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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION SEASON IS HERE LOCAL EXPERTS MAKE 2011 GOALS ATTAINABLE BY IN STAF F
Resolution: To invest more in me! We're worth it! What are some tips for those of us looking to upgrade ourselves in the New Year?
IN knows New Year’s Resolutions are hard to keep. Heck, we’ve had the same one—get rich quick—for 11 years and counting. However, you’re not alone on your journey. Local experts are here to help you achieve your goals for the New Year and to help you all along the way. You’ve got the whole year ahead of you. Here’s to achieving all of your New Year’s Resolutions. We’ll still keep working at getting rich.
Resolution: To make fitness and exercise a priority We all have good intentions, but we're not perfect. What are some New Year's Resolution pitfalls regarding fitness people should avoid?
where you are starting. You must set realistic goals so that you do not get discouraged. When it comes to variety, you have to incorporate variety in order to see results. Going out and doing the exact same exercises every day is not going to produce very good results. Find things that you enjoy and incorporate them into your exercise routine.”—Kenzie Presnell, Fixed on Fitness
“Small changes, like eliminating lines and wrinkles, having glowing skin, or losing those extra holiday pounds can go a long way to helping you look and feel your best in the New Year. The Skin Care Center at Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery offers the latest in injectables like Botox, Restylane and Juvederm that literally erase wrinkles. Facials using medical-grade products will give the skin a radiant glow. Laser treatment such as IPL and Fractional Skin Resurfacing will undo sun damage and age spots. The Weight Loss Clinic, directed by Shannon Caluda, M.D., offers effective weight loss designed to address each patient's individual concerns. The Skin Care Center also offers permanent makeup by Trinkette, body treatments, sunless tanning and massage therapy.” —Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery
"FIND THINGS THAT YOU ENJOY AND INCORPORATE THEM INTO YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE.” —KENZIE PRESNELL, FIXED ON FITNESS
“Forget about New Year's resolutions. They're a waste of time, and we almost always break them and then feel lousy because we do. Do the best you can, when you can, and as much as you can. And do it all for somebody else, not yourself.” —Nancy LaNasa, Abhaya Yoga Center “When it comes to New Year's resolutions, the biggest pitfalls regarding fitness that people should avoid include setting unrealistic goals, as well as lack of variety in an exercise routine. As far as goals, you always should remember
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"WHY NOT ADD SOMETHING THAT FEELS GOOD BUT ADDS HEALTH AND PEACE TO YOUR WEEK? ANY TYPE OF SPA TREATMENT CAN ALLOW YOU TO PAUSE, REFRESH AND HEAL." —MARY ANNE AANESTAD, STILL WATERS DAY & MEDICAL SPA
“Get rid of those brown spots that have been bugging you all year. Start the New Year with clear skin. Get IPL or fractional CO2 resurfacing. It seems like everyone is getting Botox. Maybe it is time for you to try it. There is a reason so many people keep getting it. Try it! Maybe the New Year is the right time to get on a new skin care regimen. Consider SkinMedica. Real science, with the highest available percentage of skin growth factors.”—Dr. Kevin Welch, The Skin Care Center, Medical Center Clinic “Too many people wait until they are “drowning” to seek help. Our mission at Escape Wellness Spa is to catch you BEFORE you fall in. Stress takes its toll on the body, mind and spirit in many ways. From chronic pain to
skin disorders, lay your burdens down at Escape Wellness Spa and leave feeling refreshed, renewed and revived. Put your best face forward by treating your skin to the ultimate care with our being TRUE facials and cosmetics. We will help you look and feel your best. Call us at 478-2273 and let us help you escape and feel better!”— Escape Wellness Spa “Most of us with hectic schedules are trying to squeeze 30 hours into a 24-hour day. The body needs rest to build immunity, heal, and reduce stress. Most New Year’s resolutions require us to quit something we desire (but is bad for us) or add an activity to our already busy schedule. Why not add something that feels good but adds health and peace to your week? Any type of spa treatment can allow you to pause, refresh and heal. Massage has been shown to increase endorphins, which make us feel euphoric and refreshed.”—Mary Anne Aanestad, Still Waters Day & Medical Spa “Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery is proud to offer the region's best in surgical and nonsurgical procedures to help you reach your goal of looking great in 2011. If you have considered body contouring (liposuction), breast enhancement surgery or a tummy tuck, now is the time to come in and talk to Dr. Peter Butler or Dr. Jocelyn Leveque. Both are board-certified plastic surgeons and have achieved national recognition for excellence in the field of cosmetic surgery. The caring team of professionals at Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery can answer all your questions, including financing options, and help you decide if plastic surgery is right for you. By having your surgery now, you will be ready to hit the beach by spring.” —Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery