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There are a number of options for getting and staying in shape for every energy level and ability.

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Summer fitness tips for staying in shape AMY SCHRADER

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ummer is the perfect time for getting outdoors and getting in shape.

Local fitness experts have tips on this season’s hottest workout trends.

“The most exciting thing about summer fitness is group hikes and boot camps,” said Dawnell Bally, professional fitness trainer and owner of Miss Savvy Personal Training in Oakley. “If it gets too warm, we just travel a little farther and enjoy the beautiful redwoods.”

Fitness boot camps combine a mix of aerobic and strength-training interval exercises in a small group setting that creates a sense of camaraderie among those who attend.

“I always recommend my clients to get in a good balance of weight training, body weight and stability workouts as well as cardio in every workout,” said Bally.

According to Bally, paddle boarding is another great way to get fit during summer.

“People are able to enjoy the outdoors and play on the Delta while getting in a fun new workout with friends,” said Bally.

For those looking for a fun twist on a traditional workout, Bally recommends trying goat yoga.

“Goat yoga is a new trend this year,” she said.

Another hot workout trend is high intensity interval training.

“Two of the most popular summer fitness trends are HIIT and group training,” said Sam Owle, health and fitness coach and owner of Resolutions4Life Fitness in Brentwood. “With HIIT, you get the most out of your workout and caloric burn in a shorter amount of time by alternating short periods of intense anaerobic exercises with short resting periods, and group training makes working out more fun,”

said Owle.

According to Owle, there is more energy in a group setting, and sometimes a bit of healthy competition, too.

“If the person working out next to you is pushing themselves, you will most likely be inspired to do the same,” said Owle.

For those not wanting to take a class or hit the gym, Owle recommends heading outdoors.

“Any type of movement or activity is always beneficial,” said Owle. “Go swimming, bike riding, take an early morning work or after-dinner stroll. Just get your body in motion.”

Linda Coogan, personal trainer and owner of Ms. Fit Personal Training Studio in Brentwood, has other suggestions on how to stay fit this summer.

“Some of this summer’s exercise trends are ultimate frisbee, obstacle-style races such as the Mud Runner, bodyweight exercises, rowing, kayaking and outdoor yoga,” said Coogan.

Coogan recommends incorporating anything that interests you into your summer workout.

“Pick something you think sounds fun, and most important, something you would stick with,” she said. “Consistency is key.”

Whether you are swimming, hiking or hitting an outdoor boot camp, it is important to stay safe in the heat.

Always stay hydrated, bring extra water and wear sun protection.

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Sutter Delta CEO brings experience, energy Did you DEANNA GORDON

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I just look forward to being here a number of years to ensure Delta is considered the hospital for the East Contra Costa County.

herie Hickman took over as chief executive officer of Antioch’s Sutter Delta Medical

Center on Jan. 2 and has spent the last several months embracing her new community.

Prior to working at Sutter Delta, she spent two years as an administrator at Novato Community Hospital, also within the Sutter Health hospital system. Her career in hospital administration spans more than 30 years.

“Based upon the things I’d been able to accomplish on behalf of Novato Community Hospital, I was asked if I would consider to come to Delta and was honored to do so,” Hickman said.

She estimates Sutter Delta is about three times larger than Novato Community Hospital and felt it was a natural upward transition for her. “(Novato) was an amazing performer,” Hickman said. “We got it from really good to great with a great team that could just carry it on.”

Hickman’s CEO role at Sutter Delta is hands-on. She spends about 90% of her time interacting with patients, customers, physicians and staff, listening to feedback and discussing how to improve care, efficiency

– Sherie Hickman, CEO, Sutter Delta Medical Center

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Sherie Hickman began her new role as CEO of Antioch’s Sutter Delta Hospital on Jan. 2. and service. The rest of the time she attends Sutter Health CEO and strategic committee meetings.

“I am very much here in Antioch at Sutter Delta the vast majority of the time,” she said.

Hickman said her favorite part of the job is the hands-on work and meeting face-toface with patients, and she enjoys working with her team at Sutter Delta. The transition

has been seamless, and she is excited to continue to work with the local community.

“I just look forward to being here a number of years to ensure Delta is considered the hospital for the East Contra Costa County,” Hickman said. “When I’m out and about in the community, I want people to say, ‘Hey, that’s my hospital. I need you guys to make sure you’re doing great things.’ I want them to continue to give us feedback about what we’re doing well or not well and tell us where they think we should be focusing on in terms of the future. In turn, this community has Sutter Health’s commitment to be here for them and to provide excellence.”

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Sunscreen ingredients can enter the bloodstream after just a day of use, according to a recent Center for Drug Evaluation and Research study.

Twenty-four healthy volunteers were randomly assigned a sunscreen containing avobenzone, oxybenzone, octocrylene or ecamsule and applied it to 75% of their bodies for four days. After the first day, five of six participants applying the ecamsule cream had significant levels in their blood. Participants applying the other sunscreen, especially products containing oxybenzone, showed significant levels in their bloodstreams after the first day.

Oxybenzone has shown to be a cause of contact allergies and is being studied for its potential connection to lower testosterone in adolescent boys, shorter pregnancies and disrupted infant birth weights.

But scientists responding to the study warned it should not prevent people from using sunscreen, as the Skin Cancer Foundation notes more Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than all other cancers combined.

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There is no cure for arthritis, but some symptoms can be eased with diet, exercise and supplements. The internet is filled with ways to help minimize and possibly deter the problems related to it, but sadly, it is not a reversible situation.

need a book to cover the more than 100 arthritis-related diseases, so I will share what I found out about the two most common types - osteoarthritis and rheumatoid.

Basically, osteoarthritis causes the cartilage (the hard, slippery tissue covering the ends of bones where they form a joint) to break down. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that first targets the lining of those joints.

More people are afflicted with osteoarthritis than any other kind. The wear and tear of the joints by aging, overuse, accidents or severe weight can add extra stress on your joints, causing injury and pain. The knees, hips, spine and feet are all weight-bearing and targeted by arthritis, which can cause enormous pain.

It often comes on gradually over months or years, but you don’t feel sick or have the fatigue that comes with some other types of arthritis. You may hear a grating sound when the roughened cartilage on the surface of the bones rubs together and creates possible painful spurs or bumps on the end of the bones, especially on fingers and feet.

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Like osteoarthritis, symptoms of RA come on gradually, but are more severe, as it affects multiple joints causing stiffness, swelling and pain. For the most part, it targets the smaller joints in the hands, wrists, fingers and feet.

There is no cure for arthritis, but some symptoms can be eased with diet, exercise and supplements. The internet is filled with ways to help minimize and possibly deter the problems related to it, but sadly, it is not a reversible situation.

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hair ailment that, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, is the most common skin condition in the U.S. But what if the foods people eat could affect the health of their hair and skin? There is evidence that they can. Foods that contain certain nutrients, phytochemicals and enzymes may help people develop healthier hair and skin. ♦♦ Blueberries: The U.S. Department of Agriculture gave blueberries its top ranking for antioxidant activity. The

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Dementia describes symptoms that affect memory, thinking and social abilities. The Mayo Clinic says dementia can become so severe it interferes with daily life. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of

progressive dementia, though there are other causes.

Dementias can result from frontotemporal lobar degenerations, vascular disorders, Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body disease.

Depending on the cause, some dementia symptoms may be reversible. For example, medical professionals have discovered a link between insulin resistance and the development of dementia. Insulin resistance, which results from eating too many carbs and sugar and not enough fat, is a major factor that contributes to Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement. Some scientists now refer to Alzheimer’s

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Using an animal model, researchers at Temple University Health System discovered a drug blocking inflammatory molecules known as leukotrienes can reverse tau pathology, the second most important lesion in the brain in patients with Alzheimer’s. This can bring hope that medication may help reverse Alzheimer’s, rather than just mitigating symptoms.

Other ways to prevent or reverse dementias involve preventing the brain pathology that occurs. For example, reducing the risk of stroke can prevent vascular dementias. Dementia risks linked to infections and immune disorders may be lowered by making dietary changes or taking appropriate medications for conditions.

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AMY SCHRADER ummer is all about finding a low-scale beauty routine to pair with naturally sun-kissed

skin, beachy waves and day trips to destinations where you can sink your feet in the sand.

“Summer makeup is all about dewy, glowy skin,” said Kristen Lopez, East County freelance makeup artist and owner of Faces

by Kristen. “After Kim Kardashian and her makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic created their ‘wet’ look for this year’s Met Gala, we’re seeing the dewy skin trend being taken to a whole new level this summer, and I’m loving it.”

According to Lopez, if you want to achieve this season’s dewy skin look, try using MAC Prep + Prime Fix and Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist.

“The MAC Prep + Prime Fix will melt your makeup into your skin, and the Dewy Skin Mist will give you the ultimate glow,” said Lopez.

Lopez recommends that if you have oily skin and only want to be dewy in certain areas, rather than applying the mist to your whole face, spray it on a damp sponge and then press the product into your skin on the spots you want to shine.

“My last holy-grail product in the summer is highlighter,” said Lopez. “You can apply a subtle highlighter to the high points of your face for a glow from within or a bold highlighter for a more wet look.”

Fashion week also featured a lot of bright eyeshadows, including, pinks, blues and greens.

“Having a bright color across your lid can be an easy switch to do something fun with your makeup,” said Lopez. “Glitter

eyeshadow and feathered brows were also all over the fashion week catwalks this year.”

Ashley Chavez, East County makeup artist and owner of True Beauty Ashley, also has some tips for this summer’s beauty trends.

“Summer skin is always hydrated with a super glow from head to toe with body shimmers and bronzers,” said Chavez.

Chavez also loves this summer’s colors.

“Anything that looks like a sunset on the eyes, including using colors like orange, pink, yellow and gold, or neutral eyes with a pop of color on the lids is always a hit,” said Chavez.

When it comes to bronzers, Chavez recommends bronzer from Anastasia Beverly Hills.

“I can’t live without my glowing, bronzed skin,” she said.

For foundations, Chavez recommends MAC’s Pro Longwear Foundation, which is waterproof, lasts 36 hours and repels moisture.

“It beats the summer heat and prevents separating throughout the summer days, while nourishing the skin,” she said.

To achieve this summer’s glossy lip look, you can start with a darker nude lip liner, top it with a cool-colored gloss, then blend.

If you’re not sure what makeup to try through the seasons, a makeup artist can give you lessons and tips on what works best with your skin type.

“One-on-one lessons with an artist can be focused on year-round makeup trends or can narrow on specific, seasonal trends you are wanting to learn,” said Lopez. “Taking lessons can give you the confidence to master your makeup skills, whether it be mastering the basics, current trends or more complex looks.”

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Brentwood Outpatient Center Primary care, pediatrics, specialty care, urgent care, imaging and lab.

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