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Preparing for the next step! Playing football in high school is different from playing in college and certainly different from playing in the NFL, right? Tulane University’s Chris Davenport and Julius Warmsley know exactly what it takes to prepare the body for the NFL combine and Pro Day. Davenport and Warmsley – each playing defense at Tulane just last year – worked out hard for three months after their college careers ended in preparation for the NFL. Workouts were intense all the way up to the May 8, 2014, NFL Draft. Davenport trained at Traction: Center for Sports Excellence, located on Airline Highway. Warmsley trained one-on-one with his college coach, Rob Phillips, head strength and conditioning coach at Tulane. Some may know Davenport from his time at Louisiana State University. The Shreveport native played for three years as a defensive tackle during his freshman year and then offensive tackle by the end of his career at LSU. Then he attended Tulane for his master’s degree and played his final year of eligibility to beef up his “lack of highlight film.” Baton Rouge native Warmsley played four years at Tulane as defensive end and tackle. Graduating from Tulane, Warmsley jumped straight into training for the combine. He described the experience as more of a “mindset change because you go from a team aspect to an individual aspect.” Both young men had to make changes to their routines. So how did they prepare to take on this next journey? To prepare for the NFL draft, Davenport had to lose weight and get 06
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back in the football groove after suffering a high ankle sprain at the end of his Tulane season. Davenport began training with Mack Chuilli, founder and performance enhancement director at Traction, to prepare for the NFL Pro Day. The intense workouts helped Davenport drop 23 pounds prior to Pro Day. He attributes his weight loss to eating right and hour-long workouts from Traction. Preparing for the draft was important to him, Davenport said, and he put all his focus and effort into it. “If I do this for six or seven months, I will be where I need to be and have the job that I want. That will allow me to wake up happy to go every day,” Davenport explained. “I am doing this for my future job. If I don’t do it now, later on it is going to catch up to me.” An upper-body workout day for Davenport included: • • • •
Regular stretching with 10 stretches Jump matrix series – vertical jump, broad jump series 40-yard dash sprints Weight room for strength series of planks and arm stretches to loosen up the arms. • Bench press sets and dumbbell curls • Super stretches, five stretches in four boxes • Core workout – stability lifts, stability chops, planks and 30-second hold in a plank or an Iso stability ball hold. Davenport’s meal plan included all baked items and all vegetables, such as broccoli, salad and green beans. Eating baked fish, chicken
Ready.Set.Geauxgeaux Sports fit and even zoodles, which is zucchini turned into noodles, became the norm for Davenport. “I was getting all my protein and carbs that I needed for a balanced diet. I still try to stick to it,” Davenport said. Warmsley described his “NFL prep” workouts with Coach Phillips as more of a “test and a way to perform better.” He said that preparing for the combine “isn’t a good representation to say if you are a good athlete” because the tests in themselves cannot provide a complete picture of what he could do on the field matched up to another player. Warmsley, 24, said a typical day of training lasted about three hours and consisted of: • 30-minute foam roll workouts and stretching • Outside workout with high knees and speed work • Back inside for upper-body, including band work, rotating work and shoulder work, bench press, bend over rows and etc. • Repeat with a second workout to really work every muscle, pushing to the limit • Finish off back outside for cardio. Mixing jogging, running, and jogging for 90 yards, decreasing the yards run in between down to reach 90 yards. • End with an ice bath (i.e., sitting in a tub full of ice) Warmsley’s “active rest days” consisted of swimming. Signed as a free agent with the Texans Titans, Warmsley said workouts are harder now, yet easier than working out pre-season for Tulane. He said this because during NFL rookie mini-camp, “it is all football!” and back at Tulane, he had to worry about football, school and everything else. In the NFL you just eat, breathe and sleep football, so there is more focus. Regarding nutrition, Warmsley said it is pretty easy to eat healthy with a nutritionist preparing meals for the team, but when on his own, he tries to follow the same meal plan and stay away from fast food. He prepares his meals covering half of his plate with fruits and vegetables, a quarter of his plate with starches and a quarter with protein. The fight for the NFL dream is still in motion for Davenport and Warmsley. Davenport was signed by the Washington Redskins and worked out with them for three days, but was released. He is still working hard and waiting to get another opportunity with a few other teams he is keeping in contact with. Warmsley is signed to the Texans, but is still fighting to make the active roster. He returns to training camp July 24. Working hard is still on his agenda as he attempts to make the 50-man roster. Entering the next world of football, one must be able to adjust. This is a business, as Warmsley mentioned. You have to continue to study, improve your body and remain focused so that you can get paid. And, according to Davenport, you must stay motivated in working toward your goals. GH&F August 2014 geauxhealthandfitness.com
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Celebrating 3 years on July 11th, Teaze fitness owner Soy Pizzolato, age 25 continues to work to provide the capital city with a unique workout experience. Soy has been able to provide a niche service to the Baton Rouge community by focusing on an acrobatic style of pole fitness. With such vigor for finding a way to think outside of the box and her hunger to create her own style of pole fitness, she began with no formal training and was self-taught through Youtube videos and a home use pole. She attributes her success in busi08
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ness to being able to provide a unique approach to fitness through her acrobatic and core strength style training, by providing multiple levels of classes for beginner to the advanced pole dancers, and her continued focus on being an innovator in the fitness arena in Baton Rouge. When people traditionally think of pole fitness, they think of the negative side, which would be considered more pole dancing. Teaze Fitness has taken a more Cirque Du Soleil style approach
to the studio. They have poles, gymnast style rings, and have a recent addition of suspended silks. At Teaze, they don’t teach you how to dance, think of it more like gymnastics on a vertical bar. Teaze is a place for any person that wants to begin changing their health in a positive direction. Soy always begins her classes with a warmup to increase blood flow and heart rate, then transitions stretching to loosen muscles. After stretching, Soy begins to teach acrobatic pole moves including spins
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and inversions. For Teaze fitness, there is never someone who is too obese or out of shape to take her class. She focuses on different muscle groups beginning off the pole and working towards the pole. Once you build your core and both upper and lower body strength, she will continue to teach new and more difficult moves, which challenges her clients to reach new fitness heights. Because Soy has created a sound and structured program, she has seen extreme weight loss success in her clients in as little as 2 months. By continuing
pole fitness through her pregnancy, she was able to maintain her level of fitness and 6 months later is now an example of the power of pole fitness with a 3 month 30 pound weight loss victory. In addition to her fitness program, Soy has created an opportunity for ladies to come out and have fun and focus on healthy living at the same time. She provides private group classes for bridal showers, ladies night out, and a host of other events.
She is a true testament to what following your dreams can help you achieve. After quitting nursing school with only a few semesters left, she opened Teaze Fitness and can truly say that this has been the best life decision that she has made. GH&F staff had the opportunity to watch as she demonstrated what a class would consist of. If you are looking for an out of the box workout experience, then visiting Teaze Fitness will definitely meet your needs. GH&F
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By Corey Calliet Calliet X-Treme Fitness
Owner of Calliet X-Treme Fitness, the New Orleans, Louisiana native is a NAZM and ISSA certified Personal Trainer, as well as, Fitness and Nutrition Coach that specializes in a variety of disciplines that include: Contest Preparation for Bikini, Figure, Physique and Bodybuilding Competitors Health & Wellness “I’m passionate about what I do because I’ve personally struggled with obesity, and can relate to people that deal with this challenge every day,” says Cailliet. “I want to empower and motivate people of all ages to adopt a healthier lifestyle.” Corey Calliet is a national competitive amateur bodybuilder and personality that has appeared in both movie and television projects. Movies – “Blood Out,” starring Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and “Never Back Down 2,” starring Michael Jai White. Television – ‘Tough Love: New Orleans” on VH1.
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Squat Start by standing up tall with shoulders back, feet about shoulder-width apart and toes pointing forward. With all your weight on your heels, inhale as you squat back by bending at the knee and sticking your butt back as you lower yourself. Keep your head and chest up, and your eyes looking forward. For added balance, bring your arms out in front of you as you lower yourself. Be sure not to let your knees go past your toes, and try to keep your thighs parallel to the ground. Exhale as you press up through your heels and squeeze your butt to stand back up straight.
Toe Touches Lie down on your back, making sure your back is firmly against the floor. Raise your legs up so that they are at a right angle with the floor (not everyone will be able to get their legs at exactly 90 degrees as you can see in video, so just try your best). Extend your arms and crunch up, trying to touch your hands to your toes. Aim to complete 15 to 20 reps. If you can comfortably do this, then try holding a dumbbell in both hands as you crunch up to make it more challenging. 10
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You may know Michael B. Jordan from roles in HBO’s The Wire, All My Children, Friday Night Lights, Fruitvale Station and will see him as the Human Torch in the 2015 Untitled Fantastic 4 Reboot. Corey Calliet knows him as one of his Celebrity Clients. As he is one of the Fantastic 4 Reboot Clients that Corey has been training, this is what Michael B. Jordan had to say about how Corey has impacted him:
“The thing that sets Corey apart from other trainers that I have worked with, is that he is the total package. Corey is able to motivate him in the gym and in life to help him achieve his goals of living a healthy lifestyle through both nutrition and exercise.”
Side Lateral raise Grasp dumbbells in front of thighs with elbows slightly bent. Bend over slightly with hips and knees bent slightly. Raise upper arms to sides until elbows are shoulder height. Maintain elbows’ height above or equal to wrists. Lower and repeat.
Tricep Kickback Kneel over bench with arm supporting body. Grasp dumbbell. Position upper arm parallel to floor. Extend arm until it is straight. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite arm.
Sumo Squat Step 1: Grab a heavy dumbbell and hold one end with both hands (dumbbell will be perpendicular to the ground). Stand with feet about twice shoulder-width apart and toes pointed out at an angle. Step 2: Begin exercise by bending at your hips and knees until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor. Lower back should have a natural arch with chest out. Pause, then exhale as you push back up to the starting position. Legs straight at the end of the squat. Step 3: Repeat as necessary.
Dumbell Row Kneel over side of bench by placing knee and hand of supporting arm on bench. Position foot of opposite leg slightly back to side. Grasp dumbbell from floor. Pull dumbbell to up to side until it makes contact with ribs or until upper arm is just beyond horizontal. Return until arm is extended and shoulder is stretched downward. Repeat and continue with opposite arm.
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Children and Obesity
By: Bill Gvoich, M.S. Medical Wellness Program Director Spectrum Fitness & Medical Wellness It’s hard enough for parents to keep their children happy and healthy, but when the community promotes unhealthy values, it’s nearly impossible. In Louisiana, we take pride in our cooking, our music and our football. We love to celebrate life, but the way that we celebrate might be harming the very thing we love most: our children. In recent years, the prevalence of childhood obesity has skyrocketed. While this epidemic has spread across the entire nation, the implications for Louisiana are more serious. As ours is one of the most obese states, it’s clear that our unique and wonderful Southern lifestyles are also taking a toll on us. So what’s the problem? There are a number of lifestyle changes that have happened in recent years, from the rise of TV to the decrease of required physical education classes in schools. But at its simplest, our kids are eating too much of the wrong foods and aren’t given the opportunity to do what children are naturally inclined to do—play.
parents are struggling with being obese and unhealthy? Poor lifestyle choices are handed down along with the inheritance, and the same people that are creating life are building a potentially deadly environment in order to sustain it.
“Children don’t do much climbing now. Any exercise is forced, and our culture is growing— literally— to think of movement as a chore!”
The change has happened very quickly, and we must take note. There was a time, a very short while ago, when kids played outside and on the playground, when they rode bikes and climbed into ditches to look at crawfish. Children don’t do much climbing now. Any exercise is forced, and our culture is growing—literally—to think of movement as a chore. So is the celebration of life as meaningful as it once was? Are we happy as a sedentary culture? What happens when even
The side effects of childhood obesity perpetuate into adulthood. Children as young as four are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, a disease that occurs largely due to lifestyle. Other symptoms of obesity include hypertension, learning and memory problems, cardiovascular diseases and even lowered life expectancy. Children who have never learned to entertain themselves without a TV are becoming parents, and the cycle perpetuates.
Moreover, the cost of treating the side effects of obesity are much higher than preventative measures, and this situation causes financial issues for the entire community. It seems that the lowincome group has been specifically targeted by the fast-food industry. With long hours and little payoff, low-income earners look for the best value in food (i.e., the most food for the least amount of money), and fastfood restaurants are there to provide high-calorie and highfat meals. We are living in a time when the simplest fruits and vegetables cost more than the most processed meats and oils. Laissez les bon temps rouler: If we are truly to live up to our joyful reputation, then we have to start living again. Those of us on the fringes of society make changes that seem drastic, but those changes are the only things that will keep us truly alive. GH&F August 2014 geauxhealthandfitness.com
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I consider myself a connoisseur of all things relaxation. There is no better place of enjoyment than a spa. The caress of the therapist as he/she removes the tension from your body, or the way that the mud mask, exfoliants and other products rehydrate and rejuvenate your skin. Don't forget the soaks and scrubs that make you feel like your body has gone through a renovation. Well, as you can see I truly enjoy my times of relaxation and wanted to share my Top Picks for Spas in 2014.
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bill gvoich: Successful Aging Bill is a regular contributor to our publication. He has been actively involved in the sports, health and fitness professions for more than 30 years working as a strength and conditioning coach, administrator, educator, author and inventor of exercise equipment. Q: What motivates you to live healthy, and help others to do the same? My A: work with diverse populations, from elite athletes to the
elderly, has enabled me to see how lifestyle choices affect health and the aging process. I have a passion for helping people achieve better health and improve their fitness. I want to be a role model and an inspiration to others.
Q: How much can a healthy lifestyle slow the decline of physical function associated with aging? There is no doubt that our physical ability declines as we age, but A:
the rapid decline is not because of aging; it is due to disuse. I will be 65 on Aug. 15 and I am proof that the right type of exercise, a healthy diet, sleep and stress modification is as close as we can get to the Fountain of Youth. I focus on functional aging, which helps me stay young. We can determine how we age with our lifestyle choices.
Q: How much do you exercise? A: The human body needs to move in order to function at a high
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level, regardless of age. I jog around three miles, from three to five days a week. It helps raise my energy levels as well as my cardiovascular fitness. I do strength training twice a week. I’m not focused on how much weight I can lift. It’s more about how my body can perform regardless of the physical demand. Quality sleep and recovery are essential ingredients to my exercise success.
Q: How important is diet? A: Food is fuel for the body. It has a huge impact on our health,
how we look and how we feel. I eat “clean.” I focus on a variety of whole foods with plenty of fruits and vegetables. My drink of choice is water! Breakfast consists of scrambled eggs with mushrooms, tomatoes and whole grain toast. For lunch I have a salad with tomatoes, bell peppers, avocado and fish. For dinner I eat something light and have a protein shake with yogurt and frozen fruit. I typically snack on fruit during the day. GH&F
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FLAB TO FAB By Candra Burges; Photography by Amy Martin
Jacqueline Nash was an international motivational speaker and had delivered keynote addresses and given seminar presentations at several conferences across the United States and abroad since 1990. She
is sought out as a speaker and presenter because of her great comedic delivery and her common sense, spirited approach to life. Ms. Nash has spoken extensively and passionately about the unmet civil legal needs of the poor, as well as issues that affect women, children, and any group that is disenfranchised.
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Jacqueline thought that her life was great, but in 1995 she found herself weighing 390 pounds and with an array of rising health concerns. She was medicated for high blood pressure and cholesterol, suffered from chronic fatigue, migraines, and lower back pain. “I joined Weight Watchers and lost 50 pounds but began gaining pounds again.” Jaqueline says. “In November 2007, my OB/Gyn and dear friend, Yolunda Taylor uttered these fateful words, “You are TOO BIG”! I weighed 300 pounds and even on meds, my blood pressure and cholesterol levels were extremely high. I had a new diagnosis, insulin resistance, which complicated weight loss. I knew that something had to change and fast!” After a few weeks of contemplating what to do about her rapid weight gain and deteriorating health Jacqueline’s friend Yolunda Taylor recommended the Lap-Band weight loss surgery that her husband Dr. Jonathan Taylor performed. On December 19, 2007, Dr. Jonathan Taylor performed the surgery and it was a success. The Lap Band, Weight Watchers and Jesus have made it possible for me to lose a total of 125 pounds! All of my health issues have been resolved. “I feel good and I look fantastic!” Jaqueline says. “And the way I feel, I can never go back to my old ways and bad habits. I offer a warm and generous dialogue about this very emotional subject. I find that talking about my journey to overcome morbid obesity helps me to keep focused in order to maintain my weight loss, which I could never do before.” “After 33 months and 110 pounds gone, I reset my goal weight and lost an additional 15 pounds while on maintenance. Maintaining weight loss takes just as intense focus and commitment as losing the weight. I am proud to say I have maintained my weight loss for four phenomenal years!!!! Just as I changed my mindset regarding losing and maintaining a healthy weight, I can convince others that it is possible for them to be a success! I am a shining example to anyone who desires to permanently taking control of their health. Weight loss surgery provided the permanent weight loss that was always elusive to me. It changed my life, for good and forever.” GH&F
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I don’t Feel Like it! How to Get Your Energy Back By Bill Gvoich, M.S. Medical Wellness Program Director Spectrum Fitness & Medical Wellness
Does fatigue attack you from the moment you open your eyes? For some, caffeine is the only way to start the day. For others, a cup or two of coffee is not enough. They need added sugar and other treats to get them going. As the day wears on, increased fatigue calls for increased use of stimulants. What people do not understand is that the quick energy fix actually depletes them of the energy they seek.The key to regaining your energy is to focus on tapping into existing resources: diet, exercise and rest.
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Exercise is the “dark horse” of untapped energy resources. At the end of a long day, it may seem impossible to spend the recommended 30 minutes on aerobic activity, such as a brisk walk or bike ride, especially when you have nothing left in the tank. The hardest part about exercise is getting started, but including exercise in your routine will actually raise your energy levels by improving your quality of sleep, helping you relax, elevating your mood and alertness, and improving your physical ability to carry out daily
Ready.Set.Geaux geaux healthy Sports tasks with greater ease and confidence. Exercise also helps improve our digestive health and absorption of nutrients from the foods that we eat. Exercise is important, but the body can’t function at a high level without high-quality food. We need to eat a variety of whole foods, including fruits and vegetables, to provide our bodies with the essential nutrients needed to rebuild and recover. Alternatively, a poor diet combined with a sedentary lifestyle and high stress depletes our bodies of energy reserves and raises our risk of diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. When sugar levels spike, we feel energized. When they drop, we feel fatigued. To combat this effect, we normally respond to food and drinks with added sugar and caffeine to raise our blood sugar levels, and the cycle repeats. When our bodies adjust to a clean diet, our energy levels increase, and our cravings for foods that are high in sugar, fats and sodium decrease. The best way to fight a lack of sleep, which causes fatigue, is to sleep more. But sleeping more is not the same as getting quality sleep. We are a sleep-deprived nation, with most of us falling short of an optimum nightly rest by two or three hours.
The key to regaining your energy is to focus on tapping into existing resources: diet, exercise and rest. Our society has a negative view on adequate rest. Even our personal lifestyles have no room for sleep, and as a result we are a tired culture. Sleep deprivation can negatively affect our health and our energy — it’s linked to obesity, lack of focus, fatigue, anxiety, depression, forgetfulness and a weakened immune system. For most people, the day’s greatest challenge is to stay awake without resorting to added stimulants. The irony lies in the fact that the very things we use to help us improve our energy levels end up depleting them. It is time to look at the untapped natural sources of energy: diet, exercise and rest. GH&F
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Just as it takes consistency and discipline to attain success with your physical fitness, consistency and discipline are instrumental when it comes to fiscal or financial success! There are EIGHT areas of focus that are required for true fiscal fitness:
1) PAY YOURSELF FIRST!
Deposit a set investment EACH and EVERY MONTH in an investment program.
2) ADJUST YOUR PRIORITIES
If you make $10 and spend $9 = HAPPINESS. If you make $10 and spend $11 = MISERY.
3) CHANGE YOUR THINKING
If you think you don’t deserve to be financially independent, you’ll never be financially independent.
4) ADJUST YOUR LIFESTYLE
An important concept to remember and understand is WANT versus NEED.
5) EARN ADDITIONAL INCOME
Consider taking a part time job or business to generate the extra income for your investment program.
6) REALIGN YOUR ASSETS
Eliminate LOSERS: 1) Low Interest savings accounts or accumulations with banks 2) High cost life insurance
7) AVOID THE CREDIT TRAP
Be careful to avoid the pitfalls of “PLASTIC MONEY” (credit cards).
8) SET GOALS and HAVE a PLAN
Necessary: 1) An incentive to make the necessary sacrifices 2) Benchmarks to gauge your progress
You make choices when it comes to making weight-loss decisions. You can improve your diet. That will do the job over time. You can start a great workout plan. That’ll do the job even quicker. If you want to lose weight even faster and look even better, you can improve your diet AND set up a great workout plan! Your FISCAL FITNESS is no different. To accelerate the process, EARN more money and SAVE more money! YOU can do it! GH&F August 2014 geauxhealthandfitness.com
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The easiest way to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight is to cut calories without feeling a sense of deprivation. The smallest change in a specific food can make a difference in your calorie intake. The optimum approach is to make many small changes that can add up to a significant caloric decrease overall. Every little bit counts! Here is a list of easy changes you can make without even knowing it:
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Gardetto’s Original Snack Mix ½ cup srvg: 150 cal and 6 gm fat Savings: 30 cal and 2.5 gm fat
Traditional Chex Mix ½ cup srvg: 120 cal and 3.5 gm fat
Ritz Crackers 1 oz (10 crackers) srvg: 160 cal and 8 gm fat Savings: 40 cal and 5.5 gm fat
Triscuit Reduced Fat Crackers 1 oz (7 crackers) srvg: 120 cal and 2.5 gm fat
Tostitos Tortilla Chips 1 oz srvg: 140 cal and 7 gm fat Savings: 20 cal and 4 gm fat
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Jimmy Dean Sausage Egg Cheese Biscuit 1 sandwich: 410 cal, 29 gm fat, 12 gm pro Savings: 160 cal, 21 gm fat (w/ a gain of 5 gm pro!)
Jimmy Dean Delights Turkey Sausage Egg White and Cheese English Muffin 1 sandwich: 250 cal, 8 gm fat, 17 gm pro
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Pork Loin 4 oz: 323 cal and 15 gm fat Savings: 169 cal and 9 gm fat
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Fresh Blueberries ½ cup: 42 cal and 7.5 gm sugar Savings: 238 cal and 26.5 gm sugar
Dried Blueberries ½ cup: 280 cal and 34 gm sugar
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Blue Bell Light Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream ½ cup: 140 cal and 4.5 gm fat
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Just remember: We want to make every calorie count. Don’t waste extra calories on “unhealthier” food choices that are not worth it. You’ve got this! Lori is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s of Science in Nutrition. Make her book, My Little Black Book for a Healthy, NON-diet Lifestyle, your reference guide to losing weight for good! It is available for purchase at www.Lori-Gardiner. com and Amazon.com. GH&F
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Healthy school lunches
By Traci Vincent, Chef, Nutrition & Wellness Coach; Proprietor, TVA Consulting, LLC Public school system child nutrition programs are challenged daily with the dilemma of how to serve nutritious meals to children on a budget. The Child Nutrition Program (CNP) provides very healthy food options currently with minimal challenges. The greatest challenge, however, has been working to change the habits of students so they will want to eat more fruits, vegetable and whole grains, according to Dr. Nadine L. Mann, a Registered Dietician (R.D.) and a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (L.D.N.). Dr. Mann is the Child Nutrition Program Administrative Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish School System (EBRPSS). Considering the 2014-2015 school year, Geaux Health & Fitness inquired what is currently being served for lunch in school cafeterias and the standards and guidelines EBRPSS follows to ensure healthy choices for school meals to students. Families around the EBRP community rely on child nutrition programs heavily. Without it, children simply may not receive adequate nutrition. The EBRPSS philosophy is: “Good Nutrition is the Key to Learning,” and that every student has the right to be served a nutritious breakfast and lunch at the lowest price in a clean, safe and pleasant environment. So, their commitment to the effort to help keep kids learning, and to provide affordable meals to staff has brought about some innovative proposals, such as free breakfast and lunch for all EBRPSS students.
Farm-to-table programs in more locations throughout the EBRP may eventually help with the CNP food cost. During the 2013-2014 school year, 40,837 students were enrolled in one of EBRPSS’s 83 sites, including Elementary, Middle, High School; or Charters, Educational Centers, or Alternative Schools. Of these students, more than 82 percent of them were free or reduced lunch eligible. Current pricing for these meals is as follows: breakfast is free for all students; for lunch service, elementary schools pay $2.25 and secondary schools, $2.50.
The CNP has gained momentum over the years with increasing their average amount of healthy food elements introduced into the food service program. This effort has increased 117 percent since the 20062007 school year. Some examples of these healthy food elements have been strawberries, broccoli florets and baby carrots, dark green romaine lettuce, whole wheat hamburger and hot dog buns.
For those who cannot afford to pay those rates daily may be eligible for a reduced price lunch, which is $0.40. However, Dr. Mann has submitted Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) proposal to the state and awaits response in the hopes that the CNP will not only provide free lunch to EBRPSS students in the 2014-2015 school year. Free or reduced-price meals are available to qualified students—and applications for school meal benefits may be completed online. (www.foodservice.ebrschools.org)
Although children are typically not open to a wide range of foods, especially fruits and vegetables, it is possible to open their minds by introducing more fruits and vegetables through the healthy variety of food at their school cafeteria; or farm to table school nutrition programs. The best way to expose children to healthy meals is early on in their household, or through their school lunch program. Many school systems around the country have begun experimenting with a farm-to-table programs that allow students to eat meals from locally produced organic fruits and vegetables. When I inquired if EBRPSS has participated in this type of program, Dr. Mann stated, “EBR has school gardens at approximately four schools: The Dufrocq School, v Elementary, Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet (FLAIM), and University Terrace Elementary. These gardens provide fresh produce that is used at the school for fresh vegetable testing with the students at each school. The Child Nutrition Program is working to gain more knowledge of farm to school programs hoping to implement more local purchases in the next few years for school cafeterias.”
Nutritionally, CNP does not cut corners. In a presentation on childhood obesity Dr. Mann said that the CNP “provide 1/3 (lunch) and 1/4 (breakfast) Recommended Daily Allowances for calories, protein, calcium, iron, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C, that are age appropriate for students.” The EBRPSS CNP meets those standards and noted the regulations that they have followed for years: “The nutrition standards for fats, sugars, etc. have been in place by USDA for a number of years,” Mann said. “The amount of fruits, vegetables and whole grains that are offered on school menus has increased over the last two to three years to meet the Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010. Changes were made to the menus to add additional fruits, vegetables and whole grains.” (www. choosemyplate.gov). GH&F
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butter vs. margarine
By Amber Smith
The butter versus margarine fight seems to be an endless battle. For years we were told that margarine was the better choice, but could butter now be better? There is so much information out there that it’s easy to get confused when you hit the butter aisle. Here is a quick guide that explains the basics to help you make the best decision for your health.
Butter Butter is a dairy product made using cow’s milk. Most people prefer the taste and texture of butter. With all that great taste comes plenty of saturated fats and low density lipoproteincholesterol (LDL-C), better known as “bad” cholesterol. One tablespoon, a typical serving size, contains 11 grams of saturated fat. If you’re watching your cholesterol levels, butter may not be the best choice.
Margarine Margarine is a non-dairy product made by putting vegetable oils through a process called hydrogenation. O’Neil warned that “a side effect of incomplete hydrogenation is the creation of trans fats.” Trans fats can also cause LDL-C, or bad cholesterol levels, to rise. Not all margarines contain trans fats, but be weary of those that do. “The food industry and everyone else is working feverishly to get trans fats out of food,” O’Neil said.
Carol O’Neil, a nutritionist and professor in LSU’s School of Human Ecology, said that butter isn’t all bad. She said the naturally occurring saturated fats in butter “are still better for people than hydrogenated vegetable oils like margarine or something like Crisco.”
Margarine has some advantages, including costing less and having less calories. A tablespoon of margarine typically has about 80 calories and 2.5 grams of saturated fats. “Margarine also tends to be supplemented with vitamin A, which is a shortfall nutrient in some populations,” O’Neil said.
Calories are another aspect to take into consideration, and butter is full of them. A serving size of stick butter typically contains 100 calories. If butter is your spread of choice and you want to cut down on the calories or fats, then whipped butter or light butter is your best option. The whipping process adds air to the mixture. The lighter texture still has all the butter taste, but with less calories and less saturated fats.
If margarine is your spread of choice, look for brands without trans-fat or partially hydrogenated oils. Stay away from stick margarine and go for the tub. Stick margarine contains the most trans fats. O’Neil suggested choosing margarines that are blended with other oils like olive oils or coconut oil.
Your best option is to skip the butter or margarine all together when you can. O’Neil recommended using unsaturated fats like olive oil or canola oil. But, she said, like anything else, moderation is key. GH&F
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how to be a healthy tailgater
By Heather Jiminez; Photography by Amy Martin Photography
It’s South Louisiana’s favorite time of year, Football Season! But it is also the unofficial start to the season of weight gain. People find it hard to control their weight starting now through the New Year. So how do you cheer on your favorite team, without adding on the extra pounds? Here are a few tips that will help you make healthier choices at your next tailgating party.
Take A Tailgate Time-Out
Before you dive into the tailgating festivities, follow these tips to help curb your eating: • Make healthier food choices the two days prior to the festivities. This will allow for a little splurge while you enjoy your football game. • Have a small snack before you leave that contains protein and fiber so you will be less tempted to overeat. • Eat from a plate so that you can track what you are eating. People do not realize how much they eat when they are constantly grazing over the buffet. • Check out all the food offerings before you load your plate, then select the leanest protein, veggies and fruit, and limit the white starchy foods. • Remember that alcohol counts and has plenty of calories. One smart tactic is to alternate alcoholic drinks with water throughout the day. Too much alcohol can lead to increased hunger.
Now that you have some tips, how do you make it happen? The number one rule is to NEVER leave your house unprepared. In the famous words of Winston Churchill, “He who fails to plan is planning to fail.” Bring your own healthy dish. You contribute to the tailgating party and you ensure you have a healthy option there. Pack a few snacks that you can nibble on in case healthy options aren’t available.
Score Points with These Healthy Options
• Fresh fruit, sliced or in salads or kabobs • Assorted vegetables with low-fat dips and salsas • Low-fat snacks, such as popcorn, pretzels and baked chips • Lean meats and seafood, and low-fat cheeses • Whole-grain breads and crackers • Salads made with light dressings • Salsas and wraps
Quick Tips to Help Ward off Those Extra Pounds
• Pack your favorite protein shakes or bars. Try Caramel Pretzel Protein 7 Synthesis Protein Powder. • Take a fat burner when you wake up and at lunch. My favorite fat burner is Thermovex by EvoChem. • Bring digestive enzymes to take before each meal. They will help your body process the food you eat. • BCAAs or Branched Chain Amino Acids will help you stay hydrated and are also great to ward off a hangover. You can add them to your water in between alcohol beverages. You will also want to drink them the morning after if you wake up with a hangover. They will help with rehydration and get you feeling better faster. Try Watermelon BCAA Sport by Forza One.
If you stop by Nutrishop, the staff will let you sample products and help you pick the best supplements for your goals. Remember to ask about the FREE Nutrition plans. Now that you have the tools, you are ready for your first tailgate party. Happy and Healthy Tailgating! GH&F
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Making the Right Calls:
A Guide to
Becoming
a Smart
Football
Fan.
Ready for play The official in the white hat makes this call. He is telling us it is time to start the game or resume play.
Starting the clock Game time is running!
Stopping the clock The play is stopped or time is stopped.
Touch Down This should be a no-brainer, especially if you have attended a game!
Deadball A touch back from a kick or punt, when the ball rolls into the end zone. Essentially this causes a stop on the play.
First Down 10 yards gained to the next first down marked by orange “down markers” signs or a yellow line on TV screens. The offense has 10 more yards and three more chances to score.
Understanding the calls from the officials is very important when watching a football game. Don’t be a football fan who does not know what the “roughing the passer” call looks like. Oh, and ladies, next time you are watching a game with your boyfriend or husband, impress him with your knowledge of the officials’ calls. No doubt about it, he will look at you with a twinkle in his eye! We caught up with a high school and college official to explain exactly what the officials are telling us when the spotlight is on them. Louis Metevia, president of the Baton Rouge Football Officials Association, explains each call in detail below. by Erin Fulbright
Safety If an opponent is stopped in defended end zone in which they are defending.
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Lost of down After a penalty is given without replay of down, such as legal forward. The last down is counted.
Incomplete pass Pass was not caught. Unsuccessful try. Penalty is declined from opposing team. Or at the opening of the coin toss it could refer to the winner of the coin toss wanting to defer to second half.
Legal touching (Umpire makes this call.)The quarterback commits a forward pass, but it is tipped by a defensive lineman causing the play to be legal.
Inadvertent whistle Official blows whistle to kill play, but should not have. Mistake on official!
Disregarded Flag An official threw a flag and another official steps in to say that the so-called penalty did not happen. The flag will not count.
End of period Called after each quarter’s end and at the end of the game.
Sideline warning Team members and coaches on the sideline required to move back. This is a warning or next time it becomes a penalty!
Illegal touching Ineligible receiver touches the ball and he should not be downfield. Anyone who touches the ball that is not suppose to! Any player on the offensive line of scrimmage and the ball crosses the line of scrimmage he cannot get the forward pass. The last person on the line of scrimmage (end) or in backfield can only touch the ball.
Uncatchable forward pass A foul is called, but the ball is clearly thrown uncatchable to the receiver. Meaning it is way overhead and the player would not be able to catch the ball anyway.
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Off-sides A or B player is lined up across neutral zone. Neutral zone is the size of the football. The Center (player who hands off the ball) is the only one in the neutral zone.
Substitution infraction Offense has more than 11 players on the field.
False start When an offensive lineman flinched or the wide receiver takes off before the ball is snap. Or illegal formation: Meaning five players were in the back. There can never be more than four players in the back field.
Illegal participation Illegal batting/kicking Not called often. Catch illegal substitution. This is 15-yard Batting the ball forward by a team penalty. Or if a team played with more than 11 on field and an toward their end zone or any kick official did not catch the count. (Before each play all officials that is not a kickoff, extra point or on field should count to see number of players on field. field goal.
Forward pass interference Player prevents opponent from catching a ball by some type of illegal contact. This call can be called on an offense or defense player. Kick catch interference-The kicking team prevents the receiving team from catching a punt or free kick illegal.
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Delay of game The play clock runs out and the play has not started or if defense holds up the game.
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First Down 10 yards gained to the next first down marked by orange “down markers” signs or a yellow line on TV screens. The offense has 10 more yards and three more chances to score.
Sideline interference Someone on the sideline gets in the way of the official’s job. (A flag is thrown and 15-yard penalty is placed.)
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Intentional grounding Called on the QB. He attempts getting rid of the ball to avoid a sack without rolling out of the pocket first.
Equipment violation Players are not wearing equipment as required to do so, such as mouthpiece not in, chin strap not snapped or having the wrong pads on.Shift- Player goes into motion and the running back goes to replace first player at the same time but is not set for at least a second before the snap. Both must be still before the ball snaps.
Clipping Illegal block below the waist from the back.
Chop block A high-low block where two players are blocking at the same time or back-to-back. One is above the waist and one is below the waist.
Holding/illegal use of hands Anytime someone hits an opponent in the helmet or any contact with helmet or facemask with hands. Obstructing any player from play.
Illegal block in the back A block to opponent in the back outside the free-blocking zone on the field. Free-blocking zone is five-yards to any side from the ball.
Helping runner interlocked blocking Aiding teammates with the ball run forward by picking the player and ball up or throwing forward. This call is usually called on kick-off or punts.
Facemask Grasping and pulling of opponent’s facemask or helmet opening.
Tripping Trying to leg-whip the opponent to trip the player. Shift- Player goes into motion and the running back goes to replace first player at the same time but is not set for at least a second before the snap. Both must be still before the ball snaps. August 2014 geauxhealthandfitness.com
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breaking bad habits By Pamela Labbe
Larry Benoit believes that all dogs are trainable. Benoit began professional dog training in 2009 with business partner Dick Russell, who lost his long-time battle with cancer in January 2011. Not so long ago Russell’s name was synonymous with dog training in the Greater Baton Rouge area. In fact, Russell had trained Benoit in the techniques that he had perfected through 50 years of canine training. “It’s very important to train all dogs,” Benoit said, “because of all the daily interactions family pets have with their human families.” Benoit stressed that an owner can change his puppy’s behavior only while the behavior is happening. Certain breeds, including Bassett hounds, Beagles and Mastiffs, are highly independent, and Benoit said that a seasoned trainer is needed to accomplish results with these breeds. Border Collies, Poodles and Labrador Retrievers are more easily trained, and Benoit identified them as less independent and appreciative of human interaction. “All things considered, there are exceptions to every breed,” Benoit explained. Benoit stressed the importance of socializing dogs. From three to eight weeks of age, puppies should be held by a number of different people. Children should be supervised by parents and never allow them to get the puppies from the mother dog by themselves. Once puppies have all their shots, they can begin socializing with other dogs. Benoit advised starting obedience training for puppies at 12 weeks of age to deter unwanted behavior, and instill boundaries and limitations.
For breaking bad habits, Benoit suggested the following dog training tips: Biting: Biting is natural for a puppy because its mouth serves as the hands of the dog, allowing it to explore its world. “Teaching your puppy not to bite starts at birth,” Benoit explained. “When a puppy bites the mother too hard when feeding, she gets up and the puppy learns from this by not biting so hard the next time. Also, when puppies play with their litter mates, and one bites too hard, a yelp rings out and play is over. This is called ‘Bite Inhibition.’ The puppy learns a negative thing will occur when he bites too hard.” Benoit said this is why puppies should remain with their mother and siblings until 8 to 10 weeks old. He uses the “‘yelp technique’” by imitating a sibling yelping when bit too hard and getting up and moving away from the offending puppy.” Excessive Barking: Dogs bark for many reasons, including fear, separation anxiety, attention seeking, boredom and loneliness. “Getting your dog to bark less will take time, work, practice and consistency,” Benoit said. With proper techniques and time, the dog owner will make progress. Shouting at your dog to stop his barking stimulates your dog to bark more because he thinks you’re joining in. So the first rule is to speak calmly and firmly without yelling. Benoit suggested saying the command “quiet” in a calm, assertive voice when your dog is barking. When and if he stops barking, even if it’s just to take a breath, praise him and give him a treat. Never treat your dog while he’s barking. Soon he will figure out if he stops barking, at the word “quiet,” he will get a treat. Benoit suggested that you should make it a very good treat, like cheese or chicken bits. 38
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Jumping: If your dog jumps on you when you arrive home, he is the pack leader. Benoit said if your dog jumps on your guests, he is making sure these new arrivals also know the dog is in charge. But what can you do to stop this? “Be the leader,” Benoit advised. “The leader leads by projecting a calm consistent leadership. When a dog doesn’t have a clear leader, he tries to fill the role, usually to a negative outcome for both owner and the dog.” Benoit suggested not giving your dog attention right away when arriving home. “This kind of attention is wonderful for a human child, but not for a dogs,” Benoit said. “Dogs are animals, and the kindest thing you can do is to treat your dog like a dog.” Benoit said: “Treat your dog like a human, and he will treat you like a dog.” To correct the bad habit of unwanted jumping, Benoit suggested having your dog sit when your guest arrives at the door. “Your dog will follow your commands when he respects you as his leader,” Benoit said. “Inconsistency triggers confusion and anxiety in a dog. Leaders never deter from the leadership role, and neither should you!” Digging: Some breeds, like Terriers and Beagles, are more prone to digging than others. If he feels stress from pent up energy, your dog will release it through digging. Exercise will stop most, if not all, unwanted dog behavior. Urination: While peeing in the house (marking) is primarily a behavior of male unneutered dogs, dominant females do it, too, but mostly outdoors. Your dog may not mark your home, but might embarrass you by marking in someone else’s home instead. According to Benoit, insecure dogs, dominate dogs and unneutered males mark to make themselves feel better and to feel in charge. Male testosterone is also to blame when a female in season is around. Small dogs mark more than big dogs. This is commonly found in multiple-dog homes when a struggle for dominance exists. Benoit said he uses a “rattle can” with consistency as a solution. “When Spike lifts his leg to mark, I rattle the can and startle his plan. Or I sometimes toss the can in his direction without hitting him. These two things make the dog uncomfortable.” When a dog experiences discomfort, the behavior soon ceases, according to Benoit. Benoit teaches a Basic Five Week Dog Obedience (group class) for $150, and registrants can return to the class for no additional cost for the life of the dog, should a refresher course be needed. The classes, held in Baton Rouge, Denham Springs and Zachary, orient pet owners with a basic understanding of dogs. The Baton Rouge classes are held in the parking lot of Petz Plaza at 8380 Jefferson Hwy. For more information, see: www.larrybenoitdogtrainer.com. GH&F
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Unveiling Myths of the Female Libido
By Pamela Labbe
A libido is just a fancy term for a person’s sex drive. Our libido strengthens and weakens in waves and it depends on biological, psychological and environmental factors. Some factors affecting the sex drive of women, in particular, include stress, illness, medication, lifestyle, aging, relationship blues, body image, depression, new baby, drugs and alcohol. There are many myths about the female libido, and the purpose of this article to debunk a few of them. Check your knowledge of the female libido by attempting to answer the following five questions:
1. the more sex a woman has, the more she will want. (True or False) True. It has been found that increased sexual encounters can increase her appetite for sex, thus increasing her libido. Apparently, the more satisfying sex a woman has, the more her body will desire it, and the faster she will become aroused.
2. While women reach their sexual peak at age 28, men reach theirs at 18. (True or False)
True. Testosterone peaks at age 18 in men; women’s estrogen hits its high point in their mid-20s. But remember, just because one’s hormones are peaking, this doesn’t say the same about one’s sexual performance, which can be outstanding at any age.
3. Oysters are known aphrodisiacs, which can help increase desire. (True or False)
Well, Maybe. While aphrodisiacs are thought to be mostly in our head, it has been suggested that we should never underestimate the power of suggestion. Foods that are aphrodisiac are those that stimulate the love senses (i.e., sight, smell, taste, touch). Foods considered sexy are generally those that are smooth, rich, creamy, exotic or spicy. Interestingly, foods and the act of eating can suggest sex to the mind, which can stimulate desire in the body. The ancient Aztecs considered chocolate as a powerful aphrodisiac, and to this day, a box of chocolates is considered a staple in the romantic gift department.
4. What is a woman’s most powerful sex organ?
Her brain (or some might even say her imagination). According to one source, the brain is actually the center of sexuality for a woman. While sex is a physical act, libido is built on emotions in women. A stimulated and aroused brain leads to an increase in desire for physical attention. When you arouse the mind of a woman, you potentially arouse her entire body.
5. Does size matter when it comes to satisfaction?
Sources suggest that “no penis is too large or too small for any vagina,” however perception and preference definitely plays a large role here. Men typically claim that it’s not what you have that matters, but what you do with it; however, some women will retort that size matters, no matter what men say. Everyone is entitled to her own opinion.
Sources: http://www.menshealth.com/health/sex-myths; www.m.webmd.com
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pornography: killing marriages By Darryl Hurst
Should God have clearly defined pornography as one of the seven deadly sins? It is my opinion that pornography sets a false example of a healthy sex life, sets the stage for trust issues in a relationship, and ultimately kills marriages with a slow death.
Pornography, while mentally and sexually stimulating, is a false example of what a healthy sex life should be. A husband or wife who openly watches porn in a marriage provides a sense of insecurity for their spouse. Unrealistic expectations for your spouse in the bedroom result from the mental images that are provided by pornography. When your spouse fails to meet such expectations, the pornography viewer begins to develop a dependency on pornography to meet these expectations or you lose interest in your spouse, which triggers roaming eye syndrome. A healthy sex life is one with natural intimacy, which begins outside of the bedroom. Pornography creates images of perfection in an imperfect world. Your spouse may not look like the person or image stuck in your mind from the video, or may not be able to perform the way the actress is performing (and the key word is actress). This vision of perfection sets a level of insecurity in your marriage as your spouse can begin to think that he or she needs to be endowed in the areas as the person in the film or improve in other ways to keep your interest. These insecurities create a void that can weaken your marriage. Great sex can only occur when a husband and wife focus on one other, and The Bible describes it as “one flesh.” But porn teaches the brain to focus on multiple images, body types, partners and scenarios. The focus on one’s spouse becomes lost, and repeated use of pornography takes precedence. A habit or an addiction to porn is an obvious killer to marital and sexual oneness; true focus is on oneself and not on the couple or marital unit. If you want your marriage to flourish, put down the porn and focus on your spouse. GH&F A Message from a Married Man
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Katie Norsworthy Makeover story
by Candra Burges
As a full time wife and mother, Katie Norsworthy finds little time to spend on herself. Katie says, “My days are usually spent juggling being a full time mom and running my own business. I’m a work-at-home mom to a three-year-old daughter, Evelynn, and one year old son, Vincent, with my amazing husband, Krist.” She adds, “Me and my hubby love going to the movies, but I don’t know when the last time we actually did that, so Netflix and Redbox are our favorites.” As a graduate from Southeastern Louisiana University, Katie runs a very successful photography business called My Sister and I Photography. She’s also in training to run her first Warrior Dash, a 5K, this October.
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Katie’s family describes her as a fun,energetic,silly,and also remarkably selfless. “Faith and family are very important to me. I want our lives to be a good reflection of our faith. Becoming a mother has taught me more about God than anything else ever could. I am excited that my daughter, Evelynn, begins homeschooling this fall. I already try to teach my kids as much as I can, but I look forward to having a more structured, school-like atmosphere.” Katie describes her makeover as an absolutely wonderful experience! “I think I liked the clothes a little too much. I don’t have much time for going out, but I know that I need these new additions in my wardrobe! As a photographer, I loved the bold, playful hair colors. The team at Skin pHanatics Spa was great and actually taught me some quick makeup tricks for my busy day-today schedule.” Katie thanks Geaux Health and Fitness Magazine for this experience as it was truly needed and appreciated. She is now on to her next and maybe biggest task for this fall, teaching her son to not eat dirt. GH&F
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Ryan Theriot’s top picks
by Ryan Theriot
As a former baseball player who had the opportunity to play in the SEC and at the highest level -- MLB, I’ve seen first-hand athletics played at its pinnacle. Now in my career as an owner at one of the country’s top performance-enhancement facilities, I’m in the perfect position to evaluate not only baseball players, but athletes from ALL sports, at ALL levels. I’ve identified certain strengths and weaknesses that carry over from the baseball field, to the basketball court, and even the soccer pitch. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, I know first-hand the importance of football in our great city. I can vividly remember the days in Chicago when I’d dress in full LSU tailgate gear and walk through Wrigleyville. I received a ton of strange looks from those stupid Northwestern fans… Oh, well. I’m just as fired up as all of you for the upcoming seasons, and want to give you my outlook for the Jags and Tigers... My hope is that Coach Miles and the LSU staff spend more time coaching the guys than they do changing their diapers. Like we always say, “We’ll be young, but very talented.” It seems to be a reoccurring statement the past few years. This year we’ve taken that to a whole new level. There’s a chance we have a starting QB who has never taken a snap in college, a running back who was voted most likely to succeed at St. Aug last year, and two wide outs with less experience than Blain Bech (no offense Blain).
So here are my players to watch for the 2014-2015 season: Tre’Davious White and Rashard Robinson make up maybe the most talented sophomore defensive backfield in the country. Assuming Jalen Mills is cleared to play this season LSU is Primed to have yet another shut down secondary. Because of the uncertainty at the quarterback position, the left tackle has never been more important at Tiger Stadium. The good news for Tiger fans is that we have one of the best in college football. La’el Collins returns for his senior campaign primed to lead an exciting defense.
My pick to click this season is Kendall Beckwith. The Tiger coaching staff did everything they could last season to get him on the field. That meant playing him out of position at defensive end. Under the tutelage of a salty DJ Welter, Kendall has progressed to a possible three down linebacker, which is very rare in a John Chavis defense. And now on to my Jags…Dawson Odem is facing the tough task of replacing the SWAC player of the year in Dre Joseph. There are two redshirt freshmen fighting for the right to take the reins, Deonte Shorts and Francis Kanneh. Both have shown early on that they are capable to lead a drive with Kanneh completing a nice percentage of his passes in the spring game, and shorts displayed elusiveness in the pocket, and some playmaking ability.
After a wonderful 2013-2014 season, Arthur Miley looks to build on an already stellar career. His 6 foot, 7 inch frame has caught the eye of scouts across the NFL. Miley’s pass rushing ability, and sheer athleticism allows him to create problems for offensive lines across the SWAC.
Willie Quinn provides stability in the receiving corps. With the departure of Lee Doss, Quinn will be the focus of most of the
passing game. Look for Brian McCain to provide not only veteran leadership for the Jags, but his presence in the backfield is sure to
clear out some big holes for the McKinley product, Lenard Tilley.
Although the expectations for both teams may be down this season due to the lack of experience on both rosters, the amount of talent in these programs has never been greater. I look forward to seeing these young players take on major roles this season and should make an exciting fall for all of us in Baton Rouge. Stay Classy BR! GH&F 44
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CSR Twilight Classic, 5K & 1 Mile
Baton Rouge
August 23
CSR Zoo Zoom Run
Baton Rouge
August 26
Gueydan Duck Dash 5K Run / Walk
August 27
NOTC Anniversary Race
August 30
Miles for MOPS 5K & 1 Mile Walk / Run
Gueydan New Orleans Dequincy
september September 1
Labor Day 2 Mile Fr/Walk
Baton Rouge
September 6
Levee Trot, 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fr
Plaquemine
6 September
Run To Remember 5K,1K Kids Run
West Monroe
September 12
Twilight Run, 5K Run 6:50Pm, 1 Mile Fr/Walk 6:30Pm
September 13
Super Hero Dash, 5K
September 13
The Color Vibe 5K
September 13
Run For Hope 5K& 1Mile Fr
Houma
September 13
Geaux Fit Color Foam 5K
Winnsboro
September 20
Barksdale Afb Half Marathon
Bossier City
September 20
Prostate Cancer Research Care. Cure. Conquer. 5K, Walk / Run
New Orleans
September 20
Nola Blue Doo Run 2 Mile
New Orleans
September 27
Light The Night Glow Run For Crime Stoppers Of Tangipahoa
Amite
September 27
Alligator Stomp 5K Race "
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Tippitan's Foundation Rhythm&Blues 5K
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Bark in the Park 5K&1K
Monroe
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Running Man Dash 5K w/obstacles
Pineville
October 4
Bayou Region Race for the Cure 5K run/walk
October 11
Race to the Lake 5K & 10K Road Race
Kenner
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