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June/July 2015

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Probiotics: Look Close before You Dose

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Tribal Beach Bling Bold Gold An exploration of CoolSculpting, a procedure that freezes your fat away.

The Riviera A closer look at “good” bacteria-laden foods.

Learn why the Old Order Amish have the lowest obesity rate in America.

Five techniques to build up your biceps.

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Runway

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An evolving Chicago-based fashion designer connects beauty and imperfection in ethereal designs.

Contents Greens Worship America’s love affair with edible greens.

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The Authoritative Guide to Beauty, Health & Fitness Publishers Kymberly B. Taylor Robert E. Haywood Creative Director Ryan Gladhill Senior Designer Samantha Gladhill Contributing Photographers Angie Myers Melissa Barrick Contributing Writers Hayley Bowerman Ann Tochterman Seta S. T. Bridges Copy Editor Katie Pierce Vice Presidents, Marketing & Business Development Taryn Chase Mia Cranford

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We have found something exciting during the conception of this issue: unofficially, the shape of the food pyramid is shifting. This national icon is being questioned, revisited, and tested even as I write this note. Health and food have never been so interconnected; traditional boundaries between food groups are dissolving. Our story on greens worship places these leafy powerhouses near the top of the pyramid, rather than the standard lower fourth, because many experts now suggest much more than the two to three daily servings recommended by the FDA. An article on probiotics examines the new thinking on bacteria.

Once bacteria of any kind was feared or left to scientists to synthesize into medicines. Today, “good” bacteria are being singled out, cultivated, and ingested in many ways. The Amish eat a little bit of everything, including the decadent shoofly pie, yet have just a 3 percent obesity rate, compared to America’s whopping 31 percent. The field is exploding with new findings and research, changing how we think about food and what we put into our bodies and prompting us to live happier and healthier lives. Another exciting discovery is the fashion design of Agnes Hamerlik, an evolving designer in Chicago, recently featured during New York Fashion Week. Her clothing is diaphanous, formfitting, and shape-shifting as well, challenging conventional notions of what indeed is beautiful: Is it strength? The body? The clothing that connects the two? Read on and know that we welcome your thoughts.

In health, Kymberly Taylor & Robert Haywood, Publishers, and all of us at LOOKING GOOD kymberly@annapolishomemag.com

COVER TREND TRIBAL BLING This season’s summer trend is dressing up your bathing suit with chunky dramatic jewelry. Necklaces and bracelets made from natural materials and in tribal patterns work well, especially if your bathing suit is a solid color. Add a bit of eyeliner and release your inner “Jane.” Or, throw on a cover-up and visit the nearest cafe.

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Can CoolSculpting Freeze My Fat Away?

BY HAYLEY BOWERMAN

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With the summer season suddenly upon us, there’s a problem many people face: that stubborn area of loose, flabby skin that does not go away. Fifteen years ago, options for fat removal were limited mainly to surgical procedures; today, however, there is a new fat removal procedure on the block called CoolSculpting—and it doesn’t involve surgery or any downtime on behalf of the patient. Since its introduction in 2012 the procedure has generated lots of industry buzz. In general, it works best on patients who are close to their goal weight.

CoolSculpting utilizes the principles of cryolipolysis—fat cells are cooled to near freezing, die, and over several months are absorbed and eliminated by the body. Dr. Mathew Avram, director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology Laser and Cosmetic Center and assistant professor of dermatology and faculty director for procedural training at Harvard Medical School, explains, “CoolSculpting targets and cools fat cells to temperatures that trigger their natural death. Importantly, because lipids and fats crystallize faster than normal cells, there is no damage to nerves or other tissue. Over the weeks and months, fats cells shrink and begin to die, as the patient’s own body metabolizes them and naturally eliminates them. The overall fat layer is visibly reduced.”

The procedure is relatively simple, quick, and affordable. The patient reclines and, for about an hour, a small machine (it looks and sounds much like a miniature vacuum) cools the skin in the targeted area. Each session typically begins at around $700, though usually two are needed for a 20 percent fat reduction in a specific area, notes Boston dermatologist Jeffrey Dover, chair of the scientific advisory board of Zeltiq, the California-based company pioneering CoolSculpting.

One common misconception is that CoolSculpting can help with weight loss.

While it is effective at reducing the number of fat cells in a small area, Dr. Daniel Laughlin, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Annapolis, warns that CoolSculpting is not for patients who are severely obese. “CoolSculpting is a tool to sculpt the body to improve areas of stubborn fat that don’t respond to diet or exercise. It’s good for patients who have just a little problem area of fat,” he says.

The best candidate for CoolSculpting, according to Dr. Lee Kleiman, director of Severn River ENT Plastic and Laser Surgery, is someone who is near their ideal body weight. “It’s meant for someone who is 10 lbs or so overweight, someone who has a little extra rim of fat that needs one last degree of contouring,” he states. “If you’re just severely overweight and you have major contouring issues, then cryolipolysis is not the solution for you. If you have mild to moderate contouring issues to resolve, those are the people that are going to have the best results.”

Two other cryolipolysis technologies currently exist, TruSculpt and Liposonix.

The jury is still out regarding which method is the most effective and there are varying opinions. Kleiman’s practice, which has offices in Severna Park and Annapolis, performs a procedure that combines TruSculpt with a technology called Viora. Viora is a cellulite reduction and skin tightening treatment meant to improve skin texture.

“CoolSculpting targets subcutaneous fat and not the skin. Regardless of age, the fat will be treated in the ideal candidate. Skin elasticity differs depending on one’s age, general health, and sun exposure history,” remarks Dr. Katina Miles, a boardcertified dermatologist at Skin Oasis Dermatology in Gambrills. “Inherent skin laxity may contribute to the skin not appearing as firm after the procedure. Those with thin and fragile skin may also have an increased risk for bruising.”

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Dr. Laughlin notes that with CoolSculpting, the goal with each patient’s skin is to have it snap right back into shape. “It’s not great for a patient who has a ton of stretch marks because it may not snap back. Once again, you’re only doing this for smaller areas [of skin],” he adds.

Since it was made available, one of CoolSculpting’s main selling points has been the fact that it’s completely noninvasive—meaning that no surgery or anesthesia is involved. But many people are still curious about any potential pain and side effects that can be caused by this relatively new procedure.

“Some may experience a slight discomfort during the first ten minutes as the skin is being cooled to the therapeutic temperature. During the last 50 minutes of the treatment, the skin is numb,” Dr. Miles elaborates. “After the procedure, the treatment area is massaged to enhance the breakdown and absorption of the fat. There is discomfort associated with this massaging process. Discomfort can last approximately one week but can be controlled with over-the-counter pain medication such as Tylenol.

Other side effects include bruising, skin redness, and temporary numbness.”

For those who don’t want a full liposuction treatment but are willing to tolerate a little bit of pain, the next level beyond cryolipolysis are minimally invasive treatments. These procedures, including SmartLipo, LipoLite, and SmoothLipo, involve small-scale surgery and a short recovery time.

Keep in mind that CoolSculpting should only be performed in the office of physicians and with a physician’s supervision. Most treatments are performed by licensed estheticians who have been specially trained and certified to use the machines. Highly skilled and experienced technicians are important, as the procedure is technique dependent. For the best experience, Looking Good recommends that you interview your practitioner. Find out how many procedures the candidate has performed, when and where they received their certification to use the machines, and ask to see before and after images. Whatever method you decide to use, consult a board-certified physician who will guide you and help you determine what procedures will help you reach your own personal goals.

Resources: Mathew M. Avram, MD, JD MGH Dermatology Laser and Cosmetic Center massgeneral.org/dermatology/ James E. Chappell, MD, FACS Annapolis Plastic Surgery annapolisplasticsurgery.com

Jeffrey S. Dover, MD, FRCPC SkinCare Physicians skincarephysicians.net

Daniel Laughlin, MD Plastic Surgery Specialists plasticsurgeryspec.com

Lee A. Kleiman, MD Severn River ENT kleimanmd.com

Katina B. Miles, MD Skin Oasis Dermatology skinoasisderm.com June/July 2015

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GRE ENS WORSHIP

By Kymberly Taylor

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It is hard to believe that just three decades ago, Brussels sprouts were not spoken of in polite company and kale consumed mainly by radicals. However, the lowly greens of yesterday have skyrocketed to glamour. Today, they are delicacies in the finest foodie restaurants and often referred to in mainstream media as superfoods. Researchers are breaking new ground in this still-uncharted leafy frontier, redefining America’s diet while noting the abilities of green vegetables to fight everything from aging to cancer. America is in love with greens. We marvel at their intricate seed patterns, miraculous make-up, and equate their self-propagating nature with hope and universal goodness.

CUCUMBERS Cucumbers are known to contain three important lignans—lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol. Research reveals that these may help reduce risk from several cancer types, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, and prostate cancer. Also, they rehydrate the body and replenish daily vitamins. Cucumbers are 95 percent water, so they keep the body hydrated while helping the body eliminate toxins.

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KALE Kale is consistently cited as one of the world’s healthiest foods. One cup of cooked kale has 34 calories, and over 1000 percent more vitamin C than a cup of cooked spinach. Unlike spinach, kale’s oxalate content is very low, which means that the calcium and iron in kale are highly absorbable in the digestive system. Also, the fiber, potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B6 content in kale all support heart health.

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DA N D E L I O N Today, one of the dandelion’s primary benefits is the way it supports liver function. Earlier this year, researchers found that dandelion leaf supplementation promoted healthy lipid profiles, reduced insulin resistance, and suppressed fat accumulation in the livers of mice. According to researchers, these benefits are likely due to its antioxidant content and ability to calm systemic redness and irritation.

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AVO C A D O S offer nearly twenty vitamins and minerals in every serving, including potassium (which helps control blood pressure), lutein (which is good for your eyes), and folate (which is crucial for cell repair and during pregnancy). Avocados are a good source of B vitamins, which help you fight off disease and infection. They also give you vitamins C and E, plus natural plant chemicals that may help prevent cancer.

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WAT E R C R E S S is one of the most excellent vegetable sources for vitamin K; 100 grams provides over 200 percent of daily recommended intake.

Adequate vitamin K levels in the diet help limit neuronal damage in the brain; and thus, it helps treat patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Also, vitamin K helps to form and strengthen bones.

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“10 Health Benefits of Avocados.” Eat This! Health Food and Nutrition. Health Diaries. April 22, 2008. www.healthdiaries.com.

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Bellatti, Andy. “Good Eats from around the Globe.” Today’s Dietitian. Vol. 12, no. 4 (April 2010): 38. www.todaysdietitian.com.

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“Cucumber Nutrition Facts.” Power Your Diet: Your Guide to Healthier Nutrition.

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Raw, Michelle. “Watercress Gets Perfect Score of 100 in Study That Ranks Foods

by Nutrient Levels.” Natural News: Natural Health News and Self Reliance. June 11, 2014. www.naturalnews.com/045520_watercress_nutrient_levels_food_ranking.html#ixzz3bIIJfwfS. “What Are the Health Benefits of Dandelion Root?” Global Healing Center: Natural Health and Organic Living blog. Last modified September 10, 2013. www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/health-benefits-of-dandelion-root/.

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PROBIOTICS Look Close before You Dose

BY HAYLEY BOWERMAN While browsing through items during your latest grocery store trip, you may notice a trend among products—the word “probiotics” is labeled on everything from granola bars and yogurt to pickles and chocolate. Probiotic foods, simply put, are foods that contain live and active bacterial cultures.

While “bacteria” can come across as a questionable ingredient, especially since some forms can be harmful (such as E. Coli or Salmonella), probiotic foods can offer an array of health benefits to the gut and digestive system.

However, even with all its health superpowers, doctors continue to advise that probiotics are not for everyone.

So, what are the pros and cons of consuming probiotic foods, and how can consumers determine whether they’ll work effectively for them?

Jacquelyn Stern, a registered dietitian and clinical nutritionist based in Annapolis, explains that probiotics create a balance between beneficial bacteria and pathogens, reducing inflammation in the gut. “They are typically used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes such diseases as Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. They are often used in people that have trouble with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). They do help protect immune systems and people are using them for the treatment of eczema and other conditions as well,” Stern notes.

However, Stern advises that in order for probiotic food to be an effective treatment, the probiotic must be strainand dose-specific. “Consumers should look at the amount of the bacteria on the label of a product and make sure it says the stated amount is guaranteed until the end of shelf life.” Stern suggests that ultimately, however, if someone tries a probiotic food and it doesn’t work, they should look more closely at the strain and amount.

With dozens of popular grocery items such as health drinks, milk, sour cream, salad dressing, and sourdough bread now labeled as containing probiotics, the kind of immediate health benefits consumers should expect vary.

Evan Jerkunica, founder of the probiotics research site probiotics.org, notes there are three strongly accepted groups of benefits to consuming probiotics, in food or capsule form, including digestive benefits, immunity benefits, and allergy benefits.

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Jerkunica came to probiotics by way of his own health journey. “In 2008, I had serious digestive issues, which would be later diagnosed as IBS. In 2009, I finally discovered probiotic supplementation, which massively improved my quality of life,” he states. With probiotics he had fewer episodes of constipation and diarrhea and much less bloating.

“But, just like with prescription medications, not all patients react the same, and everyone won’t experience the same exact benefit from probiotics.

For instance, I had five male friends with digestive issues, all fairly similar symptoms. They all took the same probiotic, and only four or five of them improved significantly,” notes Jerkunica.

Registered dietitian and nutritionist Heather Mangieri, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in Washington, D.C., explains that even though probiotics are not guaranteed to work, they are certainly worth a try. “Ingesting probiotics can help to even out the number of good bacteria to bad bacteria in your body, keeping your gut functioning properly. If you eat a well-balanced diet that includes a few foods that are known to contain probiotics each day, you’re doing well,” she says. “Individuals that suffer from GI issues may want to pay closer attention to their intake. Adding a few probiotic rich foods each day is a win-win; you get the potential benefit of the probiotic plus the nutritional benefits from the other vitamins and minerals that those foods provide.”

So, what kind of person should not take probiotics?

“Although no studies have shown probiotics to be harmful in healthy people, many health experts say patients suffering from illness, such as cancer, should avoid them,” Mangieri cautions.

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Jerkunica agrees, stating that while probiotics are a safe option for nearly everyone, severely ill people should generally avoid probiotics. “There are concerns that people who have extremely weak immune systems will not react well to probiotics.

I personally haven’t heard of real life anecdotes to support that, but there is a concern in the medical community,” he notes. “As with all things relating to your health, it’s always wise to check with your doctor if you have concerns about consuming probiotics.”

While yogurt with live active cultures remains one of the most common probiotic foods in supermarkets across the country (with kefir, a fermented milk beverage, quickly climbing as a close second), Mangieri advises consumers to be wary of advertising and false claims on probiotic foods. It is always a good idea to work with a nutritionist or dietician. Most of these professionals are caring and charge surprisingly reasonable prices. No matter what you decide, you want to make sure you do not pay exorbitant prices for any probiotic product, especially those that promise too much, too soon.

RESOURCES: Evan Jerkunica, probiotics.org Heather Mangieri, RDN, nutritioncheckup.com Jacquelyn A. Stern, RD, LD, annapolisnutrition.com

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Amish Workout

by Kymberly Taylor

The older Amish have an obesity rate of 3%.

Americans today have an obesity rate of 31%.

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Weight management expert James O. Hill, Ph.D., suggests that if you want to slim down and stay that way, take 18,000 steps a day. If you do, you will be mirroring the daily physical exercise habits of the Old Order Amish, who have far less cardiac disease than the average American and just a 3 percent obesity rate.

This is shocking when one considers that America’s obesity rate is about 31 percent, notes Hill, president of the American Society for Nutrition and co-founder of the national America on the Move program.

“The Amish walk 18,000 steps a day. They don’t have spandex or a gym membership. That explains about 400 to 600 calories a day. A typical person in the U.S. walks only five to six thousand steps a day,” notes Hill. The Center for Disease Control recommends that the average American walks 10,000 steps per day.

Hill, also professor of pediatrics and medicine at the University of Colorado, Denver, and director of its Center for Human Nutrition,

is referring to a groundbreaking 2004 study “Physical Activity in an Old Order Amish Community,” published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, a journal of the American College of Sports Medicine. The report’s lead researcher David R. Bassett Jr., professor of exercise science at the University of Tennessee, conducted the study to examine how technology affects physical activity.

Since they don’t use cars, or any modern technologies, the Ontario, Canada, Old Order Amish farming community’s level of physical activity was very high: men averaged 18,000 steps a day and women 14,000, says the study. They typically consume organic meats, vegetables, dairy, and crops grown on their own farms as well as healthy fats, such as butter and eggs. Also, they engage in moderate portions of cakes, pies, and bread made with refined sugar.

Most of us do not hand-plow fields, chop wood, tend five-acre gardens, or milk cows. However, there is no need for excuses. There are many natural ways to work “steps” into a day. In fact, thanks to smart pedometers built into watches and digital device fitness

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trackers, it is easier than ever before in human history to count your steps and to measure pulse, heart rate, and more. You can do many of the aforementioned with super smart watches, such as Fitbit Surge ($249.95) and Garmin Vívoactive ($249.99). These sync to your computer and smartphone, so you may create a database, and will alert you when you receive a new text or phone call. These devices also have GPS tracking to monitor distance, pace, and elevation. Both have alarms and the ability to monitor your sleeping hours and will provide daily fitness summaries.

Other lower-cost options with high ratings by independent review sources such as Consumer Reports and Live Science include digital devices you clip onto a belt, pocket, bra, or purse: Yamax Power Walker ($27) and Striiv Play Smart Pedometer ($69).

Jawbone UP Activity Tracker is a band you wear much like a bracelet.

It has in addition to a step counter, a sleep logger, food counter, and smart coach. Also, it has an “idle alert,” which is a vibration activated if you sit too long ($129.99). If you’d like to use your smartphone to count your steps, try Argus, a free health- and fitness-tracking app for Android and iOS. No matter what you choose, fitness trackers are an excellent way to stay motivated and mindful. They provide hard data and encourage us to make good choices, even if this means taking the stairs to your tenth floor apartment at the end of the day to meet your goal. Look on the bright side: you don’t have to be Amish to step up your game. And, you’ll sleep sounder, because you are tired.

Resources Bassett, D. R., P. L. Schneider, and G. E. Huntington, “Physical Activity in an Old Order Amish Community.” Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Vol. 36, no. 1 (2004): 79–85.

Hill, James O. “Defining Energy Balance” (recorded lecture).

Symposium: Energy Balance: A New Paradigm. Experimental Biology 2012, San Diego, CA, April 2012. www.visiond.com/ASN_2012/ Sat_Sym_Energy/Hill.html.

Korkiakangas, E. E., M. A. Alahuhta, P. M., Husman, S. KeinänenKiukaanniemi, A. M. Taanila, and J. H., Laitinen, “Pedometer Use among Adults at High Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, Finland, 2007– 2008.” Preventing Chronic Disease. Vol. 7, no. 2 (2010): A37. www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2010/mar/09_0035.htm.

“Recommended Pedometers.” Consumer Reports. Accessed May 26, 2015. www.consumerreports.org/cro/pedometers.htm.

Rettner, Rachael. “Best Fitness Tracker Bands.” Live Science.

February 27, 2015. www.livescience.com/41556-best-fitness-trackers.html.

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WAYS TO BUILD BIGGER ARMS

Bigger arms are something that almost all bodybuilders crave. In fact, as far as arms are concerned, it often seems that there is no such thing as too big. Alongside chest size, arm size is seen as one of the markers of a successful weight training program, for, among the muscle groups of the body, the arms are those most on display to the world outside the gym and the bedroom. But while bigger arms are something that most bodybuilders would like, they’re also a feature that many beginning bodybuilders complain they have trouble achieving. Help is at hand, though, for if you heed the following five tips, you should begin to see real gains with your arm workouts.

Change your grip. One of the simplest ways to increase your arm size is to change the grip with which you lift weights. By altering the grip, you can alter the angle at which you hit your muscles. Once you’ve grown used to your normal grip, changing to wider than normal grips and offset grips can force the muscles to work harder. Such grips can also shift the emphasis of the lift onto other parts of your muscles, thus causing previously unused sections of the muscle to grow in size and strength. Many bodybuilders have reported noticeable gains through the use of products such as Fat Gripz, which consists of a thick rubber sheath that fits around a dumbbell or barbell grip. The need for a wider grip between thumb and fingers, which these attachments bring about, gives your arms a more intense workout.

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Train your arms separately. In order to give your arms the workout they need for real growth, you should consider a split routine in which your arms are the sole focus of a workout session. Training your arms alongside other major muscle groups can often mean that they don’t always get your best effort. Fatigue is the real enemy here—if you’re too tired to push your arms to their true limits, you will see little gain. To counter this, give your arms their own day and make them your primary focus over a period of a few months until you begin to see real gains.

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Vary your exercises. If you use the same exercises during every workout, you will hit only a portion of your arm muscles and, before long, you will settle into a comfort zone where your muscles fail to get the challenge they need to grow. By trying a variety of exercises—and by paying attention to how they stress your muscles—you will learn which ones target the areas you

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need to work on. As for specific exercises, chin-ups are excellent at targeting difficult-to-reach areas of the arm muscles, while incline dumbbell curls are good at isolating your biceps and preventing you from cheating the lift through swinging your upper body. The french press similarly isolates your triceps.

Focus on technique. When performing your arm exercises make sure you try for perfect form. By fully focusing on your technique you will be sure to isolate the muscles that you want to grow, rather than secondary muscles that may have been inadvertently helping out during your arm exercises. In addition to perfect form, you should be sure to maintain a steady speed and be able to feel the targeted muscles being taxed. Be careful also not to overtrain or to use weights that are heavier than you can handle. Strained muscles—or damaged elbows or wrists—will only set your program back.

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Work on your whole arm to heighten overall visual impact.

Focusing on your biceps alone, as many novice bodybuilders do, will give your physique an odd, uneven appearance. Large triceps will go a long way toward emphasizing the overall size of your arms and counterbalancing your biceps, so make sure you give these a thorough workout too. Pay attention also to the deltoid muscles where your arms meet your shoulders. Large, rounded deltoids can really give your arms a sense of definition. And don’t ignore your forearms: using a wide or fat grip during other arm exercises will certainly help here, while exercises such as wrist curls will isolate the lower arms and wrists.

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With these tips integrated into your workout, your arm size should begin to increase. Don’t forget, though, to pay attention to what you eat. Without proper nutrition to fuel muscle growth, you will see little for all your hard work. Remember also, before deciding to focus on arm size, that you may soon have to get rid of a few of your favorite shirts—but, then, surely that is a small price to pay for your gains in size?

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Lost Beach Babes Identified by Toe Nail Polish

By Ann Tochterman Seta • Photo by Angie Myers

One of my favorite and more recent stories is about a group of my wonderful girlfriends.

We all spent our younger days at Ocean City during the summer months, wearing string bikinis, craving the sunshine and the nightlife with boys.

I suggested we go down together like we used to do, just the girls (but now wearing one-pieces darn it.) So, eight of us met the Monday through Friday before Labor Day (the weekends are for husbands) and stayed at a great B&B in Ocean City, located on the magnificent ocean and right on the boardwalk.

chair around and started talking with them, three girls and one boy, all just friends, which is what I so like about their generation.

I like to find out their names, where they live, go to school, and about their hopes and dreams. One gal gave her name. Suddenly, my girlfriend instantly stopped reading the book she was so involved in, turned her chair around, and said to the cute teenager, “I dated your father.” Politely, the teenager replied, “I think you must mean my grandfather.”

My girlfriend refused to believe this and said, “But, I mean ‘so and so.’” Just as politely, the teenager insisted “that is my grandfather.”

The rest of us got hysterical because our best buddy was in total denial! See, when you are older, but certainly not old, you see yourself dating an attractive handsome man. You certainly don’t see yourself dating someone who could be a grandfather!

I am here to remind you to laugh and enjoy the moment. And, ALWAYS keep a sense of humor! When in doubt, paint your toenails in crazy colors. Never grow old, just older.

The most important thing we decided to do for I.D. purposes since we were “older” gals was to paint our toenails in different colors with designs on them, like the younger girls do, colors like blue, green, and pink, with maybe a butterfly design. You get the picture. In case one of us wandered off at night and couldn’t be located, all we would have to do is tell the police to search for a woman who does her toenails in different colors, like the young girls but older . . . and, of course, the police would know what we meant and would not have to worry about hurting our feelings because of our age. Thank goodness no one ever got lost.

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Two Weddings & a Crab Fez and Katie Patel married September 13, 2014, at Swan Cove Manor, an estate in Cambridge, Maryland, on the windblown banks of the Chesapeake Bay. This creative couple went all out; after all, you only live but once. Indian, Greek, American, and Eastern Shore traditions intertwined. Katie designed the crab monogram that appeared on signs, invitations, clothing, and more; the catering was done by a local renowned chef; the tents were crafted from sailcloth. They had a separate traditional Indian ceremony and a separate traditional Greek ceremony, changing outfits in-between. Special touches abounded: the bride wore a couture gown by James Clifford for the Greek vows and beaded sari for the Indian ceremony. There was dancing and many rituals, including the Saptapadi, the ritual of the Seven Sacred Steps. It is so beautiful that we replicate it as best we can here: The couple steps together, taking a sacred vow with each footfall that together they will: live with respect for one another; develop mental, physical, and spiritual balance; prosper; acquire wealth and share accomplishments; acquire happiness, harmony and knowledge through mutual love; raise strong, virtuous children; be faithful to one another and exercise self-restraint and longevity; remain lifelong partners and achieve salvation.

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Catering: Chef Patrick Fanning stokedwoodfiredeatery.com

Photographer: Melissa Barrick melissabarrickphotography.com

Wedding Gown: James Clifford jamescliffordcollection.com

Event Planning: Eastern Shore Tents & Events: estentsandevents.com

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The Best Dog Party Ever!!

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TW Perry 443.808.1481 | twperry.com (pg. 2)

Dentists & Oral Surgeons Chesapeake Center for Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Dr. Sarah E. Aufderheide, DDS & Dr. Richard J. Aufderheide, DMD, MSD

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Adoro Medical Spa Center for Eye & Laser Surgery Dr. Elba M. Pacheco, M.D.

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Cosmetic Medicine & Surgery At Mercy Dr. Craig Vander Kolk & Dr. Bernie Chang 410.332.9700 | cosmeticmedicineatmercy.com (pg. 7)

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Salons & Beauty Services David Alexander Salon and Spa 410.224.0519 | dasalonandspa.com (Back cover)

Wedding Venues Harbourtowne St. Michaels, Maryland 800.446.9066 | harbourtowneweddings.com (pg. 7)

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