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A Guide to Fitness and Wellness in 2020 START THE NEW YEAR OFF RIGHT. Learn about the latest news and trends from wellness experts in the Capital City area. Go to 225batonrouge.com/shred2020 to win the ultimate 225 fitness package with more than $1,000 in health and fitness-related services and classes.

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R U O Y E C N E I EXPER NEUBODY ASK THE EXPERT: MARIO TAGLE, FOUNDER OF NEUBODY CRYOTHERAPY

WHAT IS CRYOTHERAPY?

It’s full body rejuvenation that uses dry, cold-air therapy in a safe 3-minute spa treatment to activate the body’s organic healing process and reduce inflammation. Used for professional athlete recovery, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pain management, and everyday aches and pains.

HOW DOES CRYOTHERAPY WORK?

Extreme cold therapy triggers the brain’s central nervous system to go into survival mode. This jumpstarts the body’s natural defense mechanisms, pushing nutrient-rich blood flow from the extremities to the core.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CRYOTHERAPY? There are so many benefits of cryotherapy. The number one benefit is reducing inflammation. This is great for anyone with any type of auto-immune disease from Rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia or eczema. It’s also a huge benefit to any athlete as we have many professional athletes, collegiate athletes and high school athletes using it for a speedy recovery.

HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE NEEDED TO ACHIEVE OPTIMAL RESULTS?

Each person varies, but I recommend 6-10 sessions per month for a minimum of two months for your body to properly activate.

HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER A CRYOTHERAPY SESSION? IS THERE ANY RECOVERY TIME?

You will feel a rush of endorphins, a spike in your mood and energy levels, almost like a runners high. There is zero recovery time. You can step out of the chamber and go on about your normal day. Some even like to head straight to the gym or for a run.

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FUTURE FITNESS WELLNESS CENTER 1650 Lobdell Ave.

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Baton Rouge

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We take your health personally. At Future Fitness, this is our promise. We are passionate about your personal health and we’ve taken great strides to make that a priority in every part of our state-of-the-art center. Everyone’s physical needs are unique. At Future Fitness, our staff is dedicated to crafting a tailored training regimen just for you. We’ve worked with beginners and seasoned veterans alike, helping them set and achieve their fitness goals. Because no two clients are alike, we begin each membership with a one-on-one fitness evaluation, then we tailor a personalized training plan for your body type as well as your physical/personal needs. What you do outside the gym matters, too. That’s why we have certified nutritionists on staff to provide nutritional consulting and recommendations. Our trainers are experienced in resistance, flexibility, cardiovascular and neuromuscular training techniques which allows them to create a comprehensive training program for your body type and physical needs. We’ve been around since 1994 and have recently expanded to a brand-new facility located across from Towne Center. Ask any of our clients and they will tell you that they chose Future Fitness not just because of our state-of-the-art facilities, but because of the dedication of our staff in helping you meet your fitness goals.

Set goals and keep a positive mindset. That will push you to get that fit body you’ve always wanted.

SPECIALTY With 20-plus years of experience and certification as a personal trainer and nutritionist, owner and founder Chris Gendusa works with clients one-on-one.

PRICING No membership or contract. Prices vary. Pay per training session

HOURS Monday-Thursday: 5 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday: 5 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday: 6 a.m.-noon

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Q: WHAT IS LEELA YOGA LIFESTYLE? A: Yoga doesn’t just happen when you are on a yoga mat or in a yoga studio; it’s a lifestyle, something you can practice for the rest of your life. The benefits will show up everywhere and in everything you do. The popularity of yoga is rising due to the need to connect to ourselves and to each other. Leela’s mission is to merge mindfulness and movement therapy through a combination of classes: different levels of flow, alignment and basics, restorative, and meditation.

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Q: THAT SOUNDS AMAZING … SO WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? A: It’s a completely transformative experience. Research is catching up with what yoga has been teaching for a long time, such as benefits of weight management, stress reduction and better sleep. However, that’s just the beginning. The practice will completely change your life in ways that only participation will reveal.

Q: IS ALL OF THIS TAUGHT IN A GROUP CLASS SETTING? A: We offer group classes, private lessons, teacher training, mentorships, workshops, and free consultations to meet you where you are. Group class studies have shown the work you do on your own is great, but in a group setting you can energetically progress further. We are giving away a 10 class pass for that experience!

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ASK THE EXPERT: LIFESTYLE CHANGES TO HELP COMBAT LOW BACK PAIN The lower part of your back does almost all the heavy lifting. At some point in your life, you’re likely to experience lower back pain, even if you can’t pinpoint an injury. Knowing how to adapt your lifestyle to reduce your pain can keep you functional.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LOWER BACK PAIN?

Low back pain can have many causes, but for a lot of people it’s simple aging and wear and tear. You can end up with lower back pain due to arthritis of the spine, herniated discs or a back injury from repetitive use. Your back pain can be exacerbated by your lifestyle. Three things that can make back pain much worse include smoking, having bad posture, and being overweight or obese.

HOW DOES POSTURE AFFECT BACK PAIN?

If you work at a desk all day, your posture is the most important thing you can pay attention to. Position your monitor level with your line of sight when looking straight ahead, position your keyboard so your arm forms a right angle at the elbow, and get an ergonomic chair to help you sit straight with both feet on the floor.

DOES YOUR MATTRESS MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

A bad mattress can allow your hips to sink too far or not far enough, causing your spine to get stuck in a bad position. Try a new mattress and use a body pillow between your knees for better spine posture at night.

DO DIFFERENT FOODS MATTER?

Anti-inflammatory foods can help reduce swelling around the bones and discs in your spine, reducing pressure and pain. Fresh fruits and veggies, healthy fats, and lean proteins can help you maintain a good weight and ease back pain.

DR. KEVIN MCCARTHY

Specializes in spinal disorder treatment

At The Spine Center of Baton Rouge, we know how frustrating it can be to suffer with chronic lower back pain. Our team works with you to identify the true source of your pain and comes up with a treatment plan that is targeted to getting you painfree and fully mobile once again. BATON ROUGE • PRAIRIEVILLE • WALKER

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Hot power yoga, true Vinyasa or Flow, focuses on breath and body movement, matching movement to breath, connecting movement to breath. All the while benefiting you mentally and physically. Currently, our LSU location has state of the art heat panels and a steam system. The other two locations will be adding them soon. They are an integral piece as they aid in pain relief from sore muscles and joints, enhance flexibility, and detoxify your body throughout each practice. Our classes are a moving, flowing, breathing meditation, while also an intense aerobic musclebuilding workout. With classes that range from hot power to gentle yin and nidra, everyBODY can find a perfect pose on a mat in our studio.

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ASK THE EXPERT: PAUL KAKLIS FIT 365 Gym

Profession: Owner Fit 365 Gym, Kinesiologist, Manual Therapist, Level 3 FST Specialist Credentials: B.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, CPT Corrective Exercise, Level 3 F.S.T. specialist

A new way to stretch: Fascial Stretch Therapy in Baton Rouge, FST™ Q: What is Fascial Stretch Therapy, FST™? A: A pain-free form of therapy that helps improve mobility of nerves and muscle/ fascia flexibility. It concentrates on creating joint space by focusing on the connective tissue, joints and the central nervous system and not just the muscles and tendons, allowing for longer lasting, freer and easier movements. FST™ falls in line with training and stretching in a three-dimensional way. So many focus on the two-dimensional, but this concentrates on the different angles we move in. FST™ focuses on the fascia, the area that surrounds each muscle, connects them to each other, and also connects muscles to tendons, ligaments, and bone to form a body. The fascia connects to all of your organs and systems, too.

To learn what FST™ and Fit 365 can do for you, contact Paul Kaklis at 225-218-4656 or 225-326-8338

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Q: What can FST™ also help with? A: Reducing or eliminating pain, significantly reducing stress, help in feeling rested and refreshed, improving posture, looking healthier and feeling more confident, increasing mobility, improving training and increasing motivation.

Q: What can I expect in my FST™ sessions?

A: The first visit is the initial assessment, where we will go over the case history and find where the problem areas are. However, we are constantly assessing each person because, as people, we are constantly changing in our structure, our pain areas, and what may be causing tension. It’s the hands-on, customized approach that makes a visit at Fit 365 so unique.

Q: What else is offered by Fit 365 besides FST™?

Q: What propelled you to become

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cility, where each service offered complements one another. There’s yoga, including hot yoga, with Yoga Rouge; personal training; massage therapy, and functional equipment available. We are the first 24/7 gym to offer that. Memberships are available, but not required to use the services. So many come here to try and get away from the big gyms.

A: Many of my clients were looking to me for help in the reduction/control of their pain they were experiencing, wanting to feel stronger, have more flexibility and energy. So, I went in search of gaining more knowledge into Fascial Stretch Therapy and began receiving my certifications with extensive training. This way I could help them move better, help relieve back and joint pain and could teach them corrective exercises to help complement the FST™ therapy.

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I AM NOT A RUNNER . . . but I might wanna be. Let’s just pretend you might want to be a runner...

WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HERE? GO AHEAD AND ENTER A 5K EVENT

Even if the date is six months away - commit to it. Did you notice we said “5K event” and not “5K race”? Most of the 5Ks in town are really fun benefit-oriented events. They are more about the fun and party than about how fast you can go. It gives you a goal. It keeps you on track.

UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ARE NOT THE SLOWEST ONE OUT THERE! Well, maybe you are, but who cares? It’s surprising to a lot of beginning runners how productive walking and running can be. And for that person who is the slowest one out there - YOU ARE OUT THERE! Unlike the 99 of 100 people you probably know.

ACCEPT THAT IT AIN’T ALL THAT GREAT WHEN YOU START But it gets better. Much better. That’s what getting fit is all about: asking your body to get stronger each time you ask it to do a little more. Six weeks is the magic number. Commit to yourself for 6 weeks. If it ends up that running is not for you at least you gave it your best. But 6 weeks is usually the turning point for making a real difference in fitness.

JOIN A GROUP. OR RUN WITH A COMMITTED FRIEND There is accountability when someone is expecting you to be there. You are there for each other. When you say “Group runs are not for me,” are you saying “group runs scare me because I am afraid I am not fast enough?” If the answer is “Yes, I am intimidated” - go to a group run at least ONE day and see for yourself.

VARIETY, VARIETY, VARIETY It’s important to keep it fresh. Run different routes. Run fast and also slow. Baton Rouge has some wonderful places to walk and run. Go downtown around the Capitol. Head down the levee. Loop the lakes. Goodwood Park is a wonderful half mile, safe loop. Vary the paces. Run fast from light pole to light pole. Then easy the next two poles. Find some hills. Use those to build leg strength and get that heart rate up. Run up the hill, and walk back down. Jenni Peters

6 WEEKS Like we said - give it 6 weeks. The only thing you need is a good pair of running shoes. ENJOY. YOU MIGHT BECOME A RUNNER.

2020 CALENDAR 18 - 19 Louisiana Marathon

January

March

Our Lady of the Lake Amazing Half Marathon, 5K and 1 Mile

April

Fat Boy 5K

Club South Summer Runners Series 2 Mile

July

Freedom Mile

August

Twilight Classic 5K

October November

December

Children of the Cane

Reindeer Run 5K

Wearin’ of the Green Shamrock 5K

May

Girls on the Run

June

8 Mardi Gras Mambo 10K / 15K

February

LA Triathlon

Rocketkidz Rookies

Club South Summer Runners Series 2 Mile

Rocketkidz Triathlon

September

Beast for a Day Ultras

Rocketchix Triathlon

Soleman Triathlon

Club South Summer Runners Series 2 Mile

St. Jude Children’s Walk / Run

11th Annual Cane Field Classic

St. Joseph’s Academy Sticker Stampede 5K / 10K

Baton Rouge Turkey Trot

Baton Rouge Beach Half Marathon and 3 x 4.4 Mile Relay

Tiger 10K

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HOTWORX INFRARED FITNESS STUDIO 7673 Perkins Road, Suite 3A | 225.364.2626 4410 Highland Road, Suite 4A | 225.769.4833 19970 Highland Road, Suite B4 | 225.389.6400 hotworx.net

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HOTWORX offers members unlimited 24-hour access to a variety of virtually instructed, infrared sauna workouts. Our members achieve their fitness goals with 3D Training—our powerful combination of heat, infrared energy, and exercise. Infrared benefits include detoxification, faster muscle recovery, and increased calorie burn. A certified virtual Instructor guides users through a series of 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and 30-minute Isometric workout sessions in a small group training environment. In addition to unlimited HOTWORX sessions, studio members receive 24-hour access to the Functional Exercise (or “FX”) Zone, an area for productive use of time before, after, or in between infrared sauna workout sessions with bands, weights, ropes and other equipment. Whether HOTWORX becomes the only aspect of your fitness program or a supplement to your current routine, you’ll never have to miss a workout due to inconvenience or price. There are three locations in Baton Rouge: Highland at Airline, Perkins at Essen, and Highland at LSU Avenue.

Make it convenient with more workout in less time. You’ll be more likely to commit to and stick with a routine.

SPECIALTY 3D Training: Heat, infrared energy, and exercise. Virtually instructed infrared sauna, hot yoga, hot Pilates, hot cycle, and more.

PRICING First-time guests: Free session Sweat Here members: $59/month Sweat Everywhere members: $69/month

HOURS 24-hour access for members Staffed hours for nonmembers and guests

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ASK THE EXPERT What is most rewarding to you as an orthopedic surgeon? Nothing is as rewarding as a patient with a happy result.

How do you know when it’s time to get a joint replaced?

Niels J. Linschoten, M.D. Hip & Knee Specialist

What’s new in joint replacements? The tremendous progress in joint replacements over the past decades continues to accelerate. With the recent introduction of robotic surgery, joint replacement technology has progressed from the mechanical to the digital age.

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Dr. Linschoten (pronounced Lynn-Show-Ten) was born in The Netherlands, raised in the Caribbean, and settled in Baton Rouge in l992. He married a nice Cajun girl from Gonzales in 2013. He attended medical school in the city of Utrecht and completed a residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, after which he further subspecialized in total joint replacements at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.

If conservative treatment has failed, such as medications, injections and the like, then you may be a candidate for a joint replacement. It is ultimately an individual decision based on how the condition affects one’s personal life, activity and pain level.

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REGYMEN FITNESS 7556 Bluebonnet Blvd. 7580 Corporate Blvd., Suite 100 14663 Airline Hwy., Suite 101 Baton Rouge 225.300.8095 regymenfitness.com

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REGYMEN Fitness offers 90 different workouts each month among three unique platforms. These workouts are designed with excitement and variety to prevent burnout from the same old cardio routine. You’ll use advanced technology that fosters engagement and friendly competition, and you’ll work at your own pace since REGYMEN members come from all levels of fitness. The program’s current workout options are BURN, BOX, and BUILD … all designed to work together to challenge your body in different areas for muscle gain, calorie burn, flexibility, agility, and to make you better at everyday movements. The REGYMEN experience features a high-intensity group environment where time flies and calories burn. The program provides the mental encouragement, inspiration and social interaction proven to help individuals reach their health and fitness goals faster than going at it alone. Each workout is 60 minutes; you’ll be in and out in an hour or less. REGYMEN now has 16 locations open or opening soon in eight states, including three in the Capital Region. (Franchise opportunities are available.)

Studies show that the best way to achieve the greatest amount of afterburn is high-intensity interval training, or HIIT.

SPECIALTY Strength training, conditioning, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT).

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JOIN IN-CLUB OR AT PLANETFITNESS.COM Must be 18 years old, or 13 with parent/guardian. Billed monthly to a checking account. Subject to annual fee. State/local taxes may apply. Commitment may apply. Offer available at participating locations only. Planet Fitness locations are independently owned and operated. © 2020 PFIP, LLC

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As gastrointestinal specialists, it’s our responsibility to educate the community about digestive health as well as colon cancer screening, detection & prevention. Gastroenterology includes diseases of the esophagus, stomach, gall bladder, liver, pancreas, small intestines and large intestines.

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I was nervous about getting my first colonoscopy mostly because of the prep. Since I have a family history of Colon Cancer, I went at age 42 and surprisingly the prep wasn’t bad at all and I had a good little nap during the procedure! I am glad I made it a priority because my doctor did remove polyps that could have resulted in a much different diagnosis.

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JEFFERSON LOCATION: Right off I10 & I12 at Jefferson Highway and Drusilla AIRLINE LOCATION: Directly off Airline between Toyota and Infiniti dealership and across from Woman’s Hospital PLANK LOCATION: Right off I110 on Plank Road near Chippewa Street • BRUSLY LOCATION: On Highway 1 next to Walk-Ons

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Open Monday-Friday, 8:30am-6pm • Saturday, 9am-1pm • Free Transportation at all 4 locations 9026 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

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ASK THE EXPERT: DR. TODD HOWELL I WORK OUT AND EAT HEALTHY, BUT I STILL HAVE CELLULITE. HOW DO I REDUCE THE APPEARANCE OF CELLULITE? There are non-invasive body contouring procedures, like Velashape, that are FDA approved for the treatment of cellulite. These treatments are non-surgical in nature, have no down time, are virtually painless, and the results can often be seen immediately. Outcomes will continually improve for months following the treatment with optimal results occurring in conjunction with good diet and exercise. You can target multiple areas of the body including the arms, abdomen, buttocks and thighs. These procedures are not only for women. Many men are attacking their problem areas, too, with awesome results.

I HAVE HEARD ABOUT HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY. HOW DOES IT WORK? WHAT ARE THE RESULTS? IS IT FOR MEN AND WOMEN? Hormone replacement therapy should be considered in any man or woman who is experiencing the signs and symptoms of aging. MANopause or MENopause can begin to affect the way we feel as early as our 30s. Loss of energy, poor mood, decreased sex drive or sexual performance, disruption in sleep patterns, changes in weight and body composition are all common signs that a hormonal imbalance may be present. Evaluation begins with a thorough history and physical exam in combination with specific blood work. This information is evaluated and if recommended, a customized therapy program which may include testosterone, growth hormone stimulation, estrogen and/or progesterone will be prescribed. Benefits from hormone replacement therapy can often be felt within 2 weeks.

and dad, it can often be caused by high stress, poor nutrition, or even hormonal changes. Platelet Rich Plasma, or PRP, has become revolutionary in the treatment of this condition. Platelets can be collected from an individual’s blood, and these cells, with their associated growth factors, can be reinjected into that person’s scalp. The growth factors work like fertilizer, stimulating new and improved growth of hair, while preventing further loss. A simple single treatment can provide long-lasting results.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED FOR IN THE NEW YEAR? We are thrilled to announce our new association with The Cleveland Clinic and Quest Diagnostics in being able to provide our patients with the opportunity to potentially PREDICT disease before it becomes a problem. Beginning in 2020, we will be offering diagnostic panels, which can more accurately predict an individual’s likelihood of developing heart disease and diabetes years before it happens. Having this information will allow us to address issues and make lifestyle changes in time to make an impact, thereby changing a person’s health future.

WHAT CAUSES HAIR LOSS? WHAT ARE SOME HAIR LOSS TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR MEN AND WOMEN? Hair loss and hair thinning can occur in both men and women at any age. While the cause of this loss may be from mom DR. TODD HOWELL

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More than an uplifting tagline, RISE is a mantra. For our hospital. For our staff. Rising to meet the needs of the community – the very foundation on which Baton Rouge General was built. Through new equipment, facilities and renovations that expand our volume of care, we are taking care of our whole community; and with your help, we can elevate that care to new heights. Give today, and together we’ll rise.

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