Active LIFE Jun 2015 by Absolute Living Magazine

active Indianapolis

Making Sense of It All

m a g a z ine JUNE 2015

DISCOVER TANGO IN ARGENTINA

DR. JEFFERY SCHOONOVER

Father’s day gift guide Is coffee the new WINE?

When you dream, what are you driving? 2015 Lexus IS 250 AWD Lease from

299

/mo

Buy as low as

36,550

27 months, 10,000 miles per year. $3,999 due at signing plus tax, title, license and dealer fees. WAC. See dealer for details. Security deposit waived. Offer ends 6/30/15.

2015 Lexus NX 200t Lease for

349

/mo

Buy as low as

34,480

36 months, 10,000 miles per year. $2,999 due at signing plus tax, title, license and dealer fees. WAC. See dealer for details. Security deposit waived. Offer ends 6/30/15.

2015 Lexus RX 350 Buy as low as

399

/mo

Buy from

40,970

36 months, 10,000 miles per year. $2,499 due at signing plus tax, title, license and dealer fees. WAC. See dealer for details. Security deposit waived. Offer ends 6/30/15.

4610 E. 96th Street 888.928.2572

TomWoodLexus.com

For life’s unexpected face-plants.

Illnesses and injuries are never planned. So when they don’t warrant a trip to the ER – get the care you need now! Visit one of our Franciscan Immediate Care centers in Castleton or Carmel. No appointment needed, just walk right in. And we’re open late to care for you.

TheDoctorIsIn.biz Castle Key Plaza

Village Park Plaza

8 a.m. to 8 p.m., every day 4527 E. 82nd St. Indianapolis (317) 436-3142

8 a.m. to 8 p.m., every day 14641-1 Thatcher Lane Carmel (US 31 & 146th) (317) 564-7025

Holiday hours may vary.

JUNE 2015

Contents

regenerative medical therapy

Making Sense of It All

From Gym Rat to Mother Nature’s Gym

EAT+DRINK ______________ 32 Is Coffee The New Wine?

With so many varieties of roast and flavors, wine might have some competition.

JEFFERY SCHOONOVER

35 Build Your Ideal Deck

Make your friends jealous.

8 Advanced Treatment Options For Men

m a g a z ine

Editor-in-Chief / Co-Founder EDUARDO PEÑA

Volume 8. Issue 06. (#92)

Beauty/ COSMETIC _____________

active

Photo by EDUARDO PEÑA

Home Improvements ____________________

Check us out online at www.activelifeguide.com! There you can sign up for our monthly newsletter, or request a copy of Active Life Magazine to be mailed directly to your door each month.

FASHION/STYLE ___________________

Executive Editor / Co-Founder JUSTYNA DORUCH

16 Father’s Day Gift Guide

Senior Writer MATTHEW HUME

Stumped? Look no further.

Contributing Writers GREGORY CHERNOFF ROBERT JACKSON

Hey there, gents— there’s nothing wrong with vanity!

TATUM Pérez KARINA RESKE

TRAVEL/EXPLORE _____________________

10 5 Tips for Hot Summer Hair Color

38 Discover Tango in Argentina

Protect your hair this summer.

Too darn hot? Never!

Photography EDUARDO PEÑA

Art ROGER PEÑA

Marketing Director ISMAEL PEÑA

Circulation USPS (Direct Mail) ACTIVE LIFE MAGAZINE

HEALTH/WELLNESS _______________________ 21 4 Ways to do a Push-up These aren’t your grandma’s push-ups. Active Life Magazine is published monthly by Active Life Guide Corp. 597 Industrial Dr., Carmel, IN 46032; Copyright by Active Life Guide Corp. Active Life Magazine and activelife Guide are registered trademarks of Active Life Guide Corp.

ACTIVE

Comments & Feedback editorial@activelifeguide.com

Subscriptions subscribe@activelifeguide.com

Active Life Magazine strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. If you follow these fitness tips, you agree to do so at your own risk and assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Active Life Magazine from any claims.

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

EXQUISITE HOSPITALITY HAS A NEW ADDRESS 502 EAST EVENT CENTRE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS! THIS NORTH SIDE EVENT VENUE IS THE IDEAL SPACE FOR WEDDINGS, CORPORATE EVENTS, SOCIAL FUNCTIONS AND MORE. With fine cuisine and white glove service that comes from more than a quarter of a century of experience, 502 East Event Centre boasts its own chef, concierge and more than 18,000 square feet—including configurable conference space and a newly renovated foyer for your guests. Contact us at 317-881-8888, if you’re interested in touring or booking the facility for your next event.

502 East Event Centre is owned, operated and catered exclusively by Jonathan Byrd’s

502east.com Official Caterer of the INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

jonathanbyrds.com/catering

Better Options. Healthier Legs.

Services We Offer: • • • • •

Endovenous laser treatment Ultrasound vein mapping Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy Surface spider vein sclerotherapy Surface vein laser treatment

Whether you are traveling, gardening, running or just playing with your kids or grandkids this summer, do it without leg pain. Call today for a Complimentary Varicose Vein Screening and get on the road to better health. EAST LOCATION: 11876 Olio Road, Suite 700, Fishers, IN 46037 WEST LOCATION: 10485 Commerce Drive, Suite 100, Carmel, IN 46032

317.348.3020 Jeffery P. Schoonover, MD™ www.indyveins.com Better Options. Healthier Legs.

active

LIFE Magazine

Refresh your spirit and revive that youthful look this summer!

BEAUTY and COSMETIC

Beauty/COSMETIC

By Greg Chernoff, M.D., F. R.C.S.(C)

Advanced Treatment Options for MEN

t’s no secret that men age differently than women, and this difference requires a unique approach to male cosmetic procedures. Men’s biology, facial anatomy, skin and aging processes are unique. Men have thicker skin, larger pores and less subcutaneous fat than women. While men will benefit from similar procedures, often the technique, sequence and regimens are different. Men who want a slim waist, six pack and muscular chest will often boost their workouts with cosmetic body sculpting. Brown fat deposits in the mid section, breasts or waist can be resistant to diet and exercise. In theses cases, body sculpting or gynecomastia is ideal. New surgical and non-surgical body sculpting techniques offer minimal downtime and maximum safety. And even better, your own fat that is removed can be used for other uses like stem cell treatment and facial aging or hair restoration. The best plastic surgeons require their patients to be at a normal BMI before any type of body sculpting procedure, both for safety and maximum effectiveness.

Aging gracefully is a thing of the past, men. Fight and win!

Hair Replacement & Transplantation has always been one of the most soughtafter treatments for men. Now men are asking for hair transplantation to improve the appearance or thickness of their facial hair. Surgical hair transplantation and investigational stem cell hair restoration are permanent solutions to receding or thinning hair on heads and faces. Advanced techniques allow individual hairs to be regrown using a patient’s own donor hair. Stem cell hair

ACTIVE

restoration is an investigational process that uses your own stem cells harvested from fat to stimulate new hair growth. Both treatments provide natural and permanent results that are indistinguishable from natural hair. The effects of aging are inevitable, and often it’s the brow, forehead and area around the eyes that show the first signs. The skin begins to lose its elasticity. Sun, wind and the pull of gravity all affect the face, resulting in frown lines, wrinkling

across the forehead, heaviness of the eyebrows, excess skin on the upper eyelids and puffiness or bags under the eyes. Eyelid and eyebrow surgery are quick and excellent procedures for men, and typically see rapid recovery. Botox helps smooth the deep vertical lines between our eyebrows, the horizontal lines on our forehead, and crow’s feet around our eyes. Dermal fillers are helpful for men who are plagued with acne scaring or scars from sports or injuries.

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

Nose reshaping or rhinoplasty can make a significant and natural facial and health improvement for men. In some cases, rhinoplasty combined with sinus surgery ccan repair damage caused by injury, help patients to breathe easier, and minimize snoring. Techniques have improved, offering patients safe and effective results with minimal downtime. For men who are prone to skin breakouts, red skin, blood vessels or unwanted hair, laser treatment is an excellent option. We offer over 30 different types of laser therapy, including a new laser treatment for pain and inflammation. Greg Chernoff, M.D., is a Triple Board Certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. Call (317) 573-8899 to learn more about cosmetic options for men. www.drchernoff.com

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

YOUR Natural BEST

Unique & Individualized Treatments, Expertly Developed, and Exclusively Offered by Dr. Chernoff

$1000 Off A Surgical Procedure $100 Off A Laser Treatment $50 Off An Injectable Mention ActiveLife to Receive Offer

317.573.8899

drchernoff.com

and

CCOOSS M C SS UU RR GGEEOONNSS M EE T I C

BEAUTY/COSMETIC

tips for hot summer

hair color

Two of the hottest trends this summer are balayage and ecaille. Balayage is the art of hand painting light pieces into the hair to create natural, multidimensional color. When done properly, the end result is a perfectly sun-kissed effect. If you are looking to get a head start on the newest summer hair trend, ask your stylist for ecaille— French for “tortoise shell” and American for “bombshell hair.” With ecaille, beautiful, rich, dark tones are strategically placed to create a soft and sexy blur of golds and ambers.

several complimentary classes that you can attend to learn how to properly blow dry and style your own hair into the latest summer trends.

Beautiful hair color starts with healthy hair. Weekly deep conditioning masques, protein treatments, strength and shine glazes and more all help repair and strengthen fragile tresses. Try a weekly protein mask like Redken’s Extreme Strength Builder Plus to maintain color. Method Salon offers a Summer Strength and Shine package for $99 that includes three separate salon visits designed to increase shine, color retention and tensile strength. The results are immediate and long lasting. A must for every sun-worshipping goddess.

Whether at the pool or on the beach, chlorine, salt and sun can strip the color from your hair. Using an oil like Redken’s Diamond Oil can act as a barrier by protecting your hair from the damaging effects of salt and chlorine. Adding a product that includes sunscreen for your hair, such as Redken’s One United (with 25 different benefits), is a must for keeping hair color rich and salon fresh.

ACTIVE

Call (317) 660-1717 to schedule your appointment. Mention Active Life when scheduling and receive $15 off your first color service or $15 off a product purchase of $99 or more. By Julie Lahr, Color Correction Specialist at Method Salon, and International Redken Educator, NYC Amy Conville, Owner and Stylist, Method Salon www.methodsalon.com

Blogs are full of do-ityourself home remedies for hair care. However, without a good understanding of hair structure and chemistry, it’s quite easy to cause more harm than good. At-home color is almost always a mistake. True colorists, such as the Color Specialists at Method Salon, take the time and use their knowledge to customize a color formula specific to your individual hair chemistry, strength and needs. A box can never do that. Minimizing damage, while optimizing results, is what every professional colorist desires.

When it comes to products, do yourself a favor and protect your color investment. Again, a true professional colorist will prescribe a customized product plan for your individualized hair. Quality products are well worth the investment. Visit one of our Color Specialists and let us see what summerinspired cut and color we can create for you. Method Salon is located at 1200 West Carmel Drive. We offer complimentary color consultations and hair analysis. In addition, we offer

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

Dr. Arthur J. Sumrall, M.A, M.D.

Vampire Facial ® Vampire Facelift ® Skinfinity® Treatments Sexual Enhancement The “O” Shot ® The “P” Shot ® Laser Hair Removal Hair Loss Botox Colonics Myer’s Cocktail Full Service Dermatology Full Service Wellness Clinic

317.574.1677 10291 N. Meridian St., Suite 300 | Indianapolis, IN 46290

Longevityinstitute.net

Beauty/COSMETIC

By Robert Jackson, M.D., F. R.C.S.(C)

regenerative medical therapy Within each of us lies a secret weapon.

Adult stem cells can be found all over the body, and their regenerative uses are nearly endless.

ell surgery is the transfer of tissue rich in stem cells from an area of abundance to an area of damage and degeneration. In 2001, researchers found very high numbers of stem cells in fat. These cells are capable of forming any tissue in the body. The part of the fat that is extracted is called the stromal vascular fraction. SVF is very rich in both stem cells and growth factors. For many years in Asia and Europe SVF has been used both clinically and in research. Since 2010 it has been used in the United States. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cell Surgical Networkâ&#x20AC;? was developed in 2010 under IRB approved protocols. The Indiana Stem Cell Treatment Center is a part of that network.

This network gives significant insight into conditions that have been successfully treated. There are two types of stem cells: embryonic and adult mesenchymal, which are found in SVF. Embryonic stem cells, because they are derived from aborted human embryos or left over from in vitro fertilization, have many moral and ethical issues. They also have different DNA than the host. Adult mesenchymal stem cells, however, have no moral or ethical issues and are found all over the body. These adult mesenchymal stem cells can form bone, cartilage, muscle, nerve tissue, connective tissue and fat.

HOW DO STEM CELLS BENEFIT US? What Are Stem Cells and How Do They Work? Regenerative medicine uses stem cells and growth factor to repair or replace tissue or lost organ function due to damage or congenital defects. Which leads to the question: What are stem cells? In simple terms, stem cells are repair cells waiting for a job. They can proliferate (replicate into more stem cells) and differentiate (turn into other specific cells or tissue). These actions are based on signals (growth factors) from damaged tissues. 12

ACTIVE

Adult stem cells respond to tissue injury, degeneration or cell death. (They are dormant if there is no tissue damage or injury.) Once activated, stem cells may turn into needed tissue or provide signals that will create healing of other cells. The advantage of using your own fat is that these are your own cells, and there are an abundant number that can be used for cell surgery. Since it is the same DNA host, they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be rejected. Also, there is a lower risk of bacterial or viral infection. The procedure is performed in a closed system. It is safe and painless, performed under local anesthesia, and the process takes about three hours.

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

Some of the conditions that can be treated in this way include arthritic joints, cartilage degeneration, chronic back and neck pain, pulmonary diseases, autoimmune diseases, urology (especially interstitial cystitis), neurology (with disorders such as multiple sclerosis and neuropathy) and ophthalmology. Stem cells have been used for cosmetic surgery for a long time. The procedure is safe. In over 2000 cases documented by Cell Surgical Network there have been no serious complications. For more information, contact Indiana Stem Cell Treatment Center at (317) 773-6677.

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

Does Pee Happen to you...

At the WRONG time? Do you leak urine when you laugh, cough, sneeze or during other activities?

Take back control of your bladder.

10291 N. Meridian St. Ste. 300 Indianapolis, IN 46290 (317) 574-1677 www.longevityinstitute.net

active

LIFE Magazine

Every man wants to look good—but some may need more help than others. That’s where we come in.

FASHION and STYLE

fashion/STYLE

Father’s Day gift guide

Not sure what to get that special man in your life for his special day? Don’t fret! he loves shopping and enjoys nice clothes and shoes. My husband, on the other hand, is an outdoorsman who couldn’t care less about what he wears. He likes sports and building big things, like houses. The point being that it really helps to know what the man you will be gifting is like or what he likes to do. Something as simple as a T-shirt can be totally off if you’re not paying attention to the person who’s going to be wearing it. First, I suggest you make a list of what he likes to do and use an Internet search to help you. Believe me, you can get tons of ideas just by typing in his hobby or favorite sport.

appy June, my friends! It’s time to celebrate the men in our lives—from your dad, grandpa or perhaps an uncle who’s more like a dad, to your own man, the father of your children. Whatever the

ACTIVE

case, it’s their time to shine, be pampered and loved on. I don’t know about you, but for me it’s always a crazy task to get the men of my life a gift they enjoy. My dad, for instance, is a true fashionisto—

Make the present thoughtful and, if at all possible, functional—after all they are guys! Let’s look at our options. Guys like watches, and dressy or sporty, they’re sure to please him. Plus, you can find a huge variety of price ranges. Shaving kits are also functional and great on a budget. Make it fun with a special card or an old school kit with the big chubby brush and/ or a nice aftershave lotion. For the tech guys, go for a tablet or smartphone cover or a phone charger that plays music. If your guy loves to grill, get him new tools such as cool skewers, grilling sets or spice kits. If he prefers to play the bartender at parties, a great choice for him is a cocktail recipe book. Is he into wine? Get him a wine club membership. Instead of a book, try a subscription to his favorite magazine or newspaper. It’s more fun than a book, and magazine subscriptions usually cost less than 20 bucks. Plus, they’ll enjoy it for a whole year! Is your dad a fashionisto like mine? Sneakers, sunglasses, trendy shirts and hats are usually welcomed. For the athletic guy,

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

an armband for him to carry his iPod while working out would be nice, but if he already has one, consider looking at different apps that will give him new ideas for workouts or one that counts steps or calories. For the world traveler, consider a luxe leather necessaire or travel kit. Or be creative and make your own travel bag with travel sizes of his favorite lotions and fragrance. Outdoorsy guys will be happy to get a Huntsman Swiss Army Knife. They come in cute, varied wooden styles to make it unique. Obviously, I can’t possibly cover in this little article every kind of man out there, but I sure hope this summarizes the whole idea behind the gift giving. Think more on the actual person rather than the gift—a mistake many of us make when the pressure is on! Cheers,

Karina Reske

Personal Stylist

Karina is a local fashion blogger and personal stylist. To get a daily dose of Karina’s fashion adventures or to touch base, follow her blog at karinastylediaries. com or her Instagram page at instagram.com/ karinastylediaries.

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

fashion/STYLE

Paul Smith Woven Straw Hat $150

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection Dot Print Silk & Cotton Lapel Pin Color: Navy $38.00

Tom Ford Eyewear Franklin Sunglasses $360

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection Seersucker Silk & Cotton Lapel Pin Color: Navy $38.00

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection Alpha Single Cuff Link $89 Movado Sapphire Stainless Steel Watch $1895

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection Grosgrain Lapel Pin Color: Red $38.00

Gucci Leather Horsebit Drivers $495 Ben Minkoff Eton Briefcase $295

Clothing courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue

active

LIFE Magazine

There are many paths to fitness, and summer offers us an excuse to strike out in a different direction.

HEALTH and WELLNESS

Health/Wellness TATUM@TRAININGXTATUM.COM

from gym rat to mother nature’s gym

PERSONAL TRAINING RUNNING PROGRAMS

o you always work out in the gym? Do you also spend your 8-hour workday indoors? Gym rat or not, this month I challenge you to spend more time outside by taking your training outdoors. The days are getting longer and warmer, and studies show that “green exercise,” physical activity in natural areas, has been linked to increased energy and focus, better mood, decreased anxiety, tension and anger, and improved selfesteem. I know what you are thinking: Training outside means running, cycling, swimming, basketball— some form of cardio—and you just love your strength training in the gym. From one gym rat to another, I can assure you that you have just as much to gain in strength outdoors as indoors! There are plenty of ways to give your muscles a good mixup and challenge for even the toughest of the tough. Take body weight exercises such as push-ups, and challenge yourself by performing the exercises at various angles and positions. See the workout on the next page for examples. Use anything that you can: tree

ACTIVE

SWIM COACHING stumps, logs, benches, rocks and hills for incline push-ups, step-ups, plyometric and interval training. Find a jungle gym for pull-ups, inverted rows and dips. If you still enjoy or prefer using equipment and added weight, here are some of my must-have strength tools for outdoor boot camp and strength training. 1. Body-Bands 2. Kettlebell 3. Hyperwear SandBell 4. TRX 5. Weighted vest Happy outdoor training!

Tatum Pérez 317.698.0180

It's not just a workout. It's your life!

Julie Voris

Tatum Pérez

FITNESS EXPERT follow me facebook.com/txtatum

Beachbody Master Trainer

www.JulieVoris.com

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

4 P

ways to do a push-up

By Tatum PĂŠrez

ush-ups are a great exercise because they can be performed just about anywhere. Not only are they

convenient, but they are great for the core. Also, this compound exercise uses multiple muscles at one time, Model Cody Pickens

helping to burn more calories and fat. If you can already do a perfect push-up, here are four other variations to try.

BE ACTIVE

live well

Photography By Eduardo PeĂąa

slide in and out push-up a. Perform the same movement as in 1a and 1b above, but this time place your hands on a pair of gliding discs, furniture sliders or paper plates. b. Perform a single push-up. c. Slide your hands out to twice shoulder-width apart and complete one push-up.

d. Slide your hands back in for another push-up, and continue alternating between the two positions.

hand release push-up a. Kneel down and place your hands shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward; extend feet back and together and straighten your legs. b. Screw your hands into the floor, activate your glutes, brace your core and position your shoulders over your hands. c. Begin lowering your body to the floor until your upper body is touching. Release your hands off the floor so that your entire body weight is supported by the floor. d. Return your hands to the floor and bring your hips slightly off the floor (just enough to slide a barbell under them). Maintain this space to avoid arching your lower back as you return to the top position.

stability ball incline push-up a. Perform the same movement as in 1a and 1b, but this time place your hands on a stability ball. b. Squeeze the ball with your hands. c. Lower your body towards the ball, with your chest just barely touching. d. Return to the up position.

decline push-up with feet on a stability ball a. Perform the same movement as in 1a and 1b above, but this time place your feet on a stability ball. b. Lower your body towards the floor, going as far as you can without the hips sagging. c. Return to the top position.

ACTIVE

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

for more information visit our website:

www.BobBlockFitness.com

active

LIFE Magazine

Making Sense of It All DR. JEFFERY SCHOONOVER

Observing a childhood tragedy started Dr. Jeffery Schoonover on the track to a career in medicine, combining his love of science with his innate desire to help others.

by matthew hume Cover and inside photography by EDUARDO PEĂ&#x2018;A

ACTIVE

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

Dr. Schoonover and his family are proud to call Carmel home, and Indiana Vein Specialists extends its philosophy of patient care to the greater Carmel and Fishers communities.

management,” he says. During his years there, Dr. Schoonover eventually served as chief of the medical staff at his clinic, and worked himself up to the rank of Major. “As I’ve looked back on my military experience, I always appreciated that clarifying your mission objectives daily is the key for success,” he tells me. It’s this philosophy that he has brought to his practice at Indiana Vein Specialists, with a mission based on respect and compassion for patients and their concerns. “We treat our patients as extended family and live that mission every day.”

hink back to your childhood for a moment. I m a g i n e that you’re out on the playground at recess, grabbing onto the monkey bars, taking turns down the slide and pushing each other higher and higher on the swings. Then, in the midst of that idyllic childhood scene, something goes wrong. “One of my classmates had collided with another kid on a swing,” recalls Dr. Jeffery Schoonover, MD, owner and Chief Medical Director at Indiana Vein Specialists. “He kind of walked off, but a few steps later he collapsed.” The ambulance was called, first aid was administered, but sadly, the student passed away as a result of the injury. The accident was hard for the young Schoonover to come to terms with. “Afterwards, my primary coping mechanism was to try to understand the science behind his care, what was going on physiologically,” he says. “That event really started pushing me down the road to science.” Over time, Dr. Schoonover realized that a career in medicine would challenge him to combine his love of science with his innate desire to help others.

LIVING A MISSION Having grown up in the small farming community of Blissfield, MI, Dr. Schoonover credits the sports he played as a youngster as having a significant role in his life-long held attitudes towards respect, leadership and pride in working towards a common goal. His discipline grew stronger during his four years serving as a physician in

ACTIVE

the Air Force. “Similar to the ROTC scholarship,” he explains, “the military has the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) for med school students. You go through a rigorous application process and if you’ve been accepted to med school and meet the requirements, the program covers four years of med school tuition.” The flip side of that is that you’ll

serve in the military when your schooling is complete, and Dr. Schoonover started his active duty at Randolph Air Force Base, outside of San Antonio, in August 2001. “I’d been on base a couple of weeks and 9/11 happened. There were so many additional responsibilities because of that, but it ultimately opened up different doors for me in leadership and

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

How is it that Dr. Schoonover made the decision to specialize in venous medicine? “During my time in family medicine, I saw my patients’ frustration with the downtime and expense related to traditional treatments for vein disease,” he says. “Previously, the main treatment for people with venous disease was vein stripping, where you were admitted to the hospital and put under general anesthesia so that the diseased vein could be pulled out.” All that changed about 10 years ago, he explains, with the advent of two new procedures: laser ablation and radiofrequency treatments. “When these newer, office-based and minimally invasive venous treatment strategies were introduced, I pursued the necessary training and certification, and decided to devote my entire practice to the care of patients with venous disease.” Dr. Schoonover explains that with laser ablation, instead of admitting to hospital and being put under, the diseased vein can be treated with local anesthesia, sealing down and closing off the vein. This is the procedure used at Indiana Vein Specialists. “It’s much more cost effective, the

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

recovery time is better and recurrence rates are significantly lower compared to more traditional methods.”

UNPLUG AND CONNECT When not caring for his patients, you’re most likely to find Dr. Schoonover spending time with Kari, his wife of more than 20 years, and their two children, Erik and Kristian. (Two cats—Duncan and Tori—and two dogs— Hank and Emmet—make the family eight.) “We’re constantly working toward a better work / family time balance,” Dr. Schoonover says. One of the key ways the family has found to come closer together is to close down the laptop, lay down the smartphone, and unplug. “I’ve been exploring the concept of mindfulness over the past year or so,” he explains. “As a society, we are getting increasingly distracted and insular with so many social media and technology outlets. Taking time out to reflect and focus on the relationships that are important—and putting the smartphone down—has become a priority for our family.” On a recent vacation to California, Dr. Schoonover and his family spent most of the trip hiking and exploring the coastline, managing to leave technology pretty much by the wayside. “We love going on bike trips as a family, as well,” he tells me. “Traveling together strengthens and reconnects us in a way that our daily routines can erode.” Dr. Schoonover and his family are proud to call Carmel home, and Indiana Vein Specialists extends its philosophy of patient care to the greater Carmel and Fishers communities. “We support a variety of fundraisers

and activities,” Dr. Schoonover tells me. “The Carmel Marathon was one of the first events in the area we became one of the primary sponsors for, and it’s been tremendous for us to see an event like this grow and get recognized nationally.” This year, the Marathon saw over 4000 participants from 38 states! Since opening the practice in 2011, one of Dr. Schoonover’s big commitments has been to support grassroots organizations. “We love these smaller athletic events, and we donate to schools, fundraisers, cancer events,” he says. “It’s what we’re all about in our mission— community involvement is a huge part of what we do.” From their sponsorship of the Carmel Marathon and Geist Half Marathon, to their support of Carmel Lacrosse and The Sharing Place Food Pantry, Dr. Schoonover and the staff at Indiana Vein Specialists make it a point never to stop giving. I asked Dr. Schoonover to define himself in 20 words or less. “I think of myself as a man of faith, compassion, devotion to my family and commitment to my patients and community,” he says. “It’s been a great blessing to have opened and successfully grown both of our medical offices in Fishers and Carmel.” Dr. Schoonover’s career path has transformed him from that scientifically curious child on the playground into a life-changing physician. And he couldn’t feel more blessed to help others. “One of the best parts of taking care of our patients is seeing the vast majority improve in a relatively short time frame,” he says. “I love knowing that our patients are doing the things they love—whether that’s getting out for a run or chasing after the kids or grandkids again.”

PRESENTS

JULY 25, 2015

9:30am-5:00pm Be entered to win prize money!

Register at carmelclayparks.com/ccpr-events/flowtour 1195 Central Park Drive West, Carmel, IN 317.848.7275 | InTrac: 711 | carmelclayparks.com

27 FLOWTour_ActiveLife_1/2page-ad.indd 1

5/19/15 3:33 PM

Our board certified, multi-specialty physicians are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and associated symptoms of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.



Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery



Interventional Pain and Spine Management



Interventional Neuroradiology



Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation www.midwestpain.net

Kent B. Remley, MD • Steven E. Levine, MD • William L. Hall, MD AVON

IU Health West Prof. Bldg. 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy Suite 235 Avon, IN 46123 Phone (317) 272-3880

CARMEL

Hancock Professional Park 12289 Hancock Street Suite 34 Carmel, IN 46032 Phone (317) 815-8950

KOKOMO

Kokomo Medical Park 2302 South Dixon Road Suite 150 Kokomo, IN 46902 Phone (765) 453-0506

FREE

GARLIC CHEESE BREAD

MONDAY

HALF PRICE

WINE TUESDAY

active

LIFE Magazine “The morning cup of coffee has an exhilaration about it which the cheering influence of the afternoon or evening cup of tea cannot be expected to reproduce.” ― Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

EAT+DRINK 31

coffee

EAT+DRINK

is the new wine?

You drink coffee every day of your life. But how much do you really know about it?

In the commercial coffee industry, there are two important coffee species: Arabica and Canephora, more commonly called Robusta. Coffea Arabica is descended from the original coffee trees discovered in Ethiopia. These trees produce a fine, mild, aromatic coffee and represent approximately 70 percent of the world’s coffee production. On the world market, Arabica coffees bring the highest prices. The better Arabicas are highgrown coffees, generally grown between 2,000 and 6,000 feet above sea level, though optimal altitude varies with proximity to the equator. The important factor is that temperatures must remain mild, neither too hot nor too cold, ideally between 59 and 75 degrees, with about 60 inches of rainfall a year. The trees are hearty but a heavy frost will kill them. Arabica trees are costly to cultivate because the terrain tends to be steep and difficult to access. Also, because the trees are more disease prone than Robusta, they require additional care and attention. Arabica trees are self-pollinating. The beans are flatter and more elongated

than Robusta and lower in caffeine. Most of the world’s Robusta is grown in Central and Western Africa, parts of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Vietnam, and in Brazil. Production of Robusta is increasing, though it accounts for only about 30 percent of the world market. Genetically, Robusta carries fewer chromosomes than Arabica and the bean itself tends to be slightly rounder and smaller than an Arabica bean. The Robusta tree is heartier, more disease and parasite resistant, which makes it easier and cheaper to cultivate. It also has the advantage of being able to withstand warmer climates, preferring constant temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees, which enable it to grow at far lower altitudes than Arabica. It requires about 60 inches of rainfall a year and cannot withstand a frost. Compared with Arabica, Robusta beans produce a coffee which has a distinctive taste and about 50 to 60 percent more caffeine. Robusta is primarily used in blends and for instant coffees.

ROASTING TYPES

veryone recognizes a roasted coffee bean, but unless you have lived or traveled in a coffeegrowing country, you might not recognize an actual coffee tree. Pruned short in cultivation, but capable of growing more than 30 feet high, a coffee tree is covered with dark-green, waxy leaves growing opposite each other in pairs. Coffee cherries grow along the tree’s branches. It takes nearly a year for a cherry

Coffee Bean Tree Coffea Arabica

ACTIVE

to mature after the flowering of the fragrant, white blossoms. Because it grows in a continuous cycle, it is not unusual to see flowers, green fruit and ripe fruit simultaneously on a single tree. The trees can live as long as 20 to 30 years and are capable of growing in a wide range of climates, as long as there is no harsh fluctuation in temperature. Optimally, they prefer a rich soil and mild temperatures, with frequent rain and shaded sun.

The “know your farmer” concept may soon apply to the folks growing your coffee, too. Increasingly, specialty roasters are working directly with coffee growers around the world to produce coffees as varied in taste as wines. Roasting is a heat process that turns coffee into the fragrant, dark brown beans with which we are most familiar. Before being roasted, the beans were stored green, a state in which they can be kept without loss of quality or taste. Once roasted, however, they should be used as quickly as possible before the fresh roast flavor begins to diminish. Roasting is a technical skill which approaches an art form. It takes years of training to become an expert roaster with the ability to “read” the beans and make decisions with split-second

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

timing. The difference between perfectly roasted coffee and a ruined batch can be a matter of seconds. The process of roasting brings out the aroma and flavor that is locked inside the green coffee beans. A green bean has none of the characteristics of a roasted bean. It is soft and spongy to the bite and smells green, almost grassy. Roasting causes numerous chemical changes to take place as the beans are rapidly brought to very high temperatures. When they reach the peak of perfection, they are quickly cooled to stop the process. Roasted beans smell like coffee, and weigh less because the moisture has been roasted out. They are crunchy to the bite, ready to be ground and brewed. Most roasters have specialized

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

names for their favored roasts and there is very little industry standardization. This can cause a great deal of confusion for the buyer. But in general, roasts fall into one of four color categoriesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; light, medium, medium-dark or dark. The perfect roast is a subjective choice that is sometimes determined by national preference or geographic location.

Type of Coffee Color, bean size and surface texture correspond to the degree of roast

THE ROASTS Within the four color categories, you are likely to find common roasts as listed below. There can be a world of difference between roasts! Light Roasts Light brown in color. This roast is generally preferred for milder coffee varieties. There will be no oil on the surface of these beans, because they are not roasted long enough for the oils to break through to the surface. Medium Roasts Medium brown in color with a stronger flavor and a nonoily surface. This roast is often

referred to as the American roast because it is generally preferred in the United States. Medium-Dark Roasts Rich, dark color with some oil on the surface and with a slight bittersweet aftertaste. Dark Roasts Shiny black beans with an oily surface and a pronounced bitterness. The darker the roast, the less acidity will be found in the coffee beverage. Dark roast coffees run from slightly dark to charred, and the names are often used interchangeably, which can be very confusing.

STORING YOUR DAILY COFFEE It is important not to refrigerate or freeze your daily supply of coffee because contact with moisture will cause it to deteriorate. Instead, store coffee in air-tight glass or ceramic containers and keep it in a convenient, but dark and cool, location. Remember that a cabinet near the oven is often too warm, as is a cabinet on an

outside wall of your kitchen if it receives heat from a strong afternoon or summer sun. The commercial coffee containers that you purchased your coffee in are generally not appropriate for long-term storage. Appropriate coffee storage canisters with an airtight seal are a worthwhile investment for the discriminating coffee drinker.

We offer more than just sushi. We have a complete creativeÂ modern kitchen with dishes influenced by many Asian countries, including duck, steak and scallops, satisfying all different appetites. 12505 Old Meridian Street. Suite 140, Carmel, IN 46032 | (317) 810 - 1737

www.miracleindy.com 33

active

LIFE Magazine

Endless summer days present an ideal palette for creative home improvements.

Home

IMPROVEMENTS

ACTIVE

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Build Your Ideal Deck

A deck offers an ideal place to enjoy the outdoors right in your own backyard, and it is easier than you may think to build your own deck. You just need to know certain information to accomplish the task. PLANNING YOUR DECK You must first know what style and shape of deck you wish to build before proceeding. Check out the decks of family and friends for some ideas. In addition, many books and online resources are available to

Footing: The base on which a masonry wall or other support rests. It spreads out the load to prevent settling. Joists: Horizontal framing members that support a floor or ceiling. Pilot Hole: A small-diameter

points will equal 5 feet. Toenail: To drive nails at an angle. DECK PLANS Once you have the necessary measurements of the deck you are thinking of building, it is time to find the plans to show you how to build it. You can buy pre-made plans or computer software to design your own plans, or you can draw out your own plans if you have the skill. Most pre-made plans or computer-generated plans include a material and tool list of everything that goes into assembling your deck. Make sure if you’re drawing your own plans that you know all this information for yourself.

provide you with ideas. Once you know the basic shape and style chosen, you will need to take some measurements of the location of the deck. These measurements will allow you to choose the right plans. You should know the width, length and height of footings for your deck. TERMS YOU’LL NEED TO KNOW Beam: A horizontal support member. (Also see post.) Decking: The material installed over the supporting framing members to which the roofing material is applied. Edge: Either of the two longer sides of a board, perpendicular to the face. Face: Either of the two wide surfaces of a board.

hole that guides a nail or screw. Post: Any vertical support member. (Also see beam.) Rim Joist: The outermost joist in a structure’s floor framing. Rise: The vertical distance from one point to another above it; a measurement you need in planning a stairway or ramp. (Also see run.) Run: The horizontal distance a ramp or stairway traverses. (Also see rise.) Screed: Leveling concrete, sand or other material by pulling a board pipe or other straightedge across it in a sawing motion. Three-Four-Five Triangle: An easy, mathematical way to check whether a large angle is square. Measure 3 feet along one side and 4 feet along the other. If the corner is square, the diagonal distance between those two

MATERIALS, TOOLS AND SUPPLIES The next step is to choose the type of materials you are going to construct your deck with. Many choices are available today. Pressure-treated lumber such as southern yellow pine is a very popular low-cost option. This type of lumber is treated with certain chemicals that make it resistant to weather elements. Other lumber made of redwood or cedar also stands up well outside. Today, there are many synthetic choices also for building a deck, so examine the benefits of all before choosing the right one for you. SOME OF THE TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED ARE LISTED BELOW HAND TOOLS YOU NEED Tape Measure Layout Square Chalk Line

Carpenter’s Level Straight Edge Framing Hammer Framing Square Utility Knife Nail Sets POWER TOOLS YOU NEED Circular Saw Power Screwdriver (Manual ones can also be used.) OTHER SUPPLIES YOU NEED Nails and screws properly treated for outdoor use Various brackets for attaching the deck to the house and the pieces together (Note: This is just a sampling of tools needed. The plans you use should have a more detailed list.) CONSTRUCTING YOUR DECK Step 1: Clearing and leveling the land that the deck supports are going to set on or in footings. Step 2: Install the ledger boards onto the house at the appropriate height according to your plans, making sure they are well secured to the house’s foundation or framing. Step 3: Measure where footings go and dig holes. (First call utility companies to ensure no underground lines are present). A building inspector may have to inspect the open holes at this point; check local codes. Step 4: Framing out the deck is next. Step 5: Install the floor and build the steps. Step 6: Build the railings and finishing touches. Step 7: Stain the deck if so desired. This does depend on which materials are used for construction. Once the stain is dry, the deck is ready for a party.

trees • shrubs •annuals • perennials home decor • gifts • garden art

active

LIFE Magazine

Some cultures have a pulse all their own. Buenos Aires, Argentina, is one such place.

TRAVEL

and EXPLORE 37

TRAVEL/EXPLORE

Discover Tango in argentina

Music. Dance. Culture. Tango is all of that and more in Argentina. While visiting Buenos Aires, take your time to experiment and immerse yourself in this rhythm. Tango is essentially walking with a partner and the music. Emotion is an extremely important element of dancing tango, and the music affects the speed of the dance. A good dancer is one who makes you see the music, which often tells a story, usually a passionate romance. The Hidden History of Tango The history of tango is fascinating and complex. The evolution of the dance has profound implications for the way we dance today, and tango music has become one of the great genres of world music. The exact origins of tango— both the dance and the word itself—are lost in myth and an unrecorded history. The generally accepted theory is that in the mid-1800s, African slaves who had been brought to Argentina and their descendants began to influence the local culture. The word “tango” may be straightforwardly African in origin, meaning “closed place” or “reserved ground.” Or it may derive from Portuguese (and from the Latin verb tangere, to touch), having been picked up by Africans on the slave ships.

ACTIVE

Whatever its origin, by the time Argentine banned slavery in 1853, the word “tango” had acquired the standard meaning of a place where African slaves and free blacks gathered to dance. During the later part of the 1800s and early 1900s, Argentina underwent a massive wave of immigration. In 1869, Buenos Aires had a population of 180,000. By 1914, its population was 1.5 million. The intermixing of African, Spanish, Italian, British, Polish, Russian and native-born Argentines resulted in a melting pot of cultures, and each borrowed dance and music from one another. Traditional polkas, waltzes and mazurkas were mixed with the popular habanera from Cuba and the candombe rhythms from Africa. Most immigrants were single men hoping to earn their fortunes in this newly expanding

country. They were typically poor and desperate, hoping to make enough money to return to Europe or bring their families to Argentina. The evolution of tango reflects their profound sense of loss and longing for the people and places they left behind. Most likely, rudimentary dance forms that may have been known as “tango” were developed in African-Argentine dance venues. These venues were frequented by compadritos, young men— mostly native born, poor and of mixed ancestry—who liked to dress in slouch hats, loosely tied neckerchiefs and high-heeled boots with knives tucked casually into their belts. The compadritos took the dance to the Corrales Viejos—the slaughterhouse district of Buenos Aires—and introduced it in various low-life establishments where dancing took place: bars, dance halls and brothels. It was in these tenements where the African rhythms met the Argentine milonga music (a fast-paced polka). Soon new steps were invented and took hold as a new form of dance that combined traditions from many cultures. Exactly when and where the various forms of dance and music combined to create what we now think of as tango is unclear. What is clear is that tango was considered a dance from the poor barrios. Although high society looked down upon the activities in the barrios, well-heeled sons of the porteño oligarchy were not averse to slumming. Eventually, everyone found out about the tango and, by the beginning of the twentieth century, the tango as both a dance and as an embryonic form of popular music had established a firm foothold in the fast-expanding city of its birth. It soon spread to provincial towns of Argentina and across the River Plate to Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, where it became as much a part of the urban culture as in Buenos Aires. The worldwide spread of the tango came in the early 1900s

LI FE magazine |J UN E 2 0 1 5

when wealthy sons of Argentine society families made their way to Paris and introduced the tango into a society eager for innovation and not entirely averse to the risqué nature of the dance or dancing with young, wealthy Latin men. By 1913, the tango had become an international phenomenon in Paris, London and New York. There were tango teas, tango train excursions and even tango colors—most notably orange. The Argentine elite who had shunned the tango were now forced into accepting it with national pride. The tango spread worldwide throughout the 1920s and 1930s. The dance appeared in movies, and tango singers traveled the world. By the 1930s, the Golden Age of Argentina was beginning. The country became one of the ten richest nations in the world, and music, poetry and culture flourished. The tango came to be a fundamental expression of Argentine culture, and the Golden Age lasted through the 1940s and 1950s. Health Benefits It has been suggested that tango makes people feel more relaxed, sexier, and less depressed, and that it increases testosterone levels. Tangolates is an exercise method that combines the core stability of Pilates with the concentration, coordination and fluid movement of tango, designed in 2004 by Tamara Di Tella. Utilizing a partner-method and incorporating the aerobic or cardio element of music, it started as a rehabilitation technique for patients with severe dysfunctions of the nervous system. Tango in Denver The Denver Tango Festivals are a special treat for all tango dancers who love the social tango popular in the milongas of Buenos Aires: close, subtle and romantic. This year welcomes the 15th Denver Tango Festival on Labor Day weekend. Denver has a friendly, welcoming tango community, and if you’ve been before, you will see many of your friends from past festivals.

A C TI V E L I F E G U I DE . co m

Foam finger meet foam mustache

Craft Beer

Thursdays

2015 Craft Beer Nights The Indians will donate $1 to local charities for every Sun King pint purchased. Visit the Sun King mobile tap room to sample their latest seasonal brew.

THU

Jun 11

7: 05 pm

Gwinnett

Thu

Jul 23

7: 05 pm

Scranton/w-b

Thu

Aug 13

7: 05 pm

Toledo

Thu

Sep 3

7: 05 pm

Columbus

(Braves) (Yankees)

(Tigers) (Indians)

Save $2 when you purchase in advance at Indyindians.com Active Life Mag_June.indd 1

4/20/15 2:12 PM

Top mechanics Top bike ﬁt pro Knowledgeable & Friendly Employees

Experience Matters... T3 owners and employees have over 100 years of combined experience in cycling and multisport. With our experience comes unmatched knowledge. At T3 we share this knowledge and our passion for cycling and multisport with our customers.

Great selection of Road, Triathlon, Mountain, Cyclocross, Recreational Fitness bikes, Kid’s bikes & Gear

Triathlon Business International voted T3 top 10 store nationally providing triathlon products and services We do bike technical service ALL makes and models

2508 E 146th Street Carmel, IN 46033 317-257-1117 • t3multisport.com

Something for Everyone to Love

We love the environment at Tom Wood Subaru, which is why our new facility is Indiana’s first LEED certified car dealership for its eco-friendliness and energy efficiency. What’s more, we’re working toward becoming the state’s first zero landfill dealership by December 2015. We also love dogs! Tom Wood Subaru is pet-friendly, so bring your friendly pup with when you’re shopping our entire lineup of Subaru models for YOU to love. Like the 2015 Subaru Forester!

The new 2015 Subaru Forester The new Forester gets 32 MPG highway and all models feature Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. • Won Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com 2015 Best Resale Value Award • Named IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus 2015 Forester 2.5i Lease for

199/mo*

Buy starting from

23,287**

75 to choose from

Offers end 6/30/15. *10,000 miles per year. WAC. Security deposit waived. 36 months, $2,499 due at signing. **Stock FFB-02. Financing for well-qualified applicants only. $23,287 price plus option package, accessories, destination, and delivery.

TomWoodSubaru.com 888.693.7027 3300 E 96th St Indianapolis, IN 46240 The Car You Want. The Way You Want.

HAPPY HOMES MAKE HAPPY LIVES. What kind of happy are you? Let our experienced designers show you the positive impact of a well designed kitchen or bath remodel that fits your style, your family, and the way you live.

Live Happy. (317) 575-9540 | www.The-AffordableCompanies.com The Affordable Companies 1000 3rd Avenue SW. Carmel, Indiana 46032