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Tara Galles, a registered occupational therapist who specializes in pelvic floor therapy, has a goal. She strives to help every client of her business, You’re In Control, to feel like a natural woman again. Recently, the facility has moved to a larger location in order to accommodate the demand for restorative fitness classes and additional physical therapy services.
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Galles, who holds a master’s degree in occupational therapy and has advanced training in women’s pelvic floor rehabilitation, originally opened You’re In Control in May of 2019. It offers noninvasive, conservative and effective treatment options to adult women who suffer embarrassing and often painful symptoms due to issues in the pelvis area. When functions of muscles, ligaments, tissues and joints are restored, issues such as back pain, endometriosis and bladder leakage are resolved. “You’re In Control is for women of all ages who are tired of living with problem pain,” Galles says. “Many women have issues that are never 100% fixed and resort to living with joint pain, back pain, gynecological pain, or even wearing diapers. Scar issues or injury from past surgeries, breast cancer or even childbirth are common causes of pain and dysfunction in women. Traditional rehabilitation protocols are based on men’s bodies, and women’s bodies are different. You’re in Control offers an approach to therapy specifically geared to help women with their physical health and fitness needs.” A restorative fitness boutique is now another facet of You’re In Control. Galles has been involved in fitness for 25 years both as a fitness instructor and athlete. However, classes offered are not meant for aerobics or training elite athletes but instead are for women who just want to be in control of their own body. There are a variety of private and semi-private fitness options. Each womenonly class is tailored to meet the specific needs of the participants and include yoga, kettlebell weight training, barre and interval training. Specialty classes include TRX bodyweight training, Pilates and aerial yoga. The largest class accommodates up to eight people and the most private option is one-on-one training. 6 / KOKOMO MAGAZINE / MARCH 2020 / atKokomo.com
“Some women, such as those dealing with swelling or back pain, are unable to take traditional fitness classes,” Galles adds. “They do not thrive in fitness environments that typically train for strength and speed but not balance. It’s not always increased strength that women need but mobility and control. It doesn’t matter how strong you are if you are in pain. And if you are in pain, it’s hard to move.” Due to her training, Galles has knowledge of the functional movement patterns that are involved with exercise. Athletic movement theory revolves around men’s bodies but women regulate abdominal pressure and muscle forces differently. Training female bodies as men’s can lead to conditions such as female genital prolapses, knee or hip pain, and even bowel or bladder leakage. “A lot of women’s bodies are worn down from years of training their body as a man’s,” Galles says. Galles is cognizant of anatomical differences and thus, knows the correct exercise needed in a woman’s restorative journey. “Most women come in with a goal,” she says. “For instance, they are planning a family vacation and want to be able to hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. We help each woman meet that goal through our restorative fitness services, therapy, or both.” “I’ve never had anyone who came to You’re In Control and not get better,” Galles adds. “Women get the help they need here in a personalized and private environment. They learn how to take control of their bodies.” Call Tara Galles at 765-319-8420 to schedule a restorative fitness consultation or therapy appointment today.
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That’s Teri Rose’s philosophy so far as the new owner of Kokomo’s Main Street Cafe. “The previous owners have done a fabulous job,” says Rose, who was born and raised in Kokomo. “The cafe has been compared to a Cheers atmosphere, and it is literally like that - when someone walks in the door, you know their name. People come back to it daily. If I can take what the owners have done and continue it, and maybe enhance a few things, I’ll be happy.”
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Main Street Cafe, a breakfast and lunch eatery, became available for purchase last summer, and initially Rose, who opened Nonni’s Pizza on South Home Avenue in 2017, wasn’t interested in an additional project. “I didn’t want two businesses at the same time, but people kept sending me a link to the property online, and things just aligned and I found that it was a really good opportunity that I could not pass up,” Rose says.
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In early January Rose officially took the reins from former Main Street Cafe owners Sandra Young and her husband Morgan, who opened the establishment in 2012. “Sandra has done a fabulous job with her menu items and creating this very cool atmosphere in this little cafe, which started out as a coffee shop with a little food and is now a lot of food and a little coffee,” Rose says. The cafe menu includes breakfast burritos, egg sandwiches, muffins and bagels, as well as lunch items such as wraps, paninis, salads and sandwiches. The drink menu features a range of signature espressos, smoothies, hot and iced coffees and teas, apple cider, hot chocolate and more. Rose plans to add a small beer and wine selection to the drink offerings and also
add a few dishes from Nonni’s to the food menu. “I’ve always intended to bring in pieces of my other menu,” Rose says. “I have a homemade meatball that was my father’s recipes and a very thin, crackercrust pizza that no one else in Kokomo has. Those things line up perfectly with the menu style at the cafe, which is light and healthy. And I think the beer and wine thing will be a great addition. Who doesn’t like beer and pizza?” Rose plans to expand the cafe’s hours of operation by March as well. “In order for the cafe to grow as a concept we have to have more space and to relocate would destroy it,” Rose adds. “I’m looking at knocking out a wall and opening it up a little. Right now it’s very limited on space.” Rose formerly worked in the manufacture, repair and overhaul distribution industry for many years until 2007, a year when, unfortunately, tragedy struck. “On Easter Sunday in 2007 my son was killed in Iraq,” Rose says. “That changed things, and I eventually felt the need to step away from traveling so much and find something new and different. I started to get involved with local veteran advocacy.”
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Rose eventually found herself immersed in the nonprofit world, working as an employment specialist with a partial focus on disabled military veterans. After a stint with another Kokomobased nonprofit that assisted in the development of an apartment building for homeless vets, and a subsequent position with the Indiana National Guard Relief Fund, Rose decided to pursue a more personal passion and open her own eatery. “I loved every minute of the nonprofit work, but it was time after that to do something I personally wanted to do,”
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Rose says. “It just so happened that my Nonni’s location, which had historically been a pizza place, came up for sale. I talked to a realtor friend of mine and determined that it would be a good fit for me.” Rose continues to run Nonni’s while operating Main Street Cafe.
“I also hope to build out the catering business at the cafe quite a bit more,” she adds. “That’s something that Sandra offered, and there’s room for growth with the catering. With Kokomo growing downtown and the event center being built, I really want to reach more and more people. I’m excited to give back to the community through the business, not just for military and veterans, but also all the other
great nonprofits in Kokomo.” Main Street Cafe is located at 223 North Main Street in Kokomo. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, including catering and delivery details as well as a dine-in food and drink menu, call 765-236-1600 and visit mainstcafe.org.
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5 March Madness Watch Party Essentials Writer / Lindsey Thompson
The Cinderella stories. The upsets. The bracketology. Whether you’re an avid college basketball fan or just enjoy picking your bracket based on the mascots, March Madness is an exciting time. This year, share that excitement by hosting your own watch party for your family and friends with this winning starting line-up. Here are 5 helpful tips for making your March Madness party a slam dunk. 1. Chow Down on Game Day Classics Food for your March Madness party should be simple and easy to eat with your fingers. Chicken wings, jalapeño poppers, pizza and nachos are classic game day go-tos. Take your finger food game to the next round by choosing foods that correspond with some teams in the tournament. For example, serve mini hot brown sandwiches in honor of Kentucky or pulled pork sandwiches for Kansas. For dessert, decorate cupcakes in your favorite team’s colors or use orange and black icing to create mini basketballs. It’s not a party without libations, and March Madness allows for lots of creativity for drinks. If a local team is in the dance, keep a cooler full of beer from area breweries. You could also choose local favorites from other teams in the tourney. Keep
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3. Up Your Bracketology Game One of the best parts of March Madness is picking your teams and watching them advance along your bracket. Some people spend hours pouring over game notes and expert tips to pick their bracket, while others choose teams based on school colors, mascots or friends who attended that school. No matter how you choose, elevate your bracket game at your party with fun games and contests. For each game that you watch, award prizes to the guests who choose the winning team on their bracket. You can also pass out prizes for guests who correctly guess the total final score, how many players foul out of the game or the winning team’s field goal percentage. Be sure to have extra brackets on hand for guests who haven’t had a chance to fill one out yet.
5. It’s All About the Ambiance Tie it all together with a fun ambiance. Have all your guests wear their favorite basketball jersey or other collegiate team wear. If your guests are willing to go all out, ask everyone to wear their best face paint and offer a prize for the coolest design. Join the fun too, donning a referee shirt and whistle to call any party fouls and award points for participation. Make the party atmosphere extra fun by playing Jock Jams songs in the background. Most party stores sell basketball-themed decorations. You also can’t go wrong with simple black and orange streamers and balloons. No matter how you party, just remember to be safe and have fun!
4. Entertain Guests with Other Games While the basketball games are the main attraction, have other games for guests to play during halftime or in between rounds. Break out the PlayStation or Xbox for a round of NBA Live or NBA2K. Head outside for a real game of hoops, horse or knockout. Let your guests show off their skills. You could also put up small basketball hoops around the house for trick shots and alley-oops.
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The weeks after Winter Break can drag on and on, especially during an exceptionally cold and dreary winter. A little Spring Break planning can be just the thing to get you out of the winter doldrums and looking forward to some time away. Whether you stay close or travel far, here are some tips for planning your Spring Break trip.
1. Book Early Lots of people travel during Spring Break so booking early assures you can get better flights, hotel rooms and attraction tickets. Schools typically release their yearly calendars at the beginning of the school year, giving you plenty of heads up to book Spring Break early. When you book early, you have a better chance of getting a better deal and making sure you book just the right flight or hotel for your family. The longer you wait to book flights, for example, the less likely you are to get seats together or even be on the same flight.
2. Set a Budget Lay out a travel budget for your Spring Break trip and stick to it. Making family memories on a vacation may be priceless, but taking a trip you can’t afford isn’t worth going into debt. Just like it’s beneficial to book early, it also helps to save early for your Spring Break trip. Spring Break doesn’t fall too far after Christmas, another expensive time for your family budget, so planning ahead allows you to spend money on both. Use a budget management tool like Mint to help you plan and save.
3. Dial into Deals Travel deals abound, you just have to do a little digging to find them. Not just for massages and Thai food deals, Groupon and LivingSocial both have travel sections full of deals. Groupon has a special Spring Break page that offers lots of great ideas and travel deals including Smoky Mountain cabins, indoor water parks and beach getaways. Online travel agencies like Expedia, Travelocity and Kayak allow you to search for travel deals all around the world. Many even have special Spring Break pages, providing trip suggestions for flights, hotels and activities.
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5. Think Outside the Box Florida, Mexico, Disney. These might be great Spring Break destinations, but they’re also some of the most popular and most crowded and most expensive. Avoid the crowds and consider an alternative Spring Break destination. Washington D.C. is affordable and offers something for the whole family, from museums to monuments. Sedona, Arizona offers an escape from the cold and amazing outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking.
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6. Look Local Don’t overlook a Spring Break trip to a local destination or a staycation in your own city. Staying local helps cut down on travel costs and gives you an opportunity to see your town through different eyes. Visit that local museum you’ve never been to, try a new restaurant or cheer on the hometown sports team. Book a local hotel or bed and breakfast, or even find an Airbnb in a different part of town. Just like out-of-town visitors, locals can take advantage of special deals and discounts through organizations like the visitor’s bureau. They often have coupons on their websites and at their offices for attractions, restaurants and hotels. Regardless of where you go or how you get there, with a little planning you can have the Spring Break trip your family will remember for years. Happy planning!
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This trio brings the refinement of an expert musical background and combines it with rock-star charisma; Performing pop, jazz, movie themes, and classical tunes. Individual tickets $20; Season tickets $50; Children and full-time students admitted free; Call 765-210-0686 or visit www.kokomocommunityconcerts.org. Kokomo High School Auditorium 2:30 p.m.
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Kokomo Curtain Call Children’s Theatre presents “Romeo & Harriet” Tickets $8 adults & $6 for children 12 & under www.kokomocurtaincall.org Call 765-776-3500 Sycamore Elementary School Performances: Friday 7 p.m. & Saturday 2 p.m.
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Kokomo Civic Theatre presents the play “The Velocity of Autumn”
Tickets $15 adults, $12 senior citizens, and $10 students. For tickets, call 765-454-8800 or visit www. kokomocivictheatre.org. IU Kokomo Havens Auditorium Performances: Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
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Guests will gain new insights on improving their health and wellness in Howard County. Free, self-guided arts tour in the Downtown District. For a full list of activities, call 765-457-5301 or visit www.firstfridaykokomo.com. Downtown Kokomo 5:30-9:00 p.m.
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425 W. Deffenbaugh St Mon: 10:30AM - 8:00PM Tue - Sat: 10:30AM - 9:00PM Sun: CLOSED
Free Delivery on orders $25 and over Fund-Raising Fish Frys • Catering For All Occasions
765-450-6584
