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08 PUBLISHER'S NOTE 10 941 PULSE 12 ATHLETE PROFILE 15 SUCCESS STORY

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26 HEALTH 28 PROFILE 32 TRAIN 34 STRENGTH 38 FUEL 22

40 SUPPLEMENT 42 LEAN 44 KIDS 46 RECIPE 48 DIRECT FIT 51 RACES & EVENTS 54 CLASS CALENDAR

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CONTENTS

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FIT FOR DUTY

First Responders Train Like Our Lives Depend on It

by Ellyn Santiago

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WORKING (OUT) TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT VETERAN SUICIDE

by Ellyn Santiago

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Maximizing the Burn

by Ellie Mae Johnson

THE WORD ON THE HERD

Why Joining a Running Group May be Your Best Motivation Ever!

by Norm Bower

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FLYING HIGH WITH ACRO YOGA

by Ellie Mae Johnson

38 YOUR CHEAT DAY CHEAT SHEET

by Anna Panzarino

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TON OF FUN

You've Got Nothing to Lose but Weight

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BMX IS GREAT EXERCISE FOR KIDS

by Ellie Mae Johnson

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publisher's note

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elcome to the July-August issue of Fit941. For this issue, we chose to feature some of our local first responders, because in so many ways, their physical condition will determine how well they can handle and react to emergencies, high stress, and quickdecision situations.

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I was working in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001.

It was a terrible day. I lost friends and colleagues on that awful day. But as thousands were running out of the World Trade Center, hundreds of first responders were running in. During the days, weeks and months that followed, there was such an incredible feeling of gratitude and pride and admiration for firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and police – not just in the City, but worldwide. I used to walk from the train station to my office on most nice days and on that walk I passed a fire station. After 9-11, people would literally walk right into the station, some with batches of cookies, neighborhood deli owners would drop in with trays of sandwiches; nobody would walk by without expressing their gratitude.

It was an awful day that none of us will ever forget, but it reminded the world that first responders put their lives on the line…for us.

The heroic work first responders do takes both mental and physical strength and stamina, endurance and nerves of steel. And for most, their physical training is supremely important as they rely completely on being fit enough to handle the jobs they do.

As part of the cover story, we’ve had the pleasure of meeting some really top-notch local first responders. My role as Fit941 publisher has allowed me to meet many great and interesting people and these men and women, without question, are at the top of that list.

With the recent events in Orlando, San Bernardino, and Paris and even in everyday situations from tragic car accidents to house fires to lost children and water rescues, we know that frightening and tragic emergency events can happen at anytime, anywhere. We want to honor the brave women and men that keep themselves in peak physical and mental condition so they are prepared to run into the danger while helping the rest of us run out. To the firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and the countless other first responders including lifeguards, we thank you.

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Sarasota Chosen for BMX World Cup

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he Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has named Sarasota as the destination for the 2016 UCI BMX Supercross World Cup finals on Oct. 8 and 9, 2016.

The event is the premiere BMX racing series on the planet, with world-wide live TV coverage and a strong following amongst BMX and cycling fans.

BMX Supercross is the most exciting and action-packed type of BMX racing and an Olympic discipline since 2008.

The World Cup attracts the very best BMX riders in the world and more than 250 male and female BMX athletes from 35 countries are expected to compete.

The races will be held at the Sarasota BMX track located at 1590 N. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota. The oldest BMX track in the nation will premiere its brand new state-of-the-art track for amateurs and professionals in July.

For more information or for tickets for the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup, visit SarasotaBMXSX.com. Please see story on BMX fitness on page 44.

Moore’s ‘Phit Club’ Comes to You

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here’s a new mobile personal trainer in the 941. Rick Moore, owner and trainer of The Phit Club SRQ, is not only a National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified trainer, he’ll “travel to you.”

Moore says he specializes in corrective personal training, athletic sport-specific training and boxing for all ages.

“I help with balance, core conditioning, agility, and weight loss or gain,” he says. “I also help people correct faulty movement and rehab injuries.”

Moore says he has worked with clients who have knee and hip replacements as well as torn rotator cuffs, to name a few. He also works with clients who have Parkinson's disease.

They offer a full assessment and an integrated exercise routine designed specifically by Moore. Originally from Philadelphia, Moore says he’s looking forward to “bringing fitness directly to you.”

For more information about the Phit Club, email Rick at thephitclub@ gmail.com or call 267-496-0986.

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Athlete Profile China Smith’s Summer Fight Night at Robarts

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ometown hero, world heavyweight boxing champion and dedicated kid’s advocate and mentor, China Smith presents another exciting fight night event dubbed ‘In the Heat of the Night,’ Saturday, July 16 at the Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd., in Sarasota. Doors open at 5 p.m. Come witness talented fighters from all over Florida, most, as China says, “future professional and Olympic fighters.”

Mallory Waggoner Mallory Waggoner, an outside hitter on the Indiana University volleyball team, has been playing volleyball since the 6th grade. But her first sport was basketball, which she began playing at 5.

Mallory, a Sarasota native who graduated from Riverview High School in 2013, gave up basketball to play volleyball and was named team captain for her senior season. Mallory, at 6 feet tall, said in a video for Indiana University that by the time she was in high school, she’d begun playing club volleyball and she soon “developed a big passion” for volleyball.

She played for Coastline Volleyball Club, was selected to the Florida Regional High Performance Camp, won a silver medal competing with Team Florida GNY in Tucson, played for Team USA High Performance in Iowa and California and in 2013 won gold with USA Junior A1 Red in the Women's International Junior championship.

A scholar athlete, Mallory credits her determination and strong work ethic to her grandfather, who she said began working to support his family at age 13 and to this day, at age 80, is still working as a landscape architect.

"It is really challenging to play volleyball at the Big 10 level and to maintain high grades. But, I think I am driven to succeed because I want to have many doors open to me after college,” Mallory said. “In addition, it's really important to me to make my family proud—especially my grandfather. He is a man that has worked every day of his life from the time he was very young to provide a good life for his family. He is my inspiration and I love him and my grandmother so much."

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Tickets are $20 and are available online at EventBrite or through China’s website at ChinaSmithBoxer.com. Special VIP ringside tickets are available by calling 941-587-1671 or 941-536-3598. The fight card is subject to change.

Sarasota’s own China Smith, the two-time former National Boxing Association Heavyweight Champion of the World, is known as the ‘People’s Champ’ for his commitment to his community and specifically to youth in Sarasota and Manatee counties. China has a non-profit organization dedicated to helping kids called China Smith & Friends, runs the Manatee County Police Athletic League kids’ fitness program and Team China Smith’s Boxing Extreme Fitness Program and summer camp.

The heavyweight champion southpaw, known in the ring as The Dragon, has been honored with a Key to the City of Sarasota and even has a day named for him in Sarasota: China Smith Day. China’s Golden Gloves Boxing event in February of 2016 was a knockout and was featured online and on broadcast TV. For more information about ‘In the Heat of the Night’ amateur boxing event at Robarts Arena on July 16, visit China’s website at ChinaSmithBoxer.com.

Got Talent?

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arasota-based event planner, DJ and talent production venue 11 Productions is looking for new talent.

“If you are a music band, a one-man band, solo singer, or a DJ and you want to perform at a local venue,” 11 Productions wants you to give them a call.

Named as one of the best DJs in Sarasota by Thumbtack, 11 Productions brings a “new, stream-lined, innovative and exciting concept in event planning.”

“We have one simple mission and that is making your vision of your event come true,” says Joey Daskalides of 11 Productions. The business does it all from children’s birthday parties to wedding receptions and everything in between.

For more information about 11 Productions, call 941-962-5949.

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Endurance House Triathlon Series Set

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GW Burns

Over the past decade, GW Burns has emerged as one of the top new glamour and fitness photographers in print, his work being featured in over 50 different photo by Ray Sopczuk international magazines, and online, as the only photographer to have been awarded “featured” status in all five major online websites (Model Mayhem, One Model Place, Deviant Art, Model Fusion, and Model Brigade).

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Models Carson Sanders Crossed trained as a firefighter and paramedic, Sarasota County Fire Department Division ChiefEMS Operations, Carson Sanders photo by GW Burns has spent the last 26 years in fire and rescue service.

Michelle Di Capua Sarasota County Sheriff 's Office Sgt. Michelle Di Capua teaches defensive tactics at the Criminal Justice Academy and worked in Special Investigations.

Besides strength and conditioning, Michelle has studied numerous martial arts including Tae Kwon Do, Hung Gar, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

ot only did Endurance House just celebrate its first anniversary, it’s announced sponsorship of an amazing Triathlon series.

“We’ve gone from just having a table and tent at events to a full functioning store with a wonderful staff. We’re learning from you about how to grow and better assist in your training and racing needs,” say owners Amy and Jerry Johnson on their website. “We are so proud to be a part of the Bradenton/Sarasota community. The support has been overwhelming and we’re humbled to have been welcomed with such open arms.”

Endurance House is also sponsor to the upcoming 2016 Tri Siesta Key Olympic & Sprint Triathlon Series, Saturday Aug. 6, 2016.

This Triathlon features two distances. For the Sprint, a ¼ mile Gulf swim, 12.4 mile bike and a 3.1 mile run. For the Olympic distance, a 1.5km Gulf swim, 40km bike and 10km run. For the Duathlon, a 1-mile run, 12.4 mile bike, and then another 3.1 mile run.

Participants will bike around and through the Village of Siesta Key and then run on the hard-packed, white-sands of the country’s most beautiful beach.

To register for the Endurance House 2016 Tri Siesta Key Olympic & Sprint Triathlon Series, visit MultiRace.com/events/89. For more information about Endurance House, its specials and other events, visit SuncoastEnduranceHouse.com or call 941-727-4411.

Hot Enough For You?

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otYoga4You Sarasota doesn’t think so.

“Florida summers are known for their heat and humidity.

The last place you’d think to spend your time is practicing hot yoga, right? Well, maybe it’s time to think again—and here’s why,” says Yolanda Nash, HotYoga4You owner.

Nash says Hot Yoga “leads the fitness and wellness industries in detoxification, weight loss, and energetic renewal.”

“The physical rehabilitation and mental clarity that comes from regular practice is unrivaled. But in the summer months, the hardest part of the practice may be getting into that hot room,” Nash says.

The sweat that comes from working out in a hot room “will start to detoxify and rejuvenate.

So, right off the bat—if you’re seeking wellness and renewal, run towards the heat, not away from it,” Nash says.

Nash says running from air conditioned space to air conditioned space during the summer doesn’t allow bodies to perspire. “Wellness doesn’t happen without a little sweat,” she says.

HotYoga4You is offering a special for Floridians this summer; $30 for 30 consecutive days of Hot Yoga.

For more information about the summer special and Hot Yoga, visit HotYoga4You.com.

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By Land or By Sea

Success Story

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panish Point in Osprey is at once a historic and breathtaking locale. And now, with the purchase of the restaurant location by Steve and Mike Evanoff owners of the local Evie’s restaurant expanse, Evie’s at Spanish Point Restaurant & Tiki Bar, 135 Bayview Drive by land, mile marker #38 by sea, sunsets on Little Sarasota Bay are even better.

Open daily from 11 am to 10 pm, the restaurant features a full tiki bar outside and a newly renovated kitchen inside.

Plus, there are 32 new dock slips behind the restaurant. Evie’s at Spanish Point Restaurant & Tiki Bar features live music Wednesdays through Sundays. With a fresh tropical menu that features fresh fish and seafood, the venue is at once family friendly and caters to the sports fan with big screen TVs always tuned to sports coverage.

For more information, visit EviesOnline.com.

White Picket Produce Expands

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hite Picket Produce, the Sarasota organic produce delivery company, is now delivering to Bradenton and Parrish.

In addition, White Picket Produce has also announced its new partnership with two local bakeries, Glenn Family Bakery and Ugg Bakery, to offer organic sprouted grain breads, gluten-free cookies, Paleo/gluten-free sandwich bread and vegan baked goods.

White Picket Produce owner Sharyn Vross says there was tremendous demand for her to expand the delivery area to include Manatee County communities.

“I love the fact that it’s like bringing the local farmers market directly to your door,” Vross says. “Many people don’t have the time to visit area farmers markets and they really miss out on amazing fresh, local food.”

Not anymore, she says, since White Picket Produce delivers from Venice to Parrish.

White Picket Produce home delivers local organic produce in a variety of quantity options weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. In addition to local organic fruits and vegetables, customers can also request goods from Joyce Farms Natural Chicken, local non-GMO, grass-fed beef, High Plains Bison and Bison sausages, Niman Ranch bacon, cage-free eggs, Sarasota honey, locally brewed 221BC Kombucha, raw/vegan snacks from Siesta Key-based ‘Nutritious You’ and with the partnership with local bakers, organic, Paleo, gluten-free and vegan breads and baked goods.

For more information, visit WhitePicketProduce.com.

Sammy Jo

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amantha ‘Sammy Jo’ Bozza’s story is one about the undeniable power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. While someone else might have given way, Sammy Jo pushed forward. As painful as her journey has at times been, she’s at once an inspiration and the epitome of a survivor…and one with an infectious smile and spirit.

When Sammy Jo was 15, then an aspiring model and beauty pageant contestant, she suffered a brain aneurism caused by an arteriovenous malformation which left her in a coma and paralyzed. After a close encounter with death, years of surgeries and rehabilitation, she has not only survived but thrived. Sammy Jo is still partially paralyzed, but that has not stopped her from fighting for herself and others.

Her motto? She puts it beautifully: “We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love."

Sammy Jo helps and inspires people from all walks of life with her kind, caring and generous nature. She’s sweet, yes. But she’s tough. She’s fought every day; she returned to high school at Cardinal Mooney in Sarasota to graduate after her catastrophic illness; she graduated from State College of Florida; received an aesthetician license from the Bradenton Beauty and Barber Academy; was a co-owner of a Sarasota-based Curves for Women; is president of Samantha’s Friends, a non-profit dedicated to helping individuals challenged by disabilities gain independence and companionship with the assistance of a service canine; she was honored in 2004 as the first ever recipient of the ‘Woman of Achievement Award’ by the Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant; and now, because nothing can stop her, she trains at Jaco's Boxing, MMA + Fitness Gym with Adam and Kelli Jaco.

“Sammy has been training at Jacos for over a year,” say the Jacos. “Every time she is here, she inspires all of us.

Her hard work and continued dedication makes us all want to be better.”

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SRQ Cosmetic Surgeon’s TV Debut

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arasota Surgical Arts’ Dr. Alberico J. Sessa recently appeared on ABC 7’s Suncoast View to discuss his “unique approach to cosmetic surgery” and how he’s able to provide such “spectacular results.”

“My job is to give people back what they used to have,” he says.

“Most people don’t want to look different; they just want to look younger and better.” And he works hard to achieve “more natural results and looks.”

In particular, Dr. Sessa points to the “biggest change” in breast augmentation are natural-looking memory gel implants.

“The newest thing in recent history is the memory gel, anatomically correct and very natural-looking implants,” he says. “People know them as the ‘gummy bear’ implants. They’re anatomic implants that help prevent that too-roundish look some women don’t like.”

During his educational training, residency and fellowship (Fordham College, Louisiana State University Medical School and residency and cosmetic surgery fellowship in Salt Lake City, Utah, respectively), Dr. Sessa was constantly searching for approaches to surgery that reduced the need for lengthier surgeries. And today, his surgical approach is focused on achieving natural results without much downtime.

Dr. Sessa is a full-body cosmetic surgeon, providing procedures from facelifts, brow-lifts and neck-lifts to breast augmentation and reduction and body procedures including tummytucks, liposuction and butt-lifts. All of these procedures are performed at Dr. Sessa’s Sarasota Surgical Arts state-of-the-art facility at 4143 Clark Road in Sarasota. Sarasota Surgical Arts also features a spa where clients can enjoy medical modality facials, peels, and resurfacing as well as body waxing and even makeup.

For more information about Dr. Sessa or Sarasota Surgical Arts, call 941-313-3274 or visit SarasotaSurgicalArts.com.

WOD to End Veteran Suicide at CrossFit Bradenton

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n an effort to help raise awareness about the tragedy that is veteran suicide, CrossFit Bradenton has announced an August event you do not want to miss.

Slated for Aug. 20, you can help make a difference by participating in the WOD to End Veteran Suicide at CrossFit Bradenton.

Every day, 22 veterans take their own lives due to PTSD, depression and other mental illness tied to their sacrifice and service to our nation.

The CrossFit Bradenton WOD to End Veteran Suicide will include 22 exercises and 22 reps of each. At minute 22 into the WOD, everyone will stop and take a two-minute moment of silence for those who have died in the veteran suicide epidemic.

To register, visit ActiveHeroes.org/wod. For more information about CrossFit Bradenton, visit CrossFitBradenton.com. Please see our story on Veterans on page 26.

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Mock Classes at Mantra

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ome of Mantra’s newest instructors in training are beginning their first phase of mock classes and will complete final training certification in July at the Lagree National Headquarters in Los Angeles. And local mock class participants are needed.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about Mantra Fitness exercises, form and the MegaFormer. The first stage of these practicetraining sessions will be very stop and go with a lot of personal attention. Participants get to sweat and trainees get to learn.

Sessions will be added weekly to the Sarasota location. These trainings are 90-minutes long and are free. This is a great opportunity to master your donkey kick and any other move you wish to perfect.

Visit MantraFitness.com, select the Sarasota location and watch the schedule for free mock classes.

‘Remember the Fallen’ 5 & 10K

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he North Port Fire Rescue Honor Guard host their 6th annual ‘Remember the Fallen’ 5K Memorial Run and the Inaugural 10K Memorial Run on Sept. 10, 2016 at 7:30 am in North Port.

Family-friendly and open to all skill levels, walkers and runners, it’s a flat, fast, loop course with displays of fire trucks, police and military vehicles throughout and post-run celebration with awards and performances.

Inspired by the events that took place on Sept. 11, 2001, this will be a day to remember, honor and support the first responders and members of the armed services who protect and serve our community and country every day. In attending this event, you will be exposed to aspects of the tradition found within the Fire Service.

Show your support and become part of this memorial event.

Also included will be the Firefighter Challenge where participants run in full bunker gear (jacket, pants and helmet; boots are not required). The challenge is also extended to any law enforcement or military personnel to run in their gear.

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Kick Off Summer with Karate

Messenger Wins Ms. Bikini Universe Title

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t the Fitness Universe competition in Miami Beach, Sarasota’s Heather Messenger was named 2016 Ms. Bikini Universe Tall Class Champion.

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arasota Sport Karate has announced its inaugural Summer Sport Karate program, taught by professional kickboxer Johnny ‘Speed’ Garcia. Open to all ages, 4 and up, students will learn the fundamentals of Katas (forms), Kumite (point sparring), and basic Karate techniques.

Heather, who is a local Isagenix performance line rep, won her division at the international competition not just based on beauty, though Ms. Bikini Universe describes the competition as a “beauty contest,” rather she won for body shape, condition and overall attractiveness.

Classes are currently underway and continue through August. Registrations are being accepted now for the 3-week summer Karate sessions. Classes are held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

The competition included three rounds and contestants were judged on sportswear selection, personality, appearance, poise and presence. Competitors showed off their modeling talents and creativity, and in the swimsuit, were judged on body condition, facial beauty, appearance and poise and presence. Judges analyzed body shape, tone, symmetry, complexion, poise presentation and overall condition and were also looking for a fit, toned feminine body that displayed proper conditioning.

Classes consist of: Warm-up, including cardio exercises and stretching to increase heart rate, create blood flow and prevent injuries; Bag training and pad training to develop proper kick and punch techniques; Technique combos and drills to develop timing, balance, coordination and strategy; Leg strengthening and conditioning for stronger, faster kicks; Introductory to forms where students will learn a series of basic movements in stances and coordinated strikes against an imaginary opponent.

On its Facebook page, Bikini Universe says of Heather that she is, “Truly an inspiration to all women out there.’ Heather shares, ‘I thought I was the only one that ever felt this way. That no one would understand, but I am here to tell women that they can get through this. That there is light at the end of the tunnel.’ She has spoken very openly about her rigorous journey with fitness and as a new mother.”

Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30-11:30 a.m. with sessions July 5 – July 23 and July 26 – August 13.

The Sport Karate Summer program cost is $70 per person, per three-week session. Each participant receives a free pair of kicking pants, (for first-time students only). Note that each session will require a minimum of five participants, so dates and times may be subject to change.

The Sarasota Sport Karate Summer program is held at Definition Fit, located at 1477 5th St. in Sarasota. For more information or to register call Sensei Johnny at 941-587-1372.

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For more information about Ms. Bikini Universe, visit FitnessUniverse.com. To learn more about Isagenix, contact Heather Messenger at 941-724-2009 or visit StandTall.Isagenix.com.

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ake Shape For Life is a thriving community redefining the path to health and wellbeing, and creating Optimal Health,” says Jill Greber, CPC, Certified Health Coach, Take Shape For Life Global Director. “We help people achieve results that are simply extraordinary, and we are excited for you to be part of our community.”

To that end, Greber says she is partnering with Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota for its Ton of Fun weight loss program and she’s teaming up with Chef Lisa Dubeansky of Hosted Gourmet to do healthy cooking classes.

Greber says for people with demanding work schedules and busy lives, few people can bring about necessary changes in their lives without outside support. Take Shape For Life provides effective tools along with personal support from a health coach, backed by a clinically proven, scientifically formulated, comprehensive program, she says. As more and more people make the choice to live a healthier, more active life, Take Shape For Life will be present, providing an opportunity for people to do well for themselves while doing something purposeful for others, Greber says.

For more information about Take Shape For Life or for personal health coaching, call Jill Greber at 941-302-3613.

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=Fit for Duty First Responders Train Like Our Lives Depend On It

by Ellyn Santiago

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officer’s life as well as others. When the time comes, I will not doubt my training or physical capabilities."

DiCapua stays fit, eats healthy and works out often, usually four to six times a week.

"I enjoy CrossFit. I like the camaraderie and competitiveness of CrossFit to keep me interested and motivated. To lean out, I’ll increase cardio on the StairMaster,” she says. “I also try to stick to a diet of lean proteins and vegetables and avoid processed foods. But I’ll also splurge on a good cheeseburger and fries from time to time. When eating out on night shift, I tend to eat salads, chicken, and eggs. Bringing your own food would be the best bet to avoid buying junk food.”

And DiCapua has some advice for fellow law enforcement officers about how best to get back in shape.

“Take small steps when getting back into fitness and a healthy lifestyle,” she suggests. “I recommend cleaning up the diet first by cutting sugar, sodas, and junk food. Then make smalls goals that are achievable.”

Left: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michelle Di Capua, Right: Sarasota County Fire Department Division Chief-EMS Operations Carson Sanders

he term ‘first responders’ became very much part of our national lexicon after Sept.

11, 2001, when firefighters, EMTs and police officers ran in to the devastation to save lives as they risked their own.

But it happens every day, in every town and city, be it a house fire or car wreck, and in many cases, much worse, as we have become all too familiar. It takes a special kind of person to run in when we're running out: brave, selfless, heroic and, importantly, physically fit.

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Young Sub Kwon, a professor of Kinesiology and director of Humboldt State University's Human Performance Lab, pioneered research in 2015 to “help firefighters and law enforcement better manage the physical and emotional demands of their jobs.” His position was that many first responders

are not as healthy and fit as they need to be because of the stress of their jobs.

Plus, he said, in the case of police officers, they are very often driving and if the need to sprint into action arises, which happens often, they have no time to warm-up; they just have to move, and move very quickly.

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michelle Di Capua says how fit an officer is, or looks, can impact decision-making when chasing a fleeing suspect or coping with a life-threatening situation.

“Suspects size-up officers when making their decisions on their next move. One will think twice when a fit, muscular officer with a strong command presence is on-scene,” DiCapua says.

“In a life-threatening situation, strength, endurance, and mind-set can save the

DiCapua recommends adding a few more seconds or minutes when jogging, adding a extra set of reps when working out, for example. “In one month, you’ll be surprised how far you’ve come.” She also suggest “throwing out the scale” and focusing rather on how clothing fits and how one’s body feels as energy increases. She also says track progress with photos: “Make the time and commitment to respect your body."

Crossed trained as a firefighter and paramedic, Sarasota County Fire Department Division Chief-EMS Operations Carson Sanders, has spent the last 26 years in fire and rescue service.

He knows well the stress of the profession and says being physically fit can also help with keeping first responders mentally fit as well so as to avoid burnout: “In my experience, those that are physically fit are usually able to handle the mental stress better as well.” And being in good shape is critical because of the physical demands of the job.

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“Firefighting and EMS are both physically taxing,” he says. For example, EMS crews must lift patients and maneuver in difficult positions, firefighters have the extra weight of requisite gear including air packs, while being able to maneuver and work in dark, hot, dangerous environments.

Firefighters must also use an air pack when working in hazardous environments, he says. “A firefighter’s physical fitness has a direct correlation to the amount of time they can operate on a scene in a safe manner.”

In 2015, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health reported that of the 89 firefighter fatalities, 52 died from heart attacks, not building collapses, smoke inhalation, burns, or other causes “the public might believe would cause firefighter deaths,” Sanders says.

“Our abilities, including our fitness, will make the difference between life and death for others. Not only do we owe the public our very best each and every day we are on duty, but we owe it to each other. Our lives can depend on the abilities of our co-workers,” Sanders says. “During an emergency, we have to be able to depend on those around us to keep each other safe.

Having the physical abilities to do this is paramount.” And he reminds that first responders take an oath that says “you will be at your best in order to help people on their worst possible day. Part of being at your best is being physically able to do what needs to be done.”

Sanders works out six days a week with a mix of CrossFit, weight lifting, and HIIT training and says he likes to mix it up with “activities that will help with the demands of the job,” like flipping tires, using sandbags, and using a sledgehammer. For Sanders, day seven is a mobility or yoga day. “Getting older, I feel much better by maintaining my flexibility,” he says. “It also makes my workouts stronger.”

Sanders’ suggests his fellow first responders “start small” when looking to get back in shape.

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Nate DiBitetto, Firefighter/EMT in Manatee County

“People tend to jump into something with both feet that are too restrictive in their diet and commit too much time to the work-outs. They end up getting frustrated and quit. Commit to changing your eating habits slowly,” he says. He suggests taking a walk, a swim, or a bike ride first and then commit to 30 minutes a day of activity and turn it into a habit.

And he says, work out with a buddy.

“For the fire service, the hope is that the whole station will work out together.

This makes it fun and hopefully everyone holds each other accountable.” he says.

“The reasons for public safety personnel to exercise and be physically fit are very serious, the training doesn’t have to be.

Too many people look at exercise as work. The reality is working out is fun. It can challenge yourself and others. Being your best is a mindset and the battle is to be your best, not to judge or be judged.”

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Nate DiBitetto is relatively new to firefighting; he’s been a Manatee County firefighter for the past three years, two as a volunteer. But he’s very aware, as a longtime fitness aficionado, that given the rigorous demands of the job, being physically fit is key.

“We are expected to perform a number of physically exhausting tasks at a moment’s notice during our shift.

Strength and stamina are two qualities that can be vastly improved with exercise and weight training; both of which can save precious seconds on the fireground,” he says. “There is no time to waste and sometimes a few extra seconds could be the difference between life and death for ourselves or the person we're trying to help.”

DiBitetto says fitness has always been his passion and he is always looking for “new ways to challenge myself physically

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and mentally and push my limits to where I never thought I could go.”

“There's a saying, ‘Train like you fight.

Fight like you train.’ This saying really hits home with me when I'm working out because there's no better way to prepare for the worst case scenario on a call than to put your body through as many of the same conditions as possible,” he says. In addition to his functional training routines, he also tries to mimic actual fire or rescue call conditions.

He’ll sometimes perform “pre-exhaust exercises “to get his heart rate up and “fatigue my body” simulating a real scenario. DiBitetto says when he can, he’ll work out in full gear including selfcontained breathing apparatus, which adds “extra weight, heat and because of the masks that we wear, adds a little of the panic factor in as well.”

“I personally like to set up a circuit style training that combines, cardio, strength training, endurance and really tests your ‘mind over matter’ mentality,” he says. “I like to do as many rounds of my circuit as possible before my air bottle runs out of air. That means going all out. As intense as my body can go until I literally run out of air. I not only am working to improve my physical fitness, but also improve my overall air consumption so that I am able to make that bottle last longer during crucial moments when a few extra minutes on the fire ground could make a difference.” He also combines a bodybuilding style workout routine along with HIIT.

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DiBitetto, who can be found on social media as TheFitFireman, advises that fellow first responders looking to get in shape first need to first recognize they “need to make a change.”

“If you're a first responder who might be out of shape, or just wants to get in better shape, you owe it to yourself, and your community to provide them with the best version of you that you can give,” he says. “We can take steps each day to get in better shape and help reduce our number of line-of-duty deaths. Don't become a statistic. Remember, train like you fight, fight like you train.”

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WORKING (OUT)

to Raise Awareness about Veteran Suicide

by Ellyn Santiago

Exercise can help veterans with depression he devastating and heartbreaking statistic was a tremendous wakeup call for many. Every day somewhere in America, 22 U.S . military veterans take their own lives. The Veterans Administration 2012 Suicide Data Report, which calculated the frightening rate of veteran suicide, was at once shocking and a call to action.

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One way to begin to address the crisis, in addition to outreach to make sure vets are receiving the mental health care they need given post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression are potential mediators, came in the form of research studies that showed that exercise can reduce depression, and hopefully, suicidal ideation.

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that examined the impact of exercise on suicide risk, namely by examining the relationship between PTSD, depression and sleep disturbances, found that exercise does reduce depression and benefit sleep, which in turn may help lower suicide risk.

Twenty-two veterans committing suicide every day is a harsh reality. But the Suicide and Life Threatening Behavior study provides hope as does Derek Weida, the amputee Army veteran who served three tours in Iraq, and is now known globally for his inspirational, motivational and often hilarious, fitness videos that document his journey.

There are myriad national and regional efforts to raise awareness about veteran suicide using the very thing that may, for some, help fight the PTSD and

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depression battle with a commitment to exercise and fitness.

Nationally, 22KILL is a movement bridging the gap between veterans and civilians to build a community of support by working to raise awareness to the veteran suicide epidemic and educate the public on mental health issues such as PTSD. Founded

by Honor Courage Commitment Inc., #22KILL is a platform to bring understanding and raise awareness about the struggles of transitioning out of the military: “The solution is veteran empowerment. One of the biggest challenges veterans face is finding a sense of purpose after service.�

The group encourages people to advocate for veterans and show support by participating in a push-up challenge.

images from: https://www.facebook.com/22Kill

and may decrease suicide risk Its goal is to get 22 million pushups performed to honor those who serve.

“Every pushup counts so don’t be shy to show your support for our veterans.

You can do as many or few pushups as you can or choose. Whether it’s 1 or 100 in a row, we will accept them however they come. They can be assisted (on your knees), incline (on a desk/wall), or if you physically are unable to do any, we’ll even take air pushups. They all count towards the goal as long as you follow the instructions below,” the website reads. Simply perform as many pushups as you can and post a video or photo with a hashtag indicating the number of pushups completed and post publically to social media like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter and /or to YouTube. The hashtag would appear this way: #(insert a number here)pushups #22KILL.

Locally, the Sgt. Eric Landon 5K is set for July 30 in Dunedin. Landon took his own life and the 5K is at once a way to honor his memory and support Stop Soldier Suicide. For more information or to register for the event, visit Active.com.

CrossFit Bradenton is holding a WOD to End Veteran Suicide set for Aug. 20. The CrossFit Bradenton WOD to End Veteran Suicide will include 22 exercises and 22 reps of each. At minute 22 into the WOD, everyone will stop and take a two-minute moment of silence for those who have died in the veteran suicide epidemic. Participants can register for free or grab the WOD Shirt and Active Heroes information and materials by visiting ActiveHeroes.org/wod or CrossFitBradenton.com.

Coming in October, an Irreverent Warriors ‘Silkies Hike’ is set for Sarasota.

The hike has participants hiking 22km, carrying 22 kg packs for the 22 veterans a day that commit suicide. The event began as a single hike in 2015 and within a few months it took off nationwide. Founded by Captain Danny Maher, USMC (Ret), and best friend, Sergeant Ryan Loya, USMC, the two had each lost a close friend to suicide.

In part, the mission of Irreverent Warriors is to help veterans heal the mental wounds of war through therapeutic events in order to reduce PTSD and help prevent veteran suicide.

Check back with Fit941.com for details on the Oct. 6 Irreverent Warriors hike.

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Maximizing the the Burn Burn Maximizing D

an Van Dine stepped on the scale, and at 299 pounds, he made a decision that would not only change his body, but his career path and indeed his life forever.

“I knew I had let myself go way too much,” he says, so he committed to losing weight and getting fit and he did it by enrolling in a group fitness boot camp.

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“I dropped about 60 pounds and went from 39% body fat to 24%." But the “amazing” thing for Van Dine was the “community and culture” he found working out with others in a group boot camp.

“The community that was built and seeing the transformation of other people, it was all amazing to me,” he says. His wife Victoria also joined the boot camp; both of them were sold.

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Already a successful businessman – he and his wife have owned a popular tanning salon chain in their native Michigan for decades—after his dramatic weight loss, Van Dine knew what was next.

“This idea was very interesting. You’re not just helping someone feel and look good, you’re changing their lives, actually changing lives. My wife felt the same so we started putting a plan together,” he says.

After years of running successful businesses, Van Dine knew, “We didn’t have the expertise for the fitness side, the actual training. We got into this industry the backwards way, I guess you could say. Everyone else has a fitness degree first. I know how to run a business. The answer is pretty simple: I’m a product of what I’m building; I understand it from the client’s point of view and I’m a workaholic so I can learn anything.”

He founded X 30 Fit Boot Camp, now open 5140 Clark Road in Sarasota and featuring “the best trainers,” Van Dine says.

And they found the best in Sarasota’s Whit Reutlinger, a certified personal trainer who specializes teaching TRX suspension training, spinning, aquatic exercise as a professional AEA Aqua Trainer and Hydrorider (aquatic bikes) instruction. Whit is also a former U.S. Professional Tennis Association pro and three-time graduate of the National Outdoor Leadership School. Whit will be X 30 Fit Boot Camp’s head trainer.

Another X 30 Fit Boot Camp trainer is Dalton Stenberg, certified Whit Reutlinger trainer and lifestyle coach who studied Health and Fitness management at Northern Michigan University. Stenberg is a lifelong athlete having played both high school and collegiate football among other sports.

While at NMU, Stenberg became manager of Marquette’s leading health and fitness club and has extensive personal training and physical therapy experience having worked with clients suffering from debilitating injuries. Van Dine says Stenberg was highly successful in “bringing people back into a fit and healthy lifestyle.”

Van Dine says the idea of a ‘group personal’ training boot camp is not an oxymoron. “X 30 Fit Boot Camp is a group where each is trained personally,” he says.

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X 30 Fit Boot Camp is based on the “Tranzformation method which has been extremely successful in achieving real results,” says Van Dine.

“We're here to help you achieve real, functional fitness and fat loss results,” he says. And results are guaranteed with a 100 percent money back guarantee.

“We promise that the X 30 Fit Boot Camp Training will get you the body with a tighter waist, toned arms, and leaner legs.”

Dalton Stenberg The program is 30 minutes long. That’s the key, Van Dine says. “You'll get high energy, fun, and challenging workouts designed to burn maximum fat and tone your entire body in only 30 minutes.”

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The

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by Norm Bower

f you are a javelin thrower or high jumper, you are on your own for training. If you are a football, softball or soccer player, you are definitely going to have to practice with others. If you are a runner, however, you can have it both ways. You can conquer that deserted road by yourself and clear your mind. Or you can join a running group and train with other like-minded enthusiasts and reap a lot of rewards.

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USA Track and Field lists 93 registered running clubs in Florida, plus another 90 “unofficial” teams statewide, and, of course there are hundreds of very informal groups organized through work places, churches, fitness centers and neighborhoods. You name it, people will run around it.

The president of the Bradenton Runners Club, Joe Tanner, say that simple motivation seems to be the best reason for being part of a running group. That group is 30 years old and has 200 members of all ages, according to Tanner. “If you really want consistent training,” he suggests, “you are much better off running with a group.”

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Why joining a running group may be your best motivation ever!

membership fee, committed to a workout schedule with friends, and have your running shoes in the car, the odds of running regularly are greatly enhanced.

Practical Reasons Any toddler can run, but there is a lot of technique to learn as an adult runner, so joining a running group can provide plenty of free, high-quality information from seasoned runners. The veterans will happily recommend favorite brands of shoes, clothes, nutrition supplements and sunscreen. And they can talk about blisters and BMs for hours. Newbies in the running world will also need to learn running etiquette, and a group will quickly embrace a runner who is “learning the ropes” when it comes to passing other runners, resting, hydrating, assisting folks on the track, and even spitting.

When runners compete at venues away from home, the group can share so many things including advice, travel expenses, and good will. Fellow runners may be relied upon for race-day conditioning tips, gas money and a pat on the back when they finish. If you sprain or strain, you’ll likely get lots of encouragement during your recovery.

The slogan “safety in numbers” certainly applies to runners. Which is easier for a driver to notice—10 runners or a solitary figure? And after dark, will you feel safer on a running path with a handful of friends or by yourself? Odds are you will be noticed, respected and accommodated more often when you are with a group.

Social Reasons As Tanner explains, “Running clubs do so much together all year round, they truly are extended family.” The Bradenton Running Club has organized runs five days a week, plus social gatherings including ‘happy hours,’ pizza parties, awards banquets and beach parties throughout the year. And the club holds a Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day to help provide food and clothing for families in need.

Other running groups in the 941 include the Manasota Track Club and Lakewood Ranch Track Club.

A running group will give you a mental boost on and off the track, as you meet new people with a common interest, share successes and disappointments, and find out where you fit in the running spectrum. Ready, Set, GO.

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Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. Fit2Run, The Runner's Superstore, 1400 Main St, Sarasota.

MONDAY Venice Group Run – 6am. Any age and any skill level is welcome here.

Centennial Park, 200 W Venice Ave, Venice. Near the gazebo and restrooms. Call AnneMarie, 941485-3245.

TUESDAY Beach Run – 6pm. Run from the south parking lot, to Turtle Beach.

Run a shorter distance if you choose.

Siesta Key Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota. Call Janet, 941-374-1002.

Endurance House Fun Run– 6-7:30pm. Endurance House hosts a 5k fun run. Endurance House, 5434 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Bradenton.

Call 941-727-4411.

WEDNESDAY Mr Beery's Hump Day 5K – 6pm.

All levels are welcome. A 3.1 mile run around the Gulf Gate area, that ends at a bar. Free. Mr. Beery's, 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota.

THURSDAY Early Group Run – 4:45-6:10am.

This run starts at the Summerfield Park in LWR. Summerfield Community Park Pavilion in LWR, 6310 LWR Blvd, LWR. GroupRun_Early@ LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

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Sarasota Group Run – 5:30am.

Start the morning with a 5 to 8 mile run, and maybe stop for breakfast.

We meet at Publix, in The Landings shopping plaza. For information call Linda at 941-374-2920.

Downtown Fun Run – 6pm. All levels of runners and walkers are welcome. All finishers receive water & popsicles. Free. Meet at Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota, 711 South Osprey Ave, #1, Sarasota. Call or go to 941894-3338. FleetFeetSarasota.com.

LuLuLemon Run Club – 6:307:15pm. Beginner to advanced runner's welcome for 5kish run around Benderson Park. Every Thursday evening. Free. 150 University Town Center Dr (Parking Lot 3). Contact Jessica Amaya, 941-256-3860.

FRIDAY Group Run – 6am. Any age and any skill level is welcome here. Centennial Park, 200 W Venice Ave, Venice. Near the gazebo and restrooms.

Information and questions, please call AnneMarie, 941-485-3245.

SATURDAY 3 Different Group Runs – 5:306am. Three different start points, and three different routes, all leaving about the same time. Meet at the "Clock" Building, 2900 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, Southside School on Osprey, or the parking lot of Marina Jack's. Call Sharon at 941-321-1218.

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PARTNER BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE This is a partner bodyweight exercise where one partner is doing an elevated feet push-up and the other is doing a squat.

WHAT ARE WE WORKING? The partner doing the squat, believe it or not, is working the entire body. When we work our largest muscles, we release testosterone which helps us build muscle throughout the body and shed fat. For every pound of muscle we build, our body will burn an extra 50 to 70 calories per day. The primary muscles being worked with the squat are the quadriceps, the glutes---and secondarily we work the abs, because when done properly, the core needs to be engaged throughout the entire move.

The partner doing the elevated feet pushups is primarily working their chest muscles (pectorals). If you think about the position of your arms when your feet are elevated, the angle is obtuse (greater than 90 degrees) therefore this type of push-up is similar to an incline bench press which will tend to work upper chest, and is typically a little bit harder than flat bench (regular push-up) or decline bench (on your back with your feet up).

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Flying High with Acroyoga

by Ellie Mae Johnson

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f you have kids, you’ve probably done it. Or maybe, you remember it yourself. Up on Mom or Dad’s feet, flying like a bird or an airplane …weeee!

tion of a practice that cultivates trust, playfulness, and community, according to CircuSoul Yoga.

As Sarasota’s CircuSoul Yoga’s class description reads, “Acroyoga is this for adults, plus so much more.”

Acroyoga may be the most playful and joyous workout you’ll have. So if you’re looking for something completely new, acroyoga might be for you.

Combining the yoga you know, the acrobatics you remember as a kid, and the healing arts, acroyoga achieves the perfect balance blending yoga enlightenment, acrobatic power, and benevolent healing arts. These three lineages form the founda-

“The only thing required in acroyoga is that you have fun,” says Brittany Wilcox, Sarasota-based aerial silks instructor. “I love acroyoga simply because it can be enjoyed by anyone, anywhere, at any time.”

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Massage therapist Joshua Mauro has been practicing Acroyoga for about a year. He describes it as a two-person activity that combines yoga poses and acrobatic movements.

“Typically there is a base and flyer, who remain connected at all times. The base lies on their back in a ‘L-shape’ and balances the flyer above them with their hands and feet. It's all about balance, stacking, stability and stretching,” Mauro says.

“Acroyoga is also an awesome isometric, partnered workout that develops a huge bond of trust between the base and flyer.”

Mauro also explains the “solar and lunar” side of acroyoga.

“The ‘solar’ side is more like playing with friends, making fun shapes for pictures, or creating a washing machine for videos; ‘washing machines’ are flows, or a series of movements, to link different poses, that are designed to return the flyer to the original pose in which the flow began,” he explains.

“The ‘lunar’ side is therapeutic and healing for both base and flyer. The base will balance and stretch the flyer through different poses. Many of the stretches are done through inversions and back bends, using traction and allowing gravity to decompress the spine and alleviate pressure off of the disks,” Mauro says. “These stretches are held in long poses, allowing the flyer to breathe into them, letting the body's tissue to stretch. The flyer can perform Thai massage and stretches on the base.”

And while an understanding of the ‘sides’ may be helpful, the idea is to have fun.

“Acroyoga also develops a community just like yoga. It creates an environment where I can reach out to other communities to learn and play with others,” Mauro says. “It really doesn't feel like a workout …until the next day."

Wilcox agrees.

“It's not only a lot of fun, it’s a great way to connect with a complete stranger, or strengthen any friendship,” says Wilcox.

“It’s mentally and physically challenging, so it keeps the mind and body constantly stimulated.”

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Every Sunday evening, weather permitting, CircuSoul’s ‘AcroYoga Sarasota’ meets from 5 p.m. until dusk “for some fun in the beautiful landscape of Sarasota Bay at Marina Jacks … where people can come and fly and unlock your human potential.” The acroyoga “jams” are open to all ages and levels, and are donation-based. There’s no registration required; just show up. Folks are advised that in the event of rain, to please meet at CircuSoul Yoga studios, located at 4141 S Tamiami Trail Suite #11.

“Acroyoga is a great way to build self confidence and trust in others,” Wilcox says. “We have strong ‘acro’ community in Sarasota that I am so happy to be a part of.”

Check out the AcroYoga Sarasota group Facebook page for more information.

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Your Cheat Day: ‘Cheat Sheet’

by Anna Panzarino

Everyone needs a cheat day. A day to eat like it’s 1999. Ok, well maybe not that dramatic, but fit folks need a respite; a day to indulge …but not too, too much. Fit941 asked a few local eateries about how they approach healthy eating and what dish from their menu they’d suggest for a cheat day dish.

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Who says you can’t eat healthy at a Sports Bar? Gecko’s Grill & Pub is living proof that the paradigm has changed, and for the better! At any of six locations, athletes can fuel up with healthful options while enjoying a little recovery, relaxation or even a cheat day at a Sports Bar perennially voted a local favorite. The Gecko’s mission is to provide exceptional hospitality, fresh local fare with a gourmet twist, and a menu that is accessible to everyone. Gecko’s has long been a partner with Honeyside Farms, a family-owned sustainable farm, which coordinates crop plantings to supply our restaurants with their delicious produce. Grower Tiffany Bailey and her father, Jack Bispham, both studied Agriculture at UF. Together they steward the land to provide high quality and delicious seasonal fruits & vegetables. Gecko’s also partners with family-owned Three Suns Ranch in Punta Gorda, which provides our restaurants with 100% grass fed Bison. Three Suns made the commitment to raise only natural, hormone-free, grass-fed meats for discriminating consumers.

Nutritionally, this Bison offers more protein, omega-3 & nutrients with fewer calories and less fat. Also, Dakin Dairy Farm in Parrish which supplies our dairy products at all six Gecko’s locations, and at our Better Burger concept, S’macks Burgers & Shakes. Before “Farm to Fork” was coined; Gecko’s was already setting a healthy table.

We’re thinking the Bison Meat Loaf. Yum!

Specializing in tomato soup and grilled cheese, Tom+Chee is known for its fresh ingredients and quirky takes on comfort food classics. From the vegetarian Hippy+Chee to the offbeat Grilled Cheese Donut, Tom+Chee offers more than 20 grilled cheese sandwiches, plus fresh salads, three versions of tomato soup, and an endless array of specials.

The entire menu is made fresh, with no fryers, freezers or microwaves, and offers a variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. This menu is fun, full of fresh ingredients, and offers flavor combinations you won’t find anywhere else. It’s comfort food for the kid at heart.

Originally started as a food tent in Cincinnati, Tom+Chee has enjoyed explosive growth since the founders pitched the business on ABC’s “Shark Tank.” Tom+Chee has also been featured on ABC’s The Chew, The Travel Channel’s Man vs. Food Nation and Amazing Eats. The Today Show named their grilled cheese donut one of the “Best Sandwiches in America.”

Tom+Chee suggest their signature Tom+Chee Grilled Cheese on white bread with cheddar, mozzarella, garlic seasoning and diced tomatoes. Or maybe the Hippy Chee, wheat bread, cheddar cheese, garlic hummus, diced tomatoes, cucumbers and mixed greens. The Swiss and ‘Shroom is made on pumpernickel rye with Swiss, grilled mushrooms and onions. Add a super healthy Green Goat salad made of mixed greens, toasted almonds, cranberries, goat cheese and a white balsamic dressing and you’re all set.

A cheat day dinner while enjoying a stunning Little Sarasota Bay sunset sound good?

Evie's Spanish Point Restaurant and Tiki Bar offers a full tropical menu packed with fresh, Florida seafood and produce. There are myriad delicious choices for a perfect cheat day dish.

Try Evie's Spanish Point Restaurant and Tiki Bar’s Shrimp Tacos. Created with Florida-fresh cabbage, shrimp, and tomatoes, covered with shredded cheese and a sour cream crema, which compliments the taco with perfect balance of lime and cilantro all nestled in a slightly warm flour tortilla.

Be forewarned: the serving size is huge; it comes with three overstuffed tacos and fresh made-to-order tortilla chips and homemade local salsa.

What better reward for a cheat day?

If you are at another Evie's location, looking for a reward for all your good meal decisions, try any Evie’s location’s pizza with any topping combo you can create or use one of ours; an awesome cheat.

Visit Evie’s Taverns at 4735 Bee Ridge Road, 5897 Whitfield Ave., and 1560 Main St. in Sarasota; in Bradenton, at 561 53rd Ave. W. and in Ellenton at 5955 Factory Shops Blvd., Office Bar SRQ at 1989 Ringling Blvd., and if your cheat day needs to feel like Mom’s home cooking, check out White Buffalo Saloon with its new ‘good ol' home-cooked’ menu options, at 5377 McIntosh Road in Sarasota.

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or anyone looking to build and retain muscle while slimming down, macronutrients like glutamine (also known as L-glutamine) and BCAAs (Branched Chain Amino Acids) are essential for the body to metabolize protein, gain energy, prevent muscle loss, maintain intestinal functioning and boost their immune system response.

It’s critical for anyone on a strict training regimen to consider supplementing with both glutamine and BCAAs to produce their desired results at an accelerated pace and get the maximum efficiency with their workouts. For those who are unfamiliar with these nutrients, here’s a brief breakdown of what they’re all about and how they work.

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First, take a look at glutamine, the most common amino acid in muscle tissue.

Glutamine is the most plentiful amino acid in your body’s bloodstream, and it has a number of powerful benefits. Although glutamine is created naturally within the body, it’s easily depleted, especially with intense workouts. Reduced glutamine decreases strength, stamina and quick recovery times. Studies have shown that supplementing glutamine, even at levels as low as 2 grams, can multiply muscle growth hormones by as much as 400 percent — nitrogen is transported to your muscles’ cells, protein is metabolized, and the body’s immune system stays strong. Without supplementation, glutamine levels can take up to six days to return to their normal levels following your workouts.

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Glutamine helps your body synthesize protein and maintain muscle strength and size during training. It aids in hydrating and preserving muscle volume, speeding up recovery times and healing from injuries. It also strengthens and energizes the immune system, which is very important for bodybuilders, whose immune systems can be weakened or overloaded by constant workouts, making them more vulnerable to illness.

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For the intestines, glutamine helps maintain structural integrity and prevents Leaky Gut Syndrome, a key cause of weight gain. Glutamine even helps cure intestinal ulcers, and studies have shown that supplementing at least 1.6 grams per day resulted in a 92 percent cure rate for ulcers over a four-week period.

At least 40 percent of your body’s nine daily required amino acids are BCAAs. BCAAs are primarily found in foods that are high in protein, such as salmon, beef, chicken, eggs and whey. Supplemented BCAAs are even more efficient than consumed BCAAs because they bypass the gut and the liver, going directly into the bloodstream. Higher levels of BCAAs mean a slower breakdown of muscle cells and a greater prevention of muscle loss.

The recommended levels for glutamine supplementation are two to three servings of 5 grams daily, for a total of 10 to 15 grams. Glutamine should be consumed in the morning, after workouts and before bedtime for maximum benefits.

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BCAAs consist of three essential varieties: valine, leucine and isoleucine.

BCAAs simplify the task of converting amino acids into energy during intense muscle exertion. BCAAs make up roughly 35 percent of your body’s muscle tissue. They’re essential because they’re unable to be formed from other amino acids — BCAAs need to come from either food, supplements or both.

As might be expected, BCAAs inhibit and delay muscle fatigue and breakdown. They trigger the process of protein

synthesis and improve glucose uptake. These processes help minimize muscle loss even when your body is not undergoing training; testosterone is increased and cortisol is reduced. When you’re working out, BCAAs reduce soreness during recovery time and improve metabolism, which produces energy. Greater consumption of BCAAs is identified with leaner body shapes and greater muscle mass.

BCAAs have even been studied as indicators of longevity.

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You've Got Nothing to Lose but Weight ealthy habits begin at home and with more time off due to summer breaks and vacation time, there is no better time to start taking steps to adopting healthy behaviors, including increasing physical activity.

To help families access information on leading a healthier lifestyle, including exercise and menu planning options (with incentives), Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota and United Healthcare have partnered together to offer Sarasota and Manatee County residents an affordable—and fun—way to jump start weight loss and explore a variety of fitness options.

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‘Ton of Fun’ is a community-based weight loss initiative started in 2015 by Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota owners, Molly and David Jackson (who also own the two New Balance stores in Sarasota and University Park), and United Healthcare to help local residents lose a ton of weight, 2,000 pounds, and keep Sarasota on the Florida Department of Health’s ‘Healthy Weight Community Champion’ list.

Now in its fifth session, ‘Ton of Fun’ provides a sound and engaging alternative to extreme weight loss and exercise programs that can be self-defeating and not sustainable in the long run. By providing access to a range of community partners, including nutritionists, physical therapists, trainers, yoga instructors and coaches, participants choose from a menu of weekly options to help them on their wellness journey.

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helping people achieve a healthier lifestyle: helping participants determine goals and motivations; establishing baseline measurements; rewarding participants for their progress; revisiting/adjusting goals weekly; and making sure goals stay realistic.

Overweight most of her life, retired Sarasota teacher Denise Fugere had tried lots of diets and while she had some short term successes, the weight always crept back. When she heard about Fleet Feet’s ‘Ton of Fun’ challenge, her interest was piqued.

“I lost a total of 30 pounds while I participated in Ton of Fun,” Fugere says. “As I lost weight my friends at work kept asking me what diet I was on and I told them I wasn't really on a diet I was just being more conscious of what I ate and exercising more.”

While participating in Ton of Fun, Fugere was exposed to a variety exercises such as yoga, walking, and kickboxing.

“I never would have had the experience with these things if I didn't join,” she says. “It was really quite a bargain considering all the things I gleaned from this outstanding program. I would most definitely recommend the program to anyone that is interested in living a healthier lifestyle and or losing weight. And the staff at Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota are very welcoming and encourage people at all levels. They make you feel like family and immediately and encourage you."

The ‘Ton of Fun’ Details Fleet Feet’s 8-week program is designed to help you reach your personal weight loss goals. You will receive ongoing support and resources along the way, including:  Weekly nutritional tips  Healthy recipe ideas Access to a Registered Dietitian Access to our local Health and Wellness Community Partners  Free workout opportunities just for you!  Discounted rates for other Fleet Feet training programs  Customized 5k training program and FREE 5k Fun Run/ Walk graduation event!  Free tech shirt to everyone that participates in the 5k program.  Private weigh-ins  UnitedHealthcare sponsored step contest. (pedometers provided to every participant)  Weekly motivational e-newsletters  Closed group Facebook page  Price incentives along the way  Coupon book full of deals and discounts for all the things you need to lead a healthy and fit life Summer session runs through Aug. 18 with enrollment open through July 11.

Fall session begins Sept. 19 and runs through until Dec. 2.

Cost: $50/first adult (21 and older); $30 for an accompanying teen (12 and older) or spouse or friend ($350-plus value per person).

For more information or to register, visit FleetFeetSarasota.com or email Whitney at manager@ FleetFeetSarasota. com.

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is Great Exercise for Kids

by Ellie Mae Johnson

Born from imagination and creative invention, BMX got its start when 1970s California kids began riding (and stunting) their bikes on dirt tracks and desert hills and terrain a la motocross performed by motorcycles. Bicycle motocross soon became wildly popular and a sports industry was born. Four decades after being invented by kids, in 2008 BMX became an Olympic sport. And whether cyclists are in it for fun or sport, BMX riding is a great way for kids to keep fit.

A BMX bike is small and light, perfect for the type of maneuvering required for bike motocross. And like any other bike, a variety of “minor and major” muscles are “activated” and engaged when riding, according to Livestrong.com. The glutes especially get a great workout as do the quadriceps and hip flexors, Livestrong says.

But it’s not just specific muscle groups targeted, riding provides a “full body workout,” says Health Fitness Revolution, increasing strength. “Pedaling uses various leg muscles, while lifting the handlebars to perform tricks can help build muscles in your arms,” Health Fitness Revolution says. BMX riding boosts cardio health, not unlike other forms of bicycling, by allowing the body to “use oxygen more efficiently.” It is established science that enhanced cardiovascular health has myriad health benefits. Even for kids.

And BMX riding can burn plenty of calories.

Regular BMX riding can generally improve a kid’s fitness, no question about it.

As an added bonus, BMX riding is at once thrilling and, since it’s sans rules, allows kids the freedom to express themselves in the sport.

Established in 1974, Sarasota BMX Supercorss, is the nation’s oldest continuously operating BMX track. Over the course of its more than four decades in operation, Sarasota BMX Supercross has hosted countless state, regional and national races and is considered the “cornerstone of Florida BMX racing” having 44 JULY | AUGUST 2016

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collaborated and partnered with the former National Bicycle League, the Sunshine State Association and USA BMX. And, the track hosted the Strider World Championships; Strider is for BMX riders ages 5 and under.

What may well be the most exciting event ever at Sarasota BMX is set for Oct. 8 and 9. The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) chose the Sarasota track for the 2016 UCI BMX Supercross World Cup finals. It is anticipated that more than 250 male and female athletes from 35 countries will compete at Sarasota BMX Supercross. The two-day championship will have a worldwide live TV audience.

For more information about BMX, visit SarasotaBMXSX.com

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Free 5K Fun Run, New Balance – 7am. Fun for the whole family!

Join us in a “whatever you want to make it," 5K marked run or walk, out and back loop course. Run over the South Bridge onto Siesta Key, to Crescent Beach Marina, and back.

Digital clock, restrooms, water, and raffle prizes. Allows participants to test skills by themselves, or with friends and family. Open to all ages and all ability walk/run levels.

Free. New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota. 941921-3696. NewBalanceSarasota. com. Click on Community, click Local Races & Events.

Marauders Stars & Stripes 5K – 8am. Inviting all runners, walkers, and their fans to come celebrate the Fourth of July with us. Participants are encouraged to dress in red, white, and blue. Receive a T-shirt and one ticket for the Independence Day game. All entrants are invited to the post-race party after the award ceremony. JogRunRace.com, or Marathons.AHotu.com.

CPR/AED Pro Training – 8amnoon. Ages 13 and older. Everyone could and should attend this class!

Learn to administer CPR, use an AED, and administer oxygen by guidelines of the American Health & Safety Institute. Taught by Ken Diffenderfer or Ciera Lipps. $45/ member, $65/non-member, includes online book and certification. YMCA Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Branch, 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. Questions or concerns, call Lauran DeLagrange, 941-955-8194 x122.

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Kai Awareness Through Movement Workshop – 1-4pm.

What is the tool used to bring healing to the body? Awareness. One can redirect a network of communication between body and mind; yes, all through awareness. Become empowered with all the choices regarding one’s own body. With Kai, experience into the body that integrates the mind, emotions, and your spirit. Wild Ginger Apothecary, Studio & Lounge, 6553 Superior Ave, Sarasota. 941-312-5630.

WildGingerApothecary@Gmail.com.

Tickets available at EventBrite.com.

Staycation Family Fun – 1:30-3:30pm. Bring your family to enjoy swimming, working out, and maybe play some sporting games. Refreshments are also available. Make it a summer to remember. Free to the community, or join at Family Fun Sunday, and pay $0 joining fee! YMCA Bradenton Branch, 3805 59th St West, Bradenton. 941-798-9622.

Also held at LWR Branch, and Parrish. More information available at ManateeYMCA.org.

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10th Annual Firecracker 5K – 7:30-10am. Start your Fourth off with a bang! You are invited by the Parks and Recreation Division to participate in this 3.1-mile race. This is a flat, fast course, and it is well marked. There will also be a water station along the designated route. $20-$25. 6207 West Price Blvd, North Port. More information and registration available at RunSignUp. com.

Myakka River Kayak Festival – 8am-4pm. A great way to celebrate the Fourth, and still make it to the beach for the fireworks. Enjoy live music throughout the day, hearing from two different, and unique bands. Relax in an old Florida setting, listening to country/ bluegrass music, while savoring the delicious foods. Canoe and kayak rentals are available, or bring your own. This event benefits Friends of Sarasota County Parks. Free/food available for purchase. Snook Haven Restaurant, 5000 E Venice Ave, Venice.

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Summer Beach Runs 2016 – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. Every week will be a different type race, with a different theme.

1-mile kids run begins at 6:30pm, and the adult runs start at 7pm. Free.

Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota. More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Youth Sports Camp – 9am Tuesday, 4pm Friday.

For children ages 6 to 12. This is an all-day sports camp. Designed to teach the fundamentals of soccer, basketball, flag football, baseball, just to name a few of the activities. Space is limited, only 25 participants. $130/per week. Frank G Berlin, Sr. Branch, 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. 941-955-8194.

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BRC Monthly Board Meeting – 6:30-7:30pm. This is the time to come out and meet the members of the board. Ask any questions you might have about the group and its organization. Any and all input is welcome. You are also invited to stay after the meeting for some crafted beers and food, supplied by a local food truck. Darwin Brewing Company, 803 17th Ave West, Bradenton. BradentonRunnersClub. com.

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Guided Jin Shin Jyutsu – 6-7:15pm. Be renewed as you are guided through hands-on energy balancing exercises, you apply to your own body. Register early. $18/ class, $60/5 classes, prepay cash or check. Suncoast Jin Shin Jyutsu, Rosemary Court Yoga, 810 Central Ave, Sarasota. Michelle Giambra, Certified Practitioner, 941-2282972. Michelle@SuncoastJSJ.com.

SuncoastJSJ.com.

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Invasion Sevens Rugby Tournament – 10am-7pm. This is the area’s best men’s, women’s, and high school rugby events that Florida can offer. Register your team to enter! $225/men, $175/women, $140/under 19. Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch, 5895 Post Blvd, Bradenton. 941-7571582. Info@PremierSportsCampus.

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CanAmMex Rowing Regatta – 8am. Join us for this week long event, ending on Sunday, the 17th at 5pm. This is where three countries come together to compete in one of the grandest of races.

Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota.

For more information, call 941-3587275.

Make your Herbal First Aid Kit Workshop – 6-7pm. Join Karol Schuyler of Palma Sola Therapies for an informative workshop to learn what items should be in your herbal first aid kit. Discover what natural items work to treat contact rash, bug bites, bleeding, bruising, and so much more of life's little unfortunate accidents. Space is limited, please RSVP. Free. Body R&R, 4702 Cortez Rd, Bradenton. Tickets available at App.AcuityScheduling.com.

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Summer Beach Run/2 Mile Pace & Race – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. Every week will be a different type race, with a different theme. 1-mile kid’s run begins at 6:30pm, and the adult run starts at 7pm. Free. Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota.

More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Manatee County Swimming Competition – 6:45-8pm.

There will be two swimming competitions this month. Event to be held at G.T. Bray ParkPool, 5508 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton. 941-743-5932. Visit the

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Englewood YMCA Triathlon – 6:50am. That’s when announcements will be made on the beach. First wave starts at 7am. A great race to run! Swim 400-meters off the scenic Englewood Beach.

Ride north on Englewood Beach Road to the end and back, for a 13-mile ride. To keep you slightly cooler, you’ll ride under the canopy of trees. Then run the 5k south to Stump Pass Park and back. A beautiful course. Awards, T-shirts, music, and food. Pictures will be taken throughout the race by Bill Saveage, a member of the YMCA. $70-$160. Englewood. Register at Active.com or LocalRaces.com.

Manatee County Swimming Competition – 10-11:30am.

There will be two swimming competitions this month. G.T. Bray Park-Pool, 5508 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton. 941-743-5932. Visit the website for all other information, SpecialOlympicsFlorida.org.

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In the Heat of the Night, Boxing – 6pm. Come out for an evening of excitement. See boxers from all over the state of Florida. Let your friends know that this is where they can see all the new, up and coming Olympic and professional fighters. Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. For ringside or VIP tickets please call, 941-5871671 or 941-536-3598. On.Spingo. com.

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Summer Beach Run/ Adventure Run – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. Each week every race will have a different theme, and each race will be different. 1-mile kids run begins at 6:30pm, and adult runs start at 7pm. Free. Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota.

More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Bacon Run – 7am. You decide what race is best for your skill level. Walk or run. Either a 4-mile or a 2-mile run, it will all be run at the Bobby Jones Gold Course. $20-$28/and up. Bobby Jones Golf Course, 1000 Circus Blvd, Sarasota.

More information and registration available at RunSignUp.com.

Top Gun Triathlon – 7am. This great event is the largest sprint triathlon in the Tampa Bay area.

Entry fees include a custom shirt,

entry to the pre and post-race celebration. Join us for swimming a .25 mile, biking 10 miles, running 3.1 miles. Let’s see what you’re made of. Fort DeSoto Park, North Beach, Fort DeSoto.

TopGunTri2016.RaceHawk.com.

Zoomers Kids Bowling Awards Party – 3pm. Don’t miss out on this, kids. Zoomers is supplying the pizza and soda. You kids worked hard all year, and you deserve to have some fun time! There will be a bowling competition with teams of 5 on each lane. The winners get prizes.

Everyone welcome to bowl, but Zoomers Race Series kids are free.

Other children and adults pay $10, with 5 to a lane also. Treasure Lanes, 1059 Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte.

ZoomersMembership@Gmail. com. Information and registration at LocalRaces.com.

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Introduction to Sacred Tantric Dance for Women – 10am-5pm. For women of all ages, and no dance experience is necessary. This is about opening to our higher selves, and allowing ourselves to be danced by the divine.

Powerful yet gentle, as we become danced by our true spirit and grace. $100/if paid by July 17th, $122/ regular price. Radiant Soul Yoga and Wellness, 3512 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota. Contact Patty with questions at, 941-380-1206.

RadiantSoulYogaWellness@Gmail. com.

Staycation Family Fun – 1:303:30pm. Bring your family to enjoy swimming, working out, and maybe play some sporting games. Refreshments also. Make it a summer to remember. Free to the community, or join at Family Fun Sunday, and pay $0 joining fee!

YMCA Bradenton Branch, 3805 59th St West, Bradenton. 941-7989622. Also held at LWR Branch, and Parrish. More information available at ManateeYMCA.org.

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Coach Rae Ann’s Wicked Awesome Summer Running Camp – 8-10:30am. Come to camp every morning for a week, and improve your whole self. Work on speed, agility, strength, endurance, form, and so much more. Most important, your confidence. Open to anyone 11 years old and up, male or female, and all skill levels. $100/ week. Meet at the amphitheater at G.T. Bray Park, 2900 51st St W, Bradenton. Register at RunSignUp. com, or LocalRaces.com.

Summer Beach Runs/Duathlon – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality

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time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. This event consists of a 1 3/4 mile run, and 1/4-mile swim. Free.

Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota. More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Sarasota Storm Club Meeting – 6:30-7:30pm. We hold our club meeting every month, on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Serendipity Racquet Club, 3600 Torrey Pines Blvd, Sarasota.

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The Sgt. Eric Landon 5K – This is a fun run to honor Sgt. Eric Landon and other veterans who unfortunately have taken their own lives. All proceeds go to Stop Soldier Suicide. Post-race fun will consist of live music, a raffle, food, and fun activities for kids. Children will enjoy face painting, balloon animals, and best of all, a bounce house! Come join us for a day of fun. $25-$35. Pioneer Park, 420 Main St, Dunedin. Register at Active.com.

NSL Tampa Seminar – Noon-3pm.

This seminar covers the divisions rules and schedule of the NSpire Sports League Body Sculpting Federation. Learn posing and presentation. Meet other athletes, and learn the network. Tampa Sports Academy, 4539 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa. Tickets available at nspiresl. com.

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Dirty Triathlon – 8:30-11am.

Off road event. $40. Oscar Scherer State Park, 1843 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey. Register at RunSignUp. com.

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Summer Beach Runs/Chick Chaser 5K – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. Every week will be a different type race. 1-mile kids run begins at 6:30pm, and the adult run starts at 7pm. Free. Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota.

More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Zoomers – 6:30pm. The board meeting for this organization meets first Wednesday of every month. Charlotte County Chamber, 2702 Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte.

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Adult Tap Dance, Advanced Tap – 12:451:45pm. Maybe not yet classified as a sport, but dancing is a great form of exercise, and a great way to stay in shape. Join us for this 5-week class, make new friends, and get in shape while having fun! $56.25/nonmembers, $37.50/members. YMCA, Evalyn Sadlier Jones Branch, 9301 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota. Questions, please call Erin Wilson, 941-9229622 x1311.

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Tri-Siesta Key Olympic Triathlon 2016 – For those entering their first triathlon, compete in Olympic, sprint, and duathlon.

This event is presented by Endurance House. Information and registration available at 954-213-6699. Info@ MuliRace.com.

Free 5K Fun Run, New Balance – 7am. Fun for the whole family! Join us in a “whatever you want to make it”, 5K marked run or walk, out and back loop course. Run over the South Bridge onto Siesta Key, to Crescent Beach Marina, and back. Digital clock, restrooms, water, and raffle prizes. Allows participants to test skills by themselves, or with friends and family. Open to all ages and all ability walk/run levels. Free. New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota. 941-921-3696.

NewBalanceSarasota.com. Click on Community, click Local Races & Events.

The Great Brainwash – 7am. Along the waterfront of downtown St. Pete, there are 16 water slides, all over 20 feet high! Make sure you wear clothes and shoes that can get wet.

What a deal! Registration includes 1 breakfast item, 1 lunch item, 2 beers and 1 drink with vodka. $35$40. North Vinoy Park, 500 Beach Dr, St Petersburg. Active.com, or go to BrainTumorOrAlliance.org/ Brainwash2016.

Run with the Indians 5K Family – 8am. This fun family event is a fundraiser to assist with the girls’ cross country team, to raise money for their uniforms. Please come out and participate in support of the girls. $12-$25. Venice High School, 1 Indian Ave, Venice. Register at Active.com.

Hotdog Summer 5K & 1 Mile – 4:30pm. If you absolutely love hotdogs at the ball park, this event is for you! This 5k run/walk is on a paved surface and perfect for any age runner. Minutes later, a 1-mile walk/run will begin, if you prefer a shorter distance. All entrants receive a hotdog, tee-shirt, and can stay for the game. Afterwards, enjoy the

fireworks. $35-$50. Brighthouse Field, 601 Old Coachman Rd, Clearwater. Register at Active.com.

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Summer Beach Runs/Beauty & the Beast – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavilion before their first run. Free. Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota.

More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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and women’s divisions. $99/entry fee. No race style boards please.

Turtle Beach, 8918 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota. TheChampFoundation. org.

Splash Bash – 5-8pm. Hey kids, let’s wind down the summer. Join us for some great fun while playing in the water park! Also enjoy the face painting, entertainment, and food will also be available for purchase. Free/open to the public, no joiners fee! YMCA, Evalyn Sadlier Jones Branch, 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota.

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Pirate Treasure Trot 5K – 7:30am. Help support the boys and girls Cross Country teams of Port Charlotte High School. This 5k is flat, winding, multi-surfaced, but paved at start and finish. The 1-mile fun run is on the track and fields of the school’s campus. $5$15. Port Charlotte High School, 18200 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte.

Registration available at LocalRaces. com.

Back to School – 5-8pm.

Parents, don’t allow your kids to miss out on this! School is back in session, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops. The kids will have a blast in the bounce house, enjoy the entertainment, partake in games and crafts, participate in an obstacle course, and educational activities!

Free/open to the public, and no joiner’s fee. Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Branch YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota.

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Candy’s Circus Run – 8am5pm. More information to follow. Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 941-358-7275.

NathanBendersonPark.org.

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Dirty Triathlon – 8:30-11am.

Off road event. $40. Oscar Scherer State Park, 1843 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey. Register at RunSignUp. com.

WoD to End Veteran Suicide – 9:30-11am. Anyone can participate in support to end veteran suicide. WoD, workout of the day. Do 22 exercises and 22 reps of each. At minute 22 of the WoD, we’ll stop for 2 minutes of silence for those who have died in this veteran suicide epidemic.

Registration is free. CrossFit Bradenton, 3210 59th Dr E, Unit 103, Bradenton. Tickets are available at FundRaise.ActiveHeroes.org.

available at Active.com.

Mud Titan: The 12 Labors of Hercules – 2-8pm. An endurance event that will challenge you to use your mind, body, and spirit. There will be 12 labors for you to conquer, to be awarded the Mud Titan. You must complete all 12 labors to achieve a medal. Event is hosted by the Mud Titan Run. 1500 Prevatt Rd, Plant City. Tickets available at EventBrite.com

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Sea Dog Brewery 5K & 1 Mile Dog Walk – 7am. If you love to walk or run, then you’re barking up the right tree! Bring your four legged best friend for this 1-mile dog walk, you’ll both have some fun.

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Sarasota Storm Club Meeting – 6:30-7:30pm. We hold our club meeting every month, on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Serendipity Racquet Club, 3600 Torrey Pines Blvd, Sarasota.

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Sarasota Stand Up Paddleboard – 7:30am-4pm. The largest aquatic facility is right here in your back yard. Guaranteed flat water. Parking is meters from the water’s edge. Enjoy the vendor’s tents, music, board demos, and lunch. All the activity will be located within Olympic village setting. Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. 941-358-7275. More at NathanBendersonPark.org.

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Girls Gone Rx Bradenton – 9am.

2nd annual competition. Join us in competing for a cure. This all women event encourages fitness and fun, while raising much needed awareness of breast cancer. There are 4 team events, each team has 3 ladies. Lots of fun, and lots of fun prizes. Where your pink garments and be creative with your team’s name! CrossFit Bradenton, 3210 59th Dr E, Unit 103, Bradenton.

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Life’s a Beach Triathlon Sarasota – 8am. This is going to be one of the best events ever, we’re going wild and crazy! Starting with our almost anything goesswim, a 5-mile chilled and relaxed bike ride, and a 2-mile beach run with zany, crazy obstacles! The beach bash, postrace party will be a blast with the 5th anniversary turtle/bottle opener medal!

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941-400-2710.

Sunday Team Tony Walk and Talk – 8-9:30am. Join cancer survivors, fighters, caregivers, friends, and family for a walk over the Ringling Bridge. Connect with your cancer community. All are welcome. RSVP. Free. Kissing Statue, Sarasota Bayfront Park. For more information, contact Michelle Musset, 941-3209559. Info@TeamTony.org.

Bikram Yoga Sarasota – 9am.

Classes are held every day of the week at this time. Classes are 90 minutes. Wear Light, athletic clothing, and be ready to sweat.

Class is done barefoot. First timers to the studio, please arrive 15 minutes early. No late arrivals, and no leaving early please. Doors are locked at the start of class. Bikram Yoga Sarasota, 1501 2nd St, Sarasota. 941-3302632. BikramYogaSarasota.com.

Workout Experience Boxing – 10-11am. You decide how easy or hard you want to hit. With the full body movement, you’ll be burning those unwanted calories. You will be boxing with a heavy bag, so get ready for a workout that will get you on the road to fitness. Title Boxing, 8440 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, Sarasota. 941-358-8252.

Gyrotonic Tower Level 2 – 9-10am.

Work your entire body through 7 elements of the spine. It gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic and undulating exercises.

Postures are connected through breath, making the exercise appear effortless. Those who exercise with this method tend to be more relaxed in daily living and move with increased flexibility and ease. The Pilates Body, 1071 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota. 941-9555533. PilatesSRQ.com.

Silky Sundays – 4pm. In Sarasota at Marina Jack’s Island Bay Park, you can find people hanging from trees, balancing on slacklines, flipping in the air and enjoying life! We aspire to inspire anyone interested in acrobatics and the art of movement! Marina Jack’s Island Bay Park, 2 Marine Plaza, Sarasota. For more information, go to SarasotaWarrior.com.

Monday Siesta Sunrise Swim – 7-8am.

Come alone or bring your friends and family. Gather around the yellow lifeguard stand to meet. Then get out there and start your 1 mile, or 1 mile plus swim. For safety purposes, it is suggested to wear a bright colored swim cap. Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key. 941-861-5000.

Bikram Yoga Sarasota – 4pm.

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Pilates Beginner Reformer Classes – 5:30pm. With Karen, classically trained in Pilates. A great introduction to Stott Pilates, for those new to Pilates and using a reformer.

Form a healthy foundation to build from. Learn proper body mechanics, and to create muscular connections, needed to balance and tone the body, and move towards more advanced exercises. $40/single class, $175/5, first time clients 2/free classes.

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Mexican Madness with Javier – 5:30pm. A high intensity cardio boxing, MMA class taught by Javier Torres, UFC fighter. def:FIT, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271.

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Pilates Intermediate Reformer Classes – 5:45pm. Pilates is a form of exercise developed by Joseph Pilates. It emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient, graceful movement. Class is limited to 6 clients. If you are new to Pilates, you must complete 3 private sessions before entering a group class. $27/class. Pilates Plus, 7454 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941400-7422. PilatesPlus@Comcast.net.

Body Pump – 5:45pm. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ Gmail.com.

Body Roll & Recover Foam Rolling Class – 6pm. Ultimate recovery workout that will help prevent injury, increase flexibility, and reduce muscle soreness. Each class includes body awareness exercises, yoga stretching, selfmassage, myofascial release, and both foam and ball rolling. By donation only. Body RandR, 4702 Cortez Rd West, Bradenton. For more information, call 941-6778399. Ronnie@BodyRandR.com.

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This involves spiraling, flowing movements that will unwind you after a long day. The best of both worlds rolled into one class. $40/ single class, $175/5, first time clients, 2/free classes. Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Suite D, Sarasota. Call Cinde Carroll at Integrative Fitness, 941-203-8156, cell 941-724-5193.

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Fit2Run – 6:30-7:30pm. The sign ups start at 6pm, and the run starts promptly at 6:30. This run is open to all levels. Free. The Runner’s Superstore, 1400 Main St, Sarasota.

Tuesday Group Run – 4:45-6:10am. This run has two starting points, for those who don’t want the extra miles. Start at Summerfield Community Park in LWR. If you sleep a little later, meet up with us at Braden River Nature Park, between University Parkway and SR70, on LWR Boulevard. Run is approximately 7-8 miles. If interested or would like more information, contact GroupRun_Early@ LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

Sarasota Ride – 8am. Pace 2023. 40 mile ride. Potter Park, 8587 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota. For more information, contact Doug F, 941921-6820.

Bikram Yoga Sarasota – 6pm.

Classes are held every day of the week at this time. Classes are 90 minutes. Wear Light, athletic clothing, and be ready to sweat.

Class is done barefoot. First timers to the studio, please arrive 15 minutes early. No late arrivals, and no leaving early please. Doors are locked at the start of class. Bikram Yoga Sarasota, 1501 2nd St, Sarasota. 941-3302632. BikramYogaSarasota.com.

High Intensity Resistance Training (H.I.R.T.) – 9:3010:30am. With Daemian Mains. All new class format! This class will focus on high intensity resistance training. Weights mixed with short intervals of high energy output.

A great platform to increase your power and endurance! def:FIT, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. For more information, please call 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Booty Barre – 6pm. Join Beth for an hour of strengthening and toning your hips, thighs, arms, abs and booty. This 55-minute class will shape and tone your entire body.

Class is limited to 6 participants. $12/class. Pilates Plus 7454 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-4007422. PilatesPlus@Comcast.net.

Zumba – 10am. Dance to great music, with great people, and burn a ton of calories without even realizing it. Free. Body R&R, 4702 Cortez Rd West, Bradenton. For more information, call 941-6778399. Ronnie@BodyRandR.com.

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Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore, 1400 Main St, Sarasota.

Pilates with a Twist – 6:30pm. With Karen, classically trained in Pilates.

Booty Barre – 11am. Join Beth for an hour of strengthening and toning your hips, thighs, arms, abs and booty. This 55-minute class will shape and tone your entire body.

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Brick Workout – 5:30-7:15pm.

Come on out for a nice ride up Longboat Key, then have a great 30 minutes of running. Meet at the kissing statue. This is open to all levels. Based on time, not mileage. A great workout, and just have some fun. This event is held by the Sarasota Storm Triathlon Club. Marina Plaza, Sarasota. For more information, please go to SarasotaStorm.org.

Extreme Circuit – 5:45-6:45pm.

With Sally Hritz. Build a lean, tight, toned body with use of the resistance tubing, stability balls, gliders, dumb bells, steps, ankle weights and more. You will never get the same workout twice. Leave your body and mind waiting in anticipation of the next move. A fun, fast, calorie scorching workout. All levels welcome. def:FIT, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. For more information, please call 941-961-3271.

DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Tap & Cork 5K Run – 6-7pm. Run the same course every week. We may be looking to add different routes this year. Tap & Cork, 101 W Venice Ave, #16, Venice. SarasotaStorm.org.

Gyrotonic Tower Level 1 – 6-7pm.

Work your entire body through 7 elements of the spine. It gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic and undulating exercises.

Postures are connected through breath, making the exercise appear effortless. Those who exercise with this method tend to be more relaxed in daily living and move with increased flexibility and ease.

The Pilates Body, 1071 S Tuttle Ave, Ste 2, Sarasota. 941-955-5533.

PilatesSRQ.com.

Endurance House – 6-7:30pm.

Endurance House hosts a 5k fun run. Endurance House, 5434 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Bradenton. For more information please call 941-727-4411.

EnduranceHouseSunCoast.com.

Summer Beach Runs 2016 – 6-8pm. This is a great way for the family to spend some quality time on our beautiful beach, and for every family member to participate in. All runners must sign a waiver at the pavillion before their first run. Every week will be a different type race.

1-mile kids run begins at 6:30pm, and adult runs starts at 7pm. Free.

Siesta Key Public Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota. More information is available at ManasotaTrackClub.org.

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Group Boxing – 6:15pm. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ Gmail.com.

Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr #110, Sarasota. 941-358-5100.

Weight Training – 6:30-8pm.

The weight room is available year round, and is held Monday through Friday. (Except during a rental) Free. Newtown Estates Park, 2800 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota. In the gymnasium. 941-316-1161.

Wednesday Siesta Sunrise Swim – 7-8am.

Come alone or bring your friends and family. Gather around the yellow lifeguard stand to meet. Then get out there and start your 1 mile, or 1 mile plus swim. For safety purposes, it is suggested to wear a bright colored swim cap. Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key. 941-861-5000.

Pilates Intermediate Reformer Classes – 8am. Pilates is a form of exercise developed by Joseph Pilates. It emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient, graceful movement.

Class is limited to 6 clients. If you are new to Pilates, you must complete 3 private sessions before entering a group class. $27/class.

Pilates Plus, 7454 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-7422.

Cardio Pump – 9am. This 60-minute workout will challenge all your major muscles groups.

With a bar bell and great music, we will work each muscle group for 5 minutes. You will see significant changes in your body. Class is limited to 6 clients. $12/class. Pilates Plus, 7454 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota.

941-400-7422. PilatesPlus@ Comcast.net.

Lakewood Ranch Bike Route – 9am. A variety of paces and miles.

Pace 10-12, 20 miles. All start at Publix Lakewood Ranch, 8330 Market St, Sarasota. Call Tom D 941-306-5452. Pace 12-14, 24 miles.

Call El P 941-201-6201. Pace 14-16, 28 miles, Call Cindy M 302-7571304. Pace 16-18, 31 miles. Call Paul P 941-388-8427 or Bill N 941378-5511. Pace 18-20, 34 miles. Call Mike H 941-378-4416.

Yoga with Rebekka – 9:3010:30am. Come lengthen and strengthen! The hour will include options for everyone, whether it’s to

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crank up the intensity and build heat in the body, or slow it down and find release, this class will include it all.

No experience necessary. Yoga can be for everyone. $10/drop in, 4/$32, 8/$56. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota. If you have any questions, please call 941-8943338. Info@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

TRX Power – 11:30am-12:30pm.

With Tom Johnson, Jr. 60 minute TRX Power Set Workout, will test your endurance, strength and core.

Using a combination of dumb bell exercises and TRX sets, you never stop moving until hitting the core workout, 30 minutes in. If you’re looking for a different workout, this is it! def:FIT, 1477 5th St, Sarasota.

For more information, please call 941-961-3271. DaemianMains@ Gmail.com.

Gyrotonic Tower Level 1 – 11:30am-12:30pm. Work your entire body through 7 elements of the spine. It gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic and undulating exercises. Postures are connected through breath, making the exercise appear effortless. Those who exercise with this method tend to be more relaxed in daily living and move with increased flexibility and ease. The Pilates Body, 1071 S Tuttle Ave, Ste 2, Sarasota. 941-955-5533.

PilatesSRQ.com.

Pilates Beginner Reformer Classes – 5:30pm. A great introduction to Stott Pilates, for those new to Pilates and using a reformer. Form a healthy foundation to build from. Learn proper body mechanics and to create muscular connections, needed to balance and tone the body, and move towards more advanced exercises. $40/single class, $175/5, first time clients, 2/free classes. Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Ste D, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-2038156, cell 941-724-5193. Cinde1@ Me.com. CindeCarroll.com.

Group Boxing – 5:45pm. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ Gmail.com.

Ryder Bikes Ride – 6:00pm. Come on out for a 20 and 28 mile ride, at a 14-16 and 17-19 mph pace. Meet at the Kissing Statue, by Marina Jack’s, Sarasota. For more information, please contact HammerBonnie@ Gmail.com.

Mr Beery’s Hump Day 5K – 6pm.

All levels are welcome. For a simple out and back run, come out and join our group of about 50 runners. A 3.1 mile run around the Gulf Gate area,

distance is 3.5 miles, approximately, depending on which route is chosen.

After the walk/run, join us for refreshments and music. Englewood Beach, 2100 North Beach Rd, Englewood. Across from Flounders.

Pilates Mat – 6-7pm. Exercises for the mind and body. Precise movements designed to stretch and strengthen muscles without adding bulk. Focus on core musculature to enhance and support spinal alignment and joint mobility. Results are almost immediate. People will notice the difference in your overall appearance. The Pilates Body, 3512 North Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota.

941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com. that ends at a bar. Free. Mr. Beery’s, 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota.

Bray Fitness Beach Yoga Series – 6-7pm. The last Wednesday of every month. Sunset beach yoga.

All levels welcome. Please bring a mat or a towel. Free. Manatee Beach Park, (Holmes Beach), 4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach. Meet by the picnic tables just south of the cafe. Jeff Lightburne or Mallory Carteaux, 941-742-5923.

MyManatee.org/parks.

Village Idiots Cycling Club Ride – 6-10:30pm. Daylight Savings Time is over! The return of the Wednesday Night Worlds followed by the traditional #EpicAfterParty! Brought to you by the paid members of the VICC and our awesome sponsors!

Food sponsored by Village Bikes LWR. Beer sponsored by Ryder Bikes. DJ, Rob Bryja.

Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. Fit@Run, The Runner’s Superstore, 1400 Main St, Sarasota.

Monthly Club Meeting – 6:307:30pm. Every fourth Wednesday of the month, the Sarasota Storm Triathlon Club holds their monthly meeting. Serendipity Racquet Club, 3600 Torrey Pines Blvd, Sarasota.

Thursday Early Group Run – 4:45-6:10am.

This run starts at the Summerfield Park in LWR. Late sleepers, or those who don’t want the extra miles, can meet up with the group at the Braden River Nature Park.

This run is approximately 7-8 miles. Summerfield Community Park Pavilion in LWR, 6310 LWR Blvd, LWR. GroupRun_Early@ LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

Sarasota Route Rides – 8am. Two different paces, and two different lengths. For a pace of 12-24, this

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route is 27 miles. Start at Potter Park, 8587 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota.

Contact is Marsha W 740-352-5021.

Pick up the pace to 20-23. This route is 40 miles long. Start at Potter Park, 8587 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota.

Contact is Doug F 941-921-6820.

Emerson Point Ride – 9am. A variety of paces and miles. Pace 1416, and 27 miles. Start at Popi’s III, 10508 Hwy 41 N, Palmetto. Contact Jim W, 813-774-9940. Pace 16-18, ride is 34 miles. Contact, Patty R, 757-615-1104 or Dave C, 941-7762769. Pace 18-20, ride is 34 miles.

Contact John F, 214-417-7107.

OWS at Siesta Key – 9-10am. An OWS is for any level of swimmer, and swim whatever distance you choose. Siesta Key Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key. Meet at the yellow lifeguard stand. SarasotaStorm.org.

Cycle X – 5:45-6:45pm. With Steve Luscko. A non-stop heart pumping calorie scorcher! This low impact high intensity cycling class, combines cycling with upper body & core exercises, done with and without weights. Great music and motivating instructors will keep you pumping harder, and sweating more than ever. def:FIT, Corner of 5th and Lemon, Downtown Sarasota. For more information, please call 941-961-3271.

DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Fun Runs – 6pm. All levels of runners and walkers are welcome.

Neighborhood routes vary. All finishers receive water & popsicles.

Free. Meet at Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota, 711 South Osprey Ave, #1, Sarasota. (Across from P.F. Chang).

For more information, call or go to 941-894-3338. FleetFeetSarasota. com.

Group Run or Walk – 6pm. Join us, all paces are welcome. Three routes are available, on paved surfaces. The

Insanity – 6-7pm. With Coach Donna. Join Fleet Feet’s newest cross training offering, Insanity. A revolutionary new workout. $15/ drop in $72/6 weeks, $120/12 weeks.

Fleet Feet Sports, 711 S Osprey Ave, #1, Sarasota. 941-894-3338.

FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Sunset Beach Ride – 6:30pm.

Don’t miss the scenic sunsets in Sarasota. Enjoy an easy paced ride to Crescent Beach, and take in the sunset while doing so. Start and end at Mr Beery’s. Route is led by a team member. Must be 21 or older.

Helmets and lights suggested. No drinking while riding. Every week, weather permitting. Mr Beery’s, 2645 Marr Dr, Sarasota.

Pilates with a Twist – 6:30pm.

With Karen, classically trained in Pilates. A two-part workout beginning with toning exercises on the Pilates reformer, and then moving into a gentle introduction of Gyrokinesis. This involves spiraling, flowing movements that will unwind you after a long day.

The best of both worlds rolled into one class. $40/single class, $175/5, first time clients, 2/free classes.

Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Suite D, Sarasota. Call Cinde Carroll at Integrative Fitness, 941-2038156, cell 941-724-5193. Cinde1@ Me.com. Visit our website at CindeCarroll.com.

Fun Run – 6:30pm. All levels welcome. It’s a good way to meet other runners in the area and exchange information about any topic on running, things to do in our beautiful community, and just plain making friends. After 10 completed runs, you can get a free Fit2Run Tech shirt. We are open to suggestions for weekly route choices. This run is followed by smoothies from the Fitness Bar. It’s free to participate. Fit2Run

University Center. For more information, please call Melissa, 941-893-1197. MelissaH@ Fit2Run.com.

Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr #110, Sarasota. 941-3585100.

LuLuLemon Run Club – 6:307:15pm. Beginner to advanced runner’s welcome for 5k-ish run around Benderson Park. Come train with other runners every Thursday evening. Free. Nathan Benderson Park, 150 University Town Center Dr (Parking Lot 3). For more information, contact Jessica Amaya, 941-256-3860.

Friday Fashion Friday – Check it out on our Facebook page. Colors, prints, and more. Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, #110, Sarasota.

941-358-5100. Fit2Run. Siesta Sunrise Swim – 7-8am.

Come alone or bring your friends and family. Gather around the yellow lifeguard stand to meet. Then get out there and start your 1 mile, or 1 mile plus swim. For safety purposes, it is suggested to wear a bright colored swim cap. Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key. 941-861-5000.

Palmer Ranch Route Ride – 8am.

Pace is 17-19, the ride is 23 miles.

Location is Honore. From I-75, exit 205, go west on Clark Rd, 9/10 of mile. Turn left on Honore, 3.2 miles, parking on left. For more information, contact Doug F, 941921-6820.

Ryder Bikes Ride – 8:30am. Enjoy a 25 mile ride at a 17-19 mph pace, or a 25 mile ride at a 15-17 mph pace.

Also, a 23 mile ride at a 12-14 mph pace. Meet at Albertson’s, NE corner of Lockwood Ridge and University

Parkway, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-388-8427.

Ride the Palm Aire Route – 9am.

The pace is 14-16, the ride is 28 miles. Location is at Honey Tree, 8315 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota.

(NE corner of Lockwood Ridge and University Pkwy) For more information call Colin H 941-3556159. Pace 16-18, 28 mile ride. Call Paul P, 941-388-8427, or Bill N, 941-378-5511. Pace 18-20, and a 34 mile ride. Call Bud G 941-232-5678 or David L, 412-610-0815.

Tabata Protocol – Noon-12:45pm.

Tabata training produces a maximal calorie burn followed by an increased metabolism that burns calories hours after the session. It involves eight continuous bouts of 20 second work periods, followed by 10 seconds of rest periods for a single exercise.

Studio South Fitness, 55 S Palm Ave, Sarasota. 941-365-4584.

Saturday Saturday Group Run – 6-8:30am.

This run winds through Summerfield, River-walk, and country club neighborhoods. At its longest point, the route is between 10 and 14 miles.

There are water stations on this course, and water and Gatorade at the end. Occasionally we have fruit, cookies, and/or bagels. Summerfield Community Park Pavilion in LWR, 6310 LWR Blvd, LWR. LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

OutRival Racing Group Bike Ride – 7-10am. This event is open to all the public. There are many route options and varying groups of speed are available. It all depends on who attends, and the training skills they have. Celery Fields, 6799 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota.

For more information, please go to SarasotaStorm.org.

CPR/AED Pro Training – 8amnoon. Class held the first Saturday

of every month. Ages 13 and older.

Everyone could and should attend this class! Learn to administer CPR, use an AED, and administer oxygen by guidelines of the American Health & Safety Institute. Taught by Ken Diffenderfer or Ciera Lipps. $45/ member, $65/non-member, includes online book and certification. YMCA Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Branch, 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. Questions?

Call Lauran DeLagrange, 941-9558194 x122.

Cardio Pump – 9am. This 60-minute workout will challenge all your major muscle groups.

With a bar bell and great music, we will work each muscle group for 5 minutes. You will see significant changes in your body. Class is limited to 6 clients. $12/class. Pilates Plus, 7454 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota.

941-400-7422. PilatesPlus@ Comcast.net.

Yoga Body Sculpt – 9-10am.

With Val S. Helping to build inner strength in this Vinyasa flow class.

It focuses on flattening your belly and sculpting your buns. It also helps toning and sculpting your thighs. A great way to strengthen your core.

Crunch Gym, 3762 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota. 941-923-4653.

Yoga R&R – 9:30am. Restorative Yoga Class is perfect for the beginner, injured and advanced student. Body RandR, 4702 Cortez Rd West, Bradenton. For more information, call 941-6778399. Ronnie@BodyRandR.com.

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Punch and Kick – 9:30am. With Meghan and Reggie. Cardio kickboxing extreme! Heavy bag work, weights, gliders, trx, etc. def:FIT, 1477 5th St, Sarasota.

941-961-3271. DaemianMains@ Gmail.com.

are always welcome. CrossFit Bradenton, 3220 59th Dr E, #104, Bradenton. 941-405-0023. Info@ CrossFitBradenton.com.

Free Community WOD – 10-11am.

A free workout for all levels of fitness. See how our expert coaches and supportive community can help you get in the best shape of your life! Get a jump-start on your New Year’s Resolution. This is a completely free workout, with no commitment. If you decide to sign up for a membership after the workout, you’ll get 50% off your first month!

CrossFit Manatee, 5757 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton.

Gyrotonic Tower Level 2 – 1011am. Work your entire body through 7 elements of the spine. It gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic and undulating exercises. Postures are connected through breath, making the exercise appear effortless. Those who exercise with this method tend to be more relaxed in daily living and move with increased flexibility and ease.

The Pilates Body, 1071 S Tuttle Ave, Ste 2, Sarasota. 941-955-5533.

PilatesSRQ.com.

Kids Tae Kwon Do – 3-4pm. For childeren 8-10 years of age. Class is on a first come first serve basis.

Please be on time. If you are new to class, please inform your instructor.

Around the Clock Fitness, 935 N Beneve Rd, Sarasota. 941-320-7574.

Self-defense Class – 3:45-4:30pm.

Each class is 45 minutes and runs throughout the day, until 8:15pm.

Classes provide basic to advanced martial arts and self- defense.

Instructions are for children and adults. Clark’s Self Defense, 4952 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 941-3776453. D.M.C@Comcast.Net.

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