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Happy New Year!

I LOVE THIS TIME OF YEAR. January is when we hit the reset button, set our New Year's resolutions and focus on the good that is to come in 2019. I welcome you to spend some time targeting your goals, finding ways to improve, and most of all, to

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practice positive thinking!

There is so much to be said about mindset; if you put your mind to something, you can accomplish just about anything. It is the law of attraction: what you put out is what you get back. With that in mind, I encourage everyone to be your best self and stay positive with your thoughts and actions this year. I always make it a point to live by the Golden Rule: treating others as one's self would wish to be treated. This really is a healthy way to live, and the best part of all is that it feels good!

As we begin a new year, health and wellness are always a focus. This is, of course, the theme for the January issue at Paradise Valley Lifestyle. In this issue, you will find inspiring stories on ways to incorporate healthier eating habits, how to implement

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with mindful financial choices. We have also included feel-good stories focused on local nonprofits and so much more.

As residents of Paradise Valley, you are well aware that January is the start of so much activity around the valley of the sun. We are officially in “high season,” which means there are many fun things to do in the coming months. Moving into the full swing of all the Valley has to offer, remember to enjoy the ride!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2019 FEATURES

16 Healthy Lunches for Kids Whether Prepping at Home or Opting for Delivery, These Lunches are Healthy and Delicious

20 Mountainside Fitness CEO and Founder Tom Hatten Pens New Book The Ups and Downs of Being an Entrepreneur and the Rewards of Success

24 At Kathy Sweet’s Venue, Nonprofits are the Main Event A Charitable Mindset in Beautiful Surroundings Makes “because” a Special Location

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28 Former Olympic Gold Medalist Misty Hyman Inspires Others A Sustainable Fitness Routine is Key for any Busy Parent, even a Former Olympian

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Around Town

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23 Realty Report 24 Giving Back 28 Local Limelight 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Driver’s Notebook

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DOMINICK’S STEAKHOUSE RAISES MORE THAN $33,000 FOR MAKE-A-WISH ARIZONA The Valley’s favorite family of steakhouses, Dominick’s Steakhouse, is proud to present a check for $33,550 to Make-A-Wish Arizona. The funds were raised after holding its annual fundraiser for Arizona Wish kids this fall.

Thanks to co-founders Jeff, Mike and Dennis Mastro and Scott Troilo, guests were able to enjoy dinner at Dominick’s Steakhouse in the Scottsdale Quarter for a cause. 100 percent of funds raised that night, except taxes and tips to the servers, went directly to Make-A-Wish Arizona to grant wishes for kids dealing with critical illnesses.

HERMOSA INN CELEBRATED THE HOLIDAYS IN STYLE The holiday season was a magical time of year at The Hermosa Inn. This historic inn exuded the spirit of the holidays with its handcrafted adobe architecture that glittered with luminaries along the rooftop of Lon’s, the namesake of its sig-

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nature restaurant. Multiple wreaths and elaborately decorated trees with handmade ornaments and dried flowers from Arizona added an authentic charm that is truly Arizona. Numerous cozy fireplaces

adorned the hotel’s popular outdoor patio, providing the perfect amount of warmth on a cool desert evening.

SCOTTSDALE LEAGUE FOR THE ARTS BRUNCH CLUB EVENT Scottsdale League for the Arts, a local nonprofit, hosted The Brunch Club, a fundraising event, on Dec. 1. Local chefs and bartenders showcased a delicious menu that revolved around brunch.

The 21-plus event was held at Mountain Shadows resort courtyard patio and deck.

Some participating restaurants include Benedicts and Jewel's Bakery, with more being added daily.

All net proceeds raised supported the nonprofit Scottsdale League for the Arts in its effort to promote arts and arts education organizations.

For more information on future events, visit TheBrunchClubAZ.org.

We are always accepting submissions for announcements you’d like to see included in our Around Town section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at PVLifestylePubs.com.

How to extend the life of your aging AC unit

I can’t stress enough that simple annual preventative maintenance is the one thing you can do that will add extra years of life to your AC unit and prevent breakdowns. That is why I created the “Complete Tune Up” years ago providing everything to keep a system in optimal shape for performance and longevity. It is over $680 worth of parts and physical work on your system for just $159.95.

If your unit is old and problematic, you really should take some time to prepare so you don’t have the panic that comes with an unexpected new AC unit purchase. This gives you time to prepare and know what your options are.

Here are things you should expect to see to insure you are getting the best information and pricing.

Newer units are made with higher efficiency and capacity, however, the BTU output which is the required amount to effectively cool the square footage in your home, has changed. In order to give the accurate BTU and tonnage requirement, a Heat Load Calc, also referred to as a Manual J Load Calc, should be done. It takes into account the home’s square footage, location and number of windows and doors relative to sun exposure, and ceiling heights along with how much insulation is in your attic. It gives you the most accurate unit size needed. If you buy an AC unit slightly undersized, it will run all the time and there goes the efficiency you wanted from your new unit. If it is oversized, it will short cycle and not run long enough which puts immense wear on the unit.

You should expect a contractor to spend a good hour or more in your home looking at these things before they provide you an estimate. If they just tell you here is what you have so here is what you need, keep shopping. Next is the issue of pricing. Most units unfortunately have their final meltdown during the summer’s extreme heat. So you are pressed to make some fast decisions in order to bring cool comfort back to your home. Unfortunately, some contractors will take advantage of that weak point and offer higher than normal or even gouged pricing. The average new unit replacement should run between $6,000 and $8,000. If you are getting some crazy high estimates, keep shopping.

When shopping, one factor that determines price is the energy efficiency or SEER Rating. Today’s minimum is a 14 SEER which is probably double what your older unit is putting out. That makes for a nice savings come utility bill time. Units can go up to 20 or 22 SEER but the high cost does not really payoff in long term energy savings. A 16 SEER unit is probably your best value and return on investment.

I wanted to extend a big Thank You to Mike and Kat McMahon from PV Lifestyle Magazine for making the Precision Decision on your 2 new AC units and being a valued customer with us!

About the author: Erik Bryan is the owner of Precision Air & Heating, the #1 ranked AC company in the state.

Erik has been an HVAC contractor for more than 25 years serving the Valley.

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FINANCIAL BUZZ THE NEW YEAR CAN BE A TIME OF FINANCIAL FEAR

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FOR SOME PEOPLE. It can bring about worry for the future and an unclear vision of what can be done to protect and grow finances. If you’re feeling like this is the time to begin anew with a solid plan for financial success, FineMark can help.

FineMark offers an array of services from traditional banking services to a highly sophisticated investment platform to help you focus on saving, investing and making sound decisions in 2019.

“When you think about investing, focus on your investment objectives, combined with your willingness and ability to bear risk,” says Tim Nguyen, private wealth adviser. “After a decade-long bull market, the notion of returns reverting to a more normalized level would be the expectation, and a thorough examination of these factors will dramatically increase the chances of success.”

Retirement is definitely a major concern for many. Saving for the future can seem like a daunting task, however, FineMark advisers have sophisticated financial planning tools that can aggregate financial accounts, determine net worth, monitor cash flow and help you better plan for retirement through illustrated charts and detailed summaries.

“Our clients come to us with unique situations, like entrepreneurs who have started and sold a business, clients who are seeking to leave a legacy on their community or those who won’t outlive their money and are focused on multi-genera-

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adviser. “We also have a professional athlete’s division that helps athletes achieve their financial planning goals. For our client athletes, it is particularly important to follow a financial plan during their playing years because it is nearly impossible to know how long their career will last.”

The FineMark difference is simple. From a firm perspective, FineMark is heavily focused on relationships, taking a consultative approach to making a positive impact on the lives of clients as well as the community. From an investment perspective, FineMark’s investment platform includes both internally managed equity solutions as well as a fully curated array of external managers.

The bank operates similarly to a family office. For example, they negotiate directly with managers on behalf of client families at the firm level. FineMark is a full-service investment research and management firm inside a bank and trust company, and as such, clients find value in trust expertise. FineMark has the ability to serve as trustee, and advisers have the ability to help guide clients through the estate planning process.

If you’re ready to begin on a fiscally responsible path in 2019, visit FineMark, where employees are sincere and committed to doing the right thing and making an impact on the individuals, families and communities they serve.

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Jaime Parker, a health coach with the Wellness Council of Arizona, shares healthy lunch options from Basha's.

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HEALTHY LUNCHES FOR KIDS

(CON TI N U ED)

Bento box-style creation (items from Basha's)

Bento box-style creation (items from Basha's) HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS TO STAY ON TRACK:

banned them), make a SunButter (sunflower seeds with a texture

01 | Plan ahead for the week. Turn Sunday into a lunch-planning

very similar to peanut butter) or almond butter sandwich with sliced

day for the week rather than be in a scramble every morning won-

peaches and a drizzle of honey.

dering what to pack for the day. Use divided bento-style lunch containers to pre-package lunches for the week, making them go from

04 | Get veggies to go undercover. Veggies often come back home

the fridge to a lunch bag in a snap. Prepare bulk foods to add variety,

as the lone occupants of a child’s lunchbox. Put these vitamin-packed

such as rice, quinoa, grilled chicken, sweet potatoes and beans.

powerhouses back in demand by asking kids to choose from two or three options. Put excitement back into vegetables by using cute

02 | Involve the kids. Invite children to help shop for groceries and teach

cutters and stringing carrots, peppers and cucumbers onto a skewer.

them the importance of healthy eating. Encourage them to choose pro-

Jam-pack veggies into sauces that can be used for pizza or pasta.

duce of a certain color; it’s a great lesson in color identification, too! When it’s time to pack lunches for the week, bring out healthy fruits and veggies,

05 | Stretch your budget. Did you know that by packing your lunch you’ll

and invite them to be part of the assembly process, choosing healthy

save anywhere from $1,500 to $2,400 per year? Healthy, fun lunches

foods they’d like to eat. When you allow your children to participate in the

don’t need to cost a fortune. Shop the weekly ad; use your grocery loyalty

food prep process, making it fun and encouraging them along the way,

card; and take advantage of Basha's Personal Thank You program, which

the finished product is something they’re proud of and more willing to eat.

customizes special deals for you based on what you purchase regularly.

Buy in bulk when you can for healthy and delicious items, including rice,

03 | Ditch the PB&J. Variety is key. Go beyond a typical PB&J sand-

nuts and dried fruit. Get creative with old standbys such as tuna, which

wich by creating a healthier Lunchable with nitrate-free lunchmeat,

can be doctored up with celery, relish, crunchy veggies, fresh herbs and

string cheese, raw veggies, seeded crackers and mustard. Assemble

more. Take advantage of eggs; from packing a hard-boiled snack to an

a smorgasbord of lighter snacks, including hard-boiled eggs, dried

omelet, eggs are versatile, travel well and are healthy.

fruit and air-popped popcorn. Change up your sandwich by wrapping it with gluten-free or mini-corn tortillas (kid-size!) or large leaf lettuce

Eating nutritious meals shouldn’t take a lot of effort or put a dent

and fill it with hummus as the main source of protein. Because there

in your pocketbook. With a little planning, you and your kids can take

are so many more known peanut allergies (and many schools have

the first step in establishing healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.

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Sunfare deli lunchbox

Sunfare grilled salmon

Looking for a solution to lunch packing that truly takes the guess-

comes with green beans on the side, but your child isn’t a fan of

work out and assists parents who may be dealing with food aller-

green beans, you’ll be able to easily replace them from a roster of

gies? Look no further than Sunfare.

alternate vegetable choices. In this way, people can really custom-

“Our kids meals were actually developed in conjunction with

ize for their kids based on likes and dislikes.

our new Dinners Program. While we designed Dinners with the

While the Dinners Program is the only program to currently allow

whole family in mind, we also felt that having another option

kids meal options, they will be available as an independent item

for kids would be a nice choice to give our clients," says CEO

in early 2019, so lunch packing can be efficient, effortless and well

and Co-Founder John Stewart. "And while it took quite a bit of

balanced. Parents can rest easy knowing Sunfare has all nutritional

research and testing to put our kids meals into production, we’re

needs in mind, along with great flavors kids will love.

getting great feedback; parents are finding that not only do they provide an appealing dinner for their children, but they fill in perfectly as a lunch alternative, too."

Sunfare currently offers 16 different kids meals that provide a range of different kid-friendly choices; classics like chicken tenders,

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turkey meatloaf and even a deli lunch box. Each meal comes in

Gluten-free, all-natural chicken tenders fried in sesame oil until

a microwavable five-compartment container with a main protein

golden brown and served with fresh strawberries, broccoli florets,

and four sides; these include a fresh fruit, a seasonal vegetable, a

organic jelly beans and a side of house-made ranch dipping sauce.

sauce of some kind and a small serving of something sweet. It’s a nicely consolidated presentation that’s quick and easy for parents to prepare and simple for kids to eat.

Based on client requests, Sunfare is in the process of allowing side alternatives per meal. For example, if the mac and cheese

KIDS, DELI LUNCHBOX All-natural deli ham, all-natural oven-roasted turkey and sliced cheddar cheese served with organic crackers, steamed broccoli, fresh-cut pineapple and organic jelly beans.

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ARTICLE STACI HAUK | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Mountainside Fitness CEO and Founder Tom Hatten

Pens New Book about an Exciting Fitness Journey TOM

OF

for fitness. From the number of classes offered per

MOUNTAINSIDE FITNESS, HAS BUILT A FITNESS

HATTEN,

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AND

FOUNDER

week (80) in three separate studios and cardiovascu-

EMPIRE BASED ON SIMPLE PRINCIPALS, LIKE

lar machines with TVs on them to interactive childcare

A PHILOSOPHY OF TEAMWORK AND FINDING

and a large strength floor with sectorized machines,

THOSE WITH A PASSION FOR WHAT THEY DO.

free weights and Core training areas, Mountainside

His recent book, Dream On, is available for purchase,

offers high-quality amenities for a reasonable cost.

and it details the beginnings of Hatten's success but delves into so much more.

"The idea for the book began in 2012 as I was looking back over my 21-year career. I didn’t think I’d be here, so

Tom believes people are loyal to people, not things, and in that same vein, he has hired employees looking to offer a personal touch to complement the array of amenities.

it forced me to stop and look at it on the whole," Tom

"Do I help you learn what the treadmill does or

says. "I started to get my thoughts and feelings out. This

say, 'Here you go, good luck?' That difference can

is not a book about how to start a business but all the

drastically change someone's motivation. Our big-

aspects of running and growing a business."

gest success is that we deliver the fitness, but more

Tom recalls being a 'kid with no money' to facing the economic collapse to his ultimate success with the business. He wanted to offer readers a behind-the-curtain look at successful people and what their story truly is.

"Anyone who reads this will know me at the end.

I appreciate honesty; I think it shows strength. This book is a very honest perspective, and it was the right thing for me to put out there."

importantly, we care that you’re here. It doesn’t end when you walk in the door; it starts."

Tom says he loves the childcare aspect of Mountainside and feels it is beyond compare. His goal was to offer a program where kids wanted to go.

"If they are excited to visit, it motivates us to visit, even as tired parents."

Another big difference is Tom's belief in trying

Tom describes Mountainside Fitness facilities as

before you buy. Mountainside has a free five-day

nonintimidating, friendly and a high-value concept.

pass in order to get into a rhythm and make sure it is

He feels his branding came over time, as he contin-

the right fit for you. We all need exercise as a stress

ually put personality first and fitness second when

reliever, and going to the gym shouldn't cause stress.

hiring employees.

He also believes in purposeful workouts, so finding a

"You stand out if you aren’t fun and enthusiastic

gym that is a good fit is key.

about being healthy. You can't simply be motivated

"The thought of owning my own business to see if I

by sales. I figured if I am not obsessed about sales,

could create something was exciting to me," Tom says.

then my staff and clients will be stress-free too."

He takes great pride in the environment he's built

Mountainside has sought out the ability to "conquer

at Mountainside Fitness and encourages entrepre-

all things at a fair price." The company incorporates

neurs and clients alike to read more about making

many amenities along with a progressive foundation

their desires a reality and to truly Dream On this year.

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Starting a business is a lot like parenting, we have that desire but there’s also the unknown. They are conquered in much the same way...you love your kids or business unconditionally and you will figure it all out without the books, the experts, etc. You don’t always know what’s coming at you and you might know basics but things are not always basic. Trust yourself that you will grow and get better at it. don’t fear it, embrace it.

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THE REAL ESTATE MARKET DOESN’T DICTATE YOUR RESULTS, THE REAL ESTATE TEAM YOU HIRE DOES!

Coming Soon in Paradise Valley

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

PARADISE VALLEY

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN ESTATES

$1,675,000

$1,600,000

95.50%

61

5

7

CAMELHEAD ESTATES

$1,620,000

$1,550,000

95.70%

52

5

6

STONEVIEW

$2,695,000

$2,600,000

96.50%

132

4

4.5

RANCHO DEL MONTE

$1,475,000

$1,425,000

96.60%

62

4

4

DEL RAY ESTATES

$2,170,000

$2,100,000

96.80%

258

6

7

DEL RAY ESTATES

$1,035,000

$1,002,500

96.90%

138

4

3

$899,000

$875,000

97.30%

40

4

3

VISTA LINDA

$3,950,000

$3,850,000

97.50%

9

5

6.5

TALIVERDE

$1,065,000

$1,039,000

97.60%

33

3

2

PARADISE GREEN

$1,999,997

$1,955,000

97.80%

203

5

5

ANDORRA

$874,900

$865,000

98.90%

370

5

5.5

KACHINA GARDENS

$925,000

$917,000

99.10%

60

4

3

ARROYO HEIGHTS

$1,595,000

$1,595,000

100.00%

40

5

5.5

CHENEY ESTATES

$2,348,500

$2,348,500

100.00%

48

4

4.5

EXETER SQUARE

$2,850,000

$2,850,000

100.00%

312

5

4

KACHINA GARDENS

$829,000

$829,000

100.00%

328

5

4

VILLAS AT MOUNTAIN SHADOWS

$2,735,701

$2,735,701

100.00%

176

3

3.5

VALENCIA ACRES

$795,000

$800,000

100.60%

152

4

3

INGLESIDE CLUB

$1,425,000

$1,490,682

104.60%

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67

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GIVING BACK

AT KATHY SWEET'S VENUE, Nonprofits are the Main Event just 'because' WHEN PARADISE VALLEY RESIDENTS KATHY SWEET AND

she says. "For example, a company needs to have a meeting

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others that have a similar heart to ours and have looked no fur-

"We started automätik, a training and events company in 1990.

ther once they took a tour and found out about the giveback."

Through that business, we have hosted many events in a huge

Hustle Phoenix has been one client that is near and dear

variety of spaces," Kathy says. "We encountered many obstacles

to Kathy's heart. Hustle works with the under-resourced in

when organizing and throwing these events. We wanted to open

Phoenix to go through a mentor program in becoming entre-

a space that brought the community together, was based on a

preneurs. Hustle Phoenix hosts its graduations in because's

give-back model, was customer-focused, had an incredible staff

fearless auditorium.

that is easy to work with and easy plug-and-play audio/visuals— and here we are—because Event Space was born!" "because" (always lowercase) came from combining the phrase "beauty and events for a cause." It is a 15,000-square-foot

"They love having a space that not only supports them as a cause but believes in their mission. And the community is learning about their important work as an organization as well," Kathy says.

"The because Event Space is such a beautiful space, and

foot theater with a state-of-the-art 4K rear-projection system,

the atmosphere of the venue brings so much joy," says Crys

an outdoor lawn and several flowing indoor spaces, that can be

Waddell, Hustle Phoenix's donor engagement and spe-

transformed and used for a variety of events. because also pro-

cial events coordinator. "We are beyond grateful to have the

vides more than 3,000 square feet of gallery space to display

opportunity to be selected as one of the seven charities that

and promote the work of Phoenix-based artists. And as luxu-

is allowed to use the space as a donation twice a year. We

rious as this sounds, the mission at because is much deeper.

are humbled by the generosity of because...every time one

"Another part of our focus is giving back. Ten percent of

of the available spaces is booked, Hustle Phoenix has the

what is spent on an event is donated to a local nonprofit,"

opportunity to receive a 10 percent donation. With the help of

Kathy says. "We have partnered with seven charities that our

because, Hustle Phoenix is a thriving organization that hosts

clients can choose to donate to, or if they are a nonprofit, the

great events in a really great space."

donation can go directly to them."

The array of spaces at because all have positive affirmation

Kathy says it is so rewarding to see clients choose a charity to give back to, post-event.

names, such as gracious, kind, original, fearless, joyful, humble,

"After the event, it took one client two weeks to decide

chill, honest and smooth. Kathy notes that the names add to the

which cause to select for the giveback. In the end, she had

ambiance of such a heartwarming venue with dedicated staff

such a hard time she selected to split it between two of the

and the goal of giving back.

causes, so that's amazing."

"because has been extremely well-received by individuals and businesses. For many, the giveback is icing on the cake!"

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Fo r m e r Olympic Gold Medalist M i s ty H y m a n I n s p i re s O t h e r s with a Sustainable Fitness Routine ARTICLE STACI HAUK PHOTOGRAPHY CJ GERSHON

FORMER OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST AND PARADISE VALLEY RESIDENT MISTY HYMAN SPENT MANY YEARS TRAINING FOR EXCELLENCE IN SWIMMING. She has parlayed that passion and motivation into a career and way of life for her and her family. She knows that fitness is essential, and fitting it into a busy lifestyle can make it attainable as well.

"As a junior in high school, I barely missed the Olympic Team in 1996 by three one-hundredths of a second. I am best known for winning the 200m butterfly in the Sydney Games in 2000," she says. "At the time, I was a junior at Stanford University, training about 20 to 25 hours per week. Our training was primarily swimming, but it also included yoga, Pilates, weight training, spinning and stretching. One of the biggest challenges for me was transitioning from my competitive swimming training and eating regimen to one suited for a more traditional lifestyle."

Being accustomed to the all-or-nothing mentality for so long left Misty thriving on extremes. It was what attributed to her success in the pool, but it prevented her from finding a balance.

"It took some time, but I have found that being 'obsessively moderate' about my eating and exercising helps me to keep a healthier balance. I don't do any extreme diets or exercising. I allow myself to enjoy holidays, treats and parties without over-indulging. My peaks and valleys aren't as big as they used to be. I no longer feel the need to be perfect in this area of my life, which is good because it would be impossible for me to be human in the best sense of the word and still be a perfect exerciser and eater."

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Misty moved back to her hometown here in Paradise Valley after studying abroad for three years and has been a swimming coach and an inspirational speaker for the last 10 years. She is happily married and a proud mom of 1-year-old Vivian.

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"I certainly don't train like an Olympian anymore!

That would be exhausting and counterproductive. I train and eat moderately. I don't have a special diet or any kind of restrictions. Food plays a lot of roles in our lives as humans, not only as nourishment but also socially and emotionally. I acknowledge and honor that all those aspects of food are important. Within that, I try to make the best choices I can without trying to be perfect, because that is impossible.

Lean proteins, plenty of fruits and vegetables and enough whole-grain carbs, with limitations on processed and sugary foods, are Misty's general standards.

And her mantra is simple: "I listen to my body the best I can. I have found that being kind to yourself is the best thing you can do."

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JANUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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Take a train ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad through a winter

Salt

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The Hermosa Inn is proud to

wonderland of lights and displays.

Enjoy

Pima

announce its second year partnering

Take a ride on the historic Charros

Maricopa Indian community art-

with Scottsdale Artists’ School to

Carousel, and visit the park’s one-of-

ist Alice Manuel as she demon-

create a journaling series.

a-kind Model Railroad Building.

strates

how

Native

The $85 fee includes instruction, all

American baskets. She will share

supplies, including a journal sketch-

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information about the art of bas-

book, a mimosa and pastries for

ket weaving and its significance

morning classes, and wine and appe-

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tizers for afternoon classes.

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Guided Hike & Bike Program offers

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about 90 guided hike and bike tours in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The themes for these tours are Discovery (educational), Wellness, Family and Mountain Bike (which include beginner clinics). These tours

12-20 BARRETT-JACKSON CLASSIC CAR SHOW

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Auction returns to WestWorld Jan.

event at The Scottsdale Resort at

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to Scottsdale. The auction also

of the Year Awards Dinner and

The Scottsdale Art District has much

features an exhibitor marketplace

Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony,

to offer every Thursday evening from

and hours of live worldwide tele-

where football greats of the past,

7-9 p.m. Restaurants, museums and

vision

present and future will gather.

free

Channel and Velocity.

are offered free of charge.

trolley/horse-drawn

carriage

rides are available during ArtWalk.

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HUMANA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL ARIZONA MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON Phoenix Convention Center

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latest in running gear, nutrition and

training. The event is free and open to the public.

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One of the top festivals with an amazing selection of craft beer.

Many will be strong in flavor as well as specialty styles and just-for-thisevent brews. Each ticket holder will receive a commemorative tasting cup and drink tickets. The event is a fundraiser for the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

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smooth, peppy and nimble ride!

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FUEL ECONOMY: 30 MPG

for the sport of driving that comes from my roots.

My late grandfather, Robert (Bob) Montana,

is a convertible, with the most user-friendly drop-

was a racecar driver who raced among some of

top and plenty of cargo space. Its comfortable

the greats. It was no surprise when he opened

and classy interior boasts black leather Alcantara

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