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JANUARY 2018 PUBLISHER

Jane Krzysiak | Jane.Krzysiak@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Martha Helton, Mollie Jamison, Sky Van Horn, Shawna Wright

A New Year's Change

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Colleen Kelly, John Sloan

WELCOME TO 2018!

THE NEW YEAR BRINGS WITH IT A YEARNING FOR CHANGE, NEW GOALS AND CHALLENGES. Here at Cross Timbers Lifestyle, we’ve also opted to try out some new formats as we roll into 2018, so if you think our look is a bit different from

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FEATURES 16 Louisiana-Inspired Look Sterling Brook Custom Homes Creates Houses that are One of a Kind

22 New Year, New Fitness Opportunities Four Local Options for Getting or Staying in Shape

26 A “Hot,” Efficient Way to Exercise A New Trend: HOTWORX Flower Mound

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1. Flower Mound High School student Anna Jackson signed to play basketball at Canisius College. | 2. Flower Mound High School baseball players Blake Hornsby (University of the Ozarks), Carson Bradley (Weatherford College), Caleb Burgess (Rice) and Grant Georges (Pepperdine University) | 3. Flower Mound High School student Jenna Kash signed to play softball at Trinity University. | 4. Flower Mound High School student Lauren Apollaro signed to play softball at Columbia University. | 5. Flower Mound High School student Melissa Johnstone signed to play basketball at South Dakota School of the Mines and Technology. | 6. Marcus High School student Quinn Owen signed to run cross-country and track and field at the University of Arkansas. | 7. Flower Mound High School student Megan Lesko signed to play softball at East Central University | 8. Flower Mound High School student Erin Curl signed to play volleyball the University of Alabama. | 9. Flower Mound High School student Jessica Langridge signed to play volleyball at Texas Tech University. | 10.

Marcus High School baseball players Mitchell Dickson (Pepperdine University), Justin Kleinsorge (Regis University) and Steve Hayward (Grayson College) | 11. Marcus High School golfers Dawson Lewis (Wichita State University), Sally Sohn (Bucknell University) and Robert Garcia (University of Arkansas - Fort Smith) | 12. Marcus High School student Quinn Owen signed to run cross-country and track and field at the University of Arkansas.

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AROUND TOWN

CROSS TIMBERS YMCA GETS DECEMBER REFRESHER

PAINTED TREE MARKETPLACE COMING TO HIGHLAND VILLAGE TOWN CENTER

During December, Cross Timbers YMCA, 2021

The Highland Village Town Center will soon house

Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound, received

a community of home décor and fashion shops in the

some improvements.

vintage market known as Painted Tree Marketplace.

The women's locker room saw a complete remodel with new floors, showers and stalls. The

The new tenant will take up residence in 38,230 square feet of the space recently vacated by Kroger.

fitness area received a new rubber floor, and the

“We are excited to bring Painted Tree Marketplace,

front lobby, hallway and locker rooms were painted.

a collection of unique home décor and apparel

The facility also received some new equipment,

from local boutiques, decorators and artisans, to

including new spin bikes and free weights.

Highland Village Town Center," Matt Ryan, Brixmor vice president of leasing, says. "This award-winning retail concept will bring a fresh product offering to the community, and add vitality to this well-located shopping center at the corner of Justin Road and Highland Village Road."

Painted Tree Marketplace is currently located in North Richland Hills and has two locations in Arkansas. The marketplace provides the space for local shop owners, boutiques, artisans, decorators and craftsmen to sell their products. It is anticipated the Highland Village Painted Tree Marketplace will open in the spring of 2018.

Board and Brush, a do-it-yourself wood sign workshop retailer featuring hands-on workshops for parties, corporate events and fundraisers, also recently

LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SECONDGRADERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

opened in the Highland Village Town Center.

The entire second grade at Liberty Elementary wanted to make a difference in their community, especially as the holiday season was nearing.

The students did just that by bonding together to collect a record 4,639 servings of food for Lovepacs, an organization that works closely with local public schools to provide meals for children in need when they are not at school.

A nine-week social studies project on good citizenship began in September and the students were all in. After compiling donations of their own with the help of their families, students wrote letters—some recited them by memory—for neighbors, friends and extended family members explaining the importance of the project and encouraging them to donate. They would even leave those letters on doorsteps with a promise they would return, along with their parents, at a certain time to collect any donations.

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GRONBERG ORTHODONTICS WELCOMES DR. CHARLENE SUGAY Gronberg Orthodontics is excited to announce that Dr. Charlene Sugay has joined their existing

Among the items collected were cereal, chicken,

team to better serve patients and families. Sugay

fruit, granola bars, jelly, macaroni and cheese, peanut

grew up in Coppell, Texas, and attended Coppell

butter, oatmeal, pretzels, soup, tuna fish and vegetables.

High School where she was a member of the ten-

It was the second consecutive year Liberty

nis team. She received her bachelor's from The

Elementary donated to Lovepacs for its food drive.

University of Texas at Austin and completed her

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dental training at Texas A&M Baylor College of

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Dentistry. She was president of the Odontological

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She was also a member of the Omicron Kappa

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Outside of the office, she is an active member of the Junior League of Dallas and volunteers for the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas. She attends Watermark Community Church and enjoys tennis, Pilates and reading.

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Liberty Christian’s National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society host a canned food drive on campus every Thanksgiving that brings in donations from preschoolers to seniors.

Some grade levels compete to bring in the most, from cans to monetary donations. Along with the canned food, the $1,500 given to the Denton Community Food Center will purchase $12,000 of food

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it can now stock on their shelves for families in need.

Tons of food is distributed from the center every year. Founded in 1974, the center provides food from a central community storehouse to individuals and families in emergency situations.

ONE ACT PLAY TAKES SECOND AT DISTRICT, WINS INDIVIDUAL AWARDS AT STATE

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Liberty Christian theater students beckoned audience members back in time with “Brave Navigator” as they performed a fictionalized account of the 1932 Lindbergh kidnapping, once called the “Crime of the Century.”

In addition to students winning second at district, Sierra Cothes was named to All-Star Crew, Sophie Steffey and Sammie Wuensche earned Honorable Mention, and Peyton Jolley and Lindsey Meath were awarded to All-Star Cast.

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Texas, and Ariana Naeimi was named to the Allstar Crew, and Peyton Jolley and Lindsey Meath earned All-Star Cast.

The Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools added this One Act Play competition in recent years that challenges students to perform an abbreviated play with one or more scenes in one act that lasts only 40 minutes.

Congratulations to the additional students who played important roles in the play: Mattie Goff, Kendall Jones, Trevor Jones, Barrett Kelton, Peyton Necaise and Will Pearson.

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CHILI COOK-OFF FESTIVITY RAISES FUNDS FOR VETERANS AND PROMOTES FELLOWSHIP FOR FAMILIES From cornbread to side dishes—and, of course, chili—Liberty Christian’s 14th annual Chili Cook-off brought the school community together for good eating and a good cause, raising more than $4,500 for Spirit of a Hero, an organization that provides financial and moral support for veterans of the United States armed forces.

On November 10, the last home football game of the year, Liberty fans perused booths sponsored by student clubs, athletic teams and parent-owned businesses. On this special night, veterans were also honored on the field prior to the game.

As with any cook-off, booths competed for

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bragging rights. Congratulations to the following winners: Aeroprise, best chili; golf team, best cornbread; Liberty’s Leadership Academy, best dessert; cheerleaders, best sides; and dance team, spirit award. In addition, the Leadership Academy won

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CULINARY CREATIONS

DECONSTRUCTED + P R I M E FA R M TO TA B L E ' S G R I L L E D S AUS AGE DISH ARTICLE MOLLIE JAMISON | PHOTOGRAPHY JOHN SLOAN

FLOWER MOUND'S FINEST FARM FRESH FOOD CAN BE FOUND AT THIS AWARD-WINNING RESTAURANT WHERE

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CONSUMERS WILL REJOICE ALIKE. "The fresh ingredients we receive from farmers inspires us," Prime Farm to Table chef Chris Flahaven says. "Farm-totable is all about the connection between farms and customers. It can't get much better than that."

His latest culinary creation, a grilled sausage dish, features 100 percent local ingredients including: + The meat of an organic Red Wattle pig sourced from an East Texas farm. + House-made pickles from Johnson's Backyard Garden, an organic farm in Austin. + Fresh, local beer country mustard.

For a look at the full farm-to-table menu, visit PrimeFarmToTable.com.

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OPEN HOUSE

ARTICLE MOLLIE JAMISON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

STERLING BROOK CUSTOM HOMES CREATES HOUSES THAT ARE ONE OF A KIND

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ORTH TEXAS’ OWN STERLING BROOK CUSTOM HOMES HAS BEEN CREATING ONE-OF-A-KIND STRUCTURES AROUND TOWN SINCE EARLY 2009. Builder Wayne Atkins, a Double Oak resident, says the company’s passion and dedication to their craft set them apart from competitors.

“We are passionate about providing our clients with an

energy efficient and comfortable home that not only fits their lifestyle but improves their lives,” he says.

This recently completed, award-winning build in McKinney proves that Atkins and his team know how to deliver.

THE PLAN Atkins says the goal of each project is to blend the client’s budget with their wish list and create a dream home. But the process encompasses a lot, including site planning and interior space planning, as well as both interior and exterior design. To get the ball rolling, clients begin by providing photos of design examples and desired room sizes.

“Space planning, room location and site orientation are crucial to a good flowing design that fits our client’s lifestyle,” he says.

“THE MARKET IS FULL OF POORLY DESIGNED HOMES WITH WASTED SPACE AND ROOMS THAT DON’T WORK FOR THEIR OWNERS.”

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THE INSPIRATION The owners envisioned a hill-country style home jazzed up with a little New Orleans flair. French Quarterinspired elements include: + Large front porches + Strategically placed office, kitchen and second-floor balcony, boasting golf course views + A leuders stone blend along with stucco wrap for the exterior + LED lighting accents + Custom-made shutters and iron balcony railings

THE OUTDOORS According to Atkins, integrating the outdoor living space with the rest of the home was a top priority for the owners, even though a tight lot of land 18

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required it be tucked into the south side of the house.

He says a wide sliding door was installed to open the outdoor space into the great room and blend the interior and exterior as seamlessly as possible.

Additional outdoor elements that provide high-

ATKINS' TIPS FOR CUSTOM BUILDS

tech and laid-back vibes include a home automa-

+ Establish a good relationship with your builder before the

tion system, which operates a motorized screen,

9-12 month design process begins.

audio and video and four skylights. A custom-de-

+ Talk with a minimum of three to four previous clients about

signed fountain also offers soothing sound along

their experience with the builder.

with evaporative cooling and radiant heaters.

+ Learn how the builder responds to issues that come up during

Lastly, an Evo grill was added, with the intent to be

the construction process and first few years of ownership.

used daily, so a large prep area and proper ventilation was crucial to an overall successful design.

To learn more, visit SterlingBrookHomes.com.

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DIY

POST WORKOUT RECIPES

ARTICLE SKY VAN HORN | PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEEN KELLY

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ust like the workout this month, the recipes and food options presented are to keep

with the same theme. These are to give you great options, save you time, and keep you on track without having to break the bank, or take you off your game plan.

Is mental well-being equally important as is nutrition and fitness? Yes, and in reality your mental, emotional, physical and nutritional health are inseparable. They all affect each other. When one is out of balance we usually find imbalances in the other areas as well. When be build balance in one of these areas, by laws of the universe we will see balance being achieved in the other areas as well. In other words, they feed each other. These recipes are just a template. Be creative with your food and have fun.

Use alternatives to suite you, your needs and your palate. If you have any allergies sub the ingredients out for something that is safe for you to ingest. Take responsibility and have fun with this.

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SPANISH STUFFED PEPPERS

TURKEY LETTUCE WRAPS

Serves 6-8 people

Serves 6-8 people

• 2 tbs olive oil

• 1 32 oz can of fire

• ½ cup chopped onion

roasted tomatoes

• ¼ cup olive oil • 2 medium yellow/orange peppers cut into bite-size strips

• 4 cloves garlic

• ½ cup chopped cilantro

• 1 medium onion

• 1 medium Jalapeño

• 8 medium red and/or

• 2 lbs. ground turkey

• 2lbs ground chicken

yellow peppers

• 2 tbs Spanish seasoning* (see below) • lime wedges

• 1 to 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning* (see below) • 2-3 heads of romaine lettuce • 1 clove of garlic

In a pan over medium heat cook the onion, garlic and jalapeño until translucent. About 3 min.

Then add chicken and sprinkle Spanish seasoning. Cook until no pink is left in the chicken. About 5-7 min. Then add tomatoes (undrained) bring this all to a boil, immediately reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes. As soon

In a skillet heat oil.

Add peppers and chopped onion, cook until translucent (about 3 min).

Add turkey and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, cook 4-6 minutes or until no more pink in meat left.

Put mixture in lettuce, drizzle with garlic aioli and eat.

as the liquid has evaporated add cilantro While you're simmering, cup peppers in half and deseed.

CAJUN SEASONING

Blanch peppers in boiling water for 2-3 min. No more or the pep-

(MY SECRET RECIPE, WELL NOT SO SECRET ANYMORE.)*

pers get too soft. Drain water from peppers and stuff with all the

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano, please crush

good stuff you have been simmering. Add cilantro and serve hot.

• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1 ½ teaspoon black pepper

SPANISH SEASONING*

• 2 teaspoons white pepper

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin seeds

• 2 teaspoons thyme, crush this also

• ¼ teaspoon ground saffron

• 1 tablespoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 tablespoon garlic powder

• ½ to 1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper or cayenne pepper

• 2 tablespoons paprika

(totally optional) • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 4 tablespoon File (aka sassafras) Mix all powdered herbs in an airtight container and store

• 1 tablespoon of granulated garlic

for up to 6 months. Stir or shake before using. This makes

• 4 teaspoons paprika (nice Spanish one is my favorite)

about 1/3 cup.

Mix all powdered herbs in an airtight container and store for up to 6 months. Stir or shake before using. This makes about a ¼ cup.

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NEW YEAR,

ARTICLE MARTHA HELTON

NEW FITNESS OPPORTUNITIES +

FOUR LOCAL OPTIONS FOR GETTING OR STAYING IN SHAPE

YOGI KIDS/FIT FAMILY YOGI KIDS/FIT FAMILY MyYogiKids.com Yogi Kids/Fit Family is a unique facility that has something for everyone: ower to gentle yoga and cardio fitness classes like Tummy & Butt and Zumba are offered for adults of all ages, sizes and abilities. For kids, they offer yoga and Zumba, tween yoga and they even have special needs yoga.

Child care is provided for morning classes. A Preschool Play program, for kids ages 3 to 5, is available three days a week; the parent drops off their child(ren) where they enjoy free play, crafts, a story time, yoga and games while the parent exercises in their own class. Another family fitness time is offered in the evenings with adult and children’s classes going on at the same time.

“WE OFFER A UNIQUE FAMILY EXPERIENCE FOR GETTING FIT AND HAVING FUN!” OWNER LIZA DOLL SAYS. 22

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LIFETIME RUN LIFETIME RUN Build a sense of community while getting in top shape for the new year by becoming involved in Lifetime Run, a free, social club of runners who meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday nights and 7 a.m. Saturday mornings. Although loosely connected to Lifetime Fitness, this group is a totally free group, open to any interested runner who wants the accountability and encouragement of like-minded athletes.

“It’s nice to have some camaraderie for those who have a passion for the sport and who like to run outdoors,” Lifetime Flower Mound Coordinator Kim Nuszkowski says.

Once-a-month socials give the runners opportunity to bond even more. A core group of 12-20 people comes religiously, spurring each other on in various running competitions and in achieving personal goals. Check out Lifetime Run Flower Mound on Facebook for more details or email Kim at nuszkowski@ lifetimefitness.com.

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“It’s nice to have some camaraderie for those who have a passion for the sport and who like to run outdoors,” Lifetime Flower Mound Coordinator Kim Nuszkowski says .

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NEW YEAR, NEW FITNESS OPPORTUNITIES

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LONE STAR ADVENTURE SPORTS –GRAPEVINE KAYAK RENTALS

LONE STAR ADVENTURE SPORTS—GRAPEVINE KAYAK RENTALS LoneStarAdventureSports.com Looking for a fun outdoor adventure while working out your upper body? Book a kayak and paddle along the cliffside ledges of Rockledge Park on Lake Grapevine.

“WE’RE VERY FAMILY-FOCUSED AND WE ALSO FOCUS ON SAFETY. PLUS, IT’S A LOT OF FUN,” OWNER PETER DEMOPOULOS SAYS. You can rent a single or double kayak hourly or for a full day. Or, book a guided, Friday night sunset paddle, complete with photos and free beverages. Included in your rental, you receive a paddling demo, a lifejacket, a waterproof drybag, a waterproof map and a photo of your adventure. A safety whistle is included, but Peter and his staff are careful to direct you to the appropriate areas to explore.

Twenty kayaks are available should you want to book a party or large group event. They are open year-round, weather permitting.

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“We’re very familyfocused and we also focus on safety.

Plus, it’s a lot of fun,” owner Peter Demopoulos says.

Whether you need to lose weight, train for a marathon, bounce back after an illness or injury or just become a better you, Jesse James Fit is there to help.

JESSE JAMES FIT JESSE JAMES FIT JesseJamesFit.com Whether you need to lose weight, train for a marathon, bounce back after an illness or injury or just become a better you, Jesse James Fit is there to help. The mantra at Jesse James Fit center is “strength, passion, discipline.” These are the three ingredients they deem needed to succeed and achieve personal fitness goals.

Numerous programs to assist clients in their quest to get in shape are available. They offer individual training, group training, couples training, youth programs, senior programs and military prep training. Special populations are addressed as well, whether it be an autistic child or a client who has experienced an injury or a surgery where specialized workouts are needed to promote healing and strength.

To round out the physical fitness regimens, trainers motivate and encourage clients to lose weight by developing healthy habits through nutritional education and specialized meal plans.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

A “HOT,” EFFICIENT WAY TO EXERCISE

A NEW TREND: HOTWORX FLOWER MOUND

ARTICLE MARTHA HELTON | PHOTOGRAPHY JOHN SLOAN

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A NEW TREND IN EXERCISING, HOTWORX, TOUTS THAT YOU “TONE UP, DETOX AND

“Weight loss, pain relief, toning up, detoxing, increased energy and motivation to exercise, to name a few," are some of the benefits, Lindsay says.

TORCH THE CALORIES” THROUGH PAR-

When done regularly, HOTWORX can also improve strength, cardio, flexibility, cir-

TICIPATION IN THEIR CLASSES. All this

culation and immunity, and reduce stress, while also burning fat, decreasing workout

happens within a 30-minute isometric (Pilates

recovery time and increasing your metabolism.

or yoga) workout or a 15-minute high-intensity

Each client follows a virtual instructor while infrared heat causes you to sweat; muscle

interval training (HIIT) session with a cycle or

contraction through isometric exercise further rids your organs of toxins. With a 14-client

row. HOTWORX combines a patent-pending

capacity, individual sauna rooms hold three exercisers per room; the exception is the

fusion of infrared heat and isometrics, resulting

row, which holds two clients.

in the ultimate calorie burn.

There are six virtually instructed classes to choose from: Hot ISO, which con-

HOTWORX Flower Mound, open only

sists of 14 isometric postures; Hot Buns, an isometric workout on glutes and some

since October 2017, has already produced

core work; Hot Warrior, an accelerated version of Hot ISO for athletes; Hot Pilates,

enthusiastic clients.

which provides an intense core workout; Hot Yoga; and Hot Core, focused core

“I am excited about HOTWORX because

abdominal, hip and lower back work followed by self-administered deep massage

of the success stories we’ve seen thus far,”

with a foam roller. Current members see 500+ calories burned in the 30-minute

owner Lindsay Guier says.

classes plus one hour of afterburn.

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There are also two 15 min HIIT cycle and row classes. For added convenience, clients can download an app on their cell phone to keep track of calories burned and to schedule classes.

HOTWORX Flower Mound is conveniently open 24 hours and offers more than 700 classes.

“OUR CLIENTS LOVE HOTWORX BECAUSE THEY GET SUCH AN EFFECTIVE WORKOUT IN A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME!” LINDSAY SAYS. “WE WANT PEOPLE TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND WITH HOTWORX, THEY CAN!” HOTWORX - Flower Mound is located at 4130 Justin Road. For more information, visit HotWorx.net.

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In the plant world, color and hue rule in terms of disease-fighting capability. Each color represents different benefits and the deeper the color, the more benefit there is.

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For example, red foods, like tomatoes, have lycopene which may play a role in helping to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. + Tomatoes, strawberries, watermelon, raspberries

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“EACH COLOR REPRESENTS DIFFERENT BENEFITS AND THE DEEPER THE COLOR, THE MORE BENEFIT THERE IS.”

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Green plants provide multiple benefits that improve health; two of my favorites—broccoli and kale—have high amounts of lutein and folate which can help enhance eye, brain and heart health. + Broccoli, spinach, kale, green tea, avocado, celery, snap peas

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Kristin Kirkpatrick, registered dietitian, is a nationally recognized nutrition expert practicing in Cleveland. She has more than 15 years of experience in the health management area. Kristin is also an award-winning dietitian, an author and an advisory board member for The Dr. Oz Show.

She has also appeared on both NBC Nightly News and CNN Health. Kristin holds a masters in health promotion management from American University in Washington, D.C., and a bachelor’s in political science from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C.

Purple

Purple plants, like blueberries and eggplants, have anthocyanins, which have been found to help benefit the brain. + Eggplant, blueberries, plums, beets

Orange

Some orange foods, like sweet potatoes and carrots, are packed with vitamin A, and other orange foods, like oranges and nectarines, are loaded with vitamin C. + Oranges, carrots, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, orange peppers, peaches

White

White is the color of allicin, found in vegetables like cauliflower, white onions and garlic, which helps protect against heart disease. + Cauliflower, bananas, white onions, garlic, parsnips

Black

Black foods, like black beans, black rice and blackberries, are high in anthocyanin, a pigment that has been linked to reducing cancer cell proliferation. + Black beans, blackberries

The point is, variety is key, and keeping a colorful plate will always serve you better than focusing on one simple color.

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INSPIRED BY

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HILL WORKOUT

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e don’t grow when things are easy. We grow when we have to overcome

1 Explore your neighborhood by foot and find

challenges. This alone is reason enough to exercise. Forget about the crop

a great hill, preferably long and steep.

tops and short shorts. Most of us have moved past the “bikini as my goal” moti-

vation, thank goodness. By all means, rock it if you got it, but also, show off that

2 Warm up with a jog or speed walk for 5-10

incredible resting heart rate, impressive HDL and killer bone density!

minutes and end at the bottom of the hill.

In addition to all of these measurable health benefits, people that exercise regularly handle stress better. Why? Because a good workout forces you to use your body and mind to overcome a challenging situation every time you break a sweat. When our

3 Take a deep breath.

body is accustomed to being challenged, and our mind is trained to push through

4 Head up the hill as fast as you can. This can

and find inner strength, we are more apt to handle the truly stressful, real deal, real life

be a run, sprint, walk, jog, etc. Just do what is a

challenges that are unexpectedly thrown at us over our lifetime.

challenge for you.

This hill workout is a perfect example of faking the challenge and overcoming it. There are many things you can only learn about yourself on a hill. Get to know your

5 Keep the pace until the hill flattens out then,

own willpower and push through this workout. The hardest part is always the first

don't stop, hit the flat and go for 20 more sec-

step. Get a workout buddy and commit. Walk it, jog it, crawl it. It doesn’t matter. Be

onds. Or find a street sign or tree in the dis-

proud. Strength is the product of struggle. Go find your hill and take it head on.

tance to make your stopping point.

6 Take a deep breath at the top, be proud, then turn around and jog back down.

7 Repeat 3-5 times, depending on the hill size, for 20 minutes total.

8 After the last hill, cool down with a 5-10 minute walk or jog.

9 Finish up with 10 pushups and 10 crunches, nine pushups and nine crunches, eight pushups and eight crunches, etc. until you get to zero!

10 Stretch!

Each time you complete this, you walk away stronger. Make this hill challenge a weekly event. Recognize and celebrate as you get stronger each time.

“IT’S NOT A HILL, IT’S AN OPPORTUNITY.”

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU SERIES

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"BYE BYE BIRDIE"

New Year, New You Series

Campus Theater & PointBank Black Box

Flower Mound High School Auditorium

Do your New Year's resolutions involve

Liberal Brooke Wyeth returns home to

Flower Mound High School will

getting healthier? Flower Mound Family

her loving, but conservative parents

present a production of the mu-

Physician Douglas M. Cluff, M.D. will ad-

for Christmas in 2004. The Wyeths

sical "Bye Bye Birdie" with four

dress four topics to help you achieve your

are well-connected in Hollywood cir-

shows, all beginning at 7 p.m. For

goals—Priority One: Overcoming Addic-

cles and Brooke’s plans to publish a

tickets and more information, visit

tions, Nutrition: Simplified and Clarified,

memoir revealing family secrets pro-

FMHSTheatre.net.

Does Exercise Help You Lose Weight?

duces some holiday fireworks. A dark

and Putting It All Together and Making It

comedy with adult themes and lan-

Stick. All sessions begin at 7 p.m. To reg-

guage. Ticket prices range $10-$22.

ister, email fmpl@flower-mound.com or

DentonCommunityTheatre.com

call 972.874.6165.

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2018 DENTON BRIDAL SHOW

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Join the Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce for the 36th Annual

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The Denton Bridal Show 2018 features

late the Citizen of the Year, Business

Marcus High School Cafeteria

the best vendors in and around Den-

of the Year, Ambassador of the Year

Marcus High School MEDS Club is

ton County from venues to florists,

and Volunteer of the Year award win-

hosting its Inaugural MEDS Club

DJs, photographers, officiants, event

ners among others! Individual tick-

Alumni Reception for club alumni that

rentals, caterers and more. There will

ets: $50; reserved table of 10: $550.

are pursuing a medical career or have

be tons of raffle prizes ($10 each),

FlowerMoundChamber.org

become a medical professional since

free valet parking, food and cake to

graduating from MHS. Contact Ruth

taste and so much more! Each bride

Scarbrough at scarbroughdr@lisd.

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net or 469.948.7176 to RSVP.

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Eventually, Billie fell in love with CrossFit when she was looking for a way to lose that pesky post-baby weight. This fierce fitness fanatic shares three secrets about how she stays sane.

“Pizza is my kryptonite, specifically Earl’s 377 Pizza in Argyle. They have a pizza called Spirit Of The Hero, and it will change your life.”

“I have an insatiable appetite for knowledge and learning and am currently working to obtain my CrossFit Level 3 Certification.

I want to share my passion and better myself as a coach and an athlete every single day.”

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