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JA N UA RY 2 022 | T H E H E A LT H + W E LLN E S S I S S U E

FITNESS

FIT OVER 50: HOW TO BU I LD MUSCLE AN D M I N DSET AT ANY AGE H E A LTH + W E LLN E S S

CUT TI NG EDGE WELLN ESS S P O R T S + R E C R E ATI O N

RACI NG, PL ACI NG, AN D PACING

ST E P S TO C LO S I N G

Max Rombakh M A N AG I N G B R O K E R W I N D E R M E R E R E A L E S TAT E

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Our experience working with Max Rombakh was very refreshing. He is current and knowledgeable and extremely professional. He inspires confidence and made it very easy for us to trust his judgment and hand over the sale of our home to him. True to his word, he was engaged, available and responsive throughout the entire process. I have to say Max embodies the spirit of the broker of the future, combining professionalism with heart.” S E L L E R , Z I L LO W

LIFESTYLE LETTER

New Year, New Look

January 2022 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

Taylor Robinson | taylor.robinson@citylifestyle.com

You'll notice a new look in this issue – we have refreshed and redesigned our cover and layouts, bringing more visual alignment to our brand through our City Lifestyle website, print, and social platforms. As always, Bellevue Lifestyle is for and about the community, and your participation and feedback is encouraged and welcome. Sections in each issue - such as City Scene, Business Monthly, and Events - are compiled by your submissions, so stay in touch with your business announcements and upcoming events through our website citylifestyle.com/Bellevue or by emailing Bellevue@ citylifestyle.com. Our January issue is dedicated to health and wellness in the New Year: physical fitness, wellness trends, and inspirational athletes, is the focus of this issue. It’s a new year, and that signifies new beginnings and a fresh start. With how busy life becomes, it is a nice reprieve to be still for a moment and reflect on where we have been, what the past year has taught us, what we want to grow and learn from, and where we want to go from there. The practice of establishing new goals or a resolution for the coming year is something that can help us focus on what is truly a priority or at least what should be. For me personally, I’m preparing for the arrival of a baby girl at the end of this month, so slowing down, giving myself extra grace, and prioritizing rest and family are on my goal list this year. Whatever your goals may be this year, know that the simple act of making a goal is a great first step. We then just have to move from simply thinking about doing those things and make a daily decision to act on them. Here's to a healthy and happy 2022!

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Eastside Market Review

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Volume and prices were up across the Eastside for the first ten months of 2021, while days on market were down, compared to the same period last year. Woodinville had the greatest growth in sales at 103% with average days on market down 81%. In West Bellevue, sales jumped 19% as value increased to the highest level, 29%. Following traditional slowing in the marketplace over the holidays, we look forward to rebirth and renewal in the Spring of 2022. With tech growth strong and rates near historic lows, we expect a resurgence in Buyer demand as inventory increases. For those wanting to make a move, this dynamic could prove beneficial to both Sellers and Buyers. We appreciate the opportunity to serve Sellers and Buyers and welcome all into our VDB | Compass family. For more information about the market in your current or desired area, please contact us at 425.882.8821 or reply@vdbcompass.com. *Data shown is for single family homes priced $1M+ Jan - Oct 2021 (Compared to Jan - Oct 2020) from Trendgraphix.

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Mark von der Burg First Founding Broker | Compass Seattle mark@vdbcompass.com 206.245.9185 Seattle 425.882.8821 Eastside

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inside the issue The Health & Wellness Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

20 What is a Sound Bath?

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

F E ATU R E D

Business Monthly

24 Fit Over 50

Local Experiences

F E ATU R E D

24 Inspired By

FI T NES S

34 Racing, Pacing, and Placing

30 Expert Help

HEA LT H + WELLNE SS

F E ATU R E D

40 Self Care

40 The Cold Plunge

44 Events

Discover Why Sound Therapy is Considered One of the Ultimate Forms of Self-Care

How to Build Muscle and Mindset at Any Age

Local Endurance Athletes Share Their Lifestyle and What Makes them Tick

Dive Into The Wellness World’s Hottest(Actually, Coldest) Addition

O N T H E C OV E R

Photography: Life N Light Body Builder and Life Coach, Benny Mobley

20 Our Town

C O MMU NI T Y

LI FE + C U LT U R E

34 Healthy Lifestyle

S PO RTS + R E C R E ATION

HEA LT H + WELLNES S

46 Happy Hour

FO O D + B EV ER AG E

Medina Modern 2627 78th Avenue NE, Medina, WA 98039 Offered at $5,753,000

Bordner Construction, the latest masterpiece in Medina Modern Stylistic new construction in Medina… beyond the expected! Urban vibe fitted with expert craftsmanship and quality materials, every detail is well considered and skillfully executed. Artful design, generous spaces, and open flow create a seamless floor plan ideal for entertaining, from the well-appointed Chef’s Kitchen to the heated Outdoor Great Room. Upper Resident’s Level offers four en suite bedrooms including laundry and luxurious Primary Suite with Spa Bath, cozy fireplace and private terrace overlooking territorial views. Host indoor activities or extended stays in the spacious Recreation Level with Refreshment Center, Guest Suite, and dedicated Wine/Workout space.

Mark von der Burg

Joe Meisenheimer

Listing Agent

Co-listing Agent

mark@vdbcompass.com

joe@vdbcompass.com

425.882.8821

425.301.7531

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city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen in the city. 1

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1: Randy Eng, Jubilee REACH Executive Director. Jubilee Reach raised $1,290,000 at the Festival of Trees Gala 2: Bellevue Lifestyle Publisher and husband, Caitlin and Max Baker 3: Joe and Carrie Naeseth, Co-Founder & COO, MN Custom Homes (Title Sponsor of Festival of Trees Gala) 4: Alan and Nancy Bohling, Honorary Co-Chairs with their daughter Elizabeth Bohling 5: Shaun and Kristin McFadden, Co-Founder & CEO, MN Custom Homes (Title Sponsor of Festival of Trees Gala) 6: Board Chair, Jubilee REACH, Dave Cole and his wife Nancy Cole 7: Mike and Kathy Holmgren, Honorary Co-Chairs Photo Credit: Nicolai Buccino, Black Lantern Marketing, Jubilee REACH, and SwoopesSound CineMedia

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses. Speakeasy-Inspired Cocktail Lounge, Rouge, Now Open in Bellevue Guests will be immersed in an incredible social atmosphere that offers unexpected moments of discovery along the way. The menu focuses on small-bites and shareable plates, with an extensive wine, beer, spirits and crafted cocktails list to create complementary pairings. From vintage jazz bands to solo acts and other performers, this intimate space will be a place for local artists to showcase their talents and offer something totally new from the typical bar experience.

Lady Yum Offers “Macarons & Mischief ” at New Bellevue Square Shop Lady Yum, who first elevated France’s quintessential cookie in their chic Downtown Kirkland shop in 2014, has opened their fifth location in Bellevue Square. The vibrantly designed space sells macarons, splits of champagne, and artisanal products from the area’s most adventurous and impassioned makers. The fashionable cookie brand has built a loyal following with their fifteen yearround classic, creative monthly and seasonal flavors. Lady Yum is located on the second floor of 256 Bellevue Square.

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Find your Zen in Downtown Bellevue this January At ZenRock Fitness, we are dedicated to building and extending your foundation of fitness and health through strength and cardiovascular training, flexibility and yoga, meditation, and relaxation techniques working in harmony. Our private rooms offer high-energy, one-on-one training sessions free from distraction. Our knowledgeable trainers can support acute, chronic, and unique limitations. We welcome all bodies and work with where you are in your fitness journey. Movement is medicine. We look forward to supporting you.

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OH NO – NOT ANOTHER WITTY ADVERTISEMENT (You know you love it)

(C’est moi!)

Most brokers would list accolades or quote numbers for you here but it’s more my style to be a straight shooter so here’s my pitch:

Clients want hustle, a no nonsense approach and a proven track record. That’s where I come in! I go above and beyond for my clients. And I’d love to do the same for you....oh, and if you reach out, ya, I’ll give you a list of my accolades and quote you my numbers. Wanna talk more? Give the Broad a call!

Renee McGahan, the DwellSeeker Dwellseeker.com Old school Really old school Millennial Gen Z

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Luly Yang Design Group Wins National Awards for Amazon DSP Custom Branded Uniforms Luly Yang Design Group took home two distinguished awards for its distinctive and innovative products, thoughtfully designed and engineered to elevate the everyday lives of some of our most public-facing community members. The two national awards were presented by the Image Apparel Institute (IAI) and the North American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD), and the awards recognize the very best in workplace apparel. For Yang, the Amazon uniforms exemplify her mission to elevate the human experience and the face masks allowed her to impact thousands of lives.

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Introducing City Sweats, The Original Infrared Sauna Spa + Studio City Sweats is the original and top infrared sauna spa and studio, with four locations in WA (Wallingford, Madison Park, Bellevue, West Seattle). Infrared saunas heat the body deeply and detoxify it up to seven times more than regular saunas. Other amazing benefits include weight loss, glowing skin, relaxation, boosting the immune system, and cellular level rejuvenation, just to name a few! We are women and black-owned, born with love with a mission to help.

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Sskein Partners with Non-Profit Mary’s Place in ‘Beloved Beanie’ Collection Sskein has launched a 9-piece collection of sustainable beanies made from 100% baby alpaca wool in an effort to support Seattle non-profit Mary’s Place. The ‘Beloved Beanie’ collection is designed to bring awareness to the “No Child Sleeps Outside” initiative launched by Mary’s Place to help provide support for unsheltered families in King County. For every Beloved Beanie sold, a beanie will be donated to Mary’s Place. Give back to a great cause through February 2022!

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local experiences Locals recommending the best places and things to do in the city.

The New Year is the perfect time to make your health and wellness a priority, so why not pamper yourself at one of the many spas around town? Invite a friend for a day of relaxation or take some time for some much needed quality alone time. Whatever you prefer, we have you covered.

Day Spas & Health Treatments R ECOOP SPA: is your one stop for your regular maintenance regimen (massages, facials, body treatments, waxing, and nail care) in an upscale, relaxing, modern chic environment. 925 Bellevue Way Ne Bellevue, WA THE SPA AT PR O CLUB: in Bellevue, WA is driven by innovation and science, offering next generation medical treatments to help you age gorgeously. 4455 148th Ave Ne Bellevue, Wa FLOAT BELLEVUE: is a non-pharmaceutical option for treating anxiety, stress, and chronic pain, while connecting deeper than ever before with your truest self. 11101 Ne 12th St Ste 101 Bellevue, WA COR EPOWER YOGA: transforms you - both on and off the mat. Find yoga classes, yoga teachers and schedules at our Bellevue yoga studio. 10307 Ne 10th St Bellevue, Wa THE SALT SPA OF BELLEVUE: offers you everything from relaxation to holistic health; this amazing health alternative helps you breathe more easily, diminish stress, improve mental function, and dissolve away with a relaxed smile. 1850 130th Ave Ne Ste 4 Bellevue, WA

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What is a Sound Bath?

Discover Why Sound Therapy is Considered One of the Ultimate Forms of Self-Care PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRANDTEGIC

O UR TOWN | L IFE + CU LTURE

Sound baths may seem like yet another New Age trend, but sound therapy is as old as time, dating back over 40,000 years. Fast forward to 2022, and sound baths have hit the mainstream. They’re conducted in high-end studios in major cities, celebrities swear by them, colleges provide them to stressed out students, and recovery centers use them for people living with addiction or trauma. So, how can you try it out for yourself here in Bellevue? Sound Therapist, Danica Eakman, owns Green Door Sound Bath and has a home studio in Hunts Point where she sees clients and claims that “…sound baths are for everyone. You do not have to be into yoga or spirituality. Just come with an open mind to heal yourself from whatever it is you need healing from.” Danica became a sound bath practitioner in August of 2020 after trying to conceive for 4 years. “The stress and anxiety of IVF lead me to hearing my first bowl. I immediately relaxed and felt like myself again. I knew I had to do this for others,” says Eakman. Bellevue Lifestyle asked Danica to explain exactly what a sound bath is and how indulging in one can benefit your health. WHAT IS A SOUND BATH? A sound bath is a meditative experience where those in attendance are “bathed” in sound waves played by a sound bath practitioner. The goal is to calm the mind while relaxing and resetting the nervous system. Sound healing has been used in many cultures for thousands of years.

HOW DOES A SOUND BATH WORK? A client will lie down while the sound bath practitioner will begin playing different sound bowls that correlate with different chakras in the body. The sound waves travel into the body to find any energetic or emotional blockages you may have and bring them to the surface so they can be removed. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? Sound baths help to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Helps to manage ADHD. Improves sleep quality. Lower blood pressure. And it has been recently introduced as an accompaniment to holistic oncology treatment and they are seeing really improved results on the patients as a whole. WHAT SHOULD A NEW CLIENT EXPECT WHEN GOING TO A SOUND BATH? A deep relaxation. My favorite quote about sound baths is “mediation is like taking the stairs and a sound bath is like taking the elevator.” – Sara Auster. I had tried to meditate before sound baths and I found it nearly impossible to quiet my mind in meditation alone. HOW SOON CAN ONE FEEL RESULTS? The effects are almost immediate for some, where others take a few minutes to let go and quiet their minds. The more clients visit, the longer lasting the effects are and the quicker you can jump into the relaxation of a sound bath. I recommend this as a regular practice. For more info or to book a session visit: greendoorsoundbath.com

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CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

P I L AT E S

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The Pilates Studio at PRO is one of the largest in the Northwest with a comprehensive array of apparatus and the most experienced instructors to help individuals achieve body changing results. Two additional studios include an intimate Pilates Reformer Studio and Mat Pilates Studio. PRO’s best in class instructors help develop core strength, stamina, and a long, lean, healthy body through highly detailed instruction and guided functional movement for unbelievable results.

“Each session is an education for your body as you learn to breathe, restore energy, and strengthen and tone to create better posture and a stronger, leaner body. We’ll show you how to activate muscles you didn’t know you had to access the changes in your body.”

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Athletic Conditioning Posture Back Pain Joint Stress Muscle Toning

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Strength Building Improved Flexibility Enhanced Mobility Pre & Postnatal care Injury Prevention

EXPERTISE PRO’s in-house Balanced Body Certification program teaches the teachers. Plus, PRO’s instructor certifications go above and beyond to include postural assessments, injury prevention, and pre and postnatal care and an annual advanced training allowance for further obtaining knowledge in anatomy, kinesiology, and additional leading-edge skills.

Beth Lippman

Balanced Body Master Teacher. Worked with Mari Winsor, who popularized Pilates. More than two decades of experience. Certified by the Pilates Method Alliance, the largest international Pilates professional organization for teachers.

Scott Miller

Over 20 years experience, certified expert instructor, former competitive athlete. Movement Specialist.

Carrie Livingston

Balanced Body certified Pilates Instructor, ACE-certified Personal Trainer, and certified Group Fitness Instructor, Functional Training expert, TRX suspension training.

Paria Ghanbari

STOTT PILATES® Injuries & Special Populations, Matwork, Reformer and Total Barre® Certifications, Level 1&2: STOTT PILATES® Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels and Rehabilitation Specialist, TRX suspension training.

Catherine Nosacka

Comprehensive Pilates Certification, certified personal trainer, injury recovery/prevention specialist, muscle endurance expert, competitive dancer.

CONTACT PRO Club Pilates 4455 148th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98007 (425) 885-5566 proclub.com

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NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WHAT SETS PILATES AT PRO CLUB APART?

WHAT IS THE PILATES AT PRO CLUB MISSION?

WHAT IS PILATES AT PRO CLUB BEST KNOWN FOR?

Experienced instructors, a full array of the latest equipment, and tailor-made sessions based on the individual body’s needs and goals.

PRO’s instructors focus on fitting Pilates to the person and the body, rather than the person to the class.

Well-educated instructors from a variety of fitness backgrounds with the best certifications.

F i t O ve r 5 0

How to Build Muscle and Mindset at Any Age ARTICLE BY CAITLIN AGNEW | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIFE N LIGHT

I NSP IR E D BY | FITN ESS

BODY

Benny Mobley, 57 year old body builder, life coach, and owner of Better Body Total Fitness, is living proof that you can get better with age. “You can’t stop from getting older, but you can slow it down by how you take care of your body and what you put in it from the outside in,” says Mobley. “When I was younger, I ate everything fried growing up in the south that’s what you do. It wasn’t until I joined a gym in 1993 that I realized I was meant to be a professional fitness coach and trainer.” For Benny, mindset is everything. “I think people give up as they age mainly because it’s their mindset, they try and do it alone. Yes, it is hard to stay in shape as you age, it’s hard to get started and stay motivated,” says Mobley. But with help from a professional, and choosing to do the work, anything is possible. Benny’s favorite quote, from Les Brown, reflects this: “If you do what’s easy in life, life will be hard later, spiritually, financially, and emotionally, but if you do what’s hard in life, life will be easy later spiritually, financially and emotionally.” And that simple philosophy is what continues to drive Benny personally. “The small simple changes are what got me to where I am today. I get routine physical checkups, eat proper nutrient, get eight hours of sleep, I laugh a lot which is good for the soul.

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Twenty years from now, I will still be the best version of myself by sticking to this simple formula.” Through his business, Better Body Total Fitness, he teaches people these four pillars that will help build a lasting foundation to better health: 1. Lifestyle: Minor changes over time will amaze you. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about progress. 2. Commitment: Invest in yourself for 45 minutes to an hour a week to build a healthier, stronger you. 3. Discipline: Once you make the commitment to the lifestyle change having the

discipline to stick to it will grow easier and easier each week. You will be rebuilt with a new image, one which motivates you to push that much further. 4. Consistency: To succeed, it’s important to know the milestone you want to reach and stick to it. These principles apply to his wide variety of clients that range from young and old (youngest is 16, oldest is 91) and all nationalities. Ultimately, Benny’s passion is to help others, by consistently inspiring, encouraging, and motivating those around him. “Don’t allow the labels of life or someone else’s opinion of you become your reality, always be the best version of yourself.”

“Don’t allow the labels of life or someone else’s opinion of you become your reality, always be the best version of yourself.”

Bet ter Body Tot a l Fit ne ss For more info visit: betterbodytotalfitness.com

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Happy neW YeAR! As 2021 comes to a close, I feel a great deal of gratitude for my fabulous clients and the excellent professionals I work with every day. Below is sample of my notable Bellevue sales that contributed to over $125 Million in sales this past year.

diamond s ranch | $5,600,000

clyde hill | $5,116,000

west bellevue | $4,550,000

bridle trails | $3,650,000

bridle trails | $3,500,000

medina | $3,005,000

bridle trails | $2,890,000

bridle trails | $2,775,000

vuecrest | $2,095,000

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C U T T I N G edge W E L L N E S S A Path to Your Best Quality of Life

Quality of Life = Wellness. And considering the last couple years, now more than ever, people seem to be reassessing and reinvigorating their wellness regimes. While we all know we could probably use a little more sleep, fruits and vegetables, vitamin D, and exercise; many have a desire to level up even more and dabble in cutting edge programs that are now becoming more mainstream and accessible. The very definition of cutting edge is something that is the latest, greatest, and newest, and we reached out to PRO Club to share some of the cutting-edge services they offer, and why they choose to offer them in the first place. PRO Club is owned by a renowned cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Mark Dedomenico who invented the coronary bypass surgery and founded the Hope Heart Institute, which is now operating inside PRO Club/Medical. He has chosen to cure cardiovascular disease by treating obesity which cures metabolic conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes, 80% of the time without medications through the 20/20 LifeStyles weight management program. From this, many of PRO Club’s medical/wellness services were further developed. The medical background and vision of Dr. Mark Dedomenico guides the development of PRO’s programs. His expertise in hyperbarics, stem cells, bioidentical hormones, cardiovascular surgery innovations, genetics, and weight loss are infused throughout the development of PRO’s treatments and programs. In addition, PRO continually seeks the latest medical research to stay ahead of what science is delivering. “We pride ourselves on being an industry leader rather than a follower.

EXP E RT H E LP | HEALTH + W E LLNE S S

Our experts keep current with medical literature, scientific advancements, general health trends, and hiring medical experts such as endocrinologists and geneticists to consult with us on the development of our programs. We owe our members the best quality of life we can give them. Plus, our wellness services offered by PRO Medical are open to the public,” says Dr. Dedomenico. PRO Clubs top 3 cutting edge services include: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Expedites healing for post-surgery, stroke recovery, and anti-aging by promoting angiogenesis. Athletes use this for concussion and injury recovery. Hormone Optimization Therapy with bioidentical hormones: Age Management service that allows people to age optimally rather than accept normal aging and its negative symptoms. The aging population has a desire to feel and look younger, gain more energy, increase confidence, eliminate menopausal symptoms, and improve mental clarity. Genetic testing: We can understand from an individual’s genetic blueprint how they metabolize certain foods, how they recover from injuries, how their body is designed to exercise best (strength, endurance, speed, etc.), and how their skin will age. This allows us to personalize fitness, nutrition, skin care and wellness programs specific to their genetic blueprint. This service has seen popularity in our 20/20 LifeStyles weight loss program. Meet the experts leading these programs:

JA MIE F U N K H Y P ERB A RI C OXYG E N T H E R A PY, C N A , C H T, CWCA

“One of the best things about hyperbaric oxygen therapy is its versatility. HBOT can be used to treat autoimmune disorders, speed up healing after a surgery and so much more.”

DR . JOE U PTON AGE MA NAG EMEN T, BOA R D C E RT I F I E D A N T I -AG I N G PHYS ICIAN

“Age Management is innovative because it provides a deeper dive into the patients’ health. The opportunity gained from the discovery process is exciting, and valuable. Over time, many experience symptomatic improvement and an improved quality of life.”

HE AT H E R MA R SH G ENETIC T E ST I N G , M S , G E N E T I C E D U CATO R

“I’m excited about genetic testing because it reimagines how we think about our health and wellness. We can discover information about ourselves that can make so much sense why we have experiences with our health and then make a much more informed decision about our health and wellness regime. My clients are experiencing less fatigue, achieving greater results, and experiencing less injuries because of what we’re learning from their genetic reports.”

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M E D S PA M E D I C A L S PA AT P R O M E D I C A L | B E L L E V U E , WA S H I N G TO N

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We raise the bar in quality and patient experience with the most extensive credentials and experience to create exceptional results.

Our goal is to help our clients gain more confidence in their appearance and look their best.

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WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR? A tailor-made approach to slow the signs of aging, restore the softer signs of youth, and natural-looking facial enhancements.

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Facial injectables are one of the most popular procedures performed at the Medical Spa at PRO Medical. Regarded as the one of the best injector teams in the Northwest, the master injectors have earned the highest reputation for superior outcomes and patient satisfaction with the experience of a 5-star resort.

“We are invested in your experience by utilizing perfected techniques to create the most natural-looking results in line with your aesthetic goals.” Lip Filler

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RACING, PACING, AND PLACING LOCAL ENDURANCE ATHLETES SHARE ABOUT THEIR LIFESTYLE AND WHAT MAKES THEM TICK

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ROCKY URSINO Born and raised in Bellevue, Rocky is the youngest of seven in a big Italian family. He’s a USAT accredited Coach and the Head Coach and owner of PR Performance in Bellevue. Rocky started out competing in triathlons in 2000, then advanced into Ironman’s. Holding the title of Overall Winner for the 2019 Alohaman Extreme Triathlon in Kailua Kona, Rocky is a 14-time Ironman, Ironman Kona World Championship finisher, 12-time Marathoner, 9-time Boston Marathon qualifier and 2-time USAT All American.

WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? Great quality time with my friends. I’ve always advocated investing in one’s health and fitness, and I want to challenge myself and defy age. WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR 2022? It will be one of the first years where I’ve gone into the season fully healthy and I’m setting new time and placement goals for the races I have planned. An Ironman race requires about 20-25 hours of training a week, an ÖTILLÖ (team swimming and running) race about 18 hours a week. I’m lucky to have the kind of work lifestyle that allows this training balance.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO ASPIRING ENDURANCE ATHLETES? Bite it off in small pieces, start gradually and work up to your goal. Look at a triathlon in pieces – focus on your challenge areas, those you’re weakest at, and use skills from your stronger areas to improve. It’s important to set realistic goals for yourself and find a group of people to train with, that’s a great motivator. My current partners in crime are much younger than me. I’m constantly training, but the volume and intensity varies throughout the year. There is an “off-season,” but we still stay fit and active during that time so as not to lose a lot of our fitness.

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DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAIN IN THE AREA? I love open water swimming. There are several great places to do that including Lake Washington and the lakes around Issaquah. For cycling, the Carnation area is like being in a whole different world; and for running I really enjoy city running through Bellevue and Redmond.

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ANDRE A LOPRIORE

ANDREA LOPRIORE Andrea, 46, lives in Kirkland and works full-time as a dietitian at a local hospital. Originally from Pennsylvania, she moved to Portland in 1997 and from there to Kirkland in 2010. Her move to the Pacific Northwest inspired a love of getting out into nature, and regular hiking and biking evolved into more intense forms of physical activity. Her interest in nutrition began when she became a vegetarian in the 7th grade and started to learn more about cooking and diet. Andrea has worked as a pilates instructor and personal trainer as she is passionate about helping people be healthy.

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WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? I’m very grateful that I enjoy being active – it keeps me grounded. People in this area are a great community to be active and outdoors with. My favorite activity is trail running, that’s what I do most. WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR 2022? I was sidelined by COVID in 2020 and couldn’t run for about five months so I’m ready to get back to long distance trail running. I have three races planned for 2022, a 50-miler in May, a 100-miler in August, and another 50-miler in September – all in Oregon. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAIN LOCALLY? Grand Ridge and Tiger Mountain. They’re close and you can get a lot of climbing in. After some of the longer races, I want a break from hard trail running so then I might switch to biking for a while. I typically trail run 70 miles per week. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO ASPIRING ENDURANCE ATHLETES? I think anybody can do it. Start slow and listen to your body. Don’t start with long distance from the get-go because it will lead to injury; build up mileage slowly. Joining a local run group can be very helpful to meet new people who may have more experience. Nutrition is important in races – I carry a hydration pack and set an alarm on my watch to drink every ten minutes, alternating water and electrolytes.

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The Cold Plunge

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Are you ready to take the plunge? It’s a question you may not have asked yourself before but will now. So what is “The Cold Plunge?” In short, it’s a brisk, three-minute immersion into a cold tub that triggers the body into a state of regulation, greatly improving levels of energy, mental and physical strength and blood circulation. Co-founded by two entrepreneurs who bonded over their love for health and business, Ryan Duey and Mike Garrett found a friendship and created a vision to rejuvenate people. Two to three minutes a day of plunging into 39-55 degrees of cold water stimulates the mind, body and soul and sets your day into optimistic motion. Mike and Ryan both previously owned their own flotation therapy centers. Early pioneers in that space, they discovered they shared many of the same values, business practices and interests. Therefore, the formulation of a business together became inevitable. With finding himself feeling sick on a consistent basis, Ryan found solace in cold plunging. With an engineering background and having built his own chest freezer, Mike found cold plunging tubs on the market unattainable. Together, they set out to create a more realistic solution for half the price. “Everything else on the market was $10k, and it’s not really achievable for a lot of people,” they say. But as the business began to set in, so did the 2020 pandemic, forcing both to shut down their primary businesses, which turned out to be a blessing. It offered time for Mike to begin designing the product that would look, feel and cost significantly different. In a short 12 months, The Cold Plunge quickly garnered attention as a result of organic growth, wellness influencers who embraced the product, and a pandemic that forced people to focus on their health and added time at home. It’s also worth noting that the likes of Tony Hawk and Kerri Walsh Jennings swear by their cold plunges for their athletic recovery. Everyone from homeowners to commercial businesses are hopping on the train to add these beautiful accessories into their space. Hot or cold environment, home or commercial studio—the tubs were built with design and longevity in mind. “The one thing I’m still bullish on is I know it works,” Ryan says. “Anyone who gets a unit from us, their true testimony is that this would go onto their top three things they would NOT give up for their health and wellness. CONTINUED >

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Right now the cold plunge is “kind of trendy, it’s kind of cool, but it’s effective. Two to three minutes, or even 60 seconds a day—there are very few things out there that give you the return you get from this.” The goal with the cold water is to lower your core body temperature, and it takes time to do that. “Water cools your body at 25 times what cold air does. Cold water is the quickest activation to do it.” Ryan shares his sentiment on doing something uncomfortable first thing in the morning to make the biggest, most positive impact on your day. What you can expect to feel is, “I did something first thing in the morning that I didn’t want to do, but I know it is good for me.” Ryan also knows over the next one to two years they are going to learn so much about cold plunging. As more people do it, there will be more anecdotal data and validity to the practice.

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Cold plunging can be done daily or multiple times a day. It’s all about getting people to explore what works for them. They may offer up recommendations, but ultimately it’s you building a relationship with your cold plunge. Many like the morning plunge, others enjoy nighttime. For some, it cools the body down resulting in better sleep. The Cold Plunge offers four different models, all the same size, all cold at 39-55 degrees, and one that can turn into a hot tub at 103 degrees. The heat can be great for clients in really cold environments. There is also an app to control the temperature via bluetooth. You can find The Cold Plunge at thecoldplunge.com and @the.coldplunge on Instagram.

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Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink

B E L L E V UE DOWNTOWN PA RK The Eastside's largest seasonal ice rink returns to Bellevue for its 24th year! The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink presented by Symetra will be open daily, including holidays, through January 9th, 2022. The ice rink features more than 9,000 square feet of real ice, a spacious viewing area, on-site concessions, free parking nearby and a variety of special events. Visit bellevueicerink.com. JANUARY 1ST

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Live Jazz and Dance Every Thursday at the Hilton Bellevue

THE HILTON BELLEVUE | 7:00 PM Stretch your muscles, get your heart rate up and have some fun every Thursday from 7-9 pm at the Solarium Kitchen and Bar in The Hilton Bellevue. The Jazz Geeks take the stage with live music and dancing. Whether you love ballroom or swing, or just enjoy a quick two step (paired with a cocktail!) this lively weekly dance event is a must attend for Eastside residents of all ages.

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