Reflections: June 2016

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“Victory is fleeting.

Losing is forever.”

-Billie Jean King

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RIDING HIGH

Members Alexis Taylor-Silvernale and Joe Silvernale elevate Eastside equestrian sports.

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SQUASHING THE COMPETITION

Squash pro Latasha Khan explains why you should give the sport a try.

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EAT LIKE AN ATHLETE

Get inside advice about how the pros eat for optimal sports performance.

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A monthly spotlight on one of Bellevue Club’s sister clubs.

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Read about the Irish-born blues player playing at the Splash Deck Party.

TRAINER OF THE MONTH

Derik Broadnax shares four exercises to improve and test your movability.

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BELLEVUE CLUB OUTSTANDING GRADUATES Member-submitted photos and stories of accomplished BC students.

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LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON Learn about wine from a few local winemakers who keep it all in the family.

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A TRIP TO THE OLYMPICS Travel to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the XXXI Olympics.

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LETTER

june 2016 MANAGEMENT STAFF

the sports ISSUE

President S. W. Thurston Club Manager Mark Olson Financial Manager Jeff Ohlstrom Hotel Manager Jerry Stotler Executive Chef Chris Peterson Human Resources Director Donna Gray Communications Director Bonnie Tankovich Membership Director Carissa Ritter Tennis Director Brian Nash Aquatics Director Connor Eden Recreation Director Jill Clark Athletic Services & Spa Director Katie Wallis Head Swim Coach Nate O’Brien Fitness Coordinator Tricia Betenson Catering Director Jill Parravano

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hen was the last time you picked up a new sport?

I f i t ’s b e e n awhile, hopefully this issue will inspire you to change that because adding a new activity to your routine can often provide many wellness benefits including newfound strength, improved coordination and new friends.

Luckily, the Club makes it easy to do so with a wide variety of programming and connections to some of the most fascinating instructors in the region. For instance, few people know we have a world-class squash program, led by one of the most dominant players in the world. Her name is Latasha Khan, and you can read more about her story on page 52.

We’ve also included a profile on members Alexis Taylor-Silvernale and Joe Silvernale and their relatively new Aleron Training Stables. They specialize in elite hunter jumper horse riding, a unique sport to say the least. And while the Club isn’t directly connected to the barn, these members are anxious to help new students of all levels fall in love with riding.

Once you’re done breaking a sweat learning a new sport, be sure to read “Eat Like an Athlete” by BC dietitian Wendy Caamano. The information she gives is designed to help you refuel and recharge no matter your sport of choice. Caamano has experience working with professional athletes on the NWSL Seattle Reign soccer team and the WNBA Storm basketball team, so be sure to heed her advice for optimal sports performance nutrition.

Articles featuring golf, tennis and swimming are included in the issue as well, so take your pick and have fun!

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UPFRONT

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Connection

CONTRIBUTORS

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t is hard to believe I have been involved with the Bellevue Club for more than 36 years. My parents were charter members, and it has always been a great place for my family to be active, dine and meet new friends.

In fact, when I was younger I played in the junior tennis program and worked in the tennis department during high school (there were no e-mails or no cell phones; reservations were taken manually and recorded on sheets of paper!). Shortly after graduating from Whitman College, I returned to the Club as the tennis director, and the rest is history.

The Club has definitely had a huge impact on my life, and I feel like in many ways I have grown up with it. But throughout the years, the most influential aspect has been meeting some incredible people who have helped me along the way. I met some of my best friends here—Perry Elsasser, a fellow teacher—for example. I also met my wife, Kristin, here—who at the time was also employed by the Bellevue Club.

As the tennis director, my goal has always been to foster this community by creating active and fun tennis programs that bring players together and create friendships. I always try to include social opportunities in our tennis programs, tournaments, trips and events.

To illustrate the importance of the social aspect, I would like to share a brief story of two brothers (now in college) who played in our junior program. On one of the junior trips they took, they made a very special friendship that will last a lifetime, and Briton Richardson recently shared the following experience with me:

“One year, the tennis program sponsored a junior tennis trip to visit Boise State University and meet the team. While the experience of traveling and playing in Boise was fun, the best part of the trip was the people we met. My brother, Rhys, and I befriended several of the players, including Clancy and Luke Shields and Coach Patton. Before long, many of the team members came to stay with us before their match against the University of Washington. In addition, they stayed with our family several times for the Washington State Open. Since then, Rhys and I have stayed in contact with Clancy and Luke, and have followed them even after their collegiate careers.

The connections we made with these guys when we were young propelled us to continue to play and improve our games. We were fortunate enough to have the Bellevue Club offer these types of trips that allowed us to make friends with the team. It is these types of lasting connections that helped us see the opportunities tennis could continue to give us.”

It is these types of stories that let me know the connections we are making here are meaningful and long-standing. This summer I encourage you to get out and make a few of your own. See you on the courts.

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MICHAEL M AT T I

Michael Matti is a Seattle-based travel photographer and social media influencer.

Find him on Instagram @MichaelMatti or at michaelmatti.com. SEE MICHAEL’S WORK IN “SQUASH” [PAGE 52].

JULI E AR NAN

Julie Arnan specializes in stories o n l i f e ’s g o o d stuff—food, wine, travel and culture. Follow her ad ve nt u r e s on Instagram @JulieArnan. SEE JULIE’S WOR K IN “LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON” [PAGE 32].

HALEY SHAPLEY

When she’s not on the road, Haley S haple y writes about travel, health and more from her home in

Seattle. SEE HALEY’S WORK IN “A TRIP TO THE OLYMPICS” [PAGE 46].

CONTRIBUTE TO REFLECTIONS MAGAZINE!

Are you an eager writer or photographer? We are currently looking for talented freelancers to join our creative team. If you are interested, please email reflections@bellevueclub.com.

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ATHLETICS The world-class athletic facilities at the LAAC include basketball courts, squash courts, fitness studios and classes, conditioning equipment and a swimming pool. Post-workout, rejuvenate in the new spa or classic barbershop and salon.

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MUSIC SCENE june 2016

Meet JP HENNESSY

The Irish-born blues player is playing at Bellevue Club’s Summer Kick-off Party on June 25. Catch him at many other shows throughout the summer as well.

Reflections magazine: When did you first know you wanted to be a musician?

JP Hennessy: It was at the age of 16. My best friend at the time was a fantastic piano player, and every time he would play, I would want to jam along with him. So I started playing the guitar and we formed a band. I’ve been performing in bands and writing music ever since.

RM: What brought you to the Pacific Northwest area from Ireland?

JPH: Initially, I came to Seattle when I was touring in an Irish rock band called the VooDoos. We were on tour with Queensrÿche. While it was music that first brought me here, it was love that kept me here.

RM: What drew you to rock and blues music?

JPH: When I first started playing guitar, I was really into the greats like Jimi Hendrix, B. B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, etc. I’ve always looked up to the artists who are killer guitar players and can sing just as well. The blues has also always had a strong hold over me—in a good way. I find that playing the blues can be very therapeutic. It’s so expressive.

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RM: What are some of your most memorable moments playing music?

JPH: The most memorable and amazing moment was performing at the MTV EMA Awards in Belfast, Ireland, in 2011. We performed in front of 15,000 people moments before Jason Derulo and Snow Patrol took the stage. Then we were given VIP treatment and brought to the awards show where we were only 30 yards away from Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. That was a memorable night!

RM: Are you working on a new project?

JPH: Yes, I’m currently working on my debut album.

Recording begins in late April, and I’m hoping for a summer release. I’m really excited about this! I’ll be posting pictures and updates about it on my social media sites.

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TRAINER OF THE MONTH june 2016

TEST YOUR

MOVABILITY Sure you might be able to lift heavy weights or run long distances, but how’s your movability? Bellevue Club personal trainer Derik Broadnax shares four movements that will reveal how your body is functioning on a basic level. They might seem simple at first, but give them a try and you’ll see they are far from easy. #�.

PASSIVE HANG

Hanging is good for increasing grip strength, passive scapular elevation and decompression of the spine.

Find a bar to hang from that allows complete spinal elongation. Start hanging using both hands. When you can hang easily with two hands for one minute, start transitioning to a one-arm hang.

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Squatting stretches the knees, ankles and hips, while decompressing the spine.

Feet hip width or wider, drop into a squat with your arms resting on your knees. Rest in that position for as long as you want, with a good goal being ease or comfort in the posture. Once you are comfortable holding the squat, try it with your feet together or on one leg as a pistol squat.

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SHIN BOX

The purpose of the shin box is to passively stretch the hips and increase joint mobility using internal and external rotation.

Sit on the floor with one shin placed in front of you and one leg tucked behind. Stay in this resting position for as long as you want, or stretch the hands out front and practice alternating sides.

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SHOULDER DISLOCATE

The primary purpose of the shoulder dislocate is to increase shoulder mobility and function.

Grab onto an unweighted stick.

Keeping the elbows straight, rotate the stick as close to 360 degrees as possible, starting from the front of the body and reaching overhead to the back. To make the movement easier, spread your arms wider apart.

Join Derik for his “It’s All Fun and Games” movement workshop on June 25. Email fitness@bellevueclub.com for more information.

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Bel lev ue Club Out st a nd i ng Graduates Over the past few months, we asked members to submit photos of their graduates in celebration of our accomplished BC students. We proudly present these outstanding students from the class of 2016.

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EMILY DAVID GRADUATED FROM TSINGHUA

Emily received recognition from Carnegie Institute (Beijing) for international peace. Her future goals include improving relations between the United States and China.

KATE HENNINGSEN GRADUATED MAGNA CUM LAUDE FROM GONZAGA UNIVERSITY

Kate has future plans to complete an internship and subsequently attend Georgetown Law School.

KAMERON MCLAIN

GRADUATED FROM BOSTON COLLEGE

Kameron received a scholarship to play volleyball for the University of Washington while earning a master’s degree in communication. Her future plans include either playing volleyball professionally or entering the public relations field.

BEN SCANDELLA GRADUATED FROM MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

After receiving a doctorate in environmental science this year, Ben has future plans to stay at MIT to pursue postdoctoral research.

ANDREW FR ANKE GRADUATED FROM EASTSIDE CATHOLIC

Andrew earned the honor of salutatorian for his high school class. He has future plans to pursue his undergraduate degree and subsequently earn an MBA or attend law school. bellevue club june 2016 | 27

BRITTLEY GA AN GRADUATED FROM BELLEVUE HIGH SCHOOL

Brittley received a soccer scholarship to Lesley University. She also received an offer to play for the Hong Kong Women’s National Soccer Team.

EMMETT AND ANDELA EGGER

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Emmett and Andela were both on scholarship to play tennis for the University of Washington all four years. They both received academic scholarships to University of Miami for law school and medical school, respectively.

GRADUATED FROM MERCER ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL

Isaac will attend Stanford University. He received the Liberty Mutual National Merit Scholarship, and he plans to study economics and international relations.

GREY SUNDERLAND GRADUATED FROM BELLEVUE BIG PICTURE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Grey received the Bellevue School District Merit Award for 3.7 and higher grade point average and was selected by U.S. Box Lacrosse to represent the United States in lacrosse exhibitions in the U.S. and Canada.

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Katie will attend Villanova University and was awarded a four-year Navy ROTC scholarship.

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DYLAN MAJEWSKI GRADUATED FROM MERCER ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL

Dylan received a highest merit scholarship to Gonzaga, but ultimately chose to attend University of Washington. He hopes to pursue a career in civil engineering while enjoying his hobbies as an athlete, jazz musician and world traveler.

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LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON Keeping Wine All in the Family w r itten by j ulie a r na n

As the calendar ticks closer to that manliest of holidays rife with gifted neckties, we decided to shine the spotlight on three wine industry fathers who have inspired their sons to follow suit.

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LONG SHADOWS VINTNERS Allen Shoup (founder and managing partner), Dane Narbaitz (president and Bellevue Club member), Ryan Shoup (tasting room manager) Allen Shoup casts a long shadow, indeed. Not only was he the CEO at Chateau Ste. Michelle (CSM) for two decades, where he grew revenues from $5 million to $175 million, but it was under his guidance that the Columbia Valley appellation was named and registered. Shoup earned both the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sunset magazine and “Personality of the Year” from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. And somewhere in all that achievement, Shoup built a marriage with wife Kathleen and raised two boys—his stepson Dane Narbaitz and son Ryan.

As sons of an acclaimed winemaker, Dane and Ryan were encouraged to taste wine at the family dinner table, but both claim they had close to zero interest in the subject until after college.

“I’m not going to lie,” says Ryan. “The winemaking process initially seemed very boring,” though he does remember being fascinated by watching the bottling line and forklift operations while his father worked at CSM—that and following the peacocks around the estate.

Dane agrees. “As a child, everything about wine was boring.” But now that he is older and involved in the business, he considers the winemaking process to be the most exciting part of what they do.

Dane started his career as a graphic designer working for one of the leading wine packaging firms in California before transitioning to account management and sales with Kendall-Jackson, then becoming Northwest regional manager for the Robert Mondavi Corporation before joining the family business at Long Shadows Vintners.

Allen and Kathleen never pressured their sons into joining the wine industry.

“Their mother and I wanted them to be well educated, working at what they enjoyed and experiencing the rewards that would result from that process,” says Allen. But when even your sons describe you as a “pioneer” in an industry, the allure must be contagious.

DANE NARBAITZ, ALLEN SHOUP, RYAN SHOUP

“I feel lucky to have someone with his experience and knowledge as my mentor,” After a year of working on packaging designs and helping to develop the Nine Hats label, Ryan was hooked. “I fell in love with our brand and know how special our winery is due to my father’s vision and execution. Now that I manage our tasting room, I get to tell people the story of our winery every day, which is awesome.”

“I feel lucky to have someone with his experience and knowledge as my mentor,” says Dane. “His teachings about wine were always meant to be educational . . . mainly to help me to develop an appreciation for

wine and food together, rather than to encourage or prepare me for a career in the wine industry. I want the same for my children. Regardless of what they decide to pursue as a career, they will at least have a solid understanding of wine.”

FAMILY TRADITION: It’s true what they say—it takes a lot of beer to make wine. In this family’s case, the beer better be cold (Ryan), dark (Allen), and craft (Dane). Or, as Long Shadows’ Randy Dunn prefers, the beer should actually be tequila.

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NOVELTY HILL / JANUIK WINERY Mike Januik (winemaker/owner) ANDREW JANUIK WINES Andrew Januik (winemaker/owner) The Washington wine community is something of a “Seven Degrees of Kevin Bacon” puzzle where Kevin Bacon is actually Chateau Ste. Michelle (CSM). Look closely enough and most of the “Who’s Who” have put in time at the state’s iconic winery. Mike Januik is no exception with a decade of CSM experience. Wine Enthusiast magazine named him one of the world’s 10 “Masters of Merlot,” and Januik has claimed hundreds of 90+ ratings. During the 1990s, he reimagined CSM’s winemaking program, implementing single-vineyard-designated wines and its reserve program.

So when Januik went solo in 1999, it is no surprise the Januik Winery label was a huge success. It was also at that time that he began making wine for Novelty Hill. Of his two sons, it was Andrew who caught the spark while filling barrels during middle school. The younger Januik remembers carrying “thank-you” wine to school in his backpack destined for teachers at the end of the school year.

Andrew says he quickly became interested in the winemaking process, partly because of the hands-on work involved.

“It truly is an activity with constant motion and action, which for a teenager is very appealing and helps keep away boredom while working,” says Andrew.

During one of his first harvests, Andrew was deeply impressed by the sense of community within an industry where everyone works hard and leans on each other for support.

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QUILCEDA CREEK VINTNERS Alex Golitzen (founder), Paul Golitzen (winemaker)

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With a background in chemical engineering, a passion for wine and a famous winemaking uncle (André Tchelistcheff of Napa Valley) to show him the trade, Alex Golitzen had all the ingredients for a successful winery. In 1979, when his son Paul was about 9 years old, Golitzen made his first vintage of 150 cases. A few years later, the family took a trip to Bordeaux, where a chateau owner treated them to a luncheon and wine tasting.

“As we left the chateau, Paul turned to me and said, ‘Boy, Dad, I really like this lifestyle,’” recalls Alex. Paul confirms that saying this was when he truly fell in love with the idea of becoming a winemaker.

In 1988, 18-year-old Paul asked his dad if he could test out some new techniques with a few barrels. “He’s very experimental and always trying to push the envelope,” says Alex.

“He’s a much finer winemaker than I ever was,” says Alex. “He has a world-class palate. Paul is the one who made Quilceda Creek what it is today.”

Though Paul went on to study economics at UW, his heart was always at the winery. Alex bestows high praise, saying eventually father studied under son. “He’s a much finer winemaker than I ever was,” says Alex. “He has a world-class palate. Paul is the one who made Quilceda Creek what it is today.”

As a quick refresher course, Paul Golitzen earned perfect 100-point scores from Wine Advocate on the 2003, 2005 and 2007 Quilceda Creek cabernet sauvignon vintages—the first w iner y to achieve this honor in Washing ton State.

Those scores carried the winery through the 2008 recession, says Alex.

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Paul claims that the winery’s vertical integration of the vineyard land is what sets Quilceda Creek Vintners apart from the pack.

“It’s basically a farm-to-table experience that you can’t get from any other property, and I would love to hand it down to my daughter, Maya, as a third-generation owner/winemaker if she so chooses,” says Paul.

FAMILY TRADITION: Once a week, the family and employees get together to taste the finest wines in the market in order to develop their collective palates. “It’s an expensive proposition,” says Alex, “but the only way you learn something is to taste the very best the world has to offer.”

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RIDING HIGH Bellevue Club members Alexis Taylor-Silvernale and Joe Silvernale bring their passion for equestrian sports to the Eastside.

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ddly enough, the story of how Alexis Taylor-Silvernale and Joe Silvernale opened Aleron Training Stables starts with an Ironman race.

The tale goes that the two signed up for the endurance race and then happened to join the same training group. At the time, Alexis (a Medina native) had just returned to the Pacific Northwest after five years on Wall Street with AIG, and she was working for her family business, Seattle Gourmet Foods. Joe was practicing law with Perkins Coie LLP.

The Ironman came and went (they both successfully completed the race), but long after crossing the finish line they stayed in touch. It was a little later into their relationship, while visiting Alexis’ home, that Joe noticed a room filled with trophies, ribbons and equestrian blankets from Alexis’ junior riding years.

“That’s when he started to prod me about it. I couldn’t talk about it before because I missed it so much. Riding was always all or nothing for me. And before I went to college, it was such a big part of who I was,” Alexis says. “That’s when he found out what a big deal it was for me.”

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"I WANT TO MAKE RIDERS, AND I WANT A BARN WHERE STUDENTS ARE DEDICATED AND HUNGRY."

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Alexis was a successful junior athlete who competed in the hunter jumper discipline of riding from the time she was 8 years old. She quickly started competing in traveling horse shows and working with trainers on the East Coast, a region of the country she says dominates the sport.

“At any given time I was in the top 10 to 15 junior riders in the country. I competed in Grand Prix events when I was 16, jumping the highest levels available to junior riders. And we have a large national medal regional in Pacific Northwest which I won twice,” Alexis says.

“Towards the end, I was primarily based out of Connecticut training with a couple different trainers to get more access to the national level.”

Ultimately, Alexis put riding aside to attend NYU, where she earned degrees in finance and accounting. Subsequently, she enjoyed a successful career at AIG, becoming the youngest portfolio manager in the company at the time. “I loved it.

It was a hard life, stressful, but it was fun living in the city,” she says. But when the market began to crash in 2007, Alexis took the opportunity to move back to the Pacific Northwest, a place she says she always considered home. Around that time she met and married Joe, and when he learned the full story behind her passion for riding he encouraged her to jump back in the ring.

“So I did it. I got back into riding with a local teacher. Six months later, I had two horses and was working with a trainer in Atlanta, Hunt Tosh, and competing. That progression was a learning curve, but the skill and the feel came back very quickly,” she says.

But Alexis says this time around she wanted to do more than just ride; she wanted to become a professional trainer. In 2013, she got a business license and started coaching and growing her business. Eventually, she and Joe purchased what was then KGF equestrian center turning it into Aleron Training Stables, which opened in January 2015. Currently, the state-of-the-art facility (complete with a horse treadmill) in Kirkland houses 35 horses and represents about 20 competitive riders, with room to grow.

“What I founded Aleron on is true premium horse care and really individualized coaching. I want to make riders, and I want a barn where students are dedicated and hungry and they are willing to work hard. There’s no special talent or other requirement. You just have to really love the animal and always be willing to put the animal first,” she says. “I feel like we have a great group of clients that are just that.” bellevue club june 2016 | 43

Annika and Hanna Meyer, Bellevue Club members and Aleron riders, are two of those clients, and they say riding with Alexis has been nothing short of a dream.

“I think it’s the best training facility in the area. Alexis is great, and the horses she finds for us are amazing,” Annika, who is 16 years old, says. “It’s really different than most other sports because it’s a connection with an animal and you don’t really find that anywhere else.”

Hanna, 12, says she also values the unique friendship between animal and rider, and she looks forward to making riding a part of her life for a long time.

“Eventually I’d like to compete in college and afterwards. I’d like to keep riding for hopefully the rest of my life,” she says.

"THERE’S NO SPECIAL TALENT OR OTHER REQUIREMENT. YOU JUST HAVE TO REALLY LOVE THE ANIMAL."

Alexis gets immense satisfaction from working with young riders like the Meyers, and many of her clients have enjoyed success at the 12 to 18 horse shows the barn attends each year. She says it’s also very important for her to lead by example. “I ride and compete very actively myself. I won’t teach something I haven’t done or am not currently doing,” Alexis says.

And that dedication has paid off. In the fall of 2015, Alexis, riding a client horse named Citation, won the World Championship Hunter Rider Developing Professional title. That, among other accomplishments and titles, lets her know she is on the right track. She is currently ranked 13th in the country.

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Now in their third year, Alexis and Joe, who became the general manager of Aleron after retiring from practicing law and with his daughters Casey and Carly off at college, are excited to offer a local facility with national ties. They encourage riders of all levels to come take a tour or lesson.

“It makes me so happy,” Alexis says. “It’s so rewarding; I always wanted to teach, and I always wanted to share the sport that did so much for me. I believe it’s the reason I was able to succeed beyond my junior riding years, in college, on Wall Street. Riding set me up for life, and I always wanted to share that with people.” bellevue club june 2016 | 45

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When the Games of the XXXI Olympiad kick off in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, later this summer, it will be the first time in history that the international sporting event visits South America. The seaside host city, famed for its sandy beaches and joyous spirit, is sure to bring the fun from August 5 to 21—expect one very long, very athletic party.

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lanning to attend the Olympic Games is best done in advance (a couple of years in advance is optimal), but even if you haven’t made any arrangements yet, it’s still possible to make it to Rio this August. Americans can purchase tickets through CoSport.com. As of press time, there are individual tickets left for track and field, badminton, basketball, boxing, equestrian dressage and eventing, fencing, soccer, golf, handball, judo, tae kwon do, indoor volleyball and weight lifting. CoSport also sells hotel and ticket packages that could get you into some of the more-coveted events, like beach volleyball, swimming and gymnastics—but these do come at a pretty high cost.

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If you just want to soak in the atmosphere and aren’t worried about tickets to particular events, three areas in the city will host big-screen TVs for crowds to watch for free: Madureira Park, the seafront in Porto Maravilha and the Miécimo da Silva Sports Centre in Campo Grande.

For accommodations, the pickings are getting slim, but there are hotels, inns, B&Bs, and hostels accepting reservations. Try Booking. com to see what’s available. Airbnb is an official partner of the Games this year, giving visitors more alternatives to traditional lodging.

Don’t have time to get a visa? Don’t worry. The requirement has been waived for U.S., Canadian, Australian, and Japanese citizens from June 1 to September 18. That will save you the regular $160 visa fee.

Join us under the stars.

You’re there to see the Games, of course, but while you’re in Brazil, take some time to see the sights. A good starting point for getting the lay of the land is to head up. The top of Sugarloaf Mountain is particularly popular (a cable car will take you there), as is Corcovado, the mountain where the famous Christ the Redeemer statue stands with arms outstretched (here, it’s most fun to take the train up). If you want to hike, head to Dois Irmãos, where a trail will lead you to breathtaking views. From your spot above the city, you can plan where to go to soak in the Olympics spirit next.

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Lessons Learned from the Vancouver Olympics Back in 2010, I attended my first Games in person. It was an exciting, exhilarating—and often tiring—trip, one that I’d definitely repeat again someday. Here’s the advice I gleaned from the experience:

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Know that it will be different than viewing at home.

There is a trade-off to watching the action in person—while you almost certainly won’t get to see as many events as you would if you were sitting on your couch glued to the TV (as I usually am during Olympics season), the energy and enthusiasm in the air are things that don’t transmit 100 percent through your television.

Research beforehand. Learning what you can about the sports and athletes before attending an event provides for a more meaningful experience. While some events have commentators for the crowds (like alpine skiing), others don’t, and it’s always more fun when you have some idea of what’s going on. Plus, athletes’ backstories are—at least for me—one of the best parts of the Games.

Stay as close as you can to the events. I know people who stayed in towns farther away and they did just fine, but I was thankful every night when I could easily walk back to the centrally located B&B where I was staying. Availability and price definitely dictate your accommodations, but the closer you are, the more time you’ll have to enjoy the experience.

(Everything is spread out at the Summer Games, given the number of events, but aiming for a spot within access of good transportation options will save you some commuting aggravations.)

Embrace the lines. The Games are crowded. On the weekends, extremely crowded. Fortunately, everyone at the Olympics seemed to be in a cheerful mood, and everyone was very friendly. Striking up a conversation with fellow linestanders proved to be informative and an entertaining way to pass the time. You never know whom you might meet!

You can sleep when it’s over. You’re not likely to be well rested during the Games, with so much to see and do at all hours of the day and night. Sometimes this meant sacrificing my beauty sleep when the alarm went off at 3:00 a.m., and while I may have been a little groggy, I’ll remember those once-in-a-lifetime Olympics-related experiences far longer than I’d remember eight hours of sleep.

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SQUASHING THE COMPETITION Latasha Khan may be one of the most dominant athletes you’ve never heard of. She’s a seven-time women’s US National singles squash champion (she was the first person ever to reach seven titles, and still holds the record for women). She was also the first United States player to win double gold medals (singles and doubles) at the Pan American Games. She’s held 10 Women’s Squash Association (the world professional tour) titles, and the list goes on. >>

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The only reason Khan isn’t a household name is because for years her sport of choice—squash—has never been in the limelight in the United States, despite being wildly popular in other parts of the world.

She says that’s all changing, though, especially if she has anything to do with it.

Khan, a squash pro at the Bellevue Club, is a Seattle native and comes from a family of squash players. Her father, Yusuf Khan, was a prominent professional player from India who came to Seattle as a tennis pro and squash teacher. Latasha started playing when she was nine years old.

“There were eight of us [children]: four played squash, and three of us became professional players,” Khan explains. “My older sister, she also won a national championship and four junior titles. She made it to 23 in the world, and I practiced a lot with her growing up.”

Khan began her own domination of the sport right away. As a junior player, she was a four-time national champion. “I was the top junior. I was undefeated in the international circuit for squash. I didn’t even lose any games. I won 3-0.”

Wanting to stay local, Khan eventually played for the University of Washington, and at 23 she committed to playing full-time on the professional circuit, winning her first national championship that year. For many years she traveled, playing against top athletes across the world.

But Khan says the game has given her so much more than titles and accolades. She lists lifelong fitness, camaraderie and a means to travel as rewards to playing the sport.

“It’s just fun, too. Squash is fun. You get a good workout, and you’re challenging your mind. Really, it’s very addictive, and it’s constantly changing, evolving strategies,” Khan says.

It’s good that she feels this way because squash occupies all of Khan’s time.

When she isn’t training (approximately five hours a day) for her own professional competition play, she coaches players of all ages and experience levels.

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A NOTE ABOUT SQUASH BALLS Khan says one of the biggest complaints she hears about squash is that the ball doesn’t bounce properly. “People say the ball doesn’t bounce, but what they don’t realize is that the ball is rubber and you literally have to warm up the ball in order for it to bounce.

The balls are cold, and as you hit one, it heats up.”

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She says one of the most exciting things happening in the sport is a gaining popularity among the junior division.

She explains that right now the sport is on the rise among younger people for many reasons.

“It’s growing a lot. It’s really expanding now at the junior level on the East Coast because it’s so big on the collegiate level. The junior program in the Northeast is huge because they all want to play collegiate-level squash.”

She says squash can often help students gain an extra edge in getting into some of the most competitive schools in the country, including Harvard, Yale and Columbia—which have the most successful squash programs. But getting into an Ivy League school isn’t the only objective.

“It’s good for socialization skills; players have to find partners. And you see kids supporting each other, getting a good workout. It’s a lot like puzzles, they’re always working their mind while being physically active at the same time.”

Khan says this rise for juniors doesn’t mean the sport isn’t accessible to all ages. She teaches 6-year-olds and 60-year-olds alike, and says everyone gains something.

“Actually this is a sport where the more you play, the harder it gets,” she says. “But it’s all still fun.”

And while there’s no sign of squash becoming an Olympic sport anytime soon, she says she will continue to advocate on behalf of the sport. “Squash is the only sport that is in everything else but the Olympics. And it should be there.”

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Have a big race or game?

Boost your sports performance with these tips from Bellevue Club dietitian Wendy Caamano.

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EAT AND DRINK LIKE AN ATHLETE TIMING IS EVERYTHING Follow these guidelines to maximize your performance before, during and after the event.

Two to four hours before the event: Eat a meal (athlete’s plate on following page), and drink two to four cups of fluids.

One to two hours before the event: Eat a snack of fruit, peanut butter and honey on toast, and drink two to four cups of fluids.

Last hour before the event: Eat small amounts of low-fiber, starchy foods such as pretzels and water. If you can’t tolerate food, drink sips of a carbohydratecontaining sports drink.

Event time: During breaks eat watery foods such as fresh fruit or toast with jam. Drink five to 12 ounces of a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes when possible.

Directly after event: Eat a post-event snack such as fresh fruit, a smoothie, hummus and veggies, pretzels.

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DO YOU REALLY UNDERSTAND RECOVERY? Caamano says when addressing recovery nutrition she uses the four Rs, a system recommended by the United States Olympic Committee.

Rehydrate with fluids and electrolyte-containing fluids. This combats dehydration.

Replenish muscle glycogen stores with carbohydrates. Carbohydrates will refuel glycogen stores in the muscles and liver.

Repair and regenerate muscle tissue with high-quality protein. This will address the breakdown of muscle that occurred during activity.

Reinforce your immune system with nutritious, fresh foods. Vegetables, whole grains and fish are good for dealing with cell damage and inflammation.

OATMEAL BANANA PANCAKES These delicious pancakes are high in protein and made with whole grains. They are a wonderful treat after a hard workout. Choose whatever additions you have on hand and sound good to you.

1 ripe medium-to-large banana 2 eggs ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (or to taste) ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup rolled oats ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon baking soda Nonstick cooking spray Optional additions: pecans, blueberries, chocolate chips, etc.

Optional toppings: butter, maple syrup, peanut butter or honey Peel the banana, and put it in a small bowl. Using a whisk, mash up the banana. Then add eggs, cinnamon and vanilla extract. Whisk wet ingredients together until well combined. In a blender or food processor, blend together rolled oats, salt, baking powder and baking soda until the oats are a powder-like consistency. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisk together until well combined. Heat a griddle or a large skillet over medium. Coat with cooking spray. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto skillet. Add nuts or berries if desired. Let batter cook until bubbles appear on surface and edges appear dry (about two minutes).

Flip pancakes with a spatula. Cook until browned on the other side (about one minute). Serve pancakes topped with butter or maple syrup if desired. Source: C. Louie, original recipe MEET WENDY AND LEARN MORE On June 6, join Wendy at the Bellevue Club and learn how to correctly fuel your body to achieve optimal performance in your sport of choice. Topics include meal timing, fluid intake, meal portion sizes, recovery methods and more. $25/member 60 | june 2016 reflections

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ATHLETE’S PLATE : Beef/Game/Lamb, Fish, Eggs, Low-fat dairy, Soy, Legumes/Nuts

GRAINS

LEAN PROTEIN

Pasta, Rice, potatoes, cereals, breads, legumes

GRAINS:

LEAN PROTEIN

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VEGETABLES

Raw veggies, cooked veggies, veggie soups

VEGETABLES:

FUELING YOUR RECOVERY Hard/high-intensity training (start recovery immediately after): Eat 0.5 gram of carbohydrates for every one pound of body weight; aim for 15 to 20 grams of protein. Drink 24 ounces.

Moderate training (within 30 minutes to an hour): Timing and balance of nutrient intake is important but less stringent.

Easy training: Recovery can occur at next planned meal.

CHICKEN FRIED RICE The Feed Zone Cookbook by Chef Biju Thomas and Dr. Allen Lim features 150 athlete-friendly recipes that are simple, delicious and easy to prepare. For more recipes, go to FeedZoneCookbook.com.

This recipe is exactly as Allen presented it to his class in the third grade and exactly as he serves it to athletes at training camps, races or impromptu dinners at his place in Boulder, Colorado. At the 2010 Tour de France, this was Lance Armstrong’s favorite post-race dish.

1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves) 2–3 green onions, diced or thinly sliced 3 eggs 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 2 cups cooked rice 1 cup cooked boneless chicken thighs (2–3 pieces) 1 cup frozen peas and corn Optional additions: Sriracha sauce, sesame oil • Bring a lightly oiled sauté pan to medium-high heat. Add the garlic and green onions, and sauté for about one minute.

• In a small bowl, beat the eggs and soy sauce vigorously and pour into the hot pan. The pan should be hot enough to cause the eggs to fluff. Stir the eggs to cook them quickly.

• Add the rice and cooked chicken thighs, and fry the mixture for 5–6 minutes.

• Add the peas and corn, and cook until the vegetables heat through and are vibrant in color.

• Season to taste with salt, Sriracha sauce, and additional soy sauce or sesame oil. This recipe republished with permission of VeloPress.

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Improve your golf game with these three poses, picked to increase core strength, encourage flexibility through the shoulders and hips, improve concentration, and enhance balance and coordination. Yoga instructor, golf enthusiast and BC trainer Caroline Wagner says all these components can help on the course.

MODIFIED CRESCENT LUNGE

This pose is primarily for opening tight hips and hip flexors, a problem notorious in men.

“Opening the hips definitely helps with your swing, primarily the drive,� Wagner says.

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Meditation, pranayama (breathing exercises) and other mindfulness practices can help golfers perform under the pressure of the game and increase concentration skills.

WELLNESS FEATURE

BREATH WORK

“You really get the idea of marrying your breath with movement. It also helps with impatience. Golfing takes a lot of patience.�

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PLANKS

Holding planks will help golfers engage their center.

“When I’m really focused on engaging my core, I can drive 50 or 75 yards farther,” Wagner says.

COBRA

This stretch helps open tight shoulders and pectoral muscles while strengthening the back.

“This helps golfers with a nice, open swing.

“Opening the shoulders and chest helps you get a full range of motion in your swing,” she says.

Train with Caroline or take her Yoga for Golf classes on Tuesdays from 8:45-9:15 a.m. For more information, please email fitness@gmail.com.

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BRAIN TRAINING june 2016

Working out your brain is just as important as working out your biceps, so consider this your monthly dose of cognitive strength training.

ACROSS 1. Black caller 4. Cause of trembling 8. Groundless 12. Ram's ma'am 13. Tie up 14. Junk in the box?

15. Provided 17. Color for the tickled 18. Kind of ad 19. Isn't serious 20. "Cast Away" setting 23. Rope fiber 25. Labors 27. Knave 28. Chem class 31. Ready for shipping 33. Academic's achievement 35. Any boat 36. Celebrity, briefly 38. Alphabetizes, e.g.

39. Fragrant wood 41. Grant 42. Loser to Lewis 45. Domestic 47. Foreign dignitary 48. Medal contender 52. Adolescent development 53. Cartoonist's supplies 54. Pro 55. ___ to riches 56. Function 57. Hardly extroverted

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DOWN 1. Pricing word 2. What borrowers do 3. Gymnastics ideal 4. Hopper 5. Takes in 6. Sour 7. Danger signal 8. Drive forward 9. Keynoter's spot 10. It's picked from pockets 11. Lodge fellows

16. Live in the past?

19. Wears out 20. Yen 21. Miffed 22. Make-up artist?

24. Emulated Jack Horner 26. Evening hour 28. Angler's attachment 29. Liberal pursuits 30. Top 32. "___ not!"

34. Romance, e.g.

37. Copper finish 39. Hearts 40. Military standings 42. Eye drop?

43. Pantomimed disco title 44. Do a number 46. Halloween purchase 48. In shape 49. Possibilities 50. Mi, fah, ___, lah 51. Really test

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