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This one is for... me?

Ok, I’ll admit it, this is a weird issue for me. Because you’re probably reading this letter before you get to the "meat and potatoes" of what’s inside (yes, it’s the Men's issue), I’ll tell you why. It’s because I’m in it! And not just in my usual, monthly publisher’s letter way. Our editor decided that, because of my background, I would make a great subject for a profile. Deep breaths, Mike. Deep breaths.

In all honesty, I’m kind of excited to introduce our readers to my story. I don’t tell it much —someone once told me there’s a reason the windshield is so much bigger than the rearview mirror—but it is a big part of who I am and a journey I’m really proud of. Enough about me, though.

My article notwithstanding, I really love the content focused on men’s health and wellness. We live in a community of high-performers, but often, we’re the last ones to hit the "pause" button to check on our own vitals, and while there’s no shortage of wellness marketing focused on women, men’s wellness is just starting to take off.

So, take a look at the stories in these pages. If my own profile proves anything, it’s that we all have a story worth telling, and the next mile of the journey is the one that matters most.

MIKE MCCARTHY, PUBLISHER

June 2026

PUBLISHER

Mike McCarthy | mike.mccarthy@citylifestyle.com

MANAGING EDITOR

Nora Tarte | nora.tarte@citylifestyle.com

PUBLICATION DIRECTOR

Kasey Christensen | kasey.christensen@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Liza Belka, Dan Eckles, Eric Marks, Nora Heston

Tarte, Angela Rudolph Tayour

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Willis Bretz, Eric Marks

Corporate Team

CEO Steven Schowengerdt

President Matthew Perry

COO David Stetler

CRO Jamie Pentz

CoS Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Josh Govero

LAYOUT DESIGNER Amanda Schilling

QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Hannah Leimkuhler

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WHEN YOU’RE READY, WE’RE READY.

The news has been abuzz with stories of major insurance carriers ceasing to serve whole states; homeowners who have been with the same company for decades suddenly getting a “will not renew” letter and having to ﬁnd new coverage within 30 days, or being informed that “based on a recent inspection” their roof needs to be replaced. Yikes!

Did you know, when buying a home and securing insurance, the carrier has 30 days to inspect the property and conﬁrm if they will keep the policy or not? That would be an unpleasant surprise right after celebrating your new home.

If you’re in the market to purchase a new, or new-to-you, home, we have structures and strategic partnerships in place to protect you throughout the escrow process, including navigating issues with insurance.

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1: The Reno City Council proclaimed March 25, 2026, as Menopause Workplace Awareness Day. 2: Reno Rodeo President Mark Sutton and artist Louis Basso at the Association’s monthly luncheon April 16. 3: The Reno Phil's Classix concert, Carmina Burana, took place April 17.

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New Chapter - Familiar Faces

Shauna Ganes and Breanna Bursell are stepping out on their own. The long-time Realtors are now operating as a dynamic duo through the Ganes Real Estate Group at Chase International Real Estate.

"We are purpose-driven, heart-centered leaders offering real estate services to sellers, buyers, and investors in the Reno/Sparks area. We are excited for a new chapter to continue serving our amazing clients and have the opportunity to make new meaningful connections," Ganes says.

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Unveiling The Residences on Winter Street

Now pre-leasing, The Residences on Winter Street is a boutique collection of 65 luxury apartments located in Reno’s Riverwalk District. Designed with condominium-level finishes by a nationally recognized firm, the building features an array of private amenities including a golf simulator, wellness suite, and Sky Deck, complemented by captivating Sierra Nevada views. This limited offering introduces a new standard of sophisticated, urban living to Reno and is exclusively leased by Compass. Visit www.residencesonwinter.com to apply.

Montreaux's last neighborhood: Après collection

Montreux has unveiled its last luxury development—the Après collection, Après. Which translates to after, is made up of five floor plans ranging from 2,999 to 5,282 square feet and placed on homesites near the 7th green on the neighborhood’s south end. The community boasts manicured walking paths, access to sparkling lakes, and its own park. Build options start in the low $2 million range and are available in both single- and two-story options.

KNOWS BALL MIKE ALT

Born without the three middle fingers on both hands, Mike Alt never let his condition define what he could do. Instead, he adapted—learning early that determination matters more than limitation. Whether in everyday life or on the playing field, he proved that obstacles don’t decide your future—you do.

Historically, Mike’s condition is termed a disability, but his preferred term is limb difference. Basically, Alt was born with a birth defect impacting his hands likely cause by one of two conditions— Amniotic Band Syndrome or Symbrachydactyly.

Regardless of the technical terms or hard-to-say medical gibberish, the cause didn’t matter much to Alt, now 36, or his parents.

Born in 1989, Alt only had two ultrasounds, which is very different than medical protocol today. As a result, Mike's parents and the doctors had no idea he had a birth defect. In fact, there were other complications during his birth that were more pressing.

"My parents didn't really care about my hands; they were just happy I was a healthy baby boy."

Alt was healthy indeed. And seemingly ready for anything the world could throw at him—literally and figuratively. He spent time at Shriner’s Hospital in the Bay Area as an infant and it didn’t take long for him to show everyone around him that he was up for a challenge.

“When I was about a year old, the doctors were talking to my parents about what their options were for my hands,” Alt says. "But then the doctors sat me on the table, put a string above my

GROWING UP WITH FOUR FINGERS HASN'T STOPPED ALT FROM PURSUING A LIFE ANCHORED BY SPORTS

ARTICLE BY DAN ECKLES PHOTOGRAPHY BY WILLIS BRETZ

head and told me to look up at it. They dropped the string and without hesitation, I grabbed it.”

From then on, the conversation changed. Make the best with what you’ve got. “My parents… said, ‘let’s support him.’ For that, I’m forever grateful.”

Doctors did warn Alt’s parents he would struggle in sports and never play on the monkey bars, but spoiler alert: he excelled at both. Despite familial support, his childhood wasn’t always easy.

“I got bullied a lot. That was a different time,” Alt says. “There were times it didn’t feel like a blessing. But coming out of that, learning I was able to do most everything my friends could do, even though it took longer than most, then I learned to be grateful.”

Alt grew up loving sports, devoting much of his time to them throughout school. He played lots of basketball and some baseball. His dad worked for the San Jose Sharks, so he mixed in some hockey, too.

In high school he excelled on the tennis court, reaching northern Nevada’s large school regional final three times during his prep career at Damonte Ranch High and eventually becoming the school’s girl’s team’s head coach.

Still, basketball was his first love. He overcame the absence of digits and taught himself how to shoot the roundball. He made hoop teams at Damonte and coached at the South Reno high school during his college years. He still coaches basketball to this day, teaching the game and sitting on the board of directors for the local Sierra Nevada Basketball program , (a role he has held since the program's inception).

He's also an avid golfer and continues to play basketball and hockey on adult leagues in Reno.

It was during his time at the University of Nevada, Reno when Alt learned to really embrace his limb difference during a class video assignment.

“It was 2012 and I knew I had to talk about the thing that I don’t talk about. To that point in my life, I’d answer questions about my limbs but wasn’t going out of my way to discuss it. I typically had my hands in my pockets. That class assignment made me get vulnerable,” he says, alluding to a video assignment where he talked about his condition and how it had impacted his life. “The video blew up. It got 5,000 views in a single night. A lot of companies

reposted it. It created a lot of positive feedback and even helped me learn about other limb differential groups… That was a turning point in my life. I started to look at it as a blessing. I was glad I didn’t have to keep this to myself. I could share and be proud of myself and others.”

The assignment launched a period of advocacy for Alt. He competed in a local TEDx competition for UNR, he spoke at school assemblies and to corporate employee groups, and he became active with Lucky Fin Project.

Alt graduated from UNR with a degree in business management. He’s worked for ProLogistix for the past nine years and is currently a business development/market growth manager for the company.

“Now, my hands are just a reminder of where I’ve come from, what I’ve done, and to never take life for granted,” Alt says.

“You should not shy away from a challenge. That’s the biggest thing. If I went ‘woe is me,’ and kept my head down, if I’d have said, ‘no I can’t do that,’ I would’ve lost out on so many different things. For me, this is just a reminder to try and create value for people, helping them see they can overcome any challenge that’s in the way.”

THE TEAM YOU DIDN’T KNOW RENO HAD

LEARN THE LORE OF THE RENO ZEPHYRS

ARTICLE BY LIZA BELKA PHOTOGRAPHY BY WILLIS BRETZ

Joining a rugby team might start with a conversation at the gym. Or at a concert. Or just out around town.

That’s how many players find their way to the Reno Zephyrs, a team that’s been part of the community since 1979 and now fields more than 30 players from across Reno, Sparks, and Carson City.

“Rugby in the U.S. is very much grassroots,” says Willis Mein, a Zephyrs player. “A lot of guys don’t start until high school, college, or even later.” For

the Zephyrs, that’s part of the appeal. Many players show up with little to no experience, brought in simply by meeting someone already on the team.

“There’s a position for everyone,” Mein says.

What they find is less about fitting a predetermined mold and more about finding their particularly carved place. The roster includes longtime locals and recent transplants, business owners, veterans, and guys who just moved to Reno a few months ago. No two players look the same on paper, but the connection on the field is what keeps them there.

“You won’t find the same two people on our team,” Mein says, “but every single player shares a passion for rugby and respect for the player next to them.”

That respect doesn’t stop when the game ends. After every match, both teams come together for a social rugby tradition that turns competitors into something closer to a community. Players swap stories, recognize standout performances, and, sometimes, even sing together.

The Zephyrs welcome beginners and encourage anyone curious to come out to a practice or reach out through social media. And while the culture is welcoming, the team itself is far from playing small. The Zephyrs compete in the

Northern California Rugby Football Union and have built a quiet legacy over the years, including Division III national championships in 2003 and 2008 and, most recently, a league title in 2025.

However, despite that history, the team’s biggest challenge is visibility. Many locals don’t realize Reno has a rugby team at all. Club rugby operates largely through word of mouth, and the Zephyrs rely on that same energy, including meeting people around town, inviting them out, and building the roster one connection at a time.

For anyone curious, the ask is straightforward: show up. No experience required. Because once people find the Zephyrs, they tend to stay.

For More Information: www.renozephyrsrfc.com

ARTICLE BY NORA HESTON TARTE

PARK Wellness

CITY

Refuel and recharge in Utah's luxurious mountain expanse

We so often think of Park City as the place to visit in winter for snow sports and movie premieres, but the Utah town, located just 30 minutes outside of Salt Lake City, is good for more than slopeside beverages and snowy mountain escapes. Visit Park City in spring for a new kind of mountain adventure, one focused on wellness and recovery, with just that hint of luxury we all expect from Park City.

GET OUT AND EXPLORE

Just being out in fresh air is beneficial to body and mind and those famous skiing destinations pull double duty in warmer months. Once the snow has melted off and the snowmobiles are put away for the season, the lifts keep running, taking adventurers to the tippy top of mountains for hiking, mountain biking, and alpine rides.

If the chairlift ride wasn’t scenic enough, you can book yourself into zipline adventures, disc golf courses, and other kid-friendly activities such as gem panning and rope courses, all with a spectacular view.

Utah’s largest alpine coaster, the Park City Alpine Coaster, is located at Park City Mountain Resort. The entire gravity-powered ride covers more than one mile of distance with quick loops and hairpin turns, traveling up to 30 miles per hour. The same mountain is home to the Alpine Slide, boasting four tracks each over 3,000 feet long, making it amongst the longest alpine slides in the world.

If you’re looking to bike and hike the trails, you’ll be pleased to learn there are more than 150 miles available between Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort.

And if you’ve heard of the famous little place called Park City Olympic Park, you can step foot on the site of the 2002 winter Olympics. The summer season runs May 22-Sept. 7 and includes a summer bobsled experience and flying ace freestyle shows, plus access to museums where you can learn more about the Olympic games and the athletes who competed in them.

HIT THE SPA

Park City doesn’t skimp on luxury when it comes to spa treatments. Top tier options include The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge and Spa Pendry. The first is a rare Forbes five-star rated spa with traditional treatment options as well as altitude adjustment therapy while Spa Pendry not only offers a full menu of services but also boasts rooftop pool access and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Smaller, boutique fitness outfitters exist in town including Pure Sweat + Float, FIKA Infusion, Plunj, Wellness Aesthetics, Everly Grace Whole Beauty, Jupiter Mountain Massage, and sessions with Dr. Kallie Harrison (acupuncture). Each of these provides its own list of resources for relaxing and recharging for the ultimate wellness getaway.

DOWNTOWN EXPLORATION

In between your big adventures and scheduled R&R, don’t forget to get out and enjoy Park City’s main stretch. Historic Main Street is home to more than 200 businesses including a lot of art galleries, small boutiques, and restaurants. There’s even a little bit of (light) nightlife.

“There

are more than 150 miles [of trails] available between Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort.”

Deer Valley Resort

WHERE TO CALL HOME

If you book yourself into a resort for the weekend, Black Rock Mountain Resort won’t disappoint. The sprawling property has just about every amenity you could imagine including a TV-clad gaming room, multiple dining spaces, and a full ice rink.

In early 2026, the resort unveiled The Onyx Club, which is also open to outside guests, a 10,000 square-foot fitness facility and social hub overlooking the ice rink. The gym has been outfitted with the newest technology for doing more than getting a good sweat in.

If you’re looking to venture out into the great outdoors, which we highly recommend, you can rent equipment from the on-site Switchback Sports, including fly fishing gear.

Deer Valley Resort

Park City Chamber/Bureau

Black Rock Mountain Resort

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME

Aceball is in full swing

ARTICLE BY ANGELA RUDOLPH TAYOUR

PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPLIED BY THE RENO ACES

Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks and enjoy America’s pastime with Reno’s own Triple-A baseball team, the Reno Aces. The team has become a spring and summer staple of the Biggest Little City, with a recently renewed contract committing the team to stay in Reno through 2049.

A.J. Vukovich

“I want to be the player I wish I had growing up,”

— Jeremiah Boyd

This season is one you don’t want to miss. With themed nights each homestand and firework displays on Friday nights, Aces baseball offers unique, family-friendly fun, bringing the community together like only baseball can. The 2026 season has started with the largest turnout in franchise history, and with good reason. The players are talented, friendly, and ready to inspire. Get to know a few of them—and be sure to grab tickets for this unforgettable season.

A.J. VUKOVICH – OUTFIELDER

For A.J. Vukovich, baseball started early, and he was a natural. Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he picked up a bat at just 4 years old, playing in his backyard and mimicking stances of professional players he looked up to. By 7, he was on teams, and before long, he joined a travel ball team, competing across the Midwest in tournaments.

“I just loved it and would spend hours throwing the ball to myself and practicing hitting,” he says.

“Looking back, those are really fun memories and I’m grateful to my mom for taking me all over to compete.”

Now in his second full season with the Aces after being called up to Reno in 2024, Vukovich is focused on growth—both as a player and as a professional. He spends his off-season in Arizona, staying close to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ facilities to keep his skills sharp and his mindset locked in.

Life with the Aces, he says, is something special, especially in a city like Reno.

“The fans really like the team,” he says. “It’s cool to see Aces memorabilia around town in restaurants. Nights like the 4th of July game and Mother’s Day with the big crowds—you can really feel how much the people care and enjoy it.”

For young players dreaming of following his footsteps, Vukovich emphasizes mindset and resilience over anything else.

Kristian Robinson

“If your gut tells you to do something, go all in,” he says. “Challenge yourself, get out of your comfort zone, ask questions, and lean on people who support you.”

That perspective has come full circle. Once inspired by players like fellow Wisconsin native Gavin Lux, Vukovich now recognizes his own role as someone younger athletes look up to.

“It’s cool to be in that leadership position now,” he says.

His long-term career goal is clear: reaching the big leagues. But just as important is how he gets there.

“I want to be the best version of myself every single day,” he says. "I want to look back and know I did everything I could to improve.”

KRISTIAN ROBINSON – OUTFIELDER

Kristian Robinson’s path to professional baseball began far from the bright stadium lights in U.S. baseball parks. Growing up in the Bahamas, he developed a love for the game through his family by watching games alongside his dad and older brother, and by playing outdoors whenever he could.

Opportunities to see Major League Baseball in person were rare, but impactful.

“I remember going to a Tampa Bay Rays game on family vacation back in 2010,” he says. “I still remember moments from that game.”

He started playing t-ball around age 5, but didn’t fully commit to baseball until his early teens. From there, his journey took him to the United States, where he joined travel teams, competing in Ohio and Florida, and trained in an academy setting. Those experiences pushed him both athletically and personally.

“It was a cultural adjustment,” he says. “Being away from family was, and is, tough, but it helped me understand the level of professional baseball play I needed to reach.”

Now entering a full season with the Aces after joining the team in July 2025, Robinson describes the experience as a bit surreal.

“There’s the reality of being an athlete and wanting to perform, but there’s also the moment when kids come up and look at you like you’re someone special,” he says. “That’s something I don’t take lightly.”

A.J. Vukovich

Jeremiah Boyd

“I want to be the best version of myself every single day... I want to look back and know I did everything I could to improve,”

— A.J. Vukovich

That genuine connection is something that he feels and embraces when meeting fans, especially the kids who run over for autographs.

“Be grateful for the people who brought you to the games,” he says, regarding advice he wants to share with fans. “These moments at the game with people who care about you are ones you’ll remember.”

His advice for aspiring players is rooted in discipline and belief.

“I’m a big believer in hard work and having big ambitions,” he says. “Even if it feels a bit unrealistic, anything is possible! Put your head down, stay organized, and keep going.”

Off the field, Robinson is just as grounded. A father of two young children, he says his biggest priority is being present for his family and building a bright future for them, while continuing to chase his dreams.

“I want to see how far I can go in this game,” he says. “The sky is the limit! But more than anything, I want to set my kids up for great lives.”

JEREMIAH

BOYD – CATCHER

Baseball has been part of Jeremiah Boyd’s life for as long as he can remember. He picked up a bat at 3 years old and began playing organized ball shortly after, guided by his father, a longtime professional scout who is currently with the Baltimore Orioles.

Growing up around the game meant access to something many young players only dream about: major league clubhouses, iconic stadiums, and professional athletes.

“I got to be around big league players from a young age,” he says. “Those were guys I really looked up to.”

Now in his fourth year of professional baseball, Boyd brings that perspective with him every time he takes the field, especially when it comes to fan interaction.

“I want to be the player I wish I had growing up,” he says. “Approachable, interactive, signing autographs, talking to kids. At the end of the day, it’s a kid’s game.”

That philosophy extends to his advice for young players.

“Have fun,” he says. “This game is hard and it’s only getting harder. If you’re not enjoying it, it can feel like a job really fast. Work hard, trust the process, but don’t lose the joy.”

Behind the scenes, Boyd understands that success at this level requires both physical and mental preparation. From workouts and drills to studying pitcher and hitter tendencies, staying ready is a daily commitment.

Still, when it comes to the ultimate goal, the call to the major leagues, he’s realistic.

“Physically, you know you’re ready and can perform,” he says. “But mentally, it’ll probably always be a surprise. When it happens, I’ll be excited, but probably a little shocked, too. I don’t know if anyone would really be fully mentally prepared for being called up.”

Playing for Reno crowds, he adds, makes the journey even more meaningful.

“The fans here really love baseball,” he says. “Even on a Wednesday night, you’ve got a great crowd. That energy makes a huge difference.”

Like his teammates, Boyd has his sights set on the big leagues, but his vision goes beyond just playing.

“I want to play baseball at the major league level, but I also want to impact the game at that level, and there are a lot of ways to do that,” he says. “However that looks, I want to stay in baseball as long as I am blessed to be able to do so.”

A Competitive Spirit

Before Mike McCarthy was our publisher, he was chasing medals at the olympics

Before Mike McCarthy ever published a magazine, built a start-up, or worked on Wall Street, he was already living a life defined by elite performance.

Long before Reno became home, McCarthy was one of the most accomplished cyclists in American history — a 17-time national champion and a three-time world champion, winning twice as an amateur and once as a professional. He wasn’t just competing at the highest levels of his sport — he was dominating them.

Much of McCarthy’s life has been about accomplishment. He grew up in New York City, living just a block from Central Park. His proximity to the park helped lay the foundation for an early love of riding a bike. That love quickly grew into something more serious. It wasn’t long before McCarthy was racing, first locally, then nationally, and soon on the international stage.

“Being 14 and finding your passion in life is really amazing, especially during the 1980s in NYC. I was smitten,” McCarthy fondly recalls. “A couple years later I moved out to Colorado Springs and the Olympic Training Center.”

That move changed everything. McCarthy’s talent and work ethic accelerated him into the upper ranks of American cycling, and by the late 1980s he had become one of the sport’s premier competitors.

ARTICLE BY DAN ECKLES

PHOTOGRAPHY BY WILLIS BRETZ

He qualified for the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea, competing in the Velodrome 5K. It was a milestone achievement — but for McCarthy, it was only the beginning. He later turned professional, continuing to rack up titles and cementing his reputation as one of the world’s best pursuit riders.

In 1992, he captured a world championship in individual pursuit, a career-defining moment that still stands out decades later.

“The world championship, for me, that was the big one,” McCarthy says, alluding to his favorite athletic accomplishment. “I look at the Olympics as not being great showings. I finished sixth and ninth. I can rationalize both but I went to Atlanta with medal expectations.”

“Still, the older you get, the more you have to appreciate [the Olympics experience]. To do that twice is pretty cool. I set high standards and high goals. I’m in the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame. The further away I get, the more reflective I get. It’s pretty cool to have done the things I did.”

A year after his world title, Olympic rules changed, allowing professionals to compete in the Games. McCarthy qualified once again — this time for the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, returning to the sport’s biggest stage with even greater expectations.

But even the greatest athletes eventually confront the same reality: the body can’t remain at peak performance forever. In world-class sports, Father Time is undefeated. And McCarthy, competitive to his core, didn’t want to hang on long enough for the sport to take something from him.

“After the Goodwill Games in 1998, I made the decision to stop,” he says. “I didn’t want to travel 300-plus days

a year. I delivered a good performance in front of my home New York crowd and said goodbye. That’s how I’d written it in my head, so to do that was pretty awesome… I didn’t want to compete if I didn’t think I could be the best anymore, so it was time to go.”

When the racing ended, McCarthy’s drive didn’t disappear — it just shifted.

After cycling, he launched into an equally diverse professional career, including 16 years working on Wall Street and nearly another decade building start-ups in the Bay Area. The same discipline that carried him to Olympic velodromes and world championship podiums carried over into business, where he built a reputation for taking on complex challenges and thriving in high-performance environments.

That path eventually led him west again, and in late 2020 he relocated to the Truckee Meadows. The move was motivated in large part by lifestyle, and by the same love of the outdoors that first began in Central Park decades earlier.

When McCarthy arrived in Reno and began exploring what his next chapter might look like, magazine publishing wasn’t exactly the obvious answer. But as he looked around, he saw something missing in the region’s media landscape and saw a way to connect with a community he was still getting to know.

“When I got here, I wanted to do something to… impact the community in a positive way,” McCarthy says. “I didn’t know a ton of people here and I thought the magazine looked like an interesting opportunity.”

So McCarthy jumped in head-first. City Lifestyle dropped its first issue in November of 2023 and more than two years later, it’s still going strong. Now, instead of competing for podium finishes, he’s focused on spotlighting the people, businesses, and stories that shape the Reno region.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Isn’t Just For Women

MEN CAN BENEFIT FROM BALANCING HORMONE LEVELS, TOO

ARTICLE BY NORA HESTON TARTE

Out of whack hormones aren’t just a woman’s problem. Everyone suffers from hormone imbalances that tend to shift heavily as you age. But hormone treatment for men? It doesn’t seem to be as heavily marketed. So how can you make sure your (or your beau’s) levels are in check?

Regularly scheduled bloodwork and labs is the best first step for balancing hormones. “Getting your hormone levels balanced usually brings the rest of your labs into place,” says Michael Hataway, owner and general manager of GameDay Men’s Health in Reno, a men’s health clinic that offers hormone replacement therapy, as well as sexual wellness, hair loss treatment, weight loss treatment, and more.

Hormone treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all, which means every patient has different “optimal” levels. Zeroing in on that can be time consuming, but it’s worth it. “Hormones control every single process—they control your mood, everything,” Hataway says.

But how can you tell your hormones are out of whack? Mood swings, low energy, low libido, anxiety, depression, loss of muscle mass, stubborn belly fat, brain fog, poor sleep, body aches and achy joints, hair loss…. The list goes on and on. Basically, if you’re not feeling yourself, it may be more than aging, and there may be something you can do about it.

While testosterone is a common hormone men need to finagle, it isn’t the only one. The ratio of your testosterone to estrogen is actually what’s most important. While every person has a different need for each, making sure the ratio is in a healthy range makes all of the difference.

The other most important part? How you feel.

Getting a baseline of where your levels are at is the best starting point. From there, you should get your bloodwork done consistently while receiving hormone injections. You may start by checking every six weeks and then reducing appointments to every three months, and then six. That way, if anything changes in your symptoms or levels, it can be addressed early.

After you start dialing in your hormones, support the rest of your body. Diet, mental health, and exercise are all important aspects of an overall wellness profile. And, TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) typically leads to higher levels of energy and motivation, making those other tasks easier to manage.

Need a Lift?

Since 1988, Bavarian Auto Haus has been servicing BMWs and Mini Coopers in northern Nevada, a rarity in the local automotive landscape. Expanding their services to all German cars in 2022, the focus is on providing precision care for German engineering without losing the friendly approach that comes with a family owned and operated shop where clients don’t have to choose between dealership level technology and the personal touch of independent service.

In 2025, BAH added new lifts and a state-of-theart alignment rack to enhance their ability to service German engineering. Modern German vehicles are more than just mechanical machines, they are sophisticated computers with wheels. Many rely on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and emergency braking. Because a car’s safety sensors (cameras and radar) are calibrated to the vehicle's "thrust line," even a microscopic adjustment to your wheels can throw them off. As the only independent local shop with the in-house capability to perform precision ADAS re-calibrations immediately following an alignment, BAH ensures your car’s ADAS sees the road exactly as your tires do.

As a full service shop, your car never has to leave BAH. From routine, top-of-the-line Liqui Moly oil services and performance tire setups, to complex full engine swaps and high-tech safety calibrations, the entire life cycle of your vehicle can be handled in one place. This allows for a complete maintenance history of your car under one roof, ensuring every repair works in harmony with the next.

BAH isn’t just fixing cars; it is preserving the precision performance you bought a German vehicle for in the first place. From commuting through Reno to carving mountain roads in Tahoe, the commitment is to vehicle is safety—calibrated and always ready for the road ahead.

Bavarian Auto Haus adds lifts and alignment racks for German cars

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MARKS

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AN EXCERPT FROM EPISODE 6 OF SHARE THE LIFESTYLE, A CITY LIFESTYLE PODCAST

Photographer: Brittany Dawn Short

Creative Director: Jen Birn

Stylist: Stephanie Coultress O’Neill

Location: Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin, TX

MIKE JOHNSON HAS BUILT HIS LIFE AROUND ONE QUIETLY RADICAL IDEA: THE STANDARD YOU SET PRIVATELY IS THE ONLY ONE THAT MATTERS.

After eight years in the Air Force, a celebrated run on national television, and a health crisis abroad that sent him deep into supply chains and ingredient certifications most founders never touch, the result is Oshun — a luxury ritual brand built on provenance you can trace and integrity you can verify. In an exclusive conversation for the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Mike shares what it actually takes to build something worth putting your name on. Read the highlights below, then scan the QR code for the full episode.

Q: YOU BECAME A FAN FAVORITE ON THE BACHELORETTE AND THEN LEFT THE SPOTLIGHT. YOU MOVED TO MEXICO, LEARNED SPANISH, THEN COSTA RICA, AND BUILT A COMPANY. WHAT DID THAT EXPERIENCE TEACH YOU ABOUT HUMAN BEHAVIOR?

A: “If you’re a good person going in, that shows. If you’re not, that shows too. I also learned that people form this parasocial relationship with you — they assume things about you. When all actuality, different circumstances bring out different parts of who you are. I was on TV trying to find love. The kindness people were showing after felt a bit fake, because they wanted to be a part of something that isn’t who I am individually, but a part of what they saw on TV. And so I had to get away from everybody and everything and the noise.”

THE QUIET STANDARD:

MIKE JOHNSON

“Too many people have prayed for me. So I’ve got to get up and do the walking.”

— Mike Johnson

Q: YOU JOINED THE AIR FORCE RIGHT OUT OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE. WHAT WERE YOU ACTUALLY RUNNING TOWARD?

A: “There was something in me that was saying: I’m not living up to my full potential. I was being a follower. My uncle said, ‘What’s going to make you become an adult the fastest?’ I said, obviously, the military. The Air Force broadened my thought process more than anything. We’re so caught up in our own perception — when you learn to understand different people’s perspectives, it adds to you in so many ways.”

Q: WITH OSHUN, YOU OWN YOUR MANUFACTURING, YOU EMPLOY A CHEMIST, EVERY PRODUCT HAS A BATCH NUMBER TRACEABLE TO ITS ORIGIN DATE. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO GO THAT DEEP WITH THE BRAND?

A: “The EU bans 1,100 ingredients in personal care products. The U.S. bans nine. That’s my starting point. Oftentimes, it might be the same ingredient, but it comes from a place where it doesn’t have the highest purity. And 60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed. Every product Oshun makes carries a batch number that goes back to the exact day it was created — I can show you every single supplier, the date, the origin. I own more than one part of the supply chain because that’s the only way I can stand behind what’s in the bottle.”

This conversation is just the beginning. Mike goes deeper into why he’s buying land up north, the family in the Philippines who prayed over his factory floor, and what he’d tell every person ready to stop performing and start building. Scan the QR code for the full, exclusive City Lifestyle interview on the Share the Lifestyle podcast.

MIKE JOHNSON

ONE OF A KIND. ONE OF 24.

Nestled at the highest elevation in Glenhaven, this private residence o ers a rare combination of modern design, natural beauty, and sweeping views of downtown Reno. Thoughtfully planned, this home embraces the landscape, creating a serene retreat just minutes from city life.

Reno’s newest and most exciting luxury community. An exclusive enclave of just 24 expansive homesites with privacy and views, all just moments away from city life. Please be in touch to schedule your private tour to explore our homesites, completed homes, or Buy & Build packages.

JUNE 6TH

A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

Frey Ranch's Food Truck Summer Series

Frey Ranch | 12:00 PM

Head over to Frey Ranch for a whiskey tour and tasting. As part of the summer food truck series, Grandpa Archie's and Valley Eats join the fun, adding flavorful food to your day's plans.

JUNE 9TH - 10TH

Brit Floyd

Grand Sierra Resort

Since bursting onto the scene in 2011, Brit Floyd has maintained status as the number one Pink Floyd tribute act. They will be performing two shows at the GSR, starting at 7:30 p.m. each night.

JUNE 11TH

Science Distilled: Reporting from the Jungle

The Discovery | 7:00 PM

Students from the Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science at the University of Nevada, Reno will report in both Spanish and English while working on location at La Selva Research Station in Costa Rica. Experience the stories the students produce—from fun videos for kids to research explainers—all designed to connect science with broader, more diverse audiences.

JUNE 13TH - 14TH

Summer Artisan Faire

St. Mary’s Art Center

A weekend art market at St. Mary’s Art Center will bring together regional artists, makers, and authors, offering visitors a chance to explore three floors of curated goods, live music, and a silent auction inside the historic 1876 building. Admission is free. Proceeds and participation support the local creative community and the art center’s ongoing programming.

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Hosted by Jason Candler & Associates and Jackie Mead – Sierra Sotheby’s

3rd Friday of Each Month at Different Local Coffee Shops

8:00 - 10:00 AM

Set your schedule. Make an impact. Build a life you’re proud of.

Behind each of our 200+ City Lifestyle magazines is someone who cares deeply about their community. Someone who connects people celebrates businesses, and shares the stories that matter most. What if that someone was you?

Or maybe it’s someone you know. If this isn’t the right time for you, but you know someone who could be the perfect fit, we’d love an Markets

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JUNE 15TH

Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass

Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts | 7:30 PM

It has been 60 years since the album “Whipped Cream & Other Delights” hit the sound waves, and Herb Alpert is celebrating with an informal concert to commemorate the occasion. A mix of Q&A and lively music, the 90 minute show will feature songs both new and old.

JUNE 18TH - 27TH

Reno Rodeo

Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center

The Reno Rodeo gets underway with the Kickoff Concert on June 17 featuring Dylan Scott, followed by 10 days of raucous and rowdy Reno Rodeo fun. Purchase your tickets to the festivities and get ready to watch bulls buck, horses run, and tiny tots get their first shot at the stage.

JUNE 19TH - 20TH

BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival

Downtown Reno

Virginia Street shuts down for an evening of BBQ food, local (and not so local) brews, and blues music. The annual event is back for a two-day extravaganza.

JUNE 24TH

Employee Health & Wellness Fair

Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce | 10:00 AM

Dozens of Reno/Sparks businesses and nonprofits dedicated to wellness, preventative care, fitness, and health care will provide information, educational materials, and demonstrations about their products and services to the public at this free Chamber event.

JUNE 30TH - JULY 5TH

Hell’s Kitchen

Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts

This coming-of-age tale is based on real life events and the music of 17-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys. Set in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of New York City, the story follows the life of Ali as she searches out how she belongs in the world.