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Life Expands at 40
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Madison James is the afternoon drive personality on B98.5, a blogger for The Atlanta JournalConstitution and a featured reporter for the TV entertainment magazine “Hot Topics” on WSBTV. Most recently, Madison was named Fitness Ambassador for the Atlanta BeltLine. Read her Over 40 & Fabulous! Advisory Board contribution on p. 57 and her Healthy Lifestyle on the Go pick on p. 20.
Jessica Dauler is the founder of JessicaShops. com, where you can find valuable information on deals, steals and trends. Jessica can be heard weekly on Star 94 Radio and seen weekly on CBS Better Mornings. She also writes a weekly column in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Deal Spotter. Her monthly columns appear in Best Self Atlanta and Southern Journal Magazine. Check out Jessica’s pick of the month on p. 19.
Laura Carson Miller is a native Atlantan and lifestyle expert. Her LCM Lifestyle business focuses on freelance writing for various magazines and the web, helping create a wonderful and fulfilling lifestyle through her Style File blog, and connecting great people through her monthly LCM Lifestyle Lunches. Read her June beauty picks on p. 71.
Amy Begley is the head coach of Atlanta Track Club, the second largest running organization in the United States. She competed in the 2008 Olympic Games in the 10,000M and placed sixth in the 2009 IAAF World Championships in the same distance with a personal best 31:13, making her the eighth-fastest American woman in history. Begley finished her professional career with six national titles. Read her article, “Your Best Peachtree Road Race Ever!” on p. 69.
Sawyer Photography is made up of Dan and Gail Sawyer. After attending classes at Brooks Institute of Photography and Pasadena Art Center College of Design, they opened their first studio in Burbank, California. Their work has appeared in many major magazines, on album covers and in corporate reports. In 1994, the Sawyers opened their full-service custom studio, Sawyer Photography, in Marietta. See their work on this month’s cover and in the Over 40 & Fabulous! feature on p. 38. bestselfatlanta.com
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What kind of volunteering can pet owners do through Happy Tails Pet Therapy?
Why should dog owners bring their pet to a dog park?
Why should dog owners bring their pet hiking with them?
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To introduce and socialize their dogs with other dogs. It’s a new environment that gives them lots of fun, interaction and exercise.
Just like us, most dogs love an adventure! With so many new sights, sounds and smells, a great afternoon hike can be as much fun for your dog as you. Which dogs are best suited for this activity? Dog breeds vary in size and athletic ability, but they all need exercise. If your dog is new to hiking, explore a few easy, short trails before working up to more difficult and longer trails. Pack a water dish and water bottle to keep them hydrated. What are your favorite trails to bring your own dog? Sweetwater Creek State Park offers a great canine adventure just outside the I-285 perimeter on Atlanta’s west side. Sweetwater Creek’s four trails range in difficulty and length and explore a beautiful creek valley filled with whitewater rapids, small waterfalls and the ruins of a Civil War-era mill. Or check out Arabia Mountain on Atlanta’s east side, with trails that scale a mountain summit for stunning views.
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As a team, a human handler and their pet can visit hospitals, nursing homes and more to share the healing comfort and connection of the human-animal bond.
Photos (left to right) courtesy of Ron McKitrick, PAWS Atlanta, Eric Champlin, Atlanta Humane Society, Diane Silver
Please share a memory of a volunteer visit with your own dog. When leaving a rehab facility, we walked by a young man in a wheelchair wearing a safety helmet. He looked straight at my dog, Aiden, and asked, “Is that a Maltese?” I answered, “Yes, it is! Would you like to see him?” He smiled hugely. His dad took me aside and explained that his son had not spoken at all since his accident three weeks prior. His connection with Aiden seemed to have given him his voice back. Which animals are best suited for this activity? The ones with a calm, relaxed demeanor. Will your dog happily and politely greet a stranger? Will your cat or bunny allow themselves to be put into a stranger’s lap? If so, then you might consider pet therapy. bestselfatlanta.com
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Which dogs are best suited for this activity? Dog parks can be a lot of fun for both humans and their four-legged friends, but you want to make sure it is safe for all concerned. If your dog tends to show aggressive behavior toward other dogs, they may not be suited for dog park visits. Most aggressive behavior can be fixed with professional training. All dogs should be spayed or neutered before visiting a dog park and current on all their vaccines. What are your favorite parks to bring your own dogs? Why? My favorite park to bring my own dogs to is Brook Run Dog Park. I really enjoy the abundance of trees and shade, the great walking trails and the more than three acres of land. Also, it is managed by a wonderful group of committed volunteers!
Fostering is truly an opportunity to be a hero and save a life. You already know how wonderful you are at being a pet parent, and it’s so rewarding to be able to share all that love and expertise you have with an animal that needs time to heal and grow outside of the shelter environment. Which dogs are best suited for welcoming a foster dog into their home? Big dogs, small dogs, quiet dogs and playful dogs. Any wellbalanced pup that gets along with other dogs and people can be an awesome foster brother or sister. What are your favorite things about fostering? Fostering gives us a chance to share your home with pups truly in need. It gives our dogs an opportunity to socialize and enjoy the company of a wide variety of breeds and canine personalities, making us an even better pet family.
Agility provides awesome mental stimulation and physical exercise for your dog, which is so important for a happy, healthy pet. And, since you practice agility as a team, it’s a super way to form a special bond with your dog, have fun and get some exercise yourself! Which dogs are best suited for this activity? While you often see herding breeds like Border Collies excelling at agility, any dog can enjoy the activity! Even shy or fearful dogs can benefit from the confidence-building skills learned in agility. What are your favorite things about practicing agility training with your own pup? Agility is a super fun activity for Rocco and me, and it’s one way we can run and play together while getting a nice workout for both of us. And whether you plan to compete or not, many of the basic skills learned in agility translate to a welladjusted, well-behaved pup at home.
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Deep Talk and Shallow Tales Hard hitting news and late-night drinking games might not have much in common, but the men who bring you both are joining forces for an event at Cobb Energy Centre this month. For one evening only, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper and Bravo talk show host Andy Cohen will interview each other and take audience questions. This unique, unscripted show will take place on June 20, when their “Deep Talk and Shallow Tales” tour stops in Atlanta. Tickets start at $75 and are available through Ticketmaster, the Cobb Energy Centre’s box office and on the phone at 1-800-745-3000. Details: 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA, (770) 9162800, ac2live.com
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Coaching Young Women to Lead The JCI Foundation’s annual Women’s Leadership Conference expands the horizons of young female golfers beyond the fairway and into the conference room. Held on June 24 this year, the conference can now accommodate 1,000 young Atlanta women and will provide them with positive mentorship and education through speakers, breakout sessions and networking opportunities, all focused on becoming leaders in their budding business careers. Registration is free for high school and college students with ID. Details: McCamish Pavilion at Georgia Tech, 965 Fowler St. NW, Atlanta, GA, jcifoundation.org
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4 organic chicken thighs 1/2 cup organic chicken broth 1 large orange 1 small orange 2 fresh rosemary twigs INSTRUCTIONS Spray a slow cooker with organic, non-stick cooking spray. Lay the chicken thighs on the bottom of the slow cooker.
over the chicken thighs. Squeeze the fresh juice of the oranges into the slow cooker. Cut the rosemary twigs in half and lay in broth. Season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Cook on low for four to five hours. –Courtesy of Brittany Woodard at “Britt’s Blurbs,” bblurbs.com
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Lessons on Aging Skin To begin, Dr. Leslie Gray, dermatologist and founder of the Dermatology Center of Atlanta and the Advanced SkinCare Center, explains, “There are two types of aging: intrinsic aging, which is how you are genetically preprogrammed to age, and extrinsic aging, which includes external factors that affect the skin, such as sun exposure, stress, illness and smoking. We can only really affect the extrinsic factors, but some products are great at helping to improve the appearance of aging skin.” Further breaking down intrinsic and extrinsic aging, Sara Lamond, founder of Fig & Flower Natural Beauty, points to four factors: moisture, collagen/ elastin, inflammation and free radicals. The first two – moisture and collagen/ elastin – are affected by intrinsic aging. As we grow older, our bodies produce fewer natural oils, and the collagen and elastin in our skin begins to break down. The second two – inflammation and free radicals – are related to extrinsic aging. High stress, a poor diet, exposure to pollutants and more can cause us to develop chronic, low levels of inflammation. Chronic inflammation displays externally as redness, rosacea, dermatitis and breakouts. Internally, this inflammation leads to the release of cortisol, which, when consistent, slows wound healing and breaks down collagen. And finally, what is likely bestselfatlanta.com
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the worst enemy of our skin: free radicals, which are technically atoms with unpaired electrons (hence the term “free”), making them highly reactive and unstable. “These little jerks attack vital nutrients for our skin, essentially leading to the loss of moisture, breakdown of collagen and elastin, and inflammation,” Lamond says. “Factors that
contribute to the creation of free radicals include UV rays, pollution, smoke, a poor diet and stress.”
Men’s Skin Care According to Linda Silber, co-owner of Woo Skincare and Cosmetics, “Men’s skin care is one of the fastestgrowing segments in health and beauty.” That said, a
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Laser hair removal has come a long way since FDA approval in the mid s. Recent scientific studies in medical journals demonstrate that the 810nm diode laser is the best laser for hair remo al. These studies show the diode laser is safest for dark skin, results in more hair reduction and causes virtually no pain. Since this laser can treat all skin types, treatments can be done throughout the summer, too! —Harvey Hillyer, Dermani Medspa, dermanimedspa.com
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man’s skin is different than a woman’s. “It is thicker, retains more moisture and loses collagen at a much slower rate,” Larsen explains. “But while a man’s skin appears to be hydrated and does not age as quickly, skin care is still vital for its health. Dirt, bacteria and other environmental influences affect a man’s skin as it does a woman’s, so while he might not need collagen-producing ingredients, he should use products with antioxidants. This will keep free radicals at bay, which can lead to the signs of aging or, in a worst case scenario, cancers.” Don’t be jealous, ladies. Men don’t have it all – their skin’s pores are larger than women’s. This means men should avoid heavier creams, which can clog their pores. But for anyone interested in anti-aging, some of the same ingredients are best across the board.
The Best in the Bottle To address the issues related to aging skin, a myriad of products are available – almost too many to navigate effectively. Don’t fret – we’ve polled local experts for their recommendations. For those of us interested in natural, organic products, HollyBeth Anderson, founder of HollyBeth Organics, says, “Keeping your skin ageless requires ingredients that deliver a balance of nutrients that heal, protect and nourish the cells. These nutrients can be found naturally in organic oils such as camellia, pomegranate and carrot BEST SELF ATLANTA
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Marlonda Currie from Defined ugaring tudio says, ydration and protection are important, but don t forget to e foliate! se an all natural sugar scrub twice a week to gently e foliate the skin. And ope Robison from the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics recommends chemical e foliations too. Monthly chemical e foliation treatments combined with a topical itamin C serum facial are ideal. Keeping your skin e foliated will help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, impro e skin te ture and impro e the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Another local fa e is the pumpkin e foliating peel incorporated into the anti aging facials at ufii Day pa. efine s garingst io co atlantainstit teo aesthetics co s fii ayspa co
seed, which work to soften the skin while protecting from free radical damage.” She adds, “I’m a big fan of camellia seed oil. It has UV protection properties and the ability to soften and diminish wrinkles with the help of polyphenols, antioxidants and vitamins.” A tip: Antioxidants work to
neutralize free radicals, so ensure your skin products are rich in these. Dr. Alan Gardner from Gardner Dermatology & Med Spa also encourages keeping an eye out for antioxidants, adding that a few other key anti-aging ingredients are tretinoin, retinols and sunscreen.
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But even if you check out the ingredient label, how can you be sure a product is organic if there are no regulations on cosmetics? Larsen advises, “Look for safety indicators, like the Certified Organic seal or Leaping Bunny certification (no animal testing or cruelty in the formulation process). You can also reference the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep Database, which provides third-party testing and safety information on products.” Anderson also points to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) list as a great resource for researching unknown ingredients. Silber says a favorite of hers is hyaluronic acid. “It’s an oil-free humectant that is like a drink of water for
FUN OUT OF THE SUN When it comes to anti aging, a oiding sun damage is key. Dr. Ale Gross from Georgia Dermatology Center says, A oid sun e posure and use sunscreen or greater to limit the effects of sun e posure. Look for broad spectrum products that include ingredients like inc or titanium dio ide for the best protection. ga er ctr co
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The beneficial ingredients don’t stop there, though. Julian Reynolds, owner of Julian’s Cosmetics and Skincare, recommends hexamidine, explaining that it restores the top layer of skin, thus retaining the skin’s moisture. “It’s now being used in serums, creams and lotions,” he adds. Anita Vadria from Fountain of Youth MD points to the benefits
Two of anti-aging’s best weapons? A good night’s sleep and regular exercise. For Julia James, neither was happening due to varicose vein pain. “My legs hurt so badly that I woke up hourly during the night. I’d stopped getting up early and working out.” Noticing those changes, James decided to seek treatment at VeinInnovations. After her treatments, she says, “I started sleeping like a baby! I was getting up between and 3 and working out in the morning again. When my family saw me in shorts for the first time in years, my year old great niece told me I looked good and should wear shorts more often. Getting my legs done ga e me back my confidence. veininnovations.com
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Carolyn G. Dudley has over 30 years’ experience in breast imaging. She attended Bryn Mawr College, Howard University and completed her Diagnostic Radiology residency at Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. he is board certified by the American Board of Radiology and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society. Dr. Dudley was one of the pioneers in developing techniques to diagnose breast cancer utilizing MRI. Presently, she has a private practice in Atlanta, Georgia where she offers patients a wide range of outpatient diagnostic services in a convenient and patient-friendly en ironment. er practice is the first non hospital facility in Georgia to offer the latest advancement in mammography: 3D Mammography (breast tomosynthesis). In addition, Dr. Dudley provides 2D Digital Mammography, bone densitometry and ultrasound utilizing the most up-to-date technology available.
EXCITING NEWS Diagnostic Radiology is pleased to announce that beginning in January 2015 3D mammograms for Medicare patients are now covered by Medicare insurance.
The American Cancer Society says that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer is detected in uences a woman s chance of sur i al. If detected early, the fi e year survival rate is 98 percent.1 3D mammography is an advanced, clinically proven screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast cancer detection. With conventional digital mammography, the radiologist is viewing all the complexities of the breast in one image. Sometimes breast tissue can overlap, giving the illusion of an abnormal area, or hide a small cancer. During the 3D mammogram, the X-ray arm sweeps over the breast taking multiple low dose images. Then, a computer produces a 3D image in one millimeter slices, decreasing tissue overlap. With the new C-View™ software, the 3D data is used to create the 2D images, eliminating the need for an additional X-ray exposure. Researchers are finding that ologic breast tomosynthesis combined with 2D mammography provides: • Greater than 25 percent improvement in o erall cancer detection rates, finding 40 percent more invasive cancers than conventional 2D mammography alone.3-5 • Better visualization of masses, distortions and asymmetric densities.6
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This 43-year-old fertility specialist works with Georgia Reproductive Specialists to build families and educate women about their health. She is also helping launch the local chapter of Fertility for Colored Girls this spring to improve fertility education and awareness for women of color. Desireé is also a mom of two who uses creative workouts and plant-focused meals to stay healthy and energized.
“I can accomplish anything I set out to do. Life continues to get better and better!” What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? My son, Jordan, is by far my best accomplishment. He is an Eagle Scout, graphic designer and a wonderful young man who is wise beyond his years. What is your favorite healthy meal? Salmon and asparagus with a nice glass of Cabernet. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I have been a leader in CPR/AED education for over 15 years, and I volunteer my time educating the public about the necessity of AED placement in the community and the importance of learning basic life support skills. I have been a volunteer with the Nader Parman Memorial Fund. Nader was a young boy who suffered sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 7 and did not survive. His mother, Sherri, is very active in educating people as to why we need AEDs wherever children play. Another passion of mine is working with adults with disabilities. In college, I worked to devise toothbrushes that physically handicapped people could use. In the dental practice that I currently work in, I have patients with both physical and mental disabilities, and they are all a true inspiration to me. What makes you laugh? The funny things my pug Miriam does, fun nights out with friends, and a really smart joke! What is your favorite quote? “An optimist is someone who figures that taking a step backward after taking a step forward is not a disaster, but more like a cha-cha.” What advice do you have for someone who isn’t yet over 40 and fabulous? Be mindful of your diet, exercise daily, take very good care of your skin and put your family first. These are very hard things to do when you are younger, but the earlier you learn this, the happier you will be. bestselfatlanta.com
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“Create your own definition of fabulous, and don’t be afraid to show your authentic self.” What is the best thing you’ve learned about yourself since turning 40? At over 40, I have truly gotten in touch with who I am and what I want out of life. I feel healthier and more beautiful than ever in my life! What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? I am most proud of my two sons. They are smart, funny, polite and compassionate boys who are going to change the world. What is your favorite book? “Beloved” by Toni Morrison What is your favorite way to work out? I do 400 reps with my weighted hula hoop a few times a week. It’s great for my core. I use a body bar for upper body, choose stairs over elevator and roller skate with my boys every chance I get. What is your favorite healthy meal? I start my day with a green smoothie of spinach, chard, avocado, flax meal and banana. I love to cook, and I can veganize almost any dish! What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I am a huge advocate for women’s health education. So many women tell me that they wish they had been educated about their reproductive options at a younger age, and I want to increase that awareness. I devote my time to health fairs and speaking engagements whenever I can, and I am excited to help launch the Atlanta Chapter of Fertility for Colored Girls support group this spring. Name something on your bucket list. Meet Stevie Wonder, make a guest appearance on Sesame Street, and go on an African safari with my sons. Where do you see yourself in 20 years? I will still be working hard in my practice and living each day to the fullest. It is such a privilege to help build families through my work, and I look forward to watching my babies grow up in the coming years. BEST SELF ATLANTA
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Nancy Nusbaum At age 45, Nancy Nusbaum serves as an assessment coordinator at GIVE Center West Campus, Gwinnett County Public Schools. Outside of school, though, she’s an open-water swimmer and a triathlon coach for underprivileged kids.
“You are only as old as you feel. Defy age expectations!” What is the best thing you’ve learned about yourself since turning 40? I’ve learned to stop apologizing. I’m comfortable in my own skin and the way I live my life. Also, you are only as old as you feel. Defy age expectations! What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? Whether counseling and
Michelle Ellis At age 53, Michelle is a health and fitness coach and a mom to 11-year-old Trey. As a volunteer with multiple organizations, she works hard to share the love and empathy her family instilled in her, and she takes great care of herself along the way.
“I’ve learned to focus my time and energy on the truly valuable things in life: faith, family and friends.” What is the best thing you’ve learned about yourself since turning 40? The value of material items pales in comparison to the things that really matter. What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? My greatest accomplishment has been giving birth to a healthy son after being told my chances of conceiving after 40 were slim-tonone. He is now a healthy, happy 11-year-old. What is your favorite way to work out? Kickboxing and weight training three to four times per week. What is your favorite healthy meal? Grilled fish and veggies with a salad or rice.
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assisting students in being successful or coaching children to compete in their first triathlon, empowering children to realize their full potential is my best accomplishment. What is your favorite book? “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. It reminds me not to discount my journey and that what I seek may have been under my nose the entire time. What is your favorite way to work out? My favorite workout is open water swimming, preferably in the ocean. What is your favorite healthy meal? Right now, a heaping salad of organic greens and veggies topped with a salmon is my go-to meal. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? As head swim coach of Tri Kids Atlanta, I have collaborated with the other coaches and conducted the Tri Kids swim workouts the past five years. The organization provides training, equipment and financial support to kids interested in competing in triathlons. I have also volunteered with Urban Perform, chaired the Ovarian Cycle annual fundraising event and worked with Team Legacy Youth Triathlon Camp. I get inspired by seeing others succeed at something they thought was impossible. Where do you see yourself in 20 years? Diana Nyad swam from Cuba to Florida when she was 64 – so the possibilities are endless!
What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I regularly host cooking classes to teach women how to integrate nutrition into their lives. I further pour into the hearts of women and children through my volunteer service with The Atlanta Women’s Foundation, The C5 Foundation, Jack & Jill and AAMO boys (African American Manhood Organization). What is your favorite quote? “When your desire to change is greater than your desire to stay the same, great things happen.” Where do you see yourself in 20 years? Hopefully I can inspire Best Self to create a new competition: “Stunning over 70!”
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Trina Floyd At 47, Trina works with her husband at Flawless Painting and is a regular volunteer at the Aflac Cancer Center. Inspired by her own mother’s cancer journey, she’s always on the lookout for ways to support cancer patients and keep herself healthy along the way.
“Life is precious, and every day is a gift!” What is the best thing you’ve learned about yourself since turning 40? There are several: I cannot change another human being. I am growing and developing into the best version of myself. Happiness is a choice. What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? My daughter, Kalea, is my best
Julie White At 55, Julie is the owner of Fit: To Be fitness studio and a supporter of local Urban Perform, which provides fitness programs to underserved children in Atlanta. Her journey of self-acceptance and living life to the fullest has culminated in her own fitness studio and all-around healthy lifestyle.
“I used to be so hard on myself, but the truth is that I’m just fine the way I am.” What is your favorite way to work out? My favorite workout is the one I developed in my backyard – seriously – and what I teach: it is a combination of what I’ve learned over the last 20 years and what works for me. What is your favorite healthy meal? A delicious green smoothie makes me feel great. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I donate 100 percent of the proceeds of one Fit: To Be class per month to Urban Perform, which provides fitness programs to help fight obesity in underserved Atlanta neighborhoods. I think it’s important to keep it local and to find ways to help people in our own communities.
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accomplishment and greatest, gift for sure! I raised her as a single parent 14 out of 22 years – challenging, yet incredibly rewarding. What is your favorite book? “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brené Brown. It encourages each of us to embrace being beautifully imperfect and living wholeheartedly. My copy is all marked up, dog-eared, circled and starred with my favorite parts! What is your favorite way to work out? With my trainer Julian at SFX Fitness. He reminds me I’m capable of more than I realize. What is your favorite healthy meal? Grilled fish and my husband’s delicious Brussels sprouts. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? Every Wednesday since 2006, I volunteer at the Aflac Cancer Center. I give blankets and pillows to the children, play games with them, grab Starbucks for the parents, transport patients in wheelchairs or be a shoulder to lean on – basically whatever needs to be done that day. My philosophy is to treat every family the way I would want to be treated if my daughter was the patient. My daughter and I also created a business called Bead a Blessing, and we donate 10 percent of our sales to help meet the practical needs of families going through cancer. What inspired you to do this particular kind of charity work? Experiencing my mom’s cancer journey forever changed my life and the lives around me. Life is precious, and every day is a gift!
What makes you laugh? John Stewart and Stephen Colbert. Over the last 10 years, the most consistent laughs I’ve gotten are from those guys. Don’t ask me how I feel about John Stewart retiring. OMG. Who helps you be your best self? My wonderful Fit: To Be colleagues, especially Bryn Chafin, who is my right hand, and Karen Snider, Claudia Marcela, Marshall Harbison and Ashley Marrone, who bring their best and most innovative teaching to my studio. Above all, Kimberly Stewart. Not only is she my best friend and love, she believes in me. She challenges me to go for what I want most in my life. She inspires, loves and supports me, no matter what. What advice do you have for someone who isn’t yet over 40 and fabulous? Realize that you are good enough.
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at age 43 after being considered high risk for my age. This inspired me to share my story and start my business/network Glamour Girl Fitness to motivate women particularly of a mature age to improve their overall health and fitness through a lasting lifestyle change.
At 46, Jackie Madison is a lifestyle and weight management specialist. She provides her services through Southern Plastic Surgery, P.C., and her own business, Glamour Girl Fitness. She’s also mom to two kids and an advocate for healthy living at every age.
What is your favorite book? “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” by Joseph Murphy. It provides the tools you need to unlock your mind to obtain the things you desire in life.
“Age ain’t nothing but a number. Embrace it!” What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? My best accomplishment is giving birth to a beautiful baby girl
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“There are always ups and downs to every phase of life, and the ups of this age are fantastic!” What is the best thing you’ve learned about yourself since turning 40? We all have a purpose, and my purpose has become very clear to me as I have become older, which has led to a sense of happiness and peace. What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? My family. We have two children, a 7-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl, and my hope is to raise them to feel the same unconditional love that I grew up with. What is your favorite healthy meal? I am particularly fond of breakfast and love starting the day with almond milk, gluten-free waffles and an egg.
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What is your favorite way to work out? My favorite way to workout is with my husband doing cardio combined with strength training exercises. What is your favorite healthy meal? I really love grilled chicken and broccoli. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? My favorite way to give back is participating in health fairs within the community by educating on lifestyle and weight management. I annually support and participate in Relay For Life, volunteer on my son’s school council and work with the health and wellness ministry at New Life Church. What is your most embarrassing moment? When I was supposed to be listening in on a conference call for a meeting, I accidentally unmuted my phone, and the other participants could hear me placing an order for fast food. Name something on your bucket list. To appear on a nationally syndicated daytime talk show.
What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I love everything the Miss America Program stands for, and the scholarships I won through competing completely paid for medical school. Since winning Miss Georgia 1993 and placing first runner-up to Miss America, I have prioritized giving back to this fantastic organization whenever I can. I have judged numerous local and state pageants throughout the years. It is quite a time commitment, but I have met so many wonderful people. What makes you laugh? When my children laugh, I laugh! We enjoy sitting down as a family and watching old “Three’s Company” reruns.
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Kat Spivey Busy as a UXD / Customer Experience Consultant at Slalom Consulting by day, Kat Spivey still makes time to serve on the board of the Mark Carroll and Friends foundation and help organize toy drives and fundraisers each year. At 44, her adventurous spirit keeps life fun and fabulous.
“Being healthy and working hard are important, but so is eating your favorite dessert or staying up way too late with friends. It’s all about balance.”
What is your favorite way to give back to your community? My favorite way of giving back is during the holidays, helping to provide funds and toys for families in need. It breaks my heart to think of a child waking up Christmas morning without gifts or a family meal. I became a board member of the Mark Carroll and Friends charity the year I turned 40, and it has been some of the most rewarding work I have ever experienced. Last year we raised 2,000 toys and $42,000 dollars that we donated to various organizations to help those families in need. With Mark Carroll’s vision, our goal is to double that in 2015. What makes you laugh? Jimmy Fallon and Ellen DeGeneres – no one makes me laugh like those two. Name something on your bucket list. Number one item on my bucket list is to meet and spend time with an elephant. I am intrigued by their high intellect, beauty, grace and the emotional connection they have with people. Who helps you be your best self? I enjoy Core Fusion classes at exhale Spa and weight training at LA Fitness. Alyson at Visà-vis Salon is my amazing hair colorist, and Rachel Jenniges at Coleman Alexander Salon is my fabulous hair stylist. I enjoy facials and skin treatments at Blue Med Spa. Where do you see yourself in 20 years? I see myself traveling all over the world with my siblings and my dear friends.
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Jocelyn A. McCarthy As an indoor cycling “Cycologist” at the new Cyc Fitness Buckhead, Jocelyn McCarthy is fit at 47. She’s also an independent brand partner at Nerium International, a wife and mom of four who enjoys travel, giving back and staying active. How has your perception of this age changed since you were younger? Now I realize that with every year I am blessed with, I gain exponentially. Wisdom is a precious gift that only comes with age. What is your favorite way to work out? My favorite workouts have always involved a combination of intense cardio with focused strength training – and it has to be fun! What is your favorite healthy meal? Broiled salmon, sautéed asparagus and wild rice. Yum! What is your favorite way to give back to your community? Our family is keenly aware of the world around us. Being so incredibly blessed, we are always looking for ways to give back, especially to those less fortunate than ourselves. Together we’ve served at The Nicholas House (a transitional housing center for the homeless) and Sheltering Arms Early Education & Learning Center, and we regularly donate to nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping those in need such as Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Heifer International, Samaritan’s Purse, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Vietnam Veterans of America and Hope House. What advice do you have for someone who isn’t yet over 40 and fabulous? Pay the closest attention to what goes on inside your own mind, heart, body and soul. Most of the answers we seek from others already exist within us. bestselfatlanta.com
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Claire Pearson As a wellness and lifestyle coach and musician at age 40, Claire Pearson is always looking for ways to stay passionate and give back. What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? I learned to play the guitar in my 30s as a stress reliever and have since released two albums as Pearson Perry and started a songwriters group, Atlanta Intown Songwriters, that has over 500 members. I’m pretty proud of that! What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I use my passion for music as a way to give back. I regularly perform at no charge or I donate 100 percent of the proceeds to nonprofit causes I believe in, such as Partnership Against Domestic Violence, Georgia Breast Cancer Coalition Fund, Children’s Restoration Network and 500 Songs for Kids. Name something on your bucket list. I’d really like to sing at least one song on stage with the Indigo Girls!
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Hope Knosher As the founder of Hope’s Yoga, Hope Knosher is a yoga teacher, writer, speaker and healthy living enthusiast. At 52, she is also a cancer survivor who finds her inspiration to give back in her own survival story. What do you consider to be your best accomplishment? I have two beautiful teenage daughters that I am so proud of. As I made my way through cancer, I found myself in a yoga studio in the hope that it would in some way help me to heal. I felt directly called to teach, write and to share my story about how yoga and mindfulness, along with a healthy diet, can help others to live a more connected and meaningful life. That is when I founded Hope’s Yoga and began teaching, speaking and writing. I consider both having my daughters and founding Hope’s Yoga as callings from my heart. I am deeply touched and transformed by both. What is your favorite book? “The Untethered Soul” by Michael A. Singer What is your favorite way to give back to your community? I have had the privilege of working with the 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer for the past few years, and I will be leading a free yoga class on the lawn at Avalon on October 1 to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Thank you to everyone who supported this year’s Over 40 & Fabulous! contest! From our Advisory Board members and prize package contributors to the people who made the photo shoot and party a success, we couldn’t have done it without you.
2015 Over 40 & Fabulous! Advisory Board Dr. Dina Giesler, Atlanta Smiles and Wellness Madison James, B98.5 Amanda Hair, Bob Steele Salon Diana Hofsommer, Camp Horizon Molly Hopkins and Cynthia Decker, Livi Rae Lingerie Dr. Brian Maloney, Maloney Center for Facial Plastic Surgery Dr. Tara Frix, Total HealthCare
Prize package contributors Escape to Blue Ridge Maloney Center for Facial Plastic Surgery Livi Rae Lingerie Bob Steele Salon Atlanta Smiles and Wellness
Karen Burns At age 44, Karen is a commercial photographer and branding specialist. She and her husband are even expanding into filmmaking, with their debut documentary airing this month on PBA30. When she’s not busy working, she volunteers as the photographer for Camp Horizon. What is your favorite way to give back to your community? My husband and I have volunteered for Camp Horizon as camp photographers for 16 years. Through this we learned that nearly 70 percent of children in foster care will be homeless or in prison in their lifetime. In more cases than I would like to believe, the only pictures some of these children have are the images I have taken of them at camp. What makes you laugh? I love silly comedies like Monty Python.
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Photo shoot contributors Host Venue – Le Fais do-do Photographer – Dan Sawyer, Sawyer Photography Stylist – Eboné Smiley, The Smiley Effect Hair and Makeup – Nyssa Green and Brandi Mallory from The Green Room Agency, and Alicia Benton, Noelle Boyd, Ashlenn Hollingsworth, Lauren Simpson and Alex Daniel from Aura Hair & Makeup
What is your favorite quote? “Never look down on anyone unless you are helping them up.”
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What advice do you have for someone who isn’t yet over 40 and fabulous? Do not worry so much about your age. Life gets richer with every year, awakening you to new experiences and a better self then you were before.
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In today’s world of endless messages about diet and weight loss options, sometimes it can be easy to pay attention to the wrong ones – ones that get you the results you want, but in a way that isn’t the healthiest for your body. Even Madison James experienced this during her first forays into figure competitions. “I became very obsessed about the wrong things,” she remembers. “For me, it was extreme dieting. And when you do that, you are depriving your body of things that it needs. You think you look great, but it can be a very dangerous situation. My levels were thrown off – my hormones were not balanced, and my body didn’t know what was going on.” She ended up in the doctor’s office, realizing that there had to be a healthier way to look the way she wanted to.
“Treat every life experience as a lesson. Good or bad, it’s an opportunity for growth and selfimprovement!”
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Now, she’s found that. With regular meals of healthy, whole food and just three 30-minute workouts per week, James has her body and her life in balance. She says, “It’s very important for me to share with people that there’s a way you can be your best self and not be in the gym all day and counting calories. There’s a much easier way to do it.” b985.com
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When Diana Hofsommer started her role as Camp Horizon’s Director of Development, she quickly realized the inherent challenges compared with a traditional for-profit business. She explains, “Even though Camp Horizon has been around since 1982, the external climate changed significantly over those three decades. As foundations and large corporations have made their giving programs more sophisticated, many small charities have struggled to keep pace. Most grantors will not provide continuing support, while more formal fundraising events are expensive.
As a former foster youth herself, Hofsommer has worked to help overcome those challenges in her volunteer role. “My goal has been to facilitate increased awareness and better relationships in our community to benefit Camp Horizon’s programs for abused and neglected youth,” she explains. “Matching people’s passions with worthwhile causes is an ever-present challenge but worthwhile endeavor. Most small charities are perpetually underfunded. I’d like to see more people donating in general to support good causes but also specifically on a local level, in addition to wherever else they choose to give.” comphorizon.net
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“To live my best life, I aim for being true to myself, especially when that means sticking up for what I believe. I like being a part of making the world a better place, even if it means pushing through difficult situations to get there.”
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Dr. Brian Maloney grew up in rural Ohio, with parents who were “hard-working, salt of the earth people,” he says. They instilled in him an appreciation for giving back, which manifests itself in his involvement with the Atlanta Day Shelter and even through his early work in reconstructive surgery. “As I went through my residency,” he remembers, “I would rebuild faces from scratch after car accidents and gunshot wounds, taking bone from the rib and hips and skull.” Those years reconstructing every part of the face gave him an intimate understanding of the nuances of facial surgery and honed his skills.
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“My best life philosophy is to live every day to the fullest. Tomorrow is promised to no one.” Eventually, he began to focus on cosmetic surgery. He compares the two, saying, “With reconstructive surgery, we’re taking an abnormal feature and trying to make it look normal; with cosmetic surgery, we’re taking a normal feature and trying to enhance it.” And with each kind of surgery, Dr. Maloney says, he encountered overwhelming gratitude from his patients. “It’s neat to have patients writing letters to share how the surgery changed their lives.” maloneycenter.com bestselfatlanta.com
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Despite her last name, Amanda Hair hasn’t always worked in the hair industry. In fact, before her current role with Bob Steele Salon, she was in retail management. “I decided that was not what I wanted to do for the rest of my life – I wanted time to focus on my family. It just happened that I was a client of Bob Steele Salon, and they needed someone who could manage the salon location.” She jumped at the chance, quickly rising through the ranks to become co-owner and, by 2009, CEO.
“Every decision I make, I pose this question to myself: ‘Will I maintain the time needed to be a good wife, mother and leader to the team?’”
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It wasn’t just the great opportunity that attracted her, though. “I just really loved the industry,” Hair says. “I loved the people and the core values that we represent at Bob Steele Salon. The people that I work with are truly caring people – probably the nicest people that I have ever met. I’m living my passion.” In addition to leading her team, Amanda chairs an elite salon industry organization, The 2to10 Project, and enjoys being active in Vistage, a national organization for CEOs. In her downtime, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, and their 10-year-old daughter, Mia. bobsteele.com
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“My best life advice for anyone is to get to the gym three to five times a week. Our bodies recover better when we are strong and have fewer injuries.”
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Today, she’s living her vision at Total HealthCare, helping patients eliminate joint pain without relying on the all-too-common cortisone injections and joint replacements. “I love giving patients their life back and getting them active again,” she says. totalhealthmed.com
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“Work harder than anyone else. Stay focused, never give up, and never ever forget who you serve!” After graduation and a residency at the Oklahoma Medical Center, Dr. Giesler ran a public health clinic in Plainview, Texas. “I’ve always practiced health and wellness, and I strive every day to talk the talk and walk the walk!” After selling her practice in Houston, to move to Atlanta in 1997, she started Atlanta Smiles and Wellness.
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Dr. Giesler’s Atlanta Smiles Foundation provides pro-bono dentistry and plastic surgery to domestic violence survivors. “Your smile is the universal language and goes with you everywhere you go, and I know I am blessed to be a cosmetic dentist and help others achieve the smile they deserve.”atlantasmiles.com
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The inspiration to work in the lingerie industry was a logical one for Molly Hopkins, co-founder of Livi Rae Lingerie. Hopkins’ experience began in third grade, when she couldn’t find any undergarment options that weren’t black, beige or white. She remembers thinking, “This can’t be it!” After meeting Cynthia Decker while working at another lingerie shop, they decided to open their own boutique to meet the style and size needs for all women.
“Sometimes the impossible is possible, but you will never know until you try.” At Livi Rae Lingerie, Decker says they are constantly surprised at how many people wear the wrong size bra. That’s partially because women like Hopkins herself have few resources to find large-cup bras. Decker reveals, “We’re in the process of designing our own bra, and hopefully we’ll be able to satisfy the needs of somebody who’s 50 N besides just one style in four different colors.”
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After years in this industry, Hopkins and Decker know one thing for sure: focusing on the customer herself is just as important as focusing on fit. After they’ve helped a client, Hopkins says,“They feel like we’ve really taken the time to cater to their needs. Our clients become our friends.” Hopkins adds,“I don’t know any place I can go that I’ll get a hug from the person that helps me. We hug a lot in our store – it’s very emotional, and it’s very bonding.” So whether you come in just for a bra or for some emotional support, Hopkins sums up the experience with the phrase, “Change your bra, change your life.” liviraelingerie.com bestselfatlanta.com
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ROCK THE CURE Benefiting diabetes research, this annual event at Sweetwater Brewery features live music, local beer, food and raffle prizes. jdrfrockthecure.org
June 6 STRONG4LIFE SUPERHERO SPRINT Held at Piedmont Park, this 5K and 1-mile fun run benefit the Strong4Life movement. choa.org
June 6-7 FLYING COLORS BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL Hundreds of butterflies will be released at this weekendlong festival benefiting the Chattahoochee Nature Center. chattnaturecenter.org
5TH ANNUAL TUNES FROM THE TOMBS This event benefits the Historic Oakland Cemetery and features performances in the monuments and gardens. oaklandcemetery.com
June 14 37TH ANNUAL POSSUM TROT This 10K race and 1-mile fun run benefit the Chattahoochee Nature Center. chattnaturecenter.org
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