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Making Fitness Fun For Your Kids Lead your kids in a healthy life with outdoor fitness this summer

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NOTES INSPIRATIONAL On a beautiful sunny morning, a butterfly because he expected that, Author Unknown

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publisher publisher at any moment, the wings would man found a cocoon of a butterenlarge and expand to be able fly. The next day a small opening (985) 778-6171 to support the body, which would appeared. He sat and watched Like Metro Fitness metrofitness@live.com Inspiration is aforprofound that change.

It’s like a window through contract in time. the butterfly several feeling hours as it precedes Magazine on: Neither Inthe fact,ability the to struggled force its body which we to may be able to seethrough the life we could have. happened!

It can give us butterfly spent the rest of its life that little hole. Then it seemed to recognize thatany changing our life begins with changing the way since our crawling around withwea think, swollen stop making progress.

It apwould be ready for flight once it achieved its freedom body and shriveled wings.

It never peared as if it had gotten as far as from the cocoon. thoughts create our actions, and our actions create the life we could have. was able to fly. What the man, in it could, and it could go no further.

As we go through life we should keep in mind that For So some, inspiration comes from experiencing a connection to nature—the oceans, rivers, and forests. Immersing ourselves within our environthe man decided to help the his kindness and haste, did not struggling is an important part of any growth experiunderstand that For theothers, restricting butterfly. a pairand of scissors ment canHe be atook powerful joyful feeling we long towas sustain. it may come the it belief thatstruggle if we can succeed ence.from In fact, is that that causesatuschanging to de- our cocoon and the struggle required and snipped off the remaining bit velop our ability to fly.

If God allowed us to go habits, we can achieve our dreams—whether they are about feeling better, having more energy to do things with our loved ones, or through even just for the butterfly to get through the of the cocoon. The butterfly then our lives without any obstacles, it would cripple us. tiny opening were God's way of emerged easily.

But had awork swollen performing better in it sports, or at school. forcing fluid from the body of the body and small, shriveled wings.

Once you are inspired to change, the key to success is in taking small steps each day. And when you find yourself reaching your first goal, you butterfly into its wings so that it The man continued to watch the may want to slow down for a moment to enjoy what you have accomplished. That is because one of life's greatest pleasures is in achieving a

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Magnesium, Please Although we rack our brains trying to find any health benefits associated with a bag of chips, the facts keep coming back to haunt us.

We did, however, find an excuse to pack your diet full of nuts, seeds, and leafy greens. Sorry, we tried!* Magnesium is a must-have at least according to our dietary needs, that is. The human body consists of approximately 20-28 milligrams of magnesium, with 50 percent alone going straight to the skeletal system, The rest is stored in muscle, soft tissue and other bodily fluids. A magnesium deficiency could cause a buildup of problems, including insulin resistance and coronary heart disease.

Looks like those thins your mother told you at the dinner table were somewhat plausible. After all, she was right: Drinking milk (which, you guessed it, is high in magnesium) does give you strong bones. One of the major pros in magnesium consumption is the role it plays in the assimilation of calcium into bone and the activation of vitamin D in the kidneys. Magnesium intake has not only been associated with greater bone density, it has been proven to lower the risk of os-

teoporosis in postmenopausal women. Ditch the straws a milk mustache sounds really good right about now.

Your heart beats for magnesium. Helpful in its endeavors to maintain a steady heartbeat and normal blood pressure, magnesium is a must have supplement for a happy heart.

Magnesium is not limited to a healthy heart and strong bones, however. Magnesium is also found in 300 different enzymes in your body, including some that help regulate blood sugar. Many people with insulin resistance also experience high levels of magnesium output in their urine, explaining the body’s lack thereof. If you want to avoid type 2 diabetes, magnesium may be crucial. Ask your doctor.

How about those green veggies Now? If you’re still crinkling your nose, try these magnesium rich alternatives. Hey, food is food.

LOW_FAT YOGURT. All milk product contain magnesium. Last time we checked, this put ice cream on the qualifying list in moderation, of course.

BANANAS. Potassium and magnesium? That’s a two-for-one if we ever saw one.

DARK CHOCOLATE. See, we told you we were trying!

Paired with fresh fruit, we would say this makes for a pretty awesome dessert.

AVOCADO. One sliced avocado coming right up. You will easily consume 15 percent of your daily recommended serving of magnesium in one sitting or on one sandwich, whichever you choose.

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*Editor’s Note: Before taking any new supplements or medications, we recommend speaking with your doctor first.

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Making Fitness Fun for Your Kids The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that young people ages 6-17 engage in at least one hour of physical activity each day. I am a mom and even as a fitness professional, it is sometimes hard to build that balance between my job and making sure my kids get the outdoor activity time they need. Kids are sponges. They absorb information from their surroundings every day. What they absorb is largely controlled (in the early years) by what they see their parents doing. We see this all the time, think of the boy who plays with Legos because his dad is an architect or the girl whose Barbie is taking care of a stuffed animal because her mom is a veterinarian.

What we do daily as parents has a direct effect on what our children do.

If you come home from work, plop down on the couch and watch two hours of television, what do you think your child is thinking? Conversely, if you get home, lace up your sneakers and take that child for a walk, what message does that send? A study done by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that today, 8-18 year-olds devote an average of 7 hours and 38 minutes to using entertainment media across a typical day, amounting to more than 53 hours a week.

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These are the moments your children will remember.

They will not have fond memories of playing video games by themselves all summer.You don’t need to travel far. Go to your local playground, and instead of burying yourself in your iPhone while the kids play, join them or suggest a game of tag for all of you.

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Quercetin great for boosting the immune system. Pycnogenol, also known as pine bark extract, is a free radical scavenger. This can help slow the aging process and also strengthen immune and cardiovascular function. Resveratrol is a polyphenol naturally found in the skin of red grapes. Studies have shown that Resveratrol supports healthy cardiovascular function and can help lower LDL (bad cholesterol).

Lutein is a powerful antioxidant that supports macular health and protects the skin and eyes from the damage induced by UV light.

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Success Secrets of the simple minded

The simple truth of the matter is that all people - no matter who they are, where they are from, or what their history is have the ability to achieve massive success in life, and to maintain that level of success for as long as they desire to have it.

However, given the false misconception that the rich and famous and the "beautiful" people in the world have some "trick" to their success keeps the everyday person from even trying to achieve lofty levels of health, prosperity, and happiness.

The secret to true and lasting success is that we simply need to get out of our own way and permanently bury the self-limiting beliefs that have been keeping us from our dreams for all of these years!

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by: aaronPOTTS

Whether we like to admit it or not, most of us have a common misconception that people who are truly successful in life have some sort of gift or skill, or that they were given some kind of incredible break or opportunity during their life that allowed them to achieve their incredible success.

Success Secret #1 Every single person who ever achieved or maintained success in this world first had a clear picture in their mind of what that success looked like. How much success do you think you will have if your statement of action looks like any of these?

• I am going to be the best BLANK in the history of mankind!

• My body is going to BLANK like no one else's ever has!

• I am going to build the most powerful company ever, and we are going to sell BLANK. • My ideal husband/wife is going to make me so happy because he/she will BLANK.

Do you see the point here? Even having an idea of what area of your life that you want to achieve success in - health, wealth, relationships, career, etc. - is simply not enough to get the gears turning in your life that will make it happen.

You have to know exactly what you want to do in your MIND before it can ever manifest and become a part of your actual existence.

Do you think that the people who build skyscrapers say "Let's just throw a bunch of concrete and steel together and see how high we can make it"?

No, they envision a beautiful tower of architectural superiority in their mind, and then they start working out a plan of how to make it happen. Although your goals may not be as far-reaching as a 100-story building downtown, the process begins in exactly the same place in your mind.

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Success Secret #3

You must BELIEVE that you can accomplish No one who ever achieved any lasting sucyour goal! You would think that something as cess ever did so by sitting at home studying simple as that would go without saying, but the long lost secrets of other successful peothe sad truth of the matter is that most peo- ple. It doesn't matter if you are talking about ple are brought up to believe that they are following the path of wealthy business men limited by what is realistically possible. and women, tracking the health practices of In fact, the more time you spend learning people with picture-perfect bodies, or just about the state of cracking the code of affairs in the world someone who has at large, as well as mastered gloriousin your own neighly fulfilling relationborhood, the more ships. Your ability you will become to memorize their conditioned to bemaster plans will lieve that you can do you absolutely only accomplish cerno good whatsoevtain things because er if you do not get "that's just the way up and take action it is". on what you have Nothing could learned. be further from the Does that mean truth! As a wonderful and glorious human be- that you need to plan to dedicate 18-hour ing, the only true skill that you have to have work days to building the next business emto succeed is a burning desire to accomplish pire, spend countless hours at the gym, or whatever it is that you want to accomplish! practice every relationship-saving technique History is replete with examples of wild- that you read about? Of course not. ly successful people who attained their sucHowever, if you want to achieve success in cess not via expensive college educations or any endeavor in your life, you will have to put unlimited financial resources, but rather be- a powerful plan of action in place in order to cause they simply refused to give up until they make it happen, and stick to that plan over the had found or created a way to achieve their long-term, rather than just the short-term. dreams. > The Secrets to Success of the Simple Minded are 3 very ordinary concepts that every single person ever born has the ability to bring to bear: > Know what you Want - Believe you can have It - Take consistent action to attain It > Everything else on the path to goal attainment and success are merely logistical details.

Carbohydrate

Carbs, Brains, College Loading and a Budget for Peak

by marisLEE

Performance

Whoa! Let’s see if we can tie all this into something tangible and useful. When I was a college kid way back in the 1980’s, carbs were definitely “in”. As a baseball player and weightby marisLEE lifting enthusiast, I thrived on carbohydrates. My teammates and I would literally sit down at the training table and eat carbs for over an hour.

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Tatum Bounds Mother, Competitor & Bombshell Fitness Online Fitness Coach!!!

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MF: Tatum you have been in the fitness industry for a while now. What are you doing these days?

TB: I have! I have been involved with being “fit” since as long as I can remember. I feel like I have done it all - I have participated in many races, 5k, 10k and half marathons; I gave crossfit a try for about three years; I have taught many group fitness classes; I have coached many clients to weight loss, and I have taken up fitness competitions as well. Today, I work for Bombshell Fitness as an online fitness coach. I am also active in the IFBB organization.

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MF: I had no idea that Bombshell Fitness was that big and that you are one of the top ranked coaches in the country. Can you explain to us how the Homebody Program works?

TB: Bombshell Fitness was founded ten years ago

by Shannon Dey. Her vision began with the idea of creating a team of world class competitors. To this day she has turned more women world-wide pro than any other team. Over the past decade she has grown her company to include services for competitors, everyday woman who desire an hourglass look, pageant contestants (she had eleven contestants in this year’s Miss USA pageant), and now men’s physique. Just this past month we launched the Homebody Program, where I work closely with Shannon to create a curriculum to ensure anyone can reach their fitness goals—no matter how busy they are. The entire program can be done right inside your home.

MF: Does the person you're coaching or training have to live close to you? Or is this something you can do online?

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TB: This, and all of our programs can be done completely online. We have an amazing system set up where we do an online Skype Orientation and Q and A. We have our own private social network where girls have access to video libraries and a world full of women with the same goals. Our headquarters are located in Orlando, Florida - and here we do private camps for competitors and transformation clients. We also offer personal training and posing sessions at our Orlando headquarters. In August we will be hosting our 4th Bomicon Convention where women from all over will have access to every workout we offer, posing sessions, one on one with their coaches, over 20 seminars ranging from topics such as Victoria Duke’s “Glam Academy”, Dr. Green’s “Overcoming Obstacles to

Fat Loss”, Life-Coach Jessica Herington’s “Your Bold, Beautiful Lie”, and IFBB Olympian Athlete Gen Strobo’s “You are What You Eat.” You can learn more at our website Bombshellfitness.com under the Camps link.

MF: Can anyone do the Homebody Program and do you have to be a female or can a guy jump in?

TB: Because the program is so new, we started with a basic and advanced program geared towards women. BUT we are an evolving company. As mentioned earlier, we now have a physique program that caters to men - so it won’ t be long before we entertain this same idea with Homebody.

MF: How did you get started in fitness?

TB: I played all sports and danced when I was younger - I guess being active was in my blood. When I was old enough to be on a gym floor - I was there. I truly fell in love with the sport of Bodybuilding when I was a freshman at the University of Alabama. Fitness competitions were JUST making their way into the mainstream...it was something I had always wanted to do.

MF: What did you do before you were a fulltime fitness professional?

TB: Before becoming a fitness professional, I was a high school English and World Geography teacher. I received my undergraduate degree in Secondary Edu-

cation; English and history at the University of Alabama and the my Masters Degree in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction at SLU. My passion is educating and motivating - whether it is a child wanting to write the best paper, or a client wanting to become the best and healthiest version of herself.

MF: I here you have a big family. How big is it?

TB: I do!!!! Along with wanting to be a teacher when I was younger I wanted a big family! I have four beautiful and healthy children - Branyan 16, Baylor 13, Brylee 11 and Brinkleigh 9. They keep my afternoons and weekends VERY busy!

MF: You must me a SUPERMOM!!! How in the world do you take care of 4 kids, your husband, work, and still find time to stay in the kind of shape you are in?

TB: No supermom - ha! Sometimes I think I am the “bad mom”...Life is very busy and we are always on the go. I had to find a way to BALANCE this circus so I try my best to stick to a tight schedule and planning is KEY! I have a monthly planner where I keep up hour by hour - I even plan my dinner menus for the week on Sunday (and let’s just say the crock pot is my kitchen bff.) I also try my best to compartmentalize everything (an old teacher friend taught me this trick). Leave work at work. Leave exercise in the gym or in its space. Carry God at all times in your heart...Focus on the event at hand.

MF: Tell us about your transition from figure to bikini?

TB: I have always admired the athletic look. I really desired creating that strong muscular yet streamline look. I am a pear shape naturally (meaning I have a tiny upper body and wider hip and lower body) SO this was not an easy task - it took 6 years of eating, training and discipline to shape the body for that stage look. As I got older, I realized that this keeping up and maintaining muscle was going to be difficult - so I made the switch to bikini. I mean, who doesn’t want a beach body year round :)

MF: That’s quite a transition. What’s your number one recipe for success in this transition?

TB: It was a HUGE transition for me. Bikini classes tend to be larger and YOUNGER and the posing is a lot different. But I knew I was not ready to let go of the competitive athlete in me. In the last year I actually learned that I love training to be the bikini athlete because I absolutely love to run and I love cardio...so to taper down I have been allowed to incorporate doing what I really love.

MF: Do you have any shows coming up?

TB: I have competed in two shows so far; I plan on competing at the Greater Gulf States in Metairie and Ft. Lauderdale in July. After that there is one more show where master competitors from all over are showcased - this is Labor Day weekend in Pittsburgh.

Left: From Left To Right Drew Bounds, Tatum, Branyan(16), Baylor(13), Brylee(11), Brinkleigh(8) Below: From Left To Right coaches Gen Strobo, Tatum Bounds, Shannon Dey

s p m a C Boot MF: Can you share with our readers 3 general tips that you give your clients when they are trying to lose 10lb quickly?

TB: Well quickly is the key word - I always say weight loss is a slow and steady process - slow and steady wins the race. I also stress the importance of consistency - the more consistent a client is the bigger the results. Lastly I try to encourage practicing discipline - it is not easy - but the feeling of being in control is powerful.

MF: What kind of diet do you follow when preparing for a show?

TB: It all depends - I have competed in well over 30 shows and not one diet has been the same. I have found that carb cycling works best for me though.

I fuel for my training - so if I have a longer cardio session I make sure I have enough carbs to have an effective session.

MF: How do you remain focused and driven in such a competitive landscape?

TB: I always try to be better than my last time.

This fitness world is extremely subjective. If you go on stage with the expectation to win every time you will be disappointed. However - I know that if I did my absolute best and did all of the mandatory prep I walk away a winner - especially at the professional level.

MF: What is one thing you would tell your

younger self when she was first getting into the fitness scene?

TB: Learn PROPER nutrition and really enjoy the process. I already wish I could go back to my very first competition.

MF: What’s the one thing you always have to have on hand?

TB: My phone - HA! Seriously though - I work from my phone and stay connected to my clients.

AND - I can’t live without my music aps.

MF: What're your favorite foods during contest prep?

TB: I love food - prep food and treat meals. I think I can live on eggs and nut butters.

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MF: What's your favorite cheat meal?

TB: A BIG cheeseburger and glass of Cabernet.

MF: What supplements are you currently taking?

TB: I begin my day with a mulit, glucosamine, B complex and CLA blend by Beauty Fit. I fuel and replenish with a good BCAA through the day and at bed time I take GNC Cal-Mag-ZInc, Vitamin C, collagen and CLA.

MF: What is your top body part? What are your top 3 movements to train it and with which rep ranges?

TB: I love the hourglass look so naturally I love shoulders and glutes - BUT I would say I love to train glutes. My three favorite moves are smith machine donkey kicks (each leg, light with no rest between 5 sets of 20 reps) , sumo deadlifts (heavy - 4 sets of 10 reps), and elevated side lateral leg squats ( 4 sets of 20 reps each leg - light weight)

MF: What are your other interest?

TB: I love cooking, I love to run, I love watching my kids do their competitive sports and dance, and I love to relax at night with a good movie or book (and a glass of vino if I am not competing:)

MF: Have you ever fell off the deep end with your diet and had to start over on Monday?

TB: Not really...believe it or not I was almost 200 lbs after my first child was born - I learned my lesson when I was 26 that food can be your best ally or your worst enemy. I enjoy everything in moderation when I am not in prep - but then flip my switch and get to work when I am in prep mode.

MF: Who is your all time favorite hero or someone you’ve always looked up to or who has inspired you.

TB: I can name a few people in each area of my life that I have looked up to...but being too cliche here I have to say I am most inspired through Jesus Christ.

This did not come easy...I have learned that the evil, the nay-sayers, the ones who did not believe, or the ones who left my side when I needed them the most helped me grow a much deeper and more meaningful relationship with Christ. And it was because of these hard times and a new found relationship that I am now able to see light through darkness. All of my inspiration comes through Him. I am a firm believer in God Winks.

MF: Worst fear?

Tatum Bounds

MF: If you could live any place in TB: Extremely bad weather - like tornados the world where would it be? and lightning - especially while driving

TB: RIGHT HERE - I love my Louisiana

MF: Favorite music?

TB: Hip-Hop

MF: Workout shorts or workout pants?

MF: Ice-Cream or Cake?

TB: Ice Cream - Marble Slab, fill that thing up!

MF: Are you random or normal?

TB: Is there such thing as normal …????

MF: Green or Blue?

TB: Blue

TB: SHORTS

MF: What's the name of your first boy best friend and how old were you?

TB: Michael Federico - we were 10 and he read in my wedding :)

MF: Who do you tell more secrets to; friends or family?

TB: Family

MF: If you could change your MF: What's your go-to meal when name, what would it be?

TB: Khaleesi - HA ...I will leave it at that :) you have no time to cook?

TB: Protein shake or a handful of nuts

MF: Have you ever been in a car MF: What's the one thing no one accident?

TB: Yes...too many knows about you?

MF: Do you have any pets?

TB: YES!!!! Three dogs and a cat

TB: NO ONE??? Hummmm….(my hubby knows it all) - But….I am kind of an open book...

MF: Purple or Yellow?

MF: Wake up early or sleep in?

TB: Really Kelly ...LOL - Crimson!

TB: Depends on what time I get to bed :) BUT I do love early mornings

MF: If you were famous, what MF: Last question, would you would you want it to be for?

TB: Making a positive impact on people’s rather be loved and have many lives friends OR be extremely rich forever?

MF: Shy or Loud?

TB: Love is the greatest gift one can have TB: Loud

MF: Red or Pink?

- I do not need many friends - but it feels sooooo good to be loved unconditionally.

TB: Pink

Tatum Bounds 985-290-0121 coachtatum@bombshellfitness.com

Pelvic Pain and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Dr. Katherine Williams, MD, FACOG, IF

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is a pelvic pain disorder caused by hypertonic musculature (or tight muscles) of the pelvic floor.

The floor or bottom of the pelvic area is a bowl-shaped web of striated muscle, connective tissue, ligaments, and bone through which nerves and veins pass to the hips and lower extremities. Normally, the pelvic floor needs to relax to allow for proper urination, defecation, and sexual arousal and orgasm, while at the same time it contracts to support the internal organs.

This complex, opposing function can create a myriad of symptoms if it does not function properly.

When the muscles of the pelvic floor are hypertonic, or too tight, a range of acute or chronic symptoms can occur. Pelvic floor dysfunction only involves the posterior (or lower half) pelvic floor muscles. Some of those symptoms include pressure or heaviness in the pelvic area, difficulty with urinating or evacuating stool, constipation, sexual pain, lower back pain, tailbone pain, or achy, radiating thigh pain.The early onset of symptoms is slow and subtle, gradually increasing over time as the tension increases in the pelvic floor, reaching a point where quality of life is impacted.

The pelvic floor’s muscular tension can increase after childbirth and menopause, due to physical stressors or hormonal changes; it can also increase due to conditions such as vulvodynia, endometriosis, IBS, interstitial cystitis, or painful bladder syndrome; or, it can result from physical conditions such as poor posture, prolonged sitting, uneven hips, misaligned pelvis, or other skeletal asymmetries. There is also a relationship between emotional, physical, or sexual abuse and chronic pelvic pain. The direct cause is usually not known.

Most gynecological exams miss the correct diagnosis because the traditional exam does not check the tone of the pelvic floor muscles. Symptoms of pelvic pain are a common complaint with many possible causes, which can frequently lead to surgical intervention such as hysterectomies and laparoscopies. Unfor-

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tunately, some patients’pain persists after the surgery because of the misdiagnosis.

One patient explains, “I lived with painful sex for years. My legs and my back often hurt and I couldn't do the things I used to enjoy. I assumed that I was just out of shape and that this was normal for women over 40. When Dr. Williams explained to me that it was hypertonic pelvic floor dysfunction, I was relieved and excited to know that I could get my life back. " Treatment for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction might include physical therapy, pharmaceuticals, or psychotherapy if there is a history of emotional or physical abuse. Physical therapy can involve trigger point massage, soft-tissue manipulation, manual stretching, core strengthening, and skeletal realignment, while pharmaceuticals might include muscle relaxers. Treatments are highly successful, with most women getting back to a pain-free, high quality of life.

Dr. Katherine Williams specializes in diagnosing and treating complex pelvic and vulvar disorders, including Pelvic Floor Dysfunction. She founded the Southern Institute for Women’s Sexual Health (SIWSH) with locations in New Orleans and Covington, LA to specifically help women with pelvic pain that was not being properly diagnosed. She earned her fellowship from the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, making her uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat these patients. SIWSH is the only clinic

specializing in women’s sexual health in the southern region of the United States with patients coming to her from across the country for treatment.

Hypertonic pelvic floor is a stressful condition that can affect women in all stages of life. It can profoundly affect normal body function and quality of life.

With the proper treatment, successful remediation of symptoms is highly likely. Women need to be educated on how to relax hypertonic muscles so that they can begin to relax the muscles and prevent further dysfunction.

If you think you might be suffering from Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, please contact SIWHS at (985) 871-0707 or info@siwsh.com.

References 1. Butrick CW. Pelvic floor hypertonic disorders: identification and management. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am. 2009;36(3):707-722 2. Prather H, Spitznagle TM, Dugan SA. Recognizing and treating pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2007;18(3):477-496, ix.

Dr. Katherine Williams, MD, FACOG, IF Covington 104 Innwood Drive

New Orleans 1717 St. Charles Ave. 985-871-0707 SIWSH.COM

Annalise Moore

One of 20 teens her age from across the globe selected to participate in the

CrossFit Games

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T h e M o o re f a m i ly L e f t t o r i g h t : T i m , K i r k l a n d , Jo s h , B a m b i , M a l l o r a & A n n a l i s e At just 15 years old, Annalise Moore is preparing to compete internationally against the fittest teens in the world. Annalise watched her dad at Forged Steele CrossFit when she was 10 years old and immediately joined their kids program. An athlete at heart, playing softball for years, she was a natural. Shortly after,Annalise’s parents and siblings were all CrossFitters.

In time she transitioned from the kids program to the regular class WODs (workout of the day) and again excelled in all aspects, gymnastics, weightlifting, running, rowing and more.

Early on, her fire and passion for the sport was evident.

Every year hundreds of thousands of athletes worldwide compete in the CrossFit Open, five workouts over five weeks. The best of the best are invited to compete on the world stage at The CrossFit Games. Annalise finished the

Open ranked 2nd internationally and the subsequent online qualifier ranked 6th.This earned her invitation. She is just one of 20 teens her age from across the globe selected to participate in The CrossFit Games in August, repre-

CrossFit is constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. A constantly varied approach to training leads to dramatic gains in fitness.

While speaking about her CrossFit program, Annalise said: "I think they see how fun it is and it can be fun to work out". Annalise is inspiring those who know her to work harder and reach for their goals.

"This year, is my first time going to The Games, and it's going to be the best experience. I actually get to watch an athlete that I've coached since she was 10," said coach Jeannie Dimitri, Head Coach at Forged Steele CrossFit. "I'm so so proud of her, so proud of what she's accomplished, so proud of her determination and her drive is amazing," said Bambi Moore.

senting Louisiana and her hometown of Slidell. The CrossFit games are set for Aug. 3-6 in "Annalise has always been one to give it her all. Madison, Wisconsin.

She was not halfwaying it. It was, 'If I'm going to do it I'm going to give it my all,'" said Bambi Moore, Annalise's mom.

For information on how you can Support Annalise and her trip to the CrossFit Games, you can call Jeannie Dimitri 985-788-0986 or email her at JeanniemDimitri@gmail.com.

Estrogen MEN'S HEALTH

the Neglected Side of Masculinity by: davidALES

Many men who can boast normal levels of testosterone nonetheless exhibit characteristic symptoms of the male menopause.

They find their energy diminishing and their sexual life faltering.

If this situation is due to a hormonal imbalance, it may not be related to testosterone. Frequently it is in the level of estrogen, the female hormone, where the trouble lays.

Men react with surprise when they learn the male body contains its own natural supply of estrogen. They are equally unprepared for the news that estrogen is a normal aspect of their hormonal makeup. The male body actually manufactures the female hormone from testosterone. An enzyme in the body, aromatase, converts a small portion of testosterone into estrogen, a process necessary for the healthy functioning of estrogen-sensitive tissues in a man’s body.

It is likely that estrogen is beneficial to the male brain. Estrogen is definitely important in influencing certain natural sexual functions through its effects on brain chemistry. The very areas of the brain involved with sexual function require estrogen for its special purposes in those specific locations. When it comes to estrogen

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levels, however, the effective range in the male body is very narrow. Too little estrogen will neuter a man just as effectively as too little testosterone. Too much estrogen can displace testosterone at various cellular receptor sites, switching off important cellular activities.

As we grow older aromatase levels tend to increase, resulting in greater estrogen production. In addition, methods for eliminating estrogen, once it has been created, decline. Consequently, the middle-aged man becomes estrogen dominant. By the time a man reaches his fifties the estrogen level in his body may actually exceed that found in a menopausal woman on estrogen replacement therapy. The changing ratio of estrogen to testosterone is a major factor underlying a common form of male menopause known as metabolic andropause.

Estrogen dominance develops slowly in men. Some common reasons for midlife estrogen elevation in males include:

• Age-related increases in aromatase activity • Obesity • Alteration in liver function • Zinc deficiency • Overuse of alcohol • Drug-induced estrogen imbalance • Ingestion of estrogen-enhancing food or environmental substances

High estrogen levels are associated with increased risk of heart attacks in males – the exact opposite of its effect in females, in whom it has cardioprotective effects, dilating the coronaries, decreasing clotting factors and revving up the body’s natural clot-busting system.

Increasing levels of estrogen in men may adversely affect the prostate gland. Some studies have found that men with higher estrogen levels are more likely to develop benign prostatic hypertrophy. In many men, high estrogen levels cause an actual reduction in testosterone production, and reduce the effective availability of testosterone. A relative excess of estrogen to testosterone diminishes male sexuality.

Many physicians have neglected estrogen’s role in males. In the bodies of both men and women, the balance of estrogen and testosterone is critical. By overlooking the effects of estrogen in males, physicians have found themselves at a loss to explain the failure of testosterone replacement therapy in men who seem ideally suited to it. Observations of these failures have lead many physicians to conclude that testosterone is not significantly related to male midlife changes. In such instances, the failure may be in neglecting the other side of the equation – estrogen.

If upon testing your hormone levels you discover a relatively high estrogen level, you might resolve the problem of metabolic andropause by first addressing the common causes of elevated estrogen. Estrogen dominance that is unresponsive to the measures outlined may require in-

tervention that is more intensive, supervised by a knowledgeable physician.

If you are overweight, reduce your caloric intake and follow a Mediterranean-type diet. Fat cells convert testosterone to estrogen. Moreover, obesity is associated with lower testosterone levels. As the pounds drop off, so will many of the symptoms of male menopause.

Increasing consumption of cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower, will stimulate removal of excess estrogen. The phytoestrogens in a diet rich in soy compete with estrogen receptor sites, block its actions, and stimulate the liver to process and excrete excess estrogen. Avoid grapefruit, as it tends to inhibit the liver’s breakdown of estrogen. Alcohol significantly inhibits clearance of estrogen from the blood and reduces zinc levels. Consider reducing your consumption of alcohol or give up drinking altogether.

Some nutritional supplements have been found to help restore a proper balance of testosterone to estrogen.

Many men can reduce estrogen levels by supplementing with zinc, which inhibits the conversion of testosterone to estrogen. Vitamin C and chrysin may further improve the testosterone to estrogen ratio. Check with your physician to determine appropriate doses for you.

Begin a regular program of resistance training exercise, after receiving medical clearance from your physician.

Heavy weight training stimulates increased levels of testosterone.

Many prescription and over-the-counter medications have the potential to increase your levels of estrogen.

They include some drugs within the following categories: anti-inflammatory drugs, cholesterol lowering drugs, anti-depressants, heart and blood pressure medicine, antibiotics and antifungal agents. If you are on one of them, see if your doctor can find an effective substitute.

The problem of estrogen dominance may not simply be a result of natural metabolic changes in hormone conversion and in hormone excretion. The environment and many foods we consume expose us to numerous synthetic estrogens. Many herbicides and pesticides produce an estrogenic effect. Several of the chemicals given to livestock and poultry are estrogenic.

Men who intend to live a long, vital, and healthy life should address, at some point, hormone levels with their physician just as seriously as things like cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure. Maintaining an optimum balance of hormones, including estrogen, is one of many lifestyle choices available for men aspiring to reach peak health and to prevent aging-related declines. You cannot retain the energy of youth, or expect to maintain functional ability and resilience without a life in balance.

VITALITY WELLNESS GROUP, LLC. David R. Ales Nicole R. Fortmayer info@vitalitywellnessgroup.com 504-309-4172

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Training for a 5K by garyCOOPPER

Whether your goal is personal fitness, a sense of community or a pure sense of accomplishment, you can find yourself at the finish line on race day. A 3.1-mile race is a perfect length to aim for as a beginner. Begin by setting attainable goals to keep you motivated and give yourself ample time to move to the next level. If you train correctly and follow a good eight-to-10 week training program, running can lead to a lifetime of fitness.

Set Attainable Goals

Take Your Time

Be smart and safe

The length of a 5k is a relatively easy goal to reach as a novice runner, but it may also challenge the expert runner depending on intensity and speed. Start out with a simple program that allows you to succeed and move forward only when you feel comfortable with your current stage. To avoid burnout or injury, do not push your limits. Remember that your main goal is to reach the finish line. For your first race, you should plan on enjoying the run and feeling good for having completed your goal.

Depending on your training base, an eight-to-10 week program should be just enough time to have you running for the full 30 minutes, which is the approximate time it will take you to complete your first 5k.

Your first step should be a complete medical exam to make sure it is safe for you to begin a running program. Begin with a walk/run program four times per week for 20 to 30 minutes. If you have not previously been involved in a walking program, it may be best to start with an eight-day walking program routine before you're ready to begin running. Begin by walking for 20 minutes the first four days, followed by walking for 30 minutes the last four days. If you have no problems with this program, try running for two minutes and walking for four minutes five times consecutively for a total of 30 minutes. Do this routine three times per week until you feel comfortable. Each week as you are ready add one minute to the running time and subtract one minute from the walking time. Increase each week until you are running comfortably for the full 30 minutes.

Now that you can run for 30 minutes, do not concern yourself with pace or distance. Gradual training is the key to long-term success and rest time is just as important as the time you spend training. Be sure to have proper running shoes that suit your individual needs, and be aware of the surface you are running on as well.The best running surface is a track. If you do not have access to a track, asphalt is better than concrete, and dirt or silt alongside the road is even better. Beginning a running program may improve your entire life as it strengthens your cardiovascular system, ties you to your community, and boosts your self-esteem while also allowing you to appreciate the outdoors. From the novice to the expert runner, a local 5k race is a great way to get in shape and improve your sense of health and well-being.

Improve Your Heart And Head Accomplishing your goal improves your self-esteem and keeps your cardiovascular system in tune. A regular training program includes exercising for at least 30 minutes three to five times per week, which falls within basic cardiovascular fitness guidelines. Running can lead to a feeling of freedom and independence, and it is also one of the best ways to alleviate stress since it releases alpha waves in your brain, leaving you relaxed and invigorated.

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