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Joe Orr Editor
Curt Blakeney Hello readers! Welcome to another issue of Arizona Sports & Lifestyle Magazine (AZSAL). Art Direction & Design
It's a great time of year! The holidays are behind us and we are enjoying the temperatures that make us the envy of the country. It’s also a special time of year where we focus on our love of playing and watching golf. AZSAL is proud to have partnered with the crown jewel of all golf tournaments in the country, the Waste Management Phoenix Open (WMPO). With the 16th Hole, the Birds Nest, the eye candy, the Who's Who at the place to be in Arizona, the WMPO truly offers something for everyone. So, sit back and thumb through this issue to learn everything you'll need to know about the WMPO. And as a friendly reminder, while you're all there enjoying the fun and the sun, be sure to look out for any flying objects, and I don't just mean golf balls — beer cans, the occasional “Hey, hot stuff,” and I've even seen pretzels getting in on the flight action at the Open. AZSAL has also brought you some of the best ski resorts in and around the state. Whether you like to snowboard or ski, we've got you connected with all the great hills for maximum fun. Be sure to dress warmly and bring plenty of provisions when out on the mountains, since you never know when the perfect storm might bring you a new blanket of powdery snow.
Dara Fowler Senior & Lifestyle Editor
Lynette Carrington Associate Editor
I.R. Hunthausen Copy Editors
Todd Andrew Burton Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Laura Holloway Jennifer Reisinger Scott Verbout Director of Sales & Marketing
Dave Blouch Photo Editor
Gene Lower Advertising Design
In AZSAL classic fashion, this issue presents great places to be, awesome restaurants, cool gear, up-and-coming athletes, hot wheels and we all know it's the BBQ time of season, so we've even brought you some great tips for better grilling.
Joe Becker, Kristin Moore
We hope you enjoy this issue, and let's all make 2013 the best year ever!
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Joe Orr, Publisher AZSAL joe@azsal.com
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Coming Right at You!
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Sun Devil Savior
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Championship Dreaming
Freshman sensation and local product Jahii Carson has the state and the Pac-12 on high alert
Fear is for the Thirsty Shadow Beverages & Snacks pushes No Fear Energy to new heights
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Blast of Winter
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Lapping the Pool With Matt Grevers 32
Barbeque 101 Your mother taught you table manners, but did anyone teach you BBQ etiquette?
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Winter Gear Guide
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Golf Course Review Quintero Golf Club
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Golf Gear Guide
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Travel L’Auberge Del Mar in California
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Fit & Trim Music to elevate your workout to the next level Fitness DVDs
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Good Health Carb Cycling Made Easy
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Wheels 2013 Hyundai Equus
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Self & Body Winterize your skin
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Rising Star Short course racer Nicole Bungartz
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AZSAL Was There
The best destinations in the West for snowy downhill adventures
Swimming in the wake of Michael Phelps is no easy task, but this gold-medal-winning swimmer and Tucson resident is making a name for himself
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With an All-American roster, the Arizona State Sun Devil’s hockey team has a real shot at making history
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The Waste Management Phoenix Open — the biggest, baddest PGA TOUR event in the USA — returns to TPC Scottsdale for another round of good times
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Gear Guide Restaurant Review Mastro’s Steakhouse in Scottsdale Old Spaghetti Factory
Theater Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion
Event Anasazi Foundation’s Scholarship Gala
On the cover: Aerial view of the Waste Management Phoenix Open's famous 16th hole.
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RECIPES OF THE MONTH MIAMI MOJITO
BLAZIN’ BUFFALO POTATO SKINS
Ingredients: • 1½ oz. Voli Mango Coconut Vodka • 3 lime wedges • Mango chunks • 1 pack Stevia sweetener • 6 mint leaves • Soda water Preparation: In a highball glass, build all ingredients over ice. Top with soda water. Garnish with mint and mango. Approximately 85 calories.
Ingredients: • 3 lbs. small russet potatoes • Olive oil cooking spray • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat or regular Monterey Jack cheese • 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken • 1/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce • 1/2 cup crushed Blue Diamond Sea Salt Nut Chips • 1/3 cup chopped Blue Diamond Blazin’ Buffalo Wing Almonds • 1/4 cup sliced green onion tops • 1/2 cup light sour cream Preparation: Preheat oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Rinse potatoes and pat dry; pierce with a fork or sharp knife. Place in a large microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on HIGH for 15 minutes or until potatoes are soft when gently squeezed. Remove and let cool slightly. Cut in half and scoop out potato, leaving a 1/4-inch rim of potato inside the skin. Place on prepared baking sheet and spray both sides of potato skins liberally with cooking spray; bake for 15 minutes to crisp. Sprinkle equal amounts of cheese into each skin. Stir together chicken and wing sauce and spoon over cheese. Top with nut chips and almonds and bake for 5 minutes more. Add a dollop of sour cream to each and sprinkle with green onions. Serve with additional wing sauce, if desired. Makes 6 to 8 appetizer servings.
— Recipe courtesy of Voli Vodka (www.volispirits.com)
— Recipe courtesy of Blue Diamond (www.bluediamond.com)
HIGH WEST WHISKEY SOUR Ingredients: • 2 cups sugar • 4 cups water • 10 whole cloves • 3 each cinnamon sticks • 1 whole nutmeg • 1 whole vanilla bean Preparation: Spiced syrup: Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan, bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour. Strain and cool to room temperature. Syrup has a 30-day shelf life in a covered container. Mason jars are best. Lemonade: Mix equal parts of spiced syrup, fresh lemon juice and water. For example, if you want 3 cups finished lemonade, mix 1 cup of syrup with 1 cup each of lemon juice and water. Shake well. High West Whiskey Sour: Fill rocks glass with ice, add 1 1/2 oz. of High West Whiskey. Top with 3-4 ounces of lemonade. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint. — Recipes courtesy of James Dumas and High West Whiskey (www.highwest.com)
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P.F. CHANG’S ROCK ’N’ ROLL ARIZONA MARATHON
FAVORITE LUNCH STOP: Chandler BBQ VERY FEW PLACES IN THE VALLEY DO SOUTHERN BARBECUE RIGHT. One place that does is Chandler BBQ, owned and operated by proprietor and barbecue master John Benson. Chandler BBQ slow smokes meats the old-fashioned way — slow and low — using mesquite wood for a distinctive smoky flavor and tender texture. Benson uses a dry rub at Chandler BBQ, a proprietary blend of seasonings, spices and herbs. The barbecue sauce is also made from scratch, a sweet, tangy sauce with a little kick that is a perfect accompaniment to any of the entrées and sandwiches. If you’re looking for a hearty, inexpensive lunch, Chandler BBQ won’t disappoint. For only $5.49, Chandler BBQ offers a sandwich — like the Pig (pulled pork), the Cow (tender beef brisket) or the Bird (chopped barbecue chicken) — and a side dish. Delicious homemade sides include Carolina coleslaw (with its distinctive apple cider and vinaigrette undertones), potato salad (nicely prepared with mayo, Dijon mustard and big chunks of red potatoes) and turnip greens (for a truly authentic Southern flavor). If you’re feeling really hungry, try a full plate of the St. Louis beef ribs, the baby-back ribs, Louisiana-style hot links or the Southern fried catfish. The place has become a favorite lunch spot for employees of Intel, PayPal, AmeriCredit and Wells Fargo — and for good reason. Chandler BBQ’s motto is: “Meat so tender, you can leave your teeth at home.” There are no bones about it.
THE 10TH ANNUAL P.F. CHANG’S ROCK ’N’ ROLL Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon will take place Sunday, January 20, 2013. The event will welcome more than 25,000 participants and will once again feature two different start lines, with marathoners and cyclists starting in downtown Phoenix at Cityscape and half-marathon and mini-marathon runners starting in downtown Tempe. In 2013, the event will include a two-person half marathon relay, along with a 5.4-mile mini-marathon. For those who prefer to rock ’n’ roll on two wheels, the inaugural Cole Bike Tour will welcome cyclists to a ride on 20 miles of the marathon course prior to the start of the race. Runners can rock to the sounds of live, local bands playing every mile of the marathon and half marathon courses, along with enthusiastic cheerleaders to keep participants moving. The event concludes with a post-race concert and finishline festival. A two-day Health & Fitness Expo kicks off race week at the Phoenix Convention Center on Friday, January 18, and Saturday, January 19. The expo will feature more than 100 vendors featuring the latest in running gear, nutrition and training tips. To register for the race or for more information, visit www.competitor.com or follow on Twitter @RunRocknRoll.
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ST. PATTY’S DAY FUN EVERYONE LOVES ST. PATRICK’S DAY, the celebration of the patron saint of Ireland, which falls on Sunday, March 17, this year. Millions of Americans will don green and celebrate the Irish with parades, good cheer and perhaps a pint of beer. We offer a few fun ideas: 1
1 • Follow the rainbow to Sprinkles for an Irish Chocolate cupcake! Better than a pot o' gold, you'll find this Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with a Bailey’s Irish cream cheese frosting. Adorned with Sprinkles green shamrock, beware of mischievous leprechauns after your treasure. Available March 1 to 17. $39.99 for a dozen; www.sprinkles.com 2 • You know those wacky Christmas sweaters that have been featured on all the national talk shows? Well, Skedouche has added some zaniness to St. Paddy’s Day with the Shamrock Lighted LED Sweater Vest — with Saint Patrick smoking tiny shamrocks in his old-fashioned pipe. The lights are controlled via a battery-powered remote that fits perfectly into an embedded pocket inside the vest. $54.99; www.skedouche.com 3
3 • Partygoers dig these cool shades from Crystal Custom Eyewear. Show off your Celtic pride with these fun Ray-Ban-style St. Paddy’s Day sunglasses. Crystal Custom Eyewear is available in several colors, themes (like Viva Las Vegas or American flag) or personalized custom designs. Sunglasses offer 100% UV protection and are fashionable and entertaining, outdoors and indoors. $11.99 to $19.99; www.crystalcustom.com
MONSTER JAM RETURNS TO PHOENIX FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY, fans will witness the world’s best monster trucks battle it out in the ultimate event of intense speed, racing and destruction as Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam returns to Phoenix. Monster Jam will be performing at Chase Field on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Fourteen massive trucks will be part of the dirt-flying, car-crushing action — this year’s truck lineup includes the Phoenix debut appearances of Monster Energy and Team Hot Wheels plus the all-new 2013 season truck Big Kahuna, along with the legendary World Champion Grave Digger, Metal Mulisha, Batman, King Krunch, Nitro Hornet, Devastator, McGruff, Get R Done, Robo Machine, Shocker and more. Approximately 12 feet tall and about 12 feet wide, monster trucks are customdesigned machines that sit atop 66-inch-tall tires and weigh a minimum of 10,000 pounds. Built for short, high-powered bursts of speed, monster trucks generate 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower and are capable of speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Monster trucks can fly 125 to 130 feet (a distance greater than 14 cars side by side) and up to 35 feet in the air. In addition to the world-class racing and freestyle competition action, die-hard fans can come to the stadium early to enjoy the Party in the Pits pre-show experience, which gives fans unparalleled access to view their favorite trucks up close, meet the star drivers for autographs and take photos. For more information, visit www.monsterjam.com.
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EDITOR’S PICKS VIDEO GAME Sonic and cast line up on the starting grid once again to battle for supremacy in Sonic All-Stars Racing Transformed. Compete across land, water and air in incredible transforming vehicles that change from cars to boats to planes mid-race. Master your driving skills as you drift, barrel roll and boost to overtake your rivals, or use your weapons tactically and unleash your AllStar move to gain the winning advantage. $39.99; www.sega.com COOK BOOK True Food: Seasonal, Sustainable, Simple, Pure features 125 fresh, inviting recipes created by Dr. Andrew Weil and True Food Kitchen chefs Michael Stebner and Sam Fox. At-home cooks now have the opportunity to prepare a wide array of healthy, delicious dishes at home, including curried cauliflower soup, spicy shrimp and Asian noodles, corn and ricotta cheese ravioli and pomegranate martini. $19.99; www.truefoodkitchen.com SPORTS BOOK It’s Game Time Somewhere: How One Year, 100 Events and 50 Different Sports Changed My Life is Tim Forbes’ year-long quest to find the answer to the question: "Do you still love sports?" But what he discovered after one game led to an unlikely coast-to-coast journey involving 100 more games and 50 different sports from major-market events to the smallest of the small. Poignant, irreverent, and ultimately inspiring, this book chronicles one man's search for the love of the game. $15.95; www.itsgametimesomewhere.com
WATER ESSENTIALS LIVING IN THE DESERT, Arizonans are always looking for ways to stay hydrated. Get your water on with these cool H2O solutions … and stay hydrated. 1 • PURE Glass Bottle is a new portable reusable glass drinking bottle that allows people to enjoy that pure taste of their favorite beverage in glass without worrying about broken glass. $19.95; www.PUREglassbottle.com 2 • Naturally sweetened with Stevia, Activate’s line of sugar-free and calorie-free drinks are also packed with a daily dose of vitamins that are released with a simple twist of the cap. Sold in flavors like exotic berry, lemon lime and blueberry pomegranate. $1.99; www.activatedrinks.com 3 • Cool cup for kids who have outgrown sippy cups but haven't outgrown spilling. Contigo Trekker features AutoSeal technology, which is 100% spill- and leak-proof. Press the button to sip, and release to automatically seal. $6.99; www.gocontigo.com 4 • Combining the thermal properties of an insulated vacuum bottle with the lightweight, flexible features of a plastic bottle, the Polar Big Bear Bottle is the ideal choice for active people. Simply fill with liquid and ice and hit the trail. $11.99; www.polarbottle.com
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HEALTH BOOK Thinner This Year is the highly anticipated follow-up program to the New York Times bestseller Younger Next Year. Chris Crowley partners with Jen Sacheck, a nutritionist and exercise physiologist from Tufts University, and in lively, alternating chapters they spell out a weight-loss plan that will have you lose up to 25 pounds in the first six months — and keep it off for life. The message is straightforward and based on the most up-to-date nutritional science.
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CELEBRITY GOLF INVITATIONAL TO BENEFIT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN where golf enthusiasts and celebrities join together to participate in the Celebrity Invitational to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. This annual fundraiser brings together more than 200 golfers, as well as local and national sports celebrities to support the youth development programs for children and teens served by the Clubs. The two-day event, being held on February 7 and 8, 2013, will provide a chance to mix and mingle with celebrity golfers at an upscale cigar dinner at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort followed by the tournament that is being held at the Phoenician Golf Club. If golf is not your game, tickets to only the gala cigar dinner are available while supplies last. Bogies & Stogies Dinner Thursday, February 7, 2013 Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 From 6 – 10 p.m. Golf Tournament Friday, February 8, 2013 The Phoenician Golf Club, 6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Registration begins at 10 a.m. Participating celebrities have included Marcus Allen, Marshall Faulk, Justin Upton, Cal Ripken Jr., Bob Uecker, Steve Stone, Levi Brown, Frank Kush, Danny Ainge and Seth Joyner as well as many others. For more details, visit www.celebrityinvitational.org.
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25TH ANNUAL GREAT ARIZONA BEER FESTIVAL THE 25TH ANNUAL GREAT ARIZONA BEER FESTIVAL takes place March 2 at Tempe Beach Park. Featuring more than 250 craft, specialty and micro-brewed beers from 50-plus breweries across Arizona, the United States and around the globe, the Great Arizona Beer Festival is the largest beer festival in the southwest, both in terms of number of brewers attending and selection of craft beers. The festival also holds the distinction of being the longest-running beer festival in Arizona. The Great Arizona Beer Festival, presented by azcentral.com and KDKB.com, is also the only major beer festival in Arizona that is entirely a charitable event. All of the funds raised go to support Sun Sounds of Arizona (www.sunsounds.org),a local charity providing access to printed information for 49,000 blind and visually impaired Arizonans. The VIP Experience, features casino-style gaming including blackjack, poker, roulette and craps, with opportunities to bid on raffle and auction prizes using casino “winnings.” All proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Arizona. Additional VIP perks include early admittance (1:00), an exclusive lounge area, catered food, access to 25 award-winning beers within VIP, wine sampling, private seating area with shade, separate restrooms, a variable sampling mug, and a gift certificate to The Handlebar in Tempe (handlebaraz.com). Tickets are $45 for general admission, including up to 24 different craft beer samples, or $85 for the VIP admission with 24 sampling tickets. Designated drivers receive entry to the festival for only $10, including access to the Designated Driver Pavilion. VIP Designated Driver tickets may be purchased for $20 allowing access to the DD Pavilion and VIP Experience; no drink tickets will be issued, but you will receive a tasting mug for nonalcoholic beverages. All tickets prices are good through Friday, March 1 at midnight. Show your current Military I.D. at the gate for $10 off General Admission or VIP tickets. All guests must be 21 or older to enter. Tickets are available at www.azbeer.com.
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Maui Jim Surf Rider
The Surf Rider is the ultimate choice for catching waves, driving to work and everything in between. These polarized shades provide extreme protection with a wraparound full-frame style in a modern classic shape. Patented, color-infused lens technology wipes out 99.9% of glare, 100% of harmful UV and boosts color via specially designed lens treatment. $219; www.mauijim.com
For the girl who has everything … the Pink Diamond comes with 17 tools, accessories and safety items, including a 13-oz. magnetic head hammer, multi-bit ratchet screwdriver, mini hacksaw, needle-nose pliers, slip joint pliers and pink suede tool belt. $129; www.tomboytools.com
New Balance Minimus 10 Get in touch with nature in a whole new way with the MT10 Minimus trail runner from New Balance. The versatile durability of Vibram delivers a sleek, responsive ride so you can connect with every contour of the path while the minimalist upper delivers a fit that's perfect with or without socks. Odor resistance on the interior helps keep things fresh, while a scant 4mm drop from heel to toe inspires a whole new feel for your sport. $104.95; www.newbalance.com
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Clip the lightweight device to your jeans and enjoy Bluetooth technology with your audio devices. This plug-and-play gadget easily syncs with numerous headphones, ear buds and speakers, making them wireless and controlled directly from the Adapt. It also features a built-in mic so headphones and ear buds are now fully functional for crystal-clear calls. $39.95; www.outdoortech.com
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Black and Decker 36V Lithium Trimmer
For those who’ve shied away from rechargeable lawn trimmers … think again. The Black and Decker 36V lithium trimmer with Power Command (LST136) is a workhorse. The Power Command dial lets you choose between max power to tackle thick weeds and max runtime to increase battery life. Easily converts to an edger with a turn of the shaft. $159; www.blackanddecker.com
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Steaming is a healthy and easy way to prepare a variety of foods. From steaming vegetables, rice, seafood and meats to hard-boiling and poaching eggs, the Deni 3-tier steamer does it all. It’s equipped with a digital timer, LCD display and exterior water level indicator, so food will be steamed perfectly every time. $79.99; www.deni.com
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Take the rugged look of stubble to another level with the Scruff Sculptor from Man Groomer. Precision electric length controls operate with the touch of a button, enabling you to trim as close as .03 mm, the closest stubble setting on the market. Exclusive Whisker Belly traps your whiskers during trimming, allowing for easy disposal later. $74.95; www.mangroomer.com
Pyle Waterproof MP3 Player This underwater MP3 player is waterproof up to 3 meters, including waterproof ear buds, and is great for activities like swimming, hiking and jogging. To charge the device or to transfer music, simply connect to a PC using the included USB 2.0 cable. Features soft touch buttons and stores 4GB of memory (about 1,000 songs). $59.99; www.pyleaudio.com
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Waring Pro Juice Extractor
Go healthy by juicing carrots, celery, beets, cucumbers and apples. The Waring Pro juice extractor (PJE401) easily spins a variety of vegetables and fruits to make fresh, healthy juice right at home. Features heavy-duty stainless-steel bowl and cover that can be popped into the dishwasher for easy cleanup. $179; www.waringpro.com
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The Italian-made Bolsa from Kaenon is versatile and is comfortable enough to be worn every day, whether you’re running a morning trail or afternoon's errands. Polarized SR-91 lenses will block out harmful UV rays. Includes a mesh hard-shell sport case. Stylish and good-looking, Kaenon delivers a great pair of sunglasses for a modest price. $134; www.kaenon.com
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The new GEL-Rebel breaks the mold, featuring a new 3-piece interlocking midsole configuration developed with a fast, eye-catching design. The result is a dynamic, durable package with stability and a plush ride — whether hitting the roads or cruising the streets. $148; www.asicsamerica.com
Bug-A-Salt Deep in the DNA of man exists a killer gene. Don’t just swat those pesky flies – BLAST them with the Bug-A-Salt. A miniaturized shotgun effect is generated through this ingenious design. Ordinary table salt is used as a lethal projectile with accuracy range of within 3 feet. Bugs will remain whole for easy cleanup. $34.95; www.bugasalt.com
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With three removable pedals, this stainless-steel trash can (model ST13RTF) fits any kitchen décor. Remove one pedal to place in a corner, or remove two pedals to fit in a tight spot. 100% touch-free and odor-free. $199; www.itouchless.com
Oster Versa Performance Blender
The massive 1,400-watt motor spins the stainless-steel blades at 28,000 RPM. Whether crushing ice, chopping veggies, pulverizing green smoothies, grinding coffee, making homemade nut butter or pureeing piping-hot soup, this versatile machine will power through the toughest jobs. Features a 64-oz. BPA-free Tritan jar and stainless-steel blades. $399; www.osterversa.com
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The Oakley Big Taco Polarized Sunglasses come with all the toppings. Polarized Plutonite lenses provide excellent vision and reduce glare from water, snow and other surfaces, and they have Oakley's Three-Point Fit to ensure precisely aligned optics. When you're getting active, the Unobtanium ear and nose pads make sure they stay securely on your face. $170; www.oakley.com
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Mastro’s Steakhouse 8852 East Pinnacle Peak Road Scottsdale 480.585.9500 www.mastrosrestaurants.com
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All Hail Prime Beef! At Mastro’s Steakhouse in Scottsdale, steak rules — it’s an indulgent, uncomplicated shrine to prime steaks
WE HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF DINING at and reviewing two of the finest restaurants in the Valley: Mastro’s City Hall Steakhouse and Mastro’s Ocean Club. Well, we saved perhaps the best for last in the Mastro’s family of dining establishments: the original Mastro’s Steakhouse in the DC Ranch area of Scottsdale. I’ve said it numerous times: when you have a craving for a juicy steak seared to perfection, no one does it better than Mastro’s Steakhouse. It’s the gold standard for steakhouses and it’s worth the trip, no matter where you reside in the Valley. Mastro’s elegance and high standards are apparent as soon as you enter. Relaxing ambient lighting, handsome wood-paneled ceilings and white linen-clad tables harkens of boardroom importance, but offer a casually-elegant and comfortable dining atmosphere. Mastro’s Steakhouse operates like a well-oiled machine — excellent service, vigilant and accommodating staff, and an efficient kitchen that dishes out sizzling entrées on hot plates. After you get settled at your table, order a glass of wine and an appetizer. Mastro’s prides itself on its wine list, which includes hard-to-find American boutique wines as well as national and international labels. As many as 35 wines are available by
the glass, and more than 100 labels on the reserve list. For starters, the seafood tower makes a dramatic entrance, an arrestingly artful presentation of lobster, shrimp, crab legs and crab salads served on a bed of ice. The tower is perfect if you want a light seafood sampling, but still want to save room for the main entrée. The shellfish is fresh and delicious, served with traditional accompaniments. Winning appetizers include the vanilla battered shrimp, escargot and fried calamari. For a truly indulgent experience, the caviar will impress business colleagues and in-laws. After those delicious appetizers, your taste buds are revved up for a juicy seared steak — the main draw. Mastro’s serves Midwestern, corn-fed USDA-aged prime beef. Only the top 2% of all beef is graded “prime,” making its steaks outstandingly flavorful and gorgeous. Steaks are wet- or dry-aged for 21 to 28 days to tenderize the beef to near perfection. Mastro’s serves up a juicy, tender and seared steak sizzling on a 400-degree plate. The award-winning beef lineup includes an 8-ounce petite filet, a 12–ounce filet, a 12–ounce bone-in filet, an 18ounce bone-in filet, a 16-ounce New York strip, a 20–ounce New York strip, a bonein ribeye, a bone-in Kansas City strip, a 33–ounce ribeye chop, a porterhouse, a
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strawberries, a tart Key lime pie, cherry crisp or crème brûlée. Even more sinful: a giant bowl of freshly whipped cream accompanies desserts. The restaurant’s signature warm butter cake goes amazingly well with an after-dinner espresso or cappuccino. It’s a buttery pound cake with a sweetened cream cheese layer that melts into the cake
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The Old Spaghetti Factory Chandler location: 3155 W. Chandler Blvd. #9 Phoenix location: 1418 N. Central Avenue www.OSF.com
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• The opening day of the very first location of The Old Spaghetti Factory in Portland, Oregon, netted $171.80. Not bad by 1969’s standards! • The term spaghetti is the plural form of the Italian word “spaghetto,” meaning “thin string” or “twine.” • The Old Spaghetti Factory location in downtown Phoenix is constructed of two old homes that were brought together and refashioned to become a furniture store, then eventually The Old Spaghetti Factory. It is rumored to be haunted. Hey, even spirits appreciate good pasta! • Various cultures use forms of ravioli, including the Jewish culture (a similar entrée called Kreplach), Indian culture (Gujiya, which utilizes dry fruits, sugar and spices) and Asian culture (Samosa, stuffed with potato, meat and peas).
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Mangia! Mangia! A Valley landmark restaurant, The Old Spaghetti Factory continues to be a crowd favorite.
IF YOU HAVEN’T BEEN TO The Old Spaghetti Factory in awhile, it’s time that you go back and rediscover the magic of one of the most popular Valley restaurants. The restaurant stands the test of time, while continuing to endear itself to the community. The Old Spaghetti Factory has two Valley locations. The Phoenix location, housed in a two-story building that originally served as two residences, has been there for forty years. Carrying on the Italian family dining experience, the franchise expanded to Chandler and now The Old Spaghetti Factory has a convenient location in the East Valley, too. We had a chance to dine at the Chandler location (at Chandler Fashion Center) and discover all that this second Valley location has to offer. One of The Old Spaghetti Factory’s greatest appeals is its family-friendly atmosphere and delicious menu, offering a tasty variety of everyone’s favorite tried-and-true Italian dishes with some new recipes and flavors thrown into the mix. Another inviting reason to visit, especially for families, is the fact that when a meal is ordered, it includes sourdough bread, soup or salad (don’t miss the pesto ranch dressing), a non-alcoholic beverage and even traditional Spumoni (or vanilla) ice cream. Now that’s what you call a great value. The entire staff at The Old Spaghetti Factory is focused on offering a fun,
authentic Italian food experience with the freshest of ingredients. General Manager of the Chandler location of The Old Spaghetti Factory, Anthony Alexander said, “None of our sauces come bottled or canned, we make them fresh in our restaurants and that is something we take great pride in.” It’s a tradition that was born with the founder. The Old Spaghetti Factory was founded by Guss Dussin in Portland, Oregon, on January 10th, 1969. His focus was on the old world traditions that he knew would serve as a foundation for success: honesty, dignity, respect, hard work and guest satisfaction. Those values have spilled over into every aspect of the restaurant chain. A centerpiece at the Chandler restaurant is the trolley car. Although the original valley location in downtown Phoenix boasts a real trolley car (a fun décor find by Guss Dussin’s wife, Sally), the car has been lovingly re-created at the Chandler location (and all other chain locations, too) and can seat up to a few dozen patrons. If you have kids, this is where you want to sit. Because the trolley car is very open, it also makes seating a large group a snap. Our group kicked off our visit with orders of Sicilian Garlic Cheese Bread (with homemade marinara sauce), Olive Tapenade and a Shrimp, Spinach and Artichoke Dip. Each item was a delicious way to start a meal and the toasted rustic bread with the
black pepper on some of the pasta dishes — the perfect addition. Other dishes on the menu include Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmigiana, classic Fettuccine Alfredo, Baked Lasagna and Spinach Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce. Unlike many other Italian restaurants, The Old Spaghetti Factory offers a gluten-free menu as well, boasting a nice selection of pastas with homemade sauces. Additionally, the Baked Chicken entrée on the regular menu is also gluten-free. With so many delicious offerings, those with a special diet can enjoy traditional Italian, too. “It’s pretty extensive for an Italian restaurant,” noted Alexander of the menu. He estimates that now his customers are half mall patrons and half that dine simply because of the name. The Chandler location is now becoming established. “We’re starting to see repeat business and it’s great,” Alexander said. The Old Spaghetti Factory is highly involved in the community. Fundraisers are a
piece of cake (or signature Mud Pie, if you will). When an organization hosts a fundraiser, 15% of all proceeds go back to that organization. Again, their “complete meal” is an outstanding value, especially for large groups. They also offer a unique program for kids called, ‘Reading Can Be Magical’. For every five books read, a child will receive a free kid’s meal from the restaurant. Additionally, the restaurant gives an adorable book called, “Spaghetti” to schools that tell their children about the reading program. In addition to the great food, solid family-oriented service and Italian charm and atmosphere, The Old Spaghetti Factory offers a large banquet room for groups and on and off-site catering. As for our visit, our entire group came away enjoying a fantastic Italian meal and had many fun stories to share about our evening. The fun ambiance and attentive service were certainly an important part of The Old Spaghetti Factory experience. ▲
tapenade and dip dishes was a nice departure from plain bread typically served at other restaurants. If you’ve never tried a classic Italian soda, The Old Spaghetti Factory gets it just right; be sure to try the blackberry or vanilla. We had a chance to try one of their most popular dishes, the Mizithra Cheese and Browned Butter. The classic pasta dish was among our group’s favorites and a definite hit with the children dining with us. We also loved their signature dishes including Gourmet Jumbo Crab Ravioli (stuffed with tender crab meat, ricotta cheese and topped with pesto Alfredo sauce), and Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine (a classic dish with large shrimp and fresh shredded Romano cheese). We requested freshly-ground
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Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine (top) and Spaghetti with Rich Meat Sauce
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The Waste Management Phoenix Open — the biggest, baddest PGA TOUR event in the USA — returns to TPC Scottsdale for another round of good times By Chris Kaplan
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LAST YEAR, KYLE STANLEY TOOK THE 2012 PHOENIX OPEN TITLE with what the golf world called “the comeback of the year,” defeating 54-hole leader Spencer Levin. Can he do it again in 2013? “Kyle Stanley produced the ultimate redemption story of 2012,” said John Swantek, host of PGATOUR.com’s On the Tee. “Making up eight shots during an inspired final-round performance in Scottsdale one week after coughing up a seven-shot lead in San Diego was the comeback in the year of comebacks.” Stanley is coming off the best year of his short professional career, having earned his first PGA TOUR victory at the 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open and claiming two top-10 finishes. He finished 32nd on the 2012 PGA TOUR money list with $2,351,857 in earnings. At the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open, look for Stanley to defend his title against several PGA TOUR stars such as Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, Bubba Watson and many others as they battle it out for their share of the $6.1 million purse. On February 3, 2013, a new champion will hoist the Waste Management Phoenix Open trophy, but he isn’t the only winner of the event. The true winners each and every year at the Waste Management Phoenix Open are the local economy and the hundreds of Arizona charities the tournament supports. The 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open pumped $222 million into Arizona’s economy according to an economic impact study conducted by Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business. Fans attending from out of town spent millions of dollars for lodging, food, entertainment and other types of goods and services during their stays in Arizona. Let’s also not forget the expenditures by WMPO hosts The Thunderbirds, the PGA TOUR and other organizations required to stage the event, which generated a demand for millions of dollars’ worth of various goods and services. Best yet is the fact that the 2012 economic impact of $222 million represents a 23 percent increase from a similar study performed in 2007, a trend tournament officials hope will continue.
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While the local economy gets a significant boost as a result of the tournament, so do hundreds of local Arizona charities. Last year, the Waste Management Phoenix Open and The Thunderbirds distributed more than $5.5 million to local charities through proceeds raised from the 2012 event. Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Homeward Bound, Special Olympics of Arizona, and The First Tee of Phoenix are just a few of the charities that have benefited over the years. While last year’s donation was a staggering number, it’s only a small portion of the overall charitable contributions the tournament has made in its 78-year history. Since its inception in 1932, the event has raised more than $80 million for charity with more than $51 million coming since October 2003 when the tournament first brought on a title sponsor. The event only happens one week a year, but the impact lasts a lifetime for the organizations it supports. So what’s new at the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open? For starters, tournament officials plan to increase fan engagement opportunities via mobile devices while on property during tournament week. Last year was the first year in tournament history that cell phones and other PDAs were allowed into the tournament. This year, spectators will enjoy several new ways in which they can interact amongst themselves and with the tournament. Most of the fan engagement opportunities can be found using either the tournament’s mobile website (visit www.wmphoenixopen.com on your mobile device to access the site) or by downloading the official Waste Management Phoenix Open app. The app, developed by Scottsdale-based ABN Mobile, is available for free
“... tournament officials are planning a special venue for active and retired military personnel and their families affectionately called The Patriot Outpost.”
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download on both the Android and iPhone mobile devices by accessing the Android Marketplace or iPhone Store. The tournament will also feature Tweet-to-Screen capabilities on several of the digital scoreboards positioned throughout the course. It’s here that fans can interact with the tournament via Twitter and follow their dialogue live on site, encouraging other fans to participate as well. Fans can also scan the QR codes located around the tournament. These codes will be access points to a wealth of interesting tidbits that fans won’t find anywhere else. Spectators will notice an increased number of skyboxes on both the famous 16th hole and elsewhere on the property. The 16th hole, for example, will now have a total of 177 skyboxes, an increase of 22 skyboxes from the 2012 event. And speaking of hospitality, tournament officials are planning a special venue for active and retired military personnel and their families affectionately called "The Patriot Outpost." Located just off the 18th fairway, The Patriot Outpost includes hosted food and beverages for the men and women who protect our country, as well as their families. Traditionally, the tournament has allowed these service men and women into the tournament for free. This year, in addition to free admission, there will be a place for them to enjoy the tournament comfortably and build camaraderie among their peers. And at the 2013 Coors Light Birds Nest, the entertainment lineup is one of the best in recent years. Country superstar Dierks Bentley and Birds Nest crowd favorite O.A.R. will headline the four nights of entertainment. Multi-platinum recording artist Bentley will rock the Birds Nest on Thursday, January 31. A Phoenix native and 10-time Grammy nominee, Bentley is one of the hottest stars in country music and promises to put on an incredible show for his hometown fans. His sixth career album, “Home,” was released in February and has produced three No. 1 hits – “Am I The Only One,” “Home” and “5-1-5-0.” For his career, Bentley has 10 No. 1 hits, including “What Was I Thinking” and “Sideways.” Then, on Friday, February 1, O.A.R. returns to the Birds Nest after a one-year hiatus. Known worldwide as one of the best live bands on the planet, O.A.R.’s album sales are in the millions. The band’s 2008 studio album “All Sides,” which debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard Top 200 and No. 3 on the
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Digital Album chart, produced smash hits such as “Shattered” and “This Town.” Thirteen years after the group's first release, the band has come to stand for authentic rock music that reflects the collective triumphs and tragedies we all experience in this world: real people making real music that resounds deeply with their fans. The Coors Light Birds Nest party kicks off on Wednesday, January 30, with video DJ Roonie G, who is known for his unique and creative blends of audio and visual content encompassing popular music videos, iconic film footage, custom graphics and comedy shorts, delivering multi-sensory stimulation. After DJ Roonie G, national recording artist Kelley James will perform his fascinating collection of acoustic guitar, hip-hop beats, thoughtful lyrics and freestyle flows. Smasht will close Wednesday’s show with their collection of current and past pop hits. Closing out the Birds Nest on Saturday, February 2, DJ Roonie G will perform once again and set the stage for a Birds Nest favorite, Metal Head, Arizona’s original and best hair band rock show. While the actual Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament will be played Thursday through Sunday (January 31-February 3), there will still be plenty of things to see and do at TPC Scottsdale all week long. Many of the PGA TOUR pros will play morning practice rounds on Monday and Tuesday of tournament week. There are also other special activities that will feature PGA TOUR professionals, including the R.S. Hoyt Jr. Family Foundation Dream Day on Tuesday and the ever-popular Annexus Pro-Am (formerly the Silver ProAm) on Wednesday. On Saturday, February 2, the tournament is inviting everyone to participate in the third annual “Green Out.” For every person who wears green that day, tournament host The Thunderbirds will donate “green” to Arizona Clean & Beautiful — a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to preserving, maintaining and enhancing the beauty and environmental quality of Arizona. A Green Squad will be on hand to count all things green.
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THE NIGHTLIFE HEATS UP AT THE 2012 COORS LIGHT BIRDS NEST.
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• The Thunderbirds, hosts of the Waste Management Phoenix Open, were founded in 1937 when the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce expanded its role as a convention and tourism bureau. From caring for the underprivileged to helping those striving to make the United States Olympic teams, The Thunderbirds strive to make a difference for the residents of the Valley. • 60 – Waste Management solar-powered compactors along the course will allow patrons to dispose of their food waste more efficiently. These machines hold five times the amount of waste as a traditional non-compacting bin, which reduces the trips needed to service them. • 4,000 – Volunteers helping at the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open. • 15,000 – Approximate number of fans gathered around the 16th hole during the third round. • 140,000 – Golf balls in the WM logo water feature. Waste Management will once again utilize its floating logo feature on the lake of the18th hole, reusing the letters from last year’s tournament. The sign will weigh more than eight tons and consist of approximately 140,000 used golf balls that would have otherwise been thrown away. Following the tournament, these balls will be donated to The First Tee, a local youth charity.
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▲ PHIL MICKELSON BIRDIES NO. 9 AT THE 2012 WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPEN.
97 percent of waste from local landfills resulting in the highest diversion rate of any major sporting event. Waste Management’s goal for the 2013 event is to divert 100 percent of tournament waste away from landfills and into recycling and composting facilities. January 28 through February 3 is the week, and the Greatest and Greenest Show on Grass is the place to be. For more information or tickets to the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open, visit www.wmphoenixopen.com. ▲
In fact, in the three years since taking over as title sponsor, Waste Management has quickly turned the “Greatest Show on Grass” into the “Greenest Show on Grass” by incorporating a tournament-wide recycling and waste reduction program. Now in year two, Waste Management’s Zero Waste Challenge is aimed at controlling the materials brought into the event and educating vendors and patrons about the proper disposal of materials, so that eventually zero waste is sent to local landfills. During the program’s inaugural year, the 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open diverted more than
Waste Management has quickly turned the “Greatest Show on Grass” into the “Greenest Show on Grass” by incorporating a tournament-wide recycling and waste reduction program.
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SAVIOR Freshman sensation and local product JAHII CARSON has the state and the Pac-12 on high alert
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PHOTO BY STEVE RODRIGUEZ ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
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TOP RECRUITS CAN TURN A COLLEGE PROGRAM AROUND IN A HURRY. Jahii Carson comes into his freshman campaign with the notoriety as a local product, as well as an internet sensation thanks to a YouTube video that showcases his vertical leap of 42 inches, holding more than 500,000 views. His presence on the team will pay huge dividends in attracting top-tier talent to sign letters of intent with Arizona State and head coach Herb Sendek. The first game of the Arizona State 2012-13 basketball season saw the Sun Devils fighting off a decent challenge from Central Arkansas, coached by former NBA player Corliss Williamson, to win 79-64. Afterward, 20 to 30 friends and family members waited inside the Arizona State basketball tunnel to congratulate Carson. Grinning from ear to ear, Carson’s body language expressed a sigh of relief to have completed his first game as a Sun Devil. The joy he felt was born out of the support he received, a support he could not acquire on a game-to-game basis playing away from home. It had been more than two years since Carson, the local Mesa High School product, had committed to ASU in August 2010. Donning the Sun Devils jersey in a meaningful game had finally come to fruition. Last season Carson had his original freshman campaign postponed. It took the NCAA until December of 2011 to reveal Carson’s ineligibility; Carson did not meet NCAA requirements for ACT scores. Carson took the ruling and used the year for extra preparation, studying the game more from a mental standpoint. He was still allowed to practice with the team, which basically turned the year into a redshirt year. The anticipated debut of the do-it-all point guard did not disappoint. “Having not played since his state championship game his senior year, it was his first time getting back out there, and I thought he did a heck of a job. I’m really happy for him and proud of him,” Coach Sendek stated in the postgame press conference win over Central Arkansas. You won’t find too many teams in the country where the difference-maker on the team is a freshman. Arizona State will rely heavily on Carson to be the team leader and catalyst for their success. There will be some nights that Carson has to shoot more shots than he can create for his teammates. Carson has played well against solid competition so far this season. In the Las Vegas Invitational with several NBA scouts on hand, Carson went head to head with
guard BJ Young of Arkansas and battled a ranked Creighton team. Even though ASU lost in the championship to Creighton, the score was closer than the final result, and Carson scored 30 points. Carson is an instant fan favorite who is sure to gain more along the way in the 2012-13 Sun Devils season. Arizona Sports & Lifestyle Magazine chatted with Carson before the season began. Here is what he had to say. AZSAL: What type of expectations do you put on yourself this year? Carson: Just to get out there and go compete, and put pressure on the defense. You know I’m a fast guy so I try to get in the paint and just do damage. AZSAL: What has been the hardest thing to adjust to from high school to college? Carson: It’s a lot more physical. Referees let guys play. When you go to the line and you’ve been hit, it’s kind of hard to recover to make your free throws. AZSAL: Being a local product from Mesa, did staying close to home play a significant role in declaring to ASU? Carson: Definitely. My family actually moved a little closer to ASU; they live in Phoenix now. I get to see my family whenever I choose to. I think staying home was a great choice for me. AZSAL: What type of changes have you made to your daily regimen? Carson: I just try to get shots up and put repetition to my game. I don’t go out as much or eat fast food as much. I try to get as much rest and stretch more and get treatments for the long season ahead. In high school, I could pretty much do whatever I wanted to; but now I know there are other types of guys out here. So I have to try to get any edge I can. AZSAL: A few seasons ago, Ohio State’s Jared Sullinger was a big fan of Miley Cyrus' “Party in the USA,” and did a video with his teammates. What type of foolishness do you guys do as a team? Carson: We kind of goof on Coach Sendek a lot of the times. He has a lot of facial expressions and a lot of funny things he likes to say. So we have a lot of fun with that.
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AZSAL: You currently weigh around 180 pounds. You used last year to bulk up. Speed is a big key to your game. Is your current weight where you want it to be, or are you trying to add even more weight? Carson: I’m trying to stay in between the 175 and 180 range. I don’t want to get too big, because I think it’ll take away from my speed. AZSAL: What has Coach Sendek laid out as far as team goals for this season? Carson: Basically just to try to go out and win the game. Be competitive and just go out there and play your hardest. He hasn’t set too many high expectations, just to go out there and compete. AZSAL: What type of team rules has Coach Sendek instilled on the team? Carson:When you’re out after games, just be smart. We’re in season right now and trying to prepare. Be respectful to everyone you see and your teammates, and work on your game.
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AZSAL: What was the defining moment in your youth, that you felt you had an extra notch or two above the competition? Carson: When I was going into my junior year of high school and
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was playing AAU basketball and getting invited to camps, I started elevating my game. I realized I had the ability to dominate a lot of the competition. So my junior year I thought I had the edge above a lot of basketball players. AZSAL: As a point guard, developing proper chemistry with your team is key. You like to push the ball, but in half-court sets who do you think the team can rely on to create their own shots? Carson: The guards — Evan Gordon, Chris Colvin and Carrick Felix — can create their own shots. Those guys can all put the ball on the floor and create for themselves. Jon Gilling, I think he has the ability, but I think he prefers to get up and spot shoot. I think JB (Jordan Bachynski) down in the post can create his own, but I think he prefers us to paint-dish. AZSAL: Summers are often defining in a college player’s leap into the upcoming season. What were some weaknesses in your game that you made a concerted effort to improve upon? Carson: Definitely my jump shot, my three-point jump shot, I think it can be a deadly force from the three-point shot. Guys can’t high hedge and switch on screens because of the jump shot, and the big man I can lob it to. Pace as well; I liked to try to go super fast in high school, and that was one of the things I wanted to change up to try and get guys off fast. Fast and stop, fast and stop, slow and fast. AZSAL: How much pressure do you feel as a local product to re-elevate the ASU basketball program? Carson: I don’t feel too much pressure. I just go off the expectations my coaches have. I don’t really think about the outside forces. I just think about my coaches and my team, and the expectations they put on. ▲
AZSAL: Over the years through high exposure camps, you’ve played against some of the elite college players in the country. Who are some opposing players that you look forward to playing against this season? Carson: Arkansas and BJ Young (ASU defeated Arkansas in the Las Vegas Invitational 83-68). He was actually at the NBA Top 100 when I was there. He was ranked as one of the best point guards my year, so I’m ready to match up with him. And of course Nick Johnson down in Tucson (University of Arizona).
"I don’t really think about the outside forces. I just think about my coaches and my team, and the expectations they put on. "
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CHAMPIONSH With an All-American roster, the Arizona State Sun Devils hockey team has a real shot at making history By Sergio Hargrow
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• Coach Powers was inducted into the Sun Devils Player Hall of Fame in 2009. In 2010, he was named the goalie coach for the World University Games team that represented the United States. •ASU hockey has a player from every Canadian province on the team. •In his second season, Coach Powers led the Sun Devils to a program-best record of 29-4-3, gaining the number four seed at the national tournament. •The Sun Devils have 90 kids in the program throughout all three ACHA Divisions, with over 120 kids having tried out for the team. •The team brings in about $1.5 million in tuition for the University.
THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE LOCKOUT is in full effect, and some hockey fans are struggling with the fact that they don’t have any games to watch. So much for the Phoenix Coyotes making this year’s season their third winning in a row. It’s an especially tough pill to swallow, considering the Coyotes made the playoffs last year. With that being said, let’s not forget the Arizona State University Sun Devils and their nationallyranked American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Division I hockey team. ASU has a hockey team? Yes. Yes, they do. In fact, the Sun Devils have had a hockey team since the late 80s. They started off playing in Division II of the ACHA. By 1993, the Sun Devils had propelled themselves into an ACHA Division I program and reached the national tournament just two years later in 1995. From 1995 through 1999, ASU reached the national tournament three out of those four seasons with former goalie Greg Powers at the net. Powers was one of the best goalies in the nation throughout his tenure with the Sun Devils and holds all of the major goaltending records at the university. This beast of a man was also a three-time ACHA Division I All-American goaltender. As an assistant coach, Powers was able to help his team make it to three more national tournaments. In 2010, Greg Powers got the nod up and was named head coach of the team. Now that you’re up to speed, here is what to expect this year. Now in his third season as head coach, Powers is looking to lead his Sun Devils to the national tournament for a third straight season. He is focusing his team on one game at a time this year. Getting to March, when the national tournament starts, is a long way off. Right now, the players gelling with one another and keeping team morale high will be the ingredients for success all the way to the end of the post-season. “Being able to get the high-caliber players to come here to ASU and believe in the program has led to the success these last two years,” said Coach Powers. With the talent that is on his team, Powers sees no reason why achieving his and the entire program’s goal of winning ASU’s first-ever national championship this year is out of reach. While all the ingredients may be at the table, any cook knows that it’s all about preparation. Coach Powers has his boys on a very rigorous routine full of countless passing drills and shots on goal. Two of the most physical ingredients are lead- scoring forward Kale Dolinski and goalie Joseph D’Elia, who has turned the crease into a no-pass zone. Should the Sun Devils keep up the prep and continue the performance they have been producing, they will surely put themselves in prime position to make a strong push through the playoffs. We could very feasibly be looking at a new first in ASU history sooner than later. Only giving up an average of 1.73 goals per game so far this season, D’Elia has been a workhorse at helping his team win. “I contribute my success in front of the net to my on- and off-the-ice hard work, but without the hard play of my teammates, it wouldn’t be possible,” said D’Elia. With a former ASU All-American goalie for a coach, D’Elia takes full advantage of Powers and picks his brain on a regular basis.
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Junior forward and team captain Colin Hekle leads the charge for the Arizona State Sun Devils as they make a push towards their first National Championship. PHOTO © ASU HOCKEY
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“I will be ecstatic if selected an All-Star, but I’d rather bring home a championship to Sun Devil country.” said D’Elia. Dolinski, a sophomore, is leading his team in points again this year — a repeat of his performance last year. “Having a relentless attitude and never giving up on any play,” according to Dolinski, are the keys to his success and creating plays for his team. Having dominated the ACHA Division I for so long, ASU is looking to get into the NCAA Division I. Just last year, after winning five out of six ACHA Division I championships between 1997 and 2003, Penn State University was ranked up and now plays NCAA Division I hockey. “It takes a lot to make the jump to the NCAA, but it’s mostly about raising the money,” said Coach Powers. It would be a great thing for ASU to make that jump to NCAA Division I because it will then open more avenues for the University and team. Perhaps a championship in the ACHA would have moved things along faster, but we will never know. A new league was formed this year in which ASU has been placed. The Western Collegiate Hockey League (WCHL), which will begin play in 2013, includes ASU, the University of Arizona, the University of Colorado, Colorado State University, the University of Oklahoma and the University of Central Oklahoma. The addition of this league gives ASU more opportunities to play out West instead of traveling back East for most of their games. This six-league conference will consist of 16 intra-conference games throughout the season. ASU hockey (www.sundevilhockey.com), which plays at the Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe, has a live broadcast for every game on the Internet through www.fasthockey.com. The NHL may be locked out, but the door to an inaugural league championship is wide open for the ASU Sun Devils. Watch them make history.
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into non-traditional sporting events, which lead them to this year’s Phoenix Open. I had the opportunity to ask the man behind the curtain, founder and president of Shadow Beverages & Snacks, George Martinez a few questions regarding No Fear and what’s to come in the near future. "It's not status quo. No Fear reflects an attitude of our boundaries and our lifestyle,” Martinez said. With all eyes on the 16th hole of the Waste Management Phoenix Open, No Fear Energy has a plan as an exclusive sponsor of the event. “First and foremost, give back to the community and to continue to expose our brand to consumers with ‘You have it, or you don't,’” said Martinez, referring to the No Fear Energy slogan. Clearly, No Fear Energy buys its own brand. What can we expect in the future from the energy drink name that helped put the category on the market? “No Fear will continue to develop in the beverage category as consumers change functionality, flavor profiles and packaging needs," Martinez said emphatically. No Fear continues its legacy being one of the topselling energy drinks in the market, particularly males age 18 to 24. Although we at AZSAL, all over 24 if only technically, think we too adhere to the No Fear name as well — seeing as I wrote this story while skydiving listening to Metallica. Look for that story next issue.
“It's not status quo. No Fear reflects an attitude of our boundaries and our lifestyle” — Founder and President of Shadow Beverages & Snacks, George Martinez PHOTO BY DAVE BLOUCH
IN A LAND OF RED BULLS AND MONSTERS, ONE MUST CAST ASIDE FEAR. To out-perform rock stars, a full throttle approach is necessary. The peeps at Shadow Beverages knew this when they took over the No Fear brand in 2011. Spearheading a beverage company hell-bent on taking the functional beverage market by the balls is no easy task. Local Phoenix-based Shadow Beverages and Snacks had some large shoes to fill when acquiring the long-standing name from SoBe, who had taken the drink and made a name out of it since the early 2000s. This was a huge undertaking for the company and has proven fruitful. This year, No Fear Energy will be a heavy hitter at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Shadow Beverages, under the No Fear Energy banner, is proud to be a sponsor of the world famous 16th hole and the Birds Nest at the open. There has been some proving to do since the takeover in 2011, but Shadow Beverages doesn’t mess around. They create brands for a reason — there is no room for coincidence. If a distributor lacks resources, Shadow has got their back. Should they get word of an untapped consumer need, Shadow is there most rickeytick. The end game for any Shadow enterprise is creating what the customer needs, and that’s exactly what they did with No Fear Energy. In response to high consumer demand, Shadow reintroduced No Fear Energy to the market in the well-known ”Original” and “Sugar-Free” flavors, as well as new zero-calorie flavors, Berry Lemonade and Passion Fruit Pomegranate. Anyone who has seen anything associated with the No Fear brand knows it’s all about pushing the limits and taking oneself beyond conventional comfort zones. Just take a look at this issue’s back cover. There’s No Fear Energy’s Jimmy Stephensen, a hundred feet-up in the air in “[his] comfort zone.” Over the years the No Fear trademark has become a symbol for an attitude and way of life. Combine that with Shadow Beverages aggressive and experienced business model and you get a fearless recipe for success. Jimmy Stephensen, of the LOORRS series, isn’t the only athlete No Fear Energy sponsors. They also have MMA fighter Shannon “The Cannon” Ritch. Both of these extreme athletes are an extension of that No Fear spirit. No Fear Energy continues to expand the brand
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SKIING CONJURES IMAGES OF PURE UNADULTERATED EXCITEMENT: high alpine vistas and epic powder runs — a wide-open, snow-covered field of dreams. Even though we live in the Valley of the Sun, many of us are anything but strangers to winter sports. While it may never snow in Phoenix, a short flight or road trip will have you satisfying your snow cravings. So what are some of the best getaways that local skiers should consider? AZSAL takes a sneak peak at some of the finest winter playgrounds.
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VAIL, COLORADO With 5,289 acres of space for skiing and other winter sports, Vail is the largest resort in the U.S. Easily reachable by three base areas, Vail has something for everyone. From exceptionally-groomed terrain for skiers of all levels to the “World Famous Back Bowls” that offer skiing and snowboarding with fantastic views, Vail doesn’t disappoint. Bringing the whole family? There’s the Kids Adventure Zone. Need a place to stay? There are seemingly countless lodging options for every budget. When the slopes close, enjoy a walk down the cobblestone streets of the welcoming town that offers a variety of dining and entertainment options year-round. www.vail.com
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Commonly referred to simply as “Breck,” the ski resort and amenities at Breckenridge are ideal for anyone from novice to pro. A quaint mountain town, Breckenridge features hundreds of lodging options in addition to seemingly endless dining and shopping choices. Itching to hit the slopes? Breck is home to four huge peaks with slopes and trails for all skill levels. Want to add in some other winter recreational options besides skiing? There are five terrain parks for that. Breck is also home to the Imperial Express, the highest chairlift in North America, according to the Breckenridge website. This season, Breck is offering a variety of ski packages and deals.
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With seven major ski resorts in one locale, Lake Tahoe is a skier’s paradise. The Ski Lake Tahoe resorts are renowned for the abundance and variety of terrain for all level of skiers/riders, the quality and quantity of snow, spectacular scenic beauty, ski experience and amenities, extensive lodging and dining options, exciting casino nightlife and headliner entertainment. When it comes to winter sports, there are hundreds of lifts that will take you up to several different slopes of varying complexity. And, because there are a plethora of different resorts and recreational options, you can plan the vacation that’s right for you — whether it’s a weekend away with friends or a family ski trip.
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Often referred to as just “Park City,” the Park City Mountain Resort has been a mainstay among winter sports enthusiasts for generations. The U.S. Ski Team trains here and it was even the spot to catch some of the 2002 Winter Olympics. Not only is this top-rated resort great for skiing, it’s also internationally known for its snowboarding terrains. In addition, it’s home to a roller coaster, zip line, complimentary mountain tours, and even professional photographers on site to catch all of the action. There are also a lot of ongoing events, so check out their website to plan the perfect weekend.
In the world of winter recreation, “Telluride” is part of the common vernacular. Home to more than 2,000 skiable acres and more than 300 inches of annual snowfall, the resort town is a haven for skiers and winter sports enthusiasts of all stripes. In addition to the 125 trails and 18 lifts, Telluride offers very accessible public transportation and a fun nightlife once the slopes close for the day. Want a challenge? The San Juan Mountains are perfect for experienced skiers. Not quite ready? The resorts also offer well-kept trails. There are resort packages available for every budget, plus ongoing events from now through early April.
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• Skiing first became a sport in the early nineteenth century but had been used for traveling and other recreational purposes around the world for centuries.
Dubbed “Arizona’s premier ski destination,” Sunrise is located at the scenic White Mountains. With 65 runs spread out between three mountains, Sunrise is great for skiing, snowboarding, sledding, tubing, and more. If you’re looking to stay overnight, the Sunrise Park Lodge is a great choice, and there are plenty of lodging options in the White Mountains area as well. Prefer cross country skiing or snow shoeing? There are more than 13 miles of groomed trails perfect for those sports, too.
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• The 2014 Winter Olympics will be hosted in Sochi in the Russian Federation. • There are many different types of skiing, including alpine, cross country, biathlon and freestyle. • According to the National Ski Areas Association, skiing and snowboarding “enjoy an excellent safety record,” especially when compared to “high-energy participation sports.” • The average skier goes down a mountain at between 10 to 20 miles an hour.
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Now this is something completely radical for the slopes … the Fohawx transforms any ordinary safety helmet into a fashion statement with attitude. Whether snowboarding, skiing, skateboarding or bike riding, kids should always wear a helmet; but with Fohawx, they’ll WANT to wear it. Fohawx comes in three funky styles — Wavz, Punkrox and Dredlox — and great color combos for boys and girls. $19.99; www.fohawx.com
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Rugged good looks, a plush Sherpa-fleece lining, and a coated cotton-twill shell make this ranch vest the ideal layer when additional warmth is needed. Trimmed with genuine leather, it features a metal zip with a snapfront closure, two convenient hand-warmer pockets, and two lower pockets with snap-flap closures. $129; www.orvis.com
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With a bloodline drawn from professional big mountain skiers, the Grindel jacket from Spyder stands up to the elements thanks to a highly waterproof and breathable laminate and reinforced shell fabric on the shoulders and hood. Features a twoway, center-front zipper, underarm ventilation system, fixed hood with adjustable opening, and adjustable Velcro cuffs with gussets. $250; www.spyder.com
PeekaBoos Ponytail Hat
Tired of stuffing that ponytail under a winter beanie? The ingenious PeekaBoos Ponytail Hat has a hidden ponytail opening to accommodate any hairstyle — long hair, short hair, curly hair or straight hair. Provides comfort and warmth with its breakthrough, patent-pending design. It's the must-have winter accessory that fits any style. $36.95 www.ponytailhats.com
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Swimming in the wake of Michael Phelps is no easy task, but this gold-medalwinning swimmer and Tucson resident is making a name for himself By Curt Blakeney
WHILE ALL EYES WERE ON SWIMMING’S GOLDEN BOY Michael Phelps, Tucson resident Matt Grevers quietly won three medals at the 2012 London Olympics, including setting an Olympic record in the 100-meter backstroke to win gold, while also winning gold in the 4 x 100-meter medley relay and a silver in the 4 x 100-meter freestyle relay. Grevers is on his way to becoming America’s next big thing. Grevers is a six-time Olympic medalist in swimming and during the 2012 Olympics clocked the second best time in the history of the backstroke. So how does Matt stay in shape and train to compete with the world’s best? Let’s find out.
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ATT GREVERS AZSAL: What sort of exercises/workouts do you do “outside” the pool? Grevers: I mostly do strength training and anaerobic endurance training. AZSAL: What is your favorite exercise? And least favorite exercise? Grevers: My favorite is swimming. My least favorite is running. I'm pretty sure my body is not built to run. AZSAL: How important is proper diet during your training? Grevers: It’s important to look at swimming with different mindsets. I love experimenting to determine what will make me better overall. Part of this includes eating healthy — I’ve learned to stick to healthy snacks like Chobani Greek yogurt. It’s the little things like avoiding soda and junk food — and just eating my Chobani. Mindful eating choices not only helps my training, but makes me feel better.
and set goals accordingly. If you just want to have fun and meet friends, then allow that to happen. If you’re trying to stay fit, you chose the right sport. Make sure that you are eating healthy too. If you’re wanting to be the best in the world, you need to understand that it will require tremendous sacrifices to get there. AZSAL: Michael Phelps is considered the poster boy for U.S. swimming. What impact did he have on your career? Grevers: Michael brought a lot of awareness to our sport. Swimming became cool and the number of participants went way up. That's great news for our youth to be more active. It also means it becomes easier to earn a living in swimming. AZSAL: What was it like winning your first gold? Grevers: It was one of the greatest moments of my life. All the sacrifices I made, all the training I've done, was worth it. I could finally call myself the best in the world in something. AZSAL: Did the last gold medal feel as rewarding as the first? Grevers: It was not as rewarding but it was certainly more fun and as memorable. To have the same medal and Michael Phelps’ last gold is something I'll tell my grandkids about.
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BARBEQUE 101 CELEBRITY CHEF Ted Reader has developed a list of tips for good backyard barbecue party etiquette that if followed will help you get invited back to the next party. “When it comes to attending someone else’s barbecue party or hosting your own backyard bash, there are a few rules of etiquette that you should use as guidelines,” said Reader. “Take it from me, I host a number of barbecue fests and I’ve learned a bit about the rights and wrongs. Most of these tips are pretty straightforward, but there’s always that one guy who just doesn’t know. My advice is to follow these tips and not be that guy.” When you’re a guest at a BBQ party: • Don’t touch the grill: This is the domain of the host and/or hostess, and moving in on their BBQ turf is the biggest faux pas that you can make. As a guest, you can watch but never touch. Asking questions, though, is completely acceptable. • Bring something: A bottle of wine or some beer; or, if you feel up to it, even a side dish you’ve made. But make sure there is enough to go around. Even a jar of your favorite barbecue sauce is a great gift. • Be respectful: Your hosts have enough stress throwing a party; they don’t need any added aggravation. Never tell the person working the grill how to do it, or that what he or she is doing is wrong. Mind your manners and only offer suggestions when asked.
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3 Weber Smoky Mountain Cooker Every good barbeque enthusiast knows the secret to the moistest, juiciest meats is to smoke them low and slow. The Smoky Mountain Cooker from Weber features two nickel-plated 18.5-inch cooking grates, good for everything from ribs and chicken to a full-size turkey. This smoker makes it easy to enjoy authentic smokehouse flavor at home. $299; www.weber.com ▲
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When you’re hosting the BBQ party: • Make sure your grill is clean. A clean grill is a healthy grill, and it makes you look professional. • If you’re using propane as your fuel source, make sure you have a full tank and a backup just in case. There is nothing worse than running out of fuel while you’re in the middle of cooking. The same goes for charcoal. Make sure that you have enough. • Invest in proper utensils. This simple tip makes you look like a pro. Rusted or dirty gear, however, does the exact opposite. • Prepare recipes that you are comfortable and familiar with. Test recipes on your family (they will forgive you), not your guests. • Create a theme for your BBQ party: a birthday, Father’s Day, Fourth of July or any other celebration. A theme will make it easier to plan a menu and get yourself organized. • Have a vegetarian option. Meat is the mainstay of the barbecue, but not all of your guests may eat it, so provide a secondary option. Grilled Portobello mushroom caps topped with assorted grilled vegetables and some cheese is a great vegetarian choice. • Don’t feel obligated to invite your neighbors. Not all parties require their presence. • Provide taxi rides for those who have a little too much fun.
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true, East-meets-West show that intertwines elements of the natural world, athleticism, artistry and other-worldly music. We were thrilled to see that there was a new line-up of acts for Dralion, making it nearly an entirely fresh show. At the center of the Dralion universe were the recurring characters, Azala (Air), Gaya (Earth), Oceane (Water), Yao (Fire) and Little Buddha. Each performer worked together and separately to introduce each individual act either through dance or performance while interacting with other artists onstage. New to Dralion was a massive vertical set piece that looked like a futuristic, mesh-metal grid. Performers could climb, bounce, crawl and maneuver around like spiders in a web, where they seemingly defied the laws of gravity. Several times during the show, that set piece was utilized to introduce characters and serve as a major set piece for the trampoline performance. The first act was a singular performer, ‘Kala’ who did acrobatic movements in a “crossed wheel”. Two metal pieces formed a sphere and Kala performed non-stop, vertically and horizontally both in and out ▲
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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRODUCTIONS CONTINUE TO WOW audiences all over the world with 22 distinct shows presented in a variety of venues around the globe. Dralion was recently presented at US Airways Center, representing the second time the stellar show has been to Phoenix in the last several years. The show did not disappoint and included a new set of acrobatic, athletic and circus-themed acts, the trademarks of Cirque Du Soleil shows. Dralion (whose name is a mystical and mischievous dragon-lion hybrid animal) is a
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of the apparatus doing moves that represented time and the ongoing circle of life. Next was a set of performers who juggled and danced while keeping their pagoda-style poles moving in perfect unison. The routine was done with dizzying perfection and thematically was right in line with the Asian-inspired show. In what many have come to know as one of the common threads between Cirque Du Soleil shows, the clowns were their own act. The Dralion clowns were the same performers as the previous Dralion show in Phoenix, but continued to amuse and impress each time they took the stage. In a series of amusing routines, one particular Cirque audience member was chosen to join the clowns onstage. Once there, they had a field day with him. He was pick-pocketed, lost his shirt and lo-and-behold, it was revealed that the befuddled audience member was a member of the Cirque du Soleil show. In some other acts that have become Cirque du Soleil staples, a hoop artist flew through the air at dizzying height while performing breathtaking acrobatic moves and a contortionist defied natural law as she made a human pretzel out of herself. In another act, the Dralions emerged and terrorized the clowns and finally showed their prowess with an impressive display of
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• Since its debut in 1999 in Montreal, Canada, Dralion has been seen by more than seven million people worldwide. • Materials used in creating Dralion’s vibrant costumes include metal, crystals, bubble wrap, horse hair, window screen, bugs, Styrofoam, springs, emu feathers and a wide array of hardware items. • When it was first founded in 1984, Cirque du Soleil was comprised of 20 street performers. Now, the company has 5,000 employees, including 1,300 artists from 50 different countries. • There are more than 100 different occupations within Cirque du Soleil.
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devices all over the stage in perfect unison. Many in the United States may not be familiar with the fun Asian toy and it was an eye-popping performance. One of the most artistic and breath-taking segments was the aerial sequence in which a male and female performer fly over the main stage with nothing more than a few pieces of vibrant blue “silks” which dangled from the highest set pieces. In a stunning display, the duo performed solo and together in what was an outstanding performance that showcased everything for which Cirque du Soleil has become famous; artistry, athleticism, costuming, music and innovative interpretation of circus-style performance. Other Dralion acts included a large set of performers who did “skipping”. As presented, it was almost like an Asian street team who did acrobatics and tricks through a dizzying array of swirling jump ropes. In another act, a series of small round hoops were assembled and disassembled on the center stage as athletes dove and tumbled through a space that certainly looked far too small to accommodate their body. The band and live singers performed thematic music and songs in a variety of styles that reminisced of the flavors of Asia, Africa, America and even Scotland. Once again, in Dralion, Cirque du Soleil has taken themes from every corner of the globe and blended them seamlessly to present a masterpiece of performance art to an awe-inspired crowd. ▲
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The Aerial Hoop, a beautiful, yet death-defying act. Picture credit: Camirand Costume credit: François Barbeau
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Quintero Golf Club Goes Public The once exclusively-private desert masterpiece is a must-play on the Arizona golf circuit
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THE TERM “BEST-KEPT SECRET” is often overused in describing the best of the best when it comes to golf courses, but in the case of Quintero Golf Club in Peoria, that phrase fits the bill exactly. Once a high-end private golf club (built in 2000), the new owners of Quintero opened up this desert masterpiece to the public in November of 2011. Since then, locals and out-of-towners have been coming out to the course in droves, and if you have seen some of the stunning aerial photography on Quintero’s website, you will understand why. Quintero sits in the spectacular high Sonoran Desert within the Hieroglyphic Mountains just west of Phoenix and can be considered a hidden gem off the beaten path. It literally is tucked away from the road just west of Lake Pleasant on Carefree Highway and nestled within the Arizona desert landscape, offering world-class golf surrounded by awe-inspiring views. “The reaction we received when we went public was immediate; people couldn’t get out here fast enough,” said Tom Wilcox, PGA Master Professional and General Manager at Quintero Golf Club. “People kept telling us how excited they were to finally get a chance to play the course and that it exceeded their
lofty expectations. Feedback like that was great to hear as we made the transition.” While Quintero hadn’t been recognized much by the general public during its private days, golf critics have given the course rave reviews since its inception. The course has been ranked on Golfweek’s Top-100 Modern Courses list for nine straight years, while Golf Digest has listed Quintero in its “Best in Arizona” every year since 2003. The course sits at elevations between 1,986 and 2,670 feet and is surrounded by federal lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management, creating a feeling of seclusion and privacy while offering unparalleled views of the Sonoran Desert. Yet Quintero is only 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport, and 35 minutes from golf-crazy Scottsdale, so while it has the feel of seclusion, it remains easily accessible from all areas of the Valley. The 18-hole layout, named the Founders Course, was designed by acclaimed golf course architect Rees Jones and plays to 7,208 yards from the championship tees. The layout is challenging but fair from the tips, and with up to 11 sets of tee combinations, the course can be enjoyed by golfers of all skill levels, with the forward tees measuring 5,043 yards.
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• Golfweek just named Quintero #37 in the country for 2012 under their Top Residential Golf Courses. • Named Top 100 Modern Golf Courses in America 9 consecutive years by Golfweek. • Measuring 7,208 yards from the championship tees and playing to a par 72, the Rees Jones course is certain to test any golfer.
ward, with initiation fees increasing as the membership starts to grow. For the time being, it’s open to everyone, making Quintero Golf Club one of the top must-plays in the state. ▲
is definitely music to a golf lover’s ears. While the club is open to the public, there are attractive membership programs that are available and will no doubt be highly valued as the club continues to move for-
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Quintero features a number of exceptional golf holes, but its signature holes are hands down the dramatic par-3s. These remarkable holes feature elevated tee boxes that present vertical drops of 60 to 110 feet on three of the four holes, and allow for some of the most impressive views on the golf course. “By far the Par-3s are the most recognizable and the most talked about on the golf course, and they really have a lot of wow factor,” said Wilcox. “There are some courses in the Valley that may have a signature elevated par-3, but the fact that we have three at Quintero is quite unique to the area and something you would think could only be found in the northern parts of the state.” Preliminary plans for a new clubhouse are currently in the works, and in the meantime, Quintero still houses a fully-stocked pro shop and grille with both indoor and outdoor dining areas, plus a larger banquet-type facility that hosts larger tournaments, corporate outings and even weddings. For most golf purists, however, those features are secondary, and Quintero’s focus on exceptional golf
• One of the most acclaimed designers in golf, Rees Jones’ portfolio of golf courses has hosted seven U.S. Opens, seven PGA Championships, four Ryder Cups, two Walker Cups and one Presidents Cup.
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Sunice Albany Jacket
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The Albany jacket is a new style from the 2013 Sunice Hurricane Collection, and is 25% lighter with 25% more stretch than other jackets in its category. The Albany jacket utilizes Gore-Tex, a high performance fabric that provides comfort and protection for intense climates and weather conditions. $400; www.sunice.com
adidas Samba Golf Stand Bag
The newest bag from adidas Golf is light (only 4.4 pounds), fast and convenient. Features a seven-opening top with full length dividers and anti-fatigue strap system with increased padding for comfort. Keep all your gear organized with six pockets including water bottle sleeve and a velour-lined valuables pocket. $139.99; www.adidasGolf.com
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Nike Lunar Control
The new Lunar Control golf shoe features a full-length Lunarlon cushioning system, providing lightweight comfort, optimal ground-feel and all-day support throughout the entire shoe. A Nike Power Platform stabilizes the foot to offer better balance, smoother weight transfer and more power through impact. $159; www.nikegolf.com
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Antigua Montage Shirt
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Montage, a jacquard tonal abstract geometric polo, brings together a perfect combination of performance function with fashion styling. This polo features Desert Dry Xtra-Lite D2XL moisture management technology offered in a variety of solid tonal brights. $65; www.antigua.com
Adams Golf Speedline Super S Driver
The revolutionary Speedline SUPER S driver features a new design in adjustability. Golfers won’t have to stress about what loft of driver to purchase anymore. Super S drivers are adjustable from 9.5 degrees to 11.5 degrees of loft. This two degree range allows one driver to satisfy the needs of many golfers, and adapt to the changes of their game over time. $299; www.adamsgolf.com
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Back on the Trail Country superstar Wynonna Judd recounts her personal experience with the Anasazi Foundation at its scholarship gala
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WYNONNA JUDD WAS AT DOUBLETREE HILTON GILBERT HOTEL recently to play a concert for the Anasazi Foundation. It was a personal evening for the superstar as she has had her own experience with the Anasazi Foundation. The Mesa-based organization offers troubled teens and their parents a comprehensive program to help get youths back on track and re-integrated with their families. Those affected by substance abuse, harmful behaviors, depression or other issues are taken out into nature to become a band of “walkers.” During the 42day trail trek, teens connect with nature, gain outdoor skills, learn to take responsibility for past choices and gain new respect for their surroundings and families. Founders Ezekiel Sanchez and Larry Dean Olsen have developed a non-aggressive, supportive program that seeks to set walkers on a new path aimed at peace, productivity and reuniting with family. The Anasazi Trail is not a boot camp. “It honors Native American wisdom,” stated Ezekiel Sanchez of the program. “We won’t take a child unless the family gets involved,” he said, and many of his own family members are involved in the organization. Some of the things that are mastered or encountered while walkers are on the
Anasazi Trail include hiking, making fire from sticks, finding peace while sleeping under the stars, cooking for themselves and having their own unique “awakening” tailored to teach them about themselves, the earth and the environment. Even once walkers have left the program, the staff at Anasazi continues to keep in touch through calls, emails and letters. The Anasazi experience is one that serves as a way to get teens back on track and to give them life-changing skills that will continue to have a foundation of positive strength at any stage in their lives. During the course of the fundraising event, several graduates who have gone through the Anasazi program were honored for their continuing education and some for their budding business ventures. Homebuilder and philanthropist Tom Lewis, and his wife Jan, were honored at the gala with the “Turn for Peace” Award. A very lavish silent auction helped to raise money for families that need Anasazi’s help but cannot afford the fees (remember, this is a 42-day long program). Silent auction items included trips, jewelry, signed sports memorabilia and even a piano. The Anasazi Foundation wants to assist all those families that come to it for help and this annual fundraising event helps to
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• Anasazi Foundation is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Office of Behavioral Health (as a Level II behavioral healthcare providerresidential) and is accredited nationally by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. • One of the core beliefs of Anasazi is that they believe in honoring parents, the family faith, tradition and culture while helping young walkers do the same.
• Wynonna’s band is called “The Big Noise.”
ensure that troubled teens will be helped. “This year we gave out about $300,000 in scholarships,” stated Sanchez. One family that knows first-hand of the Anasazi Foundation’s success is that of country superstar and five-time Grammy winner, Wynonna Judd. She hit the stage at the Anasazi Foundation Scholarship Gala for a very intimate acoustic set with her band.
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and seven-time NFL All Pro kicker Nick Lowery. “I’m going to start off with all the attitude and then I’ll give you the love and tenderness,” Wynonna purred as she took the stage. Unlike the sold-out arenas that she has so frequently played, this audience sat quietly and marveled at the vocal prowess of a woman who has persevered through her own struggles and is a role model to so many young woman trying to make it in the music business. Wynonna went from growling lioness to spiritual ingénue while performing hits including “No One Else on Earth,” “What It Takes,” “Love Can Build a Bridge” and gorgeous renditions of Eric Clapton’s “Change the World,” and Foreigner’s “I Want to Know What Love Is” among other hits. In a very emotional moment, Wynonna explained the touch-and-go situation that occurred back in August 2012 when her husband (and drummer in her band), Cactus Moser, had a motorcycle accident and subsequently had to have his leg amputated. It was clear that her faith, family and personal strength helped her, her husband and their family.
Wynonna took the time to explain her personal experience with Anasazi. “Thanks to Ezekiel, he has helped our family,” Wynonna said. Her daughter Grace went through the Anasazi program a few years ago and they have remained close to Ezekiel Sanchez, his family and Anasazi ever since. When Wynonna returned to Anasazi for Grace, she accompanied her on the walking trail and was able to reconnect in a downto-earth way. She came out and stayed with Grace for three days, living on the trail. Wynonna even awoke one morning with a spider on her face, “This is not what divas do,” Wynonna amusingly recounted. But she had her daughter back. “We had face-to-face (time) for three days. She was as close to the ground as I’d ever seen her. She was one of these entitled and very strong-willed girls. Next thing, she was family and singing like a bird,” Wynonna said. To learn more about the dynamic people, success stories and programs of the Anasazi Foundation, visit www.Anasazi.org.
Anasazi Foundation's Annual Scholarship Gala. Photo Courtesy of David Carrington
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• By the time she was 18 years old, Wynonna Judd was already opening for country music legends such as Johnny Cash, Tammy Wynette and Dolly Parton.
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• Anasazi Foundation founders, Ezekiel Sanchez and Larry Olsen, made the discovery that young people made deeper and more lasting changes in the care of those who were not trying to change them, but just simply love them.
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Charming Coastal Getaway L'Auberge Del Mar offers a relaxing and luxurious beachside retreat in San Diego County
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The moment you step inside the breezy lobby, you realize you’re in for a memorable and luxurious Southern California escape.
L'AUBERGE DEL MAR IS LOCATED IN THE HEART of San Diego’s most charming and picturesque coastal village — Del Mar. This quaint hotel evokes a charming beachy ambience with a sophisticated flair. The moment you step inside the breezy lobby, you realize you’re in for a memorable and luxurious Southern California escape. Ranked among the best luxury resorts in the country by Condé Nast, L'Auberge Del Mar brings together panoramic coastal views, casual elegance and personalized service to create an outstanding venue for a family getaway, romantic escape or weekend retreat.
Lodging: With interiors created by acclaimed designer Barclay Butera, the historic seaside resort offers 120 guest rooms, eight of them suites, all providing village, garden and ocean vistas. Each room has been given a fresh new look, with plush accommodations that are warm and inviting with a beach house vibe. All rooms have marble bathrooms and outdoor areas, and many have ocean views. Beds come with pillow top mattresses, Egyptian cotton linens, triple sheeting, and premium bedding. Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and mini-bars are offered. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, phones, designer toiletries and bathrobes. In addition to complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access, guestrooms offer cordless phones, iPod docking stations and CD players. Forty-two inch LCD televisions have video game consoles, complimentary TV Internet access and pay-per-view movies. Dining: L'Auberge’s signature restaurant is Kitchen 1540, which boasts outstanding energy and a lively atmosphere. At the helm of Kitchen 1540 is Executive Chef Scott Thomas Dolbee, whose cooking style centers on continually striving for excellence with playful, whimsical, cutting-edge cuisine. For Dolbee, a day in the kitchen is all about
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Mar Plaza, a complex of boutiques, art galleries and restaurants. The clean and peaceful Del Mar Beach provides a wonderful playground for kids, surfers and water lovers alike. Just off the lobby, the Waterfall Terrace, featuring a 12-seat bar and fire pits, offers breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean, so you can soak in dramatic sunsets and salty sea air. A gorgeous pool with private cabanas and a whirlpool spa overlooks the Pacific. Two championship tennis courts and nearby golf courses are available as well. Outside the property, guests can explore popular sites such as the Del Mar Race Track (one of the best places to enjoy Thoroughbred racing in the United States) and Scripps
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exploring the possibilities of flavor combinations and cooking techniques — and having fun with entrées. Kitchen 1540 is open daily and serves contemporary American cuisine. Menus change seasonally, focusing on fresh, organic produce, freerange meats and seafood specialties. White, vaulted ceilings, a romantic fireplace, an open kitchen and a sophisticated wine bar enhance the charm of Kitchen 1540. Other dining establishments include the Waterfall Terrace and the poolside Bleu Bar, which feature a fusion of Californian- and Mediterranean-inspired fare. Recreational Activities: L'Auberge Del Mar is ideally located just off Del Mar Beach and mere steps from the sun-splashed Del
Institute of Oceanography; while Downtown San Diego is only 20 minutes away. Spa: The opulent Spa L'Auberge's interiors are inspired by its seaside setting. There are 10 treatment rooms, steam rooms, a wine bar and indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, including enclosed patios, where spa-goers can soak up the sun and sea breezes. The couple's treatment suite is appointed with a secluded garden, a day bed and a soaking tub. The spa's menu features traditional and signature services designed to capitalize on the restorative properties of the water and unique plant extracts, such as Indonesian ginger, red coral and jasmine. Marine-inspired treatments, such as the signature Seaside Sojourns, introduce body rituals, techniques and ingredients from the Amazon, Asian, Moroccan and Polynesian shores; offerings also include massages, facials, nail care treatments and salon services.
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Follow the Groove as You Move Music can elevate your workout to the next level
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“A good beat can carry you through a heavy climb or motivate you to pick up the pace for sprint intervals.”
It was while living in California that Larson got the idea to open the first Rhythm Cycle studio to combine the powerful workout of indoor cycling with a motivating playlist. “It is learning how to put together a well-choreographed playlist that is essential to being a successful Rhythm Ride instructor,” says Larson. RhythmCycle is not your traditional SPIN studio. RhythmCycle is all about extreme riding (cycling) to the rhythm and beats of the music. The RhythmRide method was developed to maximize calorie burn (700 to 1,200 calories per hour), get in great cardio shape and have a blast working out to motivating music. A onehour ride is equivalent to 25 road miles. Larson took the traditional trendy spin method, combined it with California’s “drop saddle” method and created the ultimate x-cycle experience. Preparing a motivating playlist requires significant advance planning on the part of her instructors. She says the more thorough the preparation, the better the results. ▲
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WHEN LISA LARSON MAKES A LIST, it is not a “to-do” list with chores or a grocery list with bread and milk. The list she just finished starts with Bob Marley and The Wailers’ “Lively up Yourself” and it ends with Obadiah Parker’s “Hey Ya.” “I’ve been a sports and music junkie my whole life,” explains Larson, the owner of RhythmCycle Spin Studio in Scottsdale (www.RhythmCycle.com). Combining her expertise as a top-tier fitness instructor and her acumen honed from working for superstar American composer Danny Elfman, Lisa’s lists are workout playlists. They are the magical ingredient that guides exercise intensity for indoor cyclists at her Rhythm Cycle studios. “Riding to the beat of the music is key to our riders for weight loss and overall conditioning success,” she says. “A good beat can carry you through a heavy climb or motivate you to pick up the pace for sprint intervals.” Known as the lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Oingo Boingo, and later for prolifically scoring music for television and film, Elfman created “The Simpsons” title theme as well as the “Batman” and “Spiderman” movie themes and scores for numerous films done by his long-time friend Tim Burton. “One of my duties while working for Danny included organizing his iTunes music library,” Larson says. “ He has a huge and diverse library of music.”
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Larson’s Playlist for a Killer Workout
LISA LARSON OF RHYTHMCYCLE SPIN STUDIO IN SCOTTSDALE.
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• A well-rounded playlist should include songs appropriate for all phases of your workout: happy warm-up, workout, cool-down and post-workout. • Individual music choices will vary, but every playlist should still include upbeat, cheerful songs. • Beyond that, a playlist can focus on a specific era, a specific musical style (rock, jazz, soul, etc.) or a specific length of song (all short or all long.) Conversely, you can always put together an eclectic mix. Just remember that variety is the spice of life, so don’t be afraid to change up your formulas as well as your music style.
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Tips for creating your own playlist:
• Bob Marley and The Wailers “Lively Up Yourself” • Calvin Harris “Let’s Go” • New Radicals “You Get What You Give” • R Kelley “Happy People” • One Direction “Live While We’re Young” • Cassadee Pope “Are You Happy Now” • Bruno Mars “Locked Out of Heaven” • Gary Clark Jr. “Ain’t No Messing Around” • Selected of God Choir “Lose Yourself” • Macklemore & Ryan Lewis “Thrift Shop” • Pitbull “Don’t Stop the Party” • Tones On Tail “Go!” (Club Mix) • Prometheus “ Triplets” • Spike “Need You Tonight” (Electro Remix) • Nina Simone “Sinnerman” (Felix Da Housecat’s Heavenly House Mix) • DJ Mangoo “Eurodancer” • Obadiah Parker “Hey Ya”
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Want to get in shape for the New Year? Choose one of these DVDs from Acacia (www.AcaciaLifestyle.com).
The second fitness DVD from Canyon Ranch: Yoga for Strength & Energy features two 20-minute yoga workouts to improve your flexibility, lengthen your physique, and invigorate your body; plus a recipe booklet and three bonus segments sharing diet and wellness secrets from the upscale retreat’s experts. $16.99
Ultimate Kettlebell Workout for Beginners offers a powerful, dynamic and efficient total-body workout. Instructor Paul Katami provides three 25-minute workouts, including a step-by-step tutorial with safety tips. Discover kettlebells’ incredible strength-building and calorie-burning benefits. $16.99
SparkPeople: Total Body Sculpting features an all-in-one slimming and toning workout designed for exercisers of all fitness levels. Coach Nicole created and leads three heart-pumping interval training workouts. The DVD also includes an interactive workout calendar, recipes, must-do moves for a better butt, and sneaky leg toners. $16.99
Shiva Rea: Core Yoga features the “no crunches” way to flat abs. This DVD features seven mix-and-match yoga practices from the top female yoga teacher in the country. Select segments from three complete programs for a customized practice each time, focusing on the core, upper body, and lower body. $16.99
Get stretched and sculpted with Bethenny Frankel in Bethenny’s Skinnygirl Yoga Workout Collection, two full-length vinyasa and power yoga workouts. Frankel is a best-selling author and talk-show host who believes in realistic, sustainable fitness plans. Her yoga practices will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed and toned. $24.99
Kristi Yamaguchi: Power Workout is the first DVD workout from America's beloved Olympic gold medalist and Dancing with the Stars champion. With three fast and effective circuit workouts, Kristi and trainer Erin O'Brien have developed an efficient workout to blast fat and give you a lean, sculpted figure. $16.99
Xtend Barre: Lean & Chiseled with Andrea Rogers combines the grace and flexibility of dance with the strength and sculpting of Pilates. Incorporating both toning and cardio elements, this unique Barre workout lengthens and strengthens your entire body in an exciting new way. You'll burn calories, build lean muscle and feel terrific. $16.99
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As the co-host of the Emmy Award-winning series The Doctors and a practicing physician, Dr. Lisa knows the importance of staying healthy and fitting exercise into a busy schedule. Her workout, Yoga Blast, was created for women and features three efficient total-body yoga workouts with blasts of strength and cardio. $16.99
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Carb Cycling Made Easy Carbs aren’t always bad. Build muscle and get ripped using this simple diet strategy. ▲ ▲
LOW CARBOHYDRATE DIETS ARE GREAT FOR FITNESS ENTHUSIASTS, that want to lose bodyweight. However, if you want a lean, muscular body AND you are serious about your performance, you should start eating like an athlete. Elite level athletes consume anywhere from 30% to 60% of their total daily calories from carbohydrate sources, yet most of them display high levels of muscularity with low levels of body fat year round. This is possible because elite athletes train more often and typically at higher intensities than your average fitness enthusiast. Their frequent, high volume, intense training schedule creates a huge metabolic demand. This demand is what allows them to eat more carbs before lunch than you do in a week. So the million dollar question: How can someone who isn’t an elite athlete incorporate carbs into their diet to achieve improved performance, recovery, and ultimately a lean muscular physique? The answer is Carb Cycling. Carb Cycling is a nutritional strategy that focuses on adjusting your daily carbohydrate intake based on your activity level and body composition goals. A Carb Cycling diet can be designed to support and achieve any fitness goal including weight loss, weight gain, decreased body fat, increased muscle mass, enhanced strength and improved endurance.
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CARB SCIENCE Carbohydrates’ key metabolic role is to supply the body with an immediate energy source during bouts of moderate to intense exercise. The body can efficiently metabolize carbohydrates to the usable form of energy: glucose. Carb consumption influences certain hormonal responses in the body, and if utilized correctly can promote lean muscle growth, support the body’s ability to burn fat, and enhance repairing of damaged muscle tissue. The key hormone responsible for these benefits is insulin. The pancreas produces insulin to manage and balance the blood glucose levels in our body. Insulin works by promoting glucose (free energy) uptake to the cells in our bodies for storage as glycogen (stored energy). Insulin also promotes a favorable environment for protein synthesis (muscle repair) to occur. Carbs are the most efficient macronutrient to be metabolized into glucose, thus creating the most rapid elevation in blood glucose and insulin. Carbs are rated and categorized by the insulin response they produce in our bodies in what is known as the Glycemic Index. Carbs that have a high glycemic ranking cause a rapid elevation in insulin production, while carbs with a low ranking produce a gradual elevation in insulin production. The majority of your carb intake should come from low glycemic foods causing a stable level of insulin production throughout the day. Consuming
high glycemic foods is favorable only before and after intense physical activity, to aid in maintaining energy levels for training and to promote recovery. Before you go on a carb bender, you should know that there is an ugly side to insulin. Over-consuming carbs, especially simple high glycemic foods, will lead to sharp spikes and valleys in insulin levels. Over time your body will become resistant to insulin and cause your pancreas to increase production, leaving a lot of unbound insulin circulating through the body. This can lead to increased cortisol levels, increased fat storage, depression, Type II diabetes, and a slew of other nasty health problems. So while insulin can be very beneficial in aiding you on your quest to a lean healthy body, it must be managed and controlled to avoid any negative health effects. PROGRAM DESIGN Carb Cycling is a nutritional strategy that focuses on manipulating and adjusting your daily carbohydrate intake based on your daily metabolic demand. Simply put, Carb Cycling is a diet that increases or decreases the amount of carbs you eat depending on the physical demands of your daily activities. Since carbs fuel performance and recovery, days that you incorporate moderate to intense resistance training should have your highest carbohydrate intake. These are known as “high days.” High days are utilized to enhance
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thin-skinned fruit and quinoa. High Glycemic — Breads, pasta, rice, thickskinned fruit, oats, wheat, honey, dextrose and table sugar. Protein: Lean Animal Source — Grass-fed beef, fish, eggs, chicken, turkey, elk, bison and venison. Powders — Ion exchange whey, micellar casein, egg and hydrolyzed whey. Fats: Food Source — Avocado, walnuts, macadamia nuts, almonds, natural nut butters and olives. Oils — Olive oil, coconut oil, macadamia oil, red palm oil and Omega 3 supplements are highly suggested for everyone. DAILY MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN Now that you have an idea of what to eat and the basic principles of how to structure your days, it’s time do some math and figure out your daily macronutrient breakdown. Your current lean body mass (LBW) is necessary for the following calculations. To calculate your LBW, first multiply your body weight (BW) by your body fat percentage (BF%). Now subtract that number from your body weight, and this number is your LBW.
BW - (BW x BF%) = LBW Male: HIGH DAY Carbs: 1.5-2.5 (g) x LBW Protein: 1-1.5 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.2-0.3 (g) x LBW MEDIUM DAY Carbs: 1-1.5 (g) x LBW Protein: 1-1.5 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.35-0.4 (g) x LBW LOW DAY Carbs: .5-.65 (g) LBW Protein: 1-1.5 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.45-.06 (g) x LBW Female: HIGH DAY Carbs: 1-1.25 (g) x LBW Protein: 0.75-1 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.15-0.2 (g) x LBW MEDIUM DAY Carbs: 0.5-0.85 (g) x LBW Protein: 0.75-1 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.25-0.35 (g) x LBW LOW DAY Carbs: 0.3-0.45 (g) x LBW Protein: 0.75-1 (g) x LBW Fat: 0.4-0.45 (g) x LBW (g)=grams, LBW=Lean Body Weight (lbs.)
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recovery by replenishing the body’s depleted glycogen storage and improving the repair of damaged muscle tissue. Inversely, rest days and/or days you only perform low intensity cardio should have the lowest carbohydrate consumption. These are known as “low days,” and are utilized for increasing the body’s ability to burn fat. Low to moderate resistance training sessions should have a moderate carb intake on those days. These are “medium days,” and are utilized for maintaining energy levels during your training sessions. As noted previously, the majority of your carb intake on all days should come from low glycemic food sources. High glycemic carbs should only be utilized on High and Medium days’ pre- and postworkout. Protein consumption should remain constant throughout the entire week and come from lean animal sources and quality protein powders. Fats are inversely related to carbs due to insulin’s inhibitory effect on fat metabolism and promotion of fat storage. So High days should have the lowest fat consumption, and Low days should have the highest amount of fat intake. Dietary fats should come from healthy whole food sources that contain high amounts of polyunsaturated fats and monounsaturated fats. Below you will find a list of sample foods for the individual macronutrient categories. Carbohydrates: Low Glycemic — Beans, legumes, sweet potatoes, vegetables,
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2 Sometimes you just need a cookie ... so why not eat a healthier alternative? Coyote Oaties’ gourmet oatmeal cookies are made with wholesome, natural ingredients like whole rolled oats, sweet creamery butter and cage-free eggs. www.coyoteoaties.com 3 Almonds are going nuts … literally with the Blue Diamond Nut Chips, made from brown rice and almonds. Skip the greasy potato chips and nosh on these healthy chips that go great with cheese, dips and hummus. www.bluediamond.com
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1 Fans of Kind Bars will love Kind Healthy Grains Clusters. Similar to granola, these clusters are a good source of protein and fiber … and they taste great. Our favorite: Oats & Honey Clusters with Toasted Coconut. www.kindsnacks.com
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Garrett Shinoskie is the Director of Athletic Performance at Zone Athletic Performance (www.zoneAP.com). If you have questions regarding the content of this article or general questions related to health and fitness, email Garrett at GShinoskie@ZoneAP.com.
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SUMMARY Remember that everyone will respond differently to changing his or her diet, so don’t get discouraged if you don’t see a ripped six‐pack after the first week. This article should be utilized as a reference guide to designing your own Carb Cycling template, not as a Bible on Carb Cycling. True success will evolve from your ability to apply these principles over the long haul and make a lifestyle change, not a crash diet. Now go forth on your quest of health and fitness greatness.
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Take note that once you have calculated your macronutrient ranges, only foods from their main source count towards the daily totals. For example, you wouldn’t count the 1.5 grams of fat in a serving of oatmeal toward your fat total. I suggest that everyone start with lower end of their macronutrient ranges and slowly progress to the higher ranges as you lean out and increase the intensity of your training sessions. For weight loss, I recommend 1-2 High days, 2‐3 Medium days, and 2‐3 Low days. For lean weight gain, I recommend 2‐4 High days, 2‐3 Medium days, and 0‐2 Low days.
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Hyundai Isn’t Horsing Around The 2013 Equus is the epitome of the car manufacturer’s new brand
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CHRISTMAS EVE DAY, other than being a favorite oxymoron of mine, is a great time to go out and drive. The few people out on the road are far to busy indulging the holiday sprit to be bothered by the likes of me speeding around them. It was also the time to stop into my local Hyundai dealer and tear open some of their new 2013 vehicles. I admit, I felt a little froggy dropping into San Tan Hyundai to take out one of their pups for a spin. My recollection of Hyundai was the late 90s inexpensive sub-compacts that skimped on the horsepower and were more reliable at being unreliable than anything. There are still some Tiburons out there. You remember that curvy cross
between a Toyota Celica and a Mitsubishi Eclipse that teenagers loved to mod out and rev the engines of at old ladies at stoplights. Yeah, that was my image of Hyundai. Fortunately for all of us those days are behind them. Take the Genesis coup, for instance. Hyundai threw out the fish and replaced it with this delectable devil of streamlined motor machismo. The Genesis is an eager looking competitor for Toyota’s FR-S or Dodge’s Dart any day of the week. The name alone: Genesis. It’s either an awesome throwback to the glory days of Phil Collins or you have a company telling us they are at the start of something amazing. Since those late 90s slip-ups, the South Korean company has gone on to compete and in some cases outperform their Japanese competitors. In January 2012, the Hyundai Elantra went on to earn the title of North American Car of the Year. I didn’t take out either the Genesis or the Elantra. Instead, I mounted Hyundai’s workhorse, or prize stallion. The Equus is the embodiment of Hyundai the world over. It’s big, it’s sexy, and it’s 100 percent geared towards one thing, luxury baby. It has padded leather seats with climate
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with sleek headlights that are accented by a contour running the length of the hood. A large windshield gives the driver plenty of view but doesn’t rise too high. Instead, the top of the car is slicked back to the trunk. It may be a full-size luxury coup built to compete with the Mercedes S-Class, Lexus LS, and BMW 7 Series, but this pony has some edge, which resonates in the sporty side-view mirrors and overall low profile. The wide, winding street of the San Tan Motorplex was perfect for testing the Equus’ dual-mode suspension and 429horsepower engine. “It has an air suspension as well as a sport-tuned suspension, so depending on how you like to drive the car, whether you like driving on mountains or things like that, you can change the suspension on the car,” said Young. I lost myself in the 12-way adjustable seating. The Equus is very new-rider friendly. With air coming out of the vents and up
through my seat, while the headrest wrapped around me, I felt the chair itself do a little bit of massaging. It was a nice touch, but I was ready to kick the tires and light some fires. I rode the Equus hard, making its beefy V8 do more than neigh. That steed up and roared a warm deep throaty roar around the corners of the test drive arena and onto the San Tan freeway, just about pushing the rubber hooves to the point of making noise of their own. Put it this way, if some high roller needs to make a quick getaway, this is the car to do it in. The Equus has sensors that read the lines in the road and beep if the driver is starting to drift too close, and it will give a straight-up jerk on the seat belt should the
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controlled back and bum rests, Alcantara suede lining and a state-of-the-art Lexicon 7.1 sound system. It’s hands-free device friendly, with plenty of legroom, and has some slick nineteen-inch rims. This car even has massaging seats and the option to have a mini-fridge in the back. Hyundai even went ahead and gave the Equus its own symbol — sort of a winged Pegasus deal that, if anything, makes the car look more regal. “Actually over in South Korea this is pretty much a chauffeur car,” Mike Young, my wingman on this ride and Equus Champion (he’s sold 14 of the 17 sold by the dealership this year), told me in our pre-drive walk around of the car. If there were a thoroughbred in the car world, the Equus could snag the title. Hyundai did a spot-on job of concocting a balance of superfluity with fluidity in design. The lines of the Equus are bold but concise. A broad front end looks out on the road
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• Hyundai offers a 5-year “Valet” service for Equus owners. Hyundai will pick up the car from the owner’s home, replacing it with a spare, and does all the necessary maintenance on it and then returns the Equus to the home stable. • For those of you not privy to the Latin meaning of Equus, it means horse. • The Hyundai Equus is the largest and most expensive sedan in the company's lineup. • The Equus is known as the Continental in the Middle East. • Hyundai developed an armored version of the Equus based on the limousine model, with an enlarged 5.5L version of the V8 engine. In September 2009, Hyundai delivered three bulletproof limousine versions of the Equus to the South Korea Presidential Security Service.
make the necessary corrections. I took surface streets back and reveled in near silence and complete comfort as the Equus took any imperfections in the road with grace — making me aware of them without being cumbersome, which for a car of its size, would not have surprised me if it was. It had a great turn radius and was as responsive as some of the more performance-based cars I have driven. Mike filled me in on some more of Hyundai’s moves to prominence. “Hyundai has really taken the next step up with [the Equus],” he told me. “I’ve been [with Hyundai] four years and I’ve seen some drastic changes.” Mike went on to explain that Hyundai has made some serious body changes to all of their lines — emphasizing Elantra’s recent commendations. “Its an exciting company to be a part of.” I agree with Mike Young, who I have to thank for being so accommodating and knowledgeable. Hyundai has some amazing new products. Before we left, I took a closer look at the Genesis and the very uniquely named Veloster. It’s a hatchback that blends roadster flare with a rally-inspired body. I hope I’ll be back on the lot sooner than later. A chauffer, must be nice. ▲
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driver encroach the lines at all. I had heard of this technology before and was dying to test it out. So, why not try it for the first time in my life on the freeway? Like I said, this day was a good day to drive. I simply pressed a button on the side of the finely finished steering wheel and it was eyes on. I let the car slide just a bit from center and I got a beep and a digital display flashed a line to the left where I was veering. I didn’t correct it, and in return heard a more aggressive beep. Just over the speed limit, I crossed the line and the car literally tugged me up straight, and in response I immediately corrected my line. It was gnarly. Still on the freeway I had to try the “smart” cruise control. Yes, you read that correctly. The Equus has the closest thing to auto pilot I have experienced outside of a plane. Using laser guidance the Equus’ cruise control can mark the car in front of it and, if necessary, compromise for any decrease in speed. “You can set your distance between the next driver up in front. In case they slam on the brakes, this car will slow down automatically,” Young explained. We spend the next couple miles sneaking in and out of lanes catching up to cars, marking them with the cruise control, and letting the cruise control
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As the seasons change, the weather can put a damper on our skin. The important thing to do is to find out what method works best for your skin type and do your research.
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than a just-pinched cheek and a rosy flush to the skin. For the majority of people, cold winter air brings chapped lips, dry hands, patchy skin and cracked feet. The need to switch out your summer skincare products for the wintertime is important for a smooth hot-to-cold weather transition. Here are a few winter skincare tips you can use to relieve dry skin during the cooler months. Use a heavier moisturizer. Typically in the winter you will need to use a heavier moisturizer to hydrate your skin. Choosing either a water-based or oil-based moisturizer will depend on your own skin type: oily, dry or combination. If your skin is prone to oil, use a water-based moisturizer to reduce excess shine. If your skin type falls into the “dry” category, use an oil-based moisturizer to hydrate and replenish your skin. Those with combination skin should look for products designed specifically for combination skin, or can create a mixture of two products. Those with dry skin can also apply a serum underneath their moisturizer, such as hyaluronic acid or a peptide, to add an extra layer of hydration. No matter what type of moisturizer you use, make sure it contains sunscreen that provides both UVA and UVB protection. This is essential even in
snow glare can cause skin damage when not protected. Use non-comedogenic products. Winter air causes the skin to become dry and flaky, which, in turn, can clog pores. To further avoid clogging pores, opt for noncomedogenic (non-clogging) beauty products. Non-comedogenic products are a great option for those with acne-prone, sensitive skin, as they help fight against winter acne and won’t clog pores. As a general rule of thumb, make it a habit to be ingredientsavvy and do your research to avoid products that contain harsh chemicals. Avoid overly hot water. It may be difficult to steer clear of hot baths and blazing showers during the cooler months, but the excessive heat actually soaks up moisture and results in drier skin. Keep water at a lukewarm temperature when taking a bath and apply a chemical-free moisturizer when your body is still a bit damp. This will allow the moisturizer to better absorb into the skin. Splashing your face with cool water after cleansing can also help seal in moisture. Tame dry, cracked feet. Tight-fitting footwear, indoor heat and cold winter conditions can cause feet to become dry and cracked. Make sure you apply a thick
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To rid dry, cracked skin, boost your intake of foods that have zinc, such as crab, beans, turkey and oysters. Also include foods with Vitamin A (dark, leafy greens, carrots and pumpkin) and Vitamin E (broccoli, nuts, olives and flaxseed oil). As the seasons change, the weather can put a damper on our skin. The important thing to do is to find out what method works best for your skin type and do your
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Gearing Up Mesa’s Nicole Bungartz is making a name for herself in short course racing
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time, the duo went to Bungartz's first race. "We went and watched the Lucas Off Road Series, professionals," Bungartz said. "It was more of a spur of the moment, but my dad was like, 'Do you want to race next month?'" She took her father up on the offer. She saw what the UTV (utility terrain vehicle) was capable of achieving. She raced her Teryx in the Arizona Short Course Championship Association in the last race of its season in November 2011. She drove into first place; the rest is history. With experience under her belt, the
“My parents are very big idols for me ... I enjoy seeing how proud I make my dad and my family.”
16-year-old Mesa resident plans to make a career out of racing. But school comes first. The La Crosse, Wis., native is a junior at A.A.E.C., a college prep high school. Concurrently, she is taking core classes at Mesa Community College. When Nicole is not racing, she and her family are cruising the trails in the Phoenix area or at the "Glamis" Sand Dunes on Bureau of Land Management property in California. Besides racing, she loves her horses. She began rail riding and competing at local barrel races after buying her first horse six years ago. Although there are plenty of athletes to look up to in her division and sport, she finds inspiration another way. "My parents are very big idols for me,” Nicole said. “I enjoy seeing how proud I make my dad and my family.” ▲
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AS A 4-YEAR-OLD, NICOLE BUNGARTZ FELL IN LOVE WITH DIRT BIKES. The roar of the engine, the speed — it all appealed to the girl who wasn't even old enough to drive a car. That adoration evolved into riding quads and sand rails as she grew. "I've been on different vehicles since I was 4," she said. "I enjoy it a lot." Her innate talents quickly impressed her family. "When my dad was no longer able to keep up with me on my YFZ 450 and him on his YZ450F, he said it is time to put me in a roll cage," she writes on her website, www.raginredracing.com. Shortly thereafter, the family, which also includes mom Denise, purchased two 2009 Kawasaki Teryx bikes. Her father put long travel suspension and performance upgrades on both of them. In the mean-
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RIGHT: Styx, featuring two of the band’s original members — Tommy Shaw (far left) and James Young (center) — rocked Talking Stick Resort in late November with a set of their best tunes including “Too Much Times on My Hands,” “Grand Illusion” and “Blue Collar Man.” The crowd in the packed showroom was treated to an energetic musical show by one of the biggest bands of the late 70s and early 80s. Photo by Michael Jordan/Talking Stick Resort
BELOW: Hip-hop artist, actor and television star Xzibit unveiled his new premium tequila Bonita at the Phoenix Tequila Fest at US Airways Center in December. Distilled five times, bottled in pure crystal and wrapped in satin, Bonita Tequila is an experience of luxury for people who appreciate the finer things in life. Photo by Dave Blouch
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