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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2019 PUBLISHER

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Bring on the New Year!

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JANUARY MARKS THE BEGINNING OF NOT ONLY A NEW CALENDAR YEAR BUT ALSO THE OPPORTUNITY FOR SETTING PERSONAL GOALS. Perhaps you’ve resolved to exercise more regularly, take up a new hobby or volunteer at the local animal shelter. Whatever your goals may be, we hope the people, places, recipes and tips and tricks in this issue will inspire you to focus on wellness in the new year. And while diet and exercise are vital to your physical health, overall wellness includes your mental health as well. This month, we at OKC Lifestyle encourage you to live your best life by taking care of yourself both inside and out. We asked local experts for their advice on adhering to your resolutions, plus some of their favorite healthy recipes, books, workout routines and so much more. Thanks for reading, OKC. Happy New Year!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2019

FEATURES 12 Some Like It Hot Custom Sauna in Custom Home Beats the Winter Chill

20 Climbing Knows No Age Older Members Climb to Success at Threshold Climbing and Fitness

26 Salad Love Coolgreens Shares Healthy Meals for the New Year

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36 Changing the Stereotype of Aging OKC Healthy Living Centers Create Vibrant Atmosphere for Older Adults

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OKCMOA SETS 'THE NEW ART' EXHIBITION OPENING FOR FEB. 17 In 1968, the Oklahoma Art Center, OKCMOA’s

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TECHNOLOGY IS EVER-EVOLVING, AND THE TECHNOLOGY THAT AFFECTS AUTO INSURANCE IS NO DIFFERENT. Win Shelton, owner/agent of Shelton Insurance and Financial Services, says three big trends to watch in 2019 include the push for more face-to-face interaction with your agent, how data mining affects your rates and continued technology to reduce distracted driving. In a world where a person can do everything over the internet or through an app, having real-life interaction with your agent will become more important, he says. "You have different segments of customers. Some want to have face-to-face meetings, and some don't want to talk to a person at all and want to do everything over the internet," Win says. "We try to accommodate everyone on their preferences, but the unfortunate thing is that people who don't want to deal with a real person are sometimes not as well-versed on insurance as they want to be." When Win calls a customer to go over their policy annually, he does face hesitation. 16

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DATA MINING: WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR RATES Technology like OnStar and cer-

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OLDER MEMBERS CLIMB TO SUCCESS AT THRESHOLD CLIMBING AND FITNESS

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DOUG PURYEA OF OKLAHOMA CITY HOOKED

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his youngest son. This older boy had joined the

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THE WALLS.

his other son could do together.

Nearly 40 feet up, 63-year-old Marjorie Houseman

“We played video games, but I hate video

is already clambering up a route, her 65-year-old

games,” he says. “We used to climb in the past, so I

brother, Kurt Vanderwater, acting as “belay.”

said, ‘Let's start rock climbing again.’ We found this

Across the more than 40,000-square-foot climbing

place. It’s a multi-generational thing for us. What’s

center, 43-year-old Deidra Goff talks with 46-year-

cool is that he is less than half my age, but I can

old Angel Aston about the various workout classes

totally keep up with him.”

at Threshold. Angel, who teaches the HIIT, sandbag

Marjorie and her brother, Kurt, live next door to

and core training classes at the gym, and Deidra take

each other and are always seeking new adventures

off outside to do a quick run with the sandbags.

and challenges. As a cancer survivor many times

At age 50, Doug rock climbs at least once a week at the climbing gym, and he, along with the other members that day, are just a few of dozens of members who are over the age of 45 who use climbing as a way to stay in shape, stretch their limits and just have fun.

over, Marjorie also needed a workout that would keep her body and bones strong. Kurt's whole family also attends Threshold Climbing Gym. “My son and his wife and the grandkids all come

“Half of my students are over 40,” Angel says.

here too,” he says. “It’s good for the body. You don’t

“That’s the best thing about this sport and this gym.

get the impact to the joints like people do with run-

At any given time, you have people here ranging

ning. When we started, we could only go about 5

from age 5 to 85. They are all mingling and climbing

feet up. Now, I’m doing that green route there that

together. Age is not a hindrance.”

goes way up back to back.”

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lenge she was seeking. CONTINUED >

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Marjorie Houseman

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CLIMBING KNOWS NO AGE

Marjorie Houseman takes advantage of the gym at Threshold.

(CON TI N U ED)

Angel Aston and Deidra Goff do a sandbag workout. Threshold Yoga instructor Kat Dinh helps member Zach Thompson with stretching at her yoga classes held at the gym every week.

Marjorie Houseman, Kurt Vanderwater and Doug Puryea find a community at Threshold Climbing and Fitness.

“My 22-year-old son was the first to start, and he got me to be a ‘climber mom,’” she says. “I never thought of trying rock climbing on my own, even though I’m very active. It’s harder than I thought.” Deidra joined Threshold the second day it was open with her husband and family. “I was glad they had a workout room and a yoga studio and other classes so I would have something to do if I didn’t want to climb,” she says. “But I started climbing too. I feel as I get older, I become more anxious. Climbing pushes me past that anxiety, and I’ve learned to trust more.” Threshold Climbing and Fitness, located at 6024 Westlake Memorial Parkway, is Oklahoma City’s largest climbing, fitness and yoga facility. Threshold houses 20,000 square feet of climbing space, plus a dedicated fitness room, a yoga space, a Moon Board and a Valo Augmented Reality Climbing Projector. “We have more than 100 members who are 40-plus, and they make up a huge part of our core community. I would say that our older members are the ones that we see here using the facility more consistently than any other group,” says Liz Warren, operations and marketing manager. Doug Puryea 22

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Harvest Salad

INGREDIENTS

HOW-TO

INGREDIENTS

+ 6 ounces romaine lettuce,

1. Chop romaine lettuce into 1-inch

+ 5 ounces mixed greens

rinsed under cold water

square pieces and place in a mixing or

+ 1 ounce arugula

+ 1 hard-boiled egg

salad bowl

+ 1/4 cup green apple

+ 1/2 avocado

2. Dice hard-boiled egg, turkey and

+ 1/4 cup Bartlett pear

+ 2 tablespoons bacon bits

avocado and place on top of the

+ 1/4 cup dried figs

+ 1/2 cup turkey

romaine lettuce

+ 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

+ 2 tablespoons blue cheese crumbles

3. Add sliced grape tomatoes and

+ 2 tablespoons goat cheese crumbles

+ 1/4 cup grape tomatoes, sliced

blue cheese crumbles and top with

+ 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice

+ 2 tablespoons green onion

ranch dressing

4. Enjoy! (Serve the Coolgreens way: Toss all ingredients together prior to serving.)

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balsamic vinaigrette

California Bowl HOW-TO

INGREDIENTS

HOW-TO

1. Toss mixed greens and arugula in a

+ 3 ounces cooked brown rice

1. Mix red bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, cilan-

mixing or salad bowl.

+ 3 ounces cooked white quinoa

tro and lime juice in a small mixing bowl ensur-

2. Dice green apple, pear and dried figs

+ 1/2 cup roasted chicken,

ing complete coverage of lime juice and cilantro.

and place on top of lettuce mixture.

diced or shredded

Salt to taste.

3. Add pumpkin seeds and goat

+ 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced

2. Mix cooked rice and quinoa in a single serving

cheese crumbles.

+ 1/4 cup cucumber, diced, skin on or off

bowl, the highest point in the center of the bowl.

4. Sprinkle Chinese five-spice over the

+ 1/4 cup grape tomatoes, diced

3. Evenly place vegetable mixture around the

top and dress with balsamic vinaigrette.

+ 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

rice-quinoa blend.

5. Enjoy! (Serve the Coolgreens way:

+ 1 teaspoon fresh Lime juice

4. Place diced or shredded chicken on top of the

Toss all ingredients together prior to

+ Salt, to taste

rice-quinoa mixture in the center of the bowl.

serving.) For a twist, add any seasonal

+ 6 pieces spiced or smoked pecans

5. Evenly distribute pecan pieces around the rim

fruit in place of pears or try other types

+ 1/4 avocado, sliced

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2. HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE! Because our bodies are made up of 70 per-

cent water—and our brain is 80 percent water— staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do right now to feel better. “When you don’t get enough water, it does affect your brain,” she says. “Water is pure and

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so important to our bodies.” Start with a goal of drinking three glasses of water upon waking. Every time you pass a water fountain or sink, take a moment to drink some water, whether you’re thirsty or not.

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Water is one of the most important needs of the body. Try drinking three glasses of water when you first wake up to jump-start your health.

Independent Associate, Lisa also coaches lives through her Showing Up for Life Program, which is all about living the best life a person can. "We maximize a higher quality of life," she says. "Where are you now, and where do you want to be? There's so much more in the world than just weight loss. Do you feel energetic, alive, sexy and confident? We meet you where you are and help you live healthier and longer." Being happy and healthy isn't just about nutrition and being fit. Lisa shares her five top tips for ways you can start maximizing your life right now. For more information, contact Lisa at livright@ gmail.com, 405.458.0448 or at LisaHill.Isagenix.com.

1. GET NUTRITION “I begin with getting people on the nutrition that’s right for them. In today’s world, nutrition from food is never enough, so we must fortify and add to our diets,” she says. While Lisa sells the Isagenix system to help her clients reach their nutritional goals, simply eating more nutritional foods can help you feel more alert, energetic and healthy from the start. 32

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Get moving every day. Simple habits like walking can help your body feel its best.

3. MOVE IT! “The body is meant to move,” Lisa says. “You don’t have to have a gym membership to work out; you just need to get moving. I tell people to aim for 10 pushups a day and 25 crunches. That’s not a lot, but it gets the body fired up. I love walking. Do something active every day.” Being active could be spending a few minutes walking around, doing jumping jacks in the morning, riding a bike or even walking the dog.

“There’s so much more in the world than just weight loss. Do you feel energetic, alive, sexy and confident? We meet you where you are and help you live healthier and longer.”

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“Find a new hobby, take a cook-

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Try something new this year like a cooking class or a new hobby. It's a great way to make new friends too. Stillness helps you recharge and slow down. Take time every day to relax and contemplate.

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C hangi ng the Ste re oty p e of Agi ng OKC HEALTHY LIVING CENTERS CREATE VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE FOR OLDER ADULTS ARTICLE HEIDE BRANDES PHOTOGRAPHY KIMBERLY RICHELLE AT THE OKLAHOMA CITY HEALTHY LIVING CENTER AT 11501 N. Rockwell, members are whittling large pieces of wood in the corner of the lobby. In the group fitness room down the hall, ladies are swaying their hips as they learn to belly dance or are finding their zen in downward facing dog poses in yoga classes. A fierce basketball game is underway in the gym, and in other rooms, men and women alike are painting, working on pottery, using leatherworking tools or rehearsing for a play. The walking group is lacing up their sneakers while music plays in the line dancing class. Welcome to the new face of aging. Long gone are the days of just bingo and bridge; today's senior citizens are more active than ever, and the new Healthy Living Center OKC, funded through the city's MAPS 3 tax initiative, is changing the stereotypes of what being older is. “This is adult wellness center for adults age 50 and older. We offer a variety of opportunities for engagement, whether that's through physical activity, our arts and other creative forms of expression or through just social connectedness in general,” says Claire DowersNichols, executive director. “One of the important components of what we do is provide a forum for people to connect with one another. We have everything from group fitness classes to opportunities to work with personal trainers. We have nine different personal trainers that work out of here, a full aquatics classes, art classes, drama classes.” 36

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The center is also home to interest groups like birdwatchers, walkers, jewelry designers and book clubs. “I hear stories all the time like, ‘My son made me join this after my wife died because he was afraid of me being alone, and this place has saved my life.’ I've heard one member say that she was thinking of checking out but now she comes here every day and sells her art online,” Claire says. “We have seen people walk in the door in survival mode, and after being here awhile, they're really thriving and discovering they can learn new things.”

“ We h a ve s e e n people walk in the door i n s u r v i va l mode, and after being here awhile, t h ey ’ r e r e a l l y thriving and d i s c ove r i n g t h ey c a n l e a r n n e w t h i n g s .”

When the center opened in March 2017, it had a goal to have 2,000 members in two years. By the end of the year, membership hit 4,000 and now sits at 5,500. The center is so popular that the Oklahoma City Council is considering expansion plans for the 42,000-square-foot facility already. A second MAPS 3 Healthy Living Center opened in May in Capitol Hill, and two more are in the works. “We’ve added an average of 200 members a month so far this year,” Claire says.

“I have said for a long time we have to get beyond bingo. Older adults want new, exciting things because they are not slowing down. They're not stopping.” Day passes and tours of Healthy Living OKC are offered to people considering joining. “I think it's an exciting time to be in this field because aging is changing. I think the MAPS 3 centers have a great opportunity to redefine how aging looks, how services are offered, how older adults are reached and how to break that stereotype. It’s impressive when we have 90-year-old bodybuilders that show up in the mornings and pump more weights than I weigh," Claire says. After the first free visit, members can join for either $10 a day or $30 for a monthly pass with no contract. Sliding fees are available as well, and some insurance plans cover part of the fee. For more information on membership or services, call 405.773.6910 or visit HealthyLivingOKC.com.

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