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JANUARY 2015

HEALTH, FITNESS & RESOLUTIONS

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TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

• CROSSFIT: ELITE FITNESS

• RECAP OF 2014

• 20 SIMPLE WAYS

• TRUTH IN THE NUMBERS

• FUN IN THE FACTS

• SCOTT DO

• SO6IX EATS

• HOROSCOPES

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

• SO6IX PROFESSIONALS

by Kevin Malahy of Deer Creek CrossFit

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L E T T E R F R O M T H E S TA F F Happy 2015! Wait … can you actually believe it’s already 2015? Where did 2014 go? It was such a fabulous and fun year, both for So6ix and for myself. A lot of challenges met, obstacles overcome and adventures had, and smiles and laughter in abundance. Each year as I have grown older, I have come to truly understand the importance of not only cherishing the year as a whole, but to cherish each day. It’s been important for me this year to get as healthy and as fit as I can. Working out and living a healthy lifestyle is my medicine. Throughout 2014, I set attainable goals and worked towards them. As you’ll read in this issue, setting realistic goals with regard to health and fitness is important. A lot happened this year in the public eye: see our recap of 2014. You might be surprised at how many large-scale events happened that you may have forgotten about. Trying to become a better you? We lay out simple things you can do to make your life even

better. You may be doing some of these already. Do you set resolutions at the start of each New Year? To each his own, but this year I went with broad reminders to myself of how I will strive to live my life and the attitude I hope to sustain.

Be giving Be thoughtful Be loving Be healthy Be smiley Be forgiving Be understanding Be truthful Be silly Be myself Let’s make this year the best one yet!

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CROSSFIT: ELITE FITNESS Written by Kevin Malahy of Deer Creek CrossFit

How do you know if someone does CrossFit? Give them a minute and they’ll tell you. It’s funny because it’s true. For those of you who have friends, family, coworkers or a spouse that frequent one of our gyms, you’ve probably gotten annoyed at their compulsion to talk about all things CrossFit. What is it that makes CrossFit so powerful that those involved can’t keep from talking about it? What is CrossFit? From a legal standpoint, CrossFit is simply a brand, the way the NFL is to football or the UFC is to mixed martial arts. CrossFit is only CrossFit when performed at a licensed affiliate or at a sanctioned event led by a certified CrossFit trainer. From a training standpoint, CrossFit is virtually any type or combination of exercises that you can think of. As long as it falls within the legal parameters of CrossFit’s branding, it’s CrossFit. CrossFit adopted and utilizes a blend of various disciplines, in which it even offers a vast variety of specialty courses and certifications: weightlifting, football, endurance, gymnastics, kettlebell and strongman, just to name a few. CrossFit’s defining element of the super-intense, bleedfrom-your-ears, vomit-inducing circuit, or “MetCon,” more commonly referred to as a “WOD” (workout of the day), is not exclusive to CrossFit either. So then, what makes CrossFit unique? Ironically, it has become the members themselves. CrossFit revolutionized how our generation views fitness. It has developed a culture by which your measure of success is not based on how strong you appear, but rather on your internal fortitude. Proponents of this culture no longer want to just look strong, but to be strong, of both mind and body. CrossFit tests an individual’s willingness to be comfortable with being uncomfortable as means to achieve a desired goal. It has stripped away all of the comforts of conventional globo-style gyms. There are no mirrors, no cardio theaters … no shortcuts. Mark Rippetoe, a strength training coach and author known for his extremely candid and typically uncouth comments, has been quoted as saying, “Most of the problems with the bodies and minds of the folks occupying the current culture involve an unwillingness to do anything hard, or anything that they'd rather not do. I applaud your resolve, and I welcome you to the community of people who have decided that easy will no longer suffice.” But what makes CrossFit so addicting is that it becomes much more than a training system. CrossFit becomes a lifestyle, a social network and a family. CrossFit has a propensity for developing camaraderie between members. Enduring grueling workouts side by side with others creates a sense of togetherness often absent in traditional gym settings. Beyond classes, local affiliates regularly host benefits, throw parties and even plan vacations with the members. If you were to visit us on a Saturday, it wouldn’t be uncommon to see entire families in attendance, sometimes even with pets, alongside groups of buddies having a beer. Although the push for CrossFit to be viewed as a competitive sport has become more prevalent in recent years, most affiliates are very welcoming, with low pressure, friendly environments for all skill levels and ages. If you’re interested in CrossFit, I encourage you drop in multiple locations and talk with their members until you find the right fit for you. 10

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FEBRUARY 2ND: SUPER BOWL XLVIII BECOMES THE MOST VIEWED TELEVISION EVENT IN THE UNITED STATES WITH OVER 111 MILLION VIEWERS

BUBBA WATSON WINS THE U.S. GOLF MASTERS

OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS DEFEAT THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA SOONERS IN BEDLAM AT OU

PSY’S “GANGNAM STYLE” BECOMES THE FIRST VIDEO TO REACH 2 BILLION VIEWS ON YOUTUBE 12

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GRAMMY AWARDS: RECORD OF THE YEAR: “GET LUCKY” – DAFT PUNK FEATURING PHARRELL WILLIAMS AND NILE RODGERS ALBUM OF THE YEAR: RANDOM ACCESS MEMORIES – DAFT PUNK SONG OF THE YEAR: ROYALS – LORDE

EBOLA OUTBREAKS ACROSS THE WORLD DR. DRE THE BECOMES IPHONE THE WORLD’S 6 AND HIGHEST-PAID IPHONE 6 MUSICIAN AFTER PLUS WERE A SALE OF HIS BY DRE RELEASED BEATS TO APPLE FOR IN THE FALL $3 BILLION so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

THE SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS WIN THE 2014 WORLD SERIES OCTOBER 3: NOVEMBER 3: 83 MILLION ONE WORLD ACCOUNTS ARE TRADE CENTER COMPROMISED OFFICIALLY OPENS, 13 AFTER A CYBER YEARS AFTER ATTACK ON JP MORGAN THE SEPTEMBER 11 ATTACKS CHASE ACADEMY AWARDS: BEST PICTURE: 12 YEARS A SLAVE BEST ACTOR: MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY – DALLAS BUYERS CLUB BEST ACTRESS: CATE BLANCHETT – BLUE JASMINE 14

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PANTONE’S COLOR OF 2014 IS RADIANT ORCHID, A SHADE OF PURPLE WITH FUCHSIA AND PINK UNDERTONES

KIM KARDASHIAN “BREAKS THE INTERNET” WITH HER PHOTO SPREAD FOR PAPER MAGAZINE AND HER INSTAGRAM BUTT SHOT ACCRUED MORE THAN 833,000 LIKES

PRINCE WILLIAM AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE KATE, ARRIVE TO THE UNITED STATES IN NEW YORK CITY ON DECEMBER 7 NCAA COLLEGE FOOTBALL INSTIGATES THE FIRST EVER PLAYOFF SYSTEM IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL BETWEEN ALABAMA, OREGON, FLORIDA STATE, AND OHIO STATE so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

TO IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

LAUGH OR SMILE EVERY MORNING. Laughing and smiling have many positive benefits. When you smile and laugh, you release the feel-good endorphins that make you less stressed and more happy. Laughing releases emotions, and it’s a great way to expand the lungs and give them a good stretch. Go ahead, smile and laugh a little more!

READ A BOOK. Whether it’s fiction or nonfiction, get lost in a book. Scientifically, readers are the best kind of people to fall in love with. Readers will listen to you and truly understand you, and according to a study they’re wiser than nonreaders. If you’re not looking for love, read just for the fact that you may learn something new!

KEEP YOUR MIND SHARP. Crosswords, word searches, Sudoku, poker, brain games, you name it … they’ll help you keep your mind sharp. Your mind is the most important part of your body. No matter your age, it’s crucial to keep it sharp.

KEEP A JOURNAL. So many things can happen in a day, let alone a week, month, or even a year. A journal doesn’t have to be filled with lengthy entries. Write about an event that happened to you, or just put down the best part of your day. When you look back, you’ll remember things you may have forgotten about. Reading about the best part of your day, every day, is a great mood booster!

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FLOSS. No more fibbing to the dentist. Make this a healthy habit. Regular flossing is shown to help prevent heart disease. Want to save money? Flossing can save you up to $150 per tooth for a cavity filling. Last but not least, flossing can prevent tooth loss. That’s all folks – floss your teeth!

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GIVE HIGH FIVES TO PEOPLE JUST BECAUSE. Who doesn’t love a high five? Do it for the smiles.

SAVE YOUR LOOSE CHANGE IN A JAR FOR AN ENTIRE YEAR. Most of us aren’t very good about paying with exact change (except moms, because for some reason that’s their thing). The bottoms of our purses or pockets are usually filled with loose change. Start putting it in a jar at the end of the day or week, and keep filling that jar up for a year. Cash it out and you’ll

have a nice, easy little bonus.

LEARN AND MASTER A FOREIGN LANGUAGE. So maybe you didn’t pay too much attention in your high school or college language courses, but this is a skill that can not only make you more money (in some jobs), but will allow you to travel worry-free. Rosetta Stone is great if you can afford it, but there are also free apps and programs available, like Duolingo and Learn a Language. Put your mind to it, and you can master French in no time!

PUT BACK A LITTLE EACH MONTH. We agree, spending money is way more fun than keeping it, but if you put back even just $100 a month, you could have thousands of dollars saved by the time you’re 50. If you can’t wait that long, just save as much as you can each month and take a big trip at the end of the year, or buy yourself something special. You’ve earned it.

UNPLUG FOR AN ENTIRE WEEK. Disconnect to reconnect. Turn off that phone, delete those social media apps, put an automatic response on your emails and turn the TV off. Take an entire week to disconnect. (If you have to plug in to work, just get as disconnected as you can.) Electronics suck up so much of our time, and it’s important to get away from them once in a while. so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

WRITE YOURSELF A LETTER TO BE OPENED IN FIVE YEARS. Take a minute to reflect, and ask a lot of questions. When your future self reads it, you’ll be shocked at how much has changed in five years, both in your own life and in the world.

ONCE A YEAR, GO SOMEPLACE YOU’VE NEVER BEEN BEFORE. It doesn’t have to be extravagant. Simply go to a new park or a restaurant you’ve been dying to try. If you’re lucky enough to travel, visit a new city, state or country at least once a year. You can learn a lot by getting out there.

TRY TO BE SILENT FOR ONE MINUTE A DAY. After that minute is up, write down every thought and feeling that comes into your head. You might be surprised at what all is going on in there. Reflect and react in a beneficial way.

NAME A BAD HABIT YOU HAVE AND MAKE A GOAL TO BREAK IT. Scientists say it takes 21 days to break a habit. Focus on something you know you should stop doing – smoking, biting your nails, gossiping, eating too much fast food – and make it a goal to break the habit.

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BE KIND TO YOURSELF.

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This one’s simple. Don’t be so hard on yourself.

FIND WHAT DOESN’T SERVE YOU, HELP YOU GROW OR MAKE YOU HAPPY, AND LET IT GO. Life is way too short to spend your precious time on people or things that are not good for you. Rid yourself of any toxicity in your relationships and habits.

DRINK MORE WATER. We could probably name 100 benefits that come from drinking more water, but we’ll just list a few. Your skin will be clearer and younger looking, your insides will be healthier, your hair will be shinier, and you’ll have less stress. The point we’re

driving at here is that it’s good for you!

LEARN SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY. This is a great one that our parents taught us. What you learn can be as complex or as simple as you want. You can learn how to spell a new word, find out about something going on in the world, or try a new food (and learn that you hate spinach). Make it a goal to increase your knowledge every single day. You’ll be glad you did.

LISTEN. Take the time to truly listen to people. Sometimes that’s all they need. Make an effort not to say something about yourself when someone tells you something personal.

LIVE. Just live. We gave you some guidelines, but you know what’s best for your life and your happiness. Live the most fulfilling life you can. You only get one.

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FITNESS & RESOLUTIONS

TRUTH IN THE NUMBERS The average person takes

It takes

6,000

159 626

steps per day. The recommended average is

minutes of climbing stairs to burn off two slices of pizza totaling

10,000 An estimated 50 MILLION Americans go on a diet each year and about 5% manage to keep the weight off

calories

The average price for buying food from plans like Jenny Craig, NutriSystem and Slim Fast, is

85.79

per week per person

21% 1 in 3: will ditch their resolutions by the end of January

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of American resolutions are about weight loss

FUN FACTS IN THE

Exercise increases energy levels and increases serotonin in the brain, which leads to improved mental function and clarity

When you run, it puts six-times more pressure on your feet

FITNESS & RESOLUTIONS

The first treadmill was invented in 1952 by Dr. Robert Bruce and Wayne Quinton The average human has enough fat on the body to make seven bars of soap

People who go to the gym are, strangely, thought to be 18% more likely to indulge in chocolate bars Resolutions are believed to have started by touching Janus head in Rome, a two-faced statue who looks backwards into the old year and forwards into the new year so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

QUICK 10-MINUTE WORKOUT: TOTAL BODY WORKOUT Complete each exercise for one minute. You can modify with weights or repeat for a longer workout.

1. Plank 2. Jumping Jacks 3. Burpees 4. High Knees 5. Squats

6. Pushups 7. Sit-ups 8. Bicycle Crunches 9. Alternating Lunges 10. Wall Sit

PUPPY OF THE MONTH

STRAWBERRY-ALMOND SMOOTHIE DELIGHT Makes 2 large smoothies 10 oz frozen strawberries 1 large banana 1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk 2 tablespoons almond butter 2 tablespoons wheat germ Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Serve immediately!

Shar-Pei This wrinkled cutie is intelligent and learns quickly. However, the Shar-Pei is known for being a stubborn breed, so early training and socialization with other pups is very important. Be sure to make daily exercise a priority. Shar-Peis range from 45 to 60 pounds. 22

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TAPPING TO THE TUNES

CELEBRITY FEATURE Jillian Michaels

Vultures John Mayer The Way I Am Ingrid Michaelson This Love Taylor Swift

TOP RESOLUTIONS

LOSE WEIGHT STAY IN TOUCH WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY

QUIT SMOKING SAVE MONEY CUT DOWN STRESS

VOLUNTEER GO BACK TO SCHOOL CUT BACK ON ALCOHOL

GET MORE SLEEP

TRAVEL

Personal trainer, businesswoman, author and television personality Jillian Michaels stays fit and busy. She is best known for her own brand of workouts, for being a fitness coach on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” and for her appearances on talk shows like “The Doctors.” As a teenager, Jillian weighed 175 pounds. She has said that this motivated her to start getting active and healthy. As a personal trainer, she uses a blend of strength training techniques. She favors kickboxing, yoga, Pilates, plyometrics and weight training. Michaels has more than 15 workout DVDs, including “Ripped in 30,” “Extreme Shed and Shred,” “Killer Buns and Thighs,” “Kickbox Fastfix,” and “Killer Abs.” Books, DVDs, TV shows and video games: she’s covered it all! Want her help right in the palm of your hand? She has a popular iPhone and Android app called “Jillian Michaels Slim-Down,” which tracks data and provides tips, motivation and other crucial information for those working to get and stay fit. so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

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EATS Though almost unknown until recently, Peruvian cuisine is conquering the palates of the most renowned chefs worldwide. Situated in the historic Kamps building on 25th and Classen, which was built in 1910, La Brasa is serving up a blend of fresh ingredients and the perfect fusion of traditional cuisines. They pride themselves on matching traditional Peruvian flavors as closely as possible on each dish, each of which is prepared fresh to order. On walking in, you can feel the rich history, which is overlaid with new décor with a modern and metropolitan twist on rustic. James Vu put a lot of heart and effort into his new concept. He handpicked everything, from the decorations right down to every single ingredient that goes into the flavorful dishes. After a successful run at a deli, Vu’s passion led him further into food, and his new venture is sure to excite and please taste buds all around. La Brasa’s staple is their charcoal-roasted whole chicken, which is marinated in more than 20 spices for 24 to 36 hours. It’s to die for! Vu’s main goal is to leave a legacy for his beloved children, and after sampling flavor-packed dishes and seeing the heart and passion behind this restaurant, there is no doubt he will succeed. Though only having been open for just a little over a year, La Brasa is already ranked number one on Urbanspoon’s list of top-recommended restaurants, and it has one of the highest ratings in Oklahoma City on OpenTable. La Brasa is able to accommodate large parties or a quaint date for two. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it’s the perfect Flavortown adventure to try with your lovebird. Having traveled all over, Vu has been inspired by some of the top chefs in the world. I was extremely impressed with La Brasa, from start to finish. The ambience, the presentation of dishes, the flavors and the uniqueness were all on point, and I can’t wait to go back.

What We Tasted: Pisco Sours – the national drink of Peru. Lime, egg whites, simple syrup and bitters. Portontino – Pisco Porton, St. Germain, lime juice, raspberry and champagne. World Cup Queso – canaria beans, guacamole, chorizo and jalapeños in homemade queso. Shrimp Ceviche – shrimp, onions, jicama, diced avocado, cucumber, mandarin oranges, jalapeños and rocoto peppers, marinated in lime juice. Pollo a la Brasa – delicious 20-spice chicken marinated 24 to 36 hours. Spit-roasted over charcoal to deliver a crisp, moist, succulent bird that is second to none. Served with aji verde (cilantro cream sauce) and aji amarillo (Peruvian pepper sauce). Lomo Saltado – stir-fried strips of beef filet mignon with tomatoes and red onions and seasoned potatoes with soy sauce and a pinch of garlic, served with jasmine rice. Miso-Glazed Chilean Sea Bass – served atop garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus.

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COOKING WITH CHEF ROBINETT DIJON CRUSTED SALMON WITH HORSERADISH SOUR CREAM SAUCE 2 6-8 ounce Salmon Fillets Blend Together: 2 T Dijon Mustard 2 T Water Mix together: 1/2 c Panko Breadcrumbs 1 T Dried Dill Dip Salmon in mustard mixture, then coat with dilled breadcrumbs. Bake at 350F for 8-10 (depending on thickness of salmon) Horseradish Sour Cream Sauce 1/4 c Sour Cream 1 T Prepared Horseradish 1 T water Blend together and top the baked Salmon

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Dadhichi Toth

www.astrology.com.au romantic side can be expected even though Jupiter occupies your Romance sector until August. Your social life should also be abuzz as your new moon because on the 11th house of friendships. Expect this year to be one filled with social activity.

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18) Happy New Year Aquarius! There is a spiritual tone to your horoscope this year with the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Pluto in your 12th house. Look deeply into the nature of your past and how you have become who you are. You have a great deal of drive with Mars in your Sun sign and could also be lacking in your dealings with the public as Jupiter occupies your 7th house. The new moon in your Sun sign on the 21st herald the beginning of a new you. You're remodelling yourself to take on new challenges in the world in 2015. Position of Saturn in your 11th house shows slow but steady gains during the next 12 months.

PISCES

(FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20)

Happy New Year Pisces! You find yourself crippled to act in the 1st few weeks of the month at that will pass as Mars moves into your Sun sign giving you the energy you need to succeed. You could be overworking due to the opposition of the Mars and Jupiter position so pace yourself and make sure your plan is workable. Consult others at the outset of 2015. Greater responsibility will be taken on due to the Saturn placement and your professional sector and this too could influence your relationships. Don't be too serious about any of these elements of your life and enjoy the coming year.

ARIES

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20) Happy new Year Gemini! Learning new things will be one of the key activities for those of you born under Gemini during 2015. But your education may include psychology, self-help and relationship rescuing. It's an important year to delve into the hidden emotional and intimate areas of your life to improve your relationships. Your professional and financial affairs make continue to be a little confusing as Neptune transits your 10th house of profession. Work hard on your plan to improve this area of your life.

(MARCH 21 - APRIL 19)

Happy New Year Aries! 2015 starts off with a bang as the Sun, Pluto Mercury and Venus occupy your career sector. This gives your profession a big boost for expect great things to happen in the following 12 months. Your relationships are under the karmic influence of the nodes and therefore some not so easy lessons on the

TAURUS (APRIL 20 - MAY 20) Happy New Year Taurus! The new moon on the 21st in your 10th house of career indicates this year to be one in which you'll be turning over a new leaf. Your interested in doing your best and finding work this consonant with your talents. In the latter part of the month Mars, your marriage planet also makes a move but by the 20th is subject to the confusing influences of Neptune. Try to see things from the perspective of reality rather than colouring them with your fears and misconceptions.

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CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22) Happy New Year Cancer! No less than four planets occupy your marital sector and this indicates the 2015 will

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19)

Happy New Year Capricorn! This is a year of determination but it's not without its pleasure either shown by the moon in your 5th house. You can enjoy the company of the opposite sex and may find yourself meeting new people. On the 21st you'll see a new opportunity arising which could net you some additional cash. Perhaps a new job is being offered and you should look at it carefully. Some confusion over a journey is likely in the last week of the month so carefully check your agenda and plans with all concerned. You may win some money or at least find that there is some little nest egg awaiting you that you had overlooked someone has gifted you.

be primarily focused on your intimate relationships. The new moon of the 21st along with Mars in your 8th house of sexuality pinpoints this area as being an important focus area in 2015. Money continues to be a lucky area as Jupiter is in your 2nd house to take full advantage of that up until 11 August when it moves to your 3rd house of communications. This should be a lucky year for you.

planets in your 4th house indicates this. With Saturn in your 3rd house of communications the may have been some obstructions to free and open discussion but that must change if you're to find inner piece in 2015. The new moon on the 21st in your 5th house of love affairs signals new opportunities for compatible partners. Jupiter also in your 11th house being retrograde strengthens your luck in social affairs. Network all you can to improve your career prospects as well.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUGUST 22) Happy New Year Leo! Avoid combat with the ones you love as Mars stirs the pot emotionally. The new moon on the 21st also reveals you things about your romantic life but with Saturn transiting this 5th house especially up until 11 June, you may find it hard to express your feelings in a way that helps resolve problems. Work will be busy with the Sun, Pluto, Mercury and Venus in your 6th house. Don't overdo your work schedule especially in the first part of 2015.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 21) Happy New Year Scorpio! Some of the topsy-turvy emotional elements of your horoscope caused by Mars ease after the 3rd week of January give you the opportunity to travel a little and also increase your educational prospects. Saturn in your 2nd house produces some serious soul-searching regarding your work in the way you earn income. The new moon on the 21st takes place in your zone of domestic affairs as well and this shows a whole new perspective on how to deal with your family issues and to find additional contentment within yourself. The part of fortune shows your luck may also lay in deep research and uncovering something that has been a mystery to you.

VIRGO (AUGUST 23 - SEPTEMBER 22) Happy New Year Virgo! Good luck is on the way due to the influence of Jupiter moving through your Sun sign in the 2nd half of the year. This month however your focus may be more on your work is the new moon on the 21st brings you attention to such things as schedules, systems and the people you work with. The may be some problems with those in your immediate work environment so try to come to some agreement as to how and who will do the work at hand. Romance brings you many opportunities this year and Venus with three other planets in your 5th house of love is also indicating a lucky streak in this area of your life.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 22) Happy New Year Libra! You want to straighten out your domestic and family affairs this year and a cluster of

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 21) Happy New Year Sagittarius! The year starts off with a bang with Mars in your 3rd house of courage and exploration however Saturn will continue to pull you back is a transit your Sun sign. This puts to break on your work but rather this is your own personality and lack of enthusiasm that may be the cause. Find something you enjoy doing and put your whole heart into it. Ample opportunity to earn money is shown by four planets in your 2nd house and with the new moon on the 21st occurring in your 3rd house of communications this is a perfect opportunity to communicate a you feel and negotiate a good deal for yourself. so6ix.com | JANUARY 2015

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

ERIC CHURCH January 14 Chesapeake Energy Arena 100 W Reno Ave Oklahoma City, OK OKC PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS: JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET January 10 Civic Center Music Hall 201 N Walker Ave Oklahoma City, OK JANUARY 1 THE WEATHERMEN BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY EDGAR CRUZ SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 2 MAYDAY BY MIDNIGHT BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY STARS RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN AARON NEWMAN BAND TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY JASON YOUNG BAND THUNDERBIRD CASINO NORMAN ROCK KANAGA – ACOUSTIC TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

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JANUARY 3 BANDROMEDA RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY TREY ROSENTHAL TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 7 MIKE HOSTY DUO BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 8 AVENUE BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 9 ATTICA STATE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 10 TRENT TIGER TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

JUILLIARD STRING QUARTET January 15 Armstrong Auditorium 14400-B S. Bryant Road Edmond, OK

CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY 14 URBAN ADDICTION BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 15 STARS BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 16 LOWER 40 MOONSHINERS MUSIC HOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY LIFE OF THE PARTY REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY AGUILAR TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY EVAN MICHAELS BAND THUNDERBIRD CASINO NORMAN JANUARY 17 LIFE OF THE PARTY REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY DANIEL JORDAN – ACOUSTIC TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 21 REPLAY – 80’Z ENUF BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 22 REPLAY BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 23 SQUADLIVE RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN

JOHN ARNOLD BAND THUNDERBIRD CASNIO NORMAN TYLER RUSSELL TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 24 LOST ON UTICA REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY JASON YOUNG BAND RIVERWIND CASINO OKLAHOMA CITY SOUTHERN RIFT TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 28 AARON NEWMAN BAND BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 30 DRIVE BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY COVER ME BADD MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY RICK JAWNSUN TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 31 JIM THE ELEPHANT BAKER STREET OKC OKLAHOMA CITY COVER ME BADD MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN SOLO TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

BLACK LABEL SOCIETY January 20 Diamond Ballroom 8001 South Eastern Avenue Oklahoma City, OK

OKC PHILHARMONIC: ALL THAT JAZZ January 23-24 Civic Center Music Hall 201 N Walker Ave Oklahoma City, OK

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MOVIES JANUARY 2

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EVENTS JANUARY 1 - FEBRUARY 1

DEVON ICE RINK MYRIAD GARDENS OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 1-3 OKLAHOMA PAINT HORSE CLUB HOLIDAY CLASSIC OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 1-4

THE BOOK OF MORMON CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 3-4

OKC LAND RUN ANTIQUE SHOW OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 9 LIVE ON THE PLAZA PLAZA DISTRICT OKLAHOMA CITY 42

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JANUARY 13-18 CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS: ONCE CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 16-18

OKLAHOMA CITY HOME & GARDEN SHOW STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 26-27 RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE’S SWAN LAKE ARMSTRONG AUDITORIUM EDMOND JANUARY 28 - FEBRUARY 1

CIRQUE DE SOLEIL: VAREKAI CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 15 “THE ODD COUPLE” LYRIC AT THE PLAZA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 31 CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL NCED HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER NORMAN

DANCING LIVE: ALAN THICKE CIVIC CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY

SPORTS

JANUARY 2 OKC THUNDER VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 9

OKC THUNDER VS UTAH JAZZ CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 16 OKC THUNDER VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 17

OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS VS TEXAS STARS COX CONVENTION CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 26

OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY JANUARY 31

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MADI PONTIKES OneHealthyBod Personal Trainer

Health and fitness have been a large part of Madi’s life since she was young. She would run half marathons and a full marathon, and she eventually joined the OneHealthyBod bootcamps, which combine cardio, strength and endurance. Feeling good has always been a high priority for Madi. She just loves the rush of endorphins from a great workout. She loved seeing how the bootcamp-style workouts changed her body, and before she knew it, she was hooked! She took it one step further and trained for her first Bodybuilding Bikini show. After three competitions, Madi earned her pro card. Having worked so hard and feeling quite accomplished with the results of her dedication, she knew she wanted to guide others to achieve that same feeling. She became certified through the National Fitness Professionals Association (NFPA) and began her career in personal training in May 2014. Her favorite part of her job? Madi adores the people she works with and brags about her great clients, who make training so fun and rewarding! Her future plans are to continue to compete in multiple Pro Bikini shows in 2015, with the goal of going undefeated. She plans to qualify for and attend the Yorton Cup World Championships. She placed second in the fall of 2014, so she is set on winning in 2015. As for New Year’s resolutions, Madi does not believe in making those. Why? She believes that when she decides to do something, she should get started on it right away before it turns into an afterthought. It is too easy to let resolutions become more of an idea and less of an action. Madi’s piece of advice: do not focus too much on the number you see on the scale. In Madi’s perspective, the main goal in life is to be happy and healthy. Every body is beautiful in its own way, so try not to get too caught up in what you wish you could change about yourself. Instead, take time each day to revel in the amazing things your body can do. To find a way to get you feeling fit, healthy and happy, you can contact Madi at madi@ onehealthybod.com. 44

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KEVIN MALAHY

Managing Partner & Head Coach of Deer Creek CrossFit

The last 10 years of Kevin’s life has been packed with great opportunities, accomplishments, moving around, and a whole lot of working out. Kevin Malahy has been a personal trainer for the last 10 years and a certified CrossFit coach for the last eight. Kevin has been an athlete his whole life. As captain of his football team, he had the opportunity in his senior year of high school to assist in weight lifting. He felt completely comfortable in that setting, and he eventually moved on to serving in the military. While serving, he met a few people that he liked to work out with, and he knew that was what he wanted to do. He started working on his certifications and trainings, which eventually got him where he is today. Kevin was doing CrossFit-style workouts before it became nationally recognized. He was focused in circuit training, and one day he was challenged by a CrossFit gym owner to come try it out. The more he did it, the more he respected it, and the more he respected it, the more he liked it. Kevin has been with Deer Creek CrossFit since it opened in January 2013. His piece of advice? Set specific attainable and measurable goals. He sees many people come in who say they want to lose 10 pounds, but they don’t know how or why, or they want to lose it by next week, which is not realistic. It is important to set measurable goals on a timeline that you can see yourself making progress on. Also, dig a little deeper on the “why.” You may soon realize it’s tied more to emotion than to just a “want.” Kevin plans to keep growing with CrossFit and with the gym. He has a passion for working with athletes and kids and he hopes to integrate into the schools. Kevin does some conditioning with Deer Creek swimmers and other athletes. He does not want to be limited to one demographic, and he plans to expand more into the Deer Creek community. In his spare time, he coaches wrestling and football at a local middle school. He enjoys giving back to the community, especially through the gym: they will be delivering presents to families in need this holiday season. For more information, please visit deercreekcrossfit.com.

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