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14 MIGHTY KIDS When Will I Be Bigger, Mom?

5 WELLNESS Cellular Regeneration… Regrow a Healthier Body

7 HEALTHY MIND The Power of Forgiveness

contents may/june y 2015

8 NATURAL BEAUTY Calming, Cooling Kale

9 SUPER FOOD

21 WOMEN WHO INSPIRE Kelly Richardson

Tart Cherry Juice

22 INSPIRE

10 EXERCISE

Natural Beauty is More Than Skin Deep

Get Beach Ready with Plyometrics

26 WEIGHT LOSS

16 PET THERAPY

The Truth Behind Long-Term Weight-Loss

Bringing Home a Puppy

27 RECIPE Never Stop Growing

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CELLS MAKE UP THE BASIC BUILDING BLOCKS OF ALL LIFE. HEALTHY CELLS MEAN A HEALTHY BODY; CELLS CLOGGED WITH TOXINS OR IN DISREPAIR FROM POOR DIET AND EXERCISE MAY LEAD TO DISEASE, ILLNESS, AND OTHER SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS. THE RIGHT DIET CAN REPAIR AND REJUVENATE CELLS THROUGHOUT THE BODY!

How Cell Construction and Reconstruction Work Supporting healthy cells means getting the right kinds of vitamins and nutrients that cells can use as raw materials to keep their structures intact. Whole grains are excellent sources of cell nutrients, because they contain the proteins and micronutrients that cells use to generate energy. Whole grains, as well as olives and avocadoes, are good sources of vitamin E, an important cell protector. Cells are encased and protected by a durable – but also permeable – casing called the membrane. Cellular membranes are made largely of fat, so it’s important to ingest the right kinds of fat in order to build healthier, more resilient membranes. Eating non-saturated fats, especially the Omega-3 fatty acid, ensures your cells’ membranes stay in good shape. Saturated fats and trans-fats make less durable raw material, meaning the cell grows more susceptible to collapse or malfunction.You can add more omega-3 to your diet by MRGPYHMRK ¾E\ WIIHW WIWEQI WIIHW LIQT WIIHW SV GLME WIIHW to your diet.These can be added to smoothies or oatmeal to boost the nutritional value. Vegetables Are Rich in Important Cell Building Blocks Cruciferous vegetables, including lettuce, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts, include rich deposits of the chemical known as brassinin, which helps support cell growth and development. Cooked tomatoes, rich in the nutrient lycopene,

make another great source of cellular fuel. Lycopene is also found in watermelons, carrots, and papayas. How to Rebuild Cellular Health Some recent evidence suggests that prolonged fasting can speed the body’s efforts to replace and repair damaged or decayed cells within the immune system. Depriving the body of nutrients compels the body to trigger stem cells into a process of self-renewal, bringing the immune system into a better working order.The process offers hope to cancer patients struggling to recover from the side effects of chemotherapy. Remember, If you choose to fast, it should be done in a controlled environment under the direct supervision of a health/medical professional.

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editor’s letter

Growwith PASSION Necessity is the mother of invention. Sometimes, compassion and love are the inspiration for initiative, invention and growth. For Britta Aragon, the dry brittle skin accompanying her father’s decline with cancer was \PM UW\Q^I\QWV \W ÅVL IV IV[_MZ \W [WW\PM W\PMZ[ ÅOP\QVO [QUQTIZ JI\\TM[ The feature article for this issue of INSPIRE HEALTH’s highlights Aragon’s own cancer history, detailing her courage and determination to build a business that helps others in a natural, healing way. She is a role model for daughters, for caregivers, for the sick, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit. You will be inspired by her commitment to health as well as her development as a business woman. /ZW_\P Q[ \PM \PMUM WN \PQ[ Q[[]M IVL aW] _QTT ÅVL [M^MZIT IZ\QKTM[ focusing on people and projects to help all of us grow, including raising a puppy. Be sure to read “When Will I be Bigger, Mom?” by Michele Robert Poche providing fun ways for you and your child to chart the growth journey. On a more serious side, our Women Who Inspire section presents a weight loss story that begins with the loss of a son and his QVÆ]MVKM QV PMTXQVO I OZQM^QVO UWU KPIVOM PMZ TQNM Our features on natural beauty, exercise, eating fresh and fashion are additional highlights of the magazine. As always, we hope that you MVRWa JMVMÅ\ NZWU IVL KWV\QV]M \W OZW_ QV UQVL JWLa IVL [XQZQ\ I[ aW] read INSPIRE HEALTH. Happy, healthy, productive and safe living.

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o g t i t Le … The Power of Forgiveness By Christina Leidenheimer

DID YOU KNOW THAT BURYING THE HATCHET OFFERS MANY HEALTH BENEFITS? LETTING GO OF ANGER AND RESENTMENT CAN ACTUALLY REDUCE ANXIETY, LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE, AND HELP YOU BREATHE EASIER. HOLDING ANGER INSIDE IS LINKED TO HEART DISEASE AND STROKE, POSSIBLY TAKING YEARS FROM YOUR LIFE.

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n a study called “Forgive to Live,” psychologist Loren Toussaint and colleagues found that the inability to forgive others may predict an earlier age of death. That is especially true of conditional forgiveness, when a person desperately waits for an apology. Conditional forgiveness can bear negative energy, as individuals who put demands on their forgiveness typically continue to harbor resentment and grudges. These negative emotions can especially impair heart health. Staying upset over the past is not good on the ticker. What is more, nursing negative feelings keeps you in a state of stress, and stress can take years off

your life. This resentment is not always directed at others. Some individuals cannot forgive themselves. This is especially damaging to your mental health, robbing you of joy, peace, and happiness. But, how can you let go? Recognize the behavior for what it is. Ask yourself what it is doing to you? How much time and energy do you spend dwelling on the matter? Understand that forgiveness is something you do for others, but it’s mostly an important action you do for yourself. When you harbor resentment, you cannot experience personal growth, true health, or inner calm. If you truly want to live longer and be healthier and happier, do not wait for others to come to you. Take the first step. Start the process of forgiveness in your own mind and then follow it through with genuine action. When you forgive others unconditionally—without expectations—you are generating superior mind-body health.

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SPINACH ON YOUR TEETH COULD CREATE AN EMBARRASSING MOMENT AT THE DINNER TABLE, BUT KALE ON YOUR FACE MAY INITIATE A CONVERSATION ABOUT YOUR YOUNGER, SOFTER LOOK. THE SUPERFOOD, RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE MOST NUTRIENT-ENRICHED GREENS, IS NOW A LEADING INGREDIENT IN PRODUCTS RANGING FROM SKIN-BRIGHTENING SERUMS TO NAIL POLISH AND BODY LOTIONS.

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MARATHONERS, WEEKEND WARRIORS, AND EVEN EXERCISE NEWBIES ARE “RUSHING TO THE RED” FOR EXTRAORDINARY MUSCLE RECOVERY.

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ctive Americans have caught on to nature’s secret tonic that is delivering muscle recovery big time! What is this scarlet-colored potion that has athletes buzzing? It is tart cherry juice or tart cherry juice concentrate.The recovery secret lies in its exceedingly high antioxidant levels. Antioxidants are vitamins and phytonutrients that help repair the body from damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress. Tart cherries are exceptional, hosting an ORAC (oxygen radical absorption capacity) value of 12,000-12,500. An ORAC scale is used to test and compare the antioxidant levels of foods.Tart cherries far exceed that of blueberries with an ORAC of 2,400 and raspberries with an ORAC of 1,220. Clearly, tart cherries are antioxidant chart toppers! Since exercise actually tears down QYWGPI ½FIVW VIWYPXMRK MR TSWX I\IVGMWI muscle soreness, it is important to have a post-exercise recovery regimen. Supplying the body with antioxidants is perhaps the best way to help speed the recovery and repair of muscle tissue. 8EVX GLIVV] NYMGI MW IWTIGMEPP] FIRI½GMEP because its vibrant red color is indicative

of a certain type of antioxidant, anthocyanins. Anthocyanins help the body resist oxidative stress and TVSZMHI REXYVEP ERXM MR¾EQQEXSV] properties. Runners everywhere are GEXGLMRK SR XS XLIWI YRMUYI FIRI½XW A study published in the December 2010 issue of "Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports” reported that long distance runners discovered “daily consumption of tart cherry juice concentrate for 5 days before, during, and two days following a marathon resulted in improved strength, HIGVIEWIH MR¾EQQEXMSR HIGVIEWIH levels of oxidized lipids and reduced recovery time. “ -J XLIWI FIRI½XW EVI RSX IRSYKL XS motivate you to sip a glass of tart cherry juice, melatonin may be the cherry on top. This valuable brain hormone effectively promotes a better night’s rest, which is ultimately the best time for the body to repair and recover.The manifold FIRI½XW SJ XEVX GLIVV] NYMGI EVI NYWX XSS good to pass up.Tart cherries are an antioxidant powerhouse that can help you rest, recover and rebuild a stronger, healthier body—go get some of the red!

WHERE TO FIND TART CHERRY JUICE? Since growing in popularity, tart cherry juice is becoming more and more available. It may be available at your local grocer, but if it is not, you can certainly buy it online. I like Stanton Orchards because they are located in the United States in Montgomery Michigan.Their juice is never pasteurized, gluten-free, non-GMO, allergen-free, cross contamination free, and FDA compliant. www.stantonorchards.com

HOW TO USE TART CHERRY JUICE CONCENTRATE? Since the juice concentrate is highly concentrated, you will need to dilute it. Typically, one ounce of cherry juice to seven ounces of water will make a nice glass of cherry juice.You can get creative by mixing it in with fresh squeezed apple juice or lemonade to make a refreshing glass of cherry lemonade.

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CHERRY POM PUNCH (Post-workout recovery drink) Super-natural ingredients: y 1 oz. non-pasteurized tart cherry juice concentrate y 1 oz. fresh pomegranate juice y 6 oz. water y -1 tsp. stevia Whip it up: 1. Cut the pomegranate in half. Using a manual juice press, squeeze the juice from one-half of the pomegranate. 2. Drain the juice from a young Thai coconut and set aside. (If you are in a pinch, you can use coconut water purchased in a carton or glass jar). 3. Measure all ingredients and pour into a glass. Stir well. 4. Sip and enjoy!

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GETTING BIKINI READY MEANS RIDDING YOUR BODY OF EXCESS FAT.THIS SUPER CHARGED WORKOUT IS DESIGNED TO DO JUST THAT.THROUGH A SERIES OF PLYOMETRIC EXERCISES YOU CAN UP YOUR CALORIE EXPENDITURE, QUICKLY SENDING YOUR BODY INTO FAT-BURNING MODE.

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TUCK JUMPS Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms extended in front of you. Bend at the waist and lower your butt to bring your chest to your knees. Use momentum to propel yourself up to a tuck jump; your knees should come close to your chest at the top and bottom of the movement. Perform 10 reps.

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Catch up to your favorite celebrity or character. My son chose the tallest person he knew, National Basketball Association’s Yao Ming, and we put a life-sized poster of him on the wall of his bedroom. Over the years, he enjoyed determining, “Hey, Mom! I’m up to his waist!” or “Wow! I’m up to his elbows now!” Save a little money together. Kids can be pretty expensive so why not put aside a little green for their futures while also measuring their growth? This method can be accomplished in many different ways but one of the most visually rewarding MW WMQTP] WXYJ½RK E NEV [MXL UYEVXIVW

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ROWTH. IT COMES IN MANY FORMS. PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, INTELLECTUAL. FOR KIDS, IT’S ALL ABOUT BEING ABLE TO REACH THE BATHROOM FAUCET, RIDE THE BIG ROLLERCOASTER AT THE AMUSEMENT PARK OR JUST SIT IN THE FRONT SEAT OF THE CAR. Some children grow early while others don’t experience bodily and developmental changes until later in their little lives.The important thing for a child and his or her parent to understand is that, like life, growth is not about the destination but rather the journey. And, since you don’t want to miss even one mile marker along the way, there are lots of different methods you can use to track the trip.

popular. Most children think of their growth primarily in verticality so they appreciate using a chart that enables them to measure and record their HMWXERGI JVSQ XLI ¾SSV &YX FI WYVI XS hang it somewhere where it can stay, because you’ll likely be measuring your little people for well over a decade!

Plant a progressive garden. Recognizing the passing years of a child’s life can be just as important as QIEWYVMRK LIV MRGLIW 4PERX E ¾S[IV SV ZIKIXEFPI KEVHIR SR LIV ½VWX FMVXLHE] Then each year add one new item to the mix. She will not only be able to see the individual plants grow year after year, she’ll also be able to see the entire project develop as a whole … just like she does. And when she’s old enough, be sure to include her in the garden’s maintenance. It’s a great project for a parent and child to share with each other. However you chart the journey, just remember that everyone reaches the destination differently. Some drive through the night to get there first while others prefer to take the scenic route and make a few stops along the way. The important thing is that you celebrate every mile marker together. And don’t forget to make predictions or “growth guesses” for the following year with a little prize for whoever comes the closest!

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When Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? It isn’t wise to wait until your wisdom teeth start to bother you. Generally, early removal of wisdom teeth results in an easier surgery and less complicated healing process. Medical studies strongly recommend that wisdom teeth be removed during teenage years to prevent future problems and to ensure optimal healing. It’s recommended all people have their wisdom teeth evaluated by an oral surgeon before high school graduation.

What Can I Expect During Surgery? Wisdom tooth surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures performed. Most people require wisdom tooth removal at some point in their life. Having the surgery as a teenager is generally easier, less risky, and the healing process is quicker and more reliable. Most wisdom tooth surgeries do not require hospital admission and can be performed in our ofice. Most people choose to do this under IV anesthesia. Today, surgery can be performed in comfort and maximal safety using our modern surgical and anesthetic techniques. Most young people can return to normal activities within a couple of days after surgery. We can discuss your options at the time of consultation. What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon? Oral and maxillofacial surgery is the specialty of dentistry that includes the diagnosis, surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries and defects involving both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the mouth and face region. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a graduate of an accredited dental school who has completed an additional four or more years of training in an accredited, hospitalbased oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program. Board certiication requires additional study and rigorous examination. Our surgeons at COMS are certiied by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

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RAISING BABIES IS A TRICKY ENDEAVOR. NO MATTER WHAT SPECIES OF BABY YOU ARE RAISING, BABIES HAVE THE ABILITY TO HUMBLE AND CHARM THEIR CARETAKERS IN THE MOST UNEXPECTED WAYS. I HAVE PERSONALLY BEEN CHARMED BY BABIES OF MANY DIFFERENT SPECIES: SEA LION PUPS, FLAMINGO CHICKS, DOLPHIN CALVES, KITTENS, KANGAROO JOEYS, HUMAN BABIES, AND OF COURSE, PUPPIES. At this moment in time, I have yet to raise a human child. I have, however, successfully raised a puppy! That furry little piranha-monster brought me to my knees—I can't even tell you how many

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NEVER GROWING By Rena Crappell IS IT POSSIBLE THAT AS WE GROW OLDER IN YEARS, WE HAVE THE ABILITY TO MAKE CHOICES THAT KEEP US YOUNGER IN MIND AND BODY? THE ANSWER IS A RESOUNDING “YES!” hoosing a brain-healthy lifestyle can slow down and even prevent many of the maladies that make us feel “old”. The brain is amazing at any age. It’s an organ of change. Neuroscience shows that every time we learn something new the brain alters itself. In a sense, it never stops growing. If you learn even one new bit of information, tiny brain cells will make new connections. In the past it was believed

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Brain training helps you feel more motivated and excited about the future. It’s never too late to start. Why not start training your brain today? How? One proven way is to learn a new language. According to Pub Med Central of Canada, research has shown that bilingual speakers have higher levels of cognitive control than comparable monolinguals, especially at older ages. There are many helpful websites for learning a second language. For example, YouTube is helpful for learning ASL. Sign language is a great tool for brain stimulation because capturing visual details keeps the neurons firing. Why not get the whole family involved? It will make learning a new language easier if you have someone that shares your interest. There are some very interesting websites designed to increase brain activity. Enhance your memory and focus at lumosity.com or fitbrains.com. Don’t limit yourself. Mix it up and have fun!

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WHAT TO DO Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice potatoes in thin slices and toss with oil. Arrange on a parchment-covered cookie sheet (I needed to use two) and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for about 30 minutes until the potatoes begin to crisp around the edges. While the potatoes are baking, combine diced cucumbers, parsley, and lemon juice. Set aside. Let potatoes cool and arrange on a plate or serving dish, stacking them on top of each other to form a circle. Layer with baba ganoush and then cover with cucumber mixture. Serve immediately with hot sauce, kalamata olives and any other spices you want to add. „ NOTE: Add more veggies! Peppers, tomatoes, olives‌anything goes here. You can also make this in a casserole dish for a different presentation. A little easier to spread the baba ganoush this way, too.

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breath and couldn’t do much. “I made up my mind to change. I cut back on what I was eating,” she explained. “I came home every day from work; grabbed Kadam’s cell phone and walked as I listened to his playlists. That was my time to be with him and my time to exercise.” Facing her grief, with the guidance of a counselor, she volunteered to help coach in a community-swimming program where Kadam was a champion swimmer. “It wasn't easy, physically or emotionally, but it turned out to be a wonderful experience,” she said, adding she felt closer to Kadam when she was at the pool. Soon, she added swimming laps to her exercise program, helping her lose even more weight while following a low carb, no sugar diet.” In less than a year she lost 70-pounds and dropped down six pant sizes. “Life has changed for me, forever,” she observed. “It is a different life, but I believe that Kadam gave up his life for me to see what I need to do, like giving back to the community. Kadam’s life taught me that I am strong. Today, it is about losing weight, eating healthy and exercising, and it is also about being happy and moving on in the right direction.”

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ENTREPRENEUR, SAFE COSMETICS EXPERT , MAKE-UP ARTIST AND AUTHOR BRITTA ARAGON KNOWS ABOUT TOXIN DAMAGES FIRST HAND. WHILE MOST 16-YEAR-OLDS WERE THINKING ABOUT “SWEET SIXTEEN” CELEBRATIONS AND PUTTING A DRIVER’S LICENSE IN THEIR WALLETS, SHE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH HODGKIN’S DISEASE. THE CANCEROUS ATTACK ON HER IMMUNE SYSTEM SET THE FOUNDATION FOR A PROFESSION FOCUSED ON HEALTH AND WELLNESS. NINE YEARS LATER, SHE CONFIRMED HER CAREER DECISION. CANCER WAS A TURNING POINT IN HER LIFE ONCE AGAIN, SPARKING A PASSION FOR EDUCATING PEOPLE ON LIGHTENING THEIR TOXIC LOAD BY USING NATURAL AND ORGANIC PRODUCTS FOR A HEALTHIER LIFE.

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ine years after my diagnosis and treatment my father was diagnosed with colon cancer,” Aragon shared. “It spread into his lungs and his liver and he had a secondary cancer, brain cancer, and it all came back in the bones. My father fought for eight years and throughout he had all these chemotherapies, radiation, surgeries, and medications. All that caused side effects.” Using her experience as a make-up artist, she sought to relieve the damage from chemotherapy and medications to her father’s hair, skin and nails by using what she thought were the best available products for sensitive skin. When they burned and irritated his already fragile skin, she looked closely at the list of ingredients and was shocked. “Not only were there allergens and irritants in the product, but also it was full of carcinogens, hormone disruptors and other ingredients that had been linked to health issues,” she remembered. “First I wondered, why? Why were these ingredients in these products? Not only in the ones I was using for him, but also in the products my mother and I were using.Then there was anger. I became very protective. My father was my everything, my best friend. So I started researching and monitoring everything that came into our home. I bought natural, organic products from a health food store, but those weren’t effective on his sensitive, compromised skin. I was at a loss and there really wasn’t a lot of information out there. I was very frustrated with that.” That experience inspired her to become an advocate for safe skincare. She founded Cinco Vidas, a company devoted to raising awareness about toxins in personal care products, food, and the environment, for one reason only—to try to reduce risk of disease and help save lives. Her work, which ranges from speaking engagements and writing to a toxin-free line of skin care products, is dedicated to her father’s legacy. Translated as “Five Lives” in Spanish, honors her father who battled LMW [E] XLVSYKL ½ZI VISGGYVVIRGIW SJ

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LIVE A HEALTHY, TOXINFREE LIFE BRITTA ARAGON NOT ONLY TEACHES ABOUT LIVING A HEALTHIER LIFE, SHE LIVES IT TOO! HERE ARE SOME OF HER TOP TIPS: Eat Real Food. Let go of packaged, processed food and go back to basics! See how it changes your attitude, skin conditions, sleep, mental state and energy levels. Eat organic and free range to limit exposure to pesticides, antibiotics and cortisol. } Get Rid of Sugar. Sugar is nothing more than a legal drug and it is so disruptive – at a cellular level and at a mental level. It breaks down your immune system. } 5HPRYH ,Q½DPPDWRU\ )RRGV These include sugar, gluten, soy, caffeine and alcohol. } Sleep! A good night’s sleep changes so much. Create a sleep time that works for your, removing electronics an hour or two before bed, dimming the lights, having decaffeinated tea, taking a bath, or reading. Make sure you’re getting 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep. } Have Fun! Is there joy in your day? Your bank account, what you have, or your PIZIP SJ EGLMIZIQIRX HSIW RSX HI½RI WYGcess. If you’re not having fun doing it, why do it? That’s a hallmark of health. } Relationships. ,S[ JYP½PPMRK EVI ]SYV relationships? Is it give and take? Are you getting your needs met or are you just around people who bring you down and don’t support you? } Reduce Your Toxic Load. Do it for everything your bring into your home. Your cleaning products, personal care products, and make-up. } Self-Care. Are you taking enough time to take care of yourself? Are you taking IRSYKL XMQI XS KMZI XS ]SYVWIPJ ½VWX# 4YX XLI S\]KIR QEWO SR ]SYVWIPJ ½VWX 8LIR there’ll be time and energy to help others. }

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I believe that the breakdown of the body really starts in the mind. It starts the moment I’m not present. It starts the moment that I let things slide. It starts the moment I don’t honor my boundaries. people as possible.” Through it all, she never forgets the man who inspired it all. “I feel closer to my father now than I did when he was alive. I’ve grown up; I had a lot of challenges that have come up. I’ve had the opportunity to look at myself, and as I’ve grown the business, I’ve grown but instead of having someone to have conversations with, which I still do, I now have him in my heart and I

feel him in my meditations. I feel him in the guidance I get. He’s been a big, big business partner! All the decisions that have been made have been very much done with my dad. I connect with whatever I feel, that inner knowing, that feeling when I don’t know where to go, I turn to him, I talk and I feel guided in some way.”

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CHOC COFFEE CRUNCH ICE CREAM DreamsPrep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 4 hr Total Time: 4 hr 15 min Serves: 6 INGREDIENTS y4 bananas y1 cup of brewed coffee, (you can use instant if you like) y ½ cup cacao butter y ½ cup cacao powder y 2-3 tbs maple or coconut sugar y ½ cup roasted peanuts, crushed y Popsicle tray and sticks y Cake cooling tray y Blender/processor INSTRUCTIONS1 1. Place coffee and bananas in a blender or processor, pulse until smooth 2. Pour into popsicle tray and freeze for at least 4 hours 3. Heat a non-stick pan on low, place cacao butter and maple/ sugar in it 4. When cacao butter is melted, turn off heat and add cacao powder, stirring until smooth, pour into a tall glass or jar wide enough for the ice GVIEQ XS ½X 5. Place peanuts on a plate 6. Remove ice cream from tray, dip ice cream into chocolate and wait for 10-15 seconds, then dip into peanuts

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e c n e t s i s r e P s Off y a P by Veronica Coons vcoons@gbtribune.com Photography by Hugo Gonzalez hgonzalez@gbtribune.com eadlines about dramatic weight loss or overcoming unimaginable odds often grab the public’s attention. Meanwhile, persistence, that quality that motivates a person to continue to do tough things day in and day out even when they don’t really want to, fades into the background, barely noticed. But over time, persistence pays off. That’s what Julie Spray, Great Bend, is inding. After the birth of her irst child, this mother of three made a decision to make itness and education priorities in her life, and the results are beginning to blossom. Commitment versus time On a recent April evening, Julie and her twins Maddox and Mersadie were in the kitchen baking treats for the Holy Family Fun Night. The smell of brownies baking illed the air. Still, the twins were eager to inish up and play a quick game of basketball, despite the April winds. Stefan, her oldest, wanted to spend a few more minutes playing on the computer before his teammates arrived to take him to basketball practice. Other days, she takes Mersadie to dance classes and Maddox to basketball practice. These are all part of the normal after-school routine at the Spray home.

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Evenings don’t usually offer much more free time as Julie is also an active volunteer, serving on several community boards and at her church. So evening meetings are a common occurrence, too. Add to this the college classes Julie began taking recently in order to complete her degree, and it’s no wonder it can be stressful at times getting supper on the table, let alone keeping schedules straight. She credits her commitment to itness for giving her the strength and self-conidence necessary to maintain her can-do attitude.

Success breeds success Prior to starting their family, Julie and her husband, Chris, both devoted many hours to their careers. She managed the local Applebees for six years, which regularly entailed working 70-hour weeks. Starting a family changed her life signiicantly. When she learned she was pregnant with Stefan, they agreed she would stay home with the children. This was especially important to them because Chris often traveled in his position as executive vice-president with

Venture Corporation. This was uncharted territory for Julie, however,r, as her own mother worked outside the home. As a highly drivenn person, she had to adjust her personal expectations,s, irst with Stefan, and then two-and-a-half years laterr with twins Mersadie and rly Maddox. She decided early tress on that she would keep stress at bay by making itness a cise priority. Meeting her exercise goals helps her to realize she can meet all her other goals, too.

Going beyond Shortly after giving birth to Stefan, Julie enrolled in a step-aerobics class taught by her sister-in-law Kelly at the local itness center, Club 1 Fitness. As she progressed through the classes, surrounded by the mirrors, she began to notice changes in the way she looked.

“I began to see the th dei d inition iti I was as getting i iin my arms dduring i the h workout,” she said. “It was exciting to see the results, and I began to wonder just how far I could go.” So when the twins were almost two, Julie switched from the step-aerobics classes to working with a personal trainer, and hasn’t looked back.

Hard-as-nails workout After dropping the kids off at school on a blustery Thursday morning, Julie headed straight over to Club 1 Fitness. By 8 a.m., she was already into her twice-weekly training session with personal trainer David Tudor. They have a love-hate relationship, he says. She loves the workout, but he drives her to her limits. Yet, she keeps coming back for more. “She actually works harder for me than many of my clients that are men,” Tudor said. She’s been working with him for the past year. Some days, they do straight cardio, others it’s a combination of cardio and muscle building. They may meet at the gym, but sometimes it’s the park. Julie says she gets bored easily, so they switch up workouts often. This also helps to ensure that no one group of muscles gets left out. Her workout this day consists of “hangling”, lipping tractor tires, a rope circuit, and pushing a small weighted tire acro across the long side of the indoor tennis cou court for a cardio element. She inishes off wit with an abdominal workout – far beyond the typical crunch. She does 30-second pplanks and pikes. She ends her workout with her shoulders and abs on ire. The goal is to increase strength, build muscle and burn fat.

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Meeting my goals helps me keep a good attitude when I’m struggling with the things all mothers face.

There is no apology needed for accepting a hand from her trainer as she works past her comfort zone; she’s earned it. And the deinition of emerging biceps and triceps is not lost on the casual observer. She is a picture of femininity and strength.

Smart moves Right after high school, Julie earned an associate’s degree in early childhood education and spent nearly 10 years working at Sunlower Diversiied Services before she took over management at

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Applebees. Recently she made the decision to go back to school and complete her bachelor’s degree with an eye towards becoming a physical education teacher. Julie is currently taking classes at Barton Community College and online classes with Kansas State University. She is excited about the progress she’s making with her education, progress that is not lost on her family. Stefan recognizes her efforts, she said. Sometimes he struggles with school. When he sees her studying, it helps him realize he needs to study as well. Dedication and hard work are worth the effort. The same is true with her workouts. It helps him to realize that he also needs to take care of himself physically because he sees her taking caree of herself, too. Not only is she reaping the beneits of meeting her goals, she’s setting an example for her kids, and they in turn are beneitting. For Julie, that’s the big payoff.

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