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I like to think my healthy habits (and a few innocent suggestions) have rubbed off on the men in my life. My granddad began a morning walking routine, my dad cut out his potato chip habit and even my husband (pictured at left) started reading Best Self Atlanta.

It’s so inspiring to see how people can make simple changes in their lives for the better, and the men we’ve interviewed for this issue are no exception (p. 39). Despite their diverse backgrounds, they all share the common goal of staying active and healthy even with the challenges of busy lives and demanding careers.

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What is a common mistake people make that ages them?

As a fitness professional, a common mistake I see is not making exercise a part of your daily life. After all, exercise keeps you young by assisting with maintaining a healthy weight. Exercise releases “happy hormones,” which in turn leads to a healthy outlook on life. Exercise also keeps your skeletal and muscular systems strong, which contributes to great posture and the ability to continue to do the things you did 10 or 20 years ago.

What is a simple way to look 10 years younger?

Use sunscreen. Wrinkles and sunspots can really be telling.

What is your favorite quote about staying young?

“Age is just a number. It’s totally irrelevant unless, of course, you happen to be a bottle of wine.”

- Jackie Collins What is the secret for looking great at any age?

I believe looking great starts from the inside and works its way out. You need to eat clean, perform exercises that will increase your cardiorespiratory, muscle and skeletal systems and choose to do things that will lower your stress level.

What are three activities people can do to stay young?

Exercise is #1. “Make me happy” moments are #2, and #3 is to be with the one you love.

What is a common mistake people make that ages them?

Choosing a hair color that is too dark. As we age, skin tones change and a lighter, softer color that complements the skin works best. Overprocessing the hair is also a quick way of aging yourself.

Always have a professional stylist perform your color service versus using an athome hair color product, which is higher in ammonia.

Also, overlapping the color will over-process and deplete your hair of proteins, thus causing damage and a dull luster over time.

What is a simple way to look 10 years younger?

Adding highlights around the face is a great solution.

This brightens the face and complements skin tone, giving a much more youthful appearance.

What is your favorite quote about staying young?

“Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.” - Buddha What is the secret for looking great at any age?

Surround yourself with things that make you happy, find the beauty within yourself and be confident.

What are three activities people can do to stay young?

Exercise every day, eat healthy and enjoy your life!

What is a common mistake people make that ages them?

First is not taking good care of their skin. Second is wearing too much makeup. The majority of women wear the same makeup they’ve been wearing since their early 20s, and heavy foundation can age you. I’d suggest getting a makeup update every year or so to stay current.

What is a simple way to look 10 years younger?

Antioxidant-rich skincare.

Also, stay away from hard lines on the face, such as heavy eyeliner, overdrawn lipliners or the wrong color of concealer. All of these things will draw attention to fine lines and wrinkles.

Muted color and softer application will make the face look smoother.

What is your favorite quote about staying young?

“It takes a lot of money to look this cheap.”

- Dolly Parton What is the secret for looking great at any age?

Age is just a number and your state of mind is key.

If you are truly happy with who you are, that youthful spirit will shine through.

What are three activities people can do to stay young?

(1) Live a healthy lifestyle (2) Do something you love to do (3) Be present in your life, stop stressing and appreciate everything you have.

What is a common mistake people make that ages them?

They smoke and drink in excess, and this can lead to discoloration of the teeth.

Smoking affects all organs of the body including the skin. Smokers tend to look 10 years older than someone who doesn’t smoke, and we know it may take 10 years off your life span. Keep your face covered up in the sun with hats, sunglasses and sunscreen.

What is a simple way to look 10 years younger?

I recommend getting your teeth cosmetically enhanced to help you achieve a more natural and younger look. Some enhancements can include whitening, straightening, bonding or veneering.

What is your favorite quote about staying young?

“You are what you eat.”

- Anthelme Brillat-Savarin What is the secret for looking great at any age?

There are several things you can do to look great like exercising, taking care of your skin, eating raw food, getting your minerals, plenty of sleep and bioidentical hormone treatments. Also, do everything in moderation.

What are three activities people can do to stay young?

Exercise, eat a raw diet including JUICE PLUS and supplements, and dance!

What is a common mistake people make that ages them?

I see women wear too much makeup. Also, occasionally they wear the wrong length skirt; it’s either too short or too long.

What is a simple way to look 10 years younger?

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What is your favorite quote about staying young?

“You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.”

- George Bernard Shaw What is the secret for looking great at any age?

Celebrate life. Live a happy life both physically and emotionally.

Embrace the wisdom that comes with age, it beats the heck out of the alternative.

What are three activities people can do to stay young?

Stay out of the sun, stay fit and maintain close relationships with family and friends. Nothing is as important as the support of your posse.

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Peachtree Road Race

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Second Annual Atlanta Street Food Festival

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July 14 / 7:30 a.m. Join in the fun at one or both of these scenic runs. Hard Knox Plaza, 1719 N Roberts Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA, www.locomotiveraceseries.com, $30

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Third Annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival July 27 / 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Take a break from the heat to cool off with a delicious treat. Then burn off those calories with health and fitness activities.

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Aug. 2 / 9 a.m. Enter the Dye Zone, a big color festival, and get doused with colors as you run through this race. Team registration is $40 and individual is $45. Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Drive SE, Atlanta, GA, www.runordye.com

Recreational Tree Climbing

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Patients usually get neurotoxin injections for the forehead, glabella (area between eyebrows) and crow’s feet area around the eyes.

While injectables like Botox® soften lines, fillers are used to restore fullness mostly in the lower half of the face. The most well-known fillers are hyaluronic acids (Juvederm® and Restylane®, or Perlane®), calcium hydroxylapatide (Radiesse®), man-made biodegradable polymers (Sculptura) and microscopic beads and bovine collagen (Artefill). These fillers are most commonly injected into nasolabial folds (creases from the sides of the nose to the corner of the mouth), marionette lines, cheeks, fine lines above the mouth, hands and upper or lower lip. They are also sometimes used to treat scars, hollow areas under the eyes and earlobes.

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Restylane®, on the other hand, is a gel made of small molecules and is used for correcting thin superficial lines around the mouth, forehead and smile lines, according to Dr. Matteo Taerri of Advanced Anti-Aging and Aesthetic Medicine. Fillers can also be used to replenish volume under the eyes. “There are several FDA-approved fillers as well as one’s own fat that can be safely injected into the hollowness under the eyes,” says Dr. Seth Yellin of Marietta Facial Plastic Surgery.

Another anti-aging treatment called Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) uses the patient’s own blood that has been transformed into platelet rich plasma to stimulate the stem cells of the dermis. “The PRP is injected into areas to rejuvenate or volumize them by supercharging the body’s capacity for healing and tissue repair,” Dr. Taerri explains. This method can be used to repair crinkling skin around the eyes, on cheeks, smile lines and even the neck. And according to Dr. Jerry L. Cooper, owner of Atlanta Dermatology & Laser Surgery, “everything old is new again.” He uses silicon (brand name Silikon 1000®), which he calls “a very safe and pure, FDA-approved compound” to create a permanent correction for wrinkles and folds.

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New products are developed regularly, which means treatments are increasingly specific to patients’ needs. “The industry is always coming up with new products, and coming on the horizon are new injectables like Volumna and Belotero®, stem cell injections, a topical Botox® called RevanceTM and new wrinkle repair agents like PurTox. All of these promise to be better options,” Dr. Castillo explains.

Belotero Balance® is a new cross-linked hyaluronic acid injectable filler that satisfies a niche in the injectable product market by being less viscous and less stiff. According to Dr. Yellin, it is best suited for the treatment of fine lines around the mouth and is superior to any other available injectable for that purpose.

Advancements also work to combat known reactions like allergies. For example, Xeomin® is the newest botulinum product. “It works just like Botox® but has the advantage of being pure botulinum without any additional carrier proteins that can create an allergic reaction in a small number of patients,” he explains.

With so many options, the most challenging aspect of injectables and fillers could be fashioning the best and most cost-effective treatment plan. Being armed with information and the right questions will help ensure good results that won’t break the bank. Dr. Cooper suggests finding out what to expect from the treatment, how long the results should last and whether there are any unwanted side effects. You will also want to know exactly who will perform the injections and how long the doctor has worked with cosmetic injectables and fillers. Is the injector board-certified by the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Plastic Surgery or American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery? If not, what are their credentials and how long have they been administering injections?

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Finally, develop a treatment plan that is based on your actual needs and considers the long term. Keep your budget in sight by remembering that “more is more and not necessarily better,” Dr. Castillo says.

While there is typically no real downtime with these procedures other than some temporary bruising and swelling that can be easily covered with makeup, the length of results vary considerably. Over time the body breaks down and rejects the fillers, which means that repetition of the procedures is necessary. Injections like Botox® typically last three to six months.

Fillers usually last longer, from about eight months to up to two years, and silicone injections are more permanent.

The Price Point Comparing prices on procedures can be another challenge. Most people have seen billboards that advertise Botox® for as little as $10, but in that case, the fee refers to the unit of product, not to the entire treatment cost. Each area of the face will typically require several units. Many doctors charge by the area treated rather than by the unit, and it gets even more complicated than that.

“Pricing can vary based on anything from location to amount of product used to injector experience,” says Dr. Robert Colgrove of Vinings Surgery Center and Blue Divine Aesthetics.

Beware of very low prices, which could indicate that the products were not purchased in the United States. This may allow the injector to offer a cheaper price, “but could be dangerous to patients,” Dr. Castillo cautions.

In fact, it is very easy to “cheat” when injecting a neurotoxin because the product comes dehydrated and must be reconstituted with saline. There is no standard dilution, and therefore no way for a patient to know how many units she receives per area, according to Dr. Yellin.

The average price per unit for Botox®, when injected by a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon, is about $12 to $15 per unit. If a patient needs 25 units for full correction of forehead wrinkles, and the doctor charges $12 per unit, it would cost the patient $300. If that patient went to another doctor for a second opinion, he may recommend injecting only 15 units, resulting in a partial correction, but the patient would pay a lot less. “The results, of course, will depend upon the placement, skill and ability of the injector,” Dr. Gardner says.

Although legally, many professionals are permitted to inject these products, choosing the right injector is as important as selecting the right product. “When entrusting your face to a health care professional, the provider you choose can mean the difference between looking fabulous or freaky,” Dr. Yellin says. “From the initial analysis of your face, to the products and techniques selected to correct sagging skin, textural changes and volume loss, the rejuvenation of your face is an artistic endeavor honed by years of experience.”

Physicians, nurse practitioners, physicians’ assistants and registered nurses who have been trained in injectables can inject, but experience and training of the injector are always most important. “Referrals from other patients are a great way to find good injectors,” Dr. Colgrove says.

So if you are considering injectables, discuss the many options available with your dermatologist or plastic surgeon to develop a treatment plan that is ideal for your face. When done correctly, these small, non-surgical procedures can take years off your appearance.

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• The cannulas are not a guarantee that you won’t bruise, but it definitely decreases the likelihood by 90 percent.

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Editorial Resources Katia Castillo, MD – WOW Aesthetics, www.wowaesthetics.com Robert Colgrove, MD – Blue Divine Aesthetics, www.bluedivine.com and Vinings Surgery Center www.colgrove.com Jerry L. Cooper, MD – Atlanta Dermatology & Laser Surgery, www.atlantadermatologyexperts.com Alan Gardner, MD – Gardner Dematology & Med Spa, www.gardnerdermatology.com Mike Majmundar, MD - Northside Facial Cosmetic Surgery, www.northsideplasticsurgery.com Matteo Taerri, MD – Advanced Anti-Aging, www.a4mmd.com

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The Mane Event It’s no secret that a head of healthy hair is sexy. Keep yours intact by eating a diet of salmon, walnuts and spinach. These foods provide essential nutrients for growing health such as protein, vitamins D and E, biotin, and omega-3 fatty acids. Don’t worry if you don’t see immediate results. It can take several months before you see a difference in your hair, depending on how quickly your hair grows. Losing some off the top?

Maybe it’s time to consider implants or hair restoration surgery – make sure to see a professional before starting any treatment.

Skin Deep According to a new study published in the “Journal of Investigative Dermatology,” men get more cancer in the “peripheral” areas of the scalp, forehead, temples, ears and neck. The Skin Cancer Foundation found that men over 50 are more than twice as likely as women to develop skin cancer. The reason for this is they are less likely to visit the doctor. The bottom line? Protect all areas of your skin by applying sunscreen (at least 30 SPF), wearing protective clothing and limiting your time in the sun. Also, make sure to get an annual skin screening.

Gut Check Stomach troubles can originate from foods you may be eating every day.

An elimination diet can help you identify foods that have been causing the low-level chronic conditions such as heart burn that have been plaguing you for years according to Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride, developer of the GAPS (gut and psychology syndrome) diet. To start an elimination diet, cut out common allergenic foods for three to four weeks.

This would mean avoiding foods like dairy, wheat,

nightshades (eggplant, tomatoes), conventionally raised meats, legumes, sugars and citrus. After the initial 21 to 28 day period, add back in one type of food per week. Take note of any changes in your mood, energy level, or general state of wellness. Consult a professional to make sure you are cutting the right foods from your diet.

Leg Go Your legs may not seem like an area of major concern, but as the essential method of getting from place to place, you should keep them in top condition. Dr. Marc Hamilton of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center, the nation’s leading obesity research facility, tells us that one of the biggest threats to your leg health is sitting in a chair all day. Sitting creates unnatural points of pressure, which can cause poor blood circulation and (in extreme cases) deep vein thrombosis. So, get moving and walk around!

Take frequent breaks throughout the day to get moving. The simple motion of walking helps blood pump through your legs, improves muscle tone, and can actually improve your insulin sensitivity. Another trick used by professional athletes to help with legs is to blast them with cold water at the end of your shower. According to a study published in the "Journal of Science Medicine," cold water helps improve circulation. It can also help reduce soreness and swelling after a workout.

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Eye See You If eyes are the windows to the soul, make sure you keep those windows clear. The two biggest dangers to eyes are the sun and a computer screen. Protect yours by wearing sunglasses that block 100 percent of UVA and UVB light. Spending hours a day staring at a computer screen or cell phone can cause eyestrain, dry eyes and headaches, so take frequent breaks. If you find your eyes hurting, try using glasses specially designed to reduce glare. As we age the muscles in the eyes weaken, however by maintaining a healthy diet, you can slow this progression. The American Optometric Association recommends getting five sources of nutrients to support eye health: lutein and zeaxanthin, found in green leafy vegetables, can help reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases; Vitamin C can help reduce the chance of developing cataracts; Vitamin E helps protect eyes from free radical damage, and omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to support development and function of retinas.

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Tough Tooth Brushing and flossing daily is essential to keeping teeth and gums healthy, but diet is also an important factor. The key is choosing foods that promote mineralization and suppress bacterial growth because your teeth are living tissue, and need the proper building blocks to stay healthy. Eat foods high in calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D such as sesame seeds, dried herbs, almonds and herring. The bacteria that live on your teeth and gums are responsible for producing plaque and dental decay, so keep bacteria at bay by avoiding sweets. Try anti-bacterial foods like coconut which has been shown to be effective against oral bacteria. Lastly, make sure you go in for regular dental check-ups.

Keep It Pumping You’re probably aware that risk factors like being overweight, stress and smoking can increase the chances of having a heart attack, but what you may not know are two of the latest findings in heart health research: • Work stress may be a killer, but as it turns out, the stress of unemployment has been connected to heart attacks in recent years.

The study, sponsored by the National Institutes of Aging, suggests that you are 22 percent more likely to have a heart attack if you are unemployed.

•Probiotics, foods rich in healthful microorganisms, like sauerkraut, yogurt and fermented pickles can help your body increase beneficial levels of HDL cholesterol, which are associated with low levels of inflammation and relaxed veins and arteries. The healthier your pipes, the healthier your pump.

What’s Up Down There?

Keeping everything south of the border functioning normally depends a lot on good health. According to the Centers for Disease Control, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men in the U.S., after skin cancer. There are two tests to screen for prostate cancer, a digital rectal exam and a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. This test looks for PSA, a substance that may be found in high amounts in men with prostate cancer. However, a high PSA level does not always point to cancer. Consider your own health and lifestyle and talk with a health care professional about your personal risk for prostate cancer. Keep your groin and prostate functioning well by paying attention to diet, stress levels and fitness. The leading physical cause of erectile dysfunction is inflammation associated with high blood pressure. When a man becomes aroused, the constrictions on the blood supply to the penis are relaxed, allowing an erection to develop. But if you have high levels of inflammation, those constrictions cannot be relaxed. Lower your body’s level of inflammation with proper diet and exercise. A diet high in omega-3 fatty acids will help to balance the pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids found in processed foods. Other causes of erectile dysfunction can come from certain medications, depression, low levels of testosterone and stress. Be sure to consult a physician if you suspect any of these might be causes.

Plant Your Feet Home to 52 bones and approximately 15,000 nerve endings, your feet are critical for your overall health. Unfortunately, the shoes we wear do little to help us in this regard according to authors Michael Sandler and Jessica Lee of the book “Barefoot Walking.” Shoes push your toes together, which creates a narrower plank on which to stand. This creates abnormal stress on arches and ankles. Additionally, the sole of a modern shoe can tilt your hips forward and create hip and back pain.

The good news is that going barefoot for a little bit each day can help address all these problems. Taking a walk in your yard barefoot will accomplish several different things. First, it helps strengthen the muscles in your feet and legs. Second, walking barefoot will improve your gait so that you glide smoothly over the ground rather than stomping and causing shock waves to travel up your body. Third, in a discovery made recently by UK researchers, the exposure of your feet to beneficial microorganisms in the soil can actually lighten your mood and prevent depression.

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Don began his career selling real estate, and before long, he was renovating and managing apartment complexes across the southeast. Now he is active in a diverse group of companies, dealing with everything from commercial food service equipment to naturopathic medicine. He combines his work experience and personal enthusiasm for wellness into his role as CEO of Natural Health Atlanta.

What is your favorite way to stay fit and active?

Golf would normally be my favorite way to stay fit, but time constraints allow only for occasional golf anymore. To be time/result efficient, I rotate biking or swimming into my weekly routine. For me, staying fit requires constant motion, and that’s good because I’m no good at sitting around. I also lift weights and do various fitness machines for one hour three times a week.

What is one healthy habit that every man should have?

The most important health habit by far is to eliminate deficiencies. If you have deficiencies in your body you need to fix them. By deficiencies I mean vitamin, mineral, thyroid, HDL (good) cholesterol and hormone deficiencies. Our environment is loaded with forces that constantly attack our bodies: pollution, genetically modified foods, pesticides, herbicides, and the list goes on. If your body has deficiencies it cannot effectively fight these forces.

What is your favorite way to spend your free time?

In the past it was Little League baseball; I was a coach for 15 years at Frankie Allen Park in Buckhead. I also like to travel and visit my three wonderful and incredible children.

What is the last book you read?

“Golf’s Sacred Journey: Seven Days at the Links of Utopia” by David Lamar Cook.

What is the best place in Atlanta to relax and unwind?

The Silver Comet Trail.

What challenges you?

I’m a perfectionist, or so I am told. My challenge is to constantly improve in everything I do. Making mistakes is expected, but making the same mistake twice is something I find unacceptable.

What motivates you to lead a healthy lifestyle?

Competition, I guess. I don’t need to be the fittest person in the room, but I don’t want to stray too far from the top.

Who are the people that help you be your best self?

I am lucky in that I work with a lot of medical professionals who have tremendous knowledge of the human body. When it comes to making yourself your best, knowledge really is power.

What is your favorite place to visit?

I like the ocean, probably because I was born in a small coastal town in Florida, and sometimes it calls to me. A close second would be Italy. Historically speaking, there’s nothing quite like it.

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What is a quote that inspires you?

I have lots: “Lead, follow or get out of the way” - Ted Turner, and “You want to be successful? Hang out with successful people.” - Terri Savelle, just to name a few.

What is a fitness goal you have?

My goals are simply to continue my fitness routine with enthusiasm and to test for and eliminate nutritional deficiencies in my body.

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Every man should break a sweat at least once a day. Turn your passions into your workout. I call it “earning your dinner.”

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What motivates you to lead a healthy lifestyle?

My motivation is my youth. I want to feel like I’m in my twenties forever. Health and strength make everything in life more enjoyable.

Who are the people that help you be your best self?

I have to say my dad. He will be 63 this year but can still hang with the best. His energy, drive and positivity are truly inspiring.

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I like to go to the gym and swim, bike and run. I was an avid triathlete for 12 years, now it’s for fitness.

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Make sure you stay on top of your diet and exercise. Most successful men have an element of balance with work versus leisure, but most enjoy disconnecting from life for a few hours a week to work out and decompress.

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With my daughter. I’m very glad she’s old enough now so that we can ride bikes and live a healthy lifestyle together.

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“The Thank You Economy” by Gary Veynerchuk, a great read about social media and the art of appreciation.

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Having a goal of some sort. Whether it’s a triathlon or to finish reading a book in a certain time frame, it’s good to have short term and long term goals to reach your full potential and keep from getting complacent.

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Going for a bike ride or walk with my daughter at the Chattahoochee River park.

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Knowing that I want to be around for a long time for my daughter. I am also a hairdresser at Van Michael Salon in Buckhead, and you can’t be unhealthy if you want to perform at the highest level for your clients.

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My mentor, Van Council, an avid mountain biker, and my best friends and personal trainers Jeff Wolfson and David Nassick, who help keep me on track. If you want to be healthy, surround yourself with healthy people.

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I enjoy going to the Caribbean and just chilling, completely relaxing and working out and getting some sun, good food, music and fun.

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“Spectacular results are preceded by spectacular preparation.” - Coach Troy Jacobson

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Hands down, the Hooch.

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Keeping fit has always been one of my core values. I stay fit for myself, which in turn spills over into my work, my family and all other facets of life. I want to be able to stay young and enjoy as much of life as I can, while I can.

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I’d have to say my wife and the people I’m surrounded with at SweetWater. We all seem to be selfmotivators, which fuels an incredible energy and desire to be the best.

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Anywhere that has waves, tarpon and beer.

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“We’re not here for a long time, we’re here for a good time” hands down nails it. Live by it, and you will lead a fantastic life.

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To me it’s not really about specific fitness goals; it’s an overall healthy lifestyle perspective applied to everyday life. I live a pescatarian lifestyle and have been for 22-plus years now, alongside keeping active and having fun.

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A combination and plethora of cycling (both mountain and road), trail running and resistance training.

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Riding my bike in the North Georgia Mountains.

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Jimmy Valvano’s acceptance speech at the 1993 ESPY Awards when he received the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. "There are three things you should do every day laugh, think and cry."

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The Great Wall of China Marathon. My preparation will consist of stair repeats up and down any high rise buildings I can find.

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Trying to beat my mom in Scrabble.

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Teela Taqueria.

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The way it makes me feel - young, energetic, sharp minded, sexy and alive.

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Whether he’s renovating the storm damaged homes in New Jersey as part of the Craftsman “Make a Difference Tour” or building a “First to the Future” home with NextGen TV, he is passionate about building stronger communities and giving back to others in need. Pennington spoke with Best Self Atlanta about his different projects with the same enthusiasm he was known for on the show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” And that excitement is contagious. His interest in building began at a young age when he and some friends decided to construct a three-story tree house.

Years later, Pennington took his love of carpentry and parlayed it into a successful career. During his commencement speech at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) graduation ceremony, he admitted to the graduating class of 2012 that he had no idea at first how to turn his love of design into a job, but he believed in himself and was ready when opportunities came knocking.

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The world was first introduced to the Atlanta native on a TLC reality show called “Trading Spaces.” Before then, Pennington had done some modeling and commercial acting, however, he really wanted to find something that would give him a creative outlet for his design ideas. His career picked up momentum in 2003 when he became part of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” a show that took him all over the U.S. helping deserving families by redesigning their homes in a week or less. “You become very connected to their stories—they become part of you,” Pennington says.

“The experience of seeing what can happen when a lot of people come together, that’s inspiring.” When the show ended in 2011, Pennington and his team had rebuilt over 200 homes. Next Pennington went on to host the short-lived, lifestyle-based talk show “The Revolution.” After only six months on the air, the show was canceled, but Pennington continued to work, focusing on personal ventures.

Opportunity Around the Bend Pennington kept busy with various projects of his own including expanding his furniture and home decor line, but once again television came calling, this time in the form of a new series on HLN called “American Journey.” Launched in January of this year, the show gives viewers an inside look into the lives of different people striving to better themselves and follow their dreams. With Pennington as the host, the episodes have included everything from occupants of a nature commune to lobster fishermen. “The thing I like about (the show) is it dives into the subculture of America and shows you what people are really going through,” he says. “In ‘Extreme Makeover,’ I traveled around the country and we focused on telling the story of the family that we were helping, and I always wanted to come back to that.

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Going from project to project and still loving what you do can seem like a daunting feat. But for Pennington, keeping busy through different design ventures is how he channels his creativity, his seemingly boundless energy and deals with his Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). After being diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 17, Pennington found that juggling various building projects helped him stay focused. As his career grew, Pennington did not shy away from sharing his disorder with the public, even naming his L.A. design boutique ADHD(Art Design Home Decor), as a nod to his condition. He has remained very outspoken about treatment and support for adults with ADHD. “I really wouldn’t be the person I am today if I hadn’t gotten treatment,” he says.

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That’s the key. And hopefully you can turn that into a job,” he says. “It’s really hard to do, but go after whatever it is that really makes you happy and don’t let it leave your life.” Pennington reveals he is working on some more TV ideas and has additional projects on the horizon, but is hesitant to give out details because he can be “really superstitious.” And in between it all he is just trying to live his life to the fullest and have fun while doing it. “I think my life is a project, the best project in the world.”

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Vitamins: Exactly How Important Are They?

“In a perfect world, we would get all of the nutrients we need from our dinner plates,” says Melissa Bennett, certified natural health practitioner at Natural Health Atlanta. “Unfortunately, with today’s processed food and our natural affinity toward refined flour and sugar, we really fall short of the nutritional mark.”

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Other cases of vitamin deficiency could be the result of a medical procedure. “Some people who have had bariatric surgery, for example, need supplements because they are unable to absorb vitamins normally,” explains Dr. Sylvia Morris, a board-certified physician in internal and holistic medicine at Emory University. Certain health conditions, especially those that affect how our bodies absorb nutrients, can cause vitamin deficiencies as well. “People suffering from celiac disease are extremely sensitive to gluten, which is a type of protein found in wheat, barley and rye,” says Dr. Kelly Degraffenreid, chief of primary care at Kaiser Permanente of Georgia.

“Doctors often prescribe vitamin and mineral supplements to ensure those patients get the nutrients their bodies need.”

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But more often than not, a vitamin deficiency is easy to diagnose and requires just a simple fix. “People who avoid sun exposure may be low in vitamin D and need supplementation,” Dr. Morris says. “Bone fracture in elderly or post-menopausal women may be an indicator of vitamin D or calcium deficiency. Change in memory may indicate vitamin B12 deficiency. Cheliosis (splitting of corners of mouth) is associated with vitamin B deficiency.”

And when considering a new vitamin, always read the labels. “All ingredients should be listed, in the appropriate amounts,” Dr. Bhatia says. “Some supplement companies seek certifications that verify authenticity of the product.

Common seals are the NSF, GMP and USP.”

Organic vs. Synthetic Vitamins With so many multivitamin supplements on the market, it can be difficult to decipher what’s what. “Always look for a ‘whole food supplement,’” Bennett says.

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Vitamins and Drug Interactions It is always important to tell your doctor or healthcare provider what vitamins or supplements you are taking due to the risk of certain drug interactions. “Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can inhibit magnesium, calcium and iron absorption,” Dr. Morris says. “Iron supplements and thyroid medications should be taken separately (morning and night or at least two to three hours apart), as iron causes reduced concentration of levothyroxine. Iron also reduces the concentration of levodopa (Parkinson’s medication).”

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Unfortunately, the jury is still out on supplements and disease prevention.

“Vitamins’ role in cancer and disease prevention is not clearly understood,” Dr. Morris says. “Vitamin E and beta carotenes were reported to prevent cancer, however, the study results have not been consistent and therefore recommendations cannot be made.”

Dr. Degraffenreid concurs. “With the exception of vitamin D and calcium supplementation being beneficial for bone health and possibly colon cancer, additional vitamins are not needed, according to evidence-based medicine,” she says. “Researchers initially thought many vitamins would help prevent heart disease, cancer, dementia and respiratory illnesses, but that has not been proven by controlled studies.”

Still, many experts do see a connection between vitamin deficiencies and certain diseases. “Many diseases can be traced back to pathways that begin as a result of dietary or genetic nutritional deficiencies,” Dr. Bhatia says. “Breast cancer and heart disease, for example, can be diseases of B vitamin and magnesium deficiency, or poor utilization. If caught early enough, these micronutrients can prevent disease.”

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Integrative medicine is defined as healing-oriented medicine that takes into account the whole person (body, mind, spirit), including all aspects of lifestyle. (Rakel and Weil, Integrative Medicine, 3rd edition) Alternative medicine is everything they don’t teach in conventional medical schools and may encompass holistic and homeopathic approaches. Integrative medicine may include theories and practices that are beyond the scope of our current conventional medical model, but without dismissing its therapies or accepting alternative ones uncritically.

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Aug. 24 WALK WAG “N” RUN

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