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contents February / March 2017

The Second Time Around

Atlantans Take Another Chance on Love and Marriage p.25

Fit Bodies

on Reinvention, Self-Love, and Simplicity

Sweat with the Best Try Some of the City’s Top Workouts p.41

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The Puzzling Truth About Heart Health p.49 EXPERT CONNECT

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Fun Calendar

Editor’s Letter

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Best Health and Beauty

Over 40 & Fabulous!

American Heart Month

Happenings Around Town Look Good, Feel Great

Partners in Health

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We just kicked off our 7th Annual Over 40 & Fabulous! contest and the nominations are rolling in.

Each year the contest has grown and I am always blown away whenever I have the opportunity to meet the amazing nominees.

Yes, they all look great, and yes, they are serious about staying active and committing to a healthy lifestyle, but what I love most is that they “do good” for others. And that is more often than not, the reason they become a part of our Over 40 & Fabulous! family.

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If you are passionate about a charity or cause, participating in the contest is a great way to raise awareness, money and meet like-minded Atlantans who want to support your crusade.

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Best Self’s coverage was such an incredible form of support for Children Helping Children. Not only did it increase donations, volunteerism, and awareness in Atlanta, but the exposure also led to national coverage in other magazines and attention that lead to CHC receiving George Bush’s Points of Light Award. But the best part is when businesses provide this type of generous support, it frees up our time, money and resources for our Celebrating Over 40& Fabulous! programming which directly benefits the children we serve!

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Sherri Adair, Publisher sadair@bestselfatlanta.com We welcome Dr. Ken Anderson/Anderson Center for Hair, Karen Foley/Windy Hill Athletic Club and Dr. Elizabeth Whitaker/Atlanta Face & Body Center to our 2017 Over 40 & Fabulous! Advisory Board.

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from the editor American Heart Month This time of year often brings matters of the heart to the forefront of our minds. Not only should we take the time to appreciate the people we hold close to our heart, it is also important that we practice self-love and take care of our own heart. Whether that means following it and finding love again, as three Atlanta couples did through second marriages, p. 25, or keeping your heart in fighting shape against cardiovascular and other diseases. It is suggested that regular exercise can make a world of difference in that very fight—just ask Georgia State Representative, Doreen Carter. See how Carter became empowered to raise awareness about the importance of exercise and the dangers of heart disease in our heart health article on p. 49. If you’re in a workout rut or it’s been a while since you’ve broken a good sweat, give one of the classes from Sweat with the Best a try, p. 41. This spring, remember to listen to your heart and see where it might lead you. It might just take you from the weight room to the wedding aisle.

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bestbulletin On the Big Screen For more than four decades, the Atlanta Film Festival (AFF) has been bringing cutting edge films to its annual festival. The AFF also offers festivalgoers a chance to interact with filmmakers and actors. Past guests have included Ray McKinnon of “The Blind Side” and Margaret Cho of “Drop Dead Diva.” Film buffs can check out the 2017 festival March 24-April 2.

Catch media personality Dana Barrett on March 11 as she hosts The Pink Affair at The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North.

The annual TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation fundraising event includes dinner and silent and live auctions.“There will be lots of dancing. It’s going to be a really fun event but also for a great cause,” Barrett says. “What really resonated for me was that they are helping people who are going through breast cancer right now,” says the breast cancer survivor.

Photos courtesy of TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (top right), LocateYourCare (bottom right), Steven Carse, photography by Christian David Turner Photography (middle), Ramsey Solutions, photography by Cameron Powell (bottom left).

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Friday Thoughts The Creative Mornings Atlanta team is giving you another reason to love Fridays. This free, monthly morning event featuring a short talk from a different guest speaker is sure to leave you inspired. Sid and Ann Mashburn will take the stage in February to speak on the theme of moments. Past speakers include Ryan Gravel, Steven Carse and Celeste Headlee.

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Budding Business Owners You know that dream idea you’ve been holding on to in the back of your mind? Christy Wright wants to help you turn that idea into not just a reality, but also into a money-making business. On April 19, Wright will bring her Business Boutique 1-Day event to Atlanta and share advice for helping women earn a living doing what they love.

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Association but is getting more attention from nutrition professionals who observe this behavior in clients. “They are afraid of food,” says registered Behavioral issues associated with orthorexia include the following: Do dietitian Jim White, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. you look down on others who don’t eat this way? Do you skip foods once White says, “I’m concerned because they’re so obsessive. They’ll eat enjoyed in order to eat the “right” foods? Does your diet make it difficult to nothing that comes in a box or has more than five ingredients.” Types of eat anywhere but at home, distancing you from family and friends? Do you foods and drinks avoided might include those containing sugar, fat, gluten, feel guilt or self-loathing when you stray from your diet rules? wheat, meat, or dairy.

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Vegans, who shun all animal products, may be at risk of a vitamin B12 deficiency unless their diets are planned very carefully.

Avoiding dairy can cut out a key source of calcium and vitamin D. Then there’s the mental strain of orthorexia with its demands to obsessively police food choices.

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Rather than focusing on a checklist of foods to avoid, White guides clients to eat a wide variety of healthful foods. From there, he gauges the physical and mental conditions that develop with healthy eating habits. “We rate energy level, mood, quality of sleep and stress levels,” White says. “After three months (of eating a well-balanced diet) they’ll see changes and listen to what works for the long run.”

To learn more about the difference between a healthy appreciation of good foods and obsessing over food choices, enlist the help of a registered dietitian nutritionist to find the best eating plans customized to your lifestyle, fitness goals and taste preferences.

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For an experience that feels like flying, but doesn’t require a plane, check out Inspire Aerial Arts. Right around the corner from Piedmont Park, Inspire Aerial Arts is dedicated to helping you achieve your high-flying goals no matter your background. Take the Introduction to Aerial Dance class and learn to take flight in the “silks,” maintain your balance, get in and out of poses, swing, and if you’re brave— even hang upside down in the air!

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3 Misconceptions about Living Organ Donation There’s a simple solution that could save the lives of the 5,171 Georgians currently waiting for a kidney transplant: living organ donation. In an effort to raise awareness regarding this issue, Megan Parker, RN, BSN, of Piedmont Transplant Institute, debunks myths about living organ donation.

MYTH #1: If I donate a kidney, I’m at increased risk for health issues later in life.

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MYTH #2: I’m not a match. There’s nothing I can do to help my loved one get a transplant.

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rank Sinatra was really onto something when he crooned the beloved 1960 tune “The Second Time Around.” With lyrics like “Love is lovelier the second time around” and “Love’s more comfortable the second time you fall,” he says what so many people feel when they find love again and feel ready to take another chance on a walk down the aisle. Of course, there’s so much to consider before making that kind of commitment, and it’s important to know what goes into having a successful second marriage. Here, the experts share their advice for turning a new chance at love into something that lasts a lifetime.

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Learn from the Past Moving on is never easy. And moving on from a marriage—whether it lasted a few months or many years—can be quite challenging. However, you can take comfort in the fact that your experience with your first marriage actually can pave the way to a happy and fulfilling second union.

“Just because your first marriage ended doesn’t mean it was a failure,” observes Crystal Bradshaw, MA, LPC, NCC, Gottman 7 Principles Educator and couples therapist with Synergy Counseling Innovations, LLC. “A lot of marriages create families. Is that a failure? A lot of marriages create friendships and businesses. Are those failures? No.” In fact, Campbell believes that people should look at divorce as a sign of personal strength instead of failure, as it takes courage to walk away from a relationship that is not working.

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preferred balance of individual and couple time,” Thomas says of first marriages. In many cases, the issues that contributed to the end of that first relationship— whether they involved a lack of intimacy or sex, financial disagreements, differing parenting styles or diverging values—can’t or won’t be recognized until after it has ended. But then there is enlightenment about the role each party played in that situation. “People typically can tell you about the red flags they overlooked in their first marriage, what they are not willing to endure the second time around and what kind of partner they want next time. They are better at identifying what they want from a relationship and what qualities they are looking for in a partner.

They can use that information as they embark on their next relationship,” Bradshaw says.

“Learn from your past so you don’t repeat it. Recognize how you may have contributed to the deterioration of the relationship, own your part (no matter how small or big) and vow to be an active participant in your next relationship.”

Take a Time Out Thinking about “getting out there” again can be both exciting and frightening.

That’s why experts suggest that an individual take some time before taking the plunge again. “Take time to get to know yourself after a breakup,” says Julie Trujillo, MA, LPC, of Northeast Georgia Counseling. “Allow yourself to grieve the losses associated with ending a relationship instead of attempting to

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True Life Love Stories: Se The best advice can come from those who have already been down the road you are traveling. Here, we explore three second marriages and relay the lessons learned and advice offered for those who are ready to enjoy love the second time around.

Grow Together Patrick Shell and his wife, Hala, have known each other since they were 15 year olds at Roswell High School. They were fast friends and kept in touch after graduation, but the timing was never right for them to be a couple. Both married other people and ultimately lost touch. However, while living in Colorado after his divorce, Patrick received a Facebook message from Hala, who also was recently divorced. She had one question: “I thought you were hitched. What’s the deal?” When he called her to respond, they knew instantly that they were meant to be together. Patrick relocated to Atlanta to be with Hala, and they married in May of 2010. He became a stepfather to her daughter, and the couple also now have a 5-year-old son.

For the Shells, the key was building their marriage from the ground up—together. “When I moved back to Atlanta to be with Hala, we basically had to start over. I had to start back at the bottom of my career, and she had to change careers due to the economy.

We had no real savings and were living check to check at the age of 34,” Patrick says. “We literally built our marriage foundation from the ground up. Our growth as a couple and our careers have gone hand-in-hand. We helped each other with both of those aspects. She also taught me how to be a dad to my new daughter.

We have always just been learning from and about each other since we got back together.

Our biggest hurdle was my fear of leaving all that I had rebuilt after my divorce: my friends, my job, my independence. But I knew deep down that Hala was the one. I had to jump, and I am so happy that I did.”

Photography by Catrina Maxwell, CatMax Photography.

“Second marriages are challenging and face complexity,” says Lisa Pope Campbell, MSW, LCSW, owner of Northeast Georgia Counseling. “You’ve learned that marriage isn’t easy, and now you must learn that experience alone won’t divorce-proof your marriage.”

That’s why it’s key to recognize how a second marriage will be different from a first marriage and take all of those elements into consideration as you move forward. There are certain steps that you will need to take to ensure that you are not only prepared to get married again, but also that you are ready to be a fully engaged spouse. Because according to Shatavia A. Thomas, DMFT, LMFT, owner of Buckhead’s Dr. Shay Speaks, LLC, “Second marriages are about learning how to be a better you with someone new.”

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The E lement of Surprise Meg Reggie had found her second time around with Rick Butgereit, but after a year of engagement, she still hadn’t agreed to a wedding date. While she wanted to be married to him, she didn’t want to plan another wedding.

She decided on the element of surprise when her alma mater, K ansas State U niversity, got to the Orange Bowl in 2008 .

She and Rick flew down to Miami to see the game with friends, and at dinner one night, Meg turned to her fiancé and said, “Want to get married?” “And he said, ‘ Well, yeah,’” she recalls. “And I said, ‘ Right here, right now.’ And he said, ‘ Hell yes! ’”

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Meg had already arranged for someone to marry the couple at that moment at E meril’s Miami Beach.

“My BFF pulled out a bouquet of flowers, my brother pulled out fake wedding rings and we got married, right there by the champagne cellar at E meril’s,” she says. “My hubby was so happy, he did a cartwheel in the aisle.”

After they said their vows, they called their collective eight children, who were a bit miffed that they missed the big moment but thrilled that it had finally happened. And the couple was ready to begin what they knew life would be about: having fun with their new blended family.

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avoid the pain. Being able to tolerate uncomfortable feelings is a useful skill that can be developed through practicing mindfulness. By rushing into another relationship, dysfunction is likely to resurface.” What’s more, by taking that time, you will be able to reflect fully on your first marriage and really find those lessons from the past that will benefit you moving forward as you consider a second marriage.

Gordon Shippey, MA, LPC, of Northeast Georgia Counseling, agrees.

“Take time to be a healthy individual before starting a new relationship,” he says. “Prioritize functioning well by yourself, then build a social network outside of romantic attraction. Make sure you’ve extracted all the lessons you can from the previous marriage before trying again.”

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your own hobbies and interests, you will find like-minded individuals who could possibly be Mr. or Ms. Right. “If you enjoy cooking, take cooking classes.

If you enjoy a particular activity, then seek out classes or meet-up groups.

This is a good way to meet others with similar interests,” Bradshaw continues.

“The more people you meet, the more opportunities you have of meeting someone who’s a good fit.”

Of course, there’s always that wellmeaning friend who wants to set you up. And, as Shippey notes, “Dating has moved online. Most relationships are now found online, and the quality of relationships started online is at least as good as those found offline.” When approached cautiously and with great thought, any of these options could be ideal avenues for finding love once again.

Prep for the Plunge A second marriage is a completely different proposition than a first marriage. That’s because there are different factors involved when you are entering a second long-term relationship.

“Recognize that remarriage means bigger, more complex challenges than first marriages, such as raising stepchildren, combining finances and households, feeling disappointments yet trying to love again and the aggravation of dealing with ex-spouses,” Campbell says. However, she adds, you can use your fear of these issues to be more intentional in your effort to build a stronger bond with your

When you are ready to find that special someone, you shouldn’t necessarily look for romance immediately.

“Instead, look for Did You Know? friendship and According to HealthResearchFunding.org, shared interests and after a first marriage ends, it generally values,” Bradshaw takes someone four years before remarks. “Connect with they get married for someone on this level and a second time. then evaluate if it’s a good fit. Do you balance each other? See how it naturally evolves.” By focusing on BEST SELF ATLANTA

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“I recommend people go to premarital counseling with a therapist who is trained in couple dynamics,” Bradshaw reveals.

“There are so many issues that couples don’t realize they need to dialogue about, assuming their partner shares their beliefs, values, expectations and have the same life-shaping experiences.”

However, a trained couples counselor can help those entering into a second marriage—or even those who have already married—have open and honest discussions about everything from finances and parenting to sex and fidelity.

What’s more, Bradshaw suggests that couples take their efforts even deeper by reading about how to have a successful marriage. She recommends The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work and Why Marriages Succeed or Fail…and How You Can Make Yours Last by Dr. John M. Gottman, as well as books by Dr. Sue Johnson, Esther Perel and Terry Real.

Again, knowing yourself and how your first marriage has affected you will be a significant factor in the success of your second marriage.

“Some people may go into the next relationship with a ‘deal breaker’ attitude. Similarly, some people may be set in their ways and have a ‘me’ instead of a ‘we’ disposition,” Thomas warns. Therefore, she says, you have to “explore your personal triggers,” as well as the impact your personality and communication and conflict styles will have on your relationship. A couple’s therapist can help you and your partner navigate these issues and find the right resolutions.

“If you have concerns, talk them out before tying the knot. Problems that exist before marriage will be the same, if not worse, after marriage. Work on them before committing,” Shippey says. “A counselor can help you do these things and give you a clearer perspective on your relationship.”

And in the end, be sure that you understand what marriage really involves.

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“A lot of couples don’t realize that a marriage has to be intentional, meaning you have to put in the work daily. And sometimes that may mean having a hard conversation, compromising on something, facing your flaws and taking accountability for your needs, wants and mistakes.

It also means respecting and appreciating your spouse,” Bradshaw says.

You must be fully invested in making a second marriage work—but the rewards will be worth it.

As Campbell concludes, “By resolving to work at this marriage differently and learning from your past, remarriages can be stronger than you ever envisioned.”

Resources Lisa Pope Campbell, LCSW, Northeast Georgia Counseling, northeastgacounseling.com Shatavia A. Thomas, LMFT, Dr. Shay Speaks, LLC, drshayspeaks.com Crystal Bradshaw, LPC, NCC, Synergy Counseling Innovations, LLC, synergycounselinginnovations.com Julie Trujillo, LPC, Northeast Georgia Counseling, northeastgacounseling.com Gordon Shippey, MA, LPC, Northeast Georgia Counseling, northeastgacounseling.com

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The D octor is In ( D r. Pepper, that is) K imberly Palmieri had been married for 24 years before her divorce. And she had no interest in dating again.

But during a professional development class that she attended with her boss, something unexpected happened. As they sat in a classroom in a tiny town in N ew E ngland, the participants were asked if they wanted a drink. K imberly replied, “By any chance, do you have D r. Pepper?” She recalls, “The whole classroom went quiet.” Apparently, the instructor, J ohn, kept one D r. Pepper in the refrigerator for himself, as no one else would drink it. Over a group dinner, when J ohn realiz ed that K imberly was not there “with” her boss, s arks flew nd now, years later, the instructor and the student are living a beautiful life together.

“D ivorce is hard. Mine was not a horrible relationship. He was a great guy—a great friend and a fantastic father to our children. We grew apart. We worked too hard and filled the emotional voids with our children, friends and family and trying to make the perfect home life,” K imberly reveals. But she and her first husband lost sight of each other—something that K imberly and Jo hn refuse to do. “I try my best daily to be the same person he married and try to not let day-to-day life change or intrude on my personal relationship,” she says. “I have to remember to love him the way he needs me to love him. We are very different people and how we perceive being loved is also equally different. We try to never forget that we both had dreams of what this would look like.

It’s not just my fairytale—it ours.” And her advice to others is something that she adheres to every day. “Remember that you are both doing the best you can. L ove like you have never let yourself, laugh like you never have and don’t bring the bad feelings from your past relationships [ into the new one] . Remain the person they fell in love with.”

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Everything in moderation, even fitness. Audrey Schemer agrees. She doesn’t stick to one kind of workout but prefers to shake up her routine by playing tennis or strengthening her core in Pilates. She encourages her clients to not put a sole focus on the results but rather the journey to getting there.

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For Sean deSouza, a strong mind equals a strong body and vice versa. By building a fitness plan that combines light and heavy weight training with high-intensity CrossFitstyle workouts, he has been able to increase his strength, stamina and power.

Sonny Gholami understands that fitness isn’t a “fix,” it’s a “lifelong journey.”

By staying away from alcohol, eating right, and drinking lots of water, she keeps herself fit. She also instills these same goals in her Windy Hill Athletic Club clients while encouraging them to love their bodies and understand that confidence is key.

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Tyrell Crawford

Not only does playing tennis and basketball help Tyrell Crawford torch calories, but engaging in these sports also allow him to “have fun, fellowship with some friends and get away from the day to day.”

Rebecca Sutton

Between spinning classes, barre classes, personal training and a few sessions on the elliptical, Rebecca Sutton makes sure she is never bored when working out at Windy Hill Athletic Club.

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Jennifer Phillips

Jennifer Phillips enjoys leading an active and healthy lifestyle at home and at work. She tones her muscles with high-intensity interval training, spin classes and small group training with friends and motivational instructors.

Junie Weinstein

Junie Weinstein didn’t let a stress fracture and tear in her spinal disc end her workout regimen. With the help of Windy Hill Athletic Club’s personal trainers, she was able to modify her routine and keep herself fit through the injuries. She continues to stay in shape by focusing on strengthening her core and lower body and perfecting her form.

Tracey Glaser

As an experienced nurse, Tracey Glaser sees fitness as a true health revelation.

She explains that a good fitness routine can help keep the need for medical assistance at bay. When she isn’t teaching classes, her favorite ones to attend are dance, barre, and sport conditioning.

Kara Hunton

Fitness has always been a part of Kara Hunton’s life, but two years ago, after she had her daughter, she decided she was ready to take on the challenge of competing in her first all-natural bodybuilding competition. At her first show, she won her Pro Card and hasn’t looked back since.

Daniel Grider

Photos courtesy of Windy Hill Athletic Club; photography by Mister Overstreet.

Daniel Grider doesn’t just see fitness as a hobby, in his eyes it is an investment in his overall health. He focuses on maintaining a clean diet and making sure he always enjoys his workouts by continually trying new routines and exercises in the gym.

Jaclyn McCaffrey If you’re looking for Jaclyn McCaffrey at the gym you will most likely find her in the weight room. She enjoys using the array of equipment Windy Hill Athletic Club has to offer to help her tone all the right muscle groups.

Jennifer Poole

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Barre3: Signature Class This hour-long barre class is inspired by ballet barre, yoga, and Pilates. Whether you’re a beginner or an athlete, instructors will guide you through movements that tone all major muscle groups and strengthen your body.

Childcare: Yes Awesome Amenity: Free parking Cost: New clients get three classes for $30 Words of Wisdom: “We know trying something new can be intimidating, and our mission is to make each class enjoyable and effective for everyone in the room,” says Jessica Walton, Barre3 South Buckhead instructor/client relations manager.

Multiple locations, barre3.com BURN: BURNBox If you’re looking to punch and kick your way to better shape, this 45-minute option might be for you.

BURNBox is a high-intensity class consisting of plyometrics and pounding the bag with punches, kicks, elbows and knees. The goal is to make beginners and seasoned professionals sweat equally.

Childcare: Coming soon Awesome Amenity: Heart rate monitors Cost: New clients get five classes for $55 Words of Wisdom: “Treat this class like an adult game of Simon Says,” says Matthew Callahan, BURNbox program director.

3575 Durden Dr. NE, Brookhaven, (770) 837-0051, livetoburn.com Chaos Conditioning: CHAOS This one-hour, high-intensity interval training class will take you through stations that range from resistance work on TRX bands to running on a self-propelled treadmill.

Childcare: Yes Awesome Amenity: Full locker room with showers and sauna Cost: First class is free Words of Wisdom: “Don’t be intimidated! We try to have as much fun as we can while still making the class challenging and effective,” says Jeff Baird, owner. “You will only be competing with yourself, and will always have the support of the group behind you.”

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Concourse Athletic Club: Fitness Quest This one-hour class will keep your body guessing by utilizing a mixture of strength work and aerobic movements as it progresses through all areas of the club, including the outdoor spaces.

Childcare: Yes Awesome Amenity: Well-lit tennis courts Cost: First class is free Words of Wisdom: “Arrive a few minutes early, and let the instructor know this is your first time,” says Marianne Baker, group exercise and Pilates director.

8 Concourse Pkwy., Sandy Springs, (770) 698-2000, concourseclub.com CorePower Yoga: Yoga Sculpt In 60 or 75 minutes, this yoga class incorporates free weights, cardio bursts, and strength training into a vinyasa flow.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: Showers Cost: New students receive a week of free classes Words of Wisdom: “Keep an open mind, get ready to sweat, and walk away strong and refreshed,” says Alicia Wilson, general manager for the Atlanta locations.

Multiple locations, corepoweryoga.com Cyc Fitness: CYC45 During this 45-minute indoor cycling class, you’ll move through endurance intervals and weighted sectors that are inspired by more than 20 different sports movements from boxing to volleyball.

Childcare: Yes Awesome Amenity: Complimentary shoe rental Cost: New clients get three rides for $60 Words of Wisdom: “Don’t forget to hold your core—or what you might call your ‘abs’—in the entire class,” says Caroline Seagraves, lead cycologist. “It’s always being worked.”

3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, (404) 698-4343, cycfitness.com Exhale: Core Fusion Extreme In this 60-minute, high-intensity workout, you’ll move through five power stations (that incorporate tools like TRX bands, weights, and core balls) with mini active breaks in-between. The routine changes monthly so the workout stays fresh.

Childcare: No. Awesome Amenity: Fitness shop Cost: First two classes for the price of one ($25) Words of Wisdom: “Bring sneakers,” says Alexandria Stubbs, studio director of the Inman Park location.

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Pure Barre: Signature Class This 55-minute total body workout will lengthen and strengthen your muscles by focusing on your arms, abs, seat, and thighs. And since Pure Barre is low impact and restorative, it’s an option for people of all fitness levels.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: Complimentary healthy snacks like apples and KIND bars Cost: Three-class pack for $30 for new clients Words of Wisdom: “Don’t compare yourself to others—just focus on you,” says Katy Bayless Gibson, Pure Barre Virginia-Highland and Pure Barre Decatur owner.

1402 North Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, (404) 883-3882, purebarre.com SculptHouse: StrengthSculpt In 50 minutes, the M3 Megaformer will take you through a workout that delivers endurance, cardio, core, balance, and flexibility training.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: Fitness shop Cost: First class is $15 Words of Wisdom: “Don’t be intimidated by the machines,” says Katherine Mason, founder and CEO. “Yes, they look scary. Your first class will be challenging, but each class you take will make you more familiar with names of the moves.”

3167 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, (470) 553-0080, sculpthouse.com Stellar Bodies: Full Body Get ready for a 50-minute, full-body workout with a Megaformer machine, which uses springs and pulleys to provide resistance without putting impact on your joints.

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Childcare: No—but well-behaved children have been allowed to sit in on a class.

Awesome Amenity: Filtered water Cost: First class is $10 Words of Wisdom: “Arrive at least 10 minutes early to allow for time to get to know the Megaformer,” says Amy Selig, studio co-owner.

Multiple locations, stellarbodiesatl.com The Bar Method: Mixed Level This one-hour format utilizes the strength, stamina, and flexibility of ballet training, and pairs it with the alignment and physiological principles of physical therapy.

Childcare: At the Lenox location on Mondays and Wednesdays during the 9:45 a.m. class Awesome Amenity: Varies by location Cost: $85 for 30 days of unlimited classes Words of Wisdom: “This is unlike any workout you may have tried before,” says Melissa White, owner and master teacher. “It’s OK if it doesn’t come naturally to you. If you can push through the first 60 minutes, you’ll never look back!”

Multiple locations, barmethod.com Thunderbolt Power Yoga: Power Flow Set to a rocking playlist, this 60-minute signature class aims to connect breath to rhythm, and beat to body in an 85- to 90-degree room.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenities: A cool towel doused in essential oils to end each class Cost: First class is free Words of Wisdom: “People often ask me if I have a minute to show them how to hop into a handstand— but I can’t teach someone this in a minute or even five,” says Carly Grace Hinchman, founder. “So, be sure to check out the Fundamentals of Flying class.

It’s the foundation class that each yogi needs to incorporate various inversions into her flow.”

3872 Roswell Rd. NE, Atlanta, (404) 556-1605, thunderboltpoweryoga.com TruAlliance Fitness: CrossFit TruAlliance offers CrossFit class sessions, which provide effective and efficient workouts that incorporate compound movements like Olympic lifts and gymnastic exercises. For example, most workouts are short—not more than 30 minutes (not including the warm up or mobility work).

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: A discount at Jeju Sauna Cost: First class is free

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FORME: Barre Fusion Combine big movements with small movements for both upper and lower body in this 55-minute, barre-based class.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: Complimentary hair accessories Cost: $15 per class Words of Wisdom: “Feel free to take the class at whatever pace you need,” says Donna Burke, owner. “We’re just here to give you the max number of reps you can get!”

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Words of Wisdom: “CrossFit is a high-intensity sport, meaning that it opens athletes up to the risk of injury if certain exercises are not properly executed,” says Erick Colindres, owner. “So, work on form and technique first.”

3555 Gwinnett Place Dr., Duluth, (678) 916-0610, trualliance.com Vesta Movement: Kickboxing Vesta Movement offers up a high-intensity cardio kickboxing class where guests can burn up to 1,000 calories over 60 minutes.

Childcare: No Awesome Amenity: Wrap and glove rental is complimentary for your first class Cost: First class is free Words of Wisdom: “Be prepared to sweat—and have a blast,” says Missy Mostrom, owner and trainer.

774 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, (404) 281-1121, vestaatl.com

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West Coast Workout: Bench Interval This 55-minute cardio and strength-building class uses the custom West Coast Workout benches, which are tools that incorporate the core muscles in a unique way by adding variation and angles.

Childcare: No

Awesome Amenity: Rainfall spa shower with essential oil-infused natural products Cost: Mention this article and your first class will be free Words of Wisdom: “Bring a towel—you’ll earn every drop of sweat on your body,” says Tammy Stokes, founder.

107 West Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, (404) 467-0602, westcoastworkout.com Windy Hill Athletic Club: Battle Train for strength, speed and power using battle ropes and bodyweight movements in this 30-minute workout. Participants can modify any movement, according to their fitness level.

Childcare: Yes Awesome Amenity: 50-foot climbing wall Cost: First class is complimentary with a guest pass Words of Wisdom: “Be prepared for anything and be ready to work,” says Karen Foley, general manager. “This class will elevate your heart rate and strengthen all of your muscle groups.”

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Although it’s the No.1 killer of both women and men, heart disease is still often thought of as a man’s disease. “We’re trying to change this frame of mind and make women aware that it’s their disease as well. We’re still not there,” says Viola Vaccarino, MD, PhD, and department chair of epidemiology at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University.

Ninety percent of women have at least one risk factor for heart disease or stroke. And considering that fewer women than men survive their first heart attack, we can’t afford not to know them.

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These risk factors affect both women and men very similarly. But there is one factor that may strike women harder: stress.

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Heart disease affects women differently than men. It tends to strike later in life, for one, and even its symptoms may manifest differently. For example, when Sara Barksdale had a massive heart attack at age 33, it didn’t feel like one. There was no shooting pain in her arm, no severe chest pain. She felt nausea, pain in her shoulders, tingling and numbness in her fingers—and then sharp pain in her jaw. Google and her husband said it was time to head to Northside Hospital’s emergency department, where she was diagnosed with a heart attack.

Sara is hardly what we think of as the poster child for a heart attack. She had no family history of heart disease, she exercised regularly and she maintained a mostly healthy diet. There’s still plenty we don’t know about who’s most at risk and why, but there are also some facts we know for sure.

The higher these numbers, the higher your risk:

• blood sugar (HbA1c less than 6 percent) • blood pressure (below 130/80 mm Hg) • blood cholesterol (it depends) • body weight (BMI of 18.6 to 24.9 and a waistline smaller than 35 inches)

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African-American women are at a particularly higher risk of developing heart disease. “It may be partly because of the burden of risk factors they have—high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity,” says Dr. Vaccarino. “But it seems disproportionate even with the prevalence of these factors. Stress may play a role, but we need more data to figure out why.”

While most risk factors can be addressed with behavioral changes, family history is not one of them. But knowing about your family’s health gives you an advantage.

“These are tough things for families to talk about,” says Dr. Cooper. “But take the time to ask, ‘Wait a minute, this happened to dad at what age?’ You don’t want to wait until you’re in my hands to find out.”

He often tells his own story to illustrate the point. His brother Alvin, who served as the best man at his wedding, died of a massive heart attack at the age of 45. His sister Vicki died at age 41 after surgery to repair issues caused by an earlier heart attack. She went into cardiac arrest and died on September 12, 2001, while Dr. Cooper was stranded in another city and unable to fly home.

“I’ve got that family history. I’ve got a big target symbol on my back,” he says. “But I often see families scrambling to figure things out when they’re already in my hands.

We’re behind the eight ball at that point.

When you’re prepared, the consequences of whatever it is that happens to you are going to be more positive.”

An Eye on Prevention Starting early is what we tend not to do when it comes to heart health. “You should be

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thinking about heart health in your teens,” says Dr. Cooper.

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Dr. Vaccarino agrees. “Many women have the misconception that as long as they are young, they have other things to worry about. It’s important to change this frame of mind.

Heart disease is chronic, it starts in youth in both men and women, and it progresses. The earlier we act, the better.”

For every age group, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends a healthy diet and physical activity. Don’t get too caught up in which diet is best. “There is a lot of confusion around diet,” says Dr. Vaccarino. “Stick to what we know is proven and really works. Focus on a vegetarian diet as much as possible and eat meat and fish in moderation.” Limit sugar-sweetened beverages, like juice and soda, and cut down on sodium.

If you’re looking to make a change, Dr. Cooper’s first piece of advice is to do a food diary. The next step: gradual elimination or replacement. He once encouraged a friend to swap out his 2-liter bottle of soda per day with half diet and half regular soda. It was

It wasn’t until Georgia State Representative, Doreen Carter, found herself in the ICU that the seriousness of heart disease hit her.

“When I went to see the doctor and he was talking about the kind of clot that I had, he told me that it was actually the kind that can kill you in your sleep—that’s when it became real.” Her mother and grandmother had died in their sleep. Raising awareness about heart disease became one of Doreen’s passions. In 2016, she organized a Go Red for Women rally at the State Capitol.

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If lifestyle changes aren’t enough to keep a patient’s numbers in line, a doctor may prescribe medications to control factors like blood pressure, heart rate, or fibrillation. But it’s possible that surgery or other procedures will be necessary. Fortunately, advances in cardiovascular technology are changing the patient experience.

When it comes to physical activity, every little bit counts, but ideally, you should be getting a good mix of aerobic and musclestrengthening activities—as in, not just cardio. “Put forth some milestones that are achievable so you don’t get discouraged,” says Dr. Vaccarino. “Small things little by little can achieve bigger goals.”

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It results in better outcomes and better care.” Especially if you have a complicated condition, look for hospitals that are involved in research and clinical trials; they can provide access to new treatments that aren’t yet on the market.

The Road to Recovery After a heart event or surgery, the doctors still bring it all back to healthy living.

“That discussion starts at the first appointment,” says Dr. Meduri. He pushes for patients to start being active as soon as possible after their procedure, to continue with weight loss, to walk frequently and eat

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For patients struggling with obesity, there are chronic disease management and weight management programs at many hospitals to assist with weight loss. “It’s old, archaic medicine to just say, ‘Go eat healthy and exercise,’” says Dr. Cooper. He notes that support groups make a big difference to his patients. “The most important thing is to keep encouraging people,” he says.

“Encourage them always.”

And that psychological aspect is important. Heart health isn’t just a matter of taking care of your body. It’s choosing what you want your life to look like 5, 10, and 20 years from now.

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In her sassy, direct and sometimes irreverent tone, radio personality, Dana Barrett—in only the way that she can—opens up about what it takes to live her best life now.

By Laura Janelle Downey Dana Barrett loves the limelight. At an early age, the starlet performed plays in her backyard with neighborhood friends. She’s come a long way since then. Nowadays, you can find the host of the biz 1190 AM Dana Barrett Show discussing everything from financial planning and fitness to technology and trends. Using her platform to make a difference every day, Dana believes in supporting local businesses, simplifying her life and shooting for the stars. Constantly reinventing herself, she talks about the building blocks that contribute to her being her “Best Self.”

Women are simplifying their lifestyles and getting back to basics. Less is more, right?

When my daughter went to college, I was able to refocus and live differently. That meant getting rid of a lot of material junk that I was collecting and not using. At this point in my life, when I put something new in the closet, I get rid of at least one thing. I am pretty hardcore about going to Goodwill to drop off a bag. It’s wonderful to have nice things and it’s great if you can afford it but if you’re buying those things to make yourself happy, that’s not it.

You’re smart, attractive and funny. Has life always been kind to you?

People are always complimenting me on my looks. That’s just not who I was all through my 20s and into my 30s. I was much heavier and I did not feel pretty. I was the funny one. I don’t think I ever could have foreseen being where I am right now.

I made a very conscious decision to be who I am today. When people look at you as pretty or thin, they just assume you have always been that way and that’s not true for me. I work really hard at it. It’s a daily struggle.

What’s the best piece of advice you can offer to Best Self readers?

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Once you know what you want, say it to as many people as you can no matter how unattainable or silly it feels at first. When you hear yourself say it enough times, you start to believe it’s possible. And when you believe it’s possible, it happens. When people ask what my goal is I either say, “To be the next Oprah” or “world domination!”

After your brief bout with Stage 1 breast cancer, how did your life change?

It puts petty stuff in perspective. When you start getting pissy about something someone said to you or there’s a little drama at work, I just go back in my mind to how fortunate I am to get to do what I do every day. And I’m also kinder to myself. I have this big old ugly scar right on the front of my chest—I’m not nearly as judgmental about my own body as I was before.

Who helps you to be your “Best Self?”

My team includes Dr. Beaty at Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery, fitness guru Lisa Tanker, Dr. Gez Agolli at Progressive Medical Center, Dr. Eric Tabano at The Joint in Brookhaven, Gabriel Lamb from Hux.com who cleans my place, and Barry Rollan from Barry Rollan Studio who does my hair!

Dana will serve as the master of ceremonies at The Pink Affair fundraiser for TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation on Saturday, March 11. For more details, turn to Best Bulletin on p. 15.

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