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FE T LI A T H E G R E WAY

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How physical fitness empowers girls through middle and high school

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18 Best Bites

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20 Best Fun

22 Best Rx

24 Best Events

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Protect your eyes from the sun and keep your bladder healthy

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66 My Best Self

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As you improve your life and your physical fitness, why not also improve the lives of others? Join Best Self’s ongoing give-back initiative, Band Together for Breast Cancer, by purchasing neon pink headbands for just $5 each. All proceeds go to Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta to provide support services and breast cancer screenings for women of Metro Atlanta. To get yourself or your business involved, email me at sadair@bestselfatlanta.com.

And last but not least, Best Self is now celebrating this year’s pet contest winners. This month, we’ll party at Nancy G’s Café with the winners and participants of our Best Pet Selfie contest. Meet the winners on p. 35, and like us on Facebook to see all of this year’s Best Pet Selfies. Plus, read our staff’s pet picks in my Best List.

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I’ve always fancied myself a sporty kind of girl. Over the years I dabbled in a few seasons each of softball, dance, basketball and eventually tennis. But at the end of middle school, organized sports were over for me. Not because I didn’t want to play anymore, but because I knew how intense high school sports could be – I was a little intimidated, and I wasn’t convinced I liked tennis that much. After my eighth grade tennis season, I quit.

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Unfortunately, this is the story of many young girls across the country today. Some fear rejection from peers who, at this age, are increasingly concerned with appearance and other social pursuits. Many girls simply haven’t found a sport or activity to ignite their passion. All of them are working against the stereotype of what it means to “run like a girl” or “throw like a girl.” Whatever the reason, young women abandon regular physical activity as they head into high school, which has serious implications for their fitness later in life. As our feature article on p. 27 reveals, if a girl does not participate in sports by the age of 10, the chances of her exercising at age 25 are only 10 percent.

Thankfully I found my way back to a life of fitness, but it took until my junior year of college before I exercised regularly again. Check out our feature and do your part to make sure girls in your life enjoy those valuable years of physical activity and all the important life lessons that come along with it.

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Taylor Arnold is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design with a B.A. in illustration and a M.F.A. in professional writing. Her work has appeared in a number of Atlanta-based publications including Atlanta’s Finest, Points North, Jezebel, Atlanta InTown and Atlanta Woman. Today she serves as copy editor for Best Self Atlanta and is a regular contributor to the magazine. Read her article, Work it, Girl!, on p. 27.

Kirk Smick, OD, FAAO, is Chief of Optometry Services at Clayton Eye Center, which he began in 1974. He has been awarded the “Optometrist of the Year” award for the state of Georgia.

He is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and has served as president of the Georgia Optometric Association, the Georgia State Board of Examiners in Optometry and the Southern Council of Optometrists. Read his tips about sun safety for your eyes on p. 59.

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. 17.

Sarah K. Ricciardelli is a University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism graduate from Marietta. Her work has been featured in various local publications, including Athens Magazine, Atlanta Parent, Athens Blur, Atlanta Home Improvement and Best Self Atlanta. Read her article, Second Opinions, on p. 49.

Eva S. Arkin, MD, is currently president of Premier Care for Women, an all-female gynecologic practice in Atlanta. She has been practicing for almost 30 years and devotes her practice to the wellness of women from adolescence to menopause.

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What genre do you recommend people explore?

Humor is always fun – I love a book that makes me laugh out loud! Authors such as David Sedaris, Annabelle Gurwitch, Carol Leifer and Chelsea Handler write some of the funniest essays around.

What are your favorite books released this year?

“Blood Will Out” by Walter Kirn, “The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd and “Andrew’s Brain” by E.L. Doctorow.

What is your favorite book?

That’s like asking a mother which one of her children she loves the most! Two of my all-time favorite titles are “Steve Jobs” by Walter Isaacson and “A Prayer for Owen Meany” by John Irving.

Do you prefer to read physical books or e-books?

I read both physical books and books on my Kindle, iPad and on my iPhone with the Kindle and iBook apps.

I read digitally when I am traveling or don’t want to carry around a heavy book.

How do you pick a great book?

There are several excellent blogs and e-newsletters that I read weekly: www.themillions.com, www.avclub.com, www.goodreads.com, www.pwweekly.com and www.nytimes.com. I also listen to author interviews on NPR’s “Fresh Air.” www.bestselfatlanta.com

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What genre do you recommend people explore?

Poetry. But rather than just one poem from one author and one from another as we read so often in school, I suggest that people read an entire book of poems by one author. I’d recommend “Thrall” by U.S. Poet Laureate and Emory faculty member Natasha Trethewey.

What are your favorite books released this year?

One of my favorites is Thomas Pynchon’s “Bleeding Edge,” a tale of the dot-com bust and 9/11.

What titles will teens enjoy?

As a young teenager, I was obsessed with Lloyd Alexander’s Chronicles of Prydain and Susan Cooper’s The Dark is Rising Sequence. Both are classic fantasy tales, but with less wizards than personal growth. China Miéville’s “Railsea” is a more recent novel that should grab teens. I also recommend Scott Westerfeld and Philip Reeve for those interested in smart young adult fiction.

What is your favorite book?

Mark Z. Danielewski’s “House of Leaves.” It is about a house that is larger on the inside than the out, and it is the scariest novel I’ve ever read.

How can someone pick a winner in the bookstore?

Ask a bookstore employee!

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Some of the best writing today happens in graphic novels – they’re not just about superheroes anymore. Start with “Maus” by Art Spiegelman, “Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi, “Blankets” by Craig Thompson or “Stitches” by David Small.

What are your favorite books released this year?

“The Martian” by Andy Weir, about an astronaut who survives after being stranded on Mars and “The Shining Girls” by Lauren Beukes, featuring a time-traveling serial killer in Chicago.

Which lesser-known authors should people get to know?

Get to know some of Atlanta’s own writers: David Fulmer (mystery), Jessica Handler (memoir), Laurel Snyder (children) and Kate Sweeney (nonfiction).

What titles will teens enjoy?

“What They Always Tell Us,” by Martin Wilson, “The Forest of Hands and Teeth” by Carrie Ryan and “Angus, Thongs, and FullFrontal Snogging” by Louise Rennison.

What format do you prefer to read?

I prefer physical books because they provide a tactile, sensory experience that allows a reader to escape one’s life, and they don’t interrupt you with Facebook updates or new e-mail notifications.

What are the top three best books released this year?

Emily Giffin’s “The One & Only,” Nickolas Butler’s “Shotgun Lovesongs” and John Waters’ “Carsick.” Giffin does a remarkable job of examining the complexities of people’s personal decisions. Butler’s novel is about four men in a small town and one woman who’s meant something special to each of them.

“Carsick” is actually 1/3 memoir and 2/3 fiction (and 100 percent hysterical).

Which lesser-known authors should people get to know?

Michael Pitre, who served in the Marines, has his first novel out called “Fives and Twenty Fives” about two Marines deployed in Iraq.

Thrity Umringar has been published for years but doesn’t get the attention she deserves. Her latest book is “The Story Hour.”

What titles will teens enjoy?

“The Book Thief ” by Markus Zusak and “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie.

Also, every teenage girl should read “We Were Liars” by E. Lockhart.

How do you pick a great book?

I almost always ask for assistance from employees of a bookstore. They are super helpful, especially at independent book stores like Little Shop of Stories, because they don’t just know the titles – they know the meat of the book.

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What upcoming titles should people be sure to read?

Matthew Thomas’ upcoming title, “We Are Not Ourselves,” is a sprawling debut about a young IrishAmerican girl’s coming of age. I’m also really looking forward to Lena Dunham’s “Not That Kind of Girl” and to “Bad Feminist” by Roxane Gay. Which lesser-known authors should people get to know?

Lesser-known authors, Atlanta edition: Josh Russell and Blake Butler. Start with Russell’s “A True History of the Captivation, Transport to Strange Lands, and Deliverance of Hannah Guttentag: A Novel” and Butler’s “Nothing: A Memoir of Insomnia.”

What book format do you prefer to read?

Recently, I’ve been listening to some things on tape, especially at the gym. I listened to Walter Kirn’s “Blood Will Out,” chillingly narrated by Stephen Bell Davies, and it was excellent.

How can someone pick a winner in the bookstore?

Ask one of the employees for the best or the worst book they’ve been reading.

If a book is disliked enough to inspire invective, there might be something to it.

Just don’t go by book jacket design. This only works with wine labels.

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The scoop on what’s new around town True-Blue Beauty The nationwide beauty store Bluemercury recently opened its first Atlanta location and includes a full-service spa and makeup stations throughout. It carries more than 90 brands, allowing you to achieve a personalized look and skincare regimen.

Plus, this luxury beauty boutique offers holiday events, in-store beauty experts and an extensive product database that includes their own paraben-free skincare line, M-61.

Details: Buckhead Market Place, 37 West Paces Ferry NW, Atlanta, GA, www.bluemercury.com

Clean and Green Do you eat six pounds of produce every day? (Don’t worry, we don’t either.) But that’s exactly how many fruits and vegetables are packed in each bottle of organic Daily Greens juices. The product uses a cold pressing technique, which allows each bottle to contain the equivalent of nine servings of fruits and veggies. The founder of Daily Greens, Shauna Martin, is a breast cancer survivor, so a portion of proceeds go to breast cancer support organizations. Pick up your bottle at a local Whole Foods Market.

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Dazzle at the Diva Run Running has never looked so good. The Divas Half Marathon and 5K race series comes to Peachtree City on September 6 with boas, tiaras and bejeweled medals in tow. Whether you’re walking or running, roses and champagne await you at the finish line. If you register now, you can order a personalized divalicious running bib! Be sure to stop by the free Health & Fitness Boutique during the two days before the event.

Details: 202 Fieldhouse Drive, Peachtree City, GA www.runlikeadiva.com

Pedal, then Pamper Opening this month in West Midtown, Torq Cycle ATL gives you a way to break a sweat and relax a little. The studio offers cycling classes from a quick 35 minutes to a full hour, all of which include arm exercises for a full-body workout.

Afterward, pamper a little with chilled eucalyptus towels, individual showers and natural Malin + Goetz bath and skin products. And maybe the most luxurious part? The attached parking garage is free to use, and so is your first class.

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6th Annual Blue Ties Luncheon Benefits ProstAware All year long, Atlanta’s nonprofit group ProstAware works to educate and support Atlanta men about prostate cancer through avenues like music, technology and sports. During September, which is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the organization holds one of their key annual events: the Blue Ties Luncheon. The sixth annual Blue Ties Luncheon will take place on September 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s luncheon speaker is Derrick Hall, prostate cancer survivor and president of the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online.

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Summer Gazpacho Gazpacho is basically a liquid salad consisting of finely diced, super fresh vegetables and tomato juice served as a cold soup. Made with vine-ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, garlic, olive oil and a splash of good vinegar, this delicious soup has been popular for centuries.

Ingredients: 5 tomatoes, diced 3 cups tomato juice, ice cold 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ red onion, diced 1 large cucumber, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 zucchini, diced (optional)

1 tbsp. sugar 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar ¾ tsp. smoked paprika ½ tsp. ground cumin ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling Sour cream (optional) Fresh croutons (optional) Method: In a food processor or blender, combine the minced garlic with half the red onion, half the cucumber, half

the tomato, half the zucchini, half the celery, half the tomato juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, spices, herbs of your choosing and a dash of salt. Pulse until all ingredients are blended well and mixture has a speckled, colorful texture.

Pour into a large bowl and add the rest of the tomato juice. Add the remaining onion, cucumber, tomato, zucchini and celery. Stir and check seasonings, adding salt if needed.

Chill soup for several hours before serving, or add a few ice cubes to chill more quickly. Ladle into a bowl and garnish with your favorite topping, such as a dollop of sour cream, croutons, chopped cilantro, a sliver of fresh avocado or even a scoop of fresh crab meat. Serve with slices of grilled bread.

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Who needs to travel when new flavors and dishes can come right to you? At Gunshow, former “Top Chef” contestant Kevin Gillespie has invited lauded chefs from across the South to join his Atlanta kitchen as “Hired Guns.” On August 12 and 13, Chef Tandy Wilson from Nashville’s City House will cook alongside Gillespie, adding new dishes to Gunshow’s already creative menu. Chef Jeremiah Bacon from Charleston’s The MacIntosh and Oak Steakhouse will contribute his dishes on September 30 and October 1.

In addition to tasting their food, diners can meet the visiting chefs and receive signed copies of their cookbooks. To attend, make reservations at Gunshow as usual.

No MSG here! With the new restaurant arrival Doc Chey’s Dragon Bowl, “Chinese take-out night” is now a healthy option for you and your family.

The restaurant offers bowls piled high with seasonal vegetables and adventurous ingredients inspired by Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai and Vietnamese flavors. The restaurant won’t serve fountain drinks, instead opting for organic iced teas and craft sodas sweetened with cane sugar, rather than corn syrup.

What’s more, Dragon Bowl will minimize food waste by focusing on seasonal, local ingredients and will use take-out packaging that is 100 percent recyclable and even compostable. Head to Emory Village for a meal that can be healthy for both you and the earth.

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Oprah’s The Life You Want Weekend – Sept. 5 - 6 The Inspiration “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” If anyone is qualified to talk about living the life of your dreams, it’s Oprah Winfrey, who rose from a life of poverty to a life that influences millions. These words of wisdom are just a snippet of the inspiration she will bring to us next month when “Oprah’s The Life You Want Weekend” kicks off its national tour right here in Atlanta.

The Schedule The weekend begins when the Philips Arena doors open at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, September 5. The event itself runs from 7 to 9 p.m., during which time Oprah will personally share her story and her message. On Saturday, September 6, Oprah’s hand-picked speakers will take the stage from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., including Iyanla Vanzant from OWN’s“Iyanla: Fix My Life,” “Eat, Pray, Love” author Elizabeth Gilbert and pastor Rob Bell.

The Perks Premium tickets not only get you great seats, but they also include an event program. Premium Plus tickets secure you early access to shopping at the event, and if you want to go all out, you can purchase a VIP package that includes a meet and greet with Oprah and the opportunity to snap a photo with her. At any ticket level, you can order a healthy lunch to pick up on-site on Saturday. And if you’re traveling or want to enjoy the event as a staycation, check out the event’s website for a list of nearby hotels providing discounts.

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Skip the plane ticket to Vegas – just head over to Center Stage for a show worthy of the strip! On August 7, catch the 90-minute Clubesque event, which features a sassy night of modern cabaret.

The performers include Clubesque creator Sunni Stephens, host Kyle Collins, burlesque artist Perle Noire and Lips Atlanta regular Gia Sunflowers. Book your tickets now for the 7:30 or 10 p.m. show, or catch the last night on September 4. Tickets start at $28.

Labor Day weekend invites plenty of outdoor enjoyment, even through something as simple as sidewalk chalk. Marietta’s annual Art in the Park festival now includes The Chalk Spot, an opportunity for kids to let their creativity go wild – within three square feet of pavement, that is. On August 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., registered children will receive a 30-count box of chalk, a goodie bag and the chance to create a chalk masterpiece that will remain on display through the rest of the weekend. The $10 registration price for the event benefits the art club at Marietta High School.

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Cool Dads Rock Soapbox Derby

Aug. 2 At the Historic Old Fourth Ward Park, get creative with the design of your non-motorized car for the strictly-for-fun soapbox derby. www.cooldadsrock.com

Free Family Movie Series at Candler Park

Aug. 2-23 Bring a blanket and picnic to Candler Park on Saturdays for a free family movie, which begins at dusk. Come out early for pre-movie festivities. www.friendsofcandlerpark.org

Les Misérables

Aug. 7-17 The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta hosts this famed production at their Morris & Rae Frank Theatre. Non-member tickets are $29. www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice

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Atlanta Seafood and Craft Beer Festival

Aug.9 This festival at Piedmont Park highlights some of Atlanta’s best seafood restaurants, food trucks and local brews. Enjoy a VIP Craft Beer Tasting Experience in the beer garden. www.atlantaseafoodandcraftbeer.com

Sweet Auburn Music Fest

Aug. 9-10 Get your groove on at this festival featuring R&B, hip-hop and gospel on historic Auburn Ave. www.sweetauburnmusicfest.com

Curves Fashion Week

Aug. 14-17 Support a fashion industry event that includes all sizes at the runway shows of the 2nd Annual Curves Fashion Week. www.curvesfashionweek.com

BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass Festival

Aug. 16 For the 14th year, scrumptious barbecue will be provided in Decatur’s Harmony Park by Fox Brothers, Black Tie BBQ and Williamson Bros.

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Young skin functions efficiently by self-exfoliating, repairing damage and producing collagen and elastin. But each year, the metabolism of skin cells slows down and results in our skin showing the signs of aging, including dullness, irregular texture and wrinkles. A bio stem cell facial is a way to rejuvenate skin and encourage it to function like young skin, using proteins called stem cell cytokines. In a bio stem cell facial, skin cells are stimulated to produce a balance of pro-healing, anti-inflammatory, biochemical signals that promote healing and regeneration.

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With simple procedures like modern fractional laser or laser blepharoplasty, you can enhance your eyes by improving mild wrinkles, or you can simply “find” your eyes again by removing excess skin. Every millimeter of skin matters around the delicate eye tissues, so always use an expert. Also, procedures to correct heavy lids may be covered by insurance when those lids affect your side vision.

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Well-defined ankles yield a contour that is pleasing to the eye, and lack of this desirable contour is sometimes called “cankles.” This can be caused by excess subcutaneous fat in the lower calf and around the ankles. Another cause is swelling from lymphedema or venous insufficiency. Cankles can also manifest due to heart, kidney or endocrine problems. Lipedema is yet another cause of cankles. Depending on the cause, you can shed excess pounds, tone up the calf muscles, have a fat-removal procedure such as liposuction or seek proper treatment for swelling from a qualified physician.

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Jackie Cannizzo, tournament director for the Esther Cannizzo Junior Golf Foundation, supports this as well. She says, “If you can catch girls at a young age and get them engaged in sports, they will be better for it in general.”

Break Out of the “Girl Box” Keeping young girls interested in sports and fitness may be easier said than done, though. At Girls on the Run, Rolfes sees many girls get trapped in what she calls the “girl box.” “It’s a place where they’re torn between who they know they are and what our culture says they should be,” she explains. “It’s a place of questioning their body image and experiencing low self-esteem and negative selftalk. Parents and educators see the girl box being imposed at an increasingly early age, and our mission is to reverse that trend. Our curriculum starts with girls in the third grade, because girls at this age are most receptive to this message. One of the most powerful tools to get out of the girl box is knowing that there are other girls who feel the same way.”

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She also remains committed to changing the gendered stereotypes that influence the extent to which girls participate in physical activity. “Popularity has different standards for boys and girls; adolescent boys’ popularity depends on their physical ability, while adolescent girls’ popularity depends on a complex mix of attributes such as physical appearance, material possessions and boyfriends,” she says. “Female athletes are much more likely to be portrayed in ways that highlight their physical appearance instead of their athletic competence. The objectification of girls and young women, including female athletes, continues to influence girls’ self-esteem, body image and valuation of physical activity.”

These portrayals also perpetuate the mistaken belief that girls can’t keep up with boys. “People think women can’t play at the same level or intensity, which is absolutely not true,” says Marq Williams, owner and head coach of the Atlanta Heartbreakers, a women’s football team. “We have to encourage females because the more they participate in sports, the more people will give them the respect and understanding they deserve. We need to stop saying, ‘This is a man’s sport.’”

Donnovant Dahunsi has been coaching for nearly 15 years, and he currently serves as the middle school track and field program coodinator for Atlanta Public Schools. He agrees that female athletes have just as much of a love for sports as their male counterparts. But often, Dahunsi says, “Many girls come to me not really knowing where or how they fit into the team,” but under careful www.bestselfatlanta.com

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Advice from A Fit Girl Caroline Peters, manager at local retailer High Country Outfitters, recounts her fitness journey and gives recommendations to other young women.

What activities did you participate in during middle school and high school?

I was a competitive athlete who played soccer and indoor volleyball.

What support helped you stay active during those years?

My dad has always pushed me to try sports and keep me active, whether it was through sports or simply doing things outside. He would literally surprise me by driving me to tryouts for soccer teams. Outside of sports, my dad has been taking me backpacking and camping with my brother since I was a little girl.

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What activities do you enjoy outside of traditional competitive sports?

Yoga in particular keeps me centered and grounded. I also trail run, bike, climb and am always excited to try something new. That’s how I first got into SUP yoga [pictured below]; I had just finished yoga school, and the deck pad on my board reminded me of a yoga mat.

What advice do you have for a young girl looking for an activity she really loves?

Try it all! Step out of your comfort zone! New challenges make you stronger.

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And staying active doesn’t have to be limited to after-school commitments, either – instead, physical activity should have a permanent place in the school day as well. Laura Colbert, an exercise physiologist with Children’s Healthcare of www.bestselfatlanta.com

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In P.E. classes, even slight adjustments in the focus of the activity can make a difference in how girls respond to it. By emphasizing fun, choice and inclusiveness, schools have a better chance of keeping girls involved. “Think dance parties, double dutch or active games,” Colbert says. “Games like dodgeball that eliminate players result in most of the group sitting while a select few are active.”

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Fortunately, women like Haley Chura, Atlanta’s own professional triathlete competitor, are removing these roadblocks. “Girls have to work a bit harder to find strong female role models, but they’re out there,” she says. “Right now young women like gold medalist swimmers Katie Ledecky and Missy Franklin, and runner Mary Cain are rewriting the record books and showcasing women’s athletics like never before. These teenage women are deserving of rock star admiration!”

And Chura is living proof that sports are an essential part of professional success.

“Athletics have taken me to foreign countries, tropical islands and even to the White House to meet the President of the United States.

I got my first job because of sports, and I feel better about myself both physically and mentally after every workout. There is truly no limit to what sports can teach you, where they can take you and who you might meet.”

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serving the league in that capacity bleed into my everyday job as a registered dietitian. I’ve learned how to market myself, my skills, and to lead a team.”

Cannizzo encourages girls to look at sports as part of their journey in life.

“There are so many valuable lessons to learn from being involved in sports that you can carry into your profession or being a parent,” she says. “From a business standpoint, it helps girls be better teammates, co-workers, and feel better in general. You learn discipline, hard work and time management – there is no downside to being involved in sports.”

The Atlanta Rollergirls have a similar philosophy. “As a member of the league, we are also asked to take on a job, so we don’t only skate, but we run the business,” King says. “I’m currently ARG’s head of marketing and serve on the board of directors. The experiences and knowledge I’ve gained for

So if you see a girl in your life struggling to stay active, do whatever you can to prevent the lid of the “girl box” from slamming shut on her interests and her potential. Instead, help her deal with the obstacles she faces so she can enjoy a life of fitness and health.

Editorial Resources: Jackie Cannizzo, JCI Foundation – www.esthercannizzogolffoundation.org Haley Chura – www.haleychura.com Laura Colbert, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – www.choa.org, www.strong4life.com Donnovant Dahunsi, Atlanta Public Schools – www.atlanta.k12.ga.us Lacey King, Atlanta Rollergirls – www.atlantarollergirls.com, www.atlantaderbybrats.com Tracey Pearson, Prissy Tomboy Athletics – www.prissytomboy.com Lea Rolfes, Girls on the Run – www.girlsontherunatlanta.org Marq Williams, Atlanta Heartbreakers – www.atlantaheartbreakers.com

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Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah, medical hematologist and oncologist with Don’t forget that your physician is a beneficial resource too. Dr. Georgia Cancer Specialists and DeKalb Medical, explains that even if the Srinivasiah recommends asking, “Are there other types of doctors I should diagnosis is the same, the suggested seek for my care?” The American treatment plan could change. “One Cancer Society also recommends physician might be comfortable with asking your doctor, “If you had my one option, and a second might type of cancer, who would you see be comfortable with another. The for a second opinion?” or simply, patient can choose what [treatment “I’m thinking of getting a second option] they are most comfortable opinion. Can you recommend with.” Dr. Thompson agrees that someone?” This way, you can let your  Dr. Patricia Thompson, a second opinion is valuable for doctor’s knowledge of the medical every stage of your journey to field itself and of your particular Cancer Treatment Centers of America recovery. She recommends a second cancer guide you to the appropriate opinion after the initial diagnosis, resources. You may also consider during treatment to stay educated about your options, and even upon seeking suggestions from support groups, family and friends. completion of treatment to confirm that you are cancer-free.

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Second opinions are widely “ accepted and highly recommended by most oncologists.”

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Despite those benefits, it’s important not to let complementary methods prevent or conflict with a set treatment plan. Dr. Mininberg says, “In general, I encourage patients to do whatever they can to feel better during therapy as long as it does not interfere or take away from their treatment.” Just make sure to keep your medical team informed as you go along. “It is always a good idea to let the treating provider know what additional resources the patient is drawing from,” Dr. Ellison says. “Having complete transparency with all providers leads to optimal patient care and outcomes.”

Having the Talk When considering seeking a second opinion, some patients may feel that it’s unfair to their first doctor to ask someone else’s expertise, or they may just be uncomfortable with the conversation. But your doctor is a professional, and he or she understands that you deserve to advocate for your own care in the way you feel is best. Plus, any concerns about your doctor feeling slighted are probably unnecessary. Dr. Thompson says, “Second opinions are widely accepted and highly recommended by most oncologists.” Dr. Mininberg agrees, saying, “If a patient wants a second opinion, we do everything to honor their request.” So if you find yourself dealing with a cancer diagnosis, rest assured that your doctor recognizes that your health and peace of mind are the top priorities. A second opinion may be the way to achieve those goals, so don’t hesitate to start asking around.

Editorial Resources: Michael Andrews, MD, WellStar Cancer Network – www.wellstar.com Margarett Ellison, MD, MHA, FACS, FACOG, North Fulton Hospital – www.nfultonhospital.com Eric Mininberg, MD, Piedmont Cancer Institute – www.piedmont.org Thomas Olson, MD, Aflac Cancer Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – www.choa.org Jayanthi Srinivasiah, MD, Georgia Cancer Specialists and DeKalb Medical Center – www.gacancer.com Patricia Thompson, MD, Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Southeastern Regional Medical Center – www.cancercenter.com/southeastern

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By Kirk Smick, OD, FAAO In 2013, Atlanta’s beautiful summer weather exposed our eyes to 116 days of “very high” to “extreme” levels of UV, making our city the 20th highest UV city in America. A full day outside without protection from that UV radiation can cause immediate, temporary issues such as swollen or red eyes and hypersensitivity to light, telltale signs of sunburn of the eyes. And years of cumulative exposure can cause cancer of the eye or eyelid and accelerate cataracts, which affect nearly 22 million Americans ages 40 and older.

Despite these dangers, many Americans don’t realize the harmful effects of UV light to your eyes. In fact, a recent report by The Vision Council found that only 22 percent of Atlanta adults report wearing sunglasses when they go outside, leaving eyes at risk for the long and short-term damage of UVrelated vision disorders.

Also, only 47 percent of Atlantans know that UV can accelerate age-related macular degeneration and even fewer (35 percent) know it can lead to cataracts.

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3D Mammograms Reduce Callbacks I had my annual mammogram and I’ve been called back for additional testing. Should I be afraid that I have cancer?

Many women who are called back almost always think the worst.

Thankfully, mammography screening has built-in second opinions in the form of Computer Aided Detection (CAD). With CAD, images are analyzed by a computer to mark areas of suspected abnormality.

Then, these areas are analyzed closely by the radiologist. Next the radiologist classifies the mammogram into normal or abnormal.

Abnormal does not mean cancer. It only means that there is an area that requires additional imaging.

Approximately 10% will be classified as abnormal and recalled for additional imaging. Only a few of those recalled will be diagnosed with breast cancer. The addition of 3-D imaging lowers the recall rate.

The interpretation of mammograms is difficult because of the random distribution of tissue in the breasts. Reading a mammogram is similar to looking for an abnormality in a tree with only 2 pictures of the tree. Some women have more fatty tissue and tumors will stand out similar to a lone green leaf on a bare tree in winter. Other women have more glandular and fibrous tissue and locating an abnormality is similar to looking for a brown leaf in a tree full of green leaves. The addition of 3-D imaging improves the radiologist’s ability to find abnormalities.

The radiologist looks at many images searching for signs of cancer.

With most screening mammograms, there are only two projections of each breast provided by the mammographic technologist. Differences in tissue patterns between the right and left breast, distortions in the tissue patterns, masses, clusters of small calcifications, skin thickening and changes over time may require further evaluation.

Once an abnormality is confirmed with additional mammographic views, most of the time it cannot be concluded that there is cancer based on the mammogram alone because cancers and noncancerous growth can look the same on mammography. Ultrasound is used to determine if a mass is cystic or solid. If a simple cyst can be verified by ultrasound, no further testing is done. Mixed masses or solid masses require follow-up or biopsy. New advanced ultrasound technology

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Ask us about it. called Elastography helps to determine if a solid mass should be biopsied or followed. If a biopsy is recommended, remember 7080% of breast biopsies turn out to be benign.

If you are called back after your regular screening mammogram, it is important to choose a mammographer who is current on the latest technology available, experienced in detecting even the slightest abnormality and is open to discussing your options. Have your questions ready for the radiologist and leave your appointment feeling assured that you are making the right decisions.

Diagnostic Radiology Ultrasound & Breast Center 755 Mt. Vernon Highway, Suite# 310, Atlanta, GA 30328 | (404) 252-3430 | www.mammogramatlanta.com Carolyn G. Dudley has over thirty years of 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. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. 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 patientfriendly environment. Her 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 Carolyn G. Dudley, MD Mammography, bone densitometry and ultrasound utilizing the most up to date technology available.

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By Lizzy Stroud

At the end of “The Price is Right,” Bob Barker always reminded viewers, “Have your pet spayed or neutered!” LifeLine Animal Project knows that pet homelessness and overpopulation can definitely be helped in that way, but also in many others.

From access to affordable spay and neuter procedures, to efficiently spreading the word about adoptable pets, to supporting owners who may be struggling, LifeLine has created programs to help pets in as many ways as possible. LifeLine’s CEO Rebecca Guinn says, “Our overarching goal is pretty simple: to keep as many animals out of the shelters as possible and, if they do end up in our care, to get them released to good homes.”

The first approach to achieving those goals is their Skip McPheeters (LifeLine board member) Lara Hudson (director of Fulton County Animal Services) and Linda spay and neuter clinics. Since opening their first Johnson (a representative from Fulton County Commissioner’s office) visit with Cheetoh and Cheddar in the clinic in 2005, LifeLine has opened a second spay new free-roaming cat adoption room at the Fulton County shelter. and neuter clinic as well as other facilities to aid abandoned cats and dogs. What’s more, they have taken LifeLine also knows a great way to get pets out of shelters over the management of Fulton County Animal Services is to prevent them from being dropped off in the first and DeKalb County Animal Services. Guinn says, “We’re place. Many people surrender their pets to shelters due proud to report that in less than a year, we’ve been able to to perceived financial obstacles, so LifeLine holds regular lower the euthanasia community outreach rate at each facility events to help by more than 50 defray the cost of percent.” pet ownership. The LifeLine staff and Another successful loyal volunteers often labor of love for spend Saturdays at LifeLine has been local parks providing  Rebecca Guinn, their website, which free vaccinations CEO of LifeLine Animal Project is home to Atlanta’s and spay and neuter largest online pet procedure vouchers. adoption network.

Guinn says, “Without fail, we have hundreds of people and More than 70 area shelters and rescue groups post more their pets in line an hour before we even start.

For me, these than 1,500 animals of all breeds and ages to the website events affi rm that we live in a pet-loving community.” each day, making it a highly effective way for potential

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They also have surrender counselors at each of their shelters who can offer struggling owners resources for free pet food, free or low-cost vet services, temporary fostering, and general support and encouragement. “It is amazing what a difference a simple conversation can make,” Guinn says. “In Fulton alone, the counselor’s work is keeping 60 pets a month on average out of the shelter and at home with their loving families.”

So whether it’s spaying, neutering, networking or helping owners manage the financial commitment of pet parenthood, LifeLine Animal Project is improving the state of Metro Atlanta’s pet population four paws at a time. To donate, volunteer or learn more, visit www.lifelineanimal.org.

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Aug. 1 NEON VIBE 5K The after-dark, fluorescent 5K at Turner Field will light up your night with glow zones and dance music. The run benefits Children’s Miracle Network and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. www.choa.org

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Spend a memorable day playing golf with Braves alumni, former professional athletes and local celebrities. Proceeds benefit Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders Services of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. www.choa.org

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At this race in the Historic Fourth Ward Park, Atlantans run with individuals who are transitioning out of homelessness. The race benefits Trinity Community Ministries, Gateway Center, Salvation Army and City of Refuge. www.atlanta.backonmyfeet.org

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This year’s Can Can Ball at the Sheraton Atlanta is inspired by the novel “The Great Gatsby,” featuring dancing, local fare and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank. www.cancanball.org

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As an Olympic swimmer and busy mom, Dara Torres knows the value of time. She has spent many hours in the pool winning medals for the U.S. and raising her similarly sporty daughter. Now retired from competitive swimming, Torres uses her passions for swimming and motherhood to bring awareness to the time-sensitive illness meningococcal meningitis. This disease can kill an otherwise healthy teen in less than 24 hours. As a mom herself, Torres wants to help other moms protect their kids as best they can, so on behalf of the Voices of Meningitis campaign, she travels the country swimming 24 laps to represent those critical 24 hours of the disease.

“Talk to your health care provider about it,” she advises, “or go to the website www.voicesofmeningitis.org. It has everything on there about what it is, the causes, how you can contract it and how you can prevent it.” Her activism recently brought her to Atlanta’s Mountain View Aquatic Center to swim and to encourage teens and young adults to get vaccinated. This initiative follows Torres’ record-breaking swimming career, during which she became the first female Olympic swimmer to compete past the age of 40. While she was in town, Best Self caught up with her to learn more about her incredible accomplishments, family life and favorite parts of visiting Atlanta.

What is the best thing you learned about yourself since turning 40?

I think that the biggest thing is not to put an age limit on your dreams. There’s this myth that we have to stop doing certain things as we age, and that’s what it is – a myth. Personally for me, I competed in the Olympics at 41 years old and went to trials at 45. No one is going to tell me I’m too old to do something unless my body is telling me.

What do you see as your greatest accomplishment?

Winning medals is incomparable to having a child, so I would have to say my daughter.

Professionally, I would not say a specific race or the Olympics, but just being able to enjoy the sport and be in it for as long as I have. I have just always loved swimming and the competition.

How do you stay motivated to achieve such impressive accomplishments?

I am a very goal-oriented person. So when I set goals, I have to reach those goals.

That’s what really motivates me.

What was it like when your daughter came along in 2006?

It wasn’t easy at first. I had to figure out how to balance being the best mom I could be and doing what I love. So I was really inspired by working parents, both male and female. It wasn’t easy, but I was very lucky to find a balance that worked both for my daughter and me.

Does your daughter love swimming as much as you do?

She swims two days a week and also does lacrosse and dance. She just turned 8, so I don’t want to tire her out! When she gets to be a little older, then she can decide what she wants to do, but right now she seems to be enjoying it.

What was it like to retire from swimming?

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When you’re away from the sport you’ve been involved with your whole life, you miss it and you miss the competition. I think that’s why I’ve retired a couple of times and got right back into it – because of my love for the sport. [Retirement] is much different this time. I don’t think my body can handle the rigorous training like I did. And I am really enjoying being home and being on my own and doing my speaking engagements. It’s just different now, but I’m content.

Other than swimming, what is your favorite workout?

I’ve been taking boxing lately. Get your aggressions out on the bag!

What is your favorite way to relax?

Exercise is a big stress reliever, but I’d have to say massage. I love massages.

What is your favorite movie?

Chariots of Fire.

What are your favorite parts of visiting Atlanta?

I love the shopping around Buckhead, and I love the little boutique shopping too. It is just a beautiful city, and I love coming to visit.

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