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Start smiling again Social dancing has many forms and many benefits By Lynn Woods

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n a recent Friday night, I attended the monthly Cajun dance at the White Eagle Hall in Kingston. Since I was a neophyte, I felt a little nervous. I shouldn’t have been. Everyone stood in a circle for the basic lesson, and I was relieved to discover I could do the simple Cajun two-step following the lead of my various partners, with my upper body locked against theirs, my mind focused on the beat. The energy of the all-female C’est Bon Cajun Band was infectious, and part of the fun

was observing the more graceful dancers in the crowd of 100 or so. Some were doing swing. Others were gliding across the floor while barely moving their feet. But what a workout! Cajun dancing was much more exhausting than the free-style, soul-based rock boogying I had done over the decades. It was fun, challenging — and great exercise. The monthly Cajun and Zydeco dances scheduled over the fall and winter at the White Eagle Hall — its downstairs bar is right out of the The Deerhunter, the classic film about working-class guys going to Vietnam — are among the numerous traditional dances that have gained a following in the mid-Hudson Valley. On any given weekend, it’s likely there’s a swing, contra, English country, Texas twostep, or ballroom dance happening somewhere. There’s a first Saturday English country

dance at the Reformed Church in Poughkeepsie, third Saturday contra dance at St. John’s Lutheran Church, fourth Friday swing dance at the Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, and more. Sponsored under the umbrella organization Hudson Valley Community Dances (HVCD), a nonprofit organization whose volunteer members organize the dances — the $10 or $15 entrance fee covers the cost of the band and rental of the hall — the dances always include a beginner’s lesson (with the exception of contra, in which the moves are called out during the dance). The age of the participants ranges from 18 to 80. This is not an entertainment exclusive to couples. That said, everyone on the dance floor has a partner, which is part of the fun. “The joy for me is moving to the music with a partner, because there’s a give and take,” said Bena Continued on Page 8 PHYLLIS McCABE

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Health briefs ing medical students and share information with other medical practitioners. Baldeck’s book of the same name was published in 2012. The gallery, on the Vassar campus on Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie, is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Talk about eating Numerous Ulster County practitioners and groups will present the conference “Eating Disorders: A Community Issue” on Friday, November 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Garden Plaza Hotel on Washington Avenue in Kingston. There is no cost to attend. A complimentary buffet lunch will also be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Spearheaded by the Ulster County Eating Disorders Coalition, in partnership with MHA: the Mental Health Association in Ulster County, Inc., The Renfrew Center of Northern New Jersey, and NEDA: National Eating Disorders Association, the conference will focus on understanding the evolution of eating disorders, working with treatment teams, identifying community resources, and advocating for prevention and treatment. To learn more or to register, call 339-9090, ext.115 or visit www.eatingdisordersny.com.

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Old-fashioned anatomy Preserved anatomical specimens, models of the human body and 19th-century surgical instruments are used as building blocks for art in “Bones, Books and Bell Jars: Photographs of the Mütter Museum Collection,” an exhibit at Vassar College’s James W. Palmer Gallery, running through November 14. Photographer Andrea Baldeck, a

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October 24, 2013 Healthy Body & Mind to those who ate less than one serving per month, the study found. Conversely, those who consumed one or more servings of fruit juice each day increased their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by as much as 21 percent. The researchers found that swapping three servings of juice per week for whole fruits would result in a seven per cent reduction in diabetes risk. The fruits’ glycemic index (a measure of how rapidly carbohydrates in a food boost blood sugar) did not prove a significant factor in determining a fruit’s association with type 2 diabetes risk. However, the high glycemic index of fruit juice — which passes through the digestive system more rapidly than fiber-rich fruit — may explain the positive link between juice consumption and increased diabetes risk. “While fruits are recommended as a measure for diabetes prevention, previous studies have found mixed results for total fruit consumption.

Our findings provide novel evidence suggesting that certain fruits may be especially beneficial for lowering diabetes risk,” stated study senior author Qi Sun, assistant professor of nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health.

The researchers examined data gathered between 1984 and 2008 from 187,382 participants in three long-running studies. Results showed that 12,198 participants (6.5 per cent) developed diabetes during the study period.

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ot just for boxers and ballerinas, Pilates (puh-LAH-teez) is for everyone of all ages and fitness levels. People with back, shoulder, knee or hip pain, with arthritis or injuries, who are pre- or post-natal, or who just want to get in shape flock to this unique pursuit, to the tune of about nine or ten million of us in the U.S.

Pilates starts with building strength at the body’s core, or trunk, rather than just the arms and legs, which can happen with more conventional strength-training techniques. But Pilates is also known for elongating muscles and making you look taller, and a whole lot more. Its proponents say Pilates, brought to America from Germany in the 1920s by creator Joseph Pilates, makes you stronger and more flexible, agile, coordinated and relaxed, with a better posture, balance, range of motion, circulation and stamina. “I choose to teach classical Pilates,” said Nora Machione-Weiss, owner of Pilates of Kingston, “because Mr. Pilates’ exercise system is a truly unique mind-body method that is simple, yet challenging enough to allow those who do Pilates to constantly deepen their practice.”

Joseph Pilates had rickets and asthma as a child, and as he grew up sought to improve his physical condition by pursuing bodybuilding and gymnastics. He worked as a circus performer and boxer before developing a system to combine Eastern meditative techniques with the development of an athletic physique. “His exercises allow me as a teacher to appropriately, and safely, challenge each client to their workout in order to build a strong body and a strong mind,” added MachioneWeiss. Pilates called his program “Contrology” and with it became the athlete he wanted to be. During World War I when he was being held in a camp with other Germans in England he trained other inmates, using straps and springs from hospital beds to create equipment to help wounded British soldiers. Once in the U.S. in 1926 he began to work with boxers and dancers to improve their form. Spring-loaded, core-focused Pilates begins with 25 to 50 repetitive strength training exercises, each with corresponding con-

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ter, focuses on the approach as designed by Pilates himself, rather than a modern development or “fusion” Pilates. “Classical Pilates refers to the exercises and their order,” said Machione-Weiss, “created by Joseph Pilates and taught with his intentions … control, concentration, centering, flow, breath and precision.” Pilates of Kingston is at 39 Broadway and can be reached at 331-0986 or http://www.pilatesmovementcenter.com. Stretch, release, milk In New Paltz, at Physique, Petie Russo’s approach includes the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis methods, which emphasize flowing, spiraling, swimming-like motions, originally called “Yoga for Dancers.” It’s designed to stretch and release the nerves and milk the spinal column, and also tone muscles and skin. There is a focus on the “seed center,” or the furnace of the body. Gyrotonic was created by Juliu Horvath, who developed it to help his multiple herniated discs. It is said to be especially helpful for those with scoliosis of the spine or joint injuries or surgery. Gyrotonic uses apparatus, Gyrokinesis does not. Russo is certified as an instructor in both methods as well as Romana’s Pilates. She completed a year-long apprenticeship with Romana KryzaPHYLLIS McCABE

trolled breathing, emphasizing the core area that includes abs, back, hips and thighs. Floor exercises on a mat play a part, as well as specialized spring-loaded, sturdy-based machines that were designed by Pilates himself and made by the Gratz company to his specifications. Many studios still use Gratz products, which have lively names like the Spine Corrector, the Reformer, the Cadillac, the Wunda Chair, the Pedi Pole, the Ladder Barrel and the Guillotine Tower. The apparatus predates Nautilus equipment by some 70 years. “It’s called ‘apparatus’ rather than equipment,” explained Machione-Weiss, “because you do the work.” Many if not most Pilates instructors recommend starting out with one-on-one sessions with a teacher. This way the program can be tailored

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to individual needs, fitness levels and goals. Other options for those with some experience are duets, trios and small-mat classes, which people may choose or instructors may recommend, depending on experience and comfort level. “Most people start with private,” MachioneWeiss said, “ideally because when you begin you need to free your mind and concentrate on the muscle groups …. Then the majority jump into classes.” At every level, sessions are custom-tailored to the participant. At her school, Pilates of Kingston, they are by appointment only, rather than a schedule of open classes, taking place in the brightly lit, high-ceilinged space on the second floor of an 1860s building in the Rondout. Pilates of Kingston, which began in 1990 as The Movement Cen-

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Various goals and approaches Mette Coleman is a physical therapist in nearby Rhinebeck who comes highly recommended for her expertise with Pilates for those with physical problems. She advised utilizing the practice as a way to transition toward community-based exercise classes. She offers her existing physical-therapy patients private sessions or mini-mat classes of no more than three at a time. Like Russo of Physique, she received her training from Romana Kryzanowska. She has 20 years experience teaching Pilates and offers the additional attributes of being well schooled in man-

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October 24, 2013 Healthy Body & Mind ual therapy and orthopedics. Coleman practices physical therapy at 6423 Montgomery by appointment only. Call her at 876-3220 or see her website at mettecoleman.com Also in Rhinebeck village is Rhinebeck Pilates, at its current location overlooking Rhinebeck Bank Plaza. The studio was the winner of this year’s Best of the Hudson Valley readers’ pick, and last year’s as well. The boutique studio has been open for ten years. “Our goal is to transform lives for our students,” says owner Elaine Ewing, “and this designation is proof-positive that we are making a difference.” The studio recommends combining session types, for example doing one private session and one class each week. Two to three sessions a week are most useful, they say, in order for the participant to feel the benefits most effectively, although even just one weekly session will help. Special classes include cardio Pilates, Pilates ball, pre-natal and TRX, which uses suspension training equipment with the user’s body weight and gravity to develop strength, balance, flexibility and control all at the same time. There is also a mama-and-baby class taught at the nearby store Waddle ’n’ Swaddle. Rhinebeck Pilates is at 23D East Market Street in Rhinebeck. Find them at 876-5686 or www. rhinebeckpilates.com.

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Balance and gentleness The Pilates system combines elements of the mindfulness and breathing of yoga, with the muscle strengthening of weight-bearing exercises and the balancing elements of tai chi. As you progress, you build upon your skills, and the work becomes more and more challenging. But with hundreds of exercises and the versatility of many pieces of equipment to use, it surely never gets boring. With its gentleness on the joints, cartilage and ligaments, Pilates is a good way for the unfit to get fitter. It’s good for aging people whose balance, nerves and muscles are declining in power. It’s good for body, soul and mind. People new to Pilates should consult with a certified teacher prior to starting, and anyone pregnant, over 40, out of shape or with health issues should clear it with their healthcare practitioner first. “Pilates is designed to give you suppleness, natural grace, and skill,” said Mr. Pilates. “That will be unmistakably reflected in the way you walk, in the way you play, and in the way you work.” He also promised, “In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference. After 20 sessions you’ll see the difference. And after 30 sessions you’ll have a whole new body.” •

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Start smiling again continued from page 1 Silber, who coordinates some of the swing dances for HVCD. “At its best, there’s an improvisational component even though there are steps.” Dancing with a partner has its own dynamic and skill, as I learned when I danced with a guy who was one of the best dancers on the floor. He instructed me to push back against his arm with mine, locking us into a single unit, enabling me to better follow his moves and coordinating our energies, a sensation that was new and satisfying. (Silber calls it “the frame.” It’s a little bit different for each dance and dancer, but when in place allows the woman to pick up the signals from the man and follow his lead.)

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stimulation for your brain.” For some, the social component is appealing. “You see the same people year after year, month after month, and you get to know them, they do become your friends,” said Silber. “The social aspect is wonderful. It’s good for you.” It sure beats the standard alternative of nights in front of the computer screen or TV. The act of dancing itself brings mental-health benefits. When Silber was going through a tough time years ago, “I’d go out to go danc-

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plete a liberating action. Cancel decided to create a blog to help her recount and recover from her experience. “Our society glorifies being that thin, even though they say eating disorders are bad,” she said. “R10ts is designed to be a support group. It’s hard to come to a new place and keep healthy habits, so [through the group] we can all help each other.” R10ts not Diets features daily exercise tips, recipes and inspirational quotes. Cancel also posts warning signs of disorders, as well as facts about the conditions. Above all, she hopes to educate the public while offering a listening ear to other survivors. Though many suffer from eating disorders, few receive the proper attention. The “10” in R10ts not Diets represents the ten per cent of people who seek help for an eating disorder. As Cancel built upon her project, her fanbase flourished. With every post, more students began following the blog and using Cancel’s insights to shape healthy behaviors. Even after presenting her project, Cancel’s blog continued to thrive. Since its debut, she has been approached by a number of students in recovery, thanking her for her efforts. “The most meaningful thank you was from a girl who said I helped her through one of the roughest relapses she had,” said Cancel. “Since R10ts started, it’s helped her stay in recovery. That’s what R10ts is about -- being a support group and helping others get to recovery and stay in recovery.” Cancel also uses her blog as a means to com-

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October 24, 2013 Healthy Body & Mind municate with students suffering with eating disorders. While she is not qualified to offer professional medical advice, her own experiences with body image have helped her form a special kinship with her followers. “R10ts shows others that they aren’t alone,â€? said Cancel. “I answer questions and give advice to those who ask. I also refer them to therapists and nutritionists on campus that can help a lot too.â€? Through those conversations, she began to see how effective her campaign had become. “Ten different people on Tumblr asked me to make R10ts a club,â€? said Cancel. â€œI didn’t think it would ever come to anything, just a blog. But after realizing that it can -- and has -- helped people has helped me stay strong. Everyone needs some extra help sometimes‌I felt like if I didn’t push for this to be a club, I’d fail everyone who follows us.â€? Cancel quickly developed a Facebook page to supplement the blog and began laying the foundation for the new club. “We just got approved so the first meeting is in a couple of weeks,â€? she said. “I’ve been working with the National Eating Disorder Association and the school to set up an awareness walk. I’m also hoping to team up with the Feminist Collective and the Body Peace Project Club to make New Paltz a bigger community.â€?

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10ts not Diets meetings involve such icebreakers as team building, discussion and exercise. Above all, Cancel hopes to raise awareness for eating disorders. “TV and other media need to be a lot more aware of the content they put out,â€? she said. “While America’s Next Top Model is a cool show for aspiring models, I will never look like those girls on TV, no matter how hard I try. I would love to see more relatable people in media.â€? According to the National Eating Disorder Association, eating disorders -- such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder – include extreme emotions, attitudes and behaviors surrounding weight and food issues. Individuals may also suffer from EDNOS, or eating disorders not otherwise specified. In these situations, a person adopts a combination of behaviors associated with anorexia and bulimia. Although Cancel has founded a strong support group, she continues face her own struggles. “Recovery takes time,â€? she said. “Even now, there’s always that voice in the back of my head that tells me I’m eating too much, I’m putting on too much weight and that I could be so much skinnier and prettier.â€?Â

The group that she built to help others offers Cancel support. “R10t is an important reminder that I’m not alone and that people are looking to me for help,â€? she said. “I don’t want to let them down and that gives me the strength to fight the urges.â€? This Thursday, October 24, R10ts not Diets will hold a meeting in the Student Union Building (Room 407) from 6 to 7 p.m. It is open to all. “This has been one of the greatest things I’ve accomplished, [but] I think we have a lot to work on as a society,â€? said Cancel. “Eating disorders, and other mental disorders, are looked down upon -we need to work on fixing that...I don’t think people realize how life threatening an eating disorder can be. It’s all about raising awareness.â€? To learn more about R10ts not Diets, please visit r10tsnotdiets.tumblr.com. •

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n April, scientists Mona Lisa Chanda and Daniel Letivin released the results of “a meta-study” on music’s impact on the brain by reviewing and summarizing over 400 smaller-scale studies. The meta-study, published in the Journal of Trends in Cognitive Sciences, determined that music, in addition to enhancing our life experiences, delivers a physiological experience. Its benefits range from stress reduction to boosting the immune system to aiding the development of language skills. The slew of capital letters trailing music therapist Rick Soshensky’s name — MA, LCAT, MTBC, NRMT — means that he has a master’s degree in music therapy, is a state-licensed creative arts therapy and a board-certified music therapist, and that he is also certified in the Nordoff-Robbins. Soshensky, former creative arts director at the Northeast Center for Special Care, started Hudson Valley Creative Arts Services (HVCATS) at 638

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various spontaneous expressions, said Soshensky, to help “unrestrict” themselves.

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ohn and Melissa Moser of High Falls has been bringing their nine-year-old autistic son Oliver to HVCATS for music therapy for five years. Though there are hundreds of different therapeutic services for autism, Melissa feels that music therapy has been one of the most worthwhile investments. Oliver responds very well to it. Oliver is nonverbal, but he loves music. He recently got an iPad, and his parents use music on his iPad as a reward. What’s on Oliver’s playlist? Broadway showtunes, alternative music (his mom said his favorite station is New-Wave oldies station First Wave on Sirius XM), Bob Dylan and the theme to the TV show Parenthood. Melissa said that Soshensky learns Oliver’s favorite music to play with her son. Oliver and Soshensky also do dance therapy. “He will move to the movement, move with the drum beating and banjo, helped to improve his eye contact and joint attention with another person,” said Melissa. “It stays with him for a couple of days. All weekend long [after therapy] he is very connected with his dad and I.” Oliver has now begun to vocalize and sing during his music therapy. “Can you ever take away his autism? No,” explained Soshensky. “But you can create an openness to engage in life to experience and have a higher quality life, because for people with disability, it’s about being available to life and not having horse blinders. When I work with a kid like Ollie, I am trying to be intrusive. He will be happy to sit there and bang a drum, but not necessarily with me. But I am connecting with him. When you get into music as a listener or a player, you are not thinking of your life but rather at a higher level.”

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Rick explores musical instrumets hands-on with clients.

Another of Soshensky’s patients is 15-year-old “Sue” (her name has been changed for privacy reasons), who is being raised by her grandmother, Carol Netherwoods. Sue has been diagnosed with a mental illness. She has been in mentalhealth services since she was three. Recently, Sue changed from public high school to a school for special-needs students. “Sue is a shy kid and she got bullied,” explained Netherwoods. Her granddaughter is now in a school specializing in behavioral issues, learning how to let things “roll off her shoulders.” Netherwoods said Sue was bullied and even choked in several instances by schoolmates, and now posttraumatic stress syndrome has been added to her pre-existing issues. A lot of Sue’s feelings have been bottled up, Netherwoods said, and she has developed explosive anger issues. “Sue is starting to put things down on paper and writing songs with [Soshensky] and putting her feelings down on paper,” said Netherwoods. “In school she is writing her feelings down in English class. She started by sharing with songs that she had written and now that she feels safer she is starting to share the other feelings that has, which is a huge step for her. She walks in and says, ‘Here, grandma, this is a song I wrote with Rick.’ Sue is writing songs about bullying, [about] how she feels about her mother, [about] how she feels about her father. So it’s hard.” Netherwoods is grateful to see her granddaughter expressing her anger, “because she has a whole

lot of anger. She is finally getting it out instead of keeping it held in.” Sue has discovered her love of music. She loves to sing, and is learning to play the guitar. Soshensky allows Sue to pick the songs, helps her make up songs, and helps write them. “Even though Sue doesn’t get the chords right, he praises her,” said her grandmother. “It has helped. I want her to keep doing it.”

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oshensky said music helps channel and “organize” a kid’s energy, partially through the intervals, structure, and comforting patterns found in it. He said music aligns body rhythms, brainwaves and the adrenal system, and creates a sense of well-being. “Everything in this world is based on rhythm in your body, and there’s rhythms

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