Birmingham, MI January 2023

PUBLISHER

Ali Kramer | ali.kramer@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR Lynne Konstantin | lynne.konstantin@citylifestyle.com

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Rayna Southart | rayna.southart@citylifestyle.com

STAFF

Happy new year!

The beginning of each year presents us with opportunities to reset and find new health and wellness goals to pursue.

We approached our health and wellness issue with a mindset of not supplying quick fixes, but instead, valuing what is sustainable over the long haul. We wanted to provide inspiration for making lasting and realistic long-term improvements to your physical, emotional and mental health.

When it comes to anything in life – business, finance, food, home and personal health – it’s not what you do some days that move the needle, it’s what you do MOST days.

So, work to establish more regular rest in your work week AND plan a vacation. Join a fitness community or gym AND enjoy that dessert you’ve been wanting to try. It’s not what you do some days, it’s what you do consistently that will lead to a more peaceful, fulfilling and fabulous 2023.

Here’s to 2023! We’re rooting for you.

KRAMER, PUBLISHER

ALI

city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: At Uncork for a Cure to fund breast cancer research Oct. 22, M1 Concourse. Cassandra Callaghan, Renee Janovsky, Vi Gowen. 2: Mike Ferrantino, Kellie Ferrantino, Flora Migyanka, John Migyanka. 3: Maddalena Pistillo, Jeff Cauley, Lauren Mendelson. 4: Mischawn Fosse, Julie Dee, Karen Odierna, Lauren Confoey, Mary Cogan. 5: At the grand opening of California Closets, Wixom, Oct. 15. - Lisa Frazer, Meagan Donovan, Amanda Purchiss, Kenny Berent, Veronica Perkins and Amy Vanlacken. 6: Colleen Seitz, Eric Seitz, Gail Yaris, Dave Yaris. 7: Allison Ray, Ray Markham, Sheilah Markham.

business monthly

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Serena & Lily Birmingham Design Shop Opening

The Serena & Lily Birmingham Design Shop is now open at 299 W Maple Rd! This shop features a robust and versatile assortment of indoor and outdoor furnishings with modern takes on classic influences. Serena & Lily’s team of passionate design advisors are available for in-person or virtual appointments to tackle projects large and small, providing inspiration, mood boards, room plans and swatches as part of their complimentary expert design advice offering.

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THE FUTURE OF ANTI-AGING

LOCAL EXPERTS

ARTICLE BY KAREN COUF COHEN

We work hard to stay healthy. We try to eat nutritiously (if not indulging occasionally). We exercise to keep our bodies and brains active. We scour boutiques and articles for the latest and greatest potions and lotions to keep our skin wrinkle-free and luminous and our hair bouncing and brilliant.

We want to look and feel good, both inside and out. And sometimes we like to step outside of the box to find the newest, most cutting-edge techniques and treatments to get there. We tapped five local experts to tell us how they stay ahead of the game — for their clients and for themselves. Here’s what they told us.

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TELL HOW TO KEEP OUR BODIES HEALTHY AND AGING AT BAY — INSIDE AND OUT.

FACE + BODY MED SPA

The Elizabeth Face and Body Med Spa is a physician-led practice that offers facial, skin and body rejuvenation treatments under the guidance of double board-certified vascular and general surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Pensler. Spa services run the gamut from Botox cosmetic treatments to laser therapy to massage and everything in between.

Morpheus 8 with Radio Frequency produces cell turnover and stimulates collagen production to assist in diminishing

fine lines and wrinkles and tighten skin. This treatment also can address textural concerns such as acne scarring, cellulite and stretch marks by creating a smoother skin appearance, and can be done every four to six weeks for optimal success.

Chemical peels can prevent and correct the skin’s appearance by shedding the top layer of the skin and promoting new skin cell turnover. This treatment can be repeated every two weeks, depending on skin type and desired results. Elizabethmedspa.com

Dr. Elizabeth Pensler

The Morpheus 8 at Elizabeth Face + Body Med Spa

ELIZABETH

Based in Birmingham, Restore Hyper Wellness, under the leadership of Scott Marcus, offers the latest in wellness treatments ranging from cryotherapy to infrared saunas, intramuscular shots and facials.

Whole Body Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to freeze and remove abnormal tissue like skin conditions (including warts and skin tags) and some cancers. There is some evidence it can help skin defy signs of aging: When blood vessels constrict, blood is redirected away from the extremities and toward the core to protect the organs. Cryotherapy can help reduce inflammation, boost the metabolic rate and decrease joint pain.

IV Drip Therapy Though a relatively new use for anti-aging purposes, intravenous therapy is an established medical procedure that delivers benefits via fluid injected into veins in the body through a syringe or infusion, also known as a drip. Restore’s medical team harnesses this modality with customized “drip cocktails” comprised of vitamin C, B-complex or Proline (an amino acid used to heal the skin). Proline supports collagen production, a skin-tightening and strengthening protein. Hydration, the key to the appearance of healthy skin, is a perfect drip to pair with a facial — boosting the facial results.  Restore.com

Cryotherapy at Restore

IV Drip Therapy at Restore

RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS

RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS’ MEDICAL TEAM HARNESSES

INTRAVENOUS THERAPY WITH CUSTOMIZED “DRIP COCKTAILS.”

Bloomfield Hills’ Skintervention Medical Spa offers skincare technology that “resurfaces and enhances” the face’s natural beauty, says medical director Dalia Gappy. Services include chemical peels, body sculpting, skin tightening and anti-aging treatments.

Micro-Needling Skintervention utilizes the leading micro-needling device, SkinPen Precision, for micro-needling procedures. It is an FDAapproved cosmetic procedure that activates the body’s skin-healing power to increase collagen and elastin, so your skin returns to a healthy and youthful appearance. The process can also help minimize acne scars, surgical scars and dark spots/pigmentation.

Halo (Sciton Laser) utilizes a hybrid fractional laser to deliver ablative and nonablative wavelengths simultaneously. Ablative lasers remove the top layer of skin, and nonablative lasers heat the deeper skin tissue (without harming the surface), so your body can produce new collagen. Skinterventionspa.com

A client treatment at Skintervention

Dalia Gappy

The American Acupuncture Center in Bloomfield Hills offers a full range of acupuncture services, including cupping therapy, Gua Sha and massage. Acupuncture, one of the most common traditional Chinese healing modalities, involves the insertion of thin, solid, sterile, stainless-steel needles at specific energy points (meridians) in the body to restore balance. Balance may mean body temperature, metabolism, the strength of bodily organs and other factors. When this energy is blocked, problems arise; the body functions correctly when in balance and flow.

Acupuncture “We regularly address individuals with shoulder and back pain by sending an electrical signal through acupuncture needles into a muscle with the most electrical conductivity,” says Dr. Serena LoDuca, owner of the American Acupuncture Center. This signal, she notes, disrupts the “pain” signal the muscle receives from the nervous system to tighten and protect, resulting in increased muscle relaxation.

Cosmetic acupuncture LoDuca also offers a treatment in which tiny acupuncture needles are inserted into wrinkles to stimulate collagen and plump the skin. Facial firming treatments can strengthen and firm up facial muscles by stimulating the jaw and cheek motor points to create more definition. Americanacupuncturecenter.com

Dr. Serena LoDuca treats a client

Cupping at American Acupuncture Center

CHIROPRACTIC LIFESTYLE STUDIO

This Royal Oak studio, led by Guy Riekeman, D.C. and Wes Paten, D.C., was founded on the principle that "the body is a beautiful self-developing, self-healing and self-maintaining wonder," says Riekeman. It offers chiropractic care, focusing on spinal malfunction resulting from neurological interference like physical trauma, environmental toxins and emotional stress. In addition to in-office care, CLS has developed an app for remote patient management to support patients in addressing a broad range of prevention and wellness issues like weight loss, sleep, long-Covid, gut health,

pre-diabetes control, healthy pregnancy, stress management, learning disorders and more.     Brain Therapy In addition to traditional chiropractic therapies, the studio offers cognitive brain therapy, which utilizes the best technology in functional neurology, a non-drug approach to integrating and balancing areas of the brain to restore lost/impaired function and optimize brain performance. Brain therapy, paired with chiropractic care, has been shown to offer considerable benefits to aging individuals with memory, balance and brain fog issues. Chiropracticlifestylestudios.com

Dr. Wes Paten treats a patient

Drs. Wes Paten and Guy Riekeman

Photos by Aly Darin

The Vegan Mary

Mary Bishop understands the hesitation surrounding the “V” word. But becoming vegan has been life-changing for her, and she wants to help others understand how to eat deliciously as a vegan. And no time like now — after all, January is Veganuary.

The married mom of one launched the Vegan Mary (theveganmary.co) out of her home in Bloomfield Hills. “At its core, the Vegan Mary is a fun, trusted resource for vegans and non-vegans alike,” Bishop says. “No judgments, no preaching. Just tasty ideas, nifty advice and good vibes.”

Vegetable Galette

INGREDIENTS

• 1 sheet puff pastry (we used Pepperidge Farm)

• 1 T breadcrumbs

• Apple cider grilling sauce (we used American Spoon)

• 6 asparagus spears

• 1 carrot, cut into thin spears

• ½ c. cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ c. zucchini, sliced into half moon shape

• 1 T olive oil for drizzle

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out pastry (not too thin) on parchment paper, then place on a sheet pan. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on pastry (this helps prevent sogginess).

Spoon sauce over center of pastry, leaving about 1 inch from each side. Place veggies over sauce. Drizzle veggies with olive oil.

Fold the edges of the pastry in and then brush edges with water. Bake for 20-25 minutes until pastry is golden brown.

MARY BISHOP, AKA THE VEGAN MARY, TALKS VEGANISM, HER BUSINESS — PLUS RECIPES!

VEGETABLE GALETTE

Pear Ricotta Crostini

INGREDIENTS

• 1 baguette

• Flaky salt

For spiced nuts:

• 1 c. raw walnuts, chopped

• ¼ c. water

• 1 t brown sugar

• ½ t cinnamon

• ½ t nutmeg

For ricotta:

• ½ c. raw cashews, soaked overnight (or for 1 hour in hot water)

• ½ block firm tofu, pressed

• 2 t nutritional yeast

• 2 t garlic, minced

• 2 T lemon juice

• 1 t white vinegar

• Zest of ½ lemon

For pears:

• 5 Bartlett pears, quartered and sliced into ¼-inch slices

• 3 T plus 2 T maple syrup, divided

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

DIRECTIONS

In small bowl, mix water and spices together. Pour mixture into skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a bubble. Add in nuts, stir to coat completely. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant. The water should be evaporated. Spread nuts in a single layer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.

Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut baguette into ¼-inch-thick slices. Brush one side with olive oil. Toast slices of baguette (oilside down) in oven for 10 mins or until the slices are golden brown. Remove bread from oven and let cool.

Turn oven up to 425°F. Place sliced pears on parchment paper-lined sheet. Drizzle with 3T maple syrup. Sprinkle on leaves from thyme sprigs. Bake for 15 minutes.

While the pears are baking, prepare the ricotta. Press tofu (to remove excess water) in a tofu press, or simply wrap tofu block in paper towels. Press on all sides of tofu, changing paper towels as needed until they are no longer leaching water

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Mary Bishop in her kitchen

Photo by Aly Darin

PEAR RICOTTA CROSTINI

from the tofu. Pulse cashews and pressed tofu in high-speed blender.  Add in vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice. Pulse again. Once mixture reaches desired consistency (thick and creamy), add in lemon zest. Pulse to mix. Set aside.

Place cooked nuts in a small bowl. Add 2 T maple syrup and give them a stir to coat nicely. For assembly, spoon about 1 T of ricotta onto each slice of bread. Top with pear slices. Finish off with about 1 t of your nut mixture. Sprinkle with flaky salt.

BCL What does being vegan mean?

MARY BISHOP There’s a wide range of definitions for vegan. I follow a vegan diet: I don’t consume anything associated with an animal, be it flesh or byproducts, like dairy or eggs. I do eat veggies, fruits, legumes, grains, and also vegan cookies, chips, ice cream and candy. (A plant-based diet refers to consuming whole foods only.) I’ve never felt better or stronger. Health benefits range from a stronger immune system to natural disease prevention — helping reduce the risk of Type 2 Diabetes and certain cancers. There are also many benefits to the earth, our environment and animal-kind.

BCL What motivated you to become vegan?

MB I started eating vegan more than eight years ago. At the time, I didn’t even know another vegan! I had been suffering from lethargy and illness and decided to try something radical. I read the book Skinny Bitch and thought I would try vegan eating for 30 days. The 30 days came and went and I have never looked back.

It’s been great for me and my health, and I never miss anything or any food. I have actually become more of a foodie as a vegan. I really love food and exploring different food cultures.

Remarkably, I grew up on meat and

The Vegan Mary's Winter Slaw. Photo by Aly Darin

dairy, in a farm family. So I like to remind people that your roots shouldn’t stop you from progress and change. Plant-based is possible. One meal, one menu, at a time.

BCL What does the Vegan Mary offer?

MB I have a master’s degree in international business and spent two decades as a marketing executive before leaving it all to follow my passion — vegan food. I have a certificate in plant-based nutrition from Cornell University and have been cooking exclusively plant-based for more than eight years.

The Vegan Mary offers services ranging from corporate training to private dinners to professional recipe development. I love having my hands in different pots, pardon the pun. I work with restaurants and individuals to develop and integrate inspired plant-based dishes. Services also extend into corporate wellness training, vegan menu planning, private dinner parties, cooking demonstrations and culinary lessons.

What makes the Vegan Mary different? We welcome all kinds! All of our consulting offerings can be customized, intended to support your personal (or business) goals. Whether you are a self-proclaimed omnivore-for-life looking for more sustainable fare or a veteran vegan seeking fresh ideas (or anyone in between), we can curate an experience for you.

The simple goal of the Vegan Mary is to advocate and educate on all things vegan. We help everyone from newbies to veterans, carnivores, learning the benefits and joy of plant-based eating. Our approach is one of non-shaming and acceptance.

The Vegan Mary's Compost Bar.

Photo by Aly Darin

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WELLNESS WONDERLAND

ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN

At the age of 40, Tucson, Ariz., builder and real-estate developer Mel Zuckerman was told that his health risks were equivalent to those of a 65-year-old man. He ate too much of all the wrong things, had asthma, didn’t exercise — and had no idea how to turn his life around.

This was 1978, long before “wellness” was a household word (and a multi-trillion dollar industry). But he made the pivotal decision to change his sedentary lifestyle — and the experience

Canyon Ranch guides you to your best life, throughout life.

was so transformative that he wanted to help other people do the same thing.

The following year, Zuckerman and his wife, Enid, founded Canyon Ranch in Tucson, a pioneer in integrative wellness: An all-inclusive resort that inspires a well way of life through physical, mental and spiritual experiences.

Today,CanyonRanch—nowhelmedbyCEOJeff Kuster —is considered the Mothership of Wellness. Nestled on 150 lush desert acres in the Santa Catalina foothills, Canyon Ranch is a destination for wellness-seekers all over the world, who arrive to year-round sunshine, desert canyons, and hiking, biking, rock climbing and archaeological adventures in the nearby Santa Catalina Mountains. But the resort is so much more than its exquisite natural beauty. Accommodating up to 240 guests in modern, airy luxury, Canyon Ranch offers an 80,000-square-foot spa and fitness center with 28 spa treatment rooms, three outdoor pools and an indoor aquatic center for laps, Watsu and water therapy.

These top-notch facilities combine with best-in-class medical, exercise, nutrition and life management practitioners to provide each guest with personalized services. Which basically means: heaven.

It’s true that so many choices — from yoga to wellness talks to meetings with diet and nutrition experts to Juvederm to birdwatching — can be overwhelming. This is why they created Pathways, a program designed to help you get the most out of your stay, curated for each guest. CheckoutBreakthroughPerformanceifyourregularfitness routine has you plateauing, to help redefine your limits; try Outdoor Escape to explore new outdoor activities and experience a renewed connection with nature.

After a day, or week, of swinging from the high-ropes course, sharpening your pickleball skills, testing your body composition in the Bod Pod, and working with a Movement Therapist, step it down in the meditation garden, enjoy a photography hike, schedule an ayurvedic treatment (or just a traditional massage) and tucking into a seasonal locally sourced meal prepared by Canyon Ranch’s world-famous chefs (or taking a cooking class with them to learn how to bring Canyon Ranch’s Pretzel-Crusted Chicken with Guinness Vinaigrette home). Unleash your inner Bollywood (or ballet, hip-hop or jazz) dancer with Gotta Dance at the Ranch, led by visiting Broadway veterans and choreographers. Sign up for a class in Intuitive Archery, learn How Uncertainty Helps Us Grow, or release stress with Desert Drumming on a physioball before learning quick beauty fixes for your skin with a resident aesthetician.

Before retiring in 2017, Mel Zuckerman said this about becoming a trailblazer in integrative well-ness: “I don’t consider myself a visionary. I consider myself a person who was fortunate enough to have a certain expe-rience that transformed everything about my life,” he says. “Because it happened to me, it dawned on me that if I can have it happen to me, I could make it happen for others, to help people live healthier, happier, longer lives.

“I wasn’t thinking about changing the world,” Zuckerman says. “As a matter of fact, I do believe that Canyon Ranch has changed the world. It is such a gift to so many people and can be a continuing gift to so many people who can not get the same thing elsewhere. It’s what makes life worth living.” CONTINUED >

“It is such a gift to so many people and can be a continuing gift to so many people who can not get the same thing elsewhere. It’s what makes life worth living.”

— Mel Zuckerman

Mood Boosters

Does being cooped up through the long winter months have you feeling down and lethargic? Staying physically and mentally active is essential to maintaining your energy and keeping your spirits high. Here, we’ve rounded up a few boredom busters to try.

Go skating. Ice, inline or roller skating is excellent cardiovascular exercise and an effective energy and mood booster. It also improves balance and coordination. Not to mention, it's just plain fun. So find a rink to get your blood pumping.

Film festival. These are often held during the winter months at independent theaters, museums, and on college campuses. If the festival has multiple films you'd like to check out, it likely offers discounted passes to see multiple or unlimited movies during the event.

Join a gym. Get your cardio workout on treadmills, stationary bicycles, stair climbers, arc trainers, indoor rowers and elliptical trainers. Then hit the weight machines every other day to

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tone and strengthen your muscles. Just think how great you'll look come summer!

Aerobics or dance class.

Aerobics is an excellent workout that also enhances energy. But if the 'E' word scares you, opt for a dance class instead. There are lots of styles to choose from: jazz, modern, hip-hop, ballet, clogging, ballroom, salsa, contra, square dancing and more.

Attend a sporting event. Get tickets to a football, hockey or basketball game. If watching team sports isn't your thing, you might enjoy a boxing or martial arts match or ice skating competition.

Try a new sport.

Get your game on with a variety of indoor sports -racquetball, martial arts, tennis, rock climbing, swimming, volleyball, ice hockey, boxing, bowling and basketball among them. Check with your local YMCA, recreation centers, or community parks and recreation offerings.

Spa treatment. Revitalize by scheduling a day at the spa, or give yourself a home spa treatment.

Bask in luxury with a facial, manicure, pedicure and hair treatment. A new hairstyle or highlights are also great ways to lift your spirits.

Form a weekly or monthly card-playing group. Ask friends, neighbors, coworkers and family to join you in a regular evening of bridge, euchre, poker or rummy. Ask everyone to bring a snack to share, and take turns with other players hosting the event.

Go to the theater or a dance performance.

Look for performances at performing arts theaters as well as local community venues. Community colleges and universities also often have performances open to the public.

A weekend away. Feeling cooped up? Take a long weekend somewhere warm, or even just a lively city nearby. Look up attractions and entertainment before you go to make the most of your weekend stint.

Go to a concert.

Check out large venues near you. But don't forget about smaller community venues that often bring in national and international independent artists of a wide variety of genres such as bluegrass, folk, jazz, Celtic, rock, R&B, blues, Latin and much more. Smaller venues are great because they provide a more intimate experience.

Check out a museum.

Metro Detroit has no shortage of museums and art galleries in the suburbs, in Downtown Detroit and on college campuses. Art, history, and science museums are a fun, fascinating way to spend a day.

Visit the library.

If you like to read, many libraries offer cozy reading nooks. So it's an excellent way to get out of the house for a while and still relax. Plus, libraries offer so much more than books -- they house extensive collections of magazines, DVDs, video games and music, too.

Do a jigsaw puzzle. Perfect for relaxing while exercising your brain. Before you begin, cut a piece of wood or cardboard a little larger than the dimensions of the puzzle. That way, if it takes a while to complete, you can store it out of your way.

Volunteer for a local charity. Choose your favorite charity and volunteer your time and service. Whether you want to help the elderly, poor, sick, homeless, kids, pets or the environment, there's something meaningful out there for everyone.

Rearrange your furniture. Give your living room, bedroom or office a fresh look by rearranging for a cozier feel or for a better view of daylight to help brighten your environment.

Paint a wall.

Choose a bright, cheery paint color to brighten a room. Do you need more energy? Try a jolt of color on a single wall (so as not to overwhelm a room). Orange increases happiness and social behavior. Yellow helps you think better while reducing depression.

Smaller venues are great because they provide a more intimate experience.

My Favorite Things

Born Yoga’s Ashley Goldberg tells us what’s on her must-have gear list.

ARTICLE BY LYNNE KONSTANTIN

For Kids

1 YOGi FUN games “This young brand is making waves in the kids’ yoga space,” Goldberg says. “I am a huge supporter of any game or toy that allows you and your family to turn ‘Game Night’ into ‘Yoga Game Night!’ From puzzles, to memory, to pose cards, this unique brand incorporates yoga, mindfulness and breathing techniques into all of its products.”

Peptides because 1 serving provides 20g of collagen, 18g of protein and 100-percent daily value of vitamin C and hyaluronic acid,” Goldberg says. “All of these aid in healthy hair, skin, nails, bones and joints. I use the unflavored kind which I mix into my morning coffee or smoothie daily. They also offer pescetarian and vegan varieties.”

WHO: ASHLEY GOLDBERG

WHAT: OWNER, BORN YOGA

WHERE: BIRMINGHAM, MICH.

At the age of 7, Ashley Goldberg was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer, often confining her to a full leg brace, crutches and a wheelchair. Her determination and natural enthusiasm helped her learn the importance of living a more mindful, peaceful and meaningful life — including a passion for practicing and teaching yoga.

In addition to being a certified yoga instructor for adults and for children, Goldberg has certifications in prenatal, natal and baby yoga, aerial yoga, and a master’s in clinical and humanistic psychology with a focus on child development. So when she launched Born Yoga (bornyogastudio.com) in 2015, Goldberg naturally focused her dedication on teaching and engaging children and families, centered around promoting an overall sense of strength and beauty — inside and out. And, of course, having fun.

In the spirit of learning health and wellness from a young age, we asked Goldberg to tell us her top eight favorite things for children and adults — many of which can be found in the Born Yoga Boutique.

2 Gaiam Kids Yoga Mats Goldberg loves these mats “because they come in a variety of adorable designs, from meditating bunnies to dinosaurs!” she says. They are the perfect size for kids up to age 10. They are also non-toxic and reasonably priced.

3 I Am Book Series by Susan Verde “Susan is a friend and fellow kids’ yoga and mindfulness teacher. Her first book, I Am Yoga, is beautifully illustrated on each page with a yoga pose and a corresponding affirmation. The huge success of this book led Susan to create I Am Peace, I Am Human, I Am Love and more. These books represent every child’s unique and beautiful self while also providing tools for self-regulation and self-love.”

4. Hoberman Sphere “We use a Hoberman Sphere in almost all of our classes at Born Yoga, including the adult classes. When used for deep breathing, children and adults have a visual tool to help deepen their breath and calm their minds,” Goldberg says. “I explain to my students, as you open the sphere, breathe in slowly through the nose like you are smelling a flower and as you close the sphere, slowly breathe out of the mouth like you are blowing on a candle.”

For Adults

5. Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides “I am a huge fan of Vital Proteins Collagen

6. Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels “I like to use these in the morning, especially after a restless night. I like to keep them in the refrigerator because when I put them on they immediately cool and calm my skin. After 15-20 minutes of wearing them, my undereyes look brighter and smoother! After I remove them, I rub the excess gel all over my face to get the most out of them.”

7 Yogi Brand Tea “Whether I drink tea in the morning or night, I love the variety of flavors and benefits that Yogi Brand Tea provides. But in all honesty, I think what I love most about this tea are the positive statements in each tag. I am a firm believer in the impact that receiving positive statements has on a developing child’s sense of self or in improving an adult’s mental health, no matter who or where they come from,” Goldberg says. “Tonight, my tag stated, ‘Breathe in peace and breathe out blessings to all.’ We all need a little more of these reminders in our lives.”

For Adults & Kids

8. Bosu Ball “This is one of my favorite pieces of workout equipment because of its versatility,” Goldberg says. “Children and adults alike will benefit from this balancing tool that strengthens the core while providing increased body awareness. There are endless exercises that feel more like fun than work when using a Bosu Ball!”

LEGGINGS 3 WAYS

Our suggestions for styling faux leather leggings

As we move through the season of spandex when most of us feel we’d rather not leave our stretchy pants, we wanted to feature three distinct looks using the same pair of Foil Snake Print Faux Leather leggings from Spanx.

Whether you’re brunching with the babes or getting ready for date night, these versatile leggings can carry you through from casual to chic. While there are endless ways to wear them, we’re going to show you three ways to start styling them today.

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BRUNCH AFTER BARRE

Who doesn’t love a good brunch with the girls after your workout complete with mimosas to celebrate? Assuming you are sweaty from leg lifts and flutter kicks, our suggestion is to layer your sweaty tank with loose layers and a light jacket to swiftly transition you from the barre to breakfast.

A hat is always a good option to have on hand in case you worked too hard and that hair is showing it. We opted for easy-to-slip-on sockless sneakers that breathe. Since feet are one of the ways the body regulates temperature, you want to go airy with your footwear after a workout.

Lastly, don’t forget a cute tote or bag. Consider throwing in a clean tank and any makeup or face wipes you may need for freshening up on your way.

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What we love about Spanx is their inherent ability to elevate your look, regardless of the occasion. Stretchy pants in a faux leather snake design? Say no more. Pair them with edgy booties or colorful pumps for a more elegant aesthetic. Playing with different textures is a good way to add interest and intrigue. Consider a chunky sweater with some unexpected details like the bare shoulder shown here, a thick boucle or intricate detailing. We love a good leather jacket with hardware details draped over the shoulder(s) for chilly evenings as you traverse the town. Pair this look with a gorgeous sparkly clutch and chunky bracelet.

Whether you’re headed to a child’s sports game or a bar to watch the big game with your friends, leggings offer the structure and flexibility you’ll want as you find your spot among the fans in the bleachers or indulge in some lovely libations.

Layers are life for this look. We tied a button-down around the waist which is so nice through the colder winter months as both an outfit accessory and a layering piece. Fur-lined high tops provide practical footwear for this look — because who doesn’t love some killer sneaks? A shacket and crossover bag complete the look.

SATURDAY SPORTS CHIC

Whether you want a bit of a boost, a hint of a lift, or just a little tuck, you won’t go wrong with this versatile shapewear. And with these styling tips, you’re ready to throw them on for any occasion!

Snag some of the key details of the outfits here!

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

JANUARY 1ST - 30TH 1001 Winter Wonders 1001 WOODWARD BUILDING Family adventures await at 1001 Winter Wonders! This new and interactive exhibit features a free indoor, winterized pathway that takes you from icy paths to stunning igloos and even a life-sized gingerbread house. It's open from 4-8 pm on Fridays and noon-4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, visit: deckedoutdetroit.com

JANUARY 1ST - 30TH The Rink: Detroit

CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK

The Rink at Campus Martius is open seven days a week all winter long! For more information, visit:  downtowndetroit.org/experiencedowntown/things-to-do/the-rink/

JANUARY 28TH

Paddington Gets in a Jam

DETROIT'S MUSIC HALL Grab your family and watch Paddington, the famous, accidentprone bear, as he takes to the stage in this fun-filled comedy. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit:  broadwayindetroit.com/shows/ paddington-gets-in-a-jam

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LISTING CONCIERGE

Enjoy our worry-free experience with our concierge team that focuses on making the sale of your home a seamless experience SSRG offers access to multiple outlets, including home staging, contractor trades, and 24-hour support.

EXPERT SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

Utilize our Genius Marketing that reaches the right homebuyer through our social media outlets that feature over 30,000+ followers.

BEST AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY

Nothing is more important than showcasing your home as virtually perfect as possible SSRG offers the best drone photography and video services that allow us to present your home with our finest in-house media team