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Start 2024 on the right foot! New year, new me! We have all used slogans to encourage ourselves to get the New Year started the right way. However, by February most people fall back into their old habits and routines and continue to operate in the way they have been for years. So, what if we do something different together this year? Let's each pick one thing. Not five, ten or even just two New Year's resolutions, but just one. Small changes over time lead to exponential growth. One change, one new habit can produce a lasting impact, while many changes at once tend to overwhelm us. So whether your goals are physical, financial, nutritional or something else, pick one thing to focus on changing first. Once the change becomes a habit, choose something new! Refuse to overwhelm yourself this year with immense change, and watch what one small change can do. Who knows, maybe by next year, you'll be a different person for the better! In the spirit of transparency, my one thing to work on this year is healthier eating habits. Not eating well AND working out. I am just focusing on eating a better, well-rounded diet in hopes of being healthier. So, instead of stepping out on your left foot, start off on the right one. What is your one thing?

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TIME MANAGEMENT • Schedule your workout into your calendar so you have no excuses. • Prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively to reduce stress. • Avoid overcommitting (you committed enough during the holidays), now it’s time to focus on YOU and ensure you have time for self-care.

REGULAR EXERCISE • We recommend 5 times a week of moderate-intensity exercise. • Incorporate both aerobic exercises and strength training into your routine. • The best way to accomplish this is to find activities you enjoy to make fitness a sustainable part of your lifestyle. At 2020FIT, we offer a variety of classes for our clients so they never get bored. • Find a workout buddy! Significant others, family members, friends, etc. Find someone who can hold you accountable. Working out is more fun with people you love!

E S TA B L I S H C L E A R G O A L S • Cliche we know! But take advantage of the motivation to set some goals at the beginning of the New Year. It can provide a structured and motivational framework for the year. • Set (S.M.A.R.T.) Goals: Make your health goals Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Break down your health objectives into smaller, actionable steps.

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BALANCED NUTRITION • At 2020FIT, we love to get after workouts, but we tell our clients the real work is in the kitchen! • Keep it simple. Focus on a well-rounded diet with a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Limit processed foods, sugars, and unhealthy fats. • Stay hydrated by drinking an adequate amount of water daily and limit sugary drinks and excessive caffeine intake.

A D E Q U AT E S L E E P • Sleep is arguably the most important tip to get your health back. • Prioritize getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. • Establish a consistent sleep schedule and create a relaxing bedtime routine.

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“Out with the old and in with the new” is a common theme for many in the New Year. It’s a time when people desire a fresh start and muster up the courage to make necessary changes. The same can be true when considering a refresh to the look of your home. But according to Anne Golliher, owner of Storied Interiors, an overhaul is not always the right approach to give your space the refresh it needs. Sometimes, it’s out with the new and in with the old. “We’re not just wiping out old and bringing in new all the time. You can make spaces feel really good without tearing down a bunch of walls, stripping original details or buying all new things for that matter. I want to infuse that kind of culture here in Kansas City,” she said. Golliher created her decorating business on the foundation of her two loves, interiors and history. She remembers touring historical homes as a girl and the warm, welcoming feeling the spaces gave her. After her former 1910 home in Minnesota was featured in Midwest Living Magazine, she realized how inspiration from the past could be instrumental in how she reimagined spaces. It did not take long for her to see that others wholeheartedly agreed. “From there, it was word of mouth. People were calling me that I didn’t know,” she said. “I just love helping people realize that the changes might feel new, but it’s historical and personal.” Bringing her designs to Kansas, she officially relaunched her business under the name Storied Interiors in October of 2022 and is excited to meet the needs of this community. “Many people have things from their ancestors, a vase or piece of furniture from a great, great

grandmother, for instance. Or it can be a decorative Christmas tree your mom bought in the 70s, and it just feels good to you because your mom bought it,” she said. “People want to be connected to their past and the things they have, but they might not know how to display them in a way that feels honoring but not like a shrine.” One of her recent projects involved reimagining the use of a client’s 19th-century family heirloom quilt by having it hung on the wall. Before, it was hidden away and stored in a box. Now, what was once forgotten has been given a new purpose. Pieces like these are what give Golliher the ability to create spaces that are individualized, while also cultivating an environment that feels fresh and new. “People can live in a space for a long time, and it just feels tired,” she said. “You take down the Christmas decorations and you’re like ‘Alright, time to put this chair back where it’s always been...on the floor marks in the carpet.’ I want to help you look at your seemingly disconnected objects and find a way to make them interesting again.” For Golliher, reawakening a space can be as simple as rearranging a layout, choosing new wallpaper or layering on different accessories. Using her own space as an example, she has found incredible joy in the personal touches that can dramatically transform a home. “I love nature and collecting nests and rocks and interesting sticks. I have this mix of formal and natural elements, which I love.” Golliher also emphasizes this time of year as an opportunity to be courageous, working in designs that are creatively stimulating to the eye. CONTINUED >

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I j u s t love h e l p i n g p e o p le re a l i z e t h at t h e c h a n ge s m i g ht fe e l n ew, but it ’s h i s t o r ic a l a n d p e rs o n a l .

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“Doing that in a way that feels like we’re taking a bit of a risk. If your stomach is a little anxious about the decision, that’s the time to do it. Not everyone can do a gut remodel or a new build, but you can get little dopamine hits with small changes,” she said. “I lived off the dopamine hit of this wallpaper for years.” Throughout her years of working in interior decorating, Golliher has witnessed the power a thoughtful space can have on a person. She takes immense joy in seeing the

settling feeling a home can bring to a client and ultimately wants them to be proud of the story their home can tell. “I’ve had lots of conversations with clients almost in tears because they don’t want to have people over because they’re embarrassed by their space,” she said. “I want people to be excited to have gatherings, to love their homes and want to be in their spaces...the energy that brings when they come home, drop their keys and hug loved ones...to feel a fresh start for January.”

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Giving away 10% of your income (whether it’s tithing, giving or donating) has positive psychological effects on our view and action of money.

Saving 10-20% of your income in emergency funds, investments, retirement, legacy planning, etc. Putting these dollars to work for you now will help you when you need them down the road. Emergency spending (new tires, new furnace, etc.) is much less stressful when you saved for it months ago. Last time I checked, retirement dollars can’t be financed. It may feel like forever away, but one day you’ll wake up at 65 and be wanting your dollars to work for you, not you still working for your dollars. CONTINUED >

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5. PROTECT Make sure your income is protected with a solid disability insurance policy. This is your biggest asset! If you have loved ones and little ones depending on you, make sure you have the PROPER amount of life insurance in place.

6 4 . S AV E I N T W O P L A C E S ! Build an emergency fund containing 3-6 months of family savings. PRETEND THIS DOESN’T EXIST until you need it. Also, have a flexible/fluid Savings account. This is where you are putting dollars aside you know you are going to spend (vacation in July, 40th birthday bash in March, Christmas 2024, etc.)! It will feel so good to spend those dollars and take those trips when you have the dollars set aside.

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ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES Start your day with a nutritious and vitamin-packed breakfast. Smoothie bowls are a great way to add a variety of fruits and vegetables. Top with chia or flax seeds for an extra omega-3 boost, nuts or seeds for added protein, or sliced fruit for additional vitamins and fiber. Including a hint of turmeric or ginger can aid in digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables can aid in cellular repair and gut health, and smoothie bowls are a delicious way to incorporate more into your day. Try some of these simple recipes, or create your own combinations to give your health a boost.

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TIP #1 YOU CAN STILL HAVE A VARIETY OF HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS FOODS BY PLANNING AND PREPPING YOUR MEALS FOR THE WEEK. • Preparing whole meals or dishes ahead of time saves a lot of time for busy people. • Ingredients required for specific meals can be prepped ahead of time to reduce total cooking time in the kitchen. • Having pre-prepared meals on hand can also reduce portion size and help you reach your nutrition and wellness goals. • Choose microwave and freezer safe containers for proper storage, including BPA-free plastic, flexible silicone or glassware containers. CONTINUED > JANUARY 2 0 2 4 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/MI S S I O N HI L L S

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C H O O S E I N G R E D I E N T S T H AT A R E V E R S AT I L E A N D C A N B E U S E D I N M U LT I P L E M E A L S TO R E D U C E WAS T E A N D SAV E M O N E Y.

M A K E A G R O C E RY L I S T B E F O R E YO U G O S H O P P I N G .

• Example: Choose familiar recipes for tacos, chili or spaghetti in the same week to use all your ground beef or turkey. I brown the ground beef and portion it in freezer bags flattened out for space saving freezing and time-saving cooking. • Pre-cut vegetables can be used for fresh ready-to-eat meals that do not require cooking, like salads and sandwiches or as part of a cooked recipe. Include leftovers in meal planning. • I also cut up ripe fresh fruits and freeze them to use in smoothies instead of throwing them out. • Frozen fruits and vegetables often cost less and last longer than fresh ones. They retain high-quality nutrients because they are frozen immediately after being harvested. • Most frozen vegetables have no additives and preservatives, but some may contain added seasonings, salt, sugar or sauces. Avoid added ingredients by paying attention to the label and ingredient list.

• A list helps limit distractions, keep you on budget, restricts unhealthy impulse purchases and reduces multiple trips for forgotten items. • Buy kitchen staples to have on hand to make quick simple meals like canned tomatoes, tuna fish or salmon, corn, your favorite beans and grains such as rice, quinoa, barley, farro and whole grain pasta. • Plan your menus based on grocery store sales and produce that are in season and add beans for plantbased protein. • Buy extra staples when they are on sale, and don’t overlook the bulk bins to buy just the amount you need. • Buy pre-prepped items in the grocery store to further save time or use the salad bar for small servings.

TIP #4 T RY N OT TO G R O C E RY S H O P W H E N YO U A R E H U N G RY. • Everything looks delicious when you are hungry, and this could lead to unnecessary and unhealthy food purchases. • The additional calories may not be needed, and food could be wasted if not eaten.

MEAL PREPPING CAN IMPROVE Y O U R H E A LT H A N D YOU R L I F E !

TIP #5 H E A LT H Y S N AC K S A R E P O S S I B L E . The total amount of snacks you prepare will depend on the required number of snacks planned daily, based on your health and wellness goals.

M Y S N AC K S O F C H O I C E I N C LU D E : • • • •

Nut butters with crackers or pretzels Fresh fruit (whole or pre-cut) Sliced vegetables String cheese, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, hummus • Home-made trail mix with dried fruit, unsalted nuts and seeds, to limit sugar and sodium intake Portioning snacks during your overall meal prep prevents mindless snacking without knowing how much you are actually eating.

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Monster Jam T-Mobile Center | 1:00 PM Some of the most terrifying vehicles ever created are bringing their high-flying show to Kansas City! Watch some of the best drivers in the world compete from the stands, or get the Trackside Pass to see what happens behind the scenes as these giant trucks take to the track. Purchase tickets at monsterjam.com/en-US/events/kansas-city-mo/jan-13-2024-jan-14-2024 JA NUA RY 1 3T H , 2 0 T H & 2 7 TH

Jazz on Baltimore: An Evening at the Grand Hall The Grand Hall at Power & Light | 4:00 PM Get ready to be transported back in time with a majestic evening of jazz, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres in one of the most historic spots in Kansas City. Enjoy listening to world-class musicians as The Grand Hall’s ballroom is transformed with period-specific flare. Tickets can be purchased at jazzonbaltimore.com/ JA NUA RY 2 0 T H

Battle of the Bean 5K 11128 Holmes Rd | 9:00 AM Put on your running (or walking) gear, grab your preferred warm winter beverage, and put those New Year’s fitness goals to the test. Choose to be on Team Cocoa or Team Coffee and take part in running for a good cause. Proceeds go to Wonder Scope Children’s Museum, and registration information can be found at kcrunningcompany.com/battleofthebean5k JA NUA RY 2 5T H - 2 8T H

Disney on Ice: Into the Magic T-Mobile Center | 7:00 PM Mickey, Minnie, and the whole Disney gang are storming the ice in an action-packed display of color and excitement! A perfect event for the whole family, kids and adults alike can follow their favorite characters along a wild journey to experience the magical world of Disney up close. Get your tickets at axs.com/series/20487/disney-on-ice-into-the-magic-tickets JA NUA RY 2 6T H - 2 8T H

Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts | 8:00 PM The Kansas City Symphony welcomes guest conductor Kazem Abdullah to bring you an unforgettable experience of elegance and harmony as they portray some of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s finest pieces. Start your year on a high note by experiencing the sounds of overture, concerto, and Erich Korngold’s Symphony in F Sharp. Tickets can be purchased at tickets.kcsymphony.org/mozartviolin5 JA NUA RY 2 6T H - 2 8T H

Johnson County Home & Garden Show Overland Park Convention Center | 10:00 AM Is updating your home or property at the top of your resolutions list this year? Find the perfect inspiration at this 23rd annual show. With over 300 booths and vendors, celebrity speakers, show specials and prizes you are sure to find that solution your home has been missing. Admission is $14 for adults and children under 12 get in free!

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