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The Doctor is In: What you need to know about Mammograms, Menopause, Allergies & Colds and Restless Legs
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When not beating the streets to promote health and fitness, Amy enjoys walking Midtown’s Green Line with her 8-year-old daughter Emma. Her favorite part of magazine publishing is sharing success stories with readers.
Lisa Abbay, R.D., LDN, is the Director of Food & Nutrition at Baptist Memphis Hospital. She was recently awarded the Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year for Tennessee for 2010.
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Hailey has been on the run over half her life – fortunately not from the law. She has placed nationally in the Shelby Farms 50/50 ultramarathon, and has run marathons in Dublin, New York, LA, Seattle, Big Sur, Redwoods, Anchorage and Memphis (four times). When she slows down long enough, Hailey loves interviewing Weekend Warriors with the same passion for health and fitness.
Breast cancer really hits home. Thankfully there is world-class treatment near yours.
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Macrae is a cooking instructor at Viking Cooking School as well as mom to fifteenmonth-old Baylus and newborn Charlie. In her free time, she chases after two dogs, a cat and her husband.
Lori Davis Breast Cancer Survivor
The West Clinic A National Leader In Breast Cancer Research Proudly Supports Race For The Cure
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Midtown makes the perfect place for Lori to raise her two girls and care for her over-needy husband. When not performing duties of housekeeper, homework police, household super mom and chief object of desire for super dad, Lori’s professional talent is that of freelance graphic arts specialist. While she’s worked graphic magic on coupon books, direct mail – and of course, magazine layout – her true artist comes out in painting, BBQ Fest prop design and science fair projects.
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Angela Moon has been in the business of wine for almost 20 years. As an expatriate living in Germany, she traveled throughout Europe, eating and drinking her way to the realization that her vice was slowly morphing into her vocation. She can be found dusting bottles and extolling the virtue of vino at Kirby Wines and Liquors.
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Jenifer is a part-time writer and full-time mom to 3-year-old Madelyn. She enjoys yoga, mountain biking and swimming, and received her MA in Medical Anthropology from the University of Memphis in 2008. She enjoys living in Midtown and finds inspiration from the awesome people she meets through Memphis Health & Fitness.
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Michelle Anderson is a freelance writer, designer, actress and model. She also writes the lifestyle blog, Elle Beautiful (www.ellebeautiful.wordpress.com) and is a former NCAA athlete.
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Wh a t o ur . fa ns a r e s a ying... What is your fitness mantra? Elizabeth Drummond Kulesa It’s silly, but when I snow ski I repeat this mantra, “breathe, don’t fall, breathe, don’t fall,” and most of the time it works. Christina Morgan Repeat “Don’t stop, keep going,” even when it feels like my legs might fall off.
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On August 27th, Dr. Brian Kiel overcame his fear of heights to raise money and awareness for the Special Olympics which provides year-round training in a variety of Olympic type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Participants were granted access to rappel over the i-Bank Tower. Kiel raised over $3,000 towards the cause. Way to go!
Cindy Inman Vinsonhaler “Left foot, right foot, keep moving!” A body in motion stays in motion! Write a comment...you might see it in the next issue!
YMCA held it’s annual Corporate Games September 19-25 to mix living a healthy lifestyle with a little healthy competition. This year’s dodgeball champions were the FedEx Purple Players (left photo) and the champions in volleyball went to St. Jude’s Cure Finders (right photo). Congratulations!
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Feed the Soul Returns to Nourish Memphis Back by popular demand, MIFA’s Feed the Soul is slated for October 6th, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. It will be held again at The Warehouse at 36 East G.E. Patterson. The celebration will take place both inside the eclectic South Main district venue and on its surrounding exterior patio and grounds. Presented by SunTrust, Feed the Soul is expected to draw a sell-out crowd of 1,000 for a casual evening of food, friends and live music—including the Memphis-based band WALRUS; music by “The Bellringer,” Stan Bell of radio station V101; Michael Jackson tribute artist Pam Caudle and “Elvis: Pieces of My Life” performed by Brian Lee Howell. MIFA was founded in 1968 following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The organization continues to bring people of all faiths and races together to overcome social issues such as poverty. MIFA serves 55,000 people annually through programs which sustain the independence of seniors, transform families in crisis and equip teens for success. General admission is $40. Tickets may be purchased online at www.mifa.org or by calling 901-529-4525.
New Herb Garden at Memphis Botanic Garden The new Herb Garden at Memphis Botanic Garden will be a true global garden representing different herbal traditions of the world. Tom Pellett created the original design, with support from the Memphis Herb Society and input from Memphis Botanic Garden Horticulture staff Rick Pudwell, Chris Cosby, Kyle McLane and landscape specialist Larry Griffin.
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With 750 species of plants, the Herb Garden will encompass nearly one acre and feature herbs from around the world. It will not only serve as a giant testing ground to determine what herbs can survive in the Mid-South, but will also be an educational tool to demonstrate the relationship between people and plants. The Herb Garden will include the traditional formal area where the center will focus on a knot garden, complimented by a woodland section and meadow area.
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While some climate limitations exist, plants the world over will be used, and “beds will be separated by concrete, with different soils used in each bed,” explains Director of Horticulture Rick Pudwell. The meadow area will feature large, robust plants such as herbs of the field that are too large for the formal section. The woodland area will take on an international look and be divided by sections representing North and South America, Asia and Europe. Not only is plant diversity a unique aspect of the Herb Garden, but the new pervious concrete—installed by Memphian Kevin Baltz—will be a fascinating interest to visitors. Also known as “green concrete,” it allows storm water to seep into the ground. This method addresses environmental
concerns and will be instrumental in maintaining plant growth.
such as cooking clinics where the herbs are picked straight from the Garden.
Representative of global herbal traditions, this comprehensive Garden will be an attraction for all communities in the United States. Visitors will be able to enjoy its beauty while also learning about the history of plants and early medicinal uses of herbs. Additionally, Memphis Botanic Garden hopes to educate the public about the connection between plants and people through various programs
The grand opening of the Herb Garden will be held October 27th and feature a Memphis Herb Society Market with an array of herbal foods, cosmetics and more for sale. There will be a celebratory ribbon cutting at 6:15 p.m. followed by the lecture “Hurray for Horseradish: 2011 Herb of the Year” by Herb Society members Gail Banks and Evelyn Mosley.
Victory Bicycle Studio Moves To New Location on Broad Avenue Victory Bicycle Studio will celebrate its third grand opening in mid-October with a move from the Cooper Young area to Broad Avenue. The Broad Avenue location, directly on the Shelby Farms Greenline, is five times larger than the old location and will hold more bikes and offer more activities. The larger space will allow the store to hold on-site fitness classes to help riders reach and maintain performance fitness levels. “Our primary focus is still fitting the customer to the correct bike,” says co-owner Clark Butcher. “Victory Bicycle Studio offers specialized fitting, so our customers leave the shop knowing their bike is perfectly matched to them, to provide the most comfortable and efficient rides.” Victory Bicycle Studio carries Orbea, Eddy Merckx, Kona Bicycles and other boutique items not found in typical bike stores. The Victory Bicycle Studio staff can be contacted at 901.746.8466 or at their new location, 2549 Broad Avenue. Or drop by www.victorybicyclestudio.com and visit them online.
“Victory is a full-service bicycle studio that aims to help local riders meet and surpass their fitness goal,” says owners Clark Butcher and Robert Taylor.
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Emotion Processing: Techniques for Healing Emotion Processing is a revolutionary method of healing emotional imbalances that lead to mental and physical illness. Ten or twenty years ago it was not easy to imagine that chronic emotional, mental and psychological problems could be healed through methods of emotion processing. Now it’s becoming a reality and used to address specific issues such as anxiety disorders, phobias, chronic pain, fatigue, eating disorders, addictions, fibromyalgia, allergies, grief/loss, trauma/PTSD and more.
Healing through Emotion Processing
There are several popular methods of Emotion Processing developed by various physicians, psychologists and individuals over the last 10 to 15 years. Some of the better-known techniques are EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), PEAT (Prime Energy Activation and Transcendence) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Stress and Anxiety:
These techniques focus on recalling traumatic and emotionally charged events while releasing the emotions attached to the memories. Several of the methods utilize tapping or holding points along major energy meridians to move blocked energy and/or release negative energy patterns. The processor serves as a guide into the memories or area of pain and helps release negative emotions and reach a state of peacefulness.
October 18; 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Many of us hold grief, loss and negative emotions without realizing these repressed emotions are what’s causing illness, pain and generalized anxiety. Once these emotions are released, there is almost always an “a-ha!” moment when someone discovers why they’ve been ill or react the way they do in daily situations. A higher level of consciousness is actually attained through the healing of our lives through Emotion Processing. Carol Crane & Dean Graves, co-founders of Prema Healing, are trained in several methods and techniques of emotion processing. “Research shows we store memories in the cells of our bodies, also known as cellular memory,” says Crane. When the memories that we store have negative emotions attached to them, the cells take on a negative charge. Many professionals now believe this is the root cause of illness.”
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Graves adds, “Each individual has specific needs unique to their situation. Instruction is offered on the lighter techniques that empower individuals with tools to heal past traumas and effectively process emotions that come up with varying situations.”
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“Most people are never really taught how to process their emotions. We learn it’s inappropriate to feel anger, fear and resentment. Therefore, we tend to repress these emotions,” says Crane. “Traditional therapy teaches us how to analyze emotional events in our lives, but many continue to retain the actual energy of the event. The way these emotions manifest into physical or mental illness depends on the individual and their patterns of thought and behavior.” Prema Healing now offers workshops and one-on-one sessions for Emotion Processing, utilizing several methods to achieve optimum results. Carol Crane and Dean Graves are co-founders of Prema Healing and trained providers of Emotion Processing in Memphis, TN. Visit premameditation.com for more information.
Autumn Seminars:
Prema Healing’s Fall Healing Seminar and Workshop Series focuses on empowering the individual to heal through proven effective holistic Emotion Processing and Energy Balancing methods. October 11; 7:00 to 8:00 PM
At times we all feel stress and anxiety, and while they’re never the root cause of the unwanted condition, they’re what we can most easily identify as physical manifestations of the underlying problem source. Stress, anxiety and the related physical problems associated with these emotions can be efficiently released through Emotion Processing.
Grief and/or Loss:
Grief and/or loss of loved ones, financial loss, loss of employment, or any significant feelings of grief can be debilitating. However, it’s not necessary to continue to strain under the burden of these emotions. Release of these limiting feelings can be reasonably quick and permanent, permitting the sufferer to remember the love, but not continue to feel the loss so intently. October 25; 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Chronic Pain/Chronic Fatigue:
The source of chronic pain can be elusive, and the potential related conditions such as chronic fatigue, addiction, or even depression, can be more limiting than the pain itself. We have significant experience and success working with chronic pain and have been successful in resolving, or at least significantly reducing chronic pain and its hindrance on one’s ability to function. November 1; 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Eating Disorders and/or Weight Loss:
People are not born with eating disorders. They appear sometime later and are almost always related to emotional attachments or reinforcements. Through Emotion Processing, we have had great success discovering and releasing these foundational conditions, therefore resolving the eating disorder and/or addiction and facilitating weight loss. No diet will work beyond the moment, as long as you retain the root cause of the condition. November 8; 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Phobias/Traumas/PTSD
When you are suffering from such a difficult unwanted condition such as a phobia, trauma or even PTSD, it’s difficult to see a way out. Regardless of the cause, emotions are the reason anyone suffers from one or more of these conditions. While release of other related emotions is almost always a part of the process, getting over them can be quick and painless by relieving the trauma directly.
Events are open to the public and free. All sessions are held at Better Bodies Yoga, 692 W. Brookhaven Circle, Memphis. Call 901.308.4599, email info@premameditation.com or visit premameditation.com to learn more.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Memphis Saturday, October 15, 2011 Registration begins at 7 a.m. | Walk starts at 8 a.m. Laurelwood Shopping Center, Poplar at Perkins Extended Rd. For more information, call (901) 278-‐2091 or visit makingstridesmemphis.org.
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A world with less breast cancer is a world with more birthdays. Join us to make strides and create more birthdays. Together, we’ll stay well, get well, find cures, and fight back.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer This October, the world will be swimming in a sea of pink for National Breast Care Awareness Month. However, there’s another national breast cancer event you should also put on your calendar—the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” 5K, non-competitive walk—now in its 11th year in Memphis. Slated for Oct. 15th, the walk will be held at Laurelwood Shopping Center at Poplar and Perkins Ext. Registration begins at 6:45 a.m., and the walk begins at 8 a.m. Learn more at makingstridesmemphis.org.
American Cancer Society Helps those with Breast Cancer through Reach to Recovery
For more than 40 years, the American Cancer Society’s Reach to Recovery program has offered free information and help to eligible women (and men) affected by breast cancer. It has helped them cope with their breast cancer experience, which begins when they’re
faced with the possibility of a breast cancer diagnosis and continues throughout the entire period that breast cancer remains a personal concern. When people first find out they have breast cancer, they may feel overwhelmed, vulnerable and alone. While under this stress, many people must also research and understand complex medical treatments before choosing the right one. Talking with a specially-trained Reach to Recovery volunteer offers a measure of comfort, along with an opportunity for emotional grounding and informed decisionmaking. Volunteers are breast cancer survivors who give patients and family members an opportunity to express feelings, talk about fears and concerns, and ask questions of someone who is knowledgeable and level-headed. Most importantly, Reach to Recovery volunteers offer understanding, support and hope because they themselves
have survived breast cancer and gone on to live normal, productive lives. Thankfully, the American Cancer Society doesn’t disappear after October. Its information, programs and services about all cancers are available 24/7. Learn more at www.cancer.org or call 1.800.227.2345. The Mid-South affiliate is located at 1378 Union Avenue. Call 901.278.2000 for more information. Carol Rodman is a breast and ovarian cancer survivor and is a Reach to Recovery volunteer for the local chapter of the American Cancer Society.
Run, Walk and Roll Hannah Conley was almost two before she walked. After months of physical therapy and countless attempts, she took her first steps. Neurologists told her parents that her Rett Syndrome diagnosis might cause her to lose mobility and be in a wheelchair later in childhood.
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But with years of physical therapy and a relentless spirit, Hannah, now 10-years-old, continues to walk. It’s hard for most of us to imagine navigating this fast-moving world with disabilities, and yet for so many children, it’s a reality. For them, participating in group sports is rarely an option, even though research proves physical activities and social interaction have been linked to improvements in academics, behavior and self-concept.
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Amanda Bennett, an Ehow Contributor, notes that exercise “improves physical and mental health in everyone and is no different for autistic individuals.” Bennett adds, “Regular aerobic activity reduces a range of inappropriate behaviors such as hyperactivity, self-injury and aggression. It also increases positive behaviors by reducing the stress and anxiety related to social interaction and sensory difficulties.” The same is true for those children with physical limitations, including children with cerebral palsy, vision impairments and hearing impairments. The limitations can be very isolating. Hannah’s parents are fitness enthusiasts. Her mother, Emily, is an ultra marathoner and her father, Craig, a triathlete. Hoping to promote
an active lifestyle for Hannah and their other two children, Craig and Emily often take them to races, go on walks, and play at the park. “It’s difficult to find an activity we can all do together,” says Hannah’s mother. Seeing a need for inclusion of children with special needs into mainstream sports, they have turned to their love of running. “Participating in local races is something that is accessible to everyone. Whether you walk, run or participate in a wheelchair, it’s a great experience to cross the finish line and be a part of the excitement,” explains Craig. With a passion for running and a heart for children with disabilities, the Conley’s are starting the Run, Walk, and Roll program which gives children with Special Needs and their typical siblings the opportunity to participate in mainstream races, despite their ability level. “Our goal is teach special needs individuals the sport of running, walking or wheelchair racing in an inclusive setting, while helping each athlete build independence, confidence, and self-esteem. They will learn to make good decisions, set and achieve personal goals, practice good sportsmanship, and develop important life skills. Participating side-by-side with typical peers gives challenged individuals the opportunity to earn the respect they deserve,” Emily explains. Run, Walk, and Roll is a truly inclusive program that integrates special needs
individuals with their typical peers at all team practices, races and events. “There is, within each of us, an athlete. We plan to make crossing the finish line a reality for everyone,” says Emily, who with her friend Baca McGoff, a teacher with a passion for working with special needs children, will lead the program. If you are interested in coaching—or if you have a special needs child and would like more information about the Run, Walk and Roll program—contact Emily Conley at runwalkandroll.conley@gmail.com. Practices will begin mid-October.
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Lace Up and Join the Walk to End Heart Disease The American Heart Association is hosting its Mid-South Heart Walk on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Autozone Park, located at 200 Union Avenue in downtown Memphis. Activities begin at 8 a.m., and the walk begins at 9 a.m. Participants who raise $100 or more will receive an official event t-shirt. To register for the walk or create a team, visit midsouthheartwalk.kintera.org. The DeSoto Heart Walk has been scheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Snowden Grove Park, located at 3376 Nail Road in Southaven, MS. Activities begin at 8:30 a.m., and the walk begins at 9 a.m. To register for the walk or create a team, visit desotoheartwalk.kintera.org.
9th Annual India Fest The 9th Annual India Fest of Memphis will take place on Saturday, November 5th at the Memphis Agricenter. Hosted by the India Association of Memphis, it is open to the entire community. This year’s theme, “A Passage Through India,” explores of the many different geographies within India. The highlight of every India Fest is the food and arts bazaar. Food stalls representing cuisine from various regions of India are offered by local residents, as well as by restaurants from the greater Memphis area. In addition, many booths feature arts and retail goods from India, such as clothing, jewelry and home decor. Activities throughout the day will include cooking demonstrations, musical and dance performances, and cultural presentations. Familyfriendly events will include a Kid’s Corner with arts and crafts, face painting/henna, along with educational sessions and storytelling suitable for individuals and groups. Sponsorship for India Fest is provided by local firms. Our returning sponsors are FedEx, Methodist Healthcare, Baptist Rehabilitation, International Paper and St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Our new sponsors are SunTrust Bank, Prime Medical, Merrill Lynch and many more.
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Visit www.indiafestmemphis.org for more information on the event, activities and sponsorship. Or contact the India Fest Marketing CoDirector, Huzefa Mamoola, at 734-612-2260 or hmamoola@yahoo.com.
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The impact of American Heart Association is to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% while reducing deaths from cardiovascular disease and stroke by 20% in 2020. Get involved by registering for one of these events, starting a team or spreading the word. For more information, contact Maureen Lee at maureen.lee@heart.org or 901-383-5406.
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Physical therapists have extensive education and clinical expertise, and many hold a clinical doctorate degree. They evaluate and diagnose your condition. Then, they create a customized plan of care to either prevent it from occurring again, and get you back to doing the things you like to do. Physical therapy can help you: • Improve mobility and motion • Reduce pain without medication • Avoid surgery In Tennessee, you can make an appointment with a physical therapist directly. Most health insurance will cover part or all of your physical therapy expenses.
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Is back pain, headache or stiff joints slowing you down? Do you want to regain motion in your life? You may need the care of a physical therapist.
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How does Smartlipo LaserBodySculpting work?
This laser-assisted lipolysis procedure is performed using a one millimeter cannula (or tube) inserted into the skin. A laser fiber inside of the cannula delivers energy directly to fat cells, causing them to rupture and drain away as liquid. Simultaneously, tissue around the area coagulates, resulting in overall tighter skin tissue.
What areas of the body can be treated?
Smartlipo is ideal for the neck, jawline, arms, breasts, “bra fat,” abdomen, “love handles,” “saddle bags” and inner/outer thighs and knees.
Am I a candidate?
LaserBodySculpting is meant for areas that do not respond to diet or exercise. The perfect candidate is in good health and of normal body weight.
How does Smartlipo compare to conventional liposuction?
Conventional liposuction is meant to remove greater amounts of fat. However, since this can leave behind unsightly pockets of skin, laserassisted lipolysis is often a perfect complement.
Is there a recovery period?
LaserBodySculpting is a minimally invasive procedure which usually requires only local anesthesia. Patients are able to return to work in a couple of days and resume exercise after two weeks.
How many treatments are required?
Typically, only one treatment is required. Results can be seen within a week, with continued improvement over three to six months. A compression garment may be worn for a short period after treatment, depending on the body area treated. Laser Aesthetics Body and Wellness is the only clinic in the Midsouth to offer both Smartlipo and Tickle Lipo. Learn more at www.laserbodywellness.com or call 901.388.8887 for a complimentary consultation.
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Fencing Has a Point There are some questions Tom Knowles, the co-founder and Director of Martial Arts at the Collierville Arts Academy (which opened nearly two decades ago in 1992), really hates to hear. “They’re the bane of my existence,” Knowles says. These questions include, “How long have fencing classes been offered in Memphis? I didn’t even know we had that around here!” And, “Hey—what is fencing, anyway?” As a practitioner of fencing since his undergraduate days at (then) Memphis State University, it’s easy to see why questions like these bug Knowles. He loves the sport and wants to see it expand as an alternative physical and mental workout throughout the Mid-South. Modern fencing has its roots in the 18th Century French school of fencing as well as the Italian Renaissance, although the history of armed combat between two individuals dates back to prehistoric times, where the results of such a contest were almost invariably deadly. Knowles acknowledges much of fencing’s appeal lies in the fact that participants can experience the intensity of battle without the pain and bloodshed that regularly accompanies it. “It really narrows your focus. Here you’ve got somebody coming at you with a sword, and you have to think tactically, analytically. It gives you an appreciation of life-and-death encounters and an understanding of what historical battles must have entailed. You don’t get that with other sports.”
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Fencing is also an intense physical workout. Some studies have pointed out that it can burn between 400-600 calories per hour—all while improving cardiovascular health, increasing stamina and toning muscles. Tom Knowles is also a proponent of what fencing has to offer
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mentally. “It gives you multiple opportunities to demonstrate virtuous behavior and compassion towards your opponent,” he says. “You quickly forget you’re exercising. It develops character and integrity— nobility, in a way. This is something I especially like to focus on with kids: teaching them how to make the right decisions, and bring out their inner hero. It also teaches you how to lose, then take that loss and use it as an opportunity for growth.” These are all lessons that Knowles hopes his students—including young people and adults at the CAA, Christian Brothers High School (whose fencing team won the state championship in April of this year), St. George’s School, and the University of Memphis—will carry with them into their everyday lives. Knowles will soon open a new fencing studio in Midtown Memphis, both to offer a convenient location for current students of the CAA— many of whom make the trek from Harbor Town to Collierville on a weekly basis—and as a platform to reach children who can’t easily make it to that part of town. “Part of our outreach will be discounts to city and county school employees,” he says. Asked what motivates him, Knowles says, “My primary mission is to spread and promote fencing in the Mid-South. If you’re truly a teacher, you’re trying to grow your students and expand them from the insideout. It just comes natural to me.” Knowles’ new Midtown location, the Memphis Art Academy, is expected to open soon at 2183 Young Avenue. Classes are forming now. Call 901-515-8353 for more information, or visit www.memphisfencers.org.
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How Breakfast Can Improve Weight Loss Studies show breakfast as part of your daily routine can help you lose weight—and keep it off. Here are some ways a regularly healthy breakfast could help you lose excess pounds and maintain weight loss: Helps You Make Healthy choices —
Eating breakfast could possibly allow you to stay on track to make healthy choices all day long. When you eat breakfast, you tend to eat healthier throughout the day, and it leads to a more nutritious diet that’s higher in fiber and lower in fat. When you skip breakfast, you’re more likely to eat a diet higher in fat and skip fruits and vegetables all day, too.
Helps Reduce Hunger — Eating breakfast
may reduce hunger throughout the day, which may make it easier to avoid overeating or potential snacking. When you skip breakfast, you may feel tempted to reach for a quick fix—such as vending machine candy or doughnuts at the office—which add extra calories and fat. In addition, the prolonged fasting that occurs when you skip breakfast increases your body’s insulin response, which in turn increases fat storage and potentially causes weight gain. In fact, studies have shown that skipping breakfast actually increases your risk of obesity.
Helps Give You More Energy Throughout the Day — Eating breakfast
could potentially give you more energy, increasing physical activity during the day at home or the office. A healthy breakfast refuels your body and replenishes the glycogen stores that supply muscles with immediate energy. Skipping breakfast is associated with decreased physical activity, which then leads to obesity.
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Eating breakfast is a daily habit for the “successful losers” who belong to The National Weight Control Registry. These people have maintained a 30-pound (or more) weight loss for at least a year, and some as long as six years. The big takeaway? If you skip breakfast—whether you’re trying to save time or cut calories—you may want to reconsider, especially if you’re trying to control your weight. Breakfast is an essential part of the day, so make it part of your day. By Lisa Abbay
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More and more, breast cancer has become a part of everyday life. Men and women, husbands and wives, sons and daughters—we’re all affected by it. But look past the disease and you’ll find something even more powerful: amazing stories of hope, encouragement and miraculous treatments. Breast Cancer: A Blessing in Disguise These days, it seems everybody knows a woman who has had breast cancer. One in eight women will have invasive breast cancer during their life, and one in 35 will die from it. It’s the most common non-skin cancer for women in the United States, with over 2.5 million breast cancer survivors today. Those are pretty staggering numbers. But all those large numbers don’t seem to matter when you yourself are diagnosed. Suddenly, you’re alone, and nobody seems to understand. You feel helpless and overwhelmed. You aren’t yourself. That’s where Angela Pegues was a year ago. But surprisingly, she found it to be a blessing. Angela is a wife and mother of three, and for the past four years, pastor at True Worship Empowerment Church (which she also founded). “I’d never been sick in my life. I’d never been in the hospital other than having my kids. I’ve never smoked. I work out every day and eat healthy, so how do I get cancer?” Angela asked.
“It was the weirdest miracle in my life,” Angela said. “I give God the credit. I had God’s chemo.” When Angela was first diagnosed with cancer, she started writing about her feelings and what she was going through. She has finished a collection of writings, which she plans to submit to a publisher as a book called, I Was Designed For This. She hopes it will inspire other woman in their struggle to cope. “I’ve been through a lot in my life—financial problems, marital problems, losing people—but cancer was by far the greatest event. It taught me how to live and appreciate life,” she said. “I thank God for it. It might sound crazy, but cancer taught me what’s important in life. Nothing, not even a breast, is going to stop me from living.” By Michelle Anderson
Now 42, it had been recommended to Angela that she start getting mammograms at age 35 since her mother had breast cancer. But she never did. “They would call and make appointments, but I would cancel them,” Angela said. “It was fear of the unknown.” After her doctor finally persuaded her to go, she learned she had a 12-centimeter mass with two swollen lymph nodes. The cancer was at Stage 2 or 3, and it was also Grade 3, which is the most aggressive cancer. “I couldn’t hear anything they were saying,” Angela said. “All I could think was, you just gave me a death sentence. You’re telling me I’m dying.” Dealing with the physical stress of breast cancer is a grueling responsibility. Chemotherapy, surgery and the many medications can make a person feel weak and lifeless. But dealing with the emotional side can even be worse.
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Despite being terrified, she was unable to cry, which scared her even more. She knew she was in denial. She felt like she had lost her mind. “Then it hit me. I realized I was trying to be weak. I said, ‘Lord be my strength,’ then told myself, ok, I’m going to live. I’m ready to fight.” Her doctor pressed her to deal with her cancer right away with a full mastectomy. But that didn’t slow her down. The week after her surgery, her son had a football game in Daytona Beach, Florida. She drove 12 hours by herself to see it. “I was determined to live. I didn’t know how much time I had, but I was going to live each day to the fullest,” she said. “My son’s life gave me motivation to keep going. I fed off of him. I just kept going.” At her six-week checkup, she learned the cancer mass had decreased from 12 to only one centimeter when they removed it. Her cancer had moved from Stage 2 or 3 to Stage 1, and her lymph nodes were no longer infected. The nurse assumed Angela had chemotherapy before the surgery, which she had not.
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“You can’t walk away from it when you’re tired or need a mental break. Everywhere you go, it goes with you,” Angela said. “Everybody was expecting me to be strong —the woman full of faith, the strong warrior. And yet, here’s Angie, this little scared girl.”
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prof i l e Keeping In Shape—and In Control— with Breast Cancer Jessica Hambrick wants to be the face of breast cancer in the Mid-South. “It can happen to anybody,” she says. Unfortunately, she’s right. According to the CDC breast, cancer is— aside from non-melanoma skin cancer—the most common cancer found among women in the United States. The American Cancer Society projects that 230,480 cases of invasive breast cancer and 57,650 cases of non-invasive breast cancer (also known as carcinoma in situ) will be diagnosed in women in the year 2011 alone. About 39,520 will die from the disease, making it the second leading cause of cancerrelated deaths in women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Although these are grim statistics, there is good news: due to increased awareness, the use of routine screenings such as mammograms, and improved treatments, there are over 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. Jessica Hambrick, age 32, is one. After discovering a lump in her left breast in 2006, Hambrick was reassured by her doctor it was only a fibrocystic knot which occurs in at least 60% of all women of child-bearing age. The condition is associated with normal hormonal shifts, and was therefore of no concern. Jessica was young and fit, regularly competing in 5Ks and triathlons while becoming an ACE-certified personal trainer at WellWorX Sporting Clubs in 2006. Prior to the shocking diagnosis she received three years later, Hambrick describes herself as being in the best shape of her life. And while advanced age, lack of exercise, and poor diet are regularly cited as risk factors in the development of many cancers, her diet was organic and largely vegetarian.
“You need a wingman,” he says modestly. As Jessica was confronted with a cancer diagnosis, and barraged with information and choices that had to be made within a matter of days, James was there as her advocate and second set of ears, ready to seek out a second opinion or go to bat for her with their insurance company. Jessica acknowledges, “Fighting the insurance company has been as big a battle as fighting the disease. Every treatment the doctors recommended was initially denied by insurance as a matter of course. I’ve had two doctors admit to me that the insurance company actually dictates how they practice medicine, and it’s the worst part of their job.” In order to reach out and give back to the community, Jessica and James have started the Facebook group G.I. Jess’s Warriors for a Cause, a charity and multi-sport racing team focusing on fundraising, early cancer detection, education and empowerment for young adults fighting cancer. Team members compete in local racing events while providing “Wellness Baskets” to those undergoing cancer treatments. Eventually, they hope to raise enough funds to provide more substantial monetary support to patients, such as paying for travel or housing expenses for those seeking therapy at cancer clinics outside the Mid-South. “Having cancer is like running a marathon,” Jessica says, then she points out the quote printed on the back of every G.I. Jess’s racing jersey: “Let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us (Hebrews 11 and 12:1, 2).” By Jenifer Meeks
In 2009, the lump which Hambrick had been assured was normal became clearly visible as she lost weight in order to compete in a bikini contest. Another visit to the doctor confirmed her worst fear: Jessica Hambrick had Stage II breast cancer. “I had just run the St. Jude Half-Marathon and won a bench-press competition at our gym. It literally took me a week or two before the reality set in. I thought, ‘Is this really happening?’” By that time, doctors had begun her treatment regimen: one-time Gamma Knife radiosurgery, which uses high doses of radiation, precisely delivered, to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors without damaging the surrounding tissue. She also underwent eight rounds of chemotherapy.
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Almost a year later, in the fall of 2010, a routine CT scan found a recurrence of the cancer in Jessica’s left breast. By now it had progressed to Stage IV, metastasizing into her chest wall, sternum and lungs. This time she was treated more aggressively with both intravenous and oral chemotherapy. This caused the skin to slough off the palms of her hands and her fingernails to fall out, along with an agonizing burning sensation. Nevertheless, after eight rounds of chemotherapy, it was determined that there was no evidence of disease in Hambrick’s body. One week later, Jessica had a seizure. An MRI (a procedure which had originally been denied by her insurance company) showed a lesion on the right side of her brain, in a section typically associated with motor function. Four days later she underwent surgery, with doctors predicting that she would experience temporary paralysis on the left side of her body. But that couldn’t stop Jessica. Less than a month later, she’s smiling, showing off her muscles and freshly-shaven head, which is very becoming. Her husband James has been at her side throughout the whole ordeal.
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I had just run the St. Jude HalfMarathon and won a bench-press competition at our gym. It literally took me a week or two before the reality set in. I thought, ‘Is this really happening?
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“Once you start the treatment,” Hambrick says, “you feel more in control.” And because of her physical fitness, the side effects she experienced were milder, allowing her to continue exercising throughout the therapy. Between August and December of 2009, she underwent a mastectomy and breast reconstruction. Then she began her life again, cancer-free.
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There’s no shortage of questions about our health, our bodies and our wellness. And with the help of experts, Health + Fitness always seeks to provide answers, advice and guidance. Ask Dr. Maria Denbo “Hi, I’m 42-years-old and just heard I don’t need a mammogram until I’m 50. Is that true?” Truthfully, it depends who you ask! Recently, in 2009, the US Preventive Services Task Force issued new recommendations for screening mammograms. They state that screening mammograms prior to the age of 50 should be individualized based on patient risk versus benefits. However, several medical societies still recommend routine screening beginning at age 40—including The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, The American Medical Association, The American Cancer Society, The American College of Radiology, and The National Comprehensive Cancer Network. One reason for the change in the USPSTF’s recommendations is that 40-49 age group’s death rate was found to be no different than the 50-59 age group’s after screening. The incidence of creating unnecessary “harms,” however, was greater—meaning more mammograms in the 40-49 year old group caused pain, anxiety, biopsies or surgery in women who did not have cancer. On the other hand,
cancers detected in younger age groups are frequently more aggressive and grow more quickly, which is why most organizations still have recommendations for starting screening at age 40. At this time, most gynecologists continue to recommend screening mammograms every 1 to 2 years beginning at age 40, and yearly after age 50. Yearly clinical breast exams are also very important, because some cancers are not detected well on mammography. In addition, some women have more dense breast tissue that mammograms do not penetrate well. A small number of women do find cancer by self-breast exams as well, so it’s important to become familiar with your body and perform regular exams on your own. Miria Denbo, M.D., is a board certified OB/GYN with Adams Patterson Gynecology & Obstetrics. For more information call 901.767.3810 or visit adamspatterson.com.
Ask Dr. Monica Warhaftig
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My legs ache and keep me awake all night. What is the cause and what can I do to get relief?
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Restless Legs Syndrome is a sensory motor disease that occurs in 7-15% of the population. It is the constant sensation of restlessness in the legs that is only relieved by getting up and walking around. Mainly occurring at rest and especially at night, it can be very debilitating since it results in severe sleeplessness and tiredness throughout the day. Affecting women twice as much as men, the disease has a strong genetic component and runs in families, but also occurs more often in people with iron deficiency anemia. During and after pregnancy, and in various points of life, women tend to manifest iron deficiency anemia more often than men. It is a disease involving the deficiency of dopamine and is very distinct from Parkinson’s disease. People with restless legs syndrome do not progress to Parkinson’s disease at a higher rate than others in the community. Iron is also required to make dopamine, and this is why iron deficiency is very often related to restless legs syndrome. Restless Legs Syndrome is made by a clinical diagnosis in which a physician must have a high suspicion of the disease. Testing with blood work and a possible sleep study or EMG is used to exclude other causes and in cases where the diagnosis is in question. It is treated by both behavioral changes and medications. Behaviors include the elimination of tobacco and caffeine and possibly adding iron supplements. Further treatment involves replacing dopamine with dopamine agonist medications, pain medications and sleeping agents.
Monica Warhaftig, D.O., is Board Certified in Family Practice, Geriatric, Hospice & Palliative Care with Saint Francis Med Partner East. For more information call 901.888.2646 or visit saintfrancismedicalpartners.com
Ask Nikole Gettings
“How do I manage my menopause?” What is Menopause? Menopause is the natural time in a woman’s life when she no longer has the ability to mature eggs in her ovaries and is no longer fertile or able to get pregnant. How do I know if I have gone through menopause? Typically, 12 consecutive months without a menstrual cycle bleed or period indicates the onset of menopause. However, there are a few exceptions, such as surgical removal of the ovaries or uterus. When a woman has surgery to remove her uterus or ovaries, she will no longer be fertile or have monthly bleeds. This change is immediate after surgery. Hormonal birth control is another exception, which alters monthly bleeding and may cause you to go through many months or years without bleeding even though menopause hasn’t been completed. When you stop these medications or have the contraceptive device removed, you should restart bleeding within 3-6 months, although it may be sooner. If you do not restart bleeding within 12 months of stopping one of these hormonal methods, you should make an appointment to be evaluated with a woman’s health care provider.
What age does menopause usually occur? Menopause usually occurs between 45 and 55. If you have stopped having menses, are under 40 and not pregnant, have not had surgical removal of your ovaries or uterus, and are not on one of the hormonal contraceptives discussed above, you should make an appointment to be evaluated with a woman’s health care provider. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the time around menopause during which women’s bodies are transitioning. The transition from producing eggs in your ovaries every month to no longer producing eggs does not happen overnight. Just like puberty, perimenopause happens over a period of 3-5 years for most women. How do I know I am going through perimenopause? There are three primary signs of perimenopause: • I rregular periods or menses and eventual stopping of menses (menopause) •H ot flashes •V aginal changes
How can I get through perimenopause and menopause in good health? Like any stage of life, a diet full of fruits and vegetables is the key to good health. In addition, maintain a healthy weight and exercise to maintain muscle strength and bone health. If you need special help, contact your health care provider. Where can I get more information about Menopause? Check out “Our Bodies, Ourselves” by The Boston Women’s Health Book Collective. The website is www.menopause.org is also a great resource.
Nikole Gettings, CNM, Clinical Services Coordinator, Memphis Center for Reproductive Health CHOICES (Memphis Center for Reproductive Health) is a non-profit women’s health center providing a range of services including menopause management. To learn more, call 901-274-3550 or visit www.mcrh-tn.org
Ask Dr. Dean Anthony Klug How do I know the difference between fall allergies, a sinus infection or the common cold? Most fall allergy sufferers have symptoms of sneezing and nasal congestion or swelling thus causing a stuffy nose. They will usually gain symptomatic relief with antihistamines and decongestants.
I’ve heard cleaning out nasal passages with salt water helps prevent colds? is this true? and if so, how does it work? The use of saline in the nose does not prevent colds. A low volume saline mist is helpful because it helps to thin secretions to aid the clearance of mucous. The use of high volume nasal flushes and irrigations, contrary to popular opinion, has been shown in many cases to drive bacteria and secretions into the sinus spaces and Eustachian tubes leading to more significant sinus and ear problems.
Dean Anthony Klug, M.D. Is a partner with Mid- South Ear, Nose and Throat, P.C. 901.755.5300 or visit mid-southent.com
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The common cold is a viral infection that causes nasal congestion, drainage and frequently cough. These patients are best treated with decongestants and mucus thinners. The combined nasal dysfunction that both allergies and colds produce, if persistent and untreated for over a week can lead to a sinus infection. Sinus infections are usually characterized by colored nasal secretions and the symptoms of congestion worsen.
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Running and Bikram Yoga Saved My Life! It began like any other ordinary day. I went to my usual 7:30 a.m. Bikram yoga class, then to my academic classes at Southern Methodist University (in Dallas), ran errands, made plans to meet a friend at the library that night and picked up a copy of Kat Von D’s new book, The Tattoo Chronicles (I had planned on attending her book signing the following night!). As the day went on, I realized I was probably going to be a few minutes late meeting my study buddy at the library, so I sent her a text giving her a heads-up. Little did I know, I would never make it to the library. I remember parking my car and that’s it. My next memory was lying in a hospital bed in excruciating pain. I was scared, hurt, confused and over 500 miles away from home. The doctors told me a car struck me as I was crossing the street heading to the library on SMU’s campus. I was unconscious for an extended period of time after the accident. My pelvic bone had been broken in five places—three on the right side, two in the front and one in the back. It was a long, intense recovery. I was sent to Baylor’s Rehabilitation Facility and resided there two weeks. I was finally able to fly back to Memphis and finish the semester online in
the comfort of my home. The doctors truly believe because of my dedication to health and fitness that I did not need surgery. I have practiced Bikram yoga for over five years now. I am also an avid runner, completing seven half-marathons. I had run 11 miles the day before the accident. Determination set in, and I was back in the yoga room in less than five weeks following the accident. Doctors said I would not run another half-marathon until at least June of 2011. I ran the Mardi Gras half-marathon in February (2011), less than 15 weeks after the accident, then went on to run the Nashville Country Music half-marathon in April of 2011. I continue to practice Bikram at least four times a week and am currently training for my first full marathon— the St. Jude Marathon in December of 2011. Bikram yoga and running have helped me realize that life is full of challenges, but those challenges can be overcome when we practice self-control, patience and determination. Words cannot express my gratitude for the art of running and Bikram yoga. After all, they saved my life.
“The doctors truly believe because of my dedication to health and fitness that I did not need surgery.”
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Halle’s dedication to Bikram yoga and running helped her achieve a fast recovery.
Halle Griggs lies in a hospital bed with a broken pelvis after being struck by a car.
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weeken d wa r r ior s Renée Horne, 39
Sport: Running, Weightlifting
– Director, Digital & Social Media at FedEx
Weekend Warrior Recent Events: The Gibson Guitar 5K in June and the Comcast Firecracker 5K for St. Jude in July.
– M arried to Kevin, two kids, Joseph (5 years) and Kayla (20 months).
Favorite Fitness Accomplishments: Completing my first marathon, the St. Jude Marathon in December 2008 Why I Run: I’ve been athletic since an adolescent. I was also a sprinter in high school and college, which paid for my education. Running is still my preferred sport because it’s challenging, rewarding and gives me the freedom to be an individual. It also gives me an energy boost and a natural high as a detoxifying agent, while building mental toughness and character. Inspiration: The fabulous ladies of SistersIn-Motion whom I hold near and dear to my heart and enjoying training with on Saturday mornings Pre-Race Fuel: A big bowl of oatmeal and a protein shake when possible. Training Secrets: Train often, but not long; high intensity workouts over a shorter period of time produces better results compared to long endurance workouts Post Race Eats: Andrew Michael in East Memphis, an exotic local organic menu selections along with a fabulous wine selection WW Gear: Under Armor lower body apparel, Nike running tops and Saucony shoes; Garmin watch/shoe pod, Nike+ GPS and Belkin arm gear for storing my iPhone/iPod WW Transportation: Honda Pilot—sporty and multi-purpose for family road trips or everyday driving with good gas mileage
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On My iPod: A wide range including Jennifer Hudson, Oleta Adams, Usher, Beyoncé, Sade, Whitney Houston, Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye and even some Yo-Yo Ma
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One thing people don’t know about you: I spearheaded Let’s Move Memphis (letsmovememphis.racesonline.com) which has its inaugural 5K on October 1st. Favorite Indulgence: Ice cream
“Running is still my preferred sport because it’s challenging, rewarding and gives me the freedom to be an individual.” Photo by: Allen Elliotte
Just for Fun: I recently launched my blog www.marathonermom.com. I am a foodie and love to experiment in the kitchen. I also enjoying serving in the community and as a board member with the Power Center Academy, a local charter school. Mantra: “Once in motion, stay in motion.” It’s a lot easier to stay in shape than to get started all over again. So stay the course.
Sport: Triathlon, Running Favorite WW Accomplishment: Ironman Louisville. I’ve done more than 20 and this was the first time where everything seemed to go perfectly—the weather, mechanics, my health & nutrition. It was the most fun I’ve ever had during a triathlon, and preparation had a lot to do with my overall attitude.
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Personal Best: Memphis in May. This year was the first on a new course and the weather was tough. We had driving rain and wind but I still managed a personal best for MIM. Why Tri: I always wanted to do a triathlon but could not swim and did not have a bike. My wife gave me a mountain bike for my birthday six years ago and I signed up for a local sprint. Then I threw myself into a local pool and taught myself how to swim. I literally could not swim from end to end without gasping for air, but I figured it out after a few months and I was competing in a triathlon. I was hooked. (And no, I don’t still do triathlons on my mountain bike.) Inspiration: My wife is a RRCA running coach who works with all different levels. I find great inspiration in those who are unable to run 60-second intervals when they begin yet still show up, work hard and persevere. Several of these people have now run multiple half marathons and many are currently training for a full. Training Tips: Smile and enjoy it. If you don’t enjoy the journey of training, you won’t enjoy the race. Training is 99.999% of your time. Race day is the icing on the cake. Also, try ice baths after long workouts. Next Challenge: The Ragnar Relay Tennessee 200-mile run from Chattanooga to Nashville. I’m eyeballing some trail races this winter, too. Pre-Race Ritual: Pizza dinner and one beer Favorite Bike Shop: Victory Bicycle Studio Bucket List: Ironman Kona (this is a new one, although it would have to be a lottery situation); live on the beach WW Gear: Felt S32 TT bike, Brooks Ghost shoes, Balega socks, Nike Sport Band
On My iPod: Eminem, Raconteurs, Amos Lee, Them Crooked Vultures, G Love, Donavon Frankenreiter, Grace Potter Vice: College football OVER/UNDER and a little Jack Daniels watching sports never hurt anyone. Quote: “Pain is temporary, quitting is forever.” – Lance Armstrong
“If you don’t enjoy the journey of training, you won’t enjoy the race.” Photo by: Allen Elliotte
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Huey’s and Memphis are a Perfect Fit Hamburgers and Huey’s are synonymous—along with french fries, fried mushrooms, fried cheese and frill picks (those fancy toothpicks in the ceiling). Let’s face it, that’s why we Memphians have loved it for 40 years!
“Serving a great product at a good price with unbelievable service has always been the Huey’s way.”
However, what if our bodies don’t love the extra weight and high cholesterol? Well, Huey’s has your back. A few years ago, in conjunction with the Memphis Heart Clinic, they added heart-healthy items to their multipurpose menu. Huey’s continues to evolve by adding flavorful and nutritious salads, fish and vegan choices to meet today’s dining trends. And each one lives up to the Huey’s standard.
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But no worries, purists, the hamburgers and frill picks are here to stay! By Hailey Thomas
The low fat Black Bean Burger only has 120 calories (without bun and condiments), 4 gms of fat and 350 mg of sodium. Order it with a side salad (and for a better cheat, sweet potato fries). $8.60
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The Grilled Mahi Mahi plate (or salmon) comes lightly seasoned with steamed veggies or a salad. It’s heart-healthy with approximately 569 calories, 15 gms of monounsaturated fat and 480 mg of sodium. Ask for no seasoning and extra lemons to reduce the sodium* and maintain the flavor. $9.95
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*The American Heart Association recommends that adults take in no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day.
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Autumn has finally arrived, bringing along with it a bevy of toasty and tasty seasonal treats— including the latest in Starbuck’s fall lineup, the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate. Mmmm…need I say more? Well, yeah, you could eat two Snickers and get the same insane amount of calories. The Venti (20 oz) weighs in at 600 calories, 14 gms of saturated fat and 80 gms of sugar! Trick or treat? You decide. By Hailey Thomas
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Edible therapy By Macrae Schaffler
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Sweet Potato and Kale hash: – 2 tablespoons olive oil – 1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into inch cubes – 1/2 bunch kale, torn from the stems and cut into large pieces – 1 shallot, sliced
Sweet potatoes are the quintessential fall comfort food, but they don’t have to be coated in sugar and marshmallows in order to taste good. I like my sweet potatoes with a little smoky flavor, and in this recipe for sweet potato and kale hash, a little smoked paprika helps achieve it. Sweet potatoes are loaded with beta-carotene, an antioxidant that converts to vitamin A in your body and also helps produce new skin cells. Kale is another excellent source of beta-carotene, and foods rich in beta-carotene eaten on a regular basis help prevent skin cancer.
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
This delicious, hardy and easy-to-make side dish goes well with any protein you are serving this fall, such as roasted salmon seasoned with salt and smoked paprika.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil along with smoked paprika, shallot and kale. Sauté until kale is softened, about five more minutes.
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar – salt to taste In a medium sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Add sweet potato and sauté until softened, about ten minutes.
Add vinegar and stir another minute. Season with salt to taste. Serve immediately.
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Saturday, October 22, 8:00am Right Road 4 Miler Have fun at this 4 Miler in Victorian Village! Victorian Village www.memphisrunners.com
Sunday, October 9, 7:00am MRTC RRS 1st 10 Miler This is a 10 Mile race that is a part of a road race series Millington, TN www.memphisrunners.com
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Saturday, October 15, 8:00am Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Benefitting The American Cancer Society Memphis ,TN www.makingstridesmemphis.org. Saturday, October 15, 8:00am Hernando Water Tower 10k This race will highlight the city’s historic districts as well as one of its most-beloved local landmarks Hernando, MS www.racesonline.com
Saturday, October 1, 8:00am Let’s Move Memphis 5k Benefitting The Power Center Academy Memphis, TN www.racesonline.com Saturday, October 1, 10:00am Taffi T Crawford 5k Run/Walk Safe Houses/Shelters of Domestic Violence/ Scholarship College Bound Children Affected By Domestic Violence Olive Branch, MS www.taffitcrawforddvfoundation.com
Sunday, October 2, 2:00pm Camp Good Grief 5k Benefitting the Mid-South’s first children’s bereavement camp Memphis, TN www.racesonline.com
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Saturday, October 1, 10:00am Eyes 5k Run/Walk Benefitting Student Volunteers in Optometric Service to Humanity Memphis, TN www.racesonline.com
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Saturday, October 1, 10:00am Midsouth Food Bank: Strike Out Hunger 5 miler and 2 mile relay Benefitting Mid-South Food Bank Goldstrike Casino, Tunica Resorts, MS www.racesonline.com
Saturday, October 8, 9:00am Pumpkin Run Kids Race Memphis, TN www.memphisrunners.com Saturday, October 8, 8:30am Olive Twig 5k/10k Run and Walk Benefitting the Olive Twig Hospitality Group Olive Branch, MS www.racesonline.com Saturday, October 8, 9:00am Hometown Crawfordsville Festival 5k This is our Fourth annual 5K Run/Walk Crawfordville, AR www.racesonline.com
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