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Wellness Letter JANUARY MARKS THE BEGINNING OF NOT ONLY A NEW CALENDAR YEAR, BUT ALSO THE OPPORTUNITY FOR SETTING PERSONAL GOALS. That marathon you've told yourself you're going to start training for for the past five years, let's start

JANUARY 2019 PUBLISHER

Joe Violi | joe.violi@lifestylepubs.com

now! Or maybe you want to try meditation or learn how to make sushi; whatever it is

EDITOR

that you're interested in, go for it. No holding back, no waiting for the "right time," no

Emily Shea | emily.shea@lifestylepubs.com

excuses. The worst thing that could happen is that it doesn't work out and you learn something new about yourself. For example, a few years ago I tried to start training for a 5K. I ran cross country in middle school and despised every second of it, but thought I should try to push past my hatred for running and assumed that if I started doing it every day that I would eventually love it.

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While this may work for some people, it certainly did not work well for me. I ran a few miles every day for about a week, hating every second of it, before I decided that there has to be a better way for me to lead a healthy, active lifestyle without hating the active part. So, I did some research and started trying out a few local gyms. I can still remember the day I tried HIIT (high intensity interval training) for the first time. It was in the summer of 2017 and after my first class I felt so incredibly tired, but so amazing. I had just completed what felt like hundreds of burpees and learned how to do my first squat clean, but it made my body feel so good. And guess what? Now I'm able to run a 5K not because I jog on a treadmill every day, but because I exercise in a way that works for my body. Whatever your goals may be, I hope that this issue will inspire you to focus on wellness in the new year. And while maintaining a balanced diet and exercise regimen are vital to your physical health, overall wellness includes your mental health as well. This month, Medina County Lifestyle encourages you to live your best life by taking care of yourself both inside and out. Whether you're looking for some helpful information about setting and reaching your goals, discovering the art of Barre fitness or want to try out a refreshing new smoothie recipe, we've got you covered.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2019

FEATURES 16 Financial Empowerment Make a resolution this year to improve your financial health.

20 Women Uplift and Inspire Through Barre Fitness In the Tru Barre studio, minds and bodies alike are celebrated.

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26 New Year, New Body, New YOU Only 20 minutes, twice a week is all it takes!

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Travel Destination

Financial Buzz

26 Healthy Lifestyle 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Culinary Creations

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The BASH The 2018 BASH (Benefiting a Superior Hospital) committee thanks everyone who made the night a great success. The BASH raised nearly $98,000 for innovative patient programs at Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital. Betsy Kling, WKYC’s Chief Meteorologist, was a great MC and shared her family ’s great experience at Medina Hospital. PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF NANCY GATSIOS.

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MEDINA EXPERIENCED HIGH VOTER TURNOUT IN 2018 MIDTERM ELECTIONS According to The Medina Gazette, voters in Medina County cast almost 75,000 ballots in the 2018 midterm elections, equating to approximately a 60 percent voter turnout within the county. This is a higher voter turnout than the state average. The Gazette also reported that Medina County "voted at a higher rate than many surrounding counties."

LOCAL VETERANS RECEIVE RECOGNITION In November 2018, over 200 local veterans were recognized for their service with a commemorative lapel pin issued by the Ohio Hospice Veteran Partnership.

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by Hospice of the Western Reserve and Hospice

WARM UP MEDINA COUNTY DONATES OVER 700 ITEMS

of Medina County, and took place at Williams on

This year, Warm Up Medina County donated

the Lake. Lunch was served and two keynote

751 crocheted and hand-knitted items to 12 county

speakers addressed the veterans and their friends

agencies. This program has donated over 9,750

and family members.

items to local organizations since beginning in

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2004. It also allows experienced knitters and crocheters the opportunity to express their creative talents in a way that gives back to our community.

In early November, The Medina Gazette reported that Kimberly Marshall, the city of Medina's Director of Economic Development, was appointed to the Ohio Public Works Commission by State

Senate President Larry Obhof. The Public Works

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ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

Restoring Your Mind, Body and Soul ARTICLE CYNTHIA HANSEN OF RED TRAVEL

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THE WORDS "STRESS" AND "VACATION" ARE BEING USED IN THE SAME SENTENCE. Go on social media and get bombarded with everyone’s political views, hardships and even comparing our own inadequacies to others. Another Monday approaches and we enter into the same routine of work, deadlines and family obligations, and maybe even daily disappointments. Over and over again, our mind and bodies are subjected to the added stress, which impacts our physical and mental health and can actually shorten one’s life if not given the opportunity to decompress. Even employers are finally starting to realize how these added stresses are contributing to their employee’s productivity, peer relationships and their inability to meet deadlines or take pride in their work. Research from the Incentive Research Foundation, has proven that a relaxing vacation that offers an opportunity to de-stress can stay with someone for up to six months after they return home. In fact, employees return back to work with a new attitude, feeling refreshed and ready to take on new challenges. This is just one reason why Red Travel began offering rewards trips and employee travel certificates. Do you need this type of escape? A knowledgeable travel advisor will be up to speed on the options for those who need a spa or wellness vacation. At Red Travel, we take the time to learn more about what our clients would like to accomplish during their travels. And we can generally determine, based on our conversation, if a spa vacation will help improve their physical and mental health. 12

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HALF MOON RESORT AND VILLAS, JAMAICA This resort is a destination in itself, located on 400 acres of meticulously manicured grounds that are completely beachfront. Their award-winning Fern Tree Spa is unlike any other in the Caribbean. They unite body, mind and soul with a combined focus on your skin, gut health and overall mental When looking for that much needed

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escape, most will imagine blue waters, white

and Thailand to learn Thai Yoga massage, Therapeutic Thai Massage and

sand, the smells of the tropics and beautiful

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weather. By taking a short flight, you can

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options include meaningful experiences like outdoor yoga and labyrinth

there are party resorts, romantic resorts or

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family options, there are spa resorts that pri-

mind- and body-healing activities that are incorporated in the traveler’s

marily focus on wellness and exercise.

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spa, healthy diet options and daily meditation is a sampling of what you can

a trained travel advisor for the best options,

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

(CON TI N U ED)

ZOETRY RESORTS The Greek word “Zoë” meaning “life," “poetry” and “artful creation,” is what inspired the Zoetry Resorts, which focus on wellness and vitality. These resorts are located in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. Their retreats exude a tropical, calm and quiet ambiance. Sounds of nature resonate throughout their boutique-styled resorts and their holistically-designed suites are secluded in a relaxing haven. Gut health is a priority at all of the Zoetry Resorts. Their menu options can accommodate any and all dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan. Their gourmet chefs specialize in healthful, organic and holistic award-winning menus to tempt any discriminating palate. At Zoetry Resorts you can combine their endless elegance, spa and rejuvenation retreats, healthy temptations, spectacular serenity and a blend of modern and ancient treatments for a relaxing, revitalizing and Zoetry Resorts

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

financial e m p ow e r m e n t MAKE A RESOLUTION THIS YEAR TO IMPROVE YOUR FINANCIAL HEALTH ARTICLE WARREN WATKINS

AS WE WELCOME IN 2019, MOST OF US WILL CERTAINLY MAKE NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS THAT WE FEEL WILL MAKE US STRONGER, HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER. These resolutions usually require keen attention be paid to exercise and diets. But what about our financial health? What kind of attention should we be giving to finances and investing? Bryan Glancy, of Spinnaker Financial Group, LLC, believes that the key to being a strong investor is to be in control of your own finances. "The best thing an investor can do is be in control," he says. "Most people think that a good advisor will tell them what to do with their money. We think that's absolutely backwards. A good advisor should empower people and help them quantify their goals. They should talk with and listen to them in order to understand what they are trying to do with their money." Statements like these were used regularly as I recently had the opportunity to talk with Bryan about this often overlooked topic. Here are some very helpful tips and practical advice from our Q&A session.

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Women Uplift and Inspire Through Barre Fitness IN THE TRU BARRE STUDIO, MINDS AND BODIES ALIKE ARE CELEBRATED. THE BEAUTY OF UNITY AND FEMALE EMPOWERMENT IS PRESENT.

With an everlasting love for health and fitness,

WELL-LIT STUDIO DRESSED IN COMFORT-

Susan has been involved in the fitness industry

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for over 30 years. She divulged that she chose

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Medina’s location due to the “amazing community”

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and the ideal demographic.

they remove their shoes and place their bags in

At both locations, a variety of classes are offered.

a cubby. During the course of the workout, each

Mixed Barre is their class perfect for all all levels, from

person proceeds to perform with weights and

fitness enthusiasts to those just starting out. Tru Barre is

do various moves on a ballet bar. Demi Lovato’s

their advanced one-hour class that is a powerful total

upbeat, chart-topping hit, “Solo,” pumps through

body workout. Last but not least is their Express class,

the loudspeaker as the instructor moves around

a 45-minute workout that wastes no time by moving at

the room in a swift motion, offering tips and

a faster pace than the one-hour classes.

encouraging everyone to keep up the good work.

Focused on empowering individuals to look and

Joined together by a mix of adrenaline, sweat and

feel their best, the studio inspires people of all ages,

the determination to make every minute count, the

sizes and athletic abilities to step outside their com-

women are fresh-faced with a sunny disposition,

fort zone and try something new.

ready to tackle the rest of the workout.

Rebecca Alspach, a Medina resident, has been

The Owner of Tru Barre Studio, Susan Costigan,

attending the Mixed Barre class at the Medina location

discovered her love for barre after suffering a “debil-

since August 2018. Rebecca considers fitness model and

itating shoulder injury,” which ultimately inspired

entrepreneur, Brooke Burke, to be one of her role models.

her to open her own fitness studio in Akron, OH,

With a passion for health and wellness, Rebecca stays in

in 2014. She has since then expanded to a second

shape by doing Barre, Pilates and yoga.

location in Medina, OH, this year.

“[Barre] is helping me maintain my strength;

Barre incorporates elements of ballet, flexibility,

it has definitely made me more flexible,” says

interval strength training and Pilates to give fit-

Rebecca. “The fun thing about it is that it is very

ness-aspiring gurus the chance to utilize tools such

graceful and feminine.”

as a ballet bar and exercise balls to transform their mental and physical being.

For those that have limitations, the studio offers personal modifications for physical injuries, little

According to the official Tru Barre website, one

workout experience and so on. Susan noted that

will “build lean muscle mass, increase flexibility,

women are encouraged to put mindfulness at the

decrease body fat and improve [their] posture.”

forefront of each activity. CONTINUED >

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH PREDOJEV

A GROUP OF FEMALES ENTER TRU BARRE’S

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WOMEN UPLIFT

(CON TI N U ED)

“Barre has set itself apart… it is a final destination for a lot of women who have found themselves in a place where all other options are not options,” Susan explains. “They know they are going to get a fantastic workout at their level, their speed [and] their pace. Class packages range anywhere from $10 to $270, with one’s first class free. Individuals are also eligible to receive a free week, although they need to contact the studio to make a reservation. Class times range from 6 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. daily. Schedules for both the Akron and Medina locations can be found on the free MINDBODY app, as well as the free Tru Barre Studio app. It is highly suggested individuals take the barre essentials workshop, which is a free hour-long program that demonstrates all poses completed in class, as well as allows clients to meet with instructors for potential feedback. For those interested in attending, wear breathable workout attire, socks with good traction and bring water to hydrate. Clients are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes in advance. Additionally, both studios have a fashion boutique, complete with athleisure apparel and other items available for purchase. For more information, visit Facebook, Instagram or their official website: www.tuckburnshake.com. 22

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ARTICLE WARREN WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHY MY PERSONAL TRAINER

New Year, New Body, New You 20 MINUTES, TWICE A WEEK IS ALL IT TAKES!

AT MY PERSONAL TRAINER, OWNER AND TRAINER, ERIC SCHAEFER, HAS BEEN SHOWING HIS CLIENTS FOR YEARS HOW THEY CAN TRANSFORM THEIR BODIES WITH JUST TWO 20-MINUTE WORKOUTS PER WEEK. Sounds too good to be true, I know. But it isn't. My Personal Trainer has been able to thrive and retain it's customers for one simple reason: It works. With a personalized training schedule set specifically for you and a high intensity anaerobic workout designed to train the whole body with every visit, you will indeed see the results that you have been hoping for. I saw proof of this myself as I sat with Eric in his office, viewing the numerous before-and-after photos of happy customers; men and women, both young and old. All of them proudly showing off their results.

"A big misconception in this industry is that more is better," says Eric. "Over-training can lead to three big problems: “(1) You hit a strength plateau, (2) Sometimes women can gain weight, which is not what they intended to do and (3) The worst case scenario: You get injured. We don't want any of that...we want to train your body the right way so you get the results you want in an intense yet efficient manner."

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Later, as Eric and I talked and toured the studio, I asked him, "How is it possible to get a good workout in just 20 minutes?" He immediately asked me if I was comfortable enough to get on just one machine and do a few reps so he could show me. I jumped on the nearest machine (leg extension) and, with a little tinkering of settings and weights, he put me to work. The first thing I immediately noticed was that he chose a very good weight for me to start with–not too heavy, not too light. The second thing I noticed was the pace of the reps I was taking. It was much slower than I was used to and that really made me concentrate on my form. Within about 90 seconds of doing slow, concentrated reps I had reached the point where my form was about to be compromised. He noticed this and had me stop at that point. "Now, if I were training you as I train my clients, I would already have the next machine set for you and you would then immediately move on over to the next machine and work on a different muscle group," Eric says to me. I could see then how 90 seconds on several different machines, working several different muscle groups could give me a full body workout in such a short time. It's the kind of workout that safely pushes you to your limits and doesn't require you to spend several hours per week in the gym. What a concept!

If you've ever made that New Year's resolution that you were going to get in shape (which is almost everyone), only to find yourself giving up on that resolution sometime in February or March (also almost everyone), do yourself a favor and make 2019 the year that you actually keep it by working out in a new way with My Personal Trainer! CONTINUED >

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MEDINA INDOOR AUTOMOTIVE SWAP MEET

quotes and discounts, win prizes

wedding businesses. You'll have the opportunity to get exclusive price and giveaways, book your favorite

19 MOON HIKE

Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park

Medina County Fairgrounds

vendors on-the-spot and be inspired

Join a naturalist with the Medina

Community Center

by the latest wedding trends. General

County Park District that will lead

This one-day event will feature over

admission is $15 at the door.

you through the Carolyn Ludwig

150 different vendors selling new and used car-related parts and merchandise. Admission is $5 and children 11 and younger are free. The meet will take place from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., and there will be mag-

Mugrage Park to experience night-

time sights and sounds, as well as

JOE LEAMAN PERCUSSION

and no registration is required. The

teach you a little about the moon and night vision. All ages are welcome hike is free and will begin at 6 p.m.

Wadsworth Public Library

azines, auto manuals, die cast cars

Ohio

Regional

Music

Arts

and

and memorabilia.

Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) opens its 2019 free Sunday afternoon con-

certs with area percussionist Joe

TODAY'S BRIDAL SHOW

quickly. Call 330-722-2541 to reserve

Community Center

your spot or visit ormaco.org.

The Medina Flea Market of Collectibles

John S. Knight Center

Leaman. Reservations are recommended as these concerts fill up

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was created in 1977 by individuals

Akron's John S. Knight Center and

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR and wanted to share their passion with the community. Since its inception, the flea market has be held on every third Sunday of the month (with

under the baton of Marcus Neiman at 2 p.m. on January 27, 2019. The concert will feature music by Leonard

SOLO AND ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL

Bernstein,

including

selections

Buckeye High School

from his “Candide Suite,” selections

from cool trinkets and toys to fun

This festival provides students with

from “Divertimento” and selections

watches and decorations.

the opportunity to showcase their musi-

from “West Side Story.” There is no

cal talents. Each student is given a per-

admission charge for the program

formance rating and verbal comments

and free parking is available.

UNIVERSITY OF AKRON STEEL DRUM BAND

enrolled in a Medina County School

a few exceptions). It offers everything

from

concert

presented

adjudicators.

Students in grades 5-12 that are currently District serviced by the Education Service Center of Medina County are

Chippewa High School Auditorium

This

OMEA-qualified

qualified to register by January 11.

the Ohio Regional Music Arts and

Visit www.medina-esc.org

Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and

more information.

showcases

the

for

award-winning

University of Akron Steel Drum Band with music straight from Trinidad and Tobago. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door (cash or checks only). The high-energy show will start at 7 p.m.

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Medina High School

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The Medina Community Band pres-

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Orange Creamsicle S m o ot h i e IT’S TIME TO HIT THE RESET BUTTON AFTER A MONTH OF PEPPERMINT BARK-FILLED CHRISTMAS PARTIES AND SUGAR COOKIE BAKE-OFFS. Start the new year off right with this delicious and refreshing smoothie that will energize your body with essential vitamins and nutrients. The vitamin C in the orange will support a healthy immune system, the protein from the Greek yogurt will keep

ORANGE CREAMSICLE SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS

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Recipe adapted from

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