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Health & Wellness JA N UA RY 2 02 4

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The Health & Wellness Issue For many of us, this time of year is full of excitement. It presents us with a reset, new horizons and goals to pursue. But for others, January can be a reminder of failed attempts from years past and the burden of expectation that this year will be different. The approach for this issue of Parker Lifestyle is from a mindset of not supplying quick fixes to check boxes in the short term but valuing what is sustainable over the long haul. We wanted to provide inspiration for making lasting, realistic, long-term improvements to your physical, emotional and mental health. Take the pressure off as you leisure the pages of this issue. Reflect in a way that improves your plans for living right now. We hope January inspires you to become the best version of yourself and make it a lifelong pursuit. Rediscover the why behind your health and fitness goals. Take note of what you can do to invest in yourself and those around you. Embrace life for the adventure it holds and keep a positive perspective for the future ahead. Each of our articles introduces different people and communities that believe in you and are cheering you on. You're not alone in your health and wellness journey. When it comes to anything in life - business, finance, food, home and personal health – it’s not what you do some days that move the needle - it’s what you do MOST days. For better or worse. For instance, taking a vacation every day would be financially and practically unfeasible, but taking trips a few times a year is doable. Having a beautiful steak dinner with a few cocktails and creme brûlée every night for dinner isn’t best for your health, but doing so once in a while might be fine! It’s not the sometimes choices we make, it’s the most of the time choices. So plan the vacation AND work to establish more regular rest in your work week. Join a fitness community or gym AND enjoy that tasty dessert you’ve been wanting to try at Poulette Bakeshop or West Main Taproom & Grill. It’s not what you do some days - it’s what you do most days that will lead to a more peaceful, fulfilling and fabulous year. Here’s to you! We’re cheering for you. C A S S A N D R A G R E E N , P U B L I C AT I O N D I R E C T O R @ PA R K E R C I T Y L I F E S T Y L E

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Featured

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Vitality and Strength

Experience New Strength with the New Year

Smooth Transitions Aging Well With Jill Yasskin

Train to Rediscover Yourself

Personal Trainer Joey Solano Believes in a Better Future For You

Discover Santosha Studios

Parker's Haven for Mind, Body and Soul Wellness

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The Honey Dipped Injector brings the most luxurious and effective treatments to help you feel and look your best! All practitioners are certified, providing safe, beneficial treatments focused on overall health and well-being. They specialize in post-surgical lymphatic drainage massage, which aids in minimizing swelling and recovery time. In addition, they provide luxury facials, PRP, IV therapy, injectables, fillers, weight loss support, exclusive memberships and much more! Call (303) 993-4852 to book an appointment. Visit thehoneydippedinjector.com Photography by Megan Phung

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Vitality AND STRENGTH EXPERIENCE NEW STRENGTH WITH THE NEW YEAR

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ith a promise of stronger muscles, stronger health and stronger self, The Exercise Coach can take you to the next level no matter your age or where you are in your fitness journey. “Making a difference in someone’s life is my passion,” owner Shelli Sifrit, says. Shelli and her husband, Mark, have been serving the Parker community since 2020 and recently opened their second location in Castle Rock. They have helped clients from 15-years-old to 87-years-old gain strength and balance in just two 20-minute sessions a week. “Our vision is to transform

the way we resist and reverse the usual aging process,” Shelli explains. The age-old philosophy of “just getting moving,” isn’t the only answer, especially as we age. The healthier and more productive approach is to exercise smarter, not longer. Traditional exercise tools deliver too much load at certain points and too little resistance at others. This mismatch dramatically reduces exercise effectiveness and promotes improper form. As the largest personal training studio brand, The Exercise Coach not only offers an ideal solution for busy people, but the proprietary equipment, Exerbotics®, and coach-led workouts are differentiators that set the franchise apart. The bio-sensitive training technologies make it possible

to measure your unique muscular and metabolic makeup and prescribe workouts that are entirely appropriate for you. The quick sessions and the ability to see instant results right on the screen provide motivation and a sense of accomplishment. By prioritizing resistance training to optimize health strength and vitality, people can do what they love. “Medicine has made it that we all live longer, and people want to be active with their grandkids. It allows us to do outdoor activities safely as we age and do the things we want to do,” Shelli explains. “I have always been active, but I was late becoming a hiker. I am much stronger than I used to be and more confident.” Strength training has been proven to have positive health and fitness benefits.

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Reducing body fat, increasing metabolic rate, increasing bone mineral density, reducing back and arthritic pain, and avoiding muscle loss are just some of the main benefits. Core strength, flexibility and endurance are also key to functional and safe performance. “Our Exercise Philosophy is to simultaneously maximize safety, effectiveness and efficiency,” Shelli relates. Instead of asking members to adapt to a dumbbell or weight stack, the technologies adapt to the individual’s capabilities and comfort level every second of every session. Shelli says members have recovered quicker from hip and knee replacements, ankle surgery and found relief from neuropathy. Members also lose weight as they gain muscle and become more active.

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Shelli and Mark are excited to be making a difference in the Parker and Castle Rock communities and The Exercise Coach is a proud member of the Parker Chamber of Commerce. The Exercise Coach is now also a Renew Active® premium location. The program is part of many UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans that offer fitness programs at no cost or a reduced rate, depending on the workout plan members choose. The Exercise Coach is changing lives one member at a time. “We want to empower and inspire people to enjoy strength,” Shelli emphasizes. “Our members in Parker are like family and now we have a new family in Castle Rock too.” To learn more visit exercisecoach.com/ parker, listen to the Strength Changes Everything podcast or call (720) 399-0788.

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Jill Yasskin, Elder Care Manager and Senior Real Estate Specialist

Colorado is experiencing a notable rise in its senior-care demographic as a record-setting number of Boomers enter their 80s. And, as seniors are living longer, they’re also having to make decisions previous generations didn’t have to make. They didn’t live long enough. Plus, as you can imagine—and AARP and the non-stop media remind us daily— seniors are in ever-increasing danger of being scammed. But, despite the worries seniors have of becoming a statistic of exploitation, they still have to field a considerable amount of legitimate advice being directed toward them—but not all of it is well-informed. Bottom line? With so much information coming at us, it’s easy to become paranoid. And it gets easier as we age, easier as our desires and needs change. There are too many unfamiliar-to-us decisions to be made—even legitimate ones! And worry on top of tough decision-making can be both an overwhelming and confusing process. But who do you trust? Jill Yasskin, Elder Care Manager at Aging at 5280 and Senior Real Estate Realtor at the Barrington Group Real Estate company, understands all of your frustrations, and she wants to take all of the negativity away from you—all of the frustration and indecisiveness that the fear-of-the-unknown bogey monster piles on. Jill’s primary goal is to help elders navigate the healthcare system while also helping them move into

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Jill Yasskin takes great pride in working with her clients to customize their own, unique road map to aging. appropriate housing for each season of their lives. Jill is a dedicated advocate committed to helping older adults with all aspects of aging and transition. “Aging is a journey with evolving stages of health, social and financial well-being,” she shares. “Walking with you every step of the way is necessary and comforting for [the] families we serve and very fulfilling for me.” Having worked over 10 years in the hospice and palliative care industry, Jill feels she has “a unique and special understanding of the many key issues facing our seniors in the Denver community,” and is dedicated to helping older adults with all of the aspects of aging and transition. “Whatever phase you are in life,” she says, “I can help with senior community placement, transition, downsizing, real estate services, care navigation, Medicaid benefits and asset protection.” To achieve this ideal, Jill begins her client consultation process by conducting a complimentary evaluation. “I begin by listening to your needs and guiding you through the process,” she shares, “ensuring your

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loved one is provided with the information needed to navigate the aging process.” Jill then drafts a personalized plan, tailored to both your short and long-term goals. Interestingly, the logo for Aging at 5280 contains a fingerprint image, and according to their website (www.agingat5280. com), every human fingerprint is unique. It doesn’t change with age or growth, and the “fingerprint pattern reveals a lot about our inborn personality, behavior, strengths, limitations, learning and acquiring style.” It is that explanation, right there, the understanding that our uniqueness is a gift. That is why Jill Yasskin takes great pride in working with her clients to customize their own, unique roadmap to aging. She strives to find each of her clients at Aging at 5280, as well as the Barrington Group, the ideal solution— one based on each individual’s personality, behavior and overall lifestyle. Want to learn more about Jill and how she can help you navigate every step of the aging process? Contact her at (303) 523-5009 or jill@agingat5280.com.

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“It’s possible to rediscover yourself,” Joey shares. That’s exactly what he aspires for in his clients. He begins with getting to know his clients through an assessment and genuine conversation. Being fit in his definition begins with love. “I don’t want to know how many pounds you want to lose, I want to know how many grandkids you have,” Joey goes on, “I think the focus should be loving yourself because that’s where it starts. A lot of times [losing weight] has more to do with lifestyle and being able to spend time with friends and family.” He firmly believes finding out your why behind your fitness goals is key. After the assessment he focuses on mobility and stretching exercises. “My job is to make you move correctly first, then we go into body weight exercises, what we call functional movement. From there goals can go any direction, build strength, muscle, lose 5 lbs, diet, etc.” Joey cares about time with loved ones and mobility for the future. That’s what it’s all for. He offers one-on-one training, building home gyms and educating his clients on how to reach their fitness goals. “Nothing beats serving people,” Joey says. Connection, community and perspective are key to transformation in his eyes. His desire is to build authentic relationships, be vulnerable and grow together in that way. His goal in 2024 is to take action. “Don’t think about it. Don’t question how you’re going to do it. Take action,” he emphasizes.

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The yoga studio boasts advanced temperature and humidity control, promoting detoxification and healthy breathing, while a boutique offers local jewelry and body care products. Five therapy rooms set the tone for a warm, non-judgmental environment for specialized counseling. “There’s a reason when people leave yoga that they’re all beaming—everyone feels so good,” relays Kelly. Santosha Studios prioritizes accessibility, offering a variety of monthly memberships. Plus, each licensed therapist accepts insurance, aligning with Kelly’s mission for an authentic, community-focused experience in Parker. ”There’s a real need for mental health, and the Parker community needed some additional options for yoga,” says Kelly.

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