Healthy New Albany Magazine July/August 2019

July/August 2019

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July/August 2019 Vol. 8, No. 6

7 First Glance

Letter from the Executive Editor

8 In & Out

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What’s happening in and out of New Albany

10 My Story Achea Redd

12 Personalities Young professional graduated college at age 16

30 A Passing Grade Marburn Academy raises record funds

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33 Scene At The Marburn Academy Annual Fundraising Gala

36 Student Spotlight Will Mathews

38 Foods for Fitness Green tea supplements gain traction

40 On the Horizon Movement with a purpose

15 Fit Five

42 Gadgets & Gear

16 On the Path Abigail Wexner and Dr. Steve Allen are honored

21 Initiatives Rape Aggression Defense offered by New Albany Police Department

24 New Faces of Milk 28 Children in Motion Inaugural New Albany Kids Triathlon

On the Cover Abigail Wexner and Dr. Steve Allen Photo courtesy of Nationwide Children’s Hospital 2

44 Scene At New Albany Symphony Kentucky Derby Gala

45 Scene At Mother’s Day bRUNch 5k

46 Scene At New Albany Chamber Speaker Series

47 Luxury Living

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A Degree of Success

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n my role as executive editor of Healthy New Albany Magazine, I have had the opportunity and good fortune to review hundreds of articles submitted for publication. I have reviewed articles that have elicited feelings of inspiration, sadness and elation.

When I read Mallory Arnold’s piece about Amara Leggett, who graduated from Columbus State Community College at age 16, I was taken back in time to my own high school and college experience. We shared a similarity. Both Amara and I pushed ourselves past our limits – Amara academically, me athletically. And that’s where the similarity ended.

For me, athletics came at the expense of academics. As a track athlete, I cared more about my mile time than my study time.

My grades suffered to the point where my guidance counselor told me I was not college material and therefore I should just find a job after graduating. I didn’t take his advice fully and ended up going to college part time while working full time.

But, again, I chose not to have academics at the top of my todo list – until one day when I had an epiphany. I decided I was going to apply myself to a regimen of studious endeavors. I became a full-time undergrad and eventually a teacher – but it took six years of undergraduate study. I made it despite being labeled as one whose future would be limited due to the absence of a college degree. Not only did I graduate but I also went on to earn master’s and doctorate degrees, had a very successful career as a professor at The Ohio State University, and authored a fair number of professional articles and textbooks.

I think about the wisdom shared by my faculty advisor after the oral defense of my doctoral dissertation. She told me that my success would be determined by what I accomplished and not by the degree I attained. All of us possess qualities that help us go above and beyond. Certainly, Amara has done that and is an inspiration. But in the words of the esteemed “philosopher” and “scholar,” Frank Sinatra, “I Did it My Way.” Healthfully,

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Jeff McGowan Memorial 5K New Albany Walking Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Sundays at the Heit Center, 150 W. Main St.

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By Achea Redd

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Living in the Present

My journey through anxiety to a place of rest

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When the panic subsided a few hours later, I gathered myself and woke my kids up. I tried to follow our normal routine, but I couldn’t get it together. I was crying, shaking and nervous. I was so sick from all of the adrenaline I could barely walk, but miraculously I was able to make it to my doctor’s office safely.

My doctor and his wife came into the room with the most compassionate looks on their faces. His wife embraced me and I fell apart in her arms. After listening to me describe my symptoms,

my doctor diagnosed me with generalized anxiety disorder and depression.

That was it – the moment my reality hit me like a ton of bricks. Trauma from my past and present combined with worry about the future were like gasoline, and all it took was a spark to set my life ablaze. That was my day of reckoning, and I finally met my issues face to face.

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n July 18, 2016, my life changed forever. It was almost exactly a month after my 36th birthday, and I found myself in my doctor’s office complaining of a lump on the right side of my breast. I was nervous – but that’s to be expected, right? After his examination, my doctor didn’t think there was anything to be concerned about, but just to be sure, he wanted me to get a mammogram. My anxiety was through the roof.

The day I arrived at the women’s health center for my screening, I tried to quiet the inner workings of my mind as I undressed. I was anticipating the worst.

In addition to the mammogram, the doctors decided to perform an ultrasound because they needed more information due to my age and the density of the tissue. That was the moment my situation turned into a nightmare.

As it turns out, I had a growth that my doctor suspected was cancerous, and I needed a biopsy for further evaluation. My heart dropped, and I went completely numb. I couldn’t help but think of my husband, my kids, all of my dreams and plans. I was a wreck.

The next day, I was back at the women’s center getting prepped for my procedure. While the procedure itself was short, waiting for the results felt like a lifetime. Then, my phone rang. It was the doctor’s office.

“You’re fine, there’s no cancer, just a small fibroadenoma.”

I tried to keep myself together until I hung up the phone, then I laughed, cried, hugged my husband, and praised the almighty God. Over the next couple of months, I thought I was in the clear. But I thought wrong.

One morning, around three o’clock, my eyes popped wide open and I felt complete fear as I hyperventilated and my body twitched. I thought I was dying.

I quickly got out of bed, panting, pacing and trying not to wake my husband.

I had grown up in a church all of my life, and needless to say, mental health topics were taboo among the African American Christian community.

We simply didn’t talk about anxiety and depression as being valid diseases.

Instead, people would pray over me and say, “God give her peace.” They meant well, but had no clue what I was going through.

When someone is a diabetic, do we pray over them instead of giving them insulin? No, we don’t. Anxiety and depression are the same – there’s a chemical imbalance in the brain. In my case, my brain doesn’t produce enough serotonin. Telling an anxious person to calm down is like telling a diabetic to pray their condition away. It just doesn’t work like that.

As much as I didn’t want to ask for help, I realized I needed it. The first change I made was to see my therapist on a regular basis, not only in moments of crisis. Second, I agreed to take an antidepressant prescribed by my doctor.

My third change was to reevaluate my relationships with others and with God. I

hear my truth and being a safe space for them, too. Acknowledging my illness was half the battle. But the moment I realized I couldn’t do this alone was the moment my life changed forever.

never had a balance, only extremes, so I knew this would be tough, but incredibly necessary.

Fast forward years later, and I’m doing fantastic. With the love and support of my husband, Michael; my children; my God; and my friends; I’m learning to live in the present and enjoy what’s in front of me.

To say I’m great every day would be a lie. There are highs and lows and even the in-between moments. But I’ve surrounded myself with an amazing community of supportive women. I have grown from learning to be vulnerable with those that have earned the right to

Achea Redd Bio Achea Redd is a mental health advocate, author of Be Free Be You and founder of Real Girls F.A.R.T. In early 2016, Achea Redd was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. As a form of self-expression and healing, Achea Redd created her own blog, sharing her feelings about mental health and authenticity. The flow of support she received from the community compelled her to create Real Girls F.A.R.T. – a space to empower and equip women with the necessary tools to use their voices and become their best, most authentic selves. With her book released on June 18, Achea uses her life experiences and mental health disorder to help women find their voice and let it out. She is also the official sponsor of Nationwide Children’s Hospital On Our Sleeves Movement.

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personalities

By Mallory Arnold

The 16-year-old College Graduate Amara Leggett is a business owner, college graduate, author, motivational speaker – and she’s 18

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es, you read the headline correctly.

Amara Leggett, now 18, graduated from Columbus State Community College at the age of 16. She attended New Albany High School, but in eighth grade, she attended a meeting that centered on a program called College Credit Plus, an extension of Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program. CCP allows high school juniors and seniors to take courses at a college level. Amazingly, Leggett started her first college class at just 14 and didn’t look back.

Of course, going into college at such a young age comes with some challenges, but Leggett faced them head-on. She hadn’t yet taken a chemistry high school class, but was thrust into a college-level chemistry course that required an immense amount of work.

“It was a time of pushing myself past my limits,” Leggett says.

Not to mention getting to campus every day – her mom driving her back and forth – was a constant juggling act.

“On Saturdays I would wake up at 8 a.m. and be on campus until 4 p.m.,” Leggett says. “It made me a better student.”

She began a blog to document her journey in hopes that she could help others. The opportunity was so life changing that she believes everyone should take advantage of CCP. As her story spread, people began reaching out for advice. Leggett soon came up with a three-step process for success and told others onstage at a TedxNewAlbany Talk called Develop A Plan, Make The Impossible Possible.

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“I was not a public speaker before then and it was the best challenge I’ve ever had,” Leggett says. “Ever since then, I’ve been able to speak in front of crowds.

A lot of people started asking me to talk at schools, Speaking in front of a crowd for the first time was the best challenge so I tried it out and Leggett has encountered. loved it.”

In February, Leggett was invited to do relax. She’s currently busy launching her first corporate speaking engagement a campaign to promote diversity in in New York City and most recently she’s the activities and groups she enjoys.

Leggett advises anyone who been asked to speak at an eighth grade commencement. She says her motiva- wants to follow her pursuit of suction and drive stems from her support cess to make goals, understand system – particularly her mom, who is their purpose beforehand and also her business partner and manager. figure out the steps to achieve Leggett took her first college course at age 14.

“My mom has been a big influence,” their dreams. She has an overLeggett says. “She puts me in front of all mindset that revolves around the “A lot of the time we can discover the right things to experience.” betterment of the community, as her that there are people who have achieved Though she has a few weeks before purpose is to not only climb to great the same thing we want to,” Leggett says. she begins a new internship at Guardian success, but to reach down and help “We know the path they’ve gone on. We never have to walk around in the dark.”

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with Amara Leggett

Amara Leggett shares her wellness habits How do you keep a healthy mind and attitude?

I maintain a healthy mind by feeding it healthy food, especially broccoli, which is my favorite. I also enjoy being out in nature. I keep a healthy attitude by doing good things for others.

You’re so busy all the time — how do you relax?

When I want to relax, I go for a walk or listen to a waterfall to remind me of sitting by the beach in Florida.

What’s the key to balancing your work, health and wellness?

The key to balancing work, health and wellness is living in the present and taking things one day at a time. I make a list of all the tasks I need to complete for the day and check them off as I go throughout the day.

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What’s your favorite outlet when you’re stressed out?

When I am stressed or overwhelmed, I enjoy reading a book. Sometimes I even read my own book, The Strategic Mind Of A Young Legend, to remind myself why I work so hard.

Do you have any healthy tips to keeping a sharp mind in school/studies?

It is hard to stay healthy in school when you are distracted, but making a list of your short- and long-term goals keeps you focused on your mind, body and studies. I take time to go through my visualization and gratitude exercise as well as do a little bit each day to achieve my goals. Then, I connect with nature as much as I can to keep me grounded.

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on the path

By Amanda DePerro

All for the Kids

Nationwide Children’s recognizes Dr. Steve Allen and Abigail Wexner

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the Abigail Wexner Research Institute.

Wexner served as board chair from 2005 to 2012 and oversaw the largest expansion in the hospital’s history. Wexner will continue to serve on the board.

Both longtime New Albany residents, Allen and Wexner have been a part of Nationwide Children’s during a period of unbelievable growth. The hospital saw 711,000 patients in 2006, and now sees more than 1.5 million each year. It has received a 51 percent increase in National Institutes of Health research funding, bringing the total to more than $81 million. In 2012, U.S. News and World Report named Nationwide Children’s one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation for the first

The Abigail Wexner Research Institute honors Wexner’s dedicated work of more than 25 years.

time, and the hospital has maintained its status on the list ever since.

Both the rededication and the scholar recognition took place May 21, a fitting send off for Allen and recognition for Wexner, as their careers were intertwined. In fact, Wexner was integral in recruiting Allen to Columbus.

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his year has been an exciting one for Nationwide Children’s Hospital; bittersweet, but exciting.

In June, former Nationwide Children’s CEO Dr. Steve Allen retired after 13 years in the position. He is succeeded by Tim Robinson, former executive vice president and chief financial administrative officer at Nationwide Children’s.

In Allen’s honor, the hospital established the Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research, which will recognize a Nationwide Children’s researcher who shares the hospital’s vision: to improve children’s lives.

Additionally, for her 25 years of work on the Nationwide Children’s board of directors, the hospital is dedicating

Photos by John Nixon Photography

years as a physician, scientist, teacher and executive at the Texas Medical Center. So, in addition to Wexner’s recruitment, what brought him to Columbus from his home state?

“Columbus Children’s Hospital, as it was then known, had an aspiration to become an elite academic medical center and wanted to make a difference in the world,” says Allen. “Every decision was made by first asking the question, ‘What is in the best interest of patients and their families?’”

When Allen took the job, Nationwide Children’s had only just announced its plan to build the Research Building III and new, 12-story main hospital; the largest pediatric center expansion not just in Nationwide Children’s history, but in the country. His first goal, he says, was to shepherd the project in and build a team to uphold the hospital’s vision. From there, the list of achievements only grew.

“Every accomplishment in my time here has been a team accomplishment,” he says. “I am proud to have been involved, but the staff and employees of Nationwide Children’s are the reasons why we have accomplished so much.”

As for the Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research, Allen is excited to see how it will encourage and support researchers.

“I am honored that the hospital chose to name this award after me,” says Allen, “but its real significance is in the way it will help extend the work of our researchers.”

Allen’s time as CEO at Nationwide Children’s may be over, but his legacy continues to impact Columbus. He takes one last opportunity to thank the community and the person who brought him here.

“Nationwide Children’s is Nationwide Children’s because of Abigail Wexner. …

The aspirations that I heard when I first came here in 2006 were Abigail’s aspirations,” Allen says. “I think Nationwide Children’s could only have arisen in Columbus. Central Ohio has a cooperative, collaborative spirit of pulling together.”

Abigail Wexner’s Passion Abigail Wexner’s name is wellknown around the state, and particularly in Columbus, for good reason. She has served on the boards of L Brands, Inc., www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com

Abigail Wexner discussing the hospital campus, and a research lab in the dedicated facility.

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Abigail Wexner describing the Institute.

Harvard University’s Center for Public Leadership, The Ohio State University, Pelotonia, the Columbus Partnership and the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation, to name just a few.

She also founded the Center for Family Safety and Healing.

Plus, with more than 25 years on the Nationwide Children’s board of directors, Wexner has seen many of the hospital’s dramatic changes, including the name 18

“What that really means is staying true to that mission of taking care of kids and families in the best way we can, whether it’s groundbreaking research or behavioral health; a whole gamut of treating every child.”

After recruiting him to Columbus 13 years ago, it’s no coincidence that Wexner is being recognized alongside Allen.

“I would say that is probably the most important thing I could have done in my role on the board,” says Wexner. “He has put together a team that has literally transformed (Nationwide Children’s).”

Amanda DePerro is a contributing editor. Additional reporting by Brand Loyalty Specialist Lydia Freudenberg.

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Photos by John Nixon Photography

Patient honoree at the dedication ceremony for Abigail Wexner and Dr. Steve Allen on May 21.

change in 2006 to honor a $50 million gift from the Nationwide Foundation.

Wexner was with the hospital in 1994 when Partners for Kids was founded, an organization that, with the partnership of more than 1,000 doctors, provides quality care at a lower cost to families that need it. She was on the board of directors during Nationwide Children’s first lung transplant in 2005, and more recently, she saw the groundbreaking for the new Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion in 2017 following a $50 million gift from the Big Lots Foundation.

Those who are familiar with Wexner know that she isn’t done yet, and the dedication of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute is just one way to honor her hard work.

“It’s such a humbling experience.

I love this place, I’ve spent 25 years hopefully working toward making it the best that it can be,” says Wexner.

The Inaugural Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research

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Dr. Jerry and Joyce Mendell

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s own neurologist, Dr. Jerry Mendell, has worked for nearly five decades to help treat neuromuscular diseases in children, earning him the firstever Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research. He was granted $100,000 to continue his research as part of the recognition.

Mendell has dedicated his entire professional career to muscle disorders, and has been acknowledged in the past for it – deservedly so. Notably, the Muscular Dystrophy Association awarded him the S. Mouchly Small Scientific Achievement Award in 2004, recognizing contributions to neuromuscular disease research.

Additionally, Mendell made history in 2017 as part of a team that conducted a gene replacement therapy clinical trial in patients with spinal muscular atrophy type 1.

Most SMA1 patients don’t live to see age 2. After 20 months, when the trial concluded, all 15 patients who received the gene replacement therapy were alive with no negative events, 11 of which could feed orally and speak. Two of the patients could walk independently.

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tatistically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than one in three women have experienced some sort of sexual violence, and the National Domestic Violence Hotline found that nearly one in four women have been victims of severe physical violence by a domestic partner.

To help counteract this problem, the New Albany Police Department is providing resources specifically for women to better protect themselves.

New Albany Police Officer Leland Kelly will lead a free Rape Aggression Defense self-defense class designed for girls and women (from ages 13 to senior citizens). Probation Officer Amy Boyd will assist Kelly with the class, which also teaches situational awareness to reduce potential dangerous situations.

Kelly will teach this four-class RAD course July 23, 24, 30 and 31 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. To register, email Kelly at

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lkelly@newalbanypolice.org and let him know everyone in your party who plans to attend. Below, Kelly answered questions for people who may be interested in taking the class.

Why do you personally teach this class?

I like to empower women to learn self-defense techniques. Many of our participants are skeptical at first, but they quickly realize these simple techniques aren’t hard to learn and they work. By the last night of the class, it’s great to see the confidence they have in being able to defend themselves. I also love having Amy Boyd as a part of our class.

She is very relatable and can address questions as a woman in a way that I can’t as a man.

Why should someone take this class? Is it different from other self-defense classes?

We not only teach self-defense techniques, but we also teach situational awareness – things to look out for in various environments to reduce your potential need to defend yourself in the first place. The great thing about a RAD class is, once a woman has taken one, she can keep her signed manual and take another RAD class anywhere in the country for free (New Albany classes have always been free but some have a fee).

What age groups can participate?

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participate. If you have physical limitations and can’t do some things, you will still get something out of the class.

Can mothers and daughters take the class together?

Absolutely, and we encourage this! This class is great for any young woman in high school or heading to college soon, and moms and daughters who take the class together can practice together. We often hear that it’s a great mother/daughter bonding experience.

Can daughters and dads go together?

Our classes are only for women. We want to make sure all participants are comfortable and some prefer the presence of only women. There are classes out there like this, but we don’t teach any.

What is the time commitment?

There will be four classes that meet for three hours at a time. Three hours may seem like a long time, but we split the sessions into two weeks and the time goes by quickly. We encourage participants to attend all classes to learn about environmental awareness and maximize their ability to practice the self-defense techniques to lead to muscle memory.

What should participants wear to class?

Dress comfortably. We realize some may be coming from work and we will have changing facilities if participants need to change prior the classes.

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GOT MILK?

Plant-based alternatives

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ou’re running to the grocery store for a gallon of milk, and as you approach the refrigerated section, you’re likely to see a surplus of plant-based dairy alternatives on display. You may hesitate, wanting to simply grab a gallon and scoot home – but didn’t you read somewhere that almond milk is better for you?

What’s all the buzz about soy? How the heck do they make milk out of oats?

Cow’s milk has been a household staple since 1879 when it was first bottled in Connecticut and introduced

in New York. We’ve been told it’s good for your bones and teeth, and many Americans have held steadfast to the idea that dairy is the only source with enough vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy lifestyle.

While this is false, it is true that calcium is essential for our bodies to function correctly. In fact, it’s the most abundant mineral in the body because of the many roles it plays. It’s key in bone health, strengthening neural signals, building skeletal muscle, steadying heart rate and decreasing blood clotting. But dairy is not the only means of getting all these benefits, as calcium is surprisingly found in a plethora of foods, as listed below.

Calcium Count Extra firm tofu: 400-450 mg Collard greens: 270 mg Chia seeds: 177 mg Kale: 94 mg Oats: 85 mg Quinoa: 80 mg Broccoli: 62 mg Edamame beans: 50 mg Based on recommended serving size.

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Many people fear that not drinking enough milk will result in frail or weak bones. However, studies have actually shown that osteoporosis in the elderly can be reduced by diets higher in plant foods compared to animal foods. In 2013, two Harvard nutrition

experts published an article, The Nutrition Source, stating an adult who eats enough vegetables, nuts and protein won’t benefit from dairy milk.

“But I’m not lactose intolerant – why should I drink a plant-based alternative?” Approximately 65 percent

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of the human population has reduced ability to digest lactose after infancy.

Some may not even be aware of this intolerance, and assume the digestive discomfort after drinking dairy is normal – it doesn’t have to be. (Side note: being lactose intolerant is different than a milk allergy, which can trigger anaphylactic shock.)

Besides the range of digestive issues dairy milk can cause, high calcium intake from dairy products have been associated with a potential increase in prostate, lung, breast and ovarian cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

The Alternatives Luckily, there’s no need to cry over spilt milk, because there are tons of plant-based alternatives to choose from.

Replacing dairy in your life doesn’t have to be a drastic ordeal.

Try a dash of soy milk in your oatmeal, substitute hemp seed milk in your smoothies or stir in some heated coconut milk to your morning coffee. It’s easy, delicious and beneficial. So, what are you waiting for?

Get moo-ving to the store!

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In 2018, The Food and Drug Administration signaled that they are planning to prevent plantbased dairy alternatives from using the word milk. Milk is defined as “white fluid rich in fat and protein, secreted by female mammals,” and almonds technically do not fit the legal standard. While it’s unlikely any changes will be enforced in the near future, the argument is still up for debate. The FDA has suggested using the name almond juice or water.

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A Healthful Addition

The first New Albany Kids Triathlon aims to promote lifelong well-being

By Rocco Falleti

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he core of Healthy New Albany has long focused on promoting the wellbeing of people of all ages. Whether it’s the Walking Classic or a number of exercise and educational classes hosted at the Philip Heit Center, Healthy New Albany continues to engage the community with a healthy atitude.

As the summer grows hotter, Healthy New Albany is now gearing up for a new event in partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Though it may not be a full 70.3 miles like the Ironman Triathlon, the inaugural New Albany

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Swim suit, bike, socks and shoes for bike/run Optional: goggles, swim cap, towel, shorts/shirt for bike/run Headphones are strictly prohibited on the race courses at all times

Kids Triathlon aims to give children a day of fun and educational opportunities.

“The idea came about to do a triathlon for kids, with the idea that the focus is on health, not on competition,” says Phil Heit, executive director of Healthy New

Albany, Inc. “It’s an event that will be as educational as it will be recreational.”

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will focus on how to prepare for a triathlon, how to get in shape and the importance of exercise.

“It gets boys and girls at a very young age to think about their well-being so they can grow up with the idea that good health is the foundation for everything in the future,” Heit says.

Whether or not your child can ride a bike or swim, all kids are encouraged and welcome to participate; there are multiple age groups that feature different distances. Needless to say, tricycles are welcome and participants can even walk through water for the swimming portion.

“The main thing is to be with others who are doing the same thing to promote individual and community wellbeing,” Heit says. “There might be kids who can’t swim, so for them, all they need to do is walk and splash.”

After the race, participants and their families are encouraged to celebrate at the Finish Line Party at Wexner Community Park.

“It is part of Healthy New Albany’s mission to promote a culture of health in New Albany,” Heit says. “This is one of many, many things that Healthy New Albany does for not only kids but people of all ages.”

To register for the New Albany Kids Triathlon, visit newalbanykidstriathlon.com.

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“When kids come here, they have not experienced academic growth, so we work tirelessly to lean into that,” says Jamie Williamson, former head of the school. “In order to grow, kids have to be open to their strengths and open to their weaknesses. We help show them areas they need help in and help to provide them tools and strategies to grow in those areas. But we also work with them to show that they have a lot of great strengths and how to leverage those.”

The school and its annual fundraising gala have humble beginnings. Marburn opened in 1981 in Columbus with 12 students, and the gala started as a luncheon. Now Marburn serves more than 300 students and the 37th annual gala raised $331,736. These funds will be used for student scholarships and program enhancements.

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hen passionate students struggle academically, finding the perfect teaching method can be overwhelming. Thankfully, a local academy is making learning more approachable.

Marburn Academy is a not-for-profit school designated for students with learning differences like ADHD, dyslexia and other executive function issues.

The New Albany-based school serves students in grades one-12 from all over Ohio, with the belief that all students are capable of growth. Marburn values communication, sustainability, innovation and community and uses these ideas to help their students reach their full potential.

Learning differences can make school very difficult for students. Students with attention difficulties like ADHD might have trouble organizing tasks, maintaining close attention to details, staying still during lessons and keeping their voice down in class. Dyslexia creates difficulties with reading, overall comprehension, spelling and writing. Executive function challenges can include anything from flexible thinking, memory or self control. All of these learning differences can be addressed outside of the traditional classroom.

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“What we do here really revolves around a multisensory approach, which means there is a kinesthetic, or a physical part of this; visual; and auditory. We link all those three things together to provide really engaging instruction for kids,” says Williamson.

“In order to grow, kids have to be open to their strengths and open to their weaknesses. We help show them areas they need help in and help to provide them tools and strategies to grow in those areas.”

Marburn isn’t only a resource for students, but for parents and teachers as well. The school offers free parent seminars to provide research and methods for the students. Parents can also benefit from free early reading screenings and a summer phonemic awareness program for kids ages 5-8. Teachers can benefit from Orton-Gillingham training and tutorial instructions for dyslexic students.

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ill Mathews’ interest in computer science began during his freshman year at Columbus Academy. Computer science was new to him; it wasn’t something he planned on taking or even had much background in before then.

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“I got involved simply because the class sounded cool and I had some room in my schedule,” he explains.

Four years and many classes later, Mathews is graduating from Columbus Academy as an accomplished computer science and robotics student with many notable projects under his belt, including one that was on display at the COSI Science Festival this past May. Mathews, who has lived in New Albany his entire life, created a glove that could control a small car wirelessly using motion and gesture controls. This was his final project for his Physics 2: Electronics and Sensors class this year, taught by Tom DeVore.

“This particular project involves using radio frequency chips to communicate wirelessly from some form of sensor to some form of actuator,” DeVore explains. “In this case, (Mathews) selected to use a three-axis gyro to determine the tilt in the x, y, and z directions in order to control the motors on a cardboard car.”

The project was a challenge, and it forced Mathews to call on everything he had learned so far.

“When Mr. DeVore first mentioned the project, I

thought it sounded impossible, so it was pretty cool that I was able to eventually get it working,” Mathews says.

It wasn’t only Mathews who thought it was cool. When he got to show off his impressive project at the COSI Science Festival, it was received with great enthusiasm by the attendees.

“It was really cool to see little kids have their minds blown by my robot,” Mathews says.

When he’s not shocking crowds, Mathews finds other, practical uses for his skills. As a member of the Tour Guides Club, Mathews gives tours of Columbus Academy to new and prospective students and their families. When the old scheduling system for tours was not working well last year, Mathews used his computer science knowledge to jump in and solve the problem by creating a new app that the school now uses.

“I like how (my classes) give me the means to address a problem when I see one,” he says.

Mathews’ academic interests are not limited to computer science. He also excels in Latin and biology. This year, his honors Latin 5 class placed first in the state at the Ohio Junior Classical League Convention for performing a Lion King-themed skit; and Mathews’ senior project, titled Freshwater Fishing and Ecology, studied biology and community ecology here in Ohio by cataloging the types of species that live in local waters, the water quality and the general health of various ecosystems.

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Mathews testing his electronic glove that wirelessly controls the box car.

Columbus Academy tennis team for the first three years of high school and joined the bowling team during his senior year, an experience that he says, “became one of my best high school memories, teaching me to always try new things.”

This year, Mathews will ride in Pelotonia for the fourth time.

“I would strongly recommend (Pelotonia) to anyone interested, as it has definitely been one of the most rewarding things I have ever been a part of,” he says.

Mathews has ridden over 200 total miles so far in the first three years, and, in the spirit of trying new things, plans to ride 100 miles this year.

College will be another new challenge for Mathews this year, but his choice comes with echoes of his hometown. In the fall, Mathews will attend the University of Virginia, and plans to major in business and minor in computer science. New Albany’s architectural ties to the UVA campus in Charlottesville are well documented, and Mathews appreciated the familiar feeling.

“It probably isn’t a coincidence that I really felt comfortable when I visited UVA because in a lot of ways it is very similar to New Albany,” he says. “New Albany has just always been home.”

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Foods for Fitness

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Tasseography for Nutrition There’s something brewing in New Albany

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reen tea is often touted as energy boosting and a natural remedy. Many people drink this tea for weight loss, prevention of cardiovascular disease, lower cholesterol and even sharper brain function.

Green tea tablets and extract are often marketed as a means of increasing antioxidant intake without having to drink multiple cups daily. However, experts warn against faulty supplements and recommend tea rather than pills.

Tea is rich in polyphenols, which have effects like reducing inflammation and fighting cancer. Green tea extract is prepared by soaking green tea leaves in an alcohol solution to isolate active components such as the catechin epigallocatechin-3-gallate. Catechins are natural antioxidants that can help prevent cell damage by reducing the formation of free radicals in the body. EGCG is one of the most powerful compounds in green tea and has been studied to treat various 38

diseases. Green tea even contains small amounts of minerals that are important for health, including potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium.

Although green tea is advertised everywhere today, it’s helpful to do your research before incorporating supplements into your diet.

Weight Loss Many people credit green tea with weight loss, however. it’s not that simple.

A 2011 review in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry looked at various studies on the effects of green tea on energy expenditure, fat metabolism, food cravings and nutrient absorption. Results were mixed, as it was difficult to separate from the general effect of the caffeine content in green tea. While these varying results could point to an effect of green tea catechins on fat metabolism, there is no definitive research to support the supplement as an effective weight loss intervention.

Cardiovascular Disease One 2003 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association does suggest that green tea may help keep cholesterol under control – when paired with a diet low in saturated fat. Bad cholesterol builds up in the arterial walls, reducing blood flow to the heart and increasing the risk of a heart attack.

While the 2003 study encompasses a relatively small group of 240 adults, a supporting 2001 study in The Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health included results of nearly 77,000 people.

It suggests that women who drank one to six cups of tea per day had a reduced risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to non-tea drinkers.

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Green tea supplements are available at most stores, but if you want to shop local, check out New Life Nutritional at 550 New Albany Rd. W. results have varied. Cancer Prevention Research published a 2009 study of 26 men who had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The men who took four capsules of green tea extract daily showed a significant decrease in certain markers that signal prostate cancer progression. Despite the promising results of this study, more research is needed. When it comes to cancer, green tea extract alone is not a successful intervention.

While the FDA generally recognizes tea as innocuous, some takers of green tea supplements do report side effects including: • Headache • Abdominal pain • Dizziness • Heartburn • Nausea • Muscle pain • Constipation It’s important to remember that green tea supplements contain caffeine, which may trigger anxiety, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and dizziness.

Educate Yourself If you decide to try a green tea supplement, it’s important to always read the supplemental facts label on each product. There are tons of green tea supplement brands, some with good and bad ingredients. Other important information that can be found on these labels include active ingredients per serving, added fillers, binders or flavorings.

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On the Horizon

by Sara Dowler

Keep it Moving

Exploring kinetic fitness and its growing presence in New Albany

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s we go about our lives, many of us do not think twice about how we get from point A to point B. Our brains automatically process the thinking behind our movements so that we do not have to consciously think about every muscle, joint and ligament that is moving.

Kinetic fitness is where exercise and the thinking behind movement overlap.

“I would define (kinetic fitness) as functional total body movements where everything is working together to accomplish a task,”

says Matt Wilson, owner of CrossFit New Albany.

To better understand kinetic fitness, think of standing up from a chair. As you move from sitting to standing your body does not do one movement, but a collection of movements. You use muscles from your legs, core and arms that work together to help you stand.

So, if you’re struggling to reach your fitness goals, incorporating kinetic fitness into exercise routines may help.

“Training multiple muscle groups at the same time leads to a combination of increased endurance and strength,” says Wilson. “It is a more efficient way to exercise and can be done in a shorter amount of time to attain better benefits.”

It should be noted there are different types of kinetic fitness: closedand open-chain movements.

Closed or Open?

Closed-chain movement refers to when the end of your movement is connected to the ground or solid surface – think of a push-up. When you do a pushup, your hands and feet are connected to the ground, and the rest of the kinetic chains in your arms and legs move toward where the chain is connected, in order to complete the movement.

Contrastingly, open-chain movement occurs when the end of a kinetic chain is not fixed to the ground or solid surface but moving freely in space.

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Those looking to be more fit should incorporate closed-chain movements into workouts because they are more likely to include multiple joints and muscles in movements. This helps overall joint health, balance and body awareness.

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Kinetic fitness also includes a multitude of exercises such as rock climbing, yoga and Zumba.

“Kinetic fitness is a different, fun and more efficient way to exercise. It creates faster and bigger results than other fitness alternatives,” says Wilson. “For us at CFNA, it is done in a group class setting that has been shown to create more motivation, build strong relationships and thus create an everlasting community.”

As explained by Sir Isaac Newton’s First Law of Motion, an object at rest tends to stay at rest unless acted upon by an outside force. Finding motivation for exercise can be difficult, but the New Albany community can be that outside force that gets you up and moving.

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Gadgets & Gear Ahava Dead Sea Bath Salt $11-$22, www.ahava.com

Sometimes even the most innocuous of workouts can leave your body in shambles. Pour Ahava’s Natural Dead Sea Bath Salt into hot bathwater and feel revitalized and recovered like a professional athlete. Each pouch or bottle is loaded with 100 percent pure, naturally hydrating Dead Sea crystal salt that hydrates skin, soothes sore muscles and relieves stress. Salt minerals come in three scents: natural, lavender and eucalyptus.

Mission Original Cooling Towel $14.99, mission.com

Tired of wiping your face with a paper towel?

Consider investing in Mission’s cooling towel.

Featuring built-in cooling technology, the towel activates instantly at the touch of water and continues to stay cool for up to two hours thanks to advanced microfibers.

Stack 52 HIIT Interval Workout Game $29.97, strength.stack52.com

Shuffle the cards, cast the dice and let fate determine your workout routine. Each case contains two decks of cards representing 52 military-vetted bodyweight exercises of varying difficulties. Two dice add a random element in the game so that your workouts will never be the same. Challenge your friends and family to multiply the fun!

Gaiam On-the-Go Yoga Mat Bag $14.98, gaiam.com

True yogis hate to miss a session. Allay your worries with the new Gaiam yoga mat carrier so that your daily dose of spiritual exercise can happen anywhere, anytime. Twin shoulder straps leave your hands free; carrying an exercise mat has never been less cumbersome. With its adjustable Velcro straps, the product can easily fit mats of most sizes.

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Nathan Speedview Hydration Handheld $24.98, www.nathansports.com

Going to the gym with a water bottle in one hand and a cellphone in the other can be quite inconvenient. Thankfully, the folks at Nathan had the ingenious idea to combine the two into one item - a handheld water bottle and phone holder. Now it’s possible to drink, text and protect your phone at the same time. Double wall insulation keeps your drink cooler 20 percent longer than a standard water bottle.

Be equipped for efficiency next time you visit the gym!

Night Runner 270 Shoe Lights $49.95, nighttechgear.com

Precaution is necessary when heading out for a late night jog. Night Runner’s 150 lumen LEDs reveal hazards on the pavement up to 30 feet ahead while back-facing red lights make you visible to motorists. Illuminate your next midnight escapade as you retrofit these ultra-light beacons to your best runners. Also perfect for early-morning jobs!

Motiv Ring Fitness, Sleep and Heart Tracker $199.99, mymotiv.com

The past few years have seen a veritable influx of gadgets that track your fitness stats. Few, however, can claim to be just as inconspicuous as they are stylish.

The Motiv Ring is forged in titanium and remains waterproof for up to 165 feet.

This durable tracker promises reliability for every physical activity conceivable.

Onboard memory means you don’t need to bring your phone for your workout – just sync when you get back home! The best part? It weighs less than a penny.

Coros SafeSound Bluetooth Smart Cycling Helmet $199-$219.99, en.coros.com

Pedal into the future of cycling with this innovative protective system. Solving the dilemma between safety and music, this smart helmet allows you to enjoy music without the use of earbuds. The Coros Bone Conduction technology sends audio waves straight to your inner ear through your cheekbones so that environmental awareness is maintained at all times. Additional safety features include an SOS emergency alert system that registers impact and sends a mapping of your exact location to your emergency contacts, and an LED tail light that alerts motorists of your presence.

Control all these functions via a smart remote installed on your handlebars.

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Scene at New Albany Symphony Kentucky Derby Gala May 4, Equestrian Estate of Jeff Ramm and Neal Hauschild Photos by Capri Hemsworth

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Scene at New Albany Chamber C-Suite Speaker Series | Gene Smith, Athletic Director, The Ohio State University May 8, Noah’s Event Venue

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