adults was increasing. According to Mental Health America, 19% of adults experienced a mental illness, an increase of 1.5 million people over last year’s dataset. Suicidal ideation among adults is increasing and 60% of youth experiencing depression are not getting any help. It’s literally a pandemic on top of a pandemic!

The physical, emotional, and mental well-being of our children, families and communities has to be a priority ─ and to do that we have to fight stigmas, provide support, education and advocate ─ and we have to do it together. No one is alone in this, and the trauma of the global pandemic has proven that we are indeed all connected.

Now is the time to speak up and take meaningful action in order to turn the tide on these rising stats. To learn more, to get help and/or to support our communal mental health, check out these local resources: Mental Health Center of Denver 303.504.6500 Mental Health Colorado 720.208.2220 Braincode Center of DTC 720.408.7096 Maria Droste Counseling Center 303.867.4600 Denver Family Institute 303.756.3340 Aspen Leaf Holistic Mental Health Care 303.223.6326

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“STEREOTYPES,” a fortune cookie once humorously divulged, “are a real time-saver.”

But, alas, every joke contains a kernel of truth.

Consider men who earn a living from their smoldering handsomeness, protuberant biceps and corrugated abs. “Male model” doesn’t exactly suggest “Mensa member.” Nor does a movie like Zoolander debunk the cliché of male models as narcissistic dimwits.

“I think Zoolander’s hilarious,” Gregg Avedon says with a laugh. “I wasn’t offended by it at all, because I know people like that.” The 56-yearold model also knows those people are nothing like him.

In addition to a 33-year modeling career highlighted by more than two dozen covers of Men’s Health and clients such as Gianni Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Trussardi and other major fashion houses, Avedon is a bestselling author, champion bass fisherman, sought-after personal trainer, accomplished photographer and, above all, devoted family man. He and Tracy, his wife of 30 years, have been together since they were students at Miami Sunset High School.

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After spending their lives in South Florida, in 2017 the couple relocated to Floyd Hill, a neighborhood one thousand feet above Evergreen, Colorado. Their children Kevin, 27, and Tess, 24, have left the nest for cities along the Front Range Urban Corridor, which unfurls distantly through a picture window in the home’s main room.

A light dusting of bluegrass music fills the house, and photographs of the family dot the walls, as do striking landscapes and animal images taken by Avedon—a graphic design major at the University of Florida who claims as a distant cousin the legendary fashion and portrait photographer Richard Avedon. Not displayed: any of the thousands of professionally taken solo images of one of the most recognized faces—and physiques—of the last three decades.

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The Country Club At Castle Pines Debuts Its Newest Golf Experience THE CRAGS The Crags is the first new amenity added since the approval of the Club’s $17 million expansion project that will soon boast a clubhouse renovation, cliffside infinity edge pool, fitness center and a full complement of racket sports. It is destined to be one of the best 18-hole putting courses in the country.

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“I never take myself that seriously,” the owner of that face says. He’s dressed in a loose-fitting T-shirt and shorts on a balmy February day. His countenance suggests a hybrid of Richard Gere and Bryan Cranston; his arms bulge like those of Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson, whose Florida gym Avedon managed for three years.

“I’m just a normal guy; that’s who I am,” he continues. “Look, we’re all in this together. We’re all trying to find our way in this world. Everybody has a story, and every story’s important. Just because I’ve been fortunate enough to do some of these things doesn’t make me more important than the next guy, just more driven.”

That Everyman ability to empathize with others makes Avedon an incredible personal trainer, according to client Jim Hyatt, an eminent residential and resort landscape architect whose international clientele also includes several prominent Cherry Hills Village families. Hyatt started working with Avedon two years ago at Nick’s Pro Fitness in Evergreen (Avedon also trains clients at Absolute Personal Fitness in Lakewood.)

“He really wants to help people,” the 64-yearold Hyatt says. “His level of understanding and caring is a level above what I experienced with previous trainers, and his knowledge of physiology and nutrition is off the charts. When you work with him, he’s fully engaged, laserfocused and personable. It’s an inspiration just to be around him because of how professional he is.”

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Avedon’s humility and drive stems from being a shy, skinny son of a Great Santini-type father.

After getting his “butt kicked” trying out for the high school football team, the 15-year-old walked into the weight room “and became completely obsessed. I got to school early to help the coach set up the weight room and lifted between classes and for three hours after school ended.”

A passion for health, wellness and fitness kicked in, as did a sense of self-confidence and self-discipline. “I realized I didn’t like team sports—or relying on other people,” he says. At 17, he won the first of the 22 bodybuilding competitions he’d enter during high school and college. He quit competing after graduation to pursue a career as a commercial artist. Then a chance encounter with a modeling agent at a Miami mall forever changed his career trajectory.

But it didn’t change him. While circumnavigating the globe for photo shoots rewarded him with lifetime platinum elite status on numerous airlines, it did not turn him into a high-living jet setter. “It was always about being professional, making a living to support my wife and kids at home,” he explains.

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If a shoot in the Seychelles or Bahamas wrapped days sooner than scheduled, he says he’d forsake a few all-expense-paid days in paradise in favor of catching the next flight home—even if he had to charter it.

“And unlike 98 percent of the models who want the free meal, I’d never go to dinner with my clients or other models,” he explains. Instead, when checking into a hotel, he says he’d always find the closest gym and shop for food—two yogurts, four pieces of fruit, a bag of lettuce and two cans of tuna per each day of his stay.

“I’d eat in my room with food I can control,” he says. “When I was traveling all over, if I could control my nutrition and my sleep, I looked better, I functioned better and I felt better. And that was more important to me than partying and screwing around.”

He treated his clients with respect and demanded it in return. “A lot of clients think ‘Oh, he’s just a model,’ but I think it was different for me,” he reflects. “Most models start younger, never went to college—they take the abuse, suck it up and keep going—but because I started modeling after graduating from college, I was in a different place. I had clients and photographers who would treat people like crap, but they treated me well. I think they sensed they couldn’t get away with treating me poorly.”

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Incorporating protein smoothies, soups and variations on recipes from his books Muscle Chow and The 14-Day Get Lean Diet, Avedon maintains strict eating habits and workout regimens while home in Colorado. He and Tracy eat together, but rarely the same food. In restaurants, Avedon frowns on people who draw attention to their diets with countless questions and substitution requests. “I keep it simple. I fly right under the radar. I know how to order.”

“Just two days of not eating right can make a model look different, but Gregg prepares his body for every shoot,” raves the fitness photographer Jason Ellis, who counts numerous magazine covers with Avedon among the 500 he’s shot. The model also figures prominently in Aging Evolution, a film Ellis is directing.

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“He’s so in tune with everything,” Ellis continues. “Beyond having a keen awareness of his body and facial expressions, he’s a good role model as a human being. You just feel good when you’re around him. He really understands the essence of life.”

That essence, Avedon explains, “is about longevity, being healthy, looking good, feeling good and achieving balance in everything. I’ve always thought that wellness doesn’t need to be that difficult. You don’t have to be so pretentious about the whole thing. Just. Chill. Out.” He’s bringing his essential message to market with the first product in what he hopes will be “a house of brands, not a branded house.”

The product, Multioxidant, is a comprehensive multiple-antioxidant supplement created to shield you from the cell-damaging free radicals that cause aging, inflammation, discomfort and disease.

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“I’ve wanted to do this for 20 years, so I’m personally formulating it, making sure it’s everything I want it to be,” he says of the “mildly chocolatey-tasting powder” that can be scooped into a smoothie, protein shake or a glass of water. Multioxidant contains therapeutically dosed amounts of astaxanthin, alpha lipoic acid, glutathione, CoQ10, Vitamins A, C, E and K, and dozens of multisyllabic nutrients and cruciferous compounds with high ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) values.

Its creator practically levitates with excitement as he expounds about the benefits of each, as well as details on uptake enhancement, ATP replenishment, anti-calcification, cellular protection and more. He clearly knows his stuff.

“I’m really serious about this,” he says, noting that a Multioxidant cream is on the way. “The whole idea is not to confuse people. Look, you want cellular health? Here’s your product.

Protect yourself from the outside-in as well as the inside-out. It’s a great one-two punch.”

If Multioxidant scores a knockout, a line of athletic and muscle-building products “using only supplements I believe in” will follow. And after that? “A book tying all of this together with my philosophy.”

That philosophy has kept Gregg Avedon on top of his game for four decades and counting, and his book is certainly one from which we could all take a page.

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Trusting Your Gut How listening to that little voice made and saved this mover and shaker

By Hillary Locke Mujica

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YOU ALWAYS HEAR the advice to listen to your gut but when society is urging you to stay the course, it’s not always easy to let your intuition guide you. In 2008, Heather Harrington was working in finance and following the career path she had always thought she wanted. In reality, that job was the catalyst for her to finally follow her heart. “I would wait until noon to go to the gym every day. That’s where my creativity flowed and I felt more like me — not sitting at my desk every day,” remembers Heather with a smile. She knew what she had to do to live more authentically, so after some time, she finally took the plunge. She left her cushy finance job to become a certified yoga instructor, then personal trainer, spin instructor and so on. “I just couldn’t get enough. My body and my brain were fueled by fitness and the community I was creating was amazing.” Fast forward to 2017 and Heather once again listened to that little voice. This time it told her to gather that community and start a gym where she could share her passions and her talents every day. That dream became Compass Fitness Denver. “It was amazing — people started showing up hungry for more so we grew to 20 instructors, offered kid care and eventually expanded our offerings between two locations — Compass Fitness and Compass Wellness.”

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LATERAL GLIDER LUNGES AT HOME Using a towel on a smooth floor, stand with the ball of one foot on the towel. Bend the standing knee and send the hips back, sliding the foot on the towel out to the side, keeping that knee straight. Squeeze the glutes and push down through the standing foot to return to the starting position. Complete 15 on each side.

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So in 2020, Heather Harrington was living the life she designed. Despite the intense stressors of COVID (especially on the fitness community), her adorable daughter and hunky husband were by her side, and her two gyms were thriving with both virtual and small group in-person classes. Heather’s sense of humor, down-to-earth personality and tough-as-nails determination make her a force to be reckoned with, yet when her doctor told her not to worry about getting a mammogram at 40, she couldn’t shake that nagging voice again. Her grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 42, so Heather felt like she needed to be sure. Despite her doctor’s advice, she trusted that voice and got a mammogram as her 41st birthday present to herself. And it’s lucky she did.

V-SITS AT HOME

Begin in a seated position with hands and feet on the floor. Contract your abdominal muscles and core slowly and lift your legs up to an extended position at a 45-degree angle with your torso. Reach your arms straight forward or reach up toward your shins as you are able. Hold until you can’t any longer.

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“Here I am, navigating a global pandemic as a female business owner of two gyms, raising my five-year-old daughter, trying to keep it all together and now I have to deal with cancer? It felt surreal to say the least.”

It turns out Heather had stage 3 breast cancer. Last August the doctors found three tumors and were concerned there could be more. “These tumors spanned a large area and were growing fast. I had to take action right away.” In typical Heather fashion she faced cancer head-on with her family, friends and fitness community supporting her every step of the way. Her cheerleaders helped her stay focused on healing, focused on being authentic and of course, infused each day with an oversized dose of humor. “Being able to laugh is such a gift, truly a gift.”

PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM, LOCATION: COMPASS WELLNESS

BULGARIAN SPLIT LUNGE AT HOME Stand next to a bench (or chair), then take a couple of steps forward from the bench and place your rear foot on it. Lower yourself until your knee almost touches the ground, then return to the starting position. Complete 15 times on one leg before switching to the other.

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Fast forward to almost 10 months after her diagnosis: Heather had a bilateral mastectomy followed by chemotherapy to target her fast-growing, estrogen-fueled breast cancer. She’s gearing up for reconstructive surgery and her outlook is as positive as ever.

“You have a choice to live in fear or to let go of the worries and focus on the good.

As hard as this year has been, I’m showing my daughter what it means to be a strong woman, how to be resilient no matter what and to value the importance of community.

Those are the things I choose to focus on.”

As she looks to the future, Heather wants to open more Compass Fitness gyms and to grow her brand with workshops, retreats and new virtual classes each day. And my gut says she will do it all, and then some.

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PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM, LOCATION: COMPASS WELLNESS

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ARNOLD PRESS WITH DUMBBELLS

Start light until you master the form. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arm bent, as in the top of a biceps curl, so your palms are facing you. Now, instead of pushing straight up, spread your arms to each side laterally, then press your arms up and twist your hands so your palms face forwards. For full range of motion, finish by pushing your head forwards and reaching as high as you can so your biceps are close to your ears. Complete 15 lifts.

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Form, Function & Fashion FINDING BALANCE BETWEEN COMFORT AND COUTURE, FITNESS AND FUN

THE ATHLEISURE MARKET is so profitable and promising that luxury brands such as Dior, Louis Vuitton and Chanel have launched new lines of couture threads and premium footwear.

New capsule sportswear collaborations have also been booming recently, such as The Wellery at Saks Fifth Avenue New York flagship store, offering immersive wellness experiences, from fitness classes to equipment, athleisure wear and beauty products and treatments. And even though we may want to burn your elastic waist pants and hoodies after this year, this multibillion-dollar industry is here to stay.

But the 2021 version of comfy clothes are a lot more fashion-forward, and dare we say, luxury lifestyle apparel. To keep you looking fab, we’ve scoured the shops to find the best workout clothes for all your fashionable (fitness) activities.

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PANDEMIC PANTS There’s literally no place you can’t wear yoga pants. Heading to brunch, grocery shopping, afternoon naps, even a yoga class─these pants are so versatile you may never take them off, and this past year, many have not. The Alo Checkpoint Set is your go-to no matter the season or the activity.

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DOUBLE DUTY DUDS Polished performance comes together with this Soleste Jacket from Sport Haley. With attention to detail, this multifunction jacket will take you from hole-in-ones to happy hours. The foil print and matte trim instantly elevates your outfit while also using high tech fabrics to help you be your best. It literally goes with everything, day or night.

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Consumers are demanding that companies demonstrate their commitment to diversity and inclusivity by adopting body positive messaging.

One brand we love is Summersalt.

They took over 1.5 million body measurements from 10,000 women to offer clothes in sizes 0-22 for their swimwear, activewear and loungewear.

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Their On-The-Go Pants are the perfect fit for wherever the day takes you─ work in them, exercise in them, Netflix in them.

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WFH UNIFORM These pants from Rhone are man’s new best friend. They’re basically magic – going from Zoom call marathons to downward dogs and everything in between. Complete with fourway stretch, two hand pockets and a power mesh media pocket, they’re as comfortable as they are chic.

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With advances in clothing production technology, smart clothing developments are going mainstream, allowing customers to monitor their health and wellness.

If you’re looking for something to wear anytime, anywhere that’s sustainable to boot, the Exercise Dress from Outdoor Voices is supremely versatile and confidence-boosting.

Made with breathable LightSpeed fabric featuring a built-in shorts liner and a phone pocket. On top of using sustainable fabrics, they’re commitment to the environment with recycled and recyclable packaging.

Athos is a patented system that enables the world’s first smart clothing to measure how hard your muscles are working using the science of EMG (Electromyography).

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BACK TO THE FUTURE Influenced by streetwear culture, classic retro styles in running and training products, and footwear in particular are making a comeback. The Diadora Equipe is the perfect combination of classic ‘70s sneakers with vivid colors for a pop of happy.

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Customers are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, demanding more transparency about how their clothing is made. More athletic wear companies are using products such as recycled polyester and low-impact, non-toxic dyes, such as Boulder’s own Pact. Their Perfectly Lightweight Varsity Pullover is made with 100% organic cotton, no toxic chemicals and is made with 91% less water than conventional cotton, saving 3 9.5 gallons of water.

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Sleep

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By Kimberly Lord Stewart

DID YOU KNOW that more than 35% of all Americans get less than 7 hours of sleep per night? See the sidebar on page 70 for more exhausting statistics. If you’re like many others needing help with your sleep habits, we’ve collected some expert sleepyheads to help you get a good night’s sleep.

Foundation: How old is your mattress?

Truth be told, we really don’t want to know. But if you can’t remember when you bought one last, it’s time to make a change. And even though shopping online for mattresses is popular, it’s impossible to know if the mattress is right unless you actually try it. Historically, mattresses are known to contain flame retardants, formaldehyde and benzene that emit harmful chemicals linked to health issues. Since we spend at least half our life sleeping, it seems logical that your mattress be free of harmful chemicals─smart right? Denver’s own Urban Mattress agrees. They specialize in mattresses made with natural and organic materials. Plus, the family-owned company designs and manufactors their mattresses here in Denver. Not only do they help you choose the right one, they deliver it with care and haul away your old mattress. Don’t you think it’s time? denver.urbanmattress.com

Sleep support Now that you have thought about a new mattress, what about relaxation? If you, like millions of others, have trouble turning off your brain at night, you need to know about the adaptogens and reishi mushrooms in Go Deep’s Relax dietary supplement tea formula.

Used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, adaptogens are a class of botanicals that are known to lower cortisol levels (the stress hormones) and help you slow down and relax. The most popular of these is Ashwagandha. Relax also contains reishi mushrooms, which may help regulate your sleep cycle, support healthy hormone and blood pressure

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levels. They are also known for healthy immune support and fighting off fatigue. Relax also contains collagen to restore healthy skin and hair while you sleep. A win-win all around! godeep.live PHOTO: COURTESY GO DEEP

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Medical sleep help If you have tried everything to improve your sleep and nothing is working, it’s time to call the professionals. Dr. Slamowitz, MD and his team at the SleepWell Center in Greenwood Village are Denver’s sleep experts. Getting to the underlying cause of why you are not sleeping is what they do best.

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Why is this important? Lack of sleep affects your relationships and your work productivity, which are very important. But poor sleep can also lead to heart disease, diabetes, depression and cognitive problems. There are many reasons sleep may evade you, and those reasons may not be anything you can control without medical help ─like restricted night-time breathing, restless leg syndrome, or your body’s internal circadian rhythm may be off kilter. SleepWell Center can assess and treat your sleep issues in a caring and compassionate manner. sleepwellcenter.com

SLEEP STATS, NAPPING ENCOURAGED Boulder has the lowest percentage of adults who sleep less than seven hours per night (24.2%).

Almost half of Americans say they feel sleepy during the day, from three to seven days a week.

On average, we spend about two hours a night dreaming.

The average person drifts in and out of four to six sleep cycles per night.

As many as 66% of people say they talk in their sleep at some point in their lives.

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YAMPAH SPA HOT SPRINGS

YAMPAH SPA VAPOR CAVES CIRCA 1890

The hot springs sources are untreated waters containing 34 minerals and trace elements, (especially high in sulfate, nitrate, zinc and potassium) from a nearby hillside behind the spa. These therapeutic waters flow through narrow, shallow channels down into the caves which then push through the stone floors at a steamy 125 degrees Fahrenheit. This magical transition therein creates natural geothermal baths within three consecutive underground rock chambers where guests can experience

a heated environment to unplug and unwind.

Inside, large slabs of marble serve as benches in the rocky hideaways, allowing for a conveniently crafted space in which to inhale the warm vapor and exhale life’s stressors. The balmy caves average 110-112 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing guests to visit repeatedly for approximately 1012 minutes with short breaks recommended in the nearby cooling room, cool water baths/tubs or upstairs in the spacious solarium.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY YAMPAH SPA VAPOR CAVES

SCIENCE TELLS US that heat radiates up and out; whether it’s a fever, best assessed by a palm to the forehead, the extended sunlight of a glorious summer day or your car’s heater, warming up on a wintry Colorado morning.

So staying true to nature’s brilliance, the Yampah Spa Vapor Caves, a small group of natural underground hot mineral steam baths in Glenwood Springs, brings the heat and offers a long-standing tradition of what visitors refer to as “healing and rejuvenation.”

packages that includes a complimentary shuttle to and from your centrally-located hotel or to select accommodations. This exciting and seamless route from Denver’s Union Station on the way to your scenic and historic Glenwood Springs getaway is fun for the whole family.

Whether you’re in the mood for the calming Yampah Spa Vapor Caves, on the hunt for a mild or wild adventure, looking for skiing, hiking, biking, fishing or just some good ol’ mountain exploring. Taking the train to this choice Colorado destination, right off the Colorado River, promises a multitude of precious memories and guaranteed relaxation.

The Historic Vapor Caves are open daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations are not required, but highly recommended.

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