January 2018 Edition

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PUBLISHER'S PAGE

CONTENTS: JANUARY 2018

2018 Is Here

EW RESOLUTIONS WERE MADE, WE ARE EATING RIGHT, GOING TO the gym, and making our goals happen for us. Great job, let’s keep it up!! A lot is going on this month! Miramar City has a Black History Celebration Concert on February 3, 2018 at Memorial Regional Park Amphitheater. If you want to continue doing exercise and helping the community there are two events coming up. On February 10 th The Pines Light up the Night 5k Run and on February 25th the Tour of Broward . We also wrote two great articles on how to get and stay health on pages 16, 18 and 20. Our feature article from Orange Theory on page 22, explains what this new brand of fitness is all about.

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Keep exercising my friends.

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EVENTS 6 January 2018 COMMUNITY CALL 8 News from our Community COMMUNITY NEWS 10 Snowfest Draws Pines Community 12 Students Raise Funds for Honor Flight Program SPOTLIGHT EVENT 14 Pines Light Up the Night GET HEALTHY 16 18 Ways to Get (and Stay) Healthy in 2018 18 Resolution Realization: 7 Diet Apps for Slimdown Success in New Year

20 Which Fitness Trends to Leave Behind in 2018 and Which Ones to Embrace FEATURE 22 Join the Orange Nation FROM THE MAYOR 24 Hello Miramar! 26 Dear Readers… THE PHILANTHROPIST 28 Linda Dwyer PET OF THE MONTH 32 Meet Buddy PET HEALTH 33 New Years Resolution: Get Pet Insurance? PUZZLE PAGE 36 Crossword & Sudoku

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EVENTS :: JANUARY 2018

JANUARY 19

JANUARY 20

WINTER WHITE & SILVER DINNER DANCE

RESIDENT ARTIST : EMBRACE MUSIC FOUNDATION & MIRAMAR CULTURAL CENTER PRESENT “RHYTHMS OF AFRICA: MUSIC AROUND THE WORLD"

JANUARY 27-28

OUR NATURAL WORLD AND BEYOND ART EXHIBIT Discover the beauty and splendor of the physical world around us. Our Natural World & Beyond is an up-close exploration of the hidden life within all of nature’s beings. Featuring paintings, sculpture, photography and mixed media. Join us at Studio 18 for an evening of music, wine and refreshments. Featured Artists: Andrea Abarca, Diana Abassi, Tania Bilbao, Tina Da Silva-Herald, Michael Cairo, Andrea Huffman, Judith King, Jan Kolenda, Laurence Levine, Don Parchment, Gloria Pierce, Lynda Sauls, Steve Romero, Felix Torres, Felix Daniel Torres & Brooke Trace. Studio 18 in the Pines, 7-9pm; ppines.com

Keep the festive feeling in the air going by joining us for the Winter White & Silver Dinner Dance! The first dinner dance of the year is always a fancy one; so come and dance the night away in your Winter White finery. Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed man and woman! Visit the Activities Desk to sign up and pay for reservations. The Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus, 5:30-9pm; ppines.com

MIAMI CITY BALLET: PROGRAM TWO

Willie Stewart, former Third Word drummer, leads a vibrant musical ensemble composed of musicians and vocalists celebrating the rhythms of Africa that have influences cultures throughout the world. Joining them on stage will be a select group of students from Somerset Academy who will showcase their talents alongside their mentors. Miramar Cultural Center Theater, 3pm and 8pm; miramarculturalcenter.org

Circus Polka: To celebrate the great composer at New York City Ballet’s famous Stravinsky Festival in 1972, Jerome Robbins concocted this enchanting pièce d’occasion for dozens of little girls in pink, green and blue. The Cage: A fierce community of creatures practice a ritual of murder by a female novice, driven by the community’s relentless Queen. Savage, ferocious, The Cage is like no other ballet, yet Robbins himself drew the connection to the second act of Giselle. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 8pm; browardcenter.org

FEBRUARY 2

FEBRUARY 6

JANUARY 28

FEBRUARY 1

LANA DEL REY

BENISE: SPANISH NIGHTS

RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

JAZZ IN THE PINES

Lana Del Rey will be taking her new album, Lust For Life, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, on the road for a highly-anticipated 24-date tour and will stop at BB&T Center on February 1, 2018. She will be accompanied on tour by very special guest Kali Uchis. BB&T Center, 8pm; bbtcenter.com

Rarely is an artist capable of touching the hearts and souls of people of all ages, cultures, and diverse musical backgrounds as guitar virtuoso Benise. In Spanish Nights, Benise takes us on an unprecedented and epic world music and dance adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Argentine Tango, Indian Bollywood, Parisian Waltz and African drumming! A concert perfect for family that is magical and inspiring for all! Dodge City Center Pembroke Pines, 8pm; pembrokepinescitycenter.org

For the first time ever, RAIN will bring the historic album to life in its entirety for this psychedelic multimedia spectacular in addition to all your early favorites! This mind blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to seeing the Beatles. Experience the world's’ most iconic band and come celebrate 50 years of Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with RAIN—A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES. Dodge City Center Pembroke Pines, 8pm; pembrokepinescitycenter.org

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FEBRUARY 14

The City of Pembroke Pines free Jazz in the Pines Concert Series features 9 Jazz Concerts on Sunday afternoons once a month throughout the year. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Jazz. William B. Armstrong Park, 1700 Dykes Road, 3-5pm; ppines.com

FEBRUARY 10

CITY OF KINDNESS EVENT The City of Pembroke Pines and the School Board of Broward County invite families and friends to participate in a City of Kindness Event: Kindness/ Forgiveness/Compassion on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Walter C. Young Middle School , 901 NW 129th Avenue. Held during lunchtime residents are encouraged to pack a picnic lunch and fully invest themselves in the spirit of peace day beginning with a Community Peace Meal Picnic, musical entertainment, the presentation of a Peace Pole and finally the creation of a Human Peace Sign. 11am-2pm; ppines.com

CANDICE GUARDINO'S ITALIAN BRED

RESIDENT ARTIST

AMOR EN SALSA-BOLERO

After Rave Reviews and Sold Out shows in NYC, LA, Chicago & NJ Candice’s Italian Bred Comedy comes to Miramar! A hilarious journey that is based on true life events and told through the eyes of a little girl growing up Italian on the East Coast. Candice slips in and out of multiple family characters while sharing the stage with virtual cameos. A new take on solo shows is exactly what Candice does and it's not to be missed. Miramar Cultural Center Theater, 2pm; miramarculturalcenter.org

I'll Take Romance: Florida Grand Opera Valentine In its inaugural concert at the Miramar Cultural Center, Florida Grand Opera is proud to present its Studio Artists in Concert, celebrating love with favorite songs, arias and ensembles for Broadway and opera. Discover how fast love can grow in the company of Giacomo Puccini, Gilbert and Sullivan, Jerome Kern, and many others. Miramar Cultural Center Theater, 7:30pm; miramarculturalcenter.org

Come and celebrate Valentine’s Day with Oscar D’ Leon from Venezuela, The Princess of Salsa “India” & from Puerto Rico the Legend Andy Montañez. A night of Salsa & Boleros. Dodge City Center Pembroke Pines, 7pm; pembrokepinescitycenter.org

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COMMUNITY NEWS

SWIMMING LESSONS REGISTRATION The City of Pembroke Pines offers swimming lessons for people of every age. Registration begins on March 5, 2018 at the City of Pembroke Pines Towngate Park 901 N.W. 155th Avenue. Register any Monday through Thursday from 12:00 noon until 4:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Swimming lessons are taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors (WSI) at three Pembroke Pines locations: Pembroke Lakes Tennis and Aquatics Center, 10500 Taft Street, Price Park Pool, 901 NW 208th Avenue and/or Towngate Pool, 901, N.W. 155th Avenue. Session Fees: Pembroke Pines residents $45.00 and $57.00 non-residents. Questions about swimming lessons? Please call 954.450.6895.

TASTE OF PINES MOVES TO NEW LOCATION Taste of Pines offers participants the opportunity to sample some of the best food Pembroke Pines and surrounding areas has to offer in a fun atmosphere. It will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2018, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way. All inclusive tickets -- Pre-sale are $25 (13 and older per person) and $15 (12 and under). On day of the event tickets will be $30 (13 and older) and $15 (12 and under). All proceeds from this event benefit the City of Pembroke Pines Charter School System. For more information, please call 954-392-2116.

GARDENING GREATS FOR 2018

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU IN MIRAMAR

Grab your gardening gear and get your yards in shape to enter the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award before the application deadline on April 12, 2018. The Award was created in memory of Natalie Belmonte , a well-known resident, business woman and naturelover, who tragically lost her life in July of 2011. Five Pembroke Pines yards will be selected, one yard from each City Commission District and one at-large yard. Yards will be judged by the Environmental Advisory Board on five components including Butterfly (the preservation of all stages of a butterfly’s life), Design and Function, Maintenance, Florida Friendly Value and Use of Hardscapes. Details of each component and applications are available at the City Clerk’s office in City Hall or by downloading the application from the City’s website.

The start of a new year provides a great opportunity to change eating habits to improve our health. Chef Sharon from Blue Tree Café and Registered Dietitian Lucette Talamas will guide participants through a fun culinary adventure at the Miramar Community Garden on January 20 from 11 am - 1 pm. Come learn new recipes and gain the confidence to make healthy meals at home. Program includes a relaxing meditation experience.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Snowfest Draws Pines Community

OLLOWING A WEATHER ALERT FROM THE CITY of Pembroke Pines, Santa Claus and his Elves were greeted by cheers from thousands of people who came to the Charles F. Dodge City Center located at 601 City Center Way in Pembroke Pines for the Annual SnowFest and Lighting Ceremony. Nearly 5,000 people, including Santa Claus enjoyed the significant drop in temperature, which kept mountains of snow, 75 tons to be exact, from melting and insured the happy faces of children who enjoyed free rides, holiday activities, prizes, visits with Santa and snow flurries. The Annual SnowFest event was packed with children’s favorite things including Reindeer Food, Mrs. Claus Kitchen Trail Mix, a Melted Snowmen Station, Santa’s Toy Lab, Santa’s Toy Shop, Polar Express Train, Foto-laughs, Stilt walkers, Pictures with Santa, a Holiday Polar Bear Art Project, Holiday Photo Areas, North and South Pole Snow Mountains and the SING Holiday Mashup Show presented by Superstar Productions. In addition to holiday music and entertainment, guests enjoyed the holiday programs presented by the talented students from the City of Pembroke Pines Charter School - Central Campus, East Campus, FSU Campus, and the PPC High School Ladies of Essence Step Team, Pines Lakes Elementary, Silver Palm Elementary, Thrive Performing Arts, West Side Dance Studio, Somerset Academy, South Florida Cloggers, Broadway Kids Holiday Show, McArthur High Express the Arts Dancers, and Emily Kaufman and Preston Howell. “This year’s SnowFest and Lighting Ceremony was a magical beginning to the holiday season for so many people,” who took photos in front of our new 35’ Holiday Tree,” said Francie Novo, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. “Our City Center Plaza has beautiful decorations, and is a magical l place to visit and take photos during the holiday season.”

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SCHOOL NEWS

Students Raise Funds for Honor Flight Program

T 1:00 P.M. ON DECEMBER 7, 2017 (Pearl Harbor Day), members of the Pembroke Pines Charter High School Student Government Association participated in the Fourth Annual Dollar Dash to fund Honor Flight trips for United States Military Veterans. Students carrying donation buckets, dash into each department at the Pembroke Pines Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way, asking employees to make a donation to fund the Honor Flight Program for America's WWII Veterans. Donations collected by the PPCHS SGA Dollar Dash will cover expenses for Veterans to make a daytrip to visit the Military Memorials in Washington D.C. Honor Flight is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to transport America’s Veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit/tour the United States Veterans Military Memorials created to honor their service and sacrifice. “The Dollar Dash helps fund a day trip to Washington, D.C. for our Veterans to tour our Veteran Memorials which recognize and honor their service and sacrifice and those who never returned home,” said Andrew Curry, Pembroke Pines Charter High School’s Student Government Association adviser and AICE International History, AICE U.S. History, and Leadership Development teacher. The PPCHS SGA Third Annual Dollar Dash held in January 2017 raised $2,797,

up from $700 in 2016. Honor Flight South Florida began in 2012. Since that time over 600 local WWII Veterans have taken, an Honor Flight and hundreds of World War II Veterans have visited local schools as guest speakers. WWII Veterans bring a unique life experience to the classroom, the students learn from those who have lived World History.

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SPOTLIGHT EVENT

Pines Light Up the Night

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the Night 5K Run 2018 being held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at the Charles F. Dodge City Center located at 601 City Center Way. The new year is a great time to enter a 5K run for the first time or take part in one for a good cause. Sponsored by Davis Electric, the proceeds from the 5K run will benefit the City of Pembroke Pines Charter Schools. Pre-registration is available online. Runners will receive a RUN/LED Light changing bracelet, free T-shirt or razor tank. There will be festivities after the run, including a DJ, Food Trucks, free dessert samples, and much more. For more information, please call 954-435-6759 or email trichards@ppines.com.

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When Dr. Oz says it’s his favorite food you better sit up and take notice. The TV doc and health expert has been spouting the benefits of broccoli for years, even citing broccoli sprouts as the new kale for 2018, telling fans that it contains 10-to-100-times the cancer-fighting compounds of “adult” broccoli.

GET TECHNO W/ YOUR SLEEP.

Sure, shutting down your smartphones are a key to restful sleep but what if those same devices could enhance your nighttime benefits? Smart mattresses can now analyze REM cycles, wake you at the optimal time and cool your bed down for the perfect sleep climate. For those looking for a less pricey alternative, apps like SleepBot can give you the info you crave.

HEAD OUTSIDE.

GOOGLE MORINGA.

Soak up that Vitamin D in order to fight everything from the flu to heart disease, reduce depression (a study found Vitamin D deficiency was more common in people who were experiencing anxiety and depression) and even boost weight loss.

Forget turmeric, the word on health influencer’s lips in 2018 is moringa. Eaten by ancient Greeks and Romans, the leaves have been used for centuries in medicine and are rich in antioxidants. Look for it to show up in everything from nutrition bars to juices and kombucha. Even the oil is beginning to make an appearance in beauty products.

HACK YOUR DNA.

Deep dive into your own heritage with kits from Ancestry. com and 23andMe. With just a simple saliva sample, lab experts can email you information on your ancestry composition and genetic health risks. Some companies can even connect you to long lost relatives and deliver wellness reports on everything from sweet vs. salty preferences to lactose intolerance and, yes, a unibrow.

TRY THAI.

EMBRACE TRANSPARENCY.

From calorie labels to GMOs and Fair Trade certifications, companies are now more transparent than ever with what they’re putting on the shelves. Whole Foods has committed to making sure all products are tracked to sustainable sources, while 7-11 is offering sustainable coffee and even McDonald's is planning to grow their sustainably sourced product list.

TURN IT UP.

Download some good advice with the help of podcasts. East to listen to (in the car, while you work out, on your Echo...) podcasts are a simple way to ingest health advice while on the go. Look inward with Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations, learn about health and wellness via interviews by Jordan Younger on Soul On Fire or let Shaun T. of Insanity fame encourage your physical fitness on Trust and Believe.

With dishes that inspire scientific study, Thai cuisine brings health benefits via fresh herbs and spices such as turmeric, galangal, coriander, lemongrass, and fresh chilies and pass on immune-boosting and disease-fighting power. Lemongrass, in particular can help with flus and colds, fevers, headache and arthritis. Try Atchana’s East/ West Kitchen for a local Thai kick.

GIVE YOUR GUT SOME LOVE.

If you haven’t yet dived in to the world of Kombucha, expect to be inundated in 2018. The gut-friendly beverage, made up of fermented tea, is bigger and better than ever, with small-batch brewers and big-name companies competing for shelf space at your local grocery store.

JUST DISCONNECT.

While tech can make our lives easier, it can also add a lot of unwanted stress. 2018 brings the evolution of the disconnect, with restaurants and clubs enlisting a “No Phone” policy and hotels bragging about their lack of Wi-Fi to solace-seeking travelers. Head over to Hipcamp.com to find and book unique experiences on ranches, nature preserves, farms, vineyards, and public campgrounds across the U.S.

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TOSS THOSE CHEMICALS.

2018 is all about ingredients and that means everything from food to beauty. With more and more small brands popping up to tout natural and organic ingredients it’s easier than ever to cut down the chemicals and pick up healthy alternatives to skincare and makeup everywhere from Target to Sephora.

PUT DOWN THE FORK.

Intermittent fasting isn’t going anywhere, with the trend kicking up in 2018 thanks to growing research that it can improve long- and short-term health. Scientists are debunking the myth that it’s just about weight loss by proving benefits such as improved digestion and a reduction in inflammation.

JUST SAY OM.

It’s easier than ever to reap the benefits of mindfulness and meditation. The Calm app offers users guided meditations for every level, relaxing music options and even sleep stories to help keep insomnia at bay, while Innergy meditation studio on Miami Beach lets stressed South Floridians drop in for classes at their will.

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Just months ago, Brooks Running Company announced a partnership with HP Inc. and Superfeet to introduce the first performance running shoe created based on an individual’s unique biomechanics. Available via special order, the shoes will work off of 3D foot scans to combine foot pressure measurements, movement analysis of the runner’s joints, and personal experience preferences.

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They say real beauty is on the inside, so it makes sense that beauty powders would take flight with the forever young. Companies like The Beauty Chef, Moon Juice and HUM are packing powders and dusts that dissolve into tea and water and promise a true glow from within.

FIND YOUR GROUP.

Ranking at #2 on the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) annual survey of worldwide fitness trends, group training is the perfect option for fitness enthusiasts who need a little support and accountability with their workout. Try Zumba (offered at many local community centers and dance studios) or a HIIT class for your group fix.

RETHINK YOUR YOGA.

Sure, traditional forms of the age-old discipline are still popular, but extreme yoga classes like beer yoga (yes, poses involve “beer salutations”), naked yoga (you get the picture) and cat yoga are becoming less gimmick and more the norm.

CLEAR YOUR AIR.

A Pinterest analysis of 2017 saw a 270 percent increase in “saves” for air purifiers and air purifying plants. Looking to jump in? Though there is little scientific evidence the purifiers improve general health, it has been shown that breathing polluted air can exacerbate asthma, allergies, heart disease, and other medical conditions. Look for garden mums, spider plants and focus among others.

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Resolution Realization: 7 Diet Apps for Slimdown Success in New Year BY MERILEE KERN, EXECUTIVE EDITOR OF “THE LUXE LIST”

VEN THE MOST WELLintentioned New Year’s Resolution can quickly become nothing more than a fond memory if you do not have a solid plan in place to keep you motivated and on track. Recent high-profile reports cite the downright sobering statistic that fully 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. If weight-loss is on your list of resolutions for 2018, you’ll definitely want to check out the seven apps below. Have a plan, work that plan, and let these apps help you successfully hit your goals, stick to that resolution and even earn some cash in the process!

FATSECRET

This 100 percent free app is packed with tools, including food and exercise diaries, healthy recipes, and nutritional info for just about any food item you can think, to help you achieve your diet goals. With over 35 million users, it’s easy to see why they claim to be the fastest and easiest calorie counting app around.

LOSEIT!

This food tracking app has both free and paid levels, depending on how much functionality you want to access within the app. In addition to food and exercise tracking, LoseIt! syncs with Apple Health, Google Fit, and provides support for wifi scale connections. At the premium level, you can also sync with fitness trackers and apps, track your daily water consumption, and access a library of meal plans, recipes, and workouts.

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This app actually pays you to lose weight! With the HealthyWage app, you determine how much weight you want to lose, how long you want to take to lose it, and how much you want to wager each month. If you successfully reach your goal by the end date of your challenge, you win your prize. Participants have collectively lost over 1 million pounds and gained over $10,000,000 since company’s inception.

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With the Daily Burn app, you can access over 800 streaming workouts from your smartphone so that you can get your workout on no matter where you are. The app features many different styles of workouts at a variety of different levels, all led by expert trainers. Additionally, by answering a few simple questions, you’ll receive personalized recommendations to help you achieve your custom fitness goals.

This free app offers a plethora of built-in tools to help you achieve your diet, health, and fitness goals. These tools include a health (food and activity) tracker, a extensive database of nutritional info, a popular discussion forum, and articles to both educate and motivate you.

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For just $48 per month, the Rise app pairs users with an expert nutritionist who will work with you one-on-one to achieve your goals. From providing feedback on the meals you eat to offering new workout ideas and celebrating your successes, your Rise nutritionist acts as your very own healthy eating coach in the palm of your hand.

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Many people rely on menu planning as a secret to their weight-loss success, but it can take a lot of time and creativity. PlateJoy eases that burden by preparing fully customized menu plans and grocery lists tailored to your specific health goals for just $59 per 6-month subscription. Accessing your plans through their app adds just another level of convenience when your at home or on the go.

With apps like these, your weight-loss success could be just a download away. As long as you’re willing to put in the work, they’ll deliver the support, motivation, or inspiration you need to hit your diet goals. Health advocate, former fitness champion and author Merilee Kern, Executive Editor of “The Luxe List” International News Syndicate, is a lifestyle, tech, consumer goods expert who reports on noteworthy products, services, destinations and events at all price points – from the highly affordable to the luxury extreme.

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Which Fitness Trends to Leave Behind in 2018 and Which Ones to Embrace

ITNESS MAY BE SOMETHING THAT STAYS consistent, but the trends surrounding it tend to change with the times. Gone are the popular days of the hula hoop, vibration belts, and Jane Fonda home workouts. There are new fitness trends that emerge in their places and ones that we should embrace in order to get the most out of striving to reach and maintain our fitness goals. Knowing which ones to leave behind and which ones to embrace can make a big difference in helping people be active in 2018. “Just because it’s a fitness trend doesn’t mean that it’s healthy or something that will help you reach your goals,” explains Coach Sarah Walls, personal trainer and owner of SAPT Strength & Performance Training, Inc., who is also the strength and conditioning coach for the WNBA Washington Mystics. “Oftentimes, the fitness trends should be left behind and people need to stick to the basics, which usually remain constant over time. These will help you stay focused and get fit.” Millions of people make fitness goals when the New Year rolls in, but within a month the vast majority tend to abandon them. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that only around 21 percent of adults get the recommended amount of physical activity, which is around 150 minutes per week. This is concerning to health professionals, because the benefits of being physically active are well documented. According to the CDC, they include tending to live longer, as well as having lower risks for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, and some cancers.

Walls has seen the fitness trends come and go over the years as she works with people to help them meet their goals. Being in such a position, she knows what works, what doesn’t, and what people can do to be more effective at reaching and maintaining their fitness goals. Here are the top fitness trends she recommends be left behind and embraced for 2018: »» Stop calling an exercise session "working out.” Change your mind frame to training. Going for a "workout" is a single session, and standing alone, it accomplishes nothing. Phrasing a single session as part of your training implies this is one bit of a much larger goal/plan. »» Stop being afraid of getting strong. Strength is never a weakness, and in the broader scheme of things will allow you to age gracefully and reduce injuries over your lifetime. In the short term, strength training will keep you healthy, fit, and looking (often decades) younger than you actually are. »» Stop focusing on setting only superficial goals. Try to link goal setting to deep, meaningful achievements. Getting in shape for a wedding is fine, but should not be the endpoint, rather it's just the first milestone on a lifetime of health and wellness. »» Stop following fitness trends. Instead, keep an eye on trends, and add in new activities to spice up your regular routine that should be composed of tried and true activities, such as strength training with free weights, aerobic activity, etc. »» Embrace a goal of competing in something.

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Committing to a competition of some kind is a great way to supercharge your motivation and consistency. Find something that interests you, such as a 5K, marathon, rock climbing, tennis tournament, etc. »» Embrace consistency. One of the biggest hurdles to obtaining fitness is being consistent with your efforts. It’s important to hold yourself accountable so that you continue your efforts for the whole year, not just the first couple of weeks of the year. »» Embrace the idea of taking care of yourself. Many people say they don’t exercise because they don’t have the time. Putting your health and fitness first is crucial. When you are at your best, you will be better at everything else you do in life. Prioritize your tasks and don’t waver from taking care of you first. »» Embrace the idea of finding something you enjoy doing. There are millions of people who say they find exercise to be boring. In all likelihood it’s because they haven’t found what they enjoy. Try different types of physical activity until you find things that you actually enjoy, so you will stick with it. “There are other things that people may be doing that they know they need to leave behind or embrace. This is the time to get honest with yourself,” says Walls. “You can make 2018 the year you reach your fitness goals. It’s all a matter of making the commitment and seeing it through. There’s no trend or gimmick that will help you with that. Only committing to real activity and attainable goals will do that.”

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ARY HIRSCH, OWNER OF SEVERAL Orangetheory locations believes in the mission, vision and values that the Orange Nation has inspired worldwide. The workout is different everyday. The program, based around group training that includes treadmills, WaterRowers and floor equipment including dumbbells, benches, TRX suspension trainers, medicine balls, BOSU trainers and Ab Dolly’s, has created a revolutionary approach to optimal fitness that delivers extraordinary results. So what is it all about?

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“We provide participants with a heart rate monitor upon arrival to class. The optimal percentage of your maximum heart rate is shown on large TV's throughout the studio, which helps the coach personalize your workout. Our goal is to get students working at 84 percent or more of their maximum heart rate for at least 12 minutes. Heart rate based interval training is proven to burn more postworkout," says Clara Assael, Head Coach at the Pembroke Pines location.

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FROM THE MAYOR

Hello Miramar! BY MAYOR WAYNE M. MESSAM, CITY OF MIRAMAR

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EBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH AND IS THE TIME the nation pauses to recognize the many contributions African Americans have made to the United States of America. Because of Black History Month, many Americans have come to learn that African Americans were instrumental in building this nation in every aspect of society despite being brought to America involuntarily as slaves. Accomplishments include many inventions, contributions to science, urbanization and many more. I take this opportunity to invite Miramarians to consider taking a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) to learn more about Black History and what it truly means. This Smithsonian Museum has the world’s largest collection of exhibits and artifacts that document the journey of African Americans in this country, how Blacks endured slavery, the Jim Crow Era, the Civil Rights Struggle all while contributing to society which has led to America as we know it today. To learn more about the NMAAHC, visit their website at www.nmaahc.si.edu In Miramar we also pause to recognize Black History Month. Shirley Branca Park will host a concert on February 3 from 6 – 9 with Regina Bell, Case, Deep Fried Funk and hosted by Tamara G. We invite all residents to join us for this event. Our police department has created an annual scholarship program called Hoops for Hope where basketball teams comprised of our City Youth compete for various prizes with the main goal of proceeds benefitting education. Youth from one of my initiative programs, My Brother’s Keeper, will participate as well. This takes place on Feb. 9th from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Vernon E. Hargray Youth Enrichment Center, please stop by and support the effort. Coming up in March is my Annual 3K Run/Walk, Health and Yoga Fair. It is a wonderful opportunity to kick off a fitness program, continue if you’ve already started or just get out with the family and make new friends. Over 1200 residents and visitors will attend participating in cooking demonstrations, light exercise demonstrations and this year we will add a professional body building showcase. This event takes place on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Lady Angela and I wish you and your family a very special Valentine’s Day on February 14th. Please remember all your loved ones. I look forward to seeing you at any or all of the upcoming events in our great City. Enjoy! Yours in Service,

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OLIDAY SHOPPING MAY BE OVER BUT MANY OF YOU regularly buy items via online local services. To ensure you are safe during in-person sales transactions, please take advantage of the ‘Safe Deal Zones’ at our East and West Police Stations, and conduct your business in a well-lit and camera monitored location. If you'd like to arrange a meet-up when the front lobbies are staffed - the East Headquarters lobby, located at 9500 Pines Boulevard, is staffed each day from 7 a.m. to midnight. The West Substation lobby, located at 18400 Johnson Street, is staffed Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A recent ordinance passed by the City Commission made these Police stations “Zachary Finch Safe Deal Zones.” These zones were named in honor of Pembroke Pines Resident Zachary Finch who tragically lost his life in June 2017 while responding to a Craigslist ad online in North Carolina. In this new year, let’s all try to lean on the side of kindness. The City of Pembroke Pines and the School Board of Broward County invite families and friends to participate in a City of Kindness Event: Kindness/ Forgiveness/Compassion on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Walter C. Young Middle School, 901 NW 129th Avenue. Held during lunchtime, residents are encouraged to pack a picnic lunch and fully invest themselves in the spirit of peace day beginning with a Community Peace Meal Picnic, musical entertainment, the presentation of a Peace Pole and finally the creation of a Human Peace Sign. Families are encouraged to decorate their picnic areas with decorative picnic blankets and baskets and tag their kind deeds on social media with #PinesisKind. To pledge your kindness promise and learn about the kind movement please visit cityofkindness.org . Another exciting event is almost upon us. Please join us at our new location for The Taste of Pines Annual Event. Participants will have the opportunity to taste the best of local restaurants offering sample cuisine, desserts and wine, dancing and live music. This event will be on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way. For more information please contact our Recreation and Cultural Arts Department at 954-392-2116. Be sure to mark your calendars for another upcoming event which has become a tradition for many. For 20 years, residents of Pembroke Pines and from throughout the surrounding areas have enjoyed the annual Arts Festival. This year, it’s more spectacular than ever. The 20th Annual Art Fest which will take place March 10 and 11, 2018 at the new Charles F. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way. For more information about the upcoming Arts Festival, please keep checking our newly designed website at ppines.com. And one more quick reminder to begin working on your gardens if you’d like to enter the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award before the application deadline on April 12, 2018. Yards will be judged by the Environmental Advisory Board on five components including Butterfly (the preservation of all stages of a butterfly’s life), Design and Function, Maintenance, Florida Friendly Value and Use of Hardscapes. Details of each component and applications are available at the City Clerk’s office in City Hall or by downloading the application from the City’s website at ppines.com and click on the Environmental Advisory Board page. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020, or by email at fortis@ppines.com. Wishing you all a great, safe and prosperous new year! From your Mayor,

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Dwyer’s work with Living Hope Haiti was solidified further when she traveled to the country to see firsthand how the organization’s work is changing lives. “It is overwhelming to see how little people have in a country so close to us,” says Dwyer. “But to see people who are truly to helping those they have never met, and to see it changing lives for the better, is exciting.” One example? After seeing that communities were cut off from basic needs such as schools and markets during rainy season due to the high river, a team from LHH built a bridge using local resources and townspeople to do the work. “Now, during the rainy season, people can get safely from one side to the other to continue selling their goods at the market and allowing children to go to school,” she says. “Donated funds built a bridge that is saving lives.”

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Another focus of Dwyer’s passion are local public schools, where she has worked to initiate and evolve programs from elementary to high school and to be inclusive of all children no matter their physical, mental or emotional limitations. “I’m proud when I see children happily enjoying things that I was a part of creating,” says Dwyer. “To see children proudly wearing spirit wear that we created, thoroughly enjoying an event, using supplies for which we fundraised, learning in classrooms that our advocacy fought to receive... all of these things and more make me proud.”

GETTING INVOLVED

Though it may not seem easy, Dwyer says the first step in helping others is actually very simple. “Jump in and help! Don’t wait to be asked,” she advises. “Contact whatever group that appeals to your heart and ask ‘What do you need?’ If you find a group that can be trusted, giving $5 a month can literally change lives. In America, with our excess of everything, it’s hard to remember that even in our community, children are in need.” Beyond money, Dwyer says giving anything from time to talent can not only make a difference in others’ lives but in your own as well. “It’s a win-win. Give of yourself and the joy you receive will far outweigh your sacrifices. Try it out. You’ll see that I’m right.”

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ODERN ADVANCES IN VETERINARY MEDICAL technology and procedures such as dialysis, interventional cardiology, chemotherapy, CT scans and MRI studies, among others, have lead to an increase in the medical care cost for pets. The expectation that the cost of these sophisticated procedures and equipment should be less than in human medicine because “they’re just animals” is unrealistic. With the increase in the sophistication of veterinary medicine also comes an increase in the success of treatments and in the life expectancy of our pets. On the other hand, the cost of preventive care such as annual exams, vaccines and intestinal parasite evaluation is an affordable and fixed cost that can be planned for ahead of time. What can be difficult to afford are the unexpected medical conditions that pets develop over their lifetimes, such as bone fractures, chronic renal disease, pancreatitis, cancer, and many others. This is when pet health insurance should be considered; for unexpected catastrophic medical conditions only. Pet health insurance is not designed to save money for routine preventive care as many pet owners might think, since in that case you may find yourself investing in premiums that are higher than the financial return you are getting from the insurance. Pet health insurance plans are great. They have many advantages when compared to health insurance for humans. Pet owners can choose any veterinary clinician or board certified specialist anywhere in the country. They are not limited to a provider network. In addition, the insurance company does not dictate the medical treatments a clinician should follow for each specific patient. Claims are paid much quicker as well. When ready to choose a pet insurance you should do some homework though. Do not make the mistake of just choosing the insurance based on the amount of monthly premium to be paid. The cost of these premiums depend partially on factors you cannot control (breed/age of the pet and the geographical area where you live), and on some factors that you can control such as the amount of coverage you want, and the deductible you are interested in. Choose a pet insurance plan taking into consideration your pet’s potential medical needs in the future: for example the cost of an emergency gastrostomy if your dog or cat is known to swallow foreign bodies frequently, or the cost for orthopedic surgery to repair a fractured bone if your pet tends to escape under the fence and is hit by a car. Always request the list of conditions not covered by the insurance plan that you are looking into. Finally, do not confuse a “wellness plan” offered by a veterinary facility with an insurance plan. These wellness plans are for routine preventive care, and they obligate you to get all the medical services within that particular facility or corporate hospital. Another disadvantage of the wellness plans is that they offer a preventive care schedule that is standard for every animal, without taking into consideration the specific needs required by each individual pet. If you are able to pay out of pocket for the management of your pet’s unexpected medical conditions, then a pet insurance plan is not for you. However, if you are like most pet owners, and require financial assistance to afford 21st century medical care for your pet, then an insurance plan adequate for your pet needs is a must. If the commitment to pay a monthly pet health plan premium is difficult for you, then consider other options. Now you can finance the cost of treatment for a specific health condition through veterinary-specific financing programs, or may be a basic savings plan for your pet’s unexpected medical conditions might be what is best for you. Left behind are the days when a beloved pet had to be euthanized due to an inability to afford treatment for a medical condition that can be successfully managed. As soon as you welcome a new pet to your life, consider acquiring a pet insurance plan, while your pet is healthy and there are no pre existing medical conditions; you will be glad you did. Dr Marta Sanchez-Emden is the founder of the Animal Health and Rehab Center in South Miami. She has been practicing Veterinary Medicine in Miami for over 20 years. As a Certified Veterinary Journalist, she is the resident veterinarian for various national TV shows. She authored the book “CHIHUAHUAS: How to Be Your Dog’s Best Friend,” available on Amazon. Follow her at youtube.com/ahrcvet, Facebook.com/dr.sanchezemden, Twitter @DrMartavet, and www.animalhealthrehab.com. To Advertise in Miramar/Pembroke Pines City News, Please call 954-851-5056

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