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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

Mike Gerard | michael.gerard@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Karen Reuter

#CommunityUnity DEAR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS -

AD DESIGNER

Whitney Lockhart LAYOUT DESIGNER

Dani Moore

I hope this issue finds you well and in good spirits. At the time of this writing, there

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

is a lot of talk about progress in our collective fight against the COVID-19 pandemic;

Barbara Kilmer, Mike Gerard

and we all hope to be back in business — at least partially — soon. Indeed, there is light at the end of the tunnel. And it can't come too soon!

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Karen Reuter, John Manzoni

This weekend was a warm one. And it was great to see so many people out enjoying some time on the beach. It's been a while. Last month's #LagunaNiguelStrong issue was very well received. Thank you to those who stepped up and supported our community with your generosity and acts of kindness. One of my favorite sayings in business was first coined by the great philosopher Aristotle. And that is: "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." In other words, we are stronger together; and the progress we've made as a community, and a nation, are evidence of that.

But now, we are finally seeing some light at the end of the tunnel. This is the theme of our June Issue. Inside, we share with you the stories of local business owners who

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

have had to adapt to survive the challenges of shelter-in-place and social distanc-

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

ing. You'll also hear about one of our favorite new business in town, Restore Hyper

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Wellness, and the services they provide to promote a healthier lifestyle and counter today’s heightened stress levels.

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

Finally, it is Father's Day this month... and dad's out there have been working hard to make ends meet during this challenging time.

Yes, there is light at the end of the tunnel, Laguna Niguel. Hopefully, this will all be behind us soon and life will be back to normal. Please enjoy this issue and stay healthy. We remain #LagunaNiguelStrong!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 12 Working from Home: The New Normal?

Working Remotely Is No Longer Just a Trend

16 Resilience Among Generations Young Families to Seniors... We’ll All Get Through This Together!

22 Open For Business How These Local Business Owners Adapted During these Challenging Times

28 Essential Wellness Restore Hyper Wellness in Laguna

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Niguel Helps Your Body to Perform Its Very Best

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

10

Around Town

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Open House

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Back Stage

22 Inspired By 28 Healthy Lifestyle 34 Local’s Choice

This working from home, zoom chat, jammies all day thing is probably new for you. Don’t worry, you’ll get used to it. This is what we do all the time! Here are a few things that will help: Find a new normal Enjoy the family time Pray daily and trust God Oh, and always have your contracts reviewed by a professional!

Call us if you need help with any of the above. We’re experts!

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GOOD TIMES

St. Anne Knights Remain #uknightedTOGETHER During Shutdown St. Anne School is spreading kindness in the Laguna Niguel community during the stay-at-home order by leaving messages and gifts for mail carriers and delivery people, organizing drive-by birthday parties for teachers and classmates, and even delivering Easter baskets to the Illumination Foundation. The Knights remain "uknighted" together during this time of distance and isolation. st-anne.org

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#CommunityUnity It's great to see the spirit of giving and support our community provides. Thank you, Laguna Niguel... You are a wonderful community and, together, we are #LagunaNiguelStrong!

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1. Take a Book.. Leave a Book! | 2. #Stay Strong OC | 3. A great read! | 4. Listen to Mama! | 5. Thank you first responders and medical providers!!

ONLINE & LIVE WORKOUTS. CALL OR EMAIL TO SIGN UP!

STAY POSITIVE AND STAY STRONG, LAGUNA NIGUEL. WE WILL ALL BE TRAINING TOGETHER AGAIN SOON!

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AROUND TOWN In his new role, Dr. Sanger will be responsible for overseeing research operations and serve as CHOC’s institutional official for research. In addition, Dr. Sanger will join CHOC’s medical staff and be tenured faculty and vice chair for research in the department of pediatrics at UC Irvine. choc.org

F45 LAGUNA NIGUEL HOSTS VIRTUAL WORKOUT WITH MARK WAHLBERG Like many businesses in Laguna Niguel, F45 Training had to temporarily suspend its in studio classes. But the team at F45 got creative and made the best of it. They recently offered a virtual, 45 minute live gravity workout session, with Hollywood

PEDEGO E-BIKES MAKE GREAT SOCIAL DISTANCING VEHICLES!

A-lister, Mark Wahlberg. The event was a big hit.

The F in F45 stands for Functional Training--a mix a circuit and hit style workouts geared towards

A few months ago, we featured Danny Val and

everyday movement. 45 stands for the total amount

his new Pedego Electric Bikes store in Dana Point.

of time each heart-pumping fun workout lasts.

Maybe we can’t all go back to work just yet, but

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who says we can’t jump on a Pedego "social distance vehicle?" Danny Val and his Pedego store remain open for rentals and sales while practicing the safety guidelines and social distancing. Give Pedego a try and you’ll never go back to a conventional bike. And please tell Danny we sent you! pedegoelectricbikes.com

LOCAL TEENAGERS DONATE MASKS TO THOSE IN NEED Anna Sophia and Lauren Mullaney, two sisters from Laguna Niguel, are helping to fight the coronavirus by creating and donating handmade masks. The JSerra Catholic High School students

CHOC CHILDREN’S NAMES NEW CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER

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wanted to do something to serve others during this extraordinary time.

“It's more work than we anticipated," said Anna

CHOC Children’s has appointed renowned phy-

Sophia. "But it is rewarding to know we're helping

sician and research scientist Dr. Terence Sanger as

to protect people from getting sick and maybe

its vice president for research and chief scientific

even dying.”

officer. Dr. Sanger brings decades of experience

It is nice to know that Anna Sophia and Lauren,

in pediatric neurology, movement disorders and

two teenage girls from our community, are helping

robotics to CHOC’s Research Institute.

out, one mask at a time.

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DRIVE THROUGH FOOD DONATION The Knights of Columbus held a May 2nd at St. Timothy’s Church. The event ran from 9:00am - 1:00pm. For those who stopped by, The Knights of Columbus can’t thank you enough for all your love, generosity and support. You have helped many people with your donations and your contributions will help get them by during this challenging time. Items donated included: cereal, pasta, sauce, noodles, canned foods, peanut butter, beans, rice, tuna, cookies, crackers, beverages, toilet paper and other toiletries. kofc.org

FAMILY ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES (FAM) DRIVE THROUGH FOOD DONATION Family

Assistance

Ministries

(FAM) recently partnered with the City of Laguna Niguel and held a Drive Thru Food Donation and Distribution drive at City Hall. It was a huge success with 1,074 people benefiting from this event. Thanks to everyone who picked up or donated food. Also, thanks to FAM Family Assistance Ministries. Together, as a

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OPEN HOUSE

ARTICLE MIKE GERARD

Working from Home: The New Normal?

WORKING REMOTELY IS NO LONGER JUST A TREND

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get set up IT’S BEEN A WHILE SINCE COVID-19 CAME CRASHING INTO OUR LIVES. For most of us, we now work from home. And, while some companies were already promoting the idea of telecommuting before the pandemic hit, many of us are still uncomfortable with the change. For some, working remotely is more than a location change.

Many have lost jobs and are having to start new home-based businesses. Either way, as much as we hate to admit it, most of us actually like the routine of leaving for work each morning. Some even enjoy the commute!

Working remotely can be a good thing. Technology allows us to stay connected regardless of where we are based—and this lowers costs for both sides of the employer/employee relationship. Now that the coronavirus pandemic has given many of us a forced taste of working remotely, we may find an even greater push for this trend

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ASSESS THE SPACE Is your workspace in a quiet setting?

What kind of distractions might you encounter? Think strategically.

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MAKE IT YOUR OWN Personalize it just like your “real” office.

Include plants, a coffee machine, or that family photo on your desk.

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GET DOWN TO BUSINESS Keep your routines. Wake up early, eat a normal breakfast, and dress accordingly.

No pajama workdays!

moving forward.

While working from home may sound like a dream come true, it does have its drawbacks. For one, it requires discipline. Having the comforts of home in close proximity can be a real distraction.

Because of this, productivity and time management can pay the

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KEEP ON TASK Start small and be specific with time management, goals, and tasks. And stay away from the TV news!

price. Also, with spouses at home, kids out of school, and pets needing attention, it can be very tough to stay on task.

If you’re like me, your “home office” is a small room with a pile of bills and miscellaneous paperwork stacked up on a desk. The first thing we must do is to reclaim and declutter that space. Create a

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STAY CONNECTED! You are working remotely, but don’t disappear! Use technology to stay visible and responsive to colleagues and customers.

space at looks and feels like your ideal office. Make sure you have the equipment and supplies you need and set boundaries with your family members. When you are in the workspace, they need to understand you are “at work” and cannot be disturbed with day-to-day family issues as if you were sitting on the couch after dinner. And, remember, you need to set these same boundaries for yourself too!

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Resilience Among G e n e r at i o n s DAVID LUGO

ARTICLE BARBARA KILMER PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER

He cites the dedication and resiliency of all 35 team

CEO, MOMS Orange County

members as “extraordinary.” He went on, “Through swift

David Lugo is a dedicated husband, father and non-

action and timely communications with staff, health part-

profit professional. The 13-year Laguna Niguel resident

ners and clients, our transition process was seamless and

is husband to Christina and father of three, Lauren 21,

in the long term, I believe truly solidified our services and

Amanda 18 and Paul 11.

the bond with our clients.”

Lugo joined MOMS Orange County in 2017 as COO

Also under Dave’s guidance was the decision to cancel

bringing an abundance of experience in all aspects

their sole fundraiser on May 9. Ultimately, the organization

of financial and general operations. Santa Ana-based

created several virtual activities aimed to draw support

MOMS Orange County’s is the region’s largest nonprofit

and visibility in new ways.

dedicated solely to newborn and pregnancy health for low-income women and families throughout the county.

Dave’s passion for MOMS Orange County is equally matched for his love of family. For almost five years, Lugo

In February, MOMS longtime CEO Pamela Pimentel, RN

has relished the role of coaching his son’s local soccer

retired and Lugo stepped in as the nonprofit’s interim CEO.

team. Before the pandemic, he cites this important time

At about this same time, the COVID-19 pandemic was

together with his 11-year-old - two nights a week and

slowly spreading throughout the world. So in addition to developing a new vision for the organization, Lugo had to manage the nonprofit during a state-wide shutdown.

Lugo said, “My first priority was the safety of our vulnerable clients and MOMS’ team members. I immedi-

Saturday games - as invaluable.

Lugo grew up on the Monterrey Peninsula and says that Laguna Niguel reminds him of that area. “Everything is right here, the ocean isn’t too far away and this is a closeknit community filled with family and friends.”

ately ceased all face-to-face interactions and we quickly

Although sports have been at a standstill, Dave still

moved to coordinating remote client visits and virtual

loves everything baseball (from little league to the majors)

education classes.”

and Formula 1 racing. To learn more about MOMS Orange County, visit momsorangecounty.org

YOUNG FAMILIES TO SENIORS... WE’LL ALL GET THROUGH THIS TOGETHER!

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M e r c e d e s K e r rÂ

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MERCEDES KERR

The community’s movie screening room is open and limited to six

President, Belmont Village Senior Living

residents to ensure proper “social distancing.” Outdoor dining and

Life as we know it changed at the start of the year. What was

cocktail hour by the pool for small, properly distanced groups are

to become a global pandemic has affected every segment of the

also community favorites. And in keeping with the familial spirit at

population, none greater than that of its seniors. During these

the community, Belmont Village staff takes an active role in the fun

unprecedented times, healthcare heroes have emerged, and

with one member – a highly talented kitchen staffer – who sings

new standards of care have been implemented in medical and

and plays guitar to the delight of residents.

assisted living facilities across the country. Under the thought-

The affection that staff has for its residents is reflected back

ful leadership of Orange County resident and Belmont Village

from families who know that their loved ones are in the best

President Mercedes Kerr, Belmont Village Aliso Viejo has found

possible hands. As an extension of its community letter-writing

imaginative, compassionate ways to keep its senior residents

program launched in March where residents and their families

and staff connected and happy, while at the same time, ensuring

are encouraged to actively communicate through email and

that the highest possible level of safety protocols are enforced.

FaceTime, Belmont Village Aliso Viejo was asked to create a

With more than 20 years in the senior housing sector,

unique email address to receive letters from family members

Mercedes has dedicated her career to improving the lives of

expressing gratitude to staff. The Letters of Gratitude are printed

seniors. She has served on boards of leading national and state

and posted within the community and shared with team, provid-

organizations dedicated to setting policy and standards for

ing a source of inspiration and continued motivation.

seniors housing and care and was recently named to California

In addition to ensuring the well-being of its residents, Belmont

Governor Gavin Newsom’s Master Plan for Aging Stakeholder

Village is equally committed to the health and happiness of its

Advisory Committee. Her wealth of experience in innovative,

employees. Named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in 2018

wellness-focused care delivery has been an integral part in

and 2019, Belmont Village has been providing care packages

sustaining the excellence that has been synonymous with the

to its staff at communities across the country. The care pack-

Belmont brand for 23 years.

ages include items ranging from hard-to-come-by toiletries to

Among the many examples of carefully orchestrated, yet

food, lifting the spirits of the people charged with taking care of

engaging activities organized for its residents, are Zoom

some of Orange County’s most cherished residents, its seniors.

workouts and virtual tours of National Parks and Museums.

belmontvillage.com

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Stay Healthy, Laguna Niguel.

WE’LL POWER THROUGH THIS TOGETHER!

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Wishing you and your families the very best in health and safety!

EVERYTHING WILL BE OK. GOOD NEWS IS COMING.

Together, we are

#LagunaNiguelStrong!

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OPEN FOR BUSINESS

INSPIRED BY

ARTICLE MIKE GERARD | PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER

HOW THESE LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS ADAPTED DURING THESE CHALLENGING TIMES

Jane Shobe Expedia

CruiseShipCenters,

in

Laguna

Niguel,

opened its doors in the Aliso Village Center almost a year ago as one of over 400 stores Nationwide. Its Vacation Consultants are more than just trained experts; they are also passionate travelers and cruise enthusiasts who share their experiences to help clients create the best vacation packages available.

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC? This has been a challenging time for us. Our clients’ well-planned trips have been cancelled and we are helping them to decide if it is better to cancel for a refund or rebook. We spend time on the phones with the airlines and cruise lines so that they do not have to. Even though we know there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and we will all travel again, during these times of isolation we are here to serve - before, during and after each trip we create. Our agents are working diligently from their homes to assist our valued travelers at times convenient to them. We are able to have weekly video conference calls to ensure we are all up to date on the current travel situation and able to best advise our clients on their options. So while we all look forward to seeing smiling faces again, let’s just dream of our next vacation and start planning! jshobe@cruiseshipcenters.com or call (949) 273-5444 22

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FRANCHISE OWNER, EXPEDIA CRUISES

Located in the heart of Dana Point Harbor, Dick Simon

We’re here and wide open for business, while observing

Yachts specializes in selling yachts, private whale watch-

social distancing guidelines. While our salespeople are

ing, sport fishing, and sailing charters. Over the past 30

in and out, I’m right here, every day, seven days a week.

years, Dick Simon Yachts has become the one of the larg-

Our office is spacious—and when people walk in the

est yacht dealers in the west coast. Owner and Broker,

door, we have a big beautiful couch right across from our

Dick Simon is a great guy to know. He’s a former national

receptionist. It’s about 10-15 feet away, so we can conduct

champion skydiver, Indianapolis 500 Race car driver,

business without getting too close. We can even show our

expert scuba diver, a multi-engine pilot, and even an alter-

inventory of boats on the large screen TV. The good thing

nate to the 1960 Olympic ski team!

about buying a yacht and getting out on the water is that it’s the ultimate in social distancing.

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE

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COVID-19 PANDEMIC? Actually, we’ve been pretty busy. Partially, because a lot of people we’ve sold boats to who are taking this time get them fixed up. So, it seems like nothing has slowed for us; and I’ve had a steady stream of appointments all this week. Sales have been a little slower, but not by much.

OWNER/BROKER, DICK SIMON YACHTS

Dick Simon “ The good thing about buying a yacht and getting out on the water is t h a t i t ’s t h e u l t i m a t e i n s o c i a l d i s t a n c i n g .”

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Karen Reuter OWNER, KAREN REUTER PHOTOGRAPHY Karen Reuter loves creating extraordinary images and she loves people! When we launched Laguna Niguel Lifestyle over a year ago, we immediately asked Karen if she would join our team. Lucky for us, she did! Photography of the highest caliber is a must for a premium publication like ours. Clearly, we did the right thing by involving Karen.

Karen always puts people first. And she loves getting to know her clients and becoming friends with them.

This approach ensures a relaxed, enjoyable experience for all—and Karen is able to capture the genuine personalities of her subjects. If you, your business, or family have any photography needs, we highly recommend Karen Reuter Photography!

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC? I’ve been able to work through the shutdown pretty well.

I had a few jobs that required a lot of design and retouching, so that kept me busy through the first few weeks.

I was able to create a few headshots for clients also. Being sensitive to their comfort and safety, I shot with a long lens, maintaining more than a 6 ft. distance, and I wore a mask, of course. It was hot and a little difficult at times. For instance, when a hair was out of place, I couldn’t just go up and comb it, but rather, had to verbally direct my subject to do what was needed. It took more time, but it worked out well.

Also, I couldn’t hire hair and makeup artists, due to social distancing guidelines.

I’m now spending much needed time updating my portfolio and preparing my marketing for when the pandemic is finally over. When the lockdown is lifted, I hope to jump in quickly with both feet and make up for lost business! karenreuterphotography.com or call (949) 488-3144 24

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John Yocca is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties in Monarch Beach.

print and digital marketing efforts to attract those buyers to my listings.

John is a former Air Force Veteran and Corporate CEO.

These efforts have been paying off, and buyers are

He specializes in Residential Real Estate in South

accepting the “new normal” of home shopping. Buyers

Orange County.

and their agents are donning masks, wearing gloves, and removing their shoes before entering homes. Also, buy-

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE

er’s agents are doing live video walkthroughs of houses

COVID-19 PANDEMIC?

with clients viewing from their phones. Appraisers, home

Once real estate was deemed an essential business, I

inspectors, and notaries are also changing the way they

went back to work selling and leasing homes, but things

do business to be safe, and in compliance, with the stay

were not the same. Many of the tools we typically use to

at home order.

promote a home, such as open houses, were no longer

johnyocca.com or call (949) 683-8884

advisable nor allowed. I realized I have to work harder to sell properties. I’m using tools such as virtual walkthroughs online and streaming live from open houses.

Additionally, with fewer active buyers, I’ve increased both

John Yocca “I have to wor k harder to se ll p r o p e r t i e s . I ’m u s i n g tools such as v ir tual walkthroughs online and streaming li ve f r o m o p e n h o u s e s .”

REALTOR, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES CALIFORNIA PROPERTIES John Yocca with his wife, Laurel, and granddaughter, Rylynn

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Holly Tabrizi 9Round is a specialized fitness center for people who want a unique, fun, and proven workout. 9Round offers a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of nine challenging workout stations developed by a World Champion Kickboxer.

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE COVID19 PANDEMIC? Like all fitness centers, we’ve had to shut down during this changing time. But our members are still enthusiastic and excited to get back into the studio. We stay in touch with them regularly through social media channels and have been supplying a steady stream of live workouts online. We also offer digital membership programs for only $1 a Day. These include our at-home workouts and you’ll a free month of unlimited in-gym access and a free pair of 9Round hand wraps once we reopen!

OWNER, 9 ROUND KICKBOXING

9round.com or call (949) 297-6911

Joanna Barker Joanna B ar ker has

Inspirations Interior Design offers complete interior design services to the residen-

HOW HAS YOUR BUSINESS ADAPTED TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC?

put together a

tial, hospitality, and commercial communi-

I have not had too much change other than

ties, with years of success, experience and

I am working remotely with clients rather

team of seasoned

wisdom behind it. Joanna Barker has put

than being in their homes. But it works!

together a team of seasoned professionals to

The construction industry is still active so

professionals

work on her projects adding to the value for

my crews are still going to peoples homes

to work on her

her clients. She will provide her clients with

for various projects, we just send them one

specifications, connections, and discounts

at a time now. I am busy with clients who

available to her through the many associa-

have realized they want to do some home

tions she has established over the years.

improvements, due to being confined and

project s adding to the value for her clients .

working from their homes. The most popular items are lighting, paint flooring, kitchens and baths. It’s no problem for me to work this way at all. inspirationsid.com or call (949) 388-7362

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

ARTICLE MIKE GERARD PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER

ESSENTIAL WELLNESS

RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS IN LAGUNA NIGUEL BRINGS STATEOF-THE-ART TREATMENTS TO HELP YOUR BODY TO PERFORM ITS VERY BEST

RESTORE

HYPER

WELLNESS,

HEAD-

QUARTERED IN AUSTIN, TX, RECENTLY OPENED ITS FIRST CALIFORNIA FACILITY IN OCEAN RANCH VILLAGE, RIGHT HERE IN LAGUNA NIGUEL. Classified as an essential business, the facility has been able to remain open and perform its “essential wellness” services despite of the COVID-19 lock down. The response has been overwhelming.

We had a chance to tour the facility with Lucky De Jesus, the owner of Fit Body Boot Camp, Laguna Niguel. Lucky, a member of Restore, says the wellness treatments Restore provides are a great complement to his regular training program.

And Lucky is not alone. In fact, dozens of elite athletes—including some well-known celebrity sports stars we cannot name— frequent Restore on a regular basis. That’s because services provided by Restore greatly enhance sports performance, pain management, recovery, and overall wellness.

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The Restore facility provides a wide variety of modalities, ten in fact, including their signature treatment, Cryotherapy. Other services include Normatec Compression Therapy, IV Drips, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Stretch Base, PBM “Red Light” Therapy, and Cryoskin.

Visitors can sign up for individual services as needed; however, the monthly membership packages offered are definitely the best value. Optimizing your health is Restore’s top priority—and they do not disappoint.

During our visit, we had the opportunity to observe as Lucky engaged in some of the treatments. Our gracious host was Jamie Cleaver, the facility’s manager, and Jackie, lead nurse. Here are a few of the treatments:

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CRYOTHERAPY By now, you’ve probably heard of Cryotherapy—which literally means “cold therapy.” This is a technique where the body is exposed to extremely cold temperatures (between negative 166-220°F) for up to 3 minutes.

Cryotherapy can be administered to the whole body, locally, even just to the face. According to Restore, the whole-body treatment reduces inflammation and releases endorphins that help alleviate pain, boost energy and metabolism, and increase the body’s natural healing abilities.

“Local Cryotherapy helps reduce pain and swelling in targeted areas such as the back, knee, or ankle joints along with increased mobility,” says Jamie.

“Think of this treatment as an ice pack on steroids.”

Cryotherapy facials use pressurized liquid nitrogen vapors, stimulating the production of collagen and decreasing pore size. The facial also increases blood circulation to produce a tighter, more even skin tone.

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PBM (PHOTOBIOMODULATION) THERAPY PBM (Photobiomodulation) Therapy uses near infrared light to help manage inflammation and pain, aid recovery, and improve skin clarity by increasing energy at the cellular level. It has been shown to be highly effective for acute and chronic sports injuries, fibromyalgia, fatigue, neuropathy, arthritis pain, and more. PBM is used in thousands of clinics, hospitals and elite sports institutions in over 70 nations. Acute injuries and inflammation from muscle strains and sprains, cuts, bruises, burns, etc. typically show very rapid improvement.

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3/ IV DRIP Many people drink far less water than their body needs. As a result, it’s been estimated that up to 75% of Americans are in a state of chronic dehydration.

Proper hydration is essential for digestion, detoxification of the liver and kidneys, and waste removal.

Restore Hyper Wellness offers a comprehensive micronutrient test that allows their Registered Nurses to provide just the right “cocktail” IV Drip to suit your individual needs.

4/ HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY Restore’s Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves lying in a comfortable pressurized chamber while breathing 90%-95% pure oxygen. The increased pressure causes your cells, tissues, and fluids to hold up to 10 times more oxygen than normal. With more oxygen, cells can produce energy more effectively, and your body can treat traumatic brain injuries, help fight off cancer, and heal tissue that is slow to recover. It’s a relaxing way to ensure wellness and longevity.

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COMPRESSION THERAPY The NormaTec Recovery System helps maximize recovery for both athletes and non-athletes. Using sequential pulse technology, NormaTec synergistically combines three distinct massage techniques to speed the body’s normal recovery process: pulsing compression, gradients, and distal release. Through these mechanisms, the NormaTec Recovery System maximizes circulation throughout the body to help you feel better, train harder, and recover faster.

5/ INFRARED SUANA Restore’s infrared sauna is similar to a traditional sauna, but it uses infrared light to

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STRETCH BASE®

heat you directly instead of heating the air.

There’s nothing like a good stretch! Restore’s stretch technicians provide more

The result is a much more comfortable experi-

than assisted stretching. They help customers understand their bodies, giving

ence. Saunas help rid the body of toxins while

them an opportunity to unplug from their stressful day, and allowing them to quiet

cleansing the skin through excess sweating.

their minds. Stretch Base® uses techniques from PNF stretching, Thai bodywork,

This also increases circulation to facilitate bet-

and assisted stretching so you can increase your flexibility while you relax.

ter recovery and increased endurance. Saunas

Restore Hyper Wellness is located at 32411 Golden Lantern Ste A-B in Ocean

are an easy way to boost performance while

Ranch Village behind Cinepolis. Open seven days a week. Call (949) 312-2626 or

relaxing; and these sessions will leave you feel

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completely rejuvenated.

Special thanks, also, to Lucky De Jesus and Fit Body Boot Camp. Fit Body is located at 30012 Crown Valley Pkwy. Call (949) 441-3222 or visit fbbclagunaniguel.com

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