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CONTENTS

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ARTICLES 26

26 REJUVENATE YOUR LIFE

by Gerald Grubbs, MD

30 SWING YOURSELF TO FIT

by Aaron Weedo

32 PAINLESSLY RE-SCULPTING

YOUR BODY

by Jaqlyn Tinaro

42 CLIMB YOUR WAY TO THE TOP

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46 THE BATTLE BETWEEN

JUICE & SMOOTHIES

by Jaqlyn Tinaro

50 THE GAME OF PHYSICAL CHESS

by Sara Blackwell

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by Elaisa Ligero

54 LENDING A HELPING HAND

TO FITNESS

by Jason Cross, DC 58 LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS

FOR KIDS

by Kyle O'Connor

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publisher's note ummer is coming to an end, and that time of year that we love and dread is quickly approaching—the return of the snowbirds. With their presence, they bring traffic, but they also bring their loyal business. It was about 1 year ago today that we just started to work on our very first issue of Fit941. We were confident right from the beginning that we had a hit on our hands because this community has such a strong interest in what we do and what we stand for. The year round community, as well as our part-time residents, have been an enormous support to the magazine and all other aspects of our media and events. From the entire team, thank you. We have grown stronger with each issue, and there are no signs of slowing down this fitness freight train.

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Our feature story is about the enormous yoga community in Sarasota and Manatee counties. I have encountered more than 40 yoga studios in the community. This is clearly a strong powerful group with a great deal of influence in the area. Since the yoga community is so vast, we decided to do something new by holding an cover casting call photo shoot at The Polo Grill. It was such a great time that we have decided whenever possible this will be our method of finding our future cover shots. We had over 20 yogis come out; sample a glass of wine; taste some healthy appetizers; strike a few posese and get to know us a little—all in all, a lot of fun.

We found it extremely difficult to pick just one person for the cover because each person that came in had something special about them worthy of being chosen. In the end, the panel went with a young woman who showed up just as we were about to pack up and go home. Victoria Chadsey is an extreme sports enthusiast. If she isn’t doing flips on the bay wake-boarding, hunting in camo, sky-diving, rock climbing and zip-lining, she’s teaching yoga at the Ritz Carlton here in Sarasota, where she is the fitness/activities director.

Victoria is a great example of what Fit941 is all about. We are happy to have her as our latest cover model.

In the 2 months leading up to the close of creating this next issue, we met so many great people, and expanded our activities compilation which we send out weekly in Fit941’s eFit newsletter. If you want to know what is going on in the fitness and nutrition world locally, you must sign up for our free eNewsletter by going to our website Fit941.com, and register to receive this weekly electronic tome—full of all the races, events, coupons and specials from our partners— just what you need to feel comfortable that you won’t miss a beat.

Well, we haven’t even had a full year under our belt, and we’ve already surpassed our personal goals for growth. Again, to all of you, partners, readers, full timers and snowbirds, thanks! Our mission from the very start was to be the resource for all that relates to fitness, nutrition, health and wellness in our great community—and to be the source of timely information, education and inspiration for fitness and health.

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Get Your Teacher On New Pilates & Fitness Studio in Downtown Sarasota

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itness expert Cinde Carroll has opened a new training studio in downtown Sarasota at the Gold Tree Plaza on the corner of Ringling Blvd. and Tuttle Avenue. Offering Pilates, TRX and Bosu Balance training, Cinde Carroll comes to the center with several decades of experience training athletes and weekend warriors in both Chicago and Sarasota. "I've seen every fitness trend, so I don't buy into fads and I know what works. I'm passionate about what I do so I offer only the best training techniques." Carroll shares, "My clients benefit immensely, yielding greater results within less time, getting the most and highest potential out of their exercise."

Cinde Carroll offers several Pilates equipment group classes for every level including working professionals and athletes. She also trains a variety of clients in the emerging GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® Methods. "When utilizing GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® Training, the body can achieve graceful, fluid spirals and arches in rhythmic natural movements, rather than the static, linear movements that typical gym machinery permits," said Carroll.

"What I do is highly specialized and it really gives my clients the understanding of their own bodies on a much deeper level."

Cinde offers personal private and group training in all modalities, as well as teacher training. She analyzes the most effective and efficient program for each of her clients and those who wish to become trainers.

For a class schedule and details about Cinde’s certifications, visit CindeCarroll.com or call Cinde directly at 941-724-5193 to book an introductory session.

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ircuSoul is now offering an aerial yoga teachertraining program that is designed for the serious student who desires to share the gift of aerial yoga with the world. Students will develop their self-practice in the aerial yoga hammock while preparing the skills necessary to teach public aerial yoga classes. They will build a foundation in the traditional philosophies of yoga, in order to layer anatomy and alignment with diverse styles of aerial yoga. Their teacher-training program is broken into three levels, allowing the student to attend the training at their own pace.

On October 24-27, 2015 they are offering their Level 1 Flying Yoga “A” series for $600.

They will be covering fundamentals of Aerial Yoga, Safety, Rigging, Inversions, Spotting, Verbalization & Cueing, Anatomy & Physiology, and Tricks & Flips. Their level 2 Course will continue on October 30 to November 2, 2015 for $700 and their Level 3 course will be announced and continued for $900.

All three levels can be taken at CircuSoul Yoga at 4141 S. Tamiami Trail #6 in Sarasota. For more information, call 941-922-9642, email at Info@CircuSoul.com or visit their website at CircuSoul.com.

Can You Handle The Heat?

In celebration of National Yoga Month, Body Heat, the Yoga Joint, is promoting their 30-day yoga challenge with a special offer available only for the month of September.

Body Heat is the only yoga studio in Sarasota that offers both the Bikram style Yoga and Hot Power Flow classes. With a convenient location near I -75, and teachers that are trained and certified, Body Heat can offer a unique experience to strengthen your body, mind and soul.

Kelly Prince opened Body Heat with the vision to create a fitness and stretching-based yoga studio where yoga can be practiced with comfort.

“You will learn to let go and practice from your heart, and your body will follow. Body Heat studio is for everyone's ‘body & mind’ whether you're just a beginner or you’re well into your yoga practice.” states owner Kelly Prince. All of their classes are done in warm temperatures— some hotter than others to create a detox, muscle stretch and to burn those extra calories.

Prince adds, "You will see the difference on the outside, but feel the difference on the inside, this studio is for everyone, we welcome all of you to this yoga space!”

To learn more about Body Heat Yoga, or to receive a discounted 1 month of unlimited yoga in September, visit BodyHeatSarasota.com or stop in and mention Fit941 Magazine.

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Athlete Profile New Dynamic Fitness Gym in South Sarasota

S Kendra Gough The little girl with the athletic edge

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eet little Kendra Gough, don’t let her size or age fool you.

At 7 years old Kendra is a “true powerhouse in the pool” says her coach, Maria Barringhaus, owner and head coach of School of Fish Swimming Lessons in Bradenton. A natural in the water ever since her dad can remember he decided she start lessons with Miss Maria at age 4.

“I don’t want to be the kind of dad that pushes too hard, but she has this internal drive and actually competes against herself. She asked me a long time ago to time her swimming 2 lengths of the pool, when I told her the time, and she immediately said ‘I’m going again, and I’m going to beat that time’ It was amazing to see this competitive nature, yet she was only competing against herself ”.

From the very beginning of her lessons, Kendra, not only beat all the girls in her age group in races, but she was moved up with girls 2 years older and beat all of them as well. They decided to put her with boys her own age, easily beating them she went up against the boys 2 years older and wouldn’t you know it, she beat them too.

Her strength comes from the drive and gym work with her dad, Mike Gough, owner of Athletic Edge. This sports performance specialist was the strength and conditioning coach for pro athletes including the NBA Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Indians. Needless to say Kendra is in good hands when it comes to her future aspirations.

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corch Fitness will open the area’s first Endurance, Strength and Power gym in south Sarasota this fall. Ryan McDonald and Liz Lowe, co-owners of Scorch Fitness, are proud to announce the 4638 Clark Road location will soon be accepting new members.

“Scorch Fitness is centered around result-driven total body workouts,” Ryan McDonald, co-owner of Scorch explained.

“There are no plateaus with our workout regimens because we’re constantly evolving our group fitness programs to better our clients’ physical power.”

Scorch workout programs are based on “ESP methodology”, which focuses on endurance, strength and power to balance clients’ bodies by burning fat and building lean muscle. The owners even tout that the workouts will have you burning calories long after you’ve left the Scorch facilities.

“Our workouts are uniquely designed to create continual progress. We also pride ourselves on our ability to modify our workout to every fitness level,” Liz Lowe, co-owner of the gym says.

“Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or someone who is taking their first steps towards fitness, we are able to customize our ESP program to fit your needs.”

Each workout session is an hour long, with workouts modified for each individuals’ ability levels. Classes are offered in small groups only, adding a personal training touch to every workout.

Pre-launch memberships will be available.

For more information please visit ScorchFitness.com or call Liz Lowe at 802-349-4999 or contact her by email at LizLowe07@gmail.com.

Fuel Your Way to the Top

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et Fit Fuel is now offering Meal Plans— pre-portioned meals already prepared for you weekly for pickup or delivery. Their complete nutrition information is on each meal and you get to choose all of the meals yourself. Their existing menu is already 85% gluten free, but they are willing to create customized meals based on your needs. At the moment they are offering a Traditional Meal Plan; 3 Meals a Day for 5 Days $113/weekly; 5 Meals a Day for 5 Days $188/weekly; Lunch Meal Plan $90/5days (1 Meal, 1 Snack, 1 Smoothie or Juice) Along with your meal plans, GetFitFuel is the only retail location offering HTwoHydrogen Water. This water is ultra-pure water infused with molecular hydrogen that is specifically geared towards your health and performance. HTwoHydrogen Water has evidence of enhancing muscle performance by improving exercise-induced decline of muscle function. It reduces blood lactate levels which means you’re less likely to be fatigued during the day; decreases joint inflammation assisting individuals with arthritic joints and improves tissue and wound healing.

As a result of this cellular process, it also has the ability to boost your metabolism.

For more information on ordering your pre-portioned meal plans or HTwoHydrogen Water, go to GetFitFuel.com, call (941) 366-6700 or stop in to one of their main locations at 539 S. Washington Blvd., in Sarasota.

Detoxify Your Pores

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ngela’s Pure Salon is now offering Infrared-sauna sessions to help the body release toxins and environmental chemicals. The benefits don't stop there. With infrared sauna technology, individuals can also lose weight; relax; relieve unwanted pain; increase circulation and purify the skin.

Detoxification through sweat is one of the body's most natural ways to eliminate toxins, making it a crucial step in detoxification. "When compared to traditional Swedish saunas, infrared saunas allow you to eliminate about seven times more toxins." States owner Angela Powers.

The heat generated by the sauna will also help to relax muscles and relieve tension throughout the body, allowing you to relax and de-stress.

The infrared Sauna can stimulate blood flow; improve muscle recovery; and decrease pain and inflammation after intense exercise. It also has the ability to aid in overall muscle pain due to the stimulation of the circulatory system and its anti-inflammatory qualities.

The Journal of American Medical Association concluded that a 30-minute infrared sauna session could burn roughly 600 calories. It also has technology that can help purify your skin, eliminate toxins from your pores resulting in clearer, softer and healthier-looking skin.

Angela Pure Salon is charging $1 a minute, or you can buy five 30 minute session and receive the 6th session free. For more information, visit AngelasPureSalon.com or call 941-351-0670.

Celebrate National Yoga Month In Style

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eptember is National Yoga Month, and Garden of the Heart is celebrating with a 30 day Yoga Challenge. Sign up and start filling in your challenge card. The of the goal is to complete at least 25 activities in 30 days, by taking yoga classes at Garden of the Heart, YO G A C ENTE R practicing yoga at home, taking a meditation class, or writing a studio review. At the end of the month, turn in your completed card and you’ll get a free Garden of the Heart T-shirt with their new logo to wear proudly. You’ll also notice all the benefits that a consistent yoga practice brings, like increased strength and flexibility, reduced stress, better sleep, and a beautiful yoga body and heart.

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Success Story

Fit2Run Has New Location

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he Mall at University Town Center has added Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore. Fit2Run started in Bradenton in 2006 and is owned by local father and son, Bill and Parks Robinson. The running and fitness store offers a wide range of name brand athletic walking and running footwear, running apparel and accessories like performance eyewear, tech socks and the latest such as GPS wrist personal trainers. The store is complete with a healthy food-focused Fitness Bar. The Fitness Bar includes made-to-order smoothies, wraps, sandwiches and one of Fit2Run’s most popular items, the Acai Bowl.

What a Difference a Year Makes

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ne year ago today, Kristina Rich was about 90+ lbs heavier. Sometimes it takes somebody telling you that you’ll never reach a goal, to push you to vigorously get there. Kristina, had slowly gone from lean and mean, to about 207 lbs, with a 5’4’ body frame.

Visiting many gyms and trainers in the past—she never got that internal ambition to make it stick. Her diet was typical and unhealthy. On her birthday, around July 2014, she decided that she was going to take another stab at getting into shape. She had previously worked with Derek Flaim, who now just recently opened his own training facility. Apprehensive, Flaim’s style was pretty heavy duty, intense and fast paced with mixed boxing and HIIT—she wasn’t sure if she could handle it. Deciding to start with half hour one on one session’s, patiently, he pushed her just enough. Eventually they started seeing great quick results.

The half hour sessions turned into hour sessions and the intensity picked up. From once a week to twice a week to 3 times a week, she then began taking his full-blown classes with the fit groups she had once feared working with and she thrived. “No matter how much stress there was, Derek’s gym was my ‘Happy Place’, my stress disappeared the minute I walked in and when I left, I was in such a better state of mind” says Kristina.

Kristina made it her mission to get to her goals through unbelievable commitment, super clean eating, and help from her trainer and great friend, Derek Flaim. She proved them all wrong —truly inspirational.

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New to Fit2Run stores, The Mall at UTC store includes GoPro and Garmin sections. Garmin makes activity-tracking devices to help athletes monitor mileage, speed, steps, heart rate and caloric intake. GoPro cameras are designed to be mounted on the body or sports equipment to capture the experience of the wearer.

Fit2Run’s trained fit experts are committed to providing exceptional customer service, evaluating each customer with a complimentary video-taped gait analysis and an iStep barometric scanning, assuring the right shoe for your foot in order to run (or walk) pain free. Test shoes on their indoor track. Participate in their free weekly fun runs along with themed nights, parties, clinics, and more. You can also join a Train2Run program open to all levels of runners.

Fit2Run is family owned and proud to support this community, raising millions of dollars for local charities and wellness programs. They pride themselves on their strong community involvement and make strides to empower athletes of all fitness levels to embrace a more active lifestyle.

Visit Fit2Run, The Runner’s Superstore, at UTC located in the Lower Level near Dillard's. Event calendars and more can be found at Fit2Run.com.

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Are Your Shoes A Perfect Fit?

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he Endurance House is introducing a very unique approach to insuring that individuals are getting the perfect shoes for their feet. Using a Personalized Movement Profile™ that consists of five phases: Consult, Move, Learn, Fit and Test Drive.

During the consult phase your Endurance Consultant will do an assessment of your history, personal goals and any injuries you may have. With that information they will have you put on “test shoes” that have no support to insure when they do the assessment they can show you a before and after on video.

The second phase, Move, is taking the video of your feet running on a treadmill to show you the details of how you run specifically. The learning phase is when your Endurance Consultant will give you a full explanation of what he has seen and the results that the digital video program came up with during your running profile.

Once you have completed these steps your consultant will provide you with several customized options that best suits you and your needs. The final phase is giving you the ability to “test drive” whatever shoe you truly want, right there on a treadmill.

Model: Victoria Chadsey is an adventure seeking, salt life loving, fitness enthusiast and most importantly a yogi; teaching yoga for 5 years along with other group fitness classes.

She is the recreation manager at the Ritz Carlton in Sarasota, and teaches fitness classes at GT Bray park in Bradenton and the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Victoria also instructs private paddle board yoga classes.

Photographer: John Joseph Revisky has over 30 years experience in shooting fashion, sportswear and physique models.

Revisky’s resume includes Nike and Prada.

Make up Artist: Alyssa Woods Assistant: David Boyette Yoga Clothing: Environeers

For more information go to EnduranceHouseSuncoast.Com, you can email with questions at Sarasota@EnduranceHouse.Com or call 941-727-4411.

Strength and Peace with a Twist

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or years Yoga has been dominated by women, even though it was originally created for men to prepare their bodies for war. On Monday nights at 6pm, Soul Yoga Sanctuary is now introducing a “Men’s Only” yoga class that is specifically geared towards joint and muscle mobilization.

If that’s not enough encouragement, they finish the class off with a locally brewed beer.

Soul Yoga Sanctuary is a space that offers many different empowering forms of yoga. They were created to offer people the ability to challenge and nourish their bodies all in one.

Along with updating their original space and expanding off of Jaco Boxing, they are expanding their services to assist everyone who wants to develop strength, flexibility and inner peace. On Wednesday nights at 5:45pm and Saturday mornings at 8am Soul Yoga Sanctuary is offering a special boxing and yoga package where you can take both classes for only $16 instead of paying full price for both. They encourage people to come in at any time to take a tour of their facility to experience the impact yoga can have on a person.

For more information visit SarasotaPowerYoga.com or call (941) 586-2355. To stop by and tour their boxing and yoga facility go to 5712 Lawton Dr. in Sarasota.

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Save a Hero

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reenZone Heroes is a recently established benefit corporation that dedicates their time and energy towards helping local Vets with long term assistance. Alexandra Coe is their Chief Sustainability Officer, as well as the director of Initiatives and Special Projects. Sustainability is a huge buzzword these days, yet few know how to create sustainable models. GreenZone Heroes does exactly that by funding its own initiatives with their own corporate profits. This model allows them to create programs that are long-lasting and truly help our veterans develop purposeful civilian lives.

GreenZone Heroes (GZH) will have four large events each year and will also offer other adventure activities such as land navigation and survival courses. Some future events will have land navigation components mixed with the obstacle course activities. They are also developing a walking event based on the German tradition of the Volksmarch.

The plan is to have a series of walks that will follow this model and people can collect patches for each walk. This is yet another aspect of their community building approach with the company. (A volksmarch is a noncompetitive 3.1 mile (5 km) or 6.2 mile (10 km) walk. It's not a pledge walk, it's not a race, it is a fun activity you do with a club, with your family, with your pet, or all by yourself.)

Currently working with two veterans’ organizations, Veterans for Common Sense and SRQVets, they are giving away 250 spectator tickets to veterans who register at their Veterans Connection area of their website. Some examples of what GreenZone Heroes puts their efforts and funding towards are; Alternative Post-Traumatic Therapies such as Agriculture, the Arts and Extreme Sports; Opportunities for Homeless and Dishonorably-Discharged Vets; Adaptive Athlete Support, Training and Support for Qualified Athletes; Family and Marriage Counseling; Job and Life Skills Education; USF “Vet’s To Chefs” Mobile Food Truck and Challenging Expedition Team Trips and The‘VisionQuest’ Project.

Get serious about your fitness success!

For their first event, GreenZone Heroes is having an inaugural obstacle course adventure race on Saturday, November 7th, 2015. It’s a chance to get out and have real fun. You’ll enjoy twenty-eight (28) obstacles over a 5K land and water course. In addition to the obstacle course, there will be a variety of other activities to be part of, like the puzzle hunt, where you can use your wits to find clues and win prizes. Try pull-ups for heroes and take home a great GZH souvenir. Veterans will have the opportunity to meet fellow veterans and be part of the Veterans’ Connection.

For more information on GreenZone Heroes, their events and their Veterans Connection program, please visit GreenZoneHeroes.com.

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Challenge Your Balance

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magine breathing in the fresh air, the sun shining down, the breeze brushing against your skin, the water gently rocking your board —all during your yoga class. Opening the last week of August, Tidal Bliss Yoga is now offering small group and private paddle board yoga classes in Venice and Sarasota.

Classes are adaptable to all, from the beginner, to the most adventurous and advanced yogi and paddler. Come challenge your core, while you move through a class designed for the water. Work your mind, body and soul, while you explore a love for all things yoga and nature. With Tidal Bliss Yoga, you will not only get a great physical workout, but be encouraged to dive a little deeper, breathe, and appreciate each moment. Ride the waves of your breath. Ride the waves of life. Feel your bliss.

To schedule, visit TidalBlissYoga.com or call Chandra 941-416-7449.

Sculpt Your Body to Perfection

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Despite diet and exercise, fat cells accumulate in the body and can be very tough to get rid of. CoolSculpting technology uses controlled cooling (Cryolipolysis) to target, freeze and kill only these fat cells. In the weeks to follow, these terminated fat cells are naturally eliminated from the body. It's the only FDA-cleared fat freezing technology—the treatment is safe on your body, but tough on stubborn fat. A session lasts only 60 minutes, making it quite possibly one of the best-used hours of your life. Many report feeling a burst of cold air, followed by dull pressure. During their session, some guests read, get work done—or even sleep. Cool Sculpting results are long-term, as treated fat cells are gone for good.

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NY’s HOT YOGA PIONEER MOVES TO SARASOTA

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reat news, Sarasota…a brand new hot yoga studio is opening this fall in Sarasota!

Known for its numerous health benefits, hot yoga hit the shores of America over 40 years ago and it’s devotees grow stronger every year. Hot Yoga practitioners enter a heated yoga room to perform a set sequence of postures specifically designed to flush toxins and restore overall well-being.

Native New Yorker, Yolanda Nash, has recently relocated with her family to the Sarasota area and is eagerly awaiting the opening of her third studio.

Pioneering the hot yoga movement of New York, Nash opened the south shore of Long Island’s first hot yoga studio in Rockville Centre over 12 years ago. Following the success of her Long Island studio, Yolanda then opened her second studio in Rego Park, Queens. Her studios are known for perfecting the balance between compassionate teaching and disciplined methodology.

This balance is what allows both the beginner and seasoned practitioner to share the same space and receive equal attention and encouragement. She is thrilled to bring her experience to the Sarasota community!

Her new hot yoga studio, located at the EXPO on Clark between Beneva and McIntosh, will boast an air filtration system, natural light, far infrared heat, and industrial dehumidifying system. Whether your personal goals are to increase your sense of well-being, rehabilitate an old injury, or shed some extra pounds, drop in and make this studio your healthy hot spot!

Their new location opening this fall will be at 4021Clark Rd. in Sarasota. For more information, visit their web site at HotYoga4You. com or call 941-626-6396.

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10 Weeks of Fat Burning

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on of Fun is challenging Sarasota to lose a "Ton" of weight in 2015. Literally, 2,000 pounds and every one counts. Take your health into your own hands with their 10 week program that is designed to help you reach your personal weight loss goals.

The next session runs September 28th – December 4th.

If you’re looking to lose 5, 10, 20, 50 pounds or more bring them your weight loss challenges. You will receive ongoing support and resources along the way, including: free Biometric screenings at beginning and end of program, weekly nutritional tips, healthy recipe ideas, access to Registered Dietitians, free workouts, private weigh-ins, weekly motivational e-newsletters, closed group Facebook pages and price incentives along the way. It will be located at Fleet Feet Sarasota, and the Program kickoff event starts Monday, September 28th at 6pm. If you are a member of a current training program the price is $25, if not, the regular price is $50 ($350 value).

For questions contact Coach Whitney at Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com. To register go to FleetFeetSarasota.com/Training/Ton-of-Fun or call (941) 894-3338.

Nourish Your Body in Sarasota

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long with CROPjuice’s decision to open inside LA Fitness on Bee Ridge and Cattlemen back in April, they decided to expand their creative ability and develop unique smoothie blends for the public and for gym members. CROPjuice will be expanding their food items when they open their third location across from University Town Center Mall in late October/beginning of November and their fourth location in downtown Sarasota at the Ellis building on the Northeast corner of OrangeAve. and Main St, late in December/early 2016.

CROPjuice is a raw, organic, cold pressed juice company that focuses on leafy green dense juice. They also offer a wide variety of fruit based juices, “mylks” and coconut libations as well. CROPjuice is known for their process of hand pouring their greens separately from the other ingredients. This way everyone knows exactly how many leafy greens they are consuming.

Dark leafy greens are super foods that decrease sugar cravings, stabilize blood sugar, decrease inflammation and are powerful cancer fighters. Typical "green juices" are loaded with water dense veggies and a minimal amount of leafy greens.

CROPjuice strives to educate people on the awareness of how beneficial cold pressed juices can be for the body. Their original location and juicing headquarters started in Gulf Gate, they plan on expanding this knowledge and nourishing juice throughout Sarasota.

To learn more about juicing visit CropJuiceSRQ.com, or to try CROPjuice you can go to their original location at 2320 Gulf Gate Drive, their LAFitness location at Bee Ridge and Cattlemen or their newest University Location at 8211 Tourist Center Drive.

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To Infinity and Beyond Dr.Sears Heads to Sarasota

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enowned physician Dr. William Sears' prestigious Prime-Time Health Workshops are being held at SuperSlow Zone for the first time in this area on Wed. Oct 7th, 14th, 21St, and 28th at 5:30-7pm.

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n Saturday, October 10th, between the hours of 10am to 6pm Infinity Spiritual Healing Center is having their Grand Opening at their new location 8 Sorrento Drive, in Osprey, Right off of Highway US 41. They will be demonstrating each of their services in mini sessions, serving hors d'oeuvres and beverages, giving away free raffle prizes and playing some fun intuition games.

Infinity Spiritual Healing Center, LLC, is an all inclusive healing center offering many different modalities of healing to include, Reiki, Massage, Yoga, Acupuncture and more.

In addition, they offer Intuitive services designed to assist you through an entire healing process of the mind, body and soul.

There will be a small section reserved for retail to include things relatable to healing, such as, supplements, aromatherapy, crystals and sage. The intuitive services will include, Intuitive Readers, Astrology, Numerology and more. Spend 30-60 minutes in their beautifully designed meditation room, and choose your own music or meditation CD. This room will also include other specialty services such as a foot-soak detoxifier.

Also available will be a state of the art, most technologically advanced aura photography equipment. This equipment will assist you in seeing how your electromagnetic field surrounding your physical body is as important in the healing process as your physical being.

For more information please contact Lisa Gregory, owner and founder of Infinity Spiritual Healing Center, LLC, at Lisamarie9734@gmail.com.

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This healthy aging program is taught by Health Coach Pamela Kirscher who is certified through the Dr. Sears Wellness institute. The interactive Prime-Time Health workshops teach adults and seniors how to add years to their life, and life to their years. Eating healthy is not just about learning all the foods to avoid; instead, it is more about ensuring that you are consuming the right foods. In addition, the Prime-Time Health program will show you how to open your internal pharmacy and help your body produce custommade medicines to repair and protect your body against damage.

For more information or to register, please call Pamela Kirscher at 941-504-2204, email SuperSlowSRQ@yahoo.com or visit SarasotaHealthCoach.com.

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Senior fit camp is an exercise program intended those 55 and older who want to improve their health & fitness in a small group setting. However, this is not a "class" where an instructor leads everyone through a series of moves and you just do your best to keep up! This program is closer to personal training, with more individual attention and focus on proper exercise form and execution, and with an education as to what (& where) muscles are working, and why you should do it.

Modifications or substitute exercises will be provided for those with injuries or limitations.

This is a "low-impact" program, which means easier on the joints窶馬o jumping exercises, no sprinting or running. The goal is to keep you moving and make the sessions progressively more challenging. You can expect to use resistance bands, medicine balls, stability balls, dumbbells, and bodyweight resistance. The program is primarily indoors, but we may do a bit of outdoor stuff to keep it fun and interesting.

For more information, contact JD Doyle, Owner/Director of Shape Up Sarasota Boot Camp at 941-685-1081.

Say Good Bye Double Chin

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radley Abrams, D.O. conveniently located at 3328 Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota is one of the first and only physicians chosen in the SarasotaBradenton - North Port area to be trained by Kythera Biopharmaceuticals Inc. in the treatment of submental fat, known as a “double-chin” using FDA approved injectable KybellaTM. KybellaTM is the first and only FDA-approved nonsurgical treatment that causes the destruction of fat cells when injected into subcutaneous fat and improves the chin profile appearance. The number of treatment sessions varies and a customized treatment plan designed between the patient and Dr. Abrams is necessary to determine the number of injections needed. Most patients experience visible contouring of their chin in two to four treatment sessions spaced at least one month apart. Up to 6 treatments may be administered. Dr. Abrams reviews each of his patient’s goals to determine the appropriate treatments plan.

“Many patients visiting for non-invasive treatments of lines, and wrinkles are bothered by their double chin but do not want to undergo surgery or liposuctions which are expensive and invasive procedures with a long recovery time” explains Dr. Abrams. “This newly FDA approved injectable KybellaTM is non-invasive and meets the needs of my patients by treating and eliminating the fat located under the chin in two to four treatment sessions. Once results are achieved with KybellaTM, there is no need for further treatments” added Abrams.

“Each treatment takes about 15 minutes and the results are noticeable within the first two injections with minimal swelling and very little downtime. I sometimes inject KybellaTM in combination with other fillers to save time and achieve best overall rejuvenation results” explains Dr. Abrams.

If you would like to set up a consultation or learn more, visit Abrams Derm.com or call 941-926-2300.

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Prepare Your Body for

30 days of Yoga in 7 Steps

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Do not eat at least 2-3 hours before class, it can cause nausea and slow down the body. Add some heat to that and chances of seeing lunch for a second time are high.

A few hours before and immediately after a workout is the best time to have fruits. They will help with hydration, energy and recovery.

For hydration —water with minerals are ideal.

(Make sure it’s just plain water) Bring 2 bottles to class; 1 frozen and 1 cold or room temperature. The frozen bottle is for the head and the hands to cool the body down, and the other is for small sips during class.

Essentials to bring to class; Yoga mat and towel (renting options are available depending on location);Hand towel; Essential Oils to help energize the body and bring focus—plus they smell great (put 1 drop in each corner of the yoga towel) Fitted clothes are best for Hot Yoga, leggings and a good sports bra could never steer a woman wrong, shirts are subjective, but chances are they’ll be sweat through and it will be off half way through the class. For men, shorts that can be moved in freely and cover the body properly. For Aerial Yoga—be sure to wear a fitted sleeve top (no tanks or vests) this will help protect armpits from friction.

Honor yourself and your classmates. Look in your own eyes, breathe deep, focus and embrace the personal time to strengthen your body, mind and spirit. Although these classes can be tough, keep noises and chatter to a minimum.

Don’t bother wearing perfumes or lotions; the body will sweat it off; make the skin slippery and possibly interfere with some of the positions. Leave the jewelry at home—necklaces, bracelets and watches really do get in the way.

For yoga studios offering a special 30 day yoga challenge in honor of National Yoga Month, mention Fit941 Magazine for special pricing at Body Heat Yoga (BodyHeatSarasota.com) and for new members of Soul Yoga Sanctuary (SarasotaPowerYoga.com).

Jaqlyn Tinaro has used yoga daily for many years as a way to maintain flexibility and stay pain free, for more information you can contact her through VirtueOfHealth.com or (941) 724-6399.

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Their goal is to help bring healthier living to our community. It is a great beverage for people looking to improve their health because it is an easy switch from sugary sodas, offering all of the benefits of fermented food, and tastes pretty amazing.

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Get in the Zone

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ew to Lakewood Ranch, Orange Theory Fitness is opening up their 4th location in the Sarasota-Bradenton Area. Orange Theory Fitness offers 60-minute workout sessions split into intervals of cardiovascular and strength training with heart rate monitors to track intensity and maximize metabolic burn.

The physiological idea behind the OrangeTheory workout is known as “Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption,” or EPOC. By providing you with a heart-rate monitor and POD, they can monitor your 5-zone interval training sessions that we call the Orange 60. During the 60-minute workout, you will perform multiple intervals designed to produce 12 to 20 minutes of training at 84% or higher of your maximum heart rate, which translates to Zones 4/5. This program design produces workout "afterburn" effect, which is an increased metabolic rate for 24 to 36 hours after the workout. When combining the amazing workout with EPOC, their clients burn an average of 500 to 1000 calories.

Orange Theory offers a month to month membership with family discounts and corporate memberships available.

Their new Lakewood Ranch Location is 5496 Lena Rd. in Bradenton. For more information, go to OrangeTheoryFitness.com or call (941) 444-2442 to sign up for a pre-opening class.

Rejuvenate Your Body

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eth Self, owner of Pilates Plus in Coral Cove Mall is a Stott trained Pilates instructor with 12 years of experience. Many readers will remember her as the high-energy group exercise instructor from the Evelyn Sandler Jones YMCA. Today you will find her in her own Pilates studio which she has owned for the past 10 years. Pilates Plus is offering half off the first 3 private Pilates sessions for all new clients until November 1st. Beth states “Pilates Plus clients are more than just clients, they truly become friends and the environment is exceptionally friendly and inviting.”

Our beautiful boutique studio is complete with a full system Pilates Studio, as well as additional group exercise classes for the mind & body! Pilates Plus offers an extensive range of Pilates services including private, duet sessions and group classes conducted by highly educated, certified and friendly staff.

“At Pilates Plus, we strive to give you a personal and comfortable experience while learning these amazing methods of body conditioning. You will feel rejuvenated and more aware of your body, as well as feeling stronger, taller, leaner, and more flexible. We welcome all ages and fitness levels and ensure the highest quality of service. Escape to our studio to nourish your mind & body.”

New clients mention Fit941 to receive 50% off 3 private Pilate’s sessions. Pilates Plus is located at 7354 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. For more information, visit PilatesPlusSRQ.com or call 941-400-7422.

Expanded Horizons

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assage Envy opened its first location on Clark Road in the Expo Center in 2008. After developing many client relationships, they opened 2 more locations, University Walk and Midtown Plaza. Almost 8 years later local owners Eric Seace and Pete Kapinos decided to relocate the original Clark Road location and expand from 3,000 square feet to over 5,000 square feet, from 10 treatment rooms to 14, and added a couples room, as well as much larger reception, tranquility and employee break areas. It is located in the same center just a few doors down to the right.

“We are most excited about our couples room, and our 4 upgraded esthetician rooms” owner Eric Seace explained, “we have done all we can to make both clients and employees as comfortable as possible, while still providing professional, convenient, and affordable massage, and now with more room we will be adding hot stones to our offerings in the next few months.” Both members and employees of Massage Envy are excited about the long awaited new and improved home.

Massage Envy offers introductory massages for 49.99 and introductory facials for 59.99, stop in and see their latest clinic and treat yourself.

For more information, go to MassageEnvy.com/clinics/FL/Sarasota-South.aspx or to see Massage Envy’s new expansion, visit 4037 Clark Rd. in Sarasota.

New Hydration Lounge Offering Monthly Memberships

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ydr8, a hydration center and recovery lounge that opened in early July in Sarasota, is just what the doctor ordered, monthly memberships are now available, with discounts offered to founding members, plus members of the military, law enforcement and firefighters. If you can’t come to downtown Sarasota, Hydr8 will come to your homes and offices.

From world-class rowing at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota to world-class training at IMG Academy in Bradenton; with dozens of golf courses, hundreds of tennis courts and an increasing number of national championships, Southwest Florida is growing as the place both serious and casual athletes want to be.

When an athlete suffers from dehydration, emergency rooms and walk-in clinics may not be the most economical or timely option, luckily there is an alternative.

Hydr8, offers intravenous treatments in 60 minutes or less to combat dehydration symptoms. Treatments are supervised by Dr. Christopher Newcomb, a Board-certified internist, and administered by hospital-trained registered nurses and emergency roomtrained staff with 20+ years of IV infusion experience.

Treatments also include: Athletic performance IV therapy, vitamin shots/nutrition balancing, hangover cure IV therapy and micronutrient evaluations.

For more information, call (866) 223-8707 or go to WeHydr8You.com.

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by Gerald Grubbs, MD

REJUVENATE YOUR LIFE! he human connection is so important in both personal and professional settings. In this new age of technology that ideal has become misconstrued and often overlooked with the majority of us going to the, "text message" as opposed to the face to face connection when it comes to our interactions. Most of these decisions are made out of convenience but underlying causes dictate it can be because of lack of confidence due to one's appearance. Growing older certainly does not mean your health and appearance should decline. In fact the growing community here in the 941 has never looked better. Restore your youthful glow, refresh your look and feel confident again about the personal and professional impression you make. There is only one you! If you want to combat the signs of aging but maintain a natural look, facial rejuvenation may be right for you.

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What is Facial Rejuvenation?

Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of nonsurgical procedures to address the signs of aging such as loose skin, loss of volume, wrinkling, and skin discoloration. With so many options available, you are certain to find the right one for you to get the results you want, all without surgery. Facial rejuvenation procedures use energy transfer, fillers, or surface correction to restore your face to its youthful appearance. Lines are minimized, volume is restored, and tone and texture are corrected.

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Facial Rejuvenation Options in Sarasota Ulthera uses the energy from sound to lift the brow, chin, neck, and smooth the dĂŠcolletage area. This is the only nonsurgical lift that is FDA approved. Your skin will naturally tighten and tone through the production of new collagen, all without surgery.

RF Therapy uses energy from radio waves to kick start collagen production to reduce wrinkles and sagging; and firm and contour facial skin. This option is also great if you want to reduce the appearance of scars.

Antiwrinkle Fillers reduce the appearance of lines. Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, and Radiesse are the most successful products and procedures used. These injectables temporarily add volume for instant natural-looking results that can last up to one year. Injectables can be used for shallow and deep wrinkles and folds, especially around the nose and mouth.

BotoxŽ Cosmetic when injected into the muscle improves the look of crow’s feet and frown lines. By targeting the underlying cause of these wrinkles, you restore your youthful look quickly and without surgery. You will lose the wrinkles without losing the ability to show facial expression, which is key in maintaining your natural appearance.

Growing older certainly does not mean your health and appearance should decline. In fact the growing community here in the 941 has never looked better.

Chemical Peels are applied to the surface of the skin. If you want to enhance the appearance and smooth the texture of the skin on your face, then this is the facial rejuvenation procedure for you. Your complexion will be brighter, with a more even skin tone and the appearance of lines is reduced.

But perhaps the most promising and latest development in facial rejuvenation is: PRP Biocellular Facelift is a nonsurgical procedure that uses a combination of antiwrinkle fillers to first contour the face and then injection of activated platelet-rich plasma (PRP) harvested from the patient to stimulate the growth of new collagen, fatty tissue and blood vessels. It is the latest technologic advancement and improvement over the “Vampire Facelift’. It is mother nature’s ultimate all natural filler that is made from you. Using proprietary technology we are able to enhance your PRP to form a firm though supple filler. There’s no chance of an adverse reaction and it lasts for up to 2 years instead of months with the synthetic fillers.

PRP from whole blood is increasingly utilized to help heal joints and soft tissue. It has a number of uses in Aesthetic Medicine as well. Similarly, fat is a rich source of ADRCs (Adipose Derived Regenerative Cells) which are used to enhance a variety of aesthetic procedures from microneedling for skin and scalp rejuvenation, to supporting the success of fat grafting and incisional and ablative aesthetic procedures.

Minimal risk The facial rejuvenation techniques performed during Facial Rejuvenation require no surgery and are minimally invasive. They can all be safely performed in the office, often in one visit, so these procedures are perfect for those with the, "on the go" lifestyle.

These are all proven techniques to provide you the renewed youthful appearance you want and the safety you demand.

Gerald Grubbs, MD is board certified and is the founder of RevitaLife Vitality Center of Sarasota, a premier anti aging and cosmetic practice. For more information on Dr. Grubbs or RevitaLife, call (941) 377-4555.

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Slow Down that Workout

by Jaqlyn Tinaro

The key factor it has to weight loss is by increasing your muscle and stimulating your metabolism due the fact that the more muscle you have, the more calories your body will burn to maintain the muscle. ave you ever tried doing a leg press in slow motion? Could you come to full extension on the bench press and retract all the weight in 20 seconds or more? Whether it’s a leg press or even a push up, it is proven that if you slow down your movement you’re more likely to have better form, prevent muscle strain injury and therefore receive an even more intense muscle strengthening workout.

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riod. In traditional weight training, you typically take about 1-2 seconds to lift a weight, and slightly longer to lower the weight. Rather than doing multiple sets for each body part, super slow workouts typically involve just one long set for each exercise, and each set is performed until your muscles are completely fatigued, or within a 30 second time period.

The idea behind super slow training is that by decreasing the speed of movement, you can create more tension in your muscles. The more fatigued the muscle, the more your muscle will respond by growing, thus making you stronger and potentially boosting your metabolism.

The key factor it has to weight loss is by increasing your muscle and stimulating your metabolism due the fact that the more muscle you have, the more calories your body will burn to maintain the muscle. Your metabolism will increase regardless of exercise once your muscle percentage starts to increase.

In addition to weight loss, there are many benefits that have been scientifically proven and reported due to slower paced exercises; for example, toning, firming and slowing down muscle break down and wasting. It’s also known to increase bone density, prevent osteoporosis, lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol.

Many people have mentioned effects of reducing arthritis discomfort, reducing back pain, stress and anxiety, as well as improving balance, stability and memory.

In Sarasota, many people are thrilled about their bodies and their enhanced lifestyles after utilizing super slow workout techniques. Keith Jobin, a Certified Personal Trainer from True U Fitness, LLC states” super slow strength training has helped a great deal with our clients looking for everything from

weight loss to toning, firming, and even reducing high blood pressure. Since our opening on January 1st, 2015, we have seen a total weight loss within our facility of 78lbs, chronic back pain has been completely alleviated, blood pressure reduced to now normal levels and more flexibility, strength and balance than ever before.” The scope of these training methods is endless because it is meant for every person with no age restrictions. From younger individuals looking for assistance in strengthening every muscle group possible, to older individuals looking to be able to live pain free, all will benefit.

“I came to SuperSlow Zone with a painful lower back, weak back muscles and painfully weak hands. My body was stiff and my walk was stiff.

After 3 months my posture is straighter and I’m walking pain free. I can walk faster and lift heavier weights.” States Margarette, a 77 year old retiree using the super slow method.

It takes some clients as little as 4 weeks to begin seeing and feeling those results, but on average 6 weeks to see and feel their body begin changing. An interesting fact about super slow workouts: While the workout is challenging, highly effective and an opportunity to get amazing results, you may perspire but very little. Facilities that specialize in super slow training try to keep their temperatures around 70 degrees to insure your body is focusing on the workout instead of perspiring.

With this in mind, the chances of you having to change your clothes to get your workout in is slim to none as long as you are wearing clothes that are easy to move in. Thus, having a busy lifetime will not affect your ability to get your works outs in.

The results to Super Slow training no matter your age, lifestyle, athletic level, injury level or body type are always the same; slow, steady and effective. Clients from 25-92 years of age have fallen in love with super slow strength training.

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ne of the oldest, yet still highly effective movements around; any “old school” weightlifter has worked with kettle bells at some point, but anyone can benefit from this goodie.

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Once mastered, individuals can potentially swing a kettle bell at or above bodyweight. Aaron Weedo, owner of Cross Fit Lakewood Ranch, recommends starting out with something light at first.

“Once you can comfortably perform 15-20 reps without any break in form, I would say move on to the next weight!”

1. The first step is to pick the bell up; maintain a tight midsection and lower the hips down to the bell. Keep your shoulders back and down with your head and chest upright.

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solid foundation on the floor with your feet. Then, squeeze your abs as tight as you can, thrust your hips forward and then stop as aggressively and controlled as you can at the tall position.

3. If done properly, the momentum created will cause the kettle bell to start to rise up in front of you. It is key to sit back through your heels and ensure your hamstrings and back muscles are keeping you upright and not the driving force in “lifting” the kettle bell. This is not a lift; this is a momentum or pendulum-like swing. (If you are new to this movement or have shoulder issues, you would stop at this point and not move on to step 4.)

4. The swing finishes with the kettle bell overhead, in line with the shoulders, hips, and ankles. From this position, allow the bell to drop back down between the legs and then re-load for the next repetition.

A common fault we see above is letting the kettle bell pull you forward. This

shows a lack of control and one should lower the weight and focus more on getting upright and waiting for the kettle bell. With any core-to-extremity movement the biggest problem most people have is timing. You must be patient when you finish the swing, allowing the bell to almost glide up all by itself.

Aaron Weedo is the owner of CrossFit Lakewood Ranch. He has been active and training his entire life and has been privately training clients for over ten years. Aaron has experience working with athletes of all types, all skills, all ages, and has helped develop a number of the coaches that you see training at many CrossFit gyms in the area.

Aaron’s knowledge and experience in the strength and fitness world are highly sought after by not only professional athletes, but also by every day professionals as well. His motto of, “leave your ego at the door and your sweat on the floor,” is applied to all. Aaron can be contacted by email, CrossFitLWR@Gmail.com or by phone at (941) 907-0005.

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CoolSculpting is the only non-surgical body contouring treatment that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat from your body.

Painlessly Re-Sculpt Your Body or years individuals with weight problems have been praying for the day when liposuction wouldn’t be the same invasive procedure it's known to be. Luckily those prayers have been answered by the Renowned Harvard University scientists, Dieter Manstein, MD and R. Rox Anderson, MD. Ironically they found through research that some children got dimples due to eating popsicles. The idea that cold can selectively affect and eliminate fat cells without damaging the skin or surrounding tissue was the insight behind Cryolipolysis, the proven science on which the CoolSculpting procedure is based.

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So what is CoolSculpting exactly?

CoolSculpting is the only non-surgical body contouring treatment that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat from the body. As mentioned previously it uses technology that is controlled cooling (Cryolipolysis) to target and kill only these fat cells. The technology extracts energy or heat from the tissue to cool fat cells and trigger a programmed cell death. In the weeks to follow, these fat cells are naturally eliminated from the body, resulting in long-term results due to that fact that the cells are now permanently gone as opposed to shrank. There are no needles, no special diets and no downtime. It is FDA cleared; safe, proven results without surgery or invasive procedures and only licensed medical professionals provide treatments.

How does it work?

One CoolSculpting treatment takes one hour per area treated. It is as simple as laying down while they apply the piece of equipment to the local area.

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that it is virtually painless. One area is about the size of a hand. Therefore, each "love-handle" would be considered one area, and the lower abdomen is typically considered two areas. It is possible to treat more than one area at a single office visit, but only one area at a time.

To treat two areas takes just over two hours. For many patients, a second treatment in the same area may be beneficial since CoolSculpting removes about 25% of the fat cells per treatment.

The fat cells that are damaged by the treatment are frozen and later absorbed by the body's own metabolic process and are gone permanently.

Marie Gordan, practice administrator of RevitaLife Anti-Aging Center in Sarasota states, “I've been doing noninvasive aesthetic procedures for body contouring and fat reduction for about 8 years. Coolsculpting is by far the best on the market. It’s a great option for BEFORE

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Some results can be appreciated in as early as 3 weeks, typical results take about 3-4 months to be fully realized, and therefore many patients schedule second treatments at that time. Results may vary from patient to patient but the overall satisfaction has been truly impressive. Thai Chau, Preceptor Physician Assistant of Ideal Image of Sarasota states, "The CoolSculpting procedure is quite comfortable and can permanently eliminate fat with no downtime. It's time to feel good about yourself again and CoolSculpting is an easy answer for your most stubborn areas of fat.�

CoolSculpting has created a new avenue for individuals to lose weight without going through the motions of discouragement when it comes difficulties of losing weight.

It has great potential to give people the extra push they need, in order to keep the weight off. Due to the fact that treatments will have maximal effect by 3 months, to know whether or not additional treatments are needed will depend on the clinical exam provided by the practitioner. The key component to understand is once the fat is removed, it is gone for life. It is up to the patient to keep it off.

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he Gulfcoast of Florida is a rapidly growing community with world-class amenities, including The Opera House, Ringling School of Art and Design and Siesta Key beach. In addition, the Sarasota Suncoast has a diverse and expansive yoga culture that is thriving and growing rapidly. There are studios located throughout the area and the community that offer all forms of Yoga for all levels of yogis from beginners to advanced practitioners.

It is a great place for one to begin their Yoga journey, as there is a magnitude of Yoga variety to explore. Local teacher and owner of Soul Yoga Sanctuary, Kelli Jaco says, “Most people need to find what works for them. People will gravitate towards what works for their personal style. That is what is so great about Sarasota; there are different styles for everyone.”

You can get down and sweaty with a Hot Bikram or Vinyasa class or you can slow it down with meditation or Restorative Yoga. If flying in the air is your style then an Aerial or Silks Yoga class may be for you. Learning alignment is a fundamental component of Yoga and through Hatha (an alignment style) you can create a solid foundation to root your practice. In Yoga, there are many styles throughout the world that are practiced and many more that are coming into existence. If you don’t jive with one form such as Vinyasa, you may find yourself more drawn to Yin or Hatha classes. The beauty of Yoga is there is no “one size fits all” theory and each day may be different.

So who should practice Yoga? Everyone! Yoga is an activity that anyone can participate in one form or another. It has been widely used for mental clarity, rehabilitation therapy and stress reduction in recent years. According to Cheryl Chaffee from Garden of the Heart, “If I had a nickel for everyone who

said 'I can’t do yoga, I’m not flexible!' I would be a millionaire. If you don’t start you won’t get good at it.”

Sometimes Yogis may find themselves discouraged if they have an experience of something that leaves them feeling defeated or confused. This may drive one away from something like Yoga. Kelly Prince, teacher and owner of Body Heat states it perfectly, “Some of us are unaware what Yoga is. The truth is that it can be whatever you’d like it to be, whatever works best for you. You can practice for the physical or mental benefits.” Whether you are in it for the physical or mental component, you inevitably get a little bit of both.

Yoga can be a great workout or mental therapy, and it holds the potential to complement other areas of ones life. It may improve your overall performance and quality of life. Courtenay Smith, teacher and owner of The Yoga Shack says, “I came to it for the physical reasons and then I was like this is baller and I will do it for the rest of my life for the mental reasons!

I want to be able to do Yoga until I am 80 years old.” She can and will too, just like many Yoga practitioners who have found themselves unapologetically submerged to its boundless calling.

Remember, each class is different and so is every day. One day you may love to move and another you might wish to lie on the floor. Trying a variety of classes and finding what best suits you and your life style might be the gate to a whole new realm of possibilities.

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oga is a practice and philosophy of mind, body and spirit, their unity, and the means to achieve an awareness of this unity. The origins of Yoga are ancient, yet its practice today has provided many benefits, some of which are surprising. Most Yoga classes focus on the unification of body, mind and breath.

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The benefits of Yoga practice are numerous, starting with fitness and the affects it has on our muscles, bones and joints.

The three components of musculoskeletal health are flexibility, strength and aerobic endurance. What makes Yoga unusual is that the movements eventually work every joint in the human body throughout their possible ranges of motion.

Due to this awareness, Yoga is now used in rehab centers across the nation for rehabilitation of injuries.

Let's talk about everybody's favorite, libido. Yoga practice includes techniques called bandhas, which stimulate specific endocrine glands. The reproductive glands are no exception,

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Then there comes the aspect of resistance and immunity. Our lymphatic system is both our sewer system, receiving the excess fluid and wastes made by our cells, and our defense

against disease. Keeping the tubes of the lymph system flowing is crucial to overall fitness. Yoga contracts all the muscles of the body while taking care to make inhalations deep and slow. Both these are the mechanism by which this fluid pumps through the system.

Along with Cardiovascular Health, Yoga also enhances pulmonary (lung) capacity. In normal, unconscious breath, the body moves the rib cage only enough to bring the minimal amount of air it needs at any moment. Yoga forces the ribs to expand beyond the minimum, increasing the flexibility and expansion of the ribs, bringing in more air flow. Due to the relaxation Yoga provides, it can slow down the heart rate by introducing excess oxygen into the body’s internal systems.

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Many postures stretch, roll, twist or compress our digestive organs, maintaining their fluidity while in constant contact.

This aids in digestion, absorption and excretion.

In reading Pathology texts, we find that the phenomenon of stress is the instigator of so many diseases and imbalances.

Hatha Yoga stresses the component of Dharana (concentration, mindfulness) in its practice. The attentive mind considering breath and movement adds a magical component, primal energy (Prana). The addition of Prana is what allows the deep, stress-reducing relaxation experienced in Yoga practice.

While Hatha Yoga focuses on the body/mind/breath, the remaining components of Yoga practice move towards the knowledge of the Inner Self. As the Yogi's say “the world screams for our attention while our soul whispers.” We need to shut out the noise in order to connect with the silence.

Michael Rosen-Pyros, D.C. has practiced Yoga since 1968.

He has taught anatomy and philosophy at Yoga Teacher Training programs throughout Tampa Bay, has classes at his home Studio in Sarasota, and practices a combination of Chiropractic and Thai Massage. He is the author of Life in a Spacesuit - Anatomy for Mystics. (Available at Amazon. com) To learn more visit BareFootChiropractor.com or RosenPyros@Mac.com.

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Garden of the Heart Yoga Center Garden of the Heart was voted Sarasota’s #1 Favorite Yoga Studio the past 2 years, and it is easy to see why. Step inside the cool, open space, and stress immediately starts to release. GOH offers yoga and meditation classes for new beginners through advanced and welcomes all body types. Experienced Alignment-based Hatha yoga teachers ensure that everyone is safe and supported. GOH also offers Kirtan, workshops, and teacher trainings.

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Rebekka Mars Yoga, Fitness and Coaching, serving Sarasota and beyond!

Moving from the Midwest a year ago, she brings with her over a decade of personal training and group instruction experience as well as a lifetime of yoga. Recently going global with online services, she now helps even more clients become embodied, whether they’re looking to deepen their yoga practice, become stronger, or more flexible. Rebekka loves guiding others through the navigation of life’s waves.

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Body Heat Yoga Studio Body Heat Yoga studio is Sarasota’s only yoga studio in that offers both the Bikram Style Yoga and Hot Power Flow Classes. Kelly opened Body Heat with the vision to create a fitness and stretching based yoga studio where you can come practice yoga in comfort. All of their classes are done in warm temperatures/ some hotter than others to create a detox, a muscle stretch and to burn those extra calories!

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Soul Yoga Sanctuary Soul Yoga Sanctuary is Sarasota’s premiere power yoga studio. Offering a hot, Vinyasa flow, this all-levels studio aims to give you both a physical release, as well as mental emotional. Soul pairs breathe with movement giving you an important mind-body connection that will energize and replenish your system. With mindful attention to alignment and flow, Soul creates a practice infused with freedom, love and peace.

Classes offered daily. Schedule and more can be found online or call.

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Tidal Bliss Yoga “Ride the waves of your breath. Ride the waves of life. Feel your bliss.”

Experience a love of all things yoga and nature. Find balance, working your mind, body and soul. Offering land and SUP yoga, family classes and workshops, Tidal Bliss Yoga helps you embrace a healthy, happy lifestyle.

Founder and instructor, Chandra Reilly is Yoga Alliance RYT-200, Stoked Yogi SUP yoga and Paddlefit certified.

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ionie Body & Mind Retreat The ionie Retreat and raw food café has a variety of yoga classes to fit your individual needs. Resident teachers are Olga Hosszu and Robyn Abadie. Olga teaches various types and levels including yoga for beginners, yin/restorative yoga, chair yoga as well as one on one, private and outdoor classes. Robyn offers gentle yoga and age 55 and over classes.

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The Yoga Shack The Yoga Shack is a Power Vinyasa Yoga studio located in downtown Sarasota, owned by Courtenay Hitchon, who was initially attracted to yoga for the physical benefits, and quickly learned that yoga offers so much more. Their mission is to share the gift of yoga with anyone who wants to add depth and strength to their physical practice, and also to anyone who wants to explore the healing benefits yoga has to offer mentally and spiritually.

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Hot Yoga 4 You Yolanda Nash has recently relocated with her family to the Sarasota area and is eagerly awaiting the opening of her third studio. Pioneering the hot yoga movement of New York, her studios are known for perfecting the balance between compassionate teaching and disciplined methodology. This balance is what allows both the beginner and seasoned practitioner to share the same space and receive equal attention and encouragement. She is thrilled to bring her experience to the Sarasota community.

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CircuSoul Yoga CircuSoul Yoga is a purpose driven yoga studio and registered yoga school at the RYS200 level. We offer instruction in Hot & Warm Yoga, Aerial Yoga, Aerial Dance, Yin & Restorative Yoga, Chair & Kripalu Yoga, and AcroYoga. We offer yoga teacher trainings in Hatha/Vinyasa and Aerial Yoga. Circusoul also offers classes in circus arts, youth circus, and kids Aerial Yoga. We manufacture and sell our own brand of Aerial Yoga hammocks worldwide.

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Yoga Instructors Kerry Tice 4141 S. Tamiami Trail #6 Sarasota, Florida 34231 941-922-9642 CircuSoul.com Kelli Jaco, MA, CPT, RYT, CSN 5712 Lawton Dr Sarasota, FL 34233 (c) 941-586-2355 JacoBoxing.com SarasotaPowerYoga.com Chandra Reilly 941 address Ste 941 Sarasota, Fl 34210 941-416-7449.

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Courtenay Hitchon 423 N Lemon Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-548-1841 TheYogaShackSarasota.com

Hot Yoga 4924 Fruitville Rd. Sarasota, FL 34232 941-735-8660 BodyHeatSarasota.com

Rebekka Mars Fleet Feet 711 S Osprey Ave #1 Sarasota, FL 34236 573-268-7247 RebekkaMars.com

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Olga Hosszu 1241 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, Fl 34234 941-955-4599 ionie.com

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Garden of the Heart Yoga Center 2888 Ringling Blvd, (At Tuttle Ave.) Sarasota, Fl 34237 941-341-9781 GardenOfTheHeartYoga.com

Margie Pacher, M.Ed., E-RYT 3840 S. Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239 MargiePacherYoga.com MargiePacher@yahoo.com

Prana Yoga and Healing Center 3840 S. Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239 MargiePacherYoga.com MargiePacher@yahoo.com

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Yoga From the Heart Lynn Burgess 2010 Pine Terrace Sarasota, FL 34231 941-379-8451

Candice Trinklein Body Heat Yoga SRQ 4924 Fruitville Rd Sarasota, FL 342 941-376-0604

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Yoga Lessons Private Hatha Michael Rosen-Pyros 941-371-7263

Yoga Studios Soul Yoga Sanctuary 5712 Lawton Dr Sarasota, FL 34233 (c) 941-586-2355 JacoBoxing.com SarasotaPowerYoga.com

Prana Yoga Margie Pacher 3840 S.Osprey Ave SRQ, FL 34239 941-928-2137 Yoga SRQ 5900 s. TamiamiTr SRQ, FL 34231 941-955-4777

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GREENZONE HEROES FALL GAMES I ummer is coming to an end but SRQ is heating up! Does adventure course through your veins ?

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Coming this November Green Zone Heroes, an innovative event management company with a focus on building veteran community relations, will be hosting their very first event at Nathan Benderson Park Saturday, November 7th, 2015. Adventurers and Veterans alike will be able to get outside and conquer a twenty-eight feature obstacle course that spans over 5k in distance and navigates both land and water challenges. In addition to the obstacle course, where your body will be pushed to it's limits, there will also be strategy based puzzles hunts to test the mind.

Participants will have to use their wits to find clues that will lead to some exciting prizes! Community relations is held in the highest regard with GZH(Green Zone Heros) and they are on the front lines to truly make a difference in both Veterans and civilians lives by connecting a shared passion for adventure.

The obstacle course is a multi-skilled, multi-age challenge adventure that is designed for everyone. The course has three

levels, Sector Alpha (Green/beginner), Sector Bravo (Blue/intermediate), and Sector Charlie (Black, advanced).

ALPHA- Don’t be fooled by Sector Alpha it’s a challenging course even for the stoutest beginner. You’ll be zigzagging, crawling, climbing, balancing and having a “foamazing” time.

BRAVO- Now it’s time to kick it up a notch. Come test out your strength, agility and endurance in our seventeen (17) obstacle challenge. You’ll complete all of Alpha Sector and then be welcomed to Sector Bravo by the jungle swing followed by a series of true obstacle challenges. Bring your target skills and receive a recognition wristband for your prowess on the range. Then ring a bell and head off towards the “Haymalayas”.

CHARLIE- You’ll complete all of Sectors Alpha and Bravo then traverse water by rope to meet up with our GZH drill sergeants who will put you through a rigorous PT session. Then it’s off to the water again only to be greeted by the glacial pool where it’s cool waters with prepare you for the rolling pin then into the spiders den. Ring another bell and swim across to be welcomed to the jungle.

Veterans will have the opportunity to meet fellow veterans and be part of their Veterans’ Connection. There will also be a special event, “Race with Your Hero” which will feature teams made up of a youth 7-15 and their hero veteran. Come cheer on our teams and leave a message on the “Thank a Hero” wall. As the only GZH team event, it will bring together a young person and their heart-chosen veteran for a team race through Alpha sector. This special event will touch your heart as you take part in celebrating our heroes and their families.

For individuals not ready for the course yet, try out the featured obstacles. Try pull-ups for heroes and take home a great GZH souvenir. Take a photo with friends at the GZH star photo center and share on social media. Spend the day or just spend a couple hours to hang out with friends and make new ones. There will be live local bands, healthy food, and fun for everyone to experience.

As the first in America to create a company that is specifically focused on bringing the community and veterans together through fun outdoor activities and awareness, this benefit organization donates all funds to long term assistance to all Vets that need help rebuilding

Adventurers and Veterans alike will be able to get outside and conquer a twenty-eight feature obstacle course that spans over 5k in distance and navigates both land and water challenges.

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So Race, climb, volunteer and Be a Hero today!

No barbed wire, no fire, no mud, No crud; just good old-fashioned community fun.

“Everything you do with the GreenZone Hero Community raises money for our veterans. We have a patented methodology that allows for complete transparency and this allows people to see exactly how much money is going to support our veterans. This company is a reflection of everything John and I value.” –Alexandra Coe For more information on GreenZone Heroes, register for their events and their Veterans Connection program, please visit GreenZoneHeroes.com.

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Once you are a member, the support staff builds workouts and nutrition protocols that are personalized to your specific needs. Nutritional guidance can be a controversial thing, with APS, you choose what you want to eat based on the provided food items list that gives you a full nutritional break down.

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produce verses a smoothie. Based on your perception this is actually a good thing, the more produce you get into a glass of juice the higher amount of daily servings of vegetables you’re getting for that day!

Doing both smoothies and juicing are extremely beneficial for your body. Having many different forms of healthy liquid foods in your diet is what heals and strengthens your digestive system, therefore strengthening your immune system. 70% of your immune system is stemmed from your colon- having a blocked or toxic colon is what leads to a weakened immune system leading to a higher risk of bacterial, fungal/yeast and viral infections.

These are common underlying causes to most diseases.

The Battle Between Juicing and Smoothies

by Jaqlyn Tinaro

or those that are deciding on whether to indulge in a smoothie or have an energizing fresh pressed juice, the struggle is real.

While both are extremely beneficial to our overall wellbeing it is important to know the difference between the two and more importantly when each is necessary. Keep it Simple. Here is a crash course on the differences between smoothies and juices that can be utilized to fuel healthy lifestyles and help to conquer individual goals.

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are packed with fibers, it slows down the digestion process, making it more of a meal replacement as opposed to a quick energy boost.

Fit2Run Fitness bar serves made-to-order smoothies and foods based on the fact that they saw a need for people to have more viable energy and nutrition in their lives. “There’s really a need for fresh natural food and drinks in the UTC area, “says Bill Robinson from Fit2Run. Even with shopping and walking around people’s endurance starts to run low. Smoothies are an excellent avenue for sustainable energy throughout the day.

When it comes to juicing, making 1 glass of pressed greens juice it’s going to take at least triple the amount of

Karen Odierna, Founder and Chief Mixologist of CROPjuice, received her RN, BSN from the University of Florida. Upon seeing the amazing effects 100% organic leafy green juice had on her friends and family, Odierna decided to create a line of leafy green juices. “Whether it is a smoothie or juice, I support any avenue for one to increase his/her fruit and veggie intake.

I personally used to blend smoothies every morning until I discovered cold pressed juices. The work involved in blending is much less than juicing, but the immense benefits I experienced consuming nutrient dense (more leafy greens) pulp free juice made the extra work and cost worthwhile. My cravings for sugar decreased dramatically, my energy levels increased and I never felt sleepy like I sometimes did after consuming a smoothie.

For people that are active, having a greens juice 30-45 minutes before a workout is excellent for blood flow, accelerated tissue and muscle repair and gives the body an abundance of energy. Once done with a workout, doing a beet/greens and fruit juice blend will help with overall recovery due to the minerals from the beets and the glycogen from the fructose. 30-45 minutes after the beet juice is the optimal time to have a protein smoothie.

Different Types of Juicers & Blenders Centrifugal Juicer – These types of juicers have a spinning blade that breaks apart the cell wall and enzymes of the fruits and vegetables, forcing

the juice out. As the blade continues to spin, oxygen and heat emits due to friction and speed, causing the integrity of the nutrients to become diminished.

Since the enzymes have already been broken apart the juice has a fast oxidation rate, leading to the vitamins to die off quicker. In order to insure there is as much nutrient density as possible, individuals must drink the juice within 15 minutes of production.

Masticating Juicer – Also known as a “cold press machine”. These juicers crush the cell wall, pushing and pressurizing the produce without damaging the integrity of the enzymes within the juice. Due to this process the juice has a longer shelf life (if there is limited exposure to oxygen) and a much higher nutrient density.

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Contrary to popular belief, juices and smoothies that are mass produced and bought in a grocery store are not the same thing as fresh pressed/cold pressed juice or fresh smoothies. They are always pasteurized and most of the time, from concentrate. Both processes involve heat, therefore killing all enzymes & naturally occurring vitamins within the juice.” Juice from concentrate”, means that the juice was boiled down to syrup and reconstituted with water, which has little to no nutritional value. The healthy natural fructose sugars that were once beneficial are now just as harmful as any other processed sugar. By continuing to stay mindful of the differences and effects of Smoothies vs. Juicing a healthy lifestyle can and will be achieved.

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by Sara Blackwell

here is a reason many of the participants in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (“BJJ”) are doctors, lawyers, and successful business owners. BJJ is a fitness game of chess played in a fight with the winner being the most intellectual player.

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BJJ, also known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (named after one of the pioneers: Helio Gracie), was born in 1882 as an adaptation of Judo, with an enhanced focus on moves that empower weaker and smaller people against bigger and stronger opponents.

Athletically challenging, an aerobic and anaerobic activating exercise; BJJ is a great strengthening workout for the entire body. It is a learned skill of combat and self-defense, resulting in far more than just a simple form of physical fitness.

Thadeu Vieira, Owner of Vieira BJJ (located in the Westfield Sarasota Square Mall near Sears) states, “Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a fantastic work-out, intellectual challenge

and a wonderful source of self-defense for everyone. I encourage men, women and children to try it at least once or twice for the physical fitness, fun and self-defense. You will be addicted!”

Boxing against a bag and kickboxing against a matted post are enjoyable fighting-types of work outs. However, most participants in boxing and kickboxing classes do not actually want someone to punch or kick them in a sparring match. Punching a bag is very different than actual person to person contact.

The main difference in BJJ is no one is punching or kicking you; therefore, it is less intimidating than sparring. It is a person to person fight that can be accomplished by anyone, at any age, at any fitness level. Moreover, hitting and kicking a bag will not always help defend a person if they are personally attacked.

The main focus of BJJ fighting is on the ground.

The fight begins with the two participants standing, with multiple options to take the opponent to the ground. Both individuals are trying the techniques they know best to get the other person on his back. The person with the most skill and knowledge will be the one to get the other one on the floor, size is a small component of who lands on the ground first. Once on the ground, the real fight begins. Each fighter is attempting to successfully execute various offensive and defensive moves without the use of punching or kicking.

Three taps are available to all participants at any time, insuring there is little opportunity for actual pain or injury. A fight could include a knee to the other person’s abdomen, flipping from bottom to top with skill and technique (regardless of the size or strength of the person on top) and chokes with the arms, legs and with the Gi (the outfit worn in BJJ).

What makes BJJ a game of physical chess is that the more moves a person knows and can execute, the better he will be in a fight. But it is more than that. A person can know all of the techniques, but the moment there is an actual fight; the mind and body become overwhelmed causing them to be forgotten. BJJ trains the fighter to build muscle memory helping the body to act naturally during a fight. An even more skilled fighter will know what move

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BJJ teaches how to submit, and escape from, the arm bar by using multiple techniques. An arm bar is completed in different ways but generally the attacker takes the opponent’s arm squeezing their wrist against the attacker’s chest.

The attacker positions herself so that the opponent’s arm (under the elbow) is between her legs. The legs are usually over the opponent with his body under the legs. Then the attacker squeezes her legs and raises her hips, holding the arm tight against her chest.

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by Manoj Mathew, MD

CHILDHOOD OBESITY CONTINUES TO RISE The average life expectancy of today's adults, roughly 77 years, is at least four to nine months shorter than it would be if there was no obesity. That means that obesity is already shortening average life spans by a greater rate than accidents, homicides and suicides combined.

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id you know that for the first time ever, children between the ages of 6 to 13 years old are expected to have a shorter life expectancy than their parents? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US childhood obesity rates have more than tripled in the past thirty years. The average life expectancy of today's adults, roughly 77 years, is at least four to nine months shorter than it would be if there was no obesity. That means that obesity is already shortening average life spans by a greater rate than accidents, homicides and suicides combined. Unfortunately these statistics are implying that the likelihood of children dying before their parents is on the rise.

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With school approaching, parents need to be aware of the growing epidemic in this country, childhood obesity. As an example, here is a portrayal of a boy we will call Johnny. Johnny is born a healthy child, and is quickly introduced

to hours of video games, television and all other electronic devices. Johnny discovers chips, junk food, artificially flavored beverages and quickly becomes addicted. Consuming these foods regularly, he goes to school and sits studying for hours and hours a day. His schedule gets so busy; he now begins to eat fast food on the go. At this point he is considered mildly obese and due to the circumstances, Johnny is too tired to exercise. As a result he gains an extra 10 pounds and is now at the point of moderately obese. Johnny now doesn’t engage in any exercise, therefore gains an additional 20-30 pounds. At this point he is now severely obese and clinically depressed. Over this period of time his energy levels, mood and behavior have changed drastically since the introduction of processed/artificial foods, resulting in diagnosis of ADD, ADHD, and several personality disorders.

Fast forward‌ as an adult, Johnny now is considered clinically obese, on multiple prescription medications with a series of side effects and is faced with a musculoskeletal disease which prevents him from any exercise. He is at risk for Coronary Artery Disease, Pulmonary Disease, kidney failure, liver damage, severe nutrient deficiencies, Diabetes and several types of Cancers which all result in high medical bills and mortality. What went wrong with Johnny?

Obesity in children and adolescents is on the rise. The CDC states, the percentage of children aged 6–11 years in the United States who were obese increased from 7% in 1980 to nearly 18% in 2012. Similarly, the percentage of adolescents aged 12–19 years who were obese increased from 5% to nearly 21% over the same period. Overweight and obesity are the result of “caloric imbalance”—too few calories expended for the amount of calories consumed—and are affected by various genetic, behavioral, and environmental factors. Along with caloric imbalance is the consumption of “empty calories”. Processed foods that are high in sugars and low in nutrients are being consumed at an accelerated rate due to the fact that the body craves what it does not have or is not absorbed. Since these foods contain no true nutritional value, the body is never truly satisfied therefore over eating has become a huge issue in America.

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Prior to your child entering school it is important to schedule an annual physical with a pediatrician or family doctor. This appointment must include an evaluation of the child’s growth chart.

The chart is easy to follow: Normal Healthy weight will fall between the 5th - 85th percentile based on height and weight Overweight will fall between the 85th percentile - less than 95th percentile

If your child is in the overweight or obese category you must think of the story of Johnny. Implement “The 5210 Program” or seek help from a physician specializing in obesity management. The time to prevent long term obesity related disease begins in childhood.

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here is no doubt that there is a price to pay for fitness. Repetitive stress, minor injuries, improper form and biomechanical imbalances can become amplified when ignored and lead to bigger issues. These set-backs can interrupt workout schedules and hinder gains. Since the late 19th century, scores of people have found solace in Chiropractic care.

Chiropractic is more than a fix for back pain, focusing on disorders of the entire musculoskeletal and nervous systems. The spine is generally the focus of most Chiropractor’s hands, reducing pain and restoring or enhancing joint function, but many techniques go beyond the spine and treat imbalances in motor patterns; rehabilitating soft tissue injuries and restoring function to joints in the extremities.

Athletic-minded individuals, whether new to Chiropractic or not, may be unfamiliar with techniques that are geared towards a more active lifestyle. This glossar provides definitions of terms and explanations of just some of the many techniques utilized locally to treat active adults.

Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) A.R.T. involves the dissolution of scar tissue. When trauma or every day strains

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occur, the body responds by depositing a dense tissue referred to as scar tissue. Scar tissue shortens and weakens soft tissue therefore resulting in pain, decreased range of motion or excessive strain. By breaking up the scar tissue located in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons; healthy tissue can regenerate.

Every A.R.T. session is actually a combination of examination and treatment. The A.R.T. provider uses their hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Abnormal tissues are treated by combining precisely directed tension with very specific patient movements.

Integrative Diagnosis Integrative Diagnosis providers focus on the treatment of adhesion. Adhesion is the most

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common, underdiagnosed, and luckily the most reversible pathology in the musculoskeletal system. When adhesion is present it can result in deacreased mobility, decreased strength and pain. Integrative Diagnosis providers are trained to remove adhesion; thus resulting in healthy muscles that stretch and contract properly allowing for pain free joint motion.

Laser Therapy Laser therapy treatment helps reduce pain and inflammation and enhances tissue healing—both in hard and soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, and even bones. It increases oxygenation of tissues and allows injured or damaged cells to absorb photons of light, which speeds healing. Class 4 laser therapy can be effectively combined with a number of other Chiropractic modalities.

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Nimmo Developed by Dr. Nimmo, uses thumb, elbow or a “Nimmo Tee” to apply pressure to trigger points to reduce pain and edema associated with the subluxation complex.

Performance Movement Techniques Is a process and system designed by chiropractic physicians to eliminate pain, then fix or stabilize the injured area to keep you pain free and functioning at your best for years to come.Progressive Rehab is the combination of precise chiropractic adjustments with pain relieving and stabilizing movement therapies.

This addresses the muscles, joints, and alignment in the same visit offering quick relief of pain and restoration of movement patterns.

Sports Chiropractic

Many doctors of chiropractic specialize in injuries that occur during sports activities: (concussion, sprain/strains of the ankle, knee, wrist etc.)

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Thairopractic Developed by Sarasota resident and Chiropractic Physician, Michael Rosenpyros, Thairopractic is a therapeutic method that brings together the traditions of Chiropractic and Thai Yoga Massage. Chiropractic works towards balance of the Innate healing energies of the body, while Thai Massage works with the specific energies of prana/chithat circulate around and throughout the body. The synthesis of the two amplifies the effect of both.

For more information about the specific chiropractic techniques mentioned, and how they can help alleviate pain and improve performance, contact one of the local providers below, or visit ACASC.org.

Dr. Jason Cross is a Chiropractic Physician in Bradenton, an active CrossFitter and overall fitness enthusiast. After 11 years in private practice in Sarasota, he enjoys educating the community on health, nutrition and functional fitness. He can be reached at Jason@Fit941.com.

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The Reality of Soft Tissue Injury and Repair Without proper rehab, smaller traumas create limitations in mobility and stability that sets us up for a larger injury. It’s the continued cycle of repetitive injury and incomplete repair that create the chronic health issues that eventually sideline us. It’s not as simple as reducing swelling and eliminating pain, because that is only the beginning of the repair process.

et’s face it; those of us who choose an active lifestyle are going to face multiple injuries in our lifetime. While many injuries may be minor, there can be a cumulative effect over time. Without proper rehab, smaller traumas create limitations in mobility and stability that sets us up for a larger injury. It’s the continued cycle of repetitive injury and incomplete repair that create the chronic health issues that eventually sideline us. It’s not as simple as reducing swelling and eliminating pain, because that is only the beginning of the repair process.

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Soft tissues consist of muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, cartilage, blood vessels and nerves. These all work in harmony to allow our bodies to properly function and move. Muscles, tendons and ligaments are the soft tissues that are mainly involved in movement. Muscles are attached to bone by tendon and work in harmony to move the bones.

Bones are connected by ligaments that form joints and allow articular surfaces to glide more smoothly. When we suffer an injury, sports or trauma related, we are setting in motion a three phase process of repair.

The first phase of soft tissue repair following injury is known as the Inflammatory Phase, which lasts for up to 72 hours. During this phase, blood cells rush in to provide nutrients and clean up the damage. Swelling and pain are characteristic during this period. You can assist the healing process by applying ice (not heat) and elevation of the injured area. Ice should be limited to no more than 30 minutes at a time and not placed directly on the skin. A Proteolytic Enzyme Formula (taken be-

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tween meals and always on an empty stomach) can also be used to help support the initial phase of repair.

The second phase is called the Repair Phase, which may last for several months. Immune cells migrate to the area of injury to release growth factors and proteins that help direct the repair process. Collagen is synthesized to bridge the gaps and create a matrix for the repair process to begin. During this phase it is important to use caution with Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs: Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Motrin, Ibuprophen, etc.) and Corticosteroids that have been shown to damage articular cartilage and weaken collagen repair. A better approach would be to eat a healthy diet, increase supplementation and hydration to supply the proper nutrients required for repair. Early mobilizaWhen we suffer an injury, sports or trauma related, we are setting in motion a three phase process of repair. tion using chiropractic manipulation, muscle work and targeted progressive rehab have been shown to break up scar tissue and properly direct the orientation of collagen fibers. Full mobilization of the joint is the goal of therapy during this phase of repair.

The third phase of repair is called the Remodeling Phase and can last from 12 months post injury to years.

During this phase the collagen fibers mature and strengthen to be able to withstand the stresses placed on the soft tissue. Specific stabilization exercises are vital during this phase to ensure the soft tissue fibers support the joint and properly anchor the muscle. If the area is not stabilized and the proper alignment of joint surfaces is not achieved, then the repaired tissue will become prone to future injury. It’s a common misconception that injured soft tissue will be as strong as it was prior to injury.

In reality, scar tissue is not as strong and will always remain weaker than the undamaged tissue. Still there is much an athlete can do to obtain a

more favorable outcome in soft tissue repair with the help of a properly trained healthcare practitioner and some home therapy.

There are a number of techniques like Chiropractic Manipulation, Graston (Guasha), Active Release Technique (ART), Voodoo Flossing (Compression Shearing), Progressive Rehab, Rock Tape, and Myofacial Release that a practitioner may use to optimize the soft tissue repair process. Athletes can also utilize foam rolling, muscle work using therapy balls, mobilization using monster bands and stabilization exercises to support soft tissue repair outside of the office. In the end, the goal is to keep us all doing what we love by restoring proper function and mobility to our soft tissues.

Dr. Mark Lewis is a Chiropractic Physician at HealthSource Chiropractic and Progressive Wellness (www.HealthSourceManatee.com). He uses a functional movement exam to identify musculoskeletal problems, which he treats using a combination of chiropractic, progressive rehab, and muscle work to restore proper movement.

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chool is back in session, the temperatures are still high, and the kids need activities to keep them moving. Summer has past, but there is still no time like the present for your children to learn to swim. This skill is a critical one, especially for anyone living here on the Gulf Coast of Florida. We are surrounded by water and children come in close proximity to large bodies of water on almost a daily basis. Without key survival skills and comfort with aquatic scenarios, kids are at risk of accidental drowning. The CDC reports that unintentional drowning is responsible for more deaths among children 1-4 than any other cause except congenital anomalies (birth defects).

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Aquatic Center, which is located at 2650 Waldemere Street in Sarasota.

On their website, they state, “As soon as your child is capable of independent motion, they are capable of getting into water and drowning. Therefore, water conditioning and water adaptation lessons should begin as early as 1 week old or as soon as possible.” This may come as a shock to many parents, who may have assumed they had more time before having yet another safety concern to add to the list. This is why Sarasota Swim Academy has their water conditioning and water adaptation programs. This will help acclimate your baby to water and get him or her comfortable as early as possible, creating a positive association with water for life.

able moving and walking in the water without assistance. If this is not the case, they offer Water Smart, a skill building class. One thing they are adamant about is that they do not consider swimming under the water and doggy paddling to be real ‘swimming.’ They use a high standard meant to keep people of all ages safe and to save lives. The focus is on proper air exchange and breath control, as studies have found that humans can only swim about 200 yards without breathing effectively. Sarasota Swim Academy only considers someone a true swimmer when they can swim 300 yards non-stop, and swim 6 different styles of swimming.

Sarasota Swim Academy’s learn to swim lessons are for children already comfortable in the water and comfort-

For more information on class availabilities and cost, call 941-928-9948 or email coachcindy@sarasotaswimacademy.org.

We are surrounded by water and children come in close proximity to large bodies of water on almost a daily basis. Without key survival skills and comfort with aquatic scenarios, kids are at risk of accidental drowning.

School of Fish (SOF) is an excellent place for children and adults of all ages to learn how to swim. Their mission is to help learn critical survival skills, develop safe swimming habits and a healthy respect for water. They do this through teaching techniques on developing skills that are commensurate with their swimming performance goals.

School of Fish thrives to get people to participate in activities that contribute to a achieving a lifetime of wellbeing. In addition to safety and skill development, SOF strives to create an enriching experience by optimizing the instructor-to-student ratio. They offer cost-effective group classes and delivers an appropriate level of direct instruction for participants at different skill levels.

For more information on class availabilities and costs, you can go to their website SchoolOfFishSwimmingLesson.vpweb.com, call 941-907-8482 or email MJBHaus@aol.com Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) is another great resource, especially for younger children and babies, is the drowning prevention program offered by Sarasota Swim Kids, located at 1044 Tocobaga Lane in Sarasota. The Infant Swimming Resource, with its trademarked Self-Rescue program, has been nationally recognized as one of the safest providers of survival swimming lessons for infants and young children. The focus is primarily on safety and effectiveness, and it is the world’s leading behavioral science based instructional program.

Teaching drowning prevention techniques in addition to actual swimming lessons is what separates ISR from other programs. ISR’s network of highly qualified, Certified Instructors has given over seven million safe and successful lessons to infants and young children around the world. This has led to nearly 800 documented cases of a child using ISR’s survival techniques to save their own lives. Your child will learn these techniques from a well-trained instructor that will customize your child’s lessons based on their emotional, physical, and cognitive abilities. This will allow them to enjoy the water this summer and for the rest of their lives with competence and confidence.

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Sharks Swim Team, Youth Development – 5:306:30pm. You know your kids would love to swim with the National Champions, the Sharks. As long as your child is between 6 and 18 years old, and ready to swim, have them bring their bathing suit for this great opportunity to swim 25 yards with members of the team. Evalyn Sadlier Jones Branch, Selby Aquatic Center (outdoor pool), 8301 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota.

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Mr. Beery's Group Race – 6:157:30pm. Join us for a 28 mile ride through Legacy Trail, Casey Key, and then back to Beery’s. Lights are required on this A-B paced ride. Mr. Beery's, 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota.

Fun Run – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s free weekly Fun2Run. It's a 3–5 mile social/non-competitive loop.

Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. Featuring Saucony and CEP demos. Run with the power grid. You can test out the latest merchandise from top brands, and try out new shoes you’ve been thinking about. Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, Ste 110, Sarasota. 941358-5100. For more information visit Fit2Run.com.

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family, there's fun for all ages at this 5K run. If you choose to walk, run, or jog, you can test your skills at any level. Free. New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota.

941-921-3696. Events@NewBalanceSarasota.com.

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Canes Classic – 8am. Come out early for the 5k, or 9:15am for a family and kid friendly 1k. What a great family event! Race is open to all ages and all levels. Run or walk over grass and trails, or just stick to the road. As always the refreshments are a wide variety such as bagels and peanut butter, chips and pizza. Don't forget awards and the great door prizes. $40/5k, $20/1k, discount for early registration. G.T. Bray's 51st St Park, 2900 51st St W, Bradenton.

If you would like more details, you may contact Rae Ann Darling Reed.

To register, please go to CanesClassic.com.

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Remember the Fallen 5K Packet Pick-Up – 4-8pm. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941364-2600. Fit2Run.com.

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Family Yoga at Selby Gardens – 4-4:45pm. Everyone knows the wonderful effect yoga can have on you, and the benefits for kids are wonderful. This class is for kids 4 to 10 years of age. They will learn basic yoga poses, gain flexibility and strength, but most of all, self-esteem. Prices are per session.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 S Palm Ave, Sarasota.

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5th Annual Remember the Fallen – 7:30am. Come out today and give it your best. We know they did, the fallen ones. Join us for this 5k run, with awards for a wide variety of categories. There will even be a Fire Fighters special challenge.

Run in your full bunker gear. Our post-race party includes food, beer, and music. All proceeds to benefit the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation and the NPFR Honor Guard. $25-$30. George C Mellen Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port. For more information call Richard at 941-539-9993. You may also email RYArnall@CityOfNorthPort.com.

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Sarasota-Manatee Heart Walk – 7:30am. Join us for a day of walking to help the American Heart Association. We are thanking you in advance, you the walkers, the donators, and all who volunteer at our events.

Free. Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. For general inquiries Stephanie Dean at 727-563-8013. Stephanie.Dean@ Heart.org.

Life's a Beach Triathlon – 8am.

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Yoga on the Terrace – 8:30-9:30am.

This is a complementary yoga class that will take place on the beautiful terrace that overlooks the stunning Sarasota Bay. The instructors are Kelli Jaco and Marina Bourantonis.

They will be teaching vinyasa flow yoga that is designed for any level.

There will be refreshments provided after class. Free. The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota. 941-3595700.

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Fun Run – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s free weekly Fun2Run. It's a 3–5 mile social/non-competitive loop. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. Featuring Saucony demo. Test out the latest merchandise from Fit2Run’s top brands. Try out new shoes you’ve been thinking about. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941364-2600. Fit2Run.com.

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Ghost Run – 4pm. A chip timed 5k that has you running through downtown Bradenton and along River Walkway. What a view!

Those with strollers are welcome, and also little running ghosts. There will also be a 1 mile fitness walk, poker walk, and dashes for the kids' ghost. For more information call 941-358-5100, or Doug Schiller at 941-932-6147. For details and forms go to Fit2Run.com. To register on line, go to Active.com.

Fun Run – 6:30pm. Mizuno demo.

Ride the Mizuno Wave. Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, Ste 110, Sarasota. 941-358-5100. Fit2Run. com.

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Brain Tumor Alliance – You decide how far you want to push yourself. There will be a 100K,

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There will also be raffles and prizes, and lunch is provided for the riders.

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Global Mala Day Celebration – 7:30-9:30am.

Hosted by Cheryl Chaffe. Join us in celebrating this international day of peace and dedication. In order to help raise the global vibration for healing, peace, and love, Yogi's around the world will be doing 108 sun salutations on this day. There will be live music for your listening pleasure. To be held at North Lido Beach, directly across the street from the Holiday Inn.

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Nike Demo – 6:30pm. Fun Run featuring a Nike demo.

Test out the latest merchandise from Fit2Run’s top brands during Fun Runs. Try out new shoes you’ve been thinking about. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-3642600. Fit2Run.com.

Monthly Social at Danny's Pizzeria – 7pm. A night out with your running friends. On the third Monday of every month, the Bradenton Running Club will be gathering together for a family friendly dinner. This is not a sponsored event. You are responsible for your meals. Danny's Pizzeria, 7220 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton.

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National Girls Night Out – 6:30pm. The night will consist of a strength/cardio work out, music from our local DJ, vendors with samples and education, a beauty bar, and light bites and drinks. A goody bag filled with New Balance give-a-ways, and many items from our vendors. First 50 girls that RSVP and attend, will get a Girls Run This Town tank. New Balance, 1872 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota. 941-

Fun Run – 6:30 p.m. Personal best fun run. Prizes and awards. Challenge yourself and others to achieve more. Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, Ste 110, Sarasota. 941358-5100. Fit2Run.com.

Lifeguard Certification – For ages 13 and up. If you're able to complete this course, you will become a StarGuard Certified Lifegaurd. You will have learned CPR, first aid, how to administer oxygen, and an AED certification. You must attend all three days to be certified. Job opportunities may be available to those 16 and older. $200/members, $250/non-members.

Frank G Berlin, Sr Branch YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. For more information please call Lauran DeLagrange, 941-955-8194 x122.

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Howl at the Moon IV – 8-11pm. Come out this evening to participate under the stars and howl at the moon in this exciting event. Enjoy a post-race party with Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza and beer. Several award categories, and a great way to enjoy the beautiful fall weather! Pre-register before September 13th $25/adult, $15/youth, late registration $30-$35. Charlotte Sports Park, 2300 El JoBean Rd, SR776, Port Charlotte. Register online at RunSignUp.com/Race/FL/ PortCharlotte?BoccaLupoHolwAtTh eMoon5KIV.

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Fun Run – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s free weekly Fun2Run. It's a 3–5 mile social/non-competitive loop. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. Featuring a CEP demo. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-364-2600.

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31st Annual Siesta Key Triathlon – Come out for one

of the oldest triathlons in Florida.

Those willing to go retro and lose the electronics can embrace the old school mentality, and enjoy just racing with friends. 80's racing gear is optional, but not required. This race is part of the Storm Race Series. You will be swimming a 1/2 mile, biking 13 miles, and running for 3.1 miles.

Help make this event a triathlon festival. It will benefit the YMCA Sharks Swim Team. Use GORETRO for 20% off registration. Siesta Key Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota. Contact Steve Butler at 941-376-3524 for more information. SiestaKeyTri@ Gmail.com. SiestaKeyTriathlon.org/.

Fun Run – 7-9am. Bring the whole family, there's fun for all ages at this 5K run. If you choose to walk, run, or jog, you can test your skills at any level. Free. New Balance Sarasota, 1872 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota.

941-921-3696. Events@NewBalanceSarasota.com.

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Grand Opening & Open House – 4-8pm. Join us for our grand opening for our Gyrotonic® training and Pilates studio. Meet instructor Cinde Carroll. We'll be having demos, raffles and so much more.

You can register to win a personal Pilates party, a gift certificate to the Gabriel Center, a gift basket from Richard Whole Foods, and more.

Also, Garden of the Heart Yoga Center will be hosting a free basic level Happy Hour Yoga class from 5-6pm.

You won't want to miss this event.

Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Ste D (2nd flr), Sarasota. (At Gold Tree Plaza, Corner of Ringling Blvd and Tuttle Ave). For more information call 941724-5193. Cinde1@Me.com. Or go to CindeCarroll.com.

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Phillippi Shores 7K & 1 Mile Fun Run – 7-10am. If you like running distance as opposed to speed, you'll want to participate in this 7k event. Maybe you would rather do the 1 mile fun run. It's great for the whole family, and

suits all levels. You can choose to sprint or take a leisurely walk, you decide. Many post-race activities, and refreshments will be provided.

Fees vary for age groups and number of entrants, $12-$70.00. Phillippi Shores Elementary, 4747 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. The organizer of this event is Phillippi Shores Elementary, 941-361-6424. You may also contact Eric Kahl at 941-544-5160. Register at Active.com.

Beer, Boats and Bacon Festival – 3-7pm. Join us for a fun filled evening with over 80 craft and specialty beers. Also, plenty of food to try from local restaurants and caterers.

If beer is not your thing, then how about some wine? Tasting tickets are also available for purchase. Live music is provided by NoNeed, and yes, there will be LOTS of bacon! Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota.

Barbells for Boobs – 4:30pm. Please help team Seaward CrossFit raise money for Barbells for Boobs. We are trying to raise funds for the early detection of breast cancer, in women and men under the age of 40. Money raised at this event is essential to those who are unable to afford early detection screenings. You can make a donation on the fundraising team page. Tell your friends on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We can make a big difference. Seaward CrossFit, 1490 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota.

IMG Academy 5K – 5-8pm. This 3.1 mile course will take you through our campus grounds, starting at the academy's stadium through the professional-grade fields, courts, and buildings. Proceeds from this event go to the IMG Academy's StudentAthlete Foundation. The race ends back at the stadium, where there will be a post-race party with food, beverages, and music to dance the night away. $35-$40. IMG Adademy Stadium, 5650 Bollettieri Blvd, Bradenton. IMGAcademy.Com/Events/ IMG-Academy-5k.

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9:00 a.m. RACE DAY REGISTRATION

5K GHOST RUN & WALK SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015

3:15 p.m. Kid’s Ghost Dashes 4:00 p.m. 5k Ghost Run 4:05 p.m. 5k Ghost Run with Doggies 4:10 p.m. 1 Mile Fitness Walk 4:00 p.m. Poker Walk

Race Starts on Old Main Street in front of the Lost Kangaroo Pub!

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Lycra & Lace/Women's Triathlon in Florida – 8am.

Join us for the largest triathlon, for women in the state of Florida. There are three categories of relay teams, awards for age groups, athena, first timers, and much more. All entrants that finish will receive a medal. So come on out, ladies and have some fun. Relay teams are welcome. Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde. 727-582-2267.

Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run – 8am.

This race is a loop through beautiful, scenic Englewood. This is a scholarship fundraising event. You will be running on dirt and crushed shell.

Whether you are a walker or runner, you'll crossover the Oyster Creek Bridge two times. After the race, take part and enjoy refreshments. If you register by October 7th, you'll also receive a New Balance shirt, and other items. Don't forget to dress in a costume, you could win some fabulous prizes. $15-$25, parking is free.

Ann Dever Memorial Park, 6791 San Casa Dr, Englewood. Register at ZoomersRun.com.

Festivus Games – 8:30am-4:30pm.

How serious are you about your workouts? Are you a beginner, intermediate, or master athlete? It doesn't matter, this one's for you! Put your best to the test at our new facility.

CrossFit Bradenton, 3210 59th Dr E, Unit 103, Bradenton.

Comedy Night at Polo Grill – 8-10pm. Come on out for a night of fun and laughs at the Polo Grill, with host Carmen Ciricillo. No cover charge. Polo Grill and Bar, 10670 Broadwalk Loop, Bradenton. For more information call 941-782-0899.

You can also visit our website at PoloGrillAndBar.com.

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Sprint/International Triathlon & Duathlon Distance Race – 7:30am. Amongst the beauty of the infamous Longboat Key, is the luxury race with the best of amenities. If you choose to participate in the triathlon, you'll swim a 1/2 mile, bike for 20 miles, and run for 2.5

miles. If you choose the duathlon, you'll run 2 miles, bike for 10 miles, and run for 5 miles. Our post-race festivities include table dining and entertainment. If you would like more information or would like to register, please go to LBKTriathlon. com.

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Super Hero 5K – 8am. A super race that is a fund raiser where you can dress up as your favorite super hero, with a mission to run through the streets of Charlotte County, keeping everyone safe. Just as a super hero would. Start at Franz Ross Park YMCA, 19333 Quesada Ave, Port Charlotte. For more information you may contact Cheri Carr 941-629-9622.

5K Zombie Run – 8:30pm. Join us for our second year where you will be wearing 3 flags on a belt. Guard these flags with your life, because that's what they are. Your life.

Zombies are throughout the course just waiting to chase you and grab your flags. Do you think you can do it? If you lose your flags, you can still finish the race. Definitely a fun run challenge! Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota.

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Color Blast 5K Fun Run – 8:30am Check in begins. Not only a race of walking or running, afterward we will have a colorful dance party. First run through 5 different color zones where you will get blasted with color! Then run on down to the dance floor where you can jam with the DJs. There will also be fun giveaways. Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota. MonsterRuns.com.

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7th Annual Florida Halloween Halfathon & 5K – What kind of run are you interested in?

Everything from a virtual run, to a half marathon. You're encouraged to wear a costume, however it is not mandatory. All runners who finish will receive a Halloween Starfish gold medal. There will also be seven aid stations for your convenience.

Walkers are also welcome at this event. Fees are from $30 to $80. Ft De Soto Park, 3500 Bayway S St, Petersburg. 727-347-4440. FloridaHalloweenHalfathon.com.

Boo Run – 8:30am. Fun for the entire family. Not only a race, but a costume contest also. Join us for this 5K run/walk, and receive your bib with chip, goody bag and a T-shirt.

Register early, or on the day of the race. $20/5K individual age group/ open, $10/ Boo Dash/kids under 12.

LWR, Main St, off LWR Blvd. For more information call Jen Tullio at 941-465-7296. You may also go to LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

Challenge Florida Kids Tri – Our goal is to get 100 kids out to enjoy this beautiful course with impressive swag. If you're into swimming, biking or running, this is an event you don't want to miss. If you've never done a triathlon before, you might just amaze yourself, and see what you've really got in you.

Categories consist of age groups 6-9 years, and 10-13 years. Each events distance or length varies by age group. Use RACEFL15 to receive a 15% discount off the registration fee.

Sharky's on the Pier, 1600 Harbor Dr S, Venice. For more information please contact Steve B at 941-3763524.

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Rocket Man Florida Triathlon – This event is sure to be a sell out! There is a limited amount of entries permitted.

You'll be competing in a Classic +, International +, and Half Iron distance. Each event filling you with excitement as you ride inside of the secured gates at the Kennedy Space Center. You will be riding among major space program landmarks.

Start with a swim in the Indian River, run on the riverfront then finish on the streets of Vector Space Blvd, near the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, The Half Iron race will be capped at 250 participants. Enter early at RocketManFlorida.com.

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Trail Hog Half Marathon, 10K & 5K – 7am-noon. From 5k to a half marathon, you can choose which race you'd like to enter. There are time limits at this event, all runners must reach the third aid station by 10:30am. Our aid stations will be providing water, sports drinks and snacks. It's always a good idea to bring your own water also. $27.50$38. Carlton Preserve, 1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice. For more information, please go to Run941. com.

SAVE the DATE November Gulf Coast Cyclefest – 7am. The Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club and Gulf Coast Cyclefest would like you to join them for this great event.

You will be riding in scenic southwest Florida. Choose your distance of 20, 35, 62, or 100 miles. Designed for the whole family as this is not a race, but a day to enjoy the views, the weather, and each other. Breakfast and lunch are provided. $40/by October 1, $45/October 2-29, $50/ October 30-November 1. Start location at 8100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton. Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club 941-232-5678. SMBC.US. Green Zone Heroes – Join us for a 5k land and water obstacle course that will have you crawling, climbing, balancing, and zig-zagging your way at this good old-fashioned community event. You can test your strength, agility and endurance with the multitude of challenges that you'll be up against. Don't forget to bring your target skills! Money raised is for our veterans. For more information on Green Zone Heroes, go to GreenZoneHeroes.com.

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Everything you need to know about staying fit and surviving the holidays. For more information call 941.538.7237 62 FIT941.com

CLASS CALENDAR Sunday Pure Barre – Classes held daily.

Check our online schedule for class times and sign up online. In just 55 minutes you will achieve a full-body workout targeting trouble areas. Pure Barre Sarasota, 3800 S Tamiami Trl, #16, Sarasota. Lindsay Lancaster 941-953-2323. Sarasota@PureBarre. com.

You Choose your Workout – 8amnoon. No WOD is programmed at this time. Members are welcome to use the gym to do lifts or workouts as they choose. Real Fitness Sarasota, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941923-9348.

Yoga with Olga/Gentle Yoga – 9-10am. Ionie Healing Center & Raw Food Cafe, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 727-748-7151. SarasotaYogaWithOlga.com. Ionie.com/ Classes/.

Workout Experience Boxing – 1011am. 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.

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the music. You’ll feel renewed and energized. Pure Barre, Crossroads Shopping Center, 3800 S Tamiami Trl, #16, Sarasota. 941-953-2323.

Monday

Ton of Fun – Every Monday until November 20th, we are challenging your area to lose one ton, yes, that’s right, 2,000 pounds of weight. Everyone has their personal goals in their mind, now we can do it together, by supporting each other. No matter how much you want to, or need to lose, we can do it by supporting each other. $25-$50. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Ste #1, Sarasota.

If you have questions, please call 941-894-3338.

POD Training – 5:45-6:45am. Class will be a circuit using free-weights, plyometrics, HIT, cardio, and strong emphasis on core. Advantage Fit Club, 8383 S Tamiami Trl #14, Sarasota. Contact Eric Gross with questions at 941-927-4348. DericGross@ Gmail.com.

Kai – 10:30-11:30am. Kai is a group cardio class that can burn as much as 800 calories per hour. Dance and yoga blend. Kai Moves, 5000 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. If you have any questions, please call Kelly Atkins at 941-928-8866. MBFDancer@AOL. com.

Urban Fit – 6-7am. This is an 8 week course starting September 14th.

Stop and look around you. If you’re not able to make it to a gym, look what your surroundings have to offer.

Use park benches, walls, stairs, and bridges. By using these items you can get a great workout, even work your cardio. We can accommodate all ability levels. $95/per session, $80/if registered two weeks before start date. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Ste 1, Sarasota. 941894-3338. If you have any questions contact Coach Emily Whitney at Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

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Cycle X – 8am. With Dave. Traditional heart pumping indoor cycling, mixed with exercises on and off the bike. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

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Mexican Madness with Javier – 8:30am. A high intensity cardio boxing, MMA class taught by Javier Torres, UFC fighter. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271.

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The Real Ride – 9am. There is a 15mph limit on Legacy trail. Pace is 17-19. This is a 40 mile ride. Location, Best Friends, 5110 Clark Rd, Sarasota. Contact David H 941-9275936, or Gary F 941-400-2710.

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. 941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ. com.

Insanity Challenge Group – 9:1510am. Think explosive cardio and plyometric drills with non-stop intervals of strength, power & resistance! Red Tiger, 4581 Ashton Rd, Sarasota. Donna Dodd 866-3222145. PositivelyDiesel@Gmail.com.

Punch and Kick – 9:30am. With Meghan and Reggie. Cardio kickboxing extreme! Heavy bag work, weights, gliders, trx, etc. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Boot Camp – 9:30-10:30am. Boot Camp with more than 50 different formats. For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@Gmail.com.

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Self Defense Class – 3:45-4:30pm.

Each class is 45minutes 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. 941-377-6453.

D.M.C@Comcast.Net. 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, packages available.

Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Ste D, Sarasota. For more information call 941-724-5193. Cinde1@Me.com.

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Kai – 5:30-6:45 pm. Kai is a group cardio class that can burn as much as 800 calories per hour. Dance and yoga blend. Kai Moves, 5000 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. If you have any questions, please call Kelly Atkins at 941-928-8866. MBFDancer@AOL. com.

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

Sarasota Ride – 8am. Pace 20-23.

40 mile ride. Potter Park, 8587 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota. For more information contact Doug F 941-921-6820.

Pilates Reformer Class Level 1 – 6-7pm Strengthen, tone, and stretch your muscles using the most popular Pilates equipment called the reformer. A good resistance training emphasizing the core area. Most important for your posture, alignment and spinal health. We have 2 levels. 1-2 is perfect for beginners, it’s gently paced class. Level 2-3 is for the more advanced as it is paced faster. Focus on full body integration and deeper stretches. The Pilates Body, 3512 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com.

Nia on the Beach – 9am. With Kathy Oravec. Nia is a body-mindspirit fitness program for any age.

Practiced barefoot to music, Nia combines martial arts, healing arts and dance to create a workout that is whole body conditioning. Nia is an amazing tool for increasing joy. Designed for any age and fitness level.

Bring water to drink and a towel for final stretch. 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota.

941-724-9719. KathyOravec@ Gmail.com.

Fun Run Monday – 6-7pm.

Remember, these runs are every Monday. All levels of runners and walkers are welcome. Neighborhood routes vary. All finishers receive water and refreshments. Prizes and give away items every week. Fleet Feet Sports, 1830 S Osprey Ave #104, Sarasota. 941-894-3338.

Pilates with a Twist – 6:30pm. 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, packages available. Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Suite D, Sarasota. Call Cinde Carroll Integrative Fitness, 941-724-5193.

Cinde1@Me.com. Visit our website at CindeCarroll.com.

Fun Run – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s free weekly Fun2Run. It's a 3–5 mile social/non-competitive loop.

Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-364-2600.

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Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-364-2600.

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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.

Group Run/Early – 5:30-6:30am.

We start our run at the Summerfield Community Park in Lakewood Ranch. This run is approximately 7-8 miles long. For information, please contact GroupRun_6AM@LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

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Punch and Kick – 9:30am. With Meghan and Reggie. Cardio kickboxing extreme! Heavy bag work, weights, gliders, trx, etc. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Ballroom Dance/Hustle & Tango – 1-2pm. Learn to Tango and Hustle with a professional dance instructor from Arthur Murray. Come alone or with a partner. This course is free to members. Sign up at the front desk, Studio A. 1075 S Euclid Ave, Sarasota. SRQYMCA@Gmail.com.

Gyrokinesis – 3pm. Gyrokinesis gently works the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movements. Class is performed both seated on a stool, and also on a floor mat. $15/single class, free/ introduction class on September 8.

Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Suite D, Sarasota. Call Cinde Carroll Integrative Fitness, 941-724-5193.

Cinde1@Me.com. Visit our website at CindeCarroll.com.

Self Defense Class – 3:45-4:30pm.

Each class is 45minutes 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. 941-377-6453.

D.M.C@Comcast.Net. 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.

POD Training – 6-7pm. Class will be a circuit using free-weights, plyometrics, HIT, cardio, and strong emphasis on core. Advantage Fit Club, 8383 S Tamiami Trl #14, Sarasota.

Contact Eric Gross with questions at 941-927-4348. DericGross@Gmail. com.

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

Train2Run/Summer Shape-Up – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s Train2Run program for a personalized training plan and coaches to help reach your goal! Lose those unwanted pounds.

Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, Ste 110, Sarasota. 941358-5100. For more information visit Fit2Run.com.

Boot Camp – 6:30-7:30pm. Boot Camp with more than 50 different formats. For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@Gmail.com.

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 POD Training – 5:45-6:45am. Class will be a circuit using free-weights, plyometrics, HIT, cardio, and strong emphasis on core. Advantage Fit Club, 8383 S Tamiami Trl #14, Sarasota. Contact Eric Gross with questions at 941-927-4348. DericGross@ Gmail.com.

Urban Fit – 6-7am. This is an 8 week course starting September 14th.

Stop and look around you. If you’re not able to make it to a gym, look what your surroundings have to offer.

Use park benches, walls, stairs, and bridges. By using these items you can get a great workout, even work your cardio. We can accommodate all ability levels. $95/per session, $80/if registered two weeks before start date. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Ste 1, Sarasota. 941894-3338. If you have any questions contact Coach Emily Whitney at Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Cycle X – 8am. With Dave. Traditional heart pumping indoor cycling, mixed with exercises on and off the bike. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Sunrise Beach Walks – 8-9:30am.

Take yourself or a friend on a fun, fitness walk. If you register and walk

four times, you can earn an event tshirt. Suited for adults. Siesta Beach and Nokomis Beach. For more information call 941-861-5000.

Complete Beginner Yoga – 8:30am.

Beginner class of yoga, taught by Olga. Ionie Healing Center & Raw Food Cafe, 1241 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. 727-748-7151. SarasotaYogaWithOlga.com. Ionie.com/ Classes/.

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.

Pilates Reformer Class Level 2 – 9-10am. Strengthen, tone, and stretch your muscles using the most popular Pilates equipment called the reformer. A good resistance training emphasizing the core area. Most important for your posture, alignment and spinal health. We have 2 levels. 1-2 is perfect for beginners, it’s gently paced class. Level 2-3 is for the more advanced as it is paced faster. Focus on full body integration and deeper stretches. The Pilates Body, 3512 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com.

Insanity Challenge Group – 9:1510am. Think explosive cardio and plyometric drills with non-stop intervals of strength, power & resistance! Red Tiger, 4581 Ashton Rd, Sarasota. Donna Dodd 866-3222145. PositivelyDiesel@Gmail.com.

Kai – 9:15-10:15am. Kai is a group cardio class that can burn as much as 800 calories per hour. Dance and yoga blend. Kai Moves, 5000 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. If you have any questions, please call Kelly Atkins at 941-928-8866. MBFDancer@AOL. com.

Punch and Kick – 9:30am. With Meghan and Reggie. Cardio kickboxing extreme! Heavy bag work, weights, gliders, trx, etc. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

Yoga with Rebekka – 9:3010:30am. If you’re interested in strengthening your core, improve your balance, gain flexibility, and clear your mind to be better-focused then you need to do yoga. Rebekka has worked with many people with different needs, and a variety of conditions. 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 941-894-3338. Info@ FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Boot Camp – 9:30-10:30am. Boot

Camp with more than 50 different formats. For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@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.

Self Defense Class – 3:45-4:30pm.

Each class is 45minutes 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. 941-377-6453.

D.M.C@Comcast.Net. 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, packages available.

Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Ste D, Sarasota. For more information call 941-724-5193. Cinde1@Me.com.

CindeCarroll.com.

Strength, Stamina and Stability – 5:30pm. With Dave. Strength exercises, balance activities, cardio intervals and toys. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271.

DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

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many people with different needs, and a variety of conditions. 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 941-894-3338.

Info@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Group Boxing – 5:45pm. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ 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, that ends at a bar. Free. Mr. Beery’s, 2645 Mall Dr, Sarasota.

Pilates with a Twist – 6:30pm. 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, packages available. Integrated Fitness and Movement Arts, 2886 Ringling Blvd, Suite D, Sarasota. Call Cinde Carroll Integrative Fitness, 941-724-5193.

Cinde1@Me.com. Visit our website at CindeCarroll.com.

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.

Group Run/Early – 5:30-6:30am.

We start our run at the Summerfield Community Park in Lakewood Ranch. This run is approximately 7-8 miles long. For information, please contact GroupRun_6AM@LakewoodRanchRunningClub.com.

Boot Camp – 6:30-7:30am. Boot Camp with more than 50 different formats. For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@Gmail.com.

Group Boxing – 8am. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ Gmail.com.

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.

Sport Step – 9:30am. With Reggie.

Old school step aerobics meets cutting edge athletic training. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

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Boot Camp – 5:30-6:30pm. Boot Camp with more than 50 different formats. For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@Gmail.com.

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

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. 941955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com.

Half & Full Marathon Training – 6:30pm. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-364-2600.

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Train2Run/Summer Shape-Up – 6:30pm. Join Fit2Run’s Train2Run program for a personalized training plan and coaches to help reach your goal. Lose those unwanted pounds.

Fit2Run, 140 University Town Center Dr, Ste 110, Sarasota. 941358-5100. For more information visit Fit2Run.com.

Insanity Classes – 7-8pm. With Donna Dodd. During class I will assist you in gaining speed, coordination, agility, strength, and power. Get the edge you’ll need for that next big race that you’ve been training for. $60/5 weeks, $100/10 weeks, $15/ drop in. Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, #1, Sarasota.

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Friday POD Training – 5:45-6:45am. Class will be a circuit using free-weights, plyometrics, HIT, cardio, and strong emphasis on core. Advantage Fit Club, 8383 S Tamiami Trl #14, Sarasota. Contact Eric Gross with questions at 941-927-4348. DericGross@ Gmail.com.

Cycle X – 8am. With Dave. Traditional heart pumping indoor cycling, mixed with exercises on and off the bike. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-961-3271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

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, 941-921-6820.

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 941-355-6159.

Pace 16-18, 28 mile ride. Call Paul P, 941-388-8427, or Bill N, 941-3785511. Pace 18-20, and a 34 mile ride.

Call Bud G 941-232-5678 or David L, 412-610-0815.

Pilates Reformer Class Level 2 – 9-10am. Strengthen, tone, and stretch your muscles using the most popular Pilates equipment called the reformer. A good resistance training emphasizing the core area. Most important for your posture, alignment and spinal health. We have 2 levels. 1-2 is perfect for beginners, it’s gently paced class. Level 2-3 is for the more advanced as it is paced faster. Focus on full body integration and deeper stretches. The Pilates Body, 3512 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com.

Insanity Challenge Group – 9:1510am. Think explosive cardio and plyometric drills with non-stop intervals of strength, power & resistance! Red Tiger, 4581 Ashton Rd, Sarasota. Donna Dodd 941-5869863. PositivelyDiesel@Gmail.com.

Kai – 9:15-10:15am. Kai is a group cardio class that can burn as much as 800 calories per hour. Dance and yoga blend. Kai Moves, 5000 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. If you have any questions, please call Kelly Atkins at 941-928-8866. MBFDancer@AOL. com.

Yoga with Rebekka – 9:3010:30am. No prior yoga experience needed. If you need to slow yourself down, stretch and relax, or feel the heat build in your body, this class is for you. $32/4 classes, $56/8 classes, $10/drop in. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota. For more information call Fleet Feet at 941-894-3338. Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Pilates Reformer Class Level 1 – 10-11am. Strengthen, tone, and stretch your muscles using the most popular Pilates equipment called the reformer. A good resistance training emphasizing the core area. Most important for your posture, alignment and spinal health. We have 2 levels. 1-2 is perfect for beginners, it’s gently paced class. Level 2-3 is for the more advanced as it is paced faster. Focus on full body integration and deeper stretches. The Pilates Body, 3512 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota.

941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ.com.

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.

Zumba – 1:30pm. You’ll forget you’re working out with the sexy but simple moves to dance music like Cha-Cha, Salsa, etc. Studio Rubylake, 5219 Avenida Navarra, Sarasota. Courtney Kees 941-3120700. StudioRubyLake@Gmail.com.

Erotica Fitness – 1:30pm. A unique blend of free-style and coordinated dances, designed to sculpt and tone your body. Studio Rubylake, 5219 Avenida Navarra, Sarasota. Courtney Kees 941-312-0700. StudioRubyLake@Gmail.com.

Saturday Half & Full Marathon Training – 6am. Fit2Run, 1400 Main St, Downtown Sarasota. 941-364-2600.

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No Boundaries 5K Training – 7am.

This training class does focus on beginners, but if you’re a walker or runner at any level, you will fit right in with this program. The goal of this training program is to get you ready for our 5k Boo Run, and to have some fun at our celebration party. $115, $95/if registered two weeks before session start date. Fleet Feet Sarasota, 711 S Osprey Ave, Ste 1, Sarasota. For more information call 941-894-3338. You may also email Coach Whitney at Training@FleetFeetSarasota.com.

Group Boxing – 8am. Jaco’s Boxing & Fitness, 5708 Lawton Dr, Sarasota. 941-586-2355. KelliJaco@ Gmail.com.

Donut Dive – 9am. Monthly donut dive held on the third Saturday of every month rain or shine. All divers are welcome. Expect donuts, coffee, dive briefing and dozens of new dive buddies to meet. Spanish Rocks, 3300 Block Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach.

Gyrotonic Tower Level 1 – 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, Ste 2, Sarasota. 941-955-5533. PilatesSRQ. com.

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.

For all fitness levels! Stephen Kelley Fitness, 4728 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. 941-400-2841. KelleyRak187@ Gmail.com.

Punch and Kick – 9:30am. With Meghan and Reggie. Cardio kickboxing extreme! Heavy bag work, weights, gliders, trx, etc. Definition Fit, 1477 5th St, Sarasota. 941-9613271. DaemianMains@Gmail.com.

CrossFit WOD – 9:30-10:30am.

With Beth Vannata. Drop-ins 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.

CrossFit Kids – 4pm. Monday and Wednesday. This program is designed to work with children’s neurological, cognitive, and motor skills. Healthy kids should be able to push, run throw, climb, lift and jump whether they work-out or not.

Your kids will love this class, and you’ll love the confidence and selfdiscipline your child shows. $75/ month. 888-737-9348. TanyaAP@ RealFitnessSarasota.com.

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