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contents SPRING 2016
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FEATURES
32 OUR OLYMPIAN Georgia Gould talks about life off the bike
40 NO LIMITS Climbing superstar Lynn Hill is an inspiration
ASPIRE
32 CULTIVATE FIT WITH FLAIR 8 Athleisure combines fashion with fitness
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QUICK FLIPS 10 Transition from workout to Old Town WE TRY IT: TRILIPIDERM 13 The M+B team tries a lotion line from Jackson, Wyoming 5 THINGS WOMEN WITH GREAT HAIR DO 14 Studio Be lends their expertise to your hair GREEGOR PEDALS TO SUCCESS 16 FC Bikes Program Manager is pushed by passion 5 CAN’T-MISS FORT COLLINS FUN RUNS 17 Mark your calendars for running events
18 JUST DATING: YOUR HOME GYM Ideas for optimizing your home workout space 22 NO MORE MESS Solutions for storing outdoor gear 23 4 WAYS TO PREP FOR SUMMER Helpful tips for home and health 26 JUMP TO THE BEAT Local company Decibullz raises the workout game 28 FINDING BALANCE Love your hobbies without breaking the bank NOURISH
48 MIND OVER MUSCLE Being great is about more than physical fitness 51 PROJECT: PURPOSE CHILDREN IN NEED Distribution partnership between Homeless Gear and the Matthews House 52 A TASTING FROM THE STARS Recipes from some of the best female chefs 56 ELEVATION 5003 DISTILLERY Loren Matthews launches a mid-town small batch distillery APRIL | MAY 2016 Mind+Body 5
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Glorious grit AS YOU PICK UP THIS ISSUE of Mind+Body, you may notice that it looks a bit different from our previous issues. However, our mission remains the same and we will continue to feature content about the people, places, and exciting things happening in our community, with special attention to the amazing women who call Northern Colorado home. Finally, after months of planning and refining, the packaging is all new. The Mind+Body team is very excited about our redesign, which is more of a facelift than a major surgery. The team has been dedicated to this process over the last few months, and we are thrilled to share it with our readers. We have made more room for features, hyper-local information, and big beautiful photos, but our structure, departments, and focus will stay consistent. We hope you enjoy the changes as much as we do! This year, we have given each of our issues a strong theme. Historically, each issue is planned around a general theme, in 2016 we are taking this a bit more literally. January was “motherhood,” and we brought you stories about women trying to balance motherhood and professional ambitions, women who have chosen not to pursue parenting and career simultaneously, and around some of the decision points around those life choices. We have given the April issue the affectionate theme of the “badass” issue. While we like to think that a lot of the women we feature in M+B are admirable, taking on challenges full force and with positivity, with this issue we wanted to focus on some women who take it to a whole new level. We focus a lot on athletes pushing the boundaries of what women are capable of doing, as well as women across many different disciplines who have competed in fields traditionally dominated by men and been successful. We want to celebrate the grit it takes to be great, whether it is as a worldclass cyclist, a renowned chef, or just a regular person working to make their dreams into reality. The badass issue is a tip of our hat to the women who make us say “wow,” and wonder how she could possibly make it all work, whether it means she is on the cover of a magazine or quietly making it through another day without fanfare. Thank you for being an inspiration to the rest of us, and keep up the good work. Let us know what you think of our redesign on social media. We are excited to hear your thoughts!
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C U LT I V A T E GET STYLE
Fit with flair ATHLEISURE FIRST APPEARED
on our radar back in February of 2005, when ADIDAS debuted its collaboration with Stella McCartney. What was surely a risky move in a world full of bedazzled denim, velour jumpsuits, and fuzzy boots, the duo managed to pave the way for numerous other designer/workout wear fusions. Alexander Wang has since created a collection for H&M and Derek Lam for Athleta. Today, new athleisure brands are everywhere, and show no signs of stopping. No longer must you choose between comfort and style, or fashion and function. You can have both in a multitude of onestop shops, where it is just as easy to find a cozy sweater as it is high performance running tights. Here are a few of my personal tried-and-true brands I think you will love, too.
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Sweaty Betty Originated in London. Offers yoga, dance, spin, swim, run, après ski and snowboard gear, in addition to a line called “sport luxe” which is the epitome of athleisure-chic. While the prices are a little steep, the quality and design is well worth the investment.
MUST TRY Resto Luxe Jumper, 10K Run Tights
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Fabletics Kate Hudson’s newest venture is a monthly subscription service offering special pricing, free shipping and credits towards gear for VIP members. Pieces are styled into outfits to make shopping virtually effortless. New members can snag a special sign up offer of $25 for their first outfit.
MUST TRY Agon Pullover, Salar Leggings W RITTE N BY KIMBE RLY CAUT I
is a New York-based writer/stylist who enjoys cooking, crafting and being outdoors. She can be reached at kimberly.m.cauti@gmail.com. Follow @kimberlycauti on polyvore.com.
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Athleta/ GapFit Athleta has certainly carved a name for itself in the “athleisure” industry and does a brilliant job combining functionality, affordability, and fashion. Much like Sweaty Betty, you can find everything from swimwear to dresses to chic loungewear. Don’t miss their collaboration with Derek Lam, available online only for a limited time. Its sister brand, Gap Fit offers the same fantastic quality with paired down options without skimping on style.
SHOPPING GUIDE 1 SWEATY BETTY Sweaty Betty Kinetic 7/8 Leggings $125. SWEATYBETTY.COM Puma Carson Runner Graph Women’s Running Shoes$46. PUMA.COM Sweaty Betty Weekender Studio Holdall $200. SWEATYBETTY.COM Sweaty Betty Anusara Yoga Tank $65. SWEATYBETTY.COM
Sweaty Betty Resto Luxe Jumper $310. SWEATYBETTY.COM
MUST TRY
2 FABLETICS
GapFit “Breathe” Tank, Athleta’s “Unstinkable” line, made from antimicrobial natural silver salts
Fabletics Sweatshirts Agon Pullover $60. FABLETICS.COM Fabletics Sports Bras Tribal Knot Bra $30. FABLETICS.COM Fabletics Leggings Salar Legging $80. FABLETICS.COM
Nike Roshe Run Women’s Shoes $75. ZAPPOS.COM
3 ATHLETA Athleta And Derek Lam 515 Sneaker by New Balance $70. ATHLETA.GAP.COM
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Forever 21 Active Forever 21 has come a long way as a brand, and has made a perfectly timed entrance into the athletic wear arena. If you aren’t looking to spend a fortune but still want to look the part, check out their extensive new collection featuring geometric inspired collaborations with newcomer Woven Threads.
MUST TRY
Village Cashmere T Neck Sweater $126. ATHLETA.GAP.COM Go To Gym Bag $128. ATHLETA.GAP.COM
Highline Tank $38. ATHLETA.GAP.COM Merge Tight $54. ATHLETA.GAP.COM 4 FOREVER 21 Adidas Superstar Leather Sneakers$92. MYTHERESA.COM Forever 21 Women’s Wolven Threads Sports Bra $35. FOREVER21.COM (set) Forever 21 Women’s Active Draped-Back Tank $13. FOREVER21.COM
Forever 21 Om Yoga Mat $9.90. FOREVER21.COM
Chakra Sports Bra by Woven Threads, Active Draped-Back Tank
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C U LT I V A T E
WORKOUT
Quick flips ACTIVEWEAR IS THE HOT
item on trend right now, and so simple to work into your every day attire rotation. By now the “transitioning your outfit from the office to happy hour” conundrum is an entirely perfected routine. Easy pieces that can be swapped in or out to transform your look from day to night make your evolution seemingly effortless without missing a beat.
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Sweaty Betty Patanjali Yoga Cropped Sweater $220. SWEATYBETTY. COM
Adidas By Stella Mccartney Studio Bag $185. NELLY.COM
Bloch Pulse Women’s Dance Shoes $40. ZAPPOS.COM
Bcbg Maxazria ‘Wane’ Studded Black Leather Wedge Booties $270. RUNWAYCATALOG.COM
Sweaty Betty Makarasana Yoga Unitard $165.
MSGM High Waist Pencil Skirt $260
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One area that is much trickier to master in terms of wardrobe transitioning; how to make it from work place to workout in one fell swoop.
W RI TTE N BY KI MBE RLY CAUT I
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Pulling off such a transition requires some planning ahead, but once you’ve finally nailed a solid routine you’ll have just one more personal record to be proud of. No matter what time of day you’re cranking out burpees or sprinting to the finish line, with these tricks you’ll never have another excuse to miss a workout – not even for happy hour.
Try pairing a lightweight cropped yoga sweater with a high-waisted pencil skirt or trousers the next time you’re ready to chaturanga in a hurry, then simply swap your bottoms for leggings as you race to your mat. If you are lucky enough to work in a more casual environment, pair running tights or yoga leggings with riding boots, a tank, and a sweater, where a simple change of footwear and removal of an extra layer is the only thing standing between you and crushing deadlifts like a boss.
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Athleta Women Chi Tank Size 1X Plus $39.
Victoria’s Secret Yoga Legging $40. VICTORIAS SECRET.COM
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A mid-day workout may be more your speed, in which case you will want to create an easy beauty arsenal that keeps you looking – and smelling – fresh long after that killer sweat session. For many, it is our best bet to get in a satisfying spin class or strength training session. Because lunch hours don’t magically get longer at the gym, come prepared to physically refresh after mentally rebooting.
Key items like dry shampoo, facial mist, cleansing wipes, and of course deodorant are all obvious staples especially if you don’t have time to shower. Think about what beauty routine is most important to you, and stock your travel cosmetic bag with these items next. Do you feel tired looking without mascara? Naked without a little tinted moisturizer? Carry sample sizes in your bag to freshen your face before heading back to your desk, or out for that happy hour you know you don’t want to miss.
The moral of the story? Invest in breathable, versatile pieces that look just as chic in the boardroom as they do in the boxing ring, and stock up on beauty essentials that refresh in an instant. The obvious bonus here: you’ll be comfy and look great all day, every day. Namaste. MB
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C U L I VA T E GET BEAUTIFUL
WE TRY IT: TRILIPIDERM In preparation for our spring issue, the Mind+Body team was excited to try a fabulous local product: Trilipiderm. The company has a holistic approach to skincare and is made right in our backyard in Jackson, WY. These lotions include Vitamin D, and other all-natural ingredients including olive, chamomile, and more. We love local products, so when we found out about Trilipiderm we knew we just had to try it! Read more to see what the Mind+Body team thought of the Trilipiderm products.
SARA CAGLE ALL-BODY MOISTURE RETENTION CRÈME: In the winter my skin gets super dry. Finding a lotion that can help combat that without having to apply and re-apply is important. I did find that applying right after the shower helped to absorb this lotion much better than others I use, and it stayed moisturizing longer. I really liked the lotion.
KRISTIN DEILY
ALL-BODY MOISTURE RETENTION CRÈME:
REHYDRATION NIGHT CRÈME: My face
I really like his lotion. It is light
lotions/creams, I have to have a
and moisturizes without being
good balance of moisture without
oily. Putting it on my skin before
making my face too oily – this face
bed means I wake up feeling silky
cream was definitely light enough
smooth and it does a great job
to not leave me greasy when I woke
repairing the dry skin on my legs or
up in the morning which is very
anywhere else.
important for me. It also helped my
tends to be a little on the more oily side so when I try new facial
dry skin repair and stay smooth.
REHYDRATION NIGHT CRÈME:
CLAIRE WHITWORTH
I LOVE this night cream. I have VERY
CRÈME: In the winter I tend to
temperamental skin, and this is the
have combination skin where my
only night cream I have found that
forehead is super oily and the rest
doesn’t feel heavy on my face or
of my face becomes extremely try
clog my pores and cause zits. I have
so it is hard to find a great balance.
been using it every night for some
I really liked that this lotion didn’t
time because I really love the way
feel oily and so I was comfortable
it makes my skin feel and doesn’t
using it on my face during the day.
ALL-BODY MOISTURE RETENTION
make me break out. REHYDRATION NIGHT CRÈME: I personally tend to go more towards night crèmes since I can wipe the oil away in the morning. I really like how this didn’t feel like it was just sitting on my face but actually moisturizing it.
MB
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C U L I VA T E GET BEAUTIFUL
5 THINGS WOMEN WITH GREAT HAIR DO
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GET BEAUTIFUL
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GET A PROPER HAIRCUT AND STICK TO A SCHEDULE When does your hair feel the healthiest and most gorgeous? Usually right after we leave the
Much like girl crushes and wardrobe crushes, hair crushes are a thing! The quintessential hair crush of the moment is Gigi Hadid (the girl has great hair!). Blake Lively, Jennifer Aniston and Jessica Alba are close runners-up, but regardless of who it is, these ladies are clearly doing something right when it comes to their hair routine. Here are five tricks for keeping your hair in tip top shape just like your hair crush.
salon! That’s because a pro stylist knows just what to do to give your hair life, shape and bounce. Regular haircuts mean less split ends, more defined shape and increased confidence. Who can argue with that?
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USE THE RIGHT SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER FOR YOUR HAIR TYPE There is a huge benefit in determining which shampoo and conditioner is right for your hair type: bouncier curls, shinier hair, longer-lasting hair color, etc. Talk to your stylist about the right hair care regimen for your specific hair type to ensure your hair is getting exactly what it needs to looks its best.
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GIVE YOUR ENDS SOME TLC When conditioning your hair work from the bottom up. Your ends are generally the driest part of your hair and require the most moisture and repair. Use a hair serum like Oribe’s Split End Sealer® ($46) on your ends and mid-length of your hair daily to fortify and preserve your tresses.
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BRUSH YOUR HAIR REGULARLY Yeah we love the lived-in look too, but it’s important to brush your hair to avoid tangles and distribute your hair’s natural oils. Plus, brushing your hair can do wonders to your beach waves and curls. Hello, bombshell!
Ready to get started on a new hair care regimen and lock in great hair days? April Mind+Body Get Beautiful contributors Studio Be can help! Visit one of 3 Studio Be Salon locations to freshen up your ‘do and stock up on the proper care and styling products for your new look.
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STYLE SMART When styling your hair ALWAYS use a thermal protection spray like Oribe’s Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray® ($34) to guard your locks from damage and leave your hair with sealed in shimmer.
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C U LT I V A T E GET OUT
GREEGOR PEDALS TO SUCCESS W RI TTE N BY NICO L E D UG G A N
For someone who has built her life around bikes, one of Tessa Greegor’s first childhood bike-related memories is not a very positive one. Young Greegor had decorated her bike for a local parade, but the neighborhood bully popped all her balloons before the start. “I just remember crying the whole time,” she said. Luckily, this introduction did not color her opinions of biking for too long.
Nicole Duggan is a freelance writer who lives in Fort Collins. She can be reached at nicole.b.duggan@gmail.com. 16 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
Years and many bike rides later Greegor is now the FC Bikes Program Manager, where she advocates for bicycling and works with her team to expand biking opportunities in Fort Collins. She has participated in long-distance bike tours, triathlons, and has recently started training for a marathon, but she is most passionate about biking. Greegor has channeled this passion into the growing opportunities for others to fall in love with biking in Fort Collins. After growing up in Boise, Idaho and receiving her undergraduate from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Greegor moved to Seattle to get her Master’s Degree in Urban Planning. During her graduate studies she started to work specifically with bicycle advocacy, pursuing her research and thesis on bike safety by looking at crashes in the surrounding areas. After finishing school Greegor began working at the Seattle Cascade Bicycle Club, where she worked as a bicycle advocate, including partnering with cities evaluating different implementation plans to enable safe bike commuting. Seeing an opportunity she couldn’t pass up and excited to live in a smaller town, Greegor and her husband moved to Fort Collins in 2013, pleased to be able to engage with the bike-friendly community. Greegor points out that Fort Collins is designated by the League of American Bicyclists as one of only five platinumlevel bicycle friendly cities in the United States. In her work with the city Greegor is especially proud of her team’s actions to create and implement the 2014 Bicycle Master Plan, including elements such as the Pitkin Low-Stress Bikeway and the soon-to-launch Bike Share program. The program will offer a network of bicycles across the city available for short-term use. Her programs also keep an eye on activism, focusing on education for bikers and drivers, safety courses and outreach. Greegor points to the foundation of support that has been built by the community and the partnerships that have been created as deserving credit for the success of these programs. “Almost everyone rides a bike,” she said. “Whether it be for recreating or commuting or just when friends come into town. So there is interest in making it even more accessible to people.” When she’s not working Greegor enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband (whom she met on a Seattle bike ride) and their black lab, Ryder. You’ll find her cruising the Fort Collins trails on foot, ski, or, most often, on her bicycle. MB
C U LT I V A T E GET OUT
PUT THESE LOCAL RACES ON YOUR CALENDAR AND THANK US LATER!
5 CAN’T-MISS FORT COLLINS FUN RUNS For those of us who like to feel like we’ve earned our pint of beer on the weekend, there are great options for shorter distance fun runs around town. They offer an opportunity to get your heart rate up — without the training commitment that a longer race demands. Here are our Top 5. Put them on your calendar and thank us later!
WR I T T E N BY L AU R E N GUST US
FIRE HYDRANT 5K
THE HUMAN RACE
When: May 2016
When: July 30, 2016
Got a pup who loves to be outside as much as you do? Bring her along for this long-running fun run and both of you will get some exercise.
This 5K — there are also 10K and halfmarathon options, as well as a free fun run for the kiddos — allows runners to toe the line with historic Trolley Car 21.
It’s important to note that from Dalmatians to Daschunds, the Larimer Humane Society is the big winner in this race. The fundraiser last year helped homeless animals to the tune of more than $80,000. Sponsor Whole Foods last year provided water and Frisbees, for you and your fourlegged friend to enjoy.
The refurbished municipal trolley operates on an eastwest route along Mountain Avenue. Runners that beat the old car will go home with bragging rights and a special t-shirt. Following the run, Odell hosts a beer garden and there’s a pancake breakfast brought to you by Snooze Eatery.
THANKSGIVING DAY RUN
BEAT BEETHOVEN 5K
SHARIN’ O’ THE GREEN 5K
When: Nov. 24, 2016
When: April 3, 2016
When: March, 2017
Looking forward to the pie and mashed potatoes? Enjoy them without any of the guilt, joining fellow turkey trotters for a 4-mile run through town. The race begins and ends in Old Town. It takes runners, joggers and walkers in a loop down college, east to City Park and back along Mountain Avenue.
The goal of this approximately 3.1-mile run is to complete the course before Beethoven’s 5th Symphony concludes. The music begins as soon as runners cross the starting line and concludes 33 minutes later.
What better way to kick off your annual running calendar than with a run through town with 2,000 of your closest green tutu-clad, kilt-wearing friends? This race begins and ends at Library Park and heads south on Remington before looping back up north. It’s a benefit for the nonprofit Partners Mentoring Youth.
Little pilgrims can race down College Avenue in a kids’ fun run just prior to the main run. There’s no entry fee and participants receive finisher’s ribbons.
The downtown Fort Collins run is a benefit for the Fort Collins Symphony’s youth education and community engagement programs.
After the run, stick around to catch the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade down College Avenue or a green beer in Old Town.
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ASPIRE GET HOME
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TREADMILL OR ELLIPTICAL
JUST DATING: YOUR HOME GYM Have you ever considered a gym membership? To some, it feels like you’re saying “I do,” making a contractual obligation with a promise of future happiness. Beyond the budget considerations, a contract can lock you into a relationship you aren’t quite ready for. Before making the commitment, shop around, explore your options, and build your own home gym. For little effort, you can start an exercise routine anxiety-free. Commitment-phobic? That’s OK, take small steps and date.
When ready to get more serious, consider one of these. Each provides great overall cardio even on the snowiest of days. However, fitness expert Dennis Blair from Core Fitness & Nutrition says most people just, “plod along” and need to focus on interval training to get results from. Shane Van Oene, Manager of Colorado Used Gym Equipment, says buying commercial grade is the way to go. Only slightly more expensive, these machines have higher weight capacities, are better quality and built for a long-term commitment.
GET HOME
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FLOOR MAT Low-impact exercises help improve flexibility. For stretching, sit-ups or lying on your back, a floor mat is essential. Any mat will do, as long as it’s one to two inches thick and supports you head to toe. Don’t get too caught-up in logos, designs or colors, since they add to the price. Looks aren’t everything in a home gym.
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HAND WEIGHTS These are essential for strength training. Certified personal trainer Tracy Van Thuyne says women often make the mistake of buying wimpy weights. She recommends 5 to 8-pound hand weights for maximum effectiveness (most of us have 2 or 3-pounders). To check if you’re on track, do 12-15 reps of shoulder presses. If too easy, increase the weight. You’re stronger than you think!
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MEDICINE BALL People tend to over-purchase items, Blair advises keeping equipment to a minimum. However, a medicine ball is the new “must” for any home gym. They are versatile and provide a fantastic core workout. Uses include sit-ups, torso twists — any free movement. Options range in size, weights and come with or without handles… just like your last date.
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A PLAN All our experts agree: when most of us start a new exercise program, we fail to have a realistic plan. Van Thuyne recommends scheduling workouts on the calendar. Just don’t schedule seven days of training only to get bummed when you miss one and spiral downwards into a big pile of brownies. Blair advises starting slow, because it’s easy to either get hurt or lose motivation before the first week is over. Some relationships may start off rocky, so it’s key to communicate fitness goals to your circle of friends, family and co-workers. Having support and the right equipment can turn an exercise program into a long and satisfying relationship with good health and selfconfidence. Scheduling workouts on the calendar but don’t schedule seven days of training only to get bummed when you miss one and spiral downwards into a big pile of brownies. Be realistic! MB
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Originally from Buffalo, NY, Kristin Owens is a recovering academic now writing for fun. Her husband and dachshund brew beer in the garage... a welcome Fort Collins cliche.
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5 STEPS TO BREATHING EASIER As winter slowly melts into spring, many of us are experiencing severe cabin fever. But many of us are also experiencing some additional symptoms that are potentially caused by being cooped up inside all winter.
While most people associate air quality with being outdoors in the heat of the summer, it should also be a concern throughout the rest of the year. Indoor air quality is always a concern, but especially during the winter months when homes are closed up against the cold. Modern homes have become very effectively airtight, and while this is great for many reasons, it means that there is no natural circulation of air inside the home when the windows remain closed. For those pollutants trapped in the house, there is simply a recirculation of the air within the home. This may mean that the quality of air inside the home is actually worse than that outside. In recent years, air quality within the home has become increasingly important because people are spending more and more time indoors. There are many irritants and pollutants that may be present inside a home, and while they are particularly harmful to children, elderly and asthmatic people, these pollutants are affecting everyone within the home. Lead dust, formaldehyde, fire-retardants, radon, chemicals from cleaning supplies, dust mites, mold, and pet dander are some of the most common harmful pollutants found in homes. There are some steps that can be taken to help improve air quality when allowing new air into the house via open windows is not a good option.
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Keep floors as clean as possible
No smoking in the house
Keeping as much outside of the home as possible is the first step to good air quality. Large mats at every entrance helps reduce the amount of dirt, mold, and other pollutants tracked into the house. Vacuuming frequently with a HEPA filtered system, and following with mopping (just water works fine!) the floors to pick up any particles that were too small for the vacuum.
Everyone knows that smoking is bad for you and those around you. Smoking in the house puts the myriad chemicals found in cigarettes into the air, and the lack of circulation means that all of those chemicals stay in the house even after the actual cigarette has been put out. If someone absolutely must smoke, make sure they do it outside of the house.
Test for radon Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium, which is found in nearly all soils. The gas moves into homes from the surrounding soils through tiny cracks in the foundation, and any home could have a problem with it, regardless of the state of the home otherwise. Radon greatly increases the risk for lung cancer, but is nearly undetectable as an air pollutant without specific testing. Radon testing should be performed on your home to ensure you are not unknowingly polluting the air you and your family breathe.
Taking a few extra steps and precautions can improve the health of the air you and your family breathe throughout the long winter months and into the spring. For an assessment on the quality of air in your home,
Eliminate synthetic fragrances
Install an air purifier
Synthetic fragrances in cleaning products or air fresheners are by their very nature chemicals that are released into the air of your home. Many fragrances are “proprietary� and the exact chemical makeup is unknown, and while this doesn’t necessarily mean they are toxic, it does mean that they are potentially putting unwanted pollutants into the air. Instead, use natural items like lemon juice or baking soda to eliminate unwanted smells.
To ensure the healthiest quality of air possible, install a whole house air purification system. The filter ensures that particles and pollutants are taken out of the air, ensuring that you and your family can breathe better and easier. Ensuring high quality of air in the home becomes easier with a purifier, allowing anything missed by all of the rest of the efforts to improve air quality to be taken care of easily.
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NO MORE MESS 4 SIMPLE SOLUTIONS FOR STORING OUTDOOR GEAR AND TOYS
When you feel like everything but the car is parked in your garage, it can be hard to find the motivation to get out and go. With a few simple steps, you’ll be on your way to an actionpacked summer.
As we run towards a return to warm weather and all of the joy that comes along with — from the smell of freshly-cut grass to the old familiar feeling of your feet on the pedals — it’s easy to get waylaid by an unsightly, unorganized garage. Proper care and storage of your expensive outdoor gear provides longer life and better performance. Consider these suggestions for care and storage.
CAMP GEAR
BICYCLES
If stored properly, all you have to do is load the car when summer arrives.
Local hardware stores offer a number of storage options at reasonable prices, including those that hang from both the ceiling and walls of the garage.
Backpacker.com suggests air drying your bag for at least 24 hours before storing. Don’t place your bag immediately in its stuff sack because the longer the compression, the more loft and warmth it loses. Wash the bag once a year in a large commercial washer or bathtub. Handle carefully and line dry. Hang in a closet.
✱ Spring is a good time to clean and organize. And for many of us, our garages are in need of a little TLC. Divide the space into sections for each purpose: tools, garden supplies, toys and outdoor gear. Then, install shelves or other organizational paraphernalia.
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The best way to store camp gear is in plastic containers with good handles, tight snapping lids and wheels, if possible. Label each container. Use either tool bags or smaller plastic bins and label each — “lantern,” “cooking utensils,” “picnic supplies,” etc. Place them in larger bins. Tape a check list to one empty container for last-minute items and perishables.
As you look to get back out on the road, check your tires and patch or fill as needed. Wash your bike and wipe it down following. Lubricate the chain and cables. Check to be sure accessories, including electronics such as a GPS, are working.
SKIS AND SNOWBOARDS Before storing your skis, wipe down and melt an ski wax along the edges and base. Both cross country and downhill skis can be stored flat or standing. Preferably store in a climate-controlled area rather than a garage — under the bed, in a closet, displayed on an indoor wall or any temperature controlled, dry environment. Don’t, however, hang your skis by their tips. Make or purchase a board with inserted pegs. Brace the ski pairs between two pegs and hang poles on a peg. Or, store them on a shelf. Pull liners and insoles from boots and wipe them down. Let your boots air dry for at least a day. Once dry, buckle or lace the boots, store in a closet with helmet and cover loosely with a grocery bag to keep out dust and insects, but not air.
GOLF To lengthen the life of your golf equipment and store properly, follow these simple tips. Store in the garage or house but not in the trunk of your car. Clean clubs after every game with fresh water, soap and a scrub brush. Be sure they’re dry before placing them in the bag. Hang the pull cart. Cover clubs with a rain hood or grocery bag.
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Linda Osmundson is a freelance writer who lives in Fort Collins.
ASPIRE GET FIT
4 WAYS TO PREP FOR SUMMER BEFORE THE MERCURY RISES, CONSIDER THESE HELPFUL TIPS FOR HOME AND HEALTH
✱ Northern Colorado weather offers a wealth of summer entertaining But the places we most like to gather have gathered dirt and debris for months. Hose down the deck or patio. Or better yet, rent, borrow, or buy a power-washer to spray down outdoor spaces and furniture. Use soapy water and rinse well. opportunities, whether during the day or after sunset.
Snow can fall all the way into May but we like it better when it doesn’t. Because that means we can get outside and play, soon. Now is the time to start planning for outdoor sports and entertaining. Here’s what you can do today, so you’re ready to roll when the weather warms.
GIVE YOU CAR SOME LOVE
UNPACK YOUR CAMP GEAR
Wash off winter’s salt and dirt with a deep cleanse, either in the driveway or at the car wash. If you still have your snow tires on, have them switched out. They reduce mileage and add road noise, which is less than appreciated once you’re able to crack the windows and your sunroof. Too, summer heat requires a different tire pressure, so check on that. Clean or change windshield wipers, which can take a beating in winter’s snow and ice. Make sure your brakes are safe, the air conditioning is working at full capacity and the spare is ready for use.
If you neglected to clean and organize camping gear in the fall, use the cool spring days to get a jump on summer. Wash the sleeping bags and hang to dry for 24 hours.
Overheating causes most summer car breakdowns. Flush and refill your coolant. Create a kit filled with first aid and emergency items — bandages, antiseptic gel, gauze, flares, batteries, flashlight, water, nutrition bars, basic tools and even a blanket in case of an unexpected weather change in the mountains. Oh, and water. Don’t forget water.
Check each storage bin for tight lids, good handles and working wheels. Repair, clean and replenish items like picnic supplies, fire starters, eating and cooking utensils. Tape a list of last minute supplies on an empty bin.
DEVELOP A PRE-RACE ROUTINE If you take a few steps before you head out the door, your sports routine will be that much smoother. For example, walk or set a slower pace and shorter distance before taking up your normal running routine. Too, there are specific exercise programs that toughen up muscles for golf, tennis and hiking. For hiking, gather navigation and clothing essentials, fire starter, knife and snacks. Replenish mosquito spray, nutrition bars, lip balm and sunscreen. Make sure shoes are not broken down before hitting the trail, links or court. Think hat and sunglasses. And take time to tune up that bike — lubricate chain and cables. Replenish the repair kit items, batteries, and make sure all the electronics work.
AND ABOUT THAT GRILL... Get the grill ready — no small task if it didn’t get much love from the grill brush last season — and restock supplies. Make a list of entertaining needs and tape inside a kitchen cabinet door. Clean surrounding shrubbery and flower beds. Consider a string of lighting, such as small white Christmas lights, through plants or around railings. Store colorful accessories such as tablecloths, napkins, and chair pillows within easy reach. When the time comes for guests, pull out the decorations, cook your favorites and open the patio door. Now that all is ready for summer, enjoy!
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WOMEN ON THE
GO Dr. Michelle Glasgow discusses why women get injured and how best to prevent it so you can reduce downtime and keep on moving.
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Female athletes are not the rarity they once were. Sports and fitness are a part of most women’s lives, and with this ubiquity comes greater likelihood of injury. Dr. Michelle Glasgow, family medicine physician at the Kaiser Permanente Fort Collins Medical Offices lent her expertise to answering some questions about women in sports and fitness and the injuries she tends to see as a result. What kinds of things do women tend to do to get in shape? Dr. Glasgow: When women decide to get in shape, it is often motivated by a desire to lose weight, and lose it quickly. As a result they will tend to jump in too quickly and overdo it. Unfortunately, when someone goes from “couch potato” to wanting to run a marathon on day one, it doesn’t usually go well. In the best case scenario, they end up really sore and not wanting to come back the next day to work out again, in the worst case scenario they do themselves an actual injury. Most injuries come from the de-conditioned person trying to jump right into vigorous activity. Instead, try to ease into a routine and let your body recover before pushing the envelope. Overuse injuries from repetitive exercises with a de-conditioned body are really common. I also see a lot of women who like weight training instead of cardio, because lifting is comparatively easy. Unfortunately, strength training
Michelle Glasgow, M.D., is a family medicine physician practicing at the Kaiser Permanente Fort Collins Medical Offices.
alone isn’t good exercise. It does prevent injuries by strengthening the muscles, but we need both strength and conditioning — cardio — to get in shape.
What are the most common injuries for women?
Dr. Glasgow: The most common injuries in women are overuse injuries. This is commonly in the form of tendinitis or stress fractures. These are overuse injuries, and result from repetitive movement and pounding. A lot of times they result from running on hard ground for long distances, especially when the runner is overweight. We also see a lot of inflammatory conditions in the lower limbs, which is again caused by repetitive pounding associated with running, and is exacerbated by being overweight or having improper footwear.
What is different about female injuries than male injuries? Dr. Glasgow: We see a lot more stress fractures in women than in men, which can be attributed to several different factors. Bone density in women is generally lower than that in men. This is both due to hormones and nutrition. Stress fractures are due to a lack of calcium, and mostly occur in the feet, hips, and pelvis. They can be recognized because the pain is significant and always the same, but only occurs when the actual activity is underway. There is usually no swelling or bruising associated with the injury site, but the pain returns immediately upon resuming exercise.
What are some good places to start a fitness program? Dr. Glasgow: Cycling and swimming are some of the activities I recommend for women to start getting back into shape. They help burn calories and provide excellent cardio workouts, but really don’t have much impact associated with them. They are great exercise and minimize possible injury.
When should you go to the doctor for an injury? Dr. Glasgow: A couple of good cardinal rules about going to the doctor about an injury are: • Swelling, redness, or fever associated with pain • Pain does not resolve with rest • Pain out of proportion to injury • No relief with over the counter pain medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen) • Pain recurs with every instance of activity
ASPIRE GET TO WORK
GYMNASTICS COACH BUILDS MOLDABLE EARBUDS BUSINESS
JUMP TO THE BEAT W R IT T E N BY K AT HL E E N D U FF
KYLE KIRKPATRICK had two passions. One was elite gymnastics, and the other was listening to music. Trouble was, the two passions didn’t mix. Every time Kirkpatrick tumbled, ran or jumped on a trampoline, his earphones would fall out. Gone would be the music that motivated and inspired him while exercising and coaching gymnastics. The dilemma bothered him so much that Kirkpatrick, in a fit of creative necessity, started experimenting in his kitchen with different materials to develop earphones that wouldn’t slip out with movement. He had seen athletes wearing mouth guards that were molded to their mouths after dipping them in hot water and wondered if the same approach would work for earphones. And it did. “I had to use a little bit of chemistry, and there were a lot of ruined pans,” Kirkpatrick said, with an infectious grin. But it was only after making sets of custom moldable earphones as Christmas gifts for his relatives did he consider launching what would become one of Northern Colorado’s new-business success stories — Decibullz. The company manufactures custom moldable earphones and accessories that allow users to heat the products, shape them to their ears and go.
“I SOLD MY CAR TO START THE PATENT PROCESS THREE OR FOUR YEARS AGO” Kyle Kirkpatrick, CEO of Decibullz, created the first thermo-fit custom molded earphones.
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Cody McMullen of GK Gymnastics uses his Decibullz earphones during training and coaching.
“I sold my car to start the patent process three or four years ago,” Kirkpatrick, 33, said from a new warehouse space in Loveland. “It took us a year just to learn how to manufacture it.” Online sales, boosted by word of mouth, as well as trade shows have fueled rapid growth. Today, Decibullz has nine employees and plans to hire more. Gold stars on a world map in the office mark the countries where Decibullz does business, including Asia, the Netherlands and Australia. Like most successful entrepreneurs, Kirkpatrick bounced his initial success toward other innovative products, such as wireless moldable earbuds, earplugs for the military and moldable hearing aids. “Earplugs are now a best-seller,” said Kirkpatrick, who often carries a sketchbook so he won’t forget new product ideas. The company is constantly gauging its customers’ needs. And those needs surprise even Decibullz. Kirkpatrick and his employees initially thought their customer base would largely consist of athletes, given their durability and comfort. But a recent survey found most customers are music lovers of all ages. The innovation isn’t limited to products. Kirkpatrick’s approach to business, which leans on Kickstarter campaigns and regular updates to the company’s “backers,” keeps customers engaged in the progress of Decibullz. Customers find themselves as much supporters of Decibullz as they are consumers. The new business received another boost in 2014 when it won the first CSU Blue Ocean Enterprises Challenge, in which companies pitched their ideas to win prize money. Decibullz came away with the $250,000 first prize. “We just wanted to take advantage of the workshops (provided by the challenge). It really blind sided us when we won. The money was great, but the real prize was the Blue Ocean mentorship,” Kirkpatrick said. Mentors provided as part of the prize explained to him that rapid growth could kill a company. “They told us we want to help build you a platform — a stable
foundation — to sustain that rapid growth we expect. I’ve learned so much.” Kirkpatrick, who grew up in Niwot, says he plans on keeping his business in Northern Colorado. Here, he has found plenty of support. “I have asked some really busy people for help and not one has turned me down,” he said. “I’ve tried doing that in other places, and it’s not the same. Business in Colorado has a different culture.” Kirkpatrick said in many ways his life has come full circle. He recently bought a car to replace the one he had to give up for the enterprise. And, despite a focus on business and employees and creating new products, his favorite pastime remains listening to music while bouncing on a trampoline. MB Kathleen Duff is a freelance writer who lives in Fort Collins.
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LOVE YOUR HOBBIES WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK
FINDING BALANCE W RI T T E N BY H ON OR TARPE N N I N G
Honor is a writer from Annapolis, MD, who is also an equestrian and sailor. Reach her at htarpenning@ gmailcom
FOR MANY PEOPLE , hobbies and passions are what we truly live for.
We work hard to make money and manage our lives so we are able to do the things that make us happy and ultimately make everything else worthwhile. But what happens when the things that make your world go round are breaking the bank? How do you balance finances and personal fulfillment? If this sounds like your struggle, rest assured you’re not the only one tightening your belt in the areas outside of the necessities. Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditures Report, spending on entertainment (which includes hobbies) was reduced by 4.7%. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , 2015) So how do you carve out that me-time without developing a cost-based guilt complex?
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EDUCATE YOURSELF Classes in yoga or painting may cost more than you’re willing to shell out habitually, but you can look for one-off clinics that cost a little more but cover a lot more material. Then from there you can use your local library and the Internet to look into the finer points of what you’ve learned. There are video tutorials for almost everything online nowadays, and many hobby teachers have video channels where you can learn a lot and practice on a regular basis in the comfort of your own home at no charge.
GET CREATIVE This is especially important for those with the crafting bug, but applies across many “gear-heavy” hobbies. It’s so easy to go to the store and buy all the fun things you need to put together your next project. Sticking to budgets and making use of what you already have at your disposal can help you meet your goals without breaking the bank.
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YOUR WALKING CLUB
APPRECIATE THE LITTLE THINGS Travel costs can be prohibitive for a lot of hobbies, but sometimes to make it all work you just have to think small. Birding, for example, has taken writer and photojournalist Patti Trujillo to 5 continents, producing a life list of over 640 birds, but she explains that you can be a very serious birder in your own neighborhood. “As a lister, it is fun to make lists of small places, a yard list or a list of the town you live in or a park…see as many birds as you can nearby so you don’t have to travel for the life list thing. Just enjoy the birding, appreciate common birds as much as the rarities.” This mentality carries over to anyone with the travel bug. Take day trips. Explore places nearby that you’ve never been. Adventures don’t have to be far away to be fabulous.
KNOW WHEN YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR If you’re into hiking, horseback riding, or running, what you put on your feet is vital to your success, so it is perfectly reasonable to splurge a little in that area, but if your thing is sailing, for example, will the top-of-the-line boat shoes make you a better sailor? Major purchases should be restricted to things you know are worth the investment— things that will perform and hold up better if you spend a little more.
✱ TAKE CARE OF YOU STUFF Oil your leather saddle, grease your bicycle chain, take care of your gear and it will take care of you! Don’t be the reason you can’t have nice things.
LEARN TO COMPROMISE Is this year’s top-ofthe-line driver really going to improve your golf swing that much more than a year-older model at half the price? Ask yourself—am I really buying this particular snowboard, rod and reel, saddle, etc. because it is substantially better than one that’s less expensive, or am I buying because of the name?
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DON’T OVERBUY INITIALLY You don’t need every single tool for every single aspect of your new hobby right away. Set goals for yourself and only buy what you need for the first goals--as you progress, buy more stuff. You don’t need 25 top-of-the-line brushes for your first painting, or the best guitar money can buy for your first lessons. Wade into it gradually.
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LYM GEORGIA GOULD SCOOPS UP THE PROFESSOR and holds the little, brown hen with streaks of green in its neck feathers. The Professor is joined by Matilda, Radon, and the Penguin in Gould’s backyard coop. She tells a story about the time she locked herself inside. “I was like, ‘Are you kidding me? Did I really just do this to myself ?’” said Gould, Fort Collins’ Olympic mountain biker. “I thought I’d be stuck in here the rest of the day.” Gould didn’t have to wait for rescue. She wiggled her fingers through the chicken wire to grab a stick and unhook the latch. Good thing, because Gould had a lot to do in the hard-working, two-acre yard that features the chicken coop, two apple trees, a large garden and three beehives. Gould’s garage, which houses a dozen or so bikes — of the road, mountain, cyclocross and motorized dirt variety — is behind the chicken coop. Husband’s Dusty Labarr’s handmade guitars and other woodworking projects lie across a large worktable. A poster of Gould, in her signature blue LUNA team jersey, hangs from a wall. It’s late January, and coming off an impressive secondplace finish in the U.S. Cyclocross Nationals race, Gould finally gets to enjoy the offseason in Fort Collins. For a couple of months anyway.
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Olympic medalwinning cyclist Georgia Gould holds one of her four chickens she keeps at her home in Fort Collins.
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Her mountain bike season begins in March, and the first UCI World Cup races will send Gould to Austria, France, Germany, Scotland and Australia during the spring. The UCI World Championships are the first week of July. A month later, Gould hopes she’ll be in Brazil representing the U.S. at the Rio Games. At 36, Gould is in the twilight of her professional racing career. This season is most likely her final on the World Cup circuit, she said, and she’ll have to hold off a few young stars to make her third Olympic team. If she does, what a way to cap a stellar career that started aimlessly as a 19-year-old in Sun Valley, Idaho. With four national cross-country mountain biking titles, the Olympic bronze, four second-place national cyclocross finishes and sustained success at the World Cup level, Gould’s name belongs among the best American women cyclists. The black Orbea mountain bike she rode to bronze at the 2012 London Games sits on display at the National Museum of American History. Perhaps young girls who see that bike will be inspired to hop on their own bike and race the boys down the street. Chase that Olympic dream. She keeps her Olympic bronze medal in a small box, handy for trips to Fort Collins schools where young kids get to touch the medal and meet Gould, who is quick with a joke and a high-five. On this January day, we walk around her backyard and tour her home, talking Olympics, beekeeping, cooking, motherhood, why Boulder sucks and her post-career plans. This much is clear: Gould’s life is much more than riding bikes.
“It’s funny. If people ask me to describe myself I don’t think I would even mention cycling. Riding bikes is something I like and something I happen to be good at, but it’s not who I am,” Gould said. “I like finding that balance in my life. When I retire, I’m not going to be sitting here lost, like ‘What does my life mean,’ you know?” We’re standing in her bright kitchen and Gould walks toward me with a knife. “Isn’t this cool!” Labarr got if for her for Christmas, this beautiful 8-inch, hand forged, steel chef knife. “This was like the best present ever,” Gould giddily says. Gould appreciates a sturdy, sharp knife. She always loved cooking, but years ago, bored with her life outside cycling, Gould enrolled in the chef track program at Culinary School of the Rockies in Boulder. Instead of talking tire pressureand miles per week, Gould could joke about how to tell basil from cilantroand compare home gardens. “I was over the whole bubble of cycling. It was great. People would be like, ‘Oh, you went to the Olympics huh? OK, but did you see ‘Top Chef ’ last night?’” Gould said.
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A few of the things that make Gould feel at home: her chickens, her medal, and just a few of her many plants.
She makes her own bread. She spreads honey — produced by the bees in her backyard — on toast with butter. The beekeeping hobby began in 2011 after Gould and Labarr watched the documentary, “The Vanishing Honeybee” about the Earth’s dying bee population. “It’s a very cool thing,” she said, of harvesting the bees’ honey from one of three beehives, including a bright yellow one she painted, adorned with blue and red stars and pink circles. She calls beekeeping a glorified landlord position; Gould provides the bees a home and she profits their honey. She shares the hobby with Alex Hagman, a Fort Collins retired pro cyclist. “Oh it’s great. We’ll get together and it’s like, ‘No, enough about bikes. How are your bees?’” Gould said.
Dozens of cookbooks sit in a bookshelf in Gould’s kitchen. From North American Indian cooking to Southern style and country cooking, there’s a lot of inspiration brewing in these pages. Gould shares favorite recipes on her website, like quick yellow curry with shrimp, salmon cakes and homemade energy bars. In her garden, there are heirloom lettuces, radishes, carrots, spinach, beets, garlic scrapes, sugar snap peas, strawberries and raspberries. “There are always my go-to dishes, but I just love being in the kitchen, experimenting,” said Gould who doesn’t follow a strict diet. She instead uses common sense to eat healthy. 36 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
IT’S AUGUST 2012. Gould walks with her friends into a London nightclub, her Olympic medal dangling from her neck. The day before, the LUNA rider broke a 16year U.S. medal drought in the event. She isn’t normally much of a drinker, but tonight, she deserves a beer and a shot (or two). The club requires a cover on this night, a night of partying for the world’s best athletes gathered at the London Olympics. “Yeah, but will this get me in?” Gould asks the bouncer, sheepishly showing him the threequarter of a pound bronze medal. “I’ve seen a lot of gold in here, honey,” he quips. OK, she’s not quite famous, but in Fort Collins, she’s an Olympic hero. Ask a Fort Collins cyclist and chances are they have a Georgia Gould story. Biking in a recent group ride, up and comer Brannan Fix had to bail on the group after getting a flat tire. The inconvenience, however, allowed him to hook up with Gould’s ride, which turned into a five-hour suffer fest with the Olympian. “That’s so cool about the sport of cycling. It’s so accessible. You can meet folks at the trailhead, filling up their water bottles. You can ride the same trails that pros ride. I love talking to people on the trails,” Gould said. “That’s one of the things I love about Fort Collins. It’s such a tight community.” That community welcomed Gould with open arms after the London Games, and she made the rounds at local schools, telling kids her Olympic
story and that they too should dream big. “If my visit is the little spark for some kid to say, ‘Maybe I can do something like that,’ then that’s awesome,” Gould said. “Also, the kids are freaking hilarious.” She often receives letters from the class, thanking her for coming to visit. One boy wrote that he hates biking but his dad loves it, so he was really excited she came to visit the class. Among the most common question from kids: did you meet Missy Franklin? She did meet the Olympic superstar at a celebration for Colorado’s Olympians in Franklin’s hometown of Centennial. “So there’s like 10,000 people there. It’s crazy. I meet Missy. (Gov.) Hickenlooper is there. I’m asked to give a few words on stage in front of all these people. I didn’t know we were supposed to have something prepared. I’m fine usually giving interviews and those sorts of things, but I’m thinking, oh my God this is terrible,” Gould said. “After our little speech, we’re signing autographs on these tiny American flags. I actually outlasted Missy signing. I signed like hundreds of those flags. Then I overhear this kid. ‘Did you get Missy’s autograph? Nah, I just got one of these girls’.’ I’m thinking, ‘You little bastard. Give me that back!’”
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GOULD DOES WANT KIDS. “It’s funny. When I was younger, I was like, ‘I’ll totally have kids by the time I’m 30,’” Gould said, laughing. “I need to get on that don’t I?” Gould and her women contemporaries often grapplewith the decision of whether to start families. How much time can I take off ? Is it safe to keep riding? Will I return to full strength? “The guys can be like, here you go, have a baby,” Gould said. “I’ve seen people, where they take off time to have their baby, they have this expectation of, ‘I’m going to come back at this time and race this race.’ Or, ‘Don’t worry, this won’t affect me at all.’ Truth is, you really don’t know how it’s going to affect you after you’ve had a kid. You won’t know if you even want to race again. I wouldn’t want to put myself in that corner.” While motherhood and retirement from pro mountain bike racing are both on the horizon, 2016 won’t be the last you see of Gould on a bike. She’d love to dedicate an entire season to cyclocross. She’ll race more locally. And in between, she’ll tend to her chickens, eat brunch at Lucille’s and pull fresh lettuce from her garden. Because her life is more than miles in the bike saddle. MB
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free ascent of The Nose, a technical 3,000-foot route on Yosemite’s El Capitan, more than 20 years ago. The 5-foot-2 powerhouse changed the face of climbing with the summit. Hill was the first climber to free climb the route. It illustrates her import to not only climbing, but that women are capable of equaling the athletic feats of men at the highest level. The Boulder climber shattered our sense of what’s impossible. For more than 20 years, Hill has been one of the sport’s shining stars. “My motivation for The Nose was to achieve this thing that other people said can’t be done…” said the 55-year-old. “It was a great way to prove what I wanted to communicate, and I had the unique skills, the right equipment. I knew where to rest, where to push.” She repeated the feat the following year, this time completing a task which should take most climbers five or six days in just 23 hours. More than 10 years passed before another attempt at the route met with success.
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But for a woman in the 1970s, becoming a great climber would require more than exceptional ability. The sport sat squarely outside of mainstream society, and very few women wanted to adopt the associated lifestyle. “I relinquished [gender expectations] as a child. I think it became one of my strengths,” she said. “I was obviously attracted to [climbing] at a young age and it was an obvious extension of who I am. So when people called me a tomboy, I was happy to be this. I wasn’t rejecting being a girl, I was just rejecting what society thought I should be. So when I did that and decided to be who I was, I wasn’t limited by what other people thought.” Today Hill is encouraging climbers more directly. Though still climbing hard, she balances her personal life and time at the crag with coaching, product development and producing technique videos.
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Hill worked for years to perfect her craft, paving the way through her accomplishments. She also became a vocal advocate for women to be on equal ground with men in the sport of climbing. At 14, Hill’s sister and brother-in-law introduced her to climbing and she took to it quickly. Shimmying up trees as a child and experience as a gymnast gave her the intrinsic combination of strength, flexibility and mental focus to excel. A passion for the sport grew with her skills, and she was soon touring the country climbing routes to prove the excellence of women on the rock wall.
ICONS LIKE HILL, who stretch the limits of what is possible, inspire women to rope up and squeeze their feet into a pair of snug, sticky-soled slippers. And those women have started pushing their own limits, whether they be record-shattering or comfort-zone shattering. And while the sight of their fellow ladies scaling imposing rock faces may push women into the gym for the first time, it’s not what keeps them coming back. For most, climbing offers a chance to evolve. Today, a few female virtuosos are conquering some of the world’s hardest routes, challenging the notion that men climb harder. At just 13, phenom Ashima Shiraishi became the first female and youngest person to climb at level 5.15a. Twenty-two year old Sasha DiGiulian has won the US National
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CLIMBING FOR THE MASSES As rock-walls pop up in health clubs, recreation centers and even playgrounds, they’ve opened up a sport once left to testosteronefueled daredevils to the regular Jane’s of the world. And while men still account for a greater proportion at the crags, they are no longer the only demographic represented. Women are making the most of the opportunities to learn to climb in their own backyards. Mike Hickey has climbed for more than four decades and owned Fort Collins’ Inner Strength Rock Gym for 23 years. “Absolutely there’s more women climbing,” he said. “There’s more people climbing… Indoor climbing has made it more accessible and easier to start for everybody, and women and girls have really taken advantage of it.” But it hasn’t always been this way. “I always saw women climbing, but years ago it was really odd,” Hickey said. “It was kind of a man’s thing.” In addition to the shining stars at the top level, a growing cadre of amateur women are inspiring others while breaking barriers. Fanfare around both exceptional achievements and the extraordinary lives of ordinary adventurous women heightens the visibility and credibility of the women who challenge traditional limitations. Publications like Misadventures Magazine celebrate the stories of such boundary pushers. Five years ago, Missy Boyle and her husband started climbing together, thanks to a month-long GroupOn pass to a Bostonarea gym.
“We fell in love with it so we got a membership, got all the gear, and at that point it took over our life, as it tends to do with people,” she said, laughing. While she enjoyed the sport from day one, Boyle almost immediately grew frustrated by physical differences between herself and her husband. “I’m short, I’m like 5-foot-3 and my husband is like 6-foot-2 and made of muscle. I was really discouraged at first because things came so much more quickly and so much more easily for him,” she said. Recognizing that she and other women would benefit from
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climbing together, Boyle and two friends started a weekly ladies night. “It was really helpful to my development as a climber to see other women who are super strong. Climbing with women has been a huge part of climbing for me…” she said. “Maybe there’s something about friendly competition that can fuel your performance and it’s really interesting. The dynamic is different.” Boyle and her friends decided to create an online community of climbing women. The idea for Crux Crush came to fruition over tacos and margaritas on a climbing trip in Puerto Rico. “If it’s not out there, we can’t be alone in wanting to see something like this…” Boyle said. “So we got on our cell phones and signed up right then.” The blog showcases female climbers and includes training tips, nutritional strategies and gear reviews aimed at women, and averages more than a million views per year.
GIRLS’ CLUB As climbing gradually shakes off its boys’ club perception, the ranks of women donning harnesses and grabbing crash-pads continues to grow. Hickey has seen the change in over two decades at Inner Strength’s helm. “Before, it was a girlfriend of a guy that climbed,” he said. “Now I see women climbing more with women. They’re not being dragged in by somebody else.” Boyle recommends starting out at the local climbing gym, where plenty of people — both male and female — will be glad to offer guidance and advice. “If someone who is new asks me for help or something, I’m always psyched. And I’ve never seen anybody who wasn’t. We love it and we want them to love it,” she said. MB 44 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
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Doctors with Time for You Direct primary care is an innovative model being embraced by patients, physicians, employers, payers, and policymakers across the United States. A membership agreement is made directly between patients and doctors, and the practice limits the number of members they serve. This eliminates fee-for-service incentives. Members don’t have copays and don’t have to choose treatments based on what insurance will cover. “At the outset we were interested in proactively improving the health— and really the lives—of our patients,” said Trenton Scott, D.C., Dipl. Ac., and co-founder of Integrative Health. “Better care starts with time for our patients.” “We wanted unhurried, one-on-one conversations. The meaningful result is being able to focus on preventive care to keep you healthy, and knowing you well enough to quickly recognize any issues that come up.”
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Flat tire? Call a tow truck. Toothache? Make a dentist appointment. Lost your competitive edge? See a sport psychologist. Today, the practice is not just for professional athletes. Grounded in science, sports psychology can help new moms get back into 5k training and resurrect New Year’s resolutions to lose weight. Over the past 100 years, studies have shown sports psychology’s benefits helping athletes in countless ways. Anxiety, stress, burnout, and decreased motivation can all lead to poor performance. Coaches know it’s rarely a physical issue. “Mental skills training,” says Dr. Michael Griffith, a clinical psychologist practicing in Fort Collins, is also important. “We need to train our brain to think and react differently,” he said. When your ability to perform under pressure weakens, teaching new “life skills” can help in a variety of situations, including competition. Commonly used techniques in sport psychology are goal setting, imagery, selftalk, and establishing pre-performance routines. Credentialed sport psychologists help determine which tool to use for particular scenarios or challenges. For example, Dr. Griffith explains we generally “have more negative thoughts than positive, and need to make a conscientious effort to flip these.” Using positive self-talk can help.
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LEAD IN TO THESE TIPS 3 LINES SET GOALS Goal setting helps turn large-scale goals into manageable ones. If you’re a beginner cyclist, practice riding on smaller hills and over a period of time, gradually gain in elevation. Then, look out Horsetooth Reservoir!
VISUALIZE RESULTS Nervous about completing a marathon? Visualize yourself crossing the finish line, hearing the crowd cheer and eating that post-race victory meal.
USE POSITIVE SELF TALK Competing in your first triathlon? Use positive self talk. For example, you can remind yourself “if this were easy, then everyone would be doing it!”
HOW TO FIND A SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST The American Association of Sport Psychology and the American Psychological Association and Exercise and Sport Psychology, division 47 have information on local professionals.
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However, you don’t need to be a professional competitor to see the benefits of sport psychology. Techniques can be applicable and transferable to those in “non-achievement settings,” says Dr. Megan Stellino, Professor of Sports and Exercise Science at the University of Northern Colorado. Dealing with every day pressures, achieving fitness goals or even test-taking anxieties can be helped through learning mind skills. It’s being used in many professions too. Stellino says the area of study is gaining traction with fire and rescue personnel, business leaders and medical professionals. Sports psychology helps with task persistence, regulating emotions and reducing anxiety. “It really comes down to self-concept and how we manage it,” she said. Newly-learned skills can also carry over to your personal relationships and workplace, creating even more positive results. You should seek out assistance, “when you find yourself stuck,” Griffith says. When things tried on your own are no longer working and coaches can’t help, it may be time to try a sport psychologist. Learning mind skills can be the difference you need to go from a “great practice player to a pro,” he says. Sport psychology tools are particularly helpful in dealing with injuries and rehabilitation. “High-level athletes have an especially difficult time when injured,” says Craig Depperschmidt, a physical therapist at Rebound Sports and Physical Therapy. By learning effective techniques, such as goal-setting, athletes stay more positive and heal quicker. He also encourages clients to exercise their mind with puzzles, crosswords and reading. By refocusing on positive aspects, injuries may help athletes be even stronger (mentally and physically) after. Mind skills need practice, however. Professional one-on-one consultations are relatively inexpensive, starting at $125 locally for 45 minutes to an hour. Most of us will likely never perform like an Olympic athlete, but that doesn’t mean we can’t think like one. MB Originally from Buffalo, NY, Kristin Owens is a recovering academic now writing for fun. Her husband and dachshund brew beer in the garage... a welcome Fort Collins cliche. 50 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
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PROJECT: PURPOSE IN 2016 is all about community and gaining a better understanding of the people that call Northern Colorado home. M+B is hopes to gain a little bit of understanding by volunteering with a wide variety of different non-profit organizations focused on helping our community and the people in it. While we are walking only a few hours in their shoes, we are thrilled to get the opportunity to interact with so many individuals and organizations dedicated to making our community a better place. In February, the M+B team participated in an amazing event called Children in Need, organized by The Matthews House and Homeless Gear. The event is one of a series that happen four times a year at the Matthews House Community Life Center, where goods and services are provided for children and families in need. Clothing, outerwear, shoes, books, and toiletries are collected throughout the year and distributed at this event, which is also attended by service providers making services such as eye exams, dental checkups, legal advice, haircuts, and housing counseling available to attendees. One hundred thirty five families were served through the Children in Need event in one morning. These families were
referred to the event by Poudre School District or Thompson School District. The main objective is to fulfill some of the basic needs of families who are either homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless so that they can focus on things other than basic subsistence. Essentially the event’s mission is to help ease the burden and creating a little bit of breathing room for families so kids can concentrate on school and just being kids. When the M+B team arrived at the Matthews House Community Life Center on a sunny Saturday morning, the number of volunteers seemed overwhelming. Soon, however, it was clear exactly how many families would be served at this event, and how many hands it truly takes to make such a largescale distribution run smoothly. The 135 families were served in just a few hours because of the organization of the event and the number of hands present to share in the work. The Children in Need event is one of several similar events happening throughout the year that impact families directly through the distribution of goods and services. If you’re interested in learning more about Children in Need or one of the other programs please visit the Homeless Gear website for more information. MB
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On the facing page: Julia Child’s Deviled Eggs Martha Stewart’s Pork Tenderloin with Honeyed Butter and Ina Garten’s Beets with Orange Vinaigrette.
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JULIA CHILD’S DEVILED EGGS Makes 48 deviled eggs
Just in case you didn’t know who Julia Child was before the 2009 release of the movie Julie and Julia starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams, she was a female pioneer in the culinary world, bringing French cuisine into home kitchens with the release of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and our living rooms with The French Chef, one of television’s first cooking shows. If that’s not badass enough for you, Child was also a top secret researcher for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a precursor to the CIA.
demonstrated qualities present in all great entrepreneurs: following her passion, taking risks and staying true to herself. Garten’s Beets with Orange Vinaigrette is best if you make it a day ahead. It tastes even better after being in the refrigerator for a few days. If you need to make and serve it the same day, try using baby beets. INGREDIENTS 3 pounds fresh beets, tops removed 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon sugar
INGREDIENTS 2 dozen hard-boiled eggs
1-½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ cup small red onion, diced
4 tablespoons soft butter
Zest from 2 large oranges
2 tablespoons chopped sweet pickles or relish
Segments from 2 large naval oranges, supremed
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS DIRECTIONS
Using a sharp knife dipped in cold water, cut the eggs in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and run them through a sieve or food mill. Add mayo, butter, pickles, salt and pepper to the yolks and mix well. Place the mixture into a pastry or ziplock bag, pipe filling into egg whites and serve. INA GARTEN’S BEETS WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE Serves 6 – 8
Before she was The Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten worked on nuclear energy policy in the White House. In 1978, looking for a change, she visited the Hampton’s and put an offer on a food store. The offer was accepted and Garten’s culinary adventure began. Twenty years years later she pivoted again, selling her successful business and taking up mantle of the cookbook author and Food Network personality we all know today. Throughout her career, Garten has 54 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
Place the beets in a large pot of salted water. The water should cover the beets. Bring to a boil, uncovered, and then turn down the stove to a simmer for about an hour until the beets are soft when pierced with a fork. Remove the beets from the water and let them cool enough so you can handle them, then peel and dice into ½ inch cubes. Place the still warm beets in a bowl and add raspberry vinegar, orange juice, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, onions, orange zest and orange segments. Mix well and serve cold or at room temp. MARTHA STEWART’S PORK TENDERLOIN WITH HONEYED BUTTER Serves 4
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INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey 1-½ pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin Salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup water DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 375o degrees. In a Dutch oven or ovenproof skillet, heat butter and honey over medium heat, stirring to melt butter. Season pork with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper, and place in pan. Cook until underside is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Turn pork, and cook until other side is browned, about 5 minutes more. Lower the heat if the honey begins to burn. Put pan in the oven, and roast seven to ten minutes until pork is just cooked through (145° internal temperature). Transfer pork to a plate and rest for five to ten minutes. While pork rests, add water to the pan and stir over medium heat while scraping up all the browned bits with a spoon or spatula. Add any accumulated pork juices from the plate, and simmer until sauce is reduced to about ½ cup. Slice pork on the diagonal, serve and cover with sauce. ALICE WATERS’ STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM Makes one quart
Chef Alice Waters’ cooked farmto-table before it was it was cool. During a trek through Europe and extended stay in France in the late 60s, Alice Waters was inspired with the fresh, local ingredients she found there. When she returned to the states she opened her restaurant, Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California. It was here that she pioneered the philosophy that ingredients should be fresh, seasonal and local.
This recipe, from Alice Waters’ The Art of Simple Food, is also great with mulberries as a substitute for the strawberries. INGREDIENTS 3 egg yolks ¾ cup half and half ¾ cup sugar ¾ cup heavy cream 1 ½ to 2 pints strawberries, washed, dried, and hulled A couple drops vanilla extract A pinch of salt DIRECTIONS
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks just enough to break them up. Measure the half and half and ½ cup sugar into a heavy-bottomed pot. Heat it over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Do not let it boil. In the mean time, set a strainer over a heat proof bowl. Keep it at the ready- you’ll need it in a second. When the half and half mixture is hot, whisk a little of it into the egg yolks to temper them. Then whisk all of the now warm egg yolks into the hot cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Again, DO NOT LET IT BOIL. Remove from heat and strain through the strainer over the heatproof bowl. Add the heavy cream to the mixture. Cover and chill. Go do something else for a little while. Now for the strawberries. Put them all in a nice big bowl. Mash them with a potato masher. Then add the remaining ¼ cup of sugar. (Feel free to add less if that is your preference). Let the strawberries macerate in their own juices, stirring occasionally until the sugar has melted. Add the berries to the cold cream mixture. Add the vanilla and salt. Chill for a little while longer. MB
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Alice Waters’ Strawberry Ice Cream Recipes provided by The Cooking Studio, a cooking school where talented local chefs teach home cooks, lead private group cooking classes and coach corporate team building events, located in Old Town Fort Collins. the-cooking-studio.com
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NOURISH GET H E A LT H Y
ELEVATION 5003 DISTILLERY W RI TTE N BY K R I ST I N D EILY P H OTOS BY E R I K A MOOR E
Northern Colorado has become a haven for beer enthusiasts, which is news to exactly no one. At this point, our reputation for fine brews extends far beyond the borders of our state, drawing tourists and residents alike to the region. The new trend in spirits in Northern Colorado is craft distilling, and it is picking up steam.
Elevation 5003 Distillery’s Narrow Road Vodka shines in the tasting room’s Black Swan (pictured, front) and Salty Road (pictured, back).
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One of the newest additions to the boozy landscape is Elevation 5003, owned and operated by Loren Matthews. The former brewer recently made a nimble sidestep into distilling. She spent many years in the beer industry as a brewer before making a nimble sidestep into distilling. “It is a really natural step for a lot of brewers. It is really just brewing with
“YOU HAVE TO HAVE A LOT OF PATIENCE AND A LOT OF GRIT TO MAKE THIS WORK… [BUT] I’M GONNA LOOK BACK WHEN I’M 90 AND SAY ‘THIS WAS THE RIDE. THIS IS WHAT I WORKED FOR. THIS IS IT.’” a couple extra steps,” Matthews said. The modern rustic storefront tasting room and distillery in midtown Fort Collins is the site of the entire process. There are no bulk batches of alcohol purchased and relabeled under Matthews’ roof. “I have full control of what goes into the product at every stage. This is really important to me both as a person knowing exactly what I am putting into my body, as well as an owner. I am proud of my product because it is completely mine,” Matthews said. Currently Elevation 5003 is serving cocktails made with vodka, but will be adding corn whiskey options to the menu in a month or so, followed by gin, and dark liquors like run and whiskey down the line. Because all production takes place in-house, availability is subject to actual distillation timelines. Eventually, Matthews plans to offer many different kinds of liquor in her tasting room, in bars and restaurants, and in local liquor stores. Despite only having opened her doors a week before speaking to M+B, Matthews was already amazed at the constant traffic Elevation 5003 was enjoying in the tasting room. She classifies herself as happily exhausted and loving every minute of her new venture. “You have to have a lot of patience and a lot of grit to make this work… [but] I’m gonna look back when I’m 90 and say ‘This was the ride. This is what I worked for. This is it.’” MB
A taste of Elevation 5003 Distillery BLACK SWAN
SALTY ROAD
5-6 Blackberries
2 tablespoons Hawaiian pink sea salt
2-3 ounces Elevation 5003 Distillery’s Narrow Road Vodka A splash of lemonade
In an Old Fashioned glass, muddle your blackberries, saving one or two for garnish. Fill glass with ice and pour in a splash of lemonade and vodka. Stir and garnish with remaining blackberries.
1 lime wedge 1 tablespoon simple syrup 2-3 ounce Elevation 5003 Distillery’s Narrow Road vodka A splash of grapefruit juice
Rub the edge of a martini glass or stemless martini glass with lime wedge and coat rim with sea salt. Fill glass with ice and pour in simple syrup and vodka. Finish with a splash of grapefruit juice and serve.
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FINAL WORD
ON BEING A BADASS W RI TTE N BY CHRIS D I XON
CLOSE YOUR EYES and let your mind mull over what this word means. Chances are you pictured Clint Eastwood snarling his lip from underneath a low-brimmed cowboy hat. Or perhaps Mark Wahlberg in a plain white t-shirt and jeans with an exploding car in the dusty background. How about Chuck Norris delivering a roundhouse kick to a witless criminal? Samuel L. Jackson on a snake-infested aircraft? All fit the definition. So do long blonde hair and a gleaming Japanese sword, two hallmarks of Uma Thurman’s character in the “Kill Bill” franchise. Today it’s more common than ever for the female characters to take on the role of a badass. Ten or 20 years ago, this certainly wasn’t the case – and when female characters did try to take on this role, they were forced into the macho male archetype – they didn’t dare show compassion or weakness. To be a badass meant you were tough and unaffectionate. While women are not inherently more affectionate or less tough than men, their representation in cultural media is only now beginning to shift towards one that is more accepting of different and more rounded archetypes. 60 Mind+Body APRIL | MAY 2016
The idea of a strong-willed female is not a new one, but it is now on proud and rightful display at the forefront of popular culture. Recent characters such as Katniss Everdeen in the “Hunger Games” or Tris Prior in “Divergent” have shown women can be both confidently strong and compassionately vulnerable – and most importantly, this is perfectly acceptable. Our culture has come a long way in setting more realistic role models for young women and girls. The broadening acceptance and evolution of badass has also opened up many more possibilities. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are badasses. Ellen Degeneres. Ronda Rousey. Beyonce. Badasses. Today young women have more acceptable archetypes to aspire to than generations past. A woman who is a badass no longer must ascribe to an antiquated male archetype. While every badass woman may not grace the silver screen or have her name on a marquee, there are many achievements that make a badass. Take pride in your inner badass, in all of those ways that you are at the same time tough and caring and unapologetic and thoughtful. Value these qualities in the women around you and you’ll help us continue to take steps forward in creating role models for the next generation of women in Fort Collins and beyond. MB
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