No. 003 | May 2023

ISSUE 03

MAY 2023

DRAX DIGEST A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR THE DRAX COMMUNITY

Wellness+ Studio staff undergoes Vivace microneedling training in preparation for being open with 100% of our menu available to our members! Skincare is on its way!

Michael Ennis | Publisher

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Eleonora Fogg | Editor

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Intro

Table of Contents Don't hesitate to get in touch with us with ideas for future issues!

Eleonora Fogg | eleonora@svvl.net

Monthly Business Profile:

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Wellness+ Studio Interview with Eva Peña DRAX News

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Wellness+ Studio BreadStory Burr Hall Farm William J. von Liebig Foundation Team Profile DRAX Productions Travel Wellness Essentials Recipe of the Month

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Monthly Business Highlight

Wellness+ Studio Wellness+ Studio is an innovative holistic wellness center in Manhattan's Upper East Side. Wellness+ Studio offers various services to help members achieve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The studio is designed to provide a tranquil environment to relax and rejuvenate while receiving the highest quality personalized care.

The Wellness+ Studio team comprises highly qualified and experienced professionals passionate about helping people achieve optimal health and wellness. They provide personalized attention to each client and create customized plans based on their needs and goals.

One-on-one yoga classes, massage therapy, nutritional counseling, skincare, and personal training are just a few services designed to promote physical fitness, stress reduction, and mental clarity. Equipped with stateof-the-art equipment, Wellness+ Studio is a perfect destination for anyone who wants to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being in the middle of the most beautiful part of New York.

Interview with Wellness+ Studio's

Eva Peña

Eva has such an inspiring and amazing story! Here are just a few glimpses into that story from our interview with Eva. We'd love to make the full interview available on alternate platforms, so stay tuned!

Q: Was wellness a value you grew up with, or did you grow up lacking it?

I definitely didn't grow up with anything related to wellness being a significant part of my life. It was actually the opposite. When I was growing up in the Dominican Republic, I was perceived by most people as sick and weak. My mother never allowed me to go into sports or take physical education classes. I actually didn't get to the gym until I was 28! At the time, I was going through a difficult period in my life, having graduated from college with honors and scholarships, in a challenging career, married, had three kids, and was in the process of divorce, all before the age of thirty. It was only when a friend took me to an aerobics class and I saw the weightlifters in the gym did I find the activity that would save me from myself.

DRAX Q: When you found your passion for wellness, how did it grow to become Wellness+ Studio?

Going to the gym was my escape, where my mental and physical health transformed, and I felt happier despite my circumstances. My family saw how important that was to me, and my mom even gave me money to keep going when we faced financial difficulties. I had quit my career as a civil engineer to care for my kids, but while they were at school, I took up some classes to learn the science behind the changes I saw in my body. I studied nutrition and the physiology of exercise, got an international personal trainer certification, and competed in several bodybuilding competitions. I felt so good, and people saw the impact. I built a reputation for myself, leading people to actually ask to train with me!

Then life led me to the U.S., where I had to start over. I went from gym to gym using their free entry classes to see the people and environments, attempting to find a job. When I finally found one, I didn't know English and struggled to understand people and their accents. The clients who were patient with me during that time because they saw that I was a good trainer, including Mike Ennis, are still my clients today.

It was when I was training with Mike in the park when gyms were closed during the pandemic that he said, “Don't you think this could turn into something bigger?” which led to him and Mrs. von Liebig giving me the breathtaking opportunity to work on what I love to do and create this dream that is Wellness+ Studio. I couldn't be more grateful for Mrs. and Mike and the wild journey that led me here.

Q: What goals and things are you hoping for yourself and Wellness+ Studio?

I want to make W+S successful; it's my new baby! Now that my kids are grown and finding their paths in life, W+S is my new family. As I grow with my real family, I want to keep growing with W+S as it expands. I put my home, heart, and mind into W+S, which gives me the certainty that it will succeed.

Team Profile Dr. Edward S. Goldberg is an expert in internal medicine with over 28 years of experience!

As a pioneer in concierge medicine, he believes in a personalized and holistic approach to healing with an emphasis on prevention and quality of life. Dr. Goldberg will bring his expertise to Wellness+ Studio as medical director to propel the Wellness+ Studio mission of helping members cultivate their best selves.

BreadStory BreadStory's catering is reaching new heights! From croissant assortments to healthy sandwiches, there is a perfect option for your event.

BreadStory catered for Wellness+ Studio staff's Vivace training last week!

Burr Hall Farm Burr Hall Farm welcomed its farm manager Bram Yoffie, 1 million new bees, and is now working towards adding more chickens to the family.

William J. von Liebig Foundation We are so excited to say we have almost 5,000 followers on Instagram!

So if you aren't following us already, help us to get there!

DRAX News

Wellness+ Studio Barbara Blauvelt, our amazing nurse, used our new Vivace microneedling machine with her expert hand, performing the first two sessions at the studio! Barbara's holistic approach and extensive experience in skincare, wellness, and beauty are unmatched. Soon these Vivace treatments will be available to the public, so keep your eyes peeled for when you can come and experience Barbara's magic!

DRAX Productions As part of the refocusing of OPERATIC, director Kevin Newbury and DRAX Productions General Manager Daniel Biaggi spent a few hours with Christian Van Horn, currently singing at the Metropolitan Opera in La Boheme and Aida, to capture an in-depth interview for one of the episodes. The team rented a beautiful loft in Brooklyn to film, which made for a perfect urban, artistic, and musical setting, especially since Christian plays rock guitar to balance his hectic life on the road.

Christian discussed: his path to opera what fascinates him about opera what challenges he sees for the field how opera has enriched but also made his personal life difficult the terrible financial conditions at the beginning of an opera career the importance of physical health as an opera singer his work-out regime his very successful podcast and much more!

Christian ended up talking about this experience on his podcast; you can listen to his thoughts here: https://www.christianvanhorn.com/po dcast.

Travel Wellness Essentials It isn’t unusual to neglect our health when traveling. With the vacation and travel season approaching, prioritizing well-being is essential.

Check out these tips to stay healthy and energized while on the go!

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Make Sure to Stay Hydrated Traveling can be dehydrating, and we often forget to drink water in all the hustle and bustle, but staying hydrated is key to feeling your best and avoiding jet lag. Don't forget to drink plenty of water and pack a refillable water bottle for your next trip!

Stay Active and Stretch!

Staying active and stretching while traveling is important for both physical and mental health.

Sitting for long periods of time during travel can cause stiffness and muscle cramps. Taking breaks to stretch and move around can help prevent these issues and keep you refreshed and energized. Something as simple as taking short walks and doing dynamic stretches will help you stay mobile and active. So, whether you're on a plane, train, or road trip, make sure to take the time to move your body and stretch. Your body will thank you for it!

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Lentil Salad with Salmon Makes 2 Large Servings

Ingredients: 2 salmon filets 1 large cucumber 1 cup tomatoes 1/2 bunch fresh parsley 1 mango 1 cup uncooked lentils Salt, pepper, paprika

For the Dressing: 2 tbsp of olive oil 2 tbsp water 3 tbsp tahini 1 garlic clove 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp of rice vinegar 1 tsp honey Salt & pepper to taste

Directions: For Lentils: 1. Rinse the lentils and prepare them by combining with 3 cups of water or broth in a saucepan, bringing them to a boil.

2. Reduce heat to low and cover, letting the lentils simmer until tender but not falling apart.

3. Strain, add salt and pepper, and let cool completely.

For Salmon: 1. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Cook for 8-10 minutes.

For Salad: 1. Add chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, mango, and parsley to cooled lentils.

2. Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and toss with the lentil mix.

3. Assemble your salad and enjoy!

Healthy Recipe

by Wellness+ Front Desk Manager and Fitness Enthusiast Leidy Lora