ISSUE NO. 7
FROM THE EDITOR Erika Barenberg, Editor in Chief erika@fit405magazine.com @fit405magazine This issue is a very special issue because it marks our first year as a publication! We have loved every minute of this journey and are extremely excited to see what the future holds for FIT405 Magazine. Thank you, Oklahoma Metro, for embracing us with open arms. Our goals has always been to show Oklahomans where they can go to feel and look their best. We are proud to continue to offer this free publication to the community and provide amazing health and wellness resources to the 405. Flip through this issue to learn more about our first birthday extravaganza!
Erika Barenberg Editor in Chief
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LIFE S T Y LE
FIT405 includes an array of movements to get you inspired: Yoga, resistance training, body weight exercises, workouts on the go, weightlifting, Pilates, group fitness, strength training, bodybuilding and much more.
Brighten up your menu with clean, healthy recipes that anyone will love. We are keeping you up-to-date on the latest nutrition topics and diet trends.
Our lifestyle section was designed with you in mind. Whether you are looking for the best yoga pants for your practice or where to go for date night, here you will find it all!
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Healthy mind, healthy life. Here we explore mental wellness, healthy relationships, and how to be more mindful and caring in your community.
Real issues and real solutions. Trusted experts in a variety of health and wellness fields cover topics in-depth to improve your quality of life.
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NOURIS HMEN T From self-care and beauty tips to muscle recovery and aromatherapy, we have all the mind-body nourishment details covered.
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GENERATIONAL RECREATION LIVES ON Article by Samantha Rosenfeld PHOTOGRAPHY | Jordan Mobley
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AT TH E OKLAHOMA ATHLETIC CENTER
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For the residents of Oklahoma City, the facility that now houses the Oklahoma Athletic Center signifies something different for each who has walked through its doors over the past fifty years. For some, it holds memories of time spent together as a family, an evening of recreational activities concluded by a quick stop for ice cream on the way home. For others, it was the place to hang out with friends and have a friendly game of three-onthree – something that often continued into adulthood. No matter one’s memories of the old Lighthouse, it always was a place apart from the noise of the outside world – a place to cherish the time and community created within its walls. Today, the Oklahoma Athletic Center (OAC) houses over 25,000 square feet of fitness facility with both indoor and outdoor training spaces and a variety of state-of-the-art equipment. OAC Fitness & Performance offers a total health experience that includes personal and small group training, group exercise classes, outdoor sand volleyball courts, indoor turf, and more. As the Center continues to renovate, there are plans to add an Olympic size pool, a therapy pool and eight hardwood basketball courts, providing something for everyone! OAC also plans to have a wellness partner adjacent to the Center who will provide medical offerings such as IV therapy, cryotherapy, and more. At the foundation of OAC Fitness & Performance is the concept of “elite effort”, an approach that doesn’t represent superiority, but rather a mindset or self-selected standard of excellence. The facility, trainers and staff have created a space where members can rise to be the best version of themselves. OAC’s overall goal is to create a community
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“At the foundation of OAC Fitness & Performance is the concept of “elite effort”, an approach that doesn’t represent superiority, but rather a mindset or self-selected standard of excellence.” of individuals who strive to reach their peak performance in all areas of their lives. Because of this total mind-body concept, OAC is the ideal facility for competitive athletes to train, and in early 2020, Oklahoma’s Energy FC designated the Oklahoma Athletic Center as its official strength and conditioning facility. As part of the organization’s elite effort dedication, they’ve also partnered with Justin Wren and the Fight for the Forgotten, a program with a mission of eradicating bullying through awareness and prevention tactics. OAC is proud to collaborate with this anti-bullying initiative to ensure that the facility is an inclusive, safe place for the entire community. Perhaps the number one thing that makes the Oklahoma Athletic Center the elite athletic facility it is today is its team of dedicated owners, management, staff, and trainers. These hardworking individuals strive to provide their members with the best support and experience possible each and every day. The OAC membership and staff would like to say a special thank you for the owners, Blaine Dyer and Andrew Schroeder, without whom none of this would be possible. Their constant support of the OAC vision has brought the facility back to life, creating a cornerstone for the community once again.
For more information about the Oklahoma Athletic Center, find them online at www.oacfitness.com or visit them today to meet the staff and see the facility for yourself! The Oklahoma Athletic Center is located at 3333 West Hefner Rd., Oklahoma City, OK 73120. The Oklahoma Athletic Center would like to publicly thank the incredible management, staff, trainers, partners, construction team, and more – those listed below create and sustain the excellence of OAC. Management
OAC Fitness and Performance
Brian Jamison-General Manager Brad Cofer-Facilities Manager
Garrett Baker-Staff Manager
Trainers Aaron Diaz Adam Black Landry Hammond Macy Zaloudek Meghan Black Reggie Hines Rob Wood La’Mere Cornelius
Megan Cowan Brady Tener Amaree Brit Nikole Halladay Ciera Mitchell Hannah Hudson Anysia Romain Blair Hall Hayden Keidl Kaleigh Krimmel
Partners
Kimberley Haddock
FC Energy
Miriam Bell
Tom George of QB Impact
Triston Willis
Special thanks Justin Wren and Fight for the Forgotten
Dax Hampton Construction DJ Gregory of Skybridge Construction
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Get the energy of a group workout with the attention of an experienced, certified personal coach.
THE TECHNOLOGY
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VIETNAMESE SHRIMP SPRING ROLLS Ingredients 8 Large Rice Paper Sheets 4 oz. Instant Vermicelli Noodles 1 lb. cooked shrimp cut into small pieces 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint chopped 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped 2 carrots sliced thinly with a vegetable peeler 1/2 cucumber cut julienne
For the sauce 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons peanut butter 1 tablespoon Sriracha hot sauce
1/4 tsp cinnamon Instructions
Boil some water and pour over the noodles in a bowl. Allow them to sit for about three minutes (or until softened), then drain and run cool water over them. Arrange all of your ingredients so they are easily accessed. Fill a large container or skillet with some warm water, and dip one rice paper roll into it for about five seconds. If it’s not completely malleable after five seconds, don’t worry- the residual water will seep into it while you are assembling the rolls and make it easy to roll up. Place the softened rice paper on a plate, and begin layering your ingredients on the bottom half of the paper. Begin with the noodles, then add the carrots, cucumbers, herbs, and finally the shrimp. Then, fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling and roll up like a burrito. Repeat for the remaining rice paper rolls. Mix all sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. Serve rolls with the sauce for dipping.
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SPRING CLEANINING WITH MEANING Spring cleaning is a great time to clear out anything that is no longer serving you so you can make way for new ideas, perspectives, intentions, and desires. To make this process a little more enjoyable, first set the mood for the space you are about to tackle. Put on your favorite upbeat song and diffuse a relaxing essential oil blend to calm your mind and keep you relaxed throughout the process. Here are our top cleaning and organizing tips from our friends Brooke and Taylor at Relax and Revamp.
TIPS BY: Relax and Revamp PHOTOGRAPHY | Jordan Mobley
Cleaning hack- if you have sticky residue from stickers, labels, etc., you can use a citrus essential oil blend and rub it on the affected area with a towel and it’ll come right off!
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Deep Cleaning
Pick one space a week and tackle it. What spaces need the most work? Add those in between easier spaces! These spaces can be as simple as one cabinet. If a full room or closet is too overwhelming- simplify it.
Junk Drawer
Look through that dreaded junk drawer. We all have them but try a seasonal cleanout so they don’t get too out of hand!
Think Green
Think green while cleaning and organizing! What small ways can you add a more “clean green” change in your home? Nontoxic products, more glass, less plastic, etc.
Kitchen
Go through your pantry and refrigerator. Wipe down the shelves, and throw away any old items. You’ll be amazed how many items you’ll find have been expired for months.. OR YEARS! Maximize cabinet space in your home with turntables or risers - these are great for items like hair care, spices, oils, etc.
Closet When was the last time you cleaned out your kiddos closet? Or your own? Pull everything out. Wipe down the drawers and shelves. Start with clothes, then shoes, then accessories. Sort items into donate, sell, or trash piles. If your closet is too small to functionally hold all your belongings, try creating a seasonal storage method.
Makeup Go through your cosmetics drawer or medicine cabinet and throw away any expired items. If you have organizing inserts in your drawers and find that they are constantly sliding around, use “museum glue” from the container store or Velcro to secure them in their places! Cleaning hack- if you’re contemplating if you should hold onto something and you have not used it in the past six months to one year- donate, sell, or purge it. Don’t over think it, you won’t miss it!
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PHOTO: SIMON HURST PHOTOGRAPHY
V A LLIANC E BA N K UNCOVERING THE IMPORTANCE OF FINANCIAL HEALTH IN 2020 ARTICLE: Samantha Rosenfeld
Much like physical health, financial health is a fundamentally crucial part of creating total mind and body wellness. Not only does a financially healthy lifestyle alleviate harmful stress, but it also lays the foundation for a safe, secure future. Valliance Bank, headquartered in Oklahoma City, is educating and inviting the local community to access healthy and stable financial futures. Valliance was established in 2004 with a focus on financially partnering with business owners and executives throughout the community. Valliance Bank is uniquely positioned to make quick decisions, offer unparalleled customer service, and a personalized banking experience.
In 2020, the fastest growing business segment across the United States is comprised of women business owners, contributing over $1.8 trillion to the economy each year. Yet it’s also been reported that women receive only 7% of the venture funds available for startups. In recent years, female entrepreneurs asked for roughly $35,000 less in business financing than men and men receive an average loan of $5,000 more than women. Valliance Bank is changing the way women business owners bank by providing financial guidance, education, and resources to improve their financial health easily. By making the process of funding less intimidating, coupled with extensive resources and customized support, Valliance Bank can partner with businesses of all sizes to create a healthy financial future.
“In 2020, the fastest growing business segment across the United States is comprised of women business owners...”
Kristen Campbell, DDS - Owner Norman Smile Center
Dr. Valerie Thompson - President & CEO, Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City
Katie O’Brien Goodrich - Co-Owner Udander
“On March 8, 2019, in honor of International Women’s Day, the organization launched the Valliance Bank Women Trailblazer movement...” Relationship banking is an overarching concept for the Valliance Bank team. The principle guides the organization’s loyalty and customer service by fully understanding each individual’s goals and objectives. Together, both parties can strategize and develop a business plan that will bring future financial goals to fruition. This principle allows Valliance Bank to act as a robust partner, growing relationships over and above the typical transactions that usually occur within a bank. If a patron needs help setting up their mobile banking app or has questions about a business loan application, a Valliance Bank employee is always ready to assist! Valliance Bank is also shining a spotlight on phenomenal women in business throughout the community.
PHOTOS: Charlie Neuenschwander
On March 8, 2019, in honor of International Women’s Day, the organization launched the Valliance Bank Women Trailblazer movement, a tribute to the amazing women business owners and entrepreneurs who are consistently blazing a trail for their fellow females to follow to success. For more information on the Trailblazer movement, follow it on Instagram at @BeATrailblazer. It’s never too late to start preparing for the future. Need help assessing your current financial health and planning ahead? Schedule a complimentary account statement analysis and learn how to get started with Valliance Bank by visiting www.vbank.com or stopping by any of their locations.
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IV HYDRATION THERAPY FIT405: What is IV Hydration Therapy, or Vitamin Therapy? Sculpted: Even with a healthy diet and lifestyle, your body demands nutrients. With our vitamin IVs, we can we can deliver key nutrients, antioxidants, amino acids, electrolytes and hydration to dramatically improve your health, wellness and mood. FIT405: How does it work? Sculpted: By directly infusing your body with much needed nutrients, your body can perform at peak levels. This is achieved with just a simple vitamin shot or a vitamin drip at one of our luxurious treatment clinics. Those who are short on time prefer shots, however, if you are feeling really depleted, we recommend a vitamin drip . FIT405: Is there any downtime after your treatment? Sculpted: No. You may go back to work, your workout or travel plans immediately after a vitamin therapy treatment. In fact, it is recommended to receive vitamins before a workout, travel or work.The vitamins will give you the energy and mood boost you need to get through your day and feel naturally energized, productive and ready to crush your workout. FIT405: How much does it cost? Sculpted: Treatments range from $130-$212 depending on the infusion you choose.
8913 NE 23rd St. Ste B | Oklahoma City, OK 73141 | (405) 259-9127 www.sculptedok.com
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EVOLUTION IN VISUAL FREEDOM
There’s More To VISION CORRECTION than just LASIK While LASIK has been deemed the ‘safest elective medical procedure in the world,’ it isn’t right for everyone. Every single one of us has a unique pair of eyes, and technology has evolved to the point where a number of LASIK alternatives now exist to help each one of us gain visual freedom from glasses, contacts, readers and bifocals. One such alternative is the Visian ICL™, a simple, reversible treatment for people with dry eyes and higher prescriptions. CLEARSIGHT CENTER specializes in all forms of vision correction - including the Visian ICL™ - allowing us to provide personalized treatments using only the best-proven technology to help almost anyone achieve freedom from lenses regardless of age or prescription.
ClearSight LASIK 405.733.2020
To find out which procedure is right for you, and to schedule your Free Eye Exam visit www.ClearSight.com.
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CRYOBA ROKC S E RV E S UP RECOV E RY S E RVICE S FOR E V E RY TA S T E ARTICLE: SAMANTHA ROSENFELD PHOTO: DANIELLE SHEARON | @DANI_G_PHOTOGRAPHY
Oklahoma City welcomed its newest addition to the wellness community when CryoBarOKC officially opened its doors this February. The CryoBarOKC wellness experience is highly beneficial for everyone, no matter what their activity level. The services can radically improve different areas of one’s life. CryoBarOKC offers a variety of recovery and wellness services including Whole Body Cryotherapy, Red Light and Vibration Therapy, Compression Therapy, and Cryoskin 3.0 treatments. During a Whole Body Cryotherapy treatment, the body is exposed to extremely low temperatures for approximately 2-3 minutes. The blood leaves your extremities and rushes to your core to keep your vital organs protected. The body reacts to the cold by undergoing vasoconstriction which allows the blood to become super oxygenated which then rushes back through the body once you step out of the cryochamber. Among the many benefits of this treatment is a decrease in inflammation, relief from chronic pain and migraines, an increase of energy, and overall better sleep. Light therapy involves the delivery of concentrated wavelengths of natural light to your skin without dangerous UV rays or excess heat, causing a strengthening of cell mitochondria. Our medical grade LEDs improve ATP energy production, which is the source of energy for every cell in the body. Light therapy is FDA approved for chronic joint pain, slow healing wounds, reducing wrinkles, hair loss, and acne treatment. It can help decrease inflammation, smooth skin tone, and is helpful in healing skin conditions while simultaneously enhancing mood and mental clarity. Infrared Therapy stimulates collagen production, which helps rebuild cartilage and repair muscle tissue. It has even been shown to reduce pain from sore muscles and injuries.
CRYOBAR OWNER, WENDY MILLER
Vibration Therapy activates the cardiovascular, lymphatic, hormonal, and nervous system simultaneously, which helps to filter waste, dead cells, excess protein and toxins out of the body. NormaTec Compression & Recovery helps reduce muscle soreness and fatigue while improving circulation and mobility. CryoBarOKC is proud to offer Cryoskin 3.0 treatments. CryoSkin facials help stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, Cryoslimming permanently destroys fat cells, and Cryotoning helps to speed up metabolism, reduce cellulite, and improve collagen production. CryobarOKC’s unique approach to wellness allows you to try a variety of services at your convenience. Much like diet and exercise, a regular wellness routine will provide faster, better
results; however, individuals can still see the benefits of the service after just one treatment. Upon arrival, a wellness specialist will bring you on a brief tour of the facility and answer all questions you may have regarding the offered services and their benefits. The facility itself is a welcoming, community-oriented space that encourages conversation and connection. Ready to try it for yourself? First-time customers can try Cryotherapy, Red Light & Vibration and Compression Therapy for $30! For more information, visit www.cryobarokc.com or follow CryoBarOKC on Instagram at @cryobarokc to stay up-to-date on the latest developments and promotions. Visit CryoBarOKC at 7302 N. Western, Oklahoma City, OK, 73116 or give them a call at (405)-879-2445.
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