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In Jack’s Shoes

Fitness Fashion Workout wear: fashion versus function

Fort Collins resident back on the mountain after hip replacement

Mud Brigade Local race planned for Sept. 10

Home Fitness Exercise without leaving home

Giving Back Jeremy Bloom’s

foundation awards seniors A Wish of a Lifetime

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Fashion vs.Function

Explore thenewest trends inworkout fashion

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In Jack’s Shoes PAG E

Wish of aL i fe t i m e

Jeremy Bloom’sfoundation grantswishes to seniors

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In-Home WorkoutsExercise without having

to go to the gym

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Rebuild withYour Diet

Eat a well-balanceddiet to stay fit

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Health in aHandbasket

Join in on theupcoming MudBrigade in Loveland

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Back in theSpotlight

Adults returnto childhood

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STOP Jack Retzlaff is back on the mountain after having hip surgery

NEVER MOVING Story by Dominique Del Grosso

Photos courtesy Jack Retzlaff


— Jack Retzlaff

With 52 of Colorado’s54 fourteeners under his belt,Jack Retzlaff wasn’t ready tostop after a hip replacementfour years ago. His motto:

Never stopm ov i n g .

“Ouch!” “Watch out for the rock!” “Canwe stop yet? I’m going to give you a blistersoon.” “We can do it. Just a bit farther.” “Fi -nally, we made it to the top.” “Wait, nowwe have to hike down? Not again!” JackRetzlaf f’s hiking shoes can whine andwhimper, provide a supportive structurefor each journey and tell you a number ofstories about each hiking escapade.

Retzlaff, 60, and his hiking shoes haveleft countless footprints on 52 of the 54fourteeners in Colorado. However, thoughhe values each of these footsteps taken, thefootprint mattering most is the one heleaves in his grandson, Jack’s, life.

FROM FARM TO FAMILY TO FORTCOLLINS

Born and raised in the dairy farm coun-try of Wisconsin, Retzlaff always had a de-sire to be connected with the outdoors. Asa child, he spent a lot of time with hisg r a n d f a t h e r.

This relationship had a significant effecton Retzlaff. In many ways, this relationshipshaped the man he is today and the kind ofrelationship he is building with his 7-year-old grandson, Jack.

“I was really close to my grandfather,and he was a really outdoorsy person,” hesaid with a sentimental, matter of fact tone.“He would tell me about certain areas, andI’d go and check them out, take pictures

and then go and show him so we couldtalk about it.”

To some, hiking a mountain may be anundesirable way to spend your time, but tothis Fort Collins resident, hiking Coloradofourteeners is a refuge; a way to stay con-nected to nature and a chance to push hisphysical and mental limits.

Retzlaff, with a jovial, no nonsense, yetgenuine nature, speaks about moun-taineering with enough charisma to inspireeven the most sedentary person to getmoving, preferably in pursuit of a fourteen-er summit.

Even after a hip replacement four yearsago, Retzlaff is still an avid mountaineer.After his surgery, Retzlaff was up on themountain path again shortly after – 68 dayslater to be exact. Since his surgery, he hasreached the summit of 23 fourteeners,putting his motto in motion: “Never stopmoving.”

Standing at an average height, 2 inchesshorter than in high school because of hiship replacement, Retzlaff is a “poster child”for health in action. He has hiked thesemountains more than once and is proudthat he can still outrun 7-year-old Jack. Of-ten, Retzlaff will hike the same mountain ina number of ways, taking a different patheach time.

“You can do the same mountain fivedifferent ways and have five differentexperiences,” he said. “It’s like shakinghands with an old friend. It never gets oldbecause with the different seasons, it’salways something satisfying.”

OPPOSITES ATTRACTThey say opposites attract. In Retzlaff’s

life, this is definitely the case. Retzlaff andhis wife Laura Retzlaff, have been marriedfor 30 years. Although they share a passionfor each other, she does not share his levelof enthusiasm for mountaineering. “Thethought of sleeping in a tent on the side ofa mountain is the most preposterous thing

that could be proposed to her, much lesseating the freeze dried food,” he said witha hearty, playful laugh. Laura is supportiveof his mountaineering endeavors nonethe-less.

Although she may not be his mountaincompanion, Retzlaff has friends both inand out of state who share his love for theextreme adventure. Together with them, hehas completed countless fourteener jour-neys. His time with friends encompassesteasing, great laughter, support and agroup with which to celebrate the accom-plishment, keeping him on his toes andyoung at heart.

LASTING LEGACY

Retzlaff takes his role as grandparent se-riously and knows the gravity of his pres-ence, while always injecting a ton of funalong the way. Together, Jack and Retzlaffhike 12,000 foot mountains, fish, camp andrun around, while never losing sight of theoutdoors or each other.

Retzlaff believes that sharing his storiesabout fourteeners, his hip replacement andlife lessons is about passing along andpaving the way for the next generation.

“He (Jack) is such a delight. I enjoyspending time with him and seeing theworld through his eyes,” he said. “I hopethe legacy I leave my grandson is a numberone factor. Getting him involved in healthyactivities is the legacy I hope to leave be-hind.”

Each of Retzlaff’s hiking shoe footstepson Colorado’s famous fourteeners are tak-en with planned execution, yet strong pur-pose, which can tell many tales. But per-haps the footprints imprinted on his grand-son’s life will sing a different kind of song.These footprints may share stories of fun,lessons learned and quality time spent, for-ever shaping who his grandson becomes,three generations deep, just as Retzlaff’sgrandfather shaped him.

“You can do thesame mountain fivedifferent ways andhave five differentexper iences.

It’s likeshaking hands

with anold friend.”


6ways to stay fi t

— Alyse Levine

Sarah MetzgerM c C l a t c h y-Tr i b u n e

When it comes to living your healthiest life, stayingwithin the ideal body weight for your age, gender andheight is one way to ensure you’re being kind to your

body. And — let’s face it — being toned and trim certainly feelsgreat. With that in mind, Livestrong.com looked to its healthiestmembers to extract some key tricks of the trade. What are theessential eating and fitness habits of the most toned and trimtrackers? Here, some from the top of the list:

1. ALWAYS BE PREPARED

In one of Livestrong’s most recent surveys, members whoidentified themselves as exceptional eaters shared their bestpractices when it comes to mealtime. Not surprisingly, a vastmajority pointed to the importance of pre-preparing meals.Some of the healthiest members plan their weekly meals in ad-vance; heading to the grocery store or market to select unpro-cessed foods from which they can create delicious recipes to lastthrough the week. And the best bet for getting a healthy starteach day? You guessed it — a balanced breakfast.

Livestr ong’s Nutrition Advisor, Alyse Levine, recommendedsetting aside time in the morning to create a well-balancedbreakfast that includes unprocessed carbs, lean proteins andhealthy fats. “Doing so will give you extra energy and jump startyour metabolism,” Levine noted.

2. SNACK WHEN YOU’RE HUNGRYDenying yourself food when you’re hungry is rarely a reliable

long-term strategy. It can lead to major overeating and, not tomention, drag you down throughout the day. Many of the mem-bers who’ve experienced weight loss success swear by snackingbetween meals. Of course, they opt for healthy, balanced snacksin small, sensible portions. Pre-preparing snacks to get youthrough your workday — avoid that office vending machine —is one strategy for success. Levine recommended always keep-ing a “snack survival kit” at your workplace or in your car.

“Have an assortment of sweet, salty, smooth and crunchyfoods for variety,” Levine said. “Snacks will prevent you fromgoing into your next meal starving which can lead to overeat-ing.”

3. BE CALORIE CONSCIOUSIn addition to snacking, the fittest users watch their calories.

Of course, Livestrong’s MyPlate feature makes being caloriecognizant easy — the tool will do all the work for you andMyPlate mobile offers tracking on-the-go. Knowing your caloriegoal based on your weight loss or maintenance goal is essential.It allows you to make smart meal choices to get to where youwant to be.

Study finds common habitsin healthy individuals

“Snacks will prevent youfrom going into your nextmeal starving which canlead to overeating.”


4. INDULGE AND THEN GET BACK ON TRACK

Staying slim doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself. Infact, a majority of successful eating plans include daily or weeklyindulgences. So go ahead, treat yourself to something especiallytasty when you’re feeling the urge — then do what trim trackersdo and get back on track. Healthy members across the boardmake a point to eat a healthier meal or meal(s) post-indulgence.Levine challenges you to rethink, in general, the “good food, badfood” mentality when you do indulge — noting the importanceof mindfully enjoying foods that might be a deviation from yourregular eating plan.

5. DO SOMETHING DAILY

Don’t overwhelm yourself with impractical fitness goals. Thinksimple. Or rather, think “doable” and “consistent.” Look topower members partaking in the latest Livestrong.com FitnessChallenge. They’ve committed to just 30 minutes of cardio a daybut that act alone creates powerful habits that keep them feelingand looking their healthiest. Noted Levine, “Find an activity thatactually brings you joy and you’ll have a much greater chance ofsticking to it.”

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In StyleSummer StairRepor ter-Herald

Getting out and running is half the battle. So why not make iteasier and head out on your next run in style and in full comfort?Emilee Clark, sportswear sales associate at Jax Mercantile inLoveland, gave the following breakdown on gear runners shouldc o n s i d e r.

HEADProtecting yourself from the sun when run-

ning outdoors is important. Wearing a hator sweat band can also help keep mois-ture from running down your face andhair out of the way. While there aremany styles to choose from,Clark recommended theOutdoor Research and Swift Cap.This cap offers airflow and weatherprotection with its light weight materialand mesh back. It also has a creased billallowing you to fold it and take it with you.

TOPWhen picking out a shirt, go for something that is comfortable.

This often means loose fitting, especially in the hot weather, soyou aren’t constantly tugging on it when running. Whether yougo for a T-shirt or tank top it is up to you, but make sure the fab-ric is moisture wicking and light weight. Clark recommended formen and women the Under Armour HeatGear T. It has thenecessary requirements and comes in several different colors.

In cooler weather, if running outdoors tight fitting clothing isideal to help conserve body heat. Clark said ifrunning early in the morning, consider the Nike half-zip pull over top. This will help add a lightweightlayer, while offering reflective qualities on thezipper and arm stitching. “This is a great option ifrunning in the early morning in the dark,because it helps people see you,” Clarksaid.

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SOCKSSocks may seem like an after thought, but they shouldn’t be.

Supportive socks can make a big difference, Clark said. Sherecommends looking for socks that form to your feet and dryquickly. Clark said the quick drying material is nice because ithelps deter any smells associated with feet. A popular brand thatrunners continue to like is Smart Wool.

SHOESIf you are going to spend some money, this is where it should

be. Having a good pair of shoes is essential for a runner. Clarknoted you can get a good pair around $100. The Asics 2160 is

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After being diagnosed with liver cancerand failure, along with a prognosis of sixto 12 months to live, Joan Walston was

due for a wish.

That wish, to meet one of her most beloved

Rockies players at a game, was granted.Walston, 73, of Loveland, was nominated by

her daughter Joni Wagner. In a nominationletter to Jeremy Bloom’s Wish of a Lifetimeprogram, Wagner said she had reserved amezzanine suite so that Walston could go withfamily and friends to watch the game together.Wagner said in the letter that she wasn’t ableto provide catering or coordinate the introduc-tion to Dexter Fowler, Walston’s favoritep l a y e r.

After receiving the letter, the foundation cov-ered the cost of catering and set up the meetingwith Fowler. Unfortunately, Fowler was movedto the disabled list the day before the game, soWish of a Lifetime coordinated it so thatWalston and Wagner could attend battingpractice, at which Walston got a “big bear hug”from Rockies star outfielder Carlos Gonzalez.“Joni said her mother was in tears,” according toWish of a Lifetime.

“It was just an amazing experience for her(Joan),” Bloom said. “The Rockies rolled out thered carpet for her, and it was just a really specialday.”

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“When I was on the U.S. Ski team (traveling abroad), Isaw so many examples of ordinary people doing amazingthings for seniors — things I hadn’t seen here in the U.S.,”Bloom said.

Bloom said he set up the foundation in 2008, granting11 wishes in 2009, 264 wishes in 2010 and they are now onpace to grant one wish per day, 365 total, in 2011.Despite main offices in Denver, wishes are granted allover the country. This is accomplished by the large volun-teer support the organization has, he said.

Last month Wish of a Lifetime introduced a programcalled 11.11.11, which will grant as many wishes as possiblefor military veterans.

“It’s so much fun to thank service men and women,”Bloom said. After a fundraiser in Denver (check) last month,Wish of a Lifetime raised close to $200,000 to help fund thepr oject.

Not all wishes can be granted through Wish of a Lifetime,but everyone is considered.

“We look into every single wish,” Bloom said. “We try togrant every wish, though some are not possible.”

For Walston, attending a Rockies game, meeting CarlosGonzalez and spending time with friends and family wastruly a wish of a lifetime.

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Iwent on vacation to Ukraine thismonth. Yes, Ukraine might be a weirddestination, but I was

a Peace Corps volunteerfor two years in this in-teresting little country,and I have friends and asecond family there.

I wanted to see all ofthem, so I sold an armand a leg to pay for thistrip. That made it easierto exercise, because ofthe fewer pounds.

Also, I wanted to go and not have myhost mom pinch my belly and tell me Ilooked fatter. It doesn’t sound as insultingin the Ukrainian language, but it’s stillinsulting.

Ukrainians feel free to talk about a

person’s weight gain, so I had to coach myhost family, whom I lived with for threemonths during my service, that it was inap-propriate to tell an American that shelooked fatter. Skinnier, fine. That’s a greatcompliment.

I know that I have extra stuff around themiddle; no need to confirm it.

So I’ve continued to work out and eatgreat so I can go back to Ukraine and getcompliments.

Part of my success these last couplemonths has been the “17-Day diet,” which isa book by Dr. Mike Moreno.

There are four cycles, each 17 days longbecause, like Dr. Moreno says in the book,a person can do anything for 17 days. Intheory.

The first cycle is made up of a lot of eggs,lean meats, fish, salads, yogurt, vegetablesand green tea.

No carbs and no beef.The second cycle adds back in lean beef,

grains, legumes and starchy vegetables.In the third cycle, you’re allowed to eat

breads, pasta, friendly fats and cereals. Thefourth cycle is the “arrive” cycle where youmaintain the lost weight as a lifetime healthplan.

I’ve done the first two cycles and havelost 10 pounds. I did occasionally cheat. Myco-worker lost more, but still, I’m losingweight. And my sister said she didn’t

recognize me from the back the other day!Quotes in the book from Dr. Moreno:• Let’s spend a second on this ‘I hate veg-

etables’ thing. You hate all vegetables?There isn’t one you like...? If you eliminateall vegetables from your diet, you’re givingup some very important nutrients.

• I’m not asking you to shun all fruit. Justbe moderate in how much you eat — twoservings a day.

• Without (carbs), you’d get fuzzyheaded, cranky and very tired, and no onewill want to be around you... Not all carbsare the same.

• Water weight is weight too. Never dis-miss those extra pounds as only “waterweight;” this is a self-defeating attitude.

• The next time you have to wait in theexamining room, do some fun things topass the time. Glue the tongue depressorstogether into coasters and sell them to otherpatients. Or peel off the wallpaper withoutdisturbing any of the diplomas.”

See, he’s funny, too.Next month I’ll talk about eating well

(or sort of) on vacation. We’ll see how wellthat goes.

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House Tra i n e dBreak a sweat to the beatof an in-home workoutDominique Del GrossoFor the Reporter-Herald

Lace-up your shoes, throw on some workout gear, turn upthe tunes and bust a move to an in-home workout.

An in-home workout can be an easy, cost-effective way toshake up your workout routine or be the impetus to jump onthe path to a healthier, fitter you.

Although most people visit their local gym or hit the trails toachieve a better body, using items around the home can rein-vent your training regimen by awakening your mind, boostingyour heart rate and breaking a sweat.

Starting an in-home work regimen is as easy as using theitems already in your home. These items include: a chair, justone stair or multiple flights, counter tops, end tables, coffee ta-bles and your own body weight.

Angie Schumacher, a certified fitness professional and ownerof Fit Chick Express in Longmont, said an in-home workout is asnap, no excuses necessary. “You don’t have to travel anywhere.You can do it whenever you want. It’s flexible and it’s free,” shesaid.

Scott Sayers, a certified personal trainer and director of salesand marketing at Canyon Personal Training and Fitness in Long-mont, said raising your heart rate and increasing muscle masscan help prevent future injury and slow the loss of balance,strength and flexibility as you age.

“Functional training specifically helps you in your everydaylife, like picking things up off the ground, breathing and day today activities,” he said.

RESISTANCE TRAININGFor some resistance tips, Schumacher and Sayers recommend

starting with some basic exercises. Before you get started, doingsome online research about specific exercises can help you tounderstand how to execute the movement.

• Hip extensions — Lay on your back with knees bent,placing your feet firmly on the ground. Engage your backsideand hamstrings, placing your weight on your heels and lift yourpelvis off the ground. Return to starting position, and continuewith three to four sets of 10 to 12 repetitions.

You can increase the difficulty by elevating your feet andplacing them on a step, chair or an end-table.

• Push-ups — You can modify these by tucking in yourknees for a beginner stance or for more difficulty, place yourfeet or hands on a table, chair or step, increasing and changingthe angle of the body. Try for three-to-four sets of 10-to-12r epetitions.


• Plank — Lay, stomach down on the ground.Lift your body up while simultaneously resting onyour forearms, with hands clasped, and on the tips ofthe toes. Keep your body in a straight line by engagingyour backside. Hold the position as long as youcan and work up to one minute for three to foursets.

CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINING

Without any equipment, cardiovascular training inthe home is not as hard as you may think. You canwalk or run up and down stairs. You can also dojumping jacks, which engages your whole body in thepr ocess.

PEAKS AND PLATEAUS

Maintaining motivation is one of the biggest obsta-cles for anyone because lull periods and plateaus areinevitable.

Finding motivation can be difficult, but identifyingthe reasons behind why you work out can help youmaintain a centered focus, Schumacher said. It’s im-portant to revaluate your goals. “Sit down and reallyfigure out the ‘why.’ Why do you want to make thechanges, and what are your reasons? Once you findthe ‘why,’ it motivates people to keep doing whatthey’re doing,” she said.

Make sure that you’re realistic about your goals, too.Be realistic about your body. “That’s what it (workingout) is about, it’s about small changes and small steps,”she said.

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FOR FUNCTIONAL TRAINING:CORE, BALANCE, RESISTANCE AND FLEXIBILITY

1. Dumbbells — The weight of dumbbells depends on theperson.

2. Resistance bands — There are three-to-five levels ofdifferent types of resistance,categorized by color. Purchase threeresistance bands: light resistance,medium and hard resistance.

3. Stability ball – These balls canbe small or large, depending on aperson’s height. To find the propersize, sit on the ball. Your knee bendshould be at a 90 degree angle.

4. Bosu – This is a half stabilityball, flat on one side and around ball on the other. It’s a greatway to turn-up the dailyworkout as you must maintainyour balance while engaging yourstabilizing muscles and core.

5. Medicine ball — This is a versatile tool that can be used forabdominal exercises.

FOR CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINING:HIKE YOUR HEART RATE

1. Jump Rope — It’s an affordable option that will elevateyour heart rate quickly.

2. Treadmill — It’s the old favorite for many. If limited spaceis an issue, look for a treadmill that folds up and can be easilystor ed.

3. Elliptical trainer — This machine has less impact on thebody.

4. Stationary bike — One with resistance provides a betterworkout.

5. Rower — This machine is great for a whole body workout.

ONLINE RESOURCES• http://www.bodybuilding.com/This is a reputable website with videos, diet tips and

explanations of exercises.• http://www.livestr ong.com/This website offers exercise and diet tips.• Yo u Tu b eBe cautious. It can offer both good and bad instructional

infor mation.

“Sit down and really figure outthe ‘w hy. ’ Why do you want tomake the changes, and what areyour reasons? Once you find the

‘w hy, ’ it motivates people to keepdoing what they’re doing.”

— Angie Schumacher,certified fitness professional

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Dr. Beth FiresteinLicensed Psychologist

Question: Dear Beth, I need help ingetting conversations going withwomen. I am an OK-looking,slightly shy 43 year-old male, and

going to bars and stammering to womenabout their eyes just isn’t cutting it anymore.My problem is that I have trouble firing upconversations when I first meet women. Ialways feel like I might be an annoyance byeven approaching them. As a woman, whatadvice would you give to me? When andwhere is it OK to approach women? Andwhat do I say?

Answer: Your problem is very common.In spite of the images promoted on televi-sion advertisements of suave men thatwomen swarm over, this is not really theexperience of most men. While some peo-ple are shy and others are more extrovertedand gregarious, there are many people whofeel uncomfortable and confused whentrying to make connections with womenthey might want to befriend or date. Thisis certainly true of women as well.

Bars and nightclubs are some of the leastideal places to try and strike up new con-nections. Fortunately, there are a lot of al-ternatives. While ridiculed in some circles,online dating services are actually a prettygood option for meeting new women.Initiating contact through written corre-spondence can be considerably less intimi-dating for people who feel shy or awkward.When a connection progresses to thedecision to meet one another, you alreadyhave some idea of what the person is likeand how you can communicate with oneanother. If you go this route, just keep yourexpectations modest. Know that you arelikely to get a lot of non-responses, as well

as a few people who respond. It is not per-sonal, so please don’t interpret it that way.People fail to respond for a huge variety ofreasons that have nothing to do with you.

Another option is to pursue activitieswith groups who share similar interests.This allows connections to develop in amore natural way. Becoming friends withpeople in a group and noticing who youclick with and who notices you gives youtime and a degree of comfort that mayallow you to approach a new friend ordating partner with more confidence.

Other ways to meet new people includecoffee shops, introductions through mutualfriends, taking your dog to the dog park,working out at the gym — almost anythingyou do with regularity that allows for free-dom to make casual conversation are goodoptions for forming new connections.

Regarding the issues you raised aboutawkwardness and how to begin conversa-tions with new people, there are multiplestrategies. Joining a mixed gender discus-sion group, attending a communicationworkshop, or even joining a group likeToastmasters will give you opportunitiesto develop these skills and a degree ofconfidence.

With respect to specific subjects andapproaches to starting conversations, beginwith the easiest communication of all — agenuine smile. If you are standing nearsomeone you want to talk to you canalways talk about theweather (such a cliché,but still useful), thingshappening in the im-mediate environment(“I really like thispark, especially inthe summer”), orsmall complimentsdirected to the personyou are wanting toconnect with (becareful not to gooverboard or be toopersonal). In time,

you will develop your own approach andrhythm, and the process will graduallybecome less awkward. And then just watchthe women swarm.

Question: Dr. Firestein, I am a wid-ow in my 70s and in good health. Ijust relocated to the area to beclose to my daughter and her

husband and family. I live alone in my ownapartment. Until this year, I lived in a smalltown with lots of friends I have known allmy life. I am lonely, but I have no idea howto get settled in a new community andmake friends other than my family.

Answer: First of all, welcome to the area.Moving is a big deal even when you havefamily in the area. Often our adult childrenare busy with their own lives, and it can behard to get as much quality time with themas you might like. When moving to a newarea, we often have a variety of needs.

One need is to become familiar with thearea and find the basic resources you need:the nearest grocery store, the post office, aphysician, a dentist, a place to exercise andtake classes — even finding someone youtrust to do your hair can be a challenge.Your family members can certainly helpyou identify some of these resources, butyou may have preferences that are differentfrom theirs and that is perfectly fine.

Another aspect of relocating to be nearfamily is working out how much time youmight expect to spend with your adultchildren and grandchildren and what kindof time you might share with each other.Will you get together primarily on birthdaysand holidays? Have dinner weekly (orevery other week or once a month) and do

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with Beth Firestein

Dr. Beth Firestein is a licensed psychologist.She has 24 years of therapy experience andhas practiced in Loveland for over 14 years.She may be reached by calling her office at970-635-9116, via e-mail [email protected], or by visitingw w w. b e t h f i re s t e i n . c o m .

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a variety of recreational things with one another? Will youspend dedicated individual time with your grandchildrenor perhaps take vacations together from time to time?

Often different generations have very different needsand ideas about these matters, and it is important toestablish open communication about these things as soonas it seems reasonable to do so following your move. Thisallows you to reach mutually agreeable understandingsthat prevent disappointment and resentments frombuilding up on either side of the relationship.

In addition to connections with family, you might likehaving the company of other older adults who are facingsimilar challenges and have similar interests. Fortunately,there are several good options for finding those connec-tions in this area. The City of Loveland operates the ChilsonSenior Center, which offers a wide variety of activities andopportunities for socialization. Call 970-962-2783 for infor-mation and a listing of services. Of course, there are nu-merous other community resources, not limited to seniors,that may wish to explore: open space parks, music events,hike and bike trails, coffee shops and the art museum andgalleries, just to name a few.

Finally, you may also wish to find support and/or socialgroups that allow you to get to know other older adults inthe area who may be potential friends. I have recently start-ed such a group in Loveland. If this type of support groupmight be of interest to you, please email me or call meusing the contact information listed (on page 16) with thisarticle. Other groups of this type may also be availablethrough the Chilson Center and other community agencies.

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Everyone knows that working out andeating healthy is good for you, but what isthe right way to eat when working out?

According to Chris Book, a certifieddietician and diabetic counselor at Partnersin Nutrition in Loveland, a well-balanceddiet of protein, carbohydrates and fat is thebest way to go.

“The human body is constantly remodel-ing itself at all times,” she said. “We need tokeep ourselves balanced at all timesbecause each one (nutrient) has a majorfunction.”

PROTEINEverybody needs some protein in their

diet, but when a person is regularlyexercising that amount, along with thecalories consumed, is going to increase.

Denise Moore, a registered dietician atthe Hatfield Chilson Recreation Center inLoveland, said protein is essential to buildred blood cells, and for growth and repairof tissue.

Book agreed, “In athletes, when you aretearing down and rebuilding tissue, it re-quires adequate amounts of protein forbuilding muscles.”

So how much protein does a personneed? Both Book and Moore said it de-pends on the individual person’s ideal bodyweight, genetics and the activity level theyare working at. But the general rule ofthumb for protein consumption is onegram of protein per kilogram of bodyweight.

“It’s about covering what the body needsaccording to muscle mass,” Book said.

While protein is important for building

muscles, a well-rounded diet that offers thecorrect amount of calories is more impor-tant. “You have to have total calories tobuild muscle,” Book said.

If the body is lacking in not only protein,but carbs, fats and hydration, the body canbecome sluggish and constipated, Mooresaid.

While protein is readily available in meat,it can also be found in dairy products, eggsand many vegetable-based foods such aslegumes, seeds, nuts and beans. If an ath-letic person is on a vegetable-based diet,they need to make sure they are consum-ing enough protein. Book said this is easyenough, but the amount of food they haveto eat will increase. “I encourage athletes toeat all types of protein it offers a good bal-ance,” she said.

C A R B O H Y D R AT E SThroughout the last couple of years,

there has been a big push toward carb-freediets. Book said these type of diets cancause problems for athletes, because if thebody is lacking in carbohydrates it tries touse the protein for energy instead of its pri-mary function of rebuilding tissue. “The pri-mary function of carbohydrates is energy ...it is like fuel,” Book said. “If you haveenough carbs in your diet you can utilizethe protein and not take it for energy.”

Moore continued to explain that break-ing down protein for energy is also hard onthe kidneys because it has to get rid of theextra nitrogen from the protein that thebody does not need. This causes the bodyto work harder than needed, when itshould be focusing on other things.

When consuming carbohydrates makesure it is a complex carb that is whole grain.“Some carbs have made us unhealthy, butthis is processed carbs and you need toconsider portion sizes,” Moore said.“We ’ve gotten conditioned to eating toomuch.”

FOCUSING ON A BALANCED DIETTo get started on the right path, a

well-balanced diet combined with exercisewill give your body what it needs to get inshape and stay healthy.

If a person is athletic, Book recommend-ed their diet to be 50 percent from carbs,25 percent from protein and the last25 percent from fat.

A well-balanced diet should also consistof plenty of water, and six to 10 fruits andvegetables daily. Book said out of the sixnutrient groups, water is the most impor-tant. “You need the whole balanced diet allthe time,” Moore said. “Healthy eating takespractice and people should generally striveto eat a healthy diet.”

“The human body is constantlyremodeling itself at all times.”

— Chris Book, R.D., C.D.

Protein can come come from manydifferent sources, including meat,eggs, dairy products and manyvegetable-based foods.


Rocco DispiritoThe Associated Press

One of the best days in summer is when local corn starts toappear in the farmers markets. The way most people eat itis to slather the cobs with a big stick of butter. That’s fine,

but too much butter-slathered corn and, well, you all know wherethis is headed. One solution for corn-on-the-cob fans is barbecueMexican corn. This recipe uses cotija cheese, known as the “Parme -san of Mexico.” Cotija cheese is a strongly flavored, crumbly cheesethat is used like Parmesan is in Italian cooking. If you can’t findcotija in your supermarket, try using Parmigiano-Reggiano or feta.

RECIPE TIPS• Buy and eat corn on the same day.• Try to not refrigerate fresh corn.• Always use fresh lime with this dish. The additional acidity makesthis go from a good dish to a sublime taste experience that willchange your life forever.

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Start to finish: 20 minutesServings: 4

Ingredients:1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon barbecue spice rub

(use your favorite)4 ears local corn, in husksButter-flavored cooking spray1/2 cup (about 2 ounces) cotija

cheese, grated2 tablespoons chopped fresh

c i l a n t ro1 lime, cut into 4 wedges

Dir ections: Heat a grill or grillpan to high. In a small bowl, mixthe mayonnaise and barbecuespice rub. Set aside.

Place the corn, in their husks,on the grill or pan and allow tosteam cook for about 5 minutesper side. Peel back some husk andcheck for tenderness. When cornis tender, remove from the heatbut leave the grill on or the pan

over the heat. Cut 1 inch off thetop of the cobs. Grasp the husk,along with the silk, and peel thehusks off the cob like a banana.Continue peeling back the husksaround the rest of the cob. Peelingthem back together in this waycreates a handle for holding thecob.

Spray the corn with cookingspray and place on the hot grill orpan. Grill until the kernels begin todevelop grill marks and becomecharred, about 2 to 3 minutes.Turn the cobs occasionally. Usinga pastry brush, brush the mayon-naise mixture onto each cob.Sprinkle the cheese and cilantroover the cobs. Serve immediatelywith lime wedges.

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Aliese WillardFor the Reporter-Herald

Just exercise. That was Brenda Garrison’sreasoning when she signed up for the adulttap dancing class at Dance Dimensions inLongmont.

“And I said, ‘don’t ever put me in a cos-tume and don’t put me on a stage,’” Garri -son recalls. “Now, they have to use thehook to pull me off (the stage). It’s been apart of my life ever since. I will keep going‘til I can’t go anymore.”

Garrison, 69, has been tap dancing withher daughter Teresa Lickti, 49, for 10 years.They are one of several mother-daughterpairs taking adult dance classes at DanceDimensions, where dancers’ ages spanfrom late teens to early 70s.

Across town, Alex Martin teaches anadult gymnastics class at AirborneGymnastics. She says when she startedas a fitness coordinator at Airborne, adultshad been asking about taking classes like

their children did.“They wanted to jump around and step

on the equipment. They wanted to playagain,” Martin said.

These adult activity classes become morethan fulfilling a childhood fantasy or a curefor nostalgia. They challenge, encourageand foster community among the partici-pants.

KICK UP YOUR HEELS – L I T E R A L LYWhen adults enter Martin’s gymnastics

class, they are eagerly nervous for the phys-ical maneuvers they learn. In a one-hourclass, adults sweat through 25 minutes ofaerobic and core training, doing typical ex-ercises used by gymnasts for strength. Thenthey work on one of the four main areas ofwomen’s gymnastics training: the vault, un-even bars, balance beam and floor exercis-es. Though they’re not training for a com-petition, the workout is high intensity. It’snot unusual to see class participants doingflips or handsprings on the trampoline.

The adult tap dancing and hip hop class-es at Dance Dimensions are a little more re-laxed. Students learn different dance movesand combinations in class for an hour. Thetrue challenge for them is at the end of the

year, when their skills culminate in a dancethey perform in the company spring con-cert. And it’s quite a show. “They bring thehouse down,” said Louise Leise, owner ofDance Dimensions and instructor of theadult tap class. “The audience loves seeingthem perform.”

FRIENDS AND BENEFITSJoining a class can be daunting, especial-

ly since most of the participants haven’tparticipated in the activity in years. “It is alittle intimidating the first time,” Leise said.“It takes a class or two to break the ice.”

But the gains from taking the class aremore than worth it. In addition to the calo-rie-burning, participants can be proud oftheir refreshed childhood skills.

“They’re getting a good workout and feela sense of accomplishment,” Martin said.“They might have done something theyhaven’t done in 20 years. I have 40 and 45-year-olds doing stuff that’s hard for evensome of the younger kids. Even thoughthey’re older, they’re still strong.”

Cherished friendships and a sense of ca-maraderie are also rewards of taking eitherclass.

“It’s a wonderful bonding experience,”

in theSpotlightAdults revisitchildhood activities

Paul LitmanAudrey Burgio, foreground, 23, along with the rest of the adult gymnasticsclass, work on core strengthening at Airborn Gymnastics in Longmont.

Paul LitmanDavid Pinter, 42, started taking adult gym-nastics classes about a year and a halfago. He said he was motivated into it bya nephew who has been involved ingymnastics for awhile.

“They wanted to jump around and step on the equipment.

They wanted to play again.”— Alex Martin, instructor at Airborn Gymnastics


Paul LitmanAirborne Gymnastics instructor Alex Martin, center, givesMargaret Greene, 58, a few pointers on the balancebeam.

“It was time to get back into it and reconnectwith that part of their lives.

It’s like riding a bicycle.It doesn’t take that long to

remember and get back into it.”— Louise Leise, owner of Dance Dimensions and instructor

Photo courtesy Dance Dimensions

Garrison said of her tap class. “I feel flattered that my daugh-ter would dance with me. We all get along so well (in the tapclass). We don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a funtime. I look forward to tap every week.”

Leise sees the classes as a way to inspire future genera-tions. “The greatest benefit is for the kids to see that it’s age-less,” she said. “That (dance) is something they can do eveninto their 70s.”

For everyone involved, it’s a joy to return to what theylove. “It was time to get back into it and reconnect with thatpart of their lives,” Leise said. “It’s like riding a bicycle. Itdoesn’t take that long to remember and get back into it.”

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Strolling down your local grocery storeaisle, you can’t miss the words ‘gluten-fr ee’ jumping out from many pack-

ages of your favorite products. Pizza, pastas,cereals, beer and even lip balm all seem totout their gluten-free status and bakerieshave special sections chockfull of tastygluten-free pastries.

As more cases of celiac disease are diag-nosed, the market for these gluten-freefoods is exploding. This is good news forthe more than 2 million Americans whohave celiac disease according to theNational Digestive Diseases InformationClearinghouse.

Celiac disease is a genetic disorder thatbreaks down the lining of the smallintestine and prevents the body fromproperly absorbing nutrients. The damagecaused to the small intestine is due to thebody’s negative reaction to eating gluten,which is found in wheat, barley, rye andpossibly oats.

When a person with celiac disease eatsfood or uses products containing gluten,their immune system damages the villi ofthe small intestine. Over a period of time,the person becomes malnourished as theirbody is not absorbing the proper nutrients.

Celiac disease is most often found inCaucasians or those with European ancestryand is typically more common in womenthan men. The onset of the disease can

happen at any point from infancy to adult-hood and those whose family members areaffected by celiac disease are at greater riskto develop the disease themselves.

In recent years, the awareness and diag-nosis of celiac disease has rapidly increasedand more proper diagnoses are beingmade. The difficulty of diagnosing a patientlies in the fact symptoms differ from personto person. A person could exhibit just onesymptom or could have several. Accordingto PubMed Health, the most commonsymptoms of celiac disease center aregastrointestinal including:• Abdominal pain, bloating, gas orindigestion• Constipation• Decreased appetite (may also beincreased or unchanged)• Diarrhea, either constant or sporadic• Lactose intolerance• Nausea and vomiting• Stools that float, are foul smelling, bloodyor “fatty”• Unexplained weight loss

Although the symptoms of celiac diseaseare inconvenient and uncomfortable ontheir own, the long term effects can be lifethreatening if left untreated. Patients are atrisk of developing autoimmune disorders,such as rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid diseaseand Type 1 diabetes. Osteoporosis, certaintypes of intestinal cancer, anemia, lowblood sugar, infertility, and liver disease arerisks for those delaying a diagnosis or notfollowing a gluten-free diet..

There is not a cure for celiac disease, andthe cause is unclear. However, symptomswill subside and the villi in the lining of theintestines will heal if a person follows alifelong gluten-free diet. This includes noteating foods, beverages and medicationsthat contain wheat, barley, rye and possiblyoats. People with celiac disease must bevigilant about reading food and medicationlabels as many products have hiddensources of gluten. Also, the diet proves tobe challenging as wheat and barley grainsare common ingredients in the Americandiet.

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Every time I run a 5K, atabout 1K I decide that Iam a big dope and I’ll

never run again. Just themoving of my legs and breath-ing and holding my head up —it’s all such a struggle. Goddidn’t make me to run. Hemade me to sprint in shortspurts followed by much longerspurts of sitting.

That’s why I’m so excitedabout the Mud Brigade, Love-land’s first ever mud run. Theevent, presented by CrossfitLoveland, will be held at TheRanch on Sept. 10, and will fea-ture 13 challenging obstaclesspread apart along a 5K route.

Theresa and Dave Wells,owners of CrossFit Loveland,created the event in hopes ofcombining a race with CrossFit-type fitness principles.

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They also wanted to bringmoney into the local economy.

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No Place Like Home

Dominique Del GrossoFor Loveland Reporter-Herald

Every woman wants to have the“per fect” birth story. For some women,setting the stage for their story starts in ahospital and for others it’s the home.

For Judi Blum, 37, a home birth was justwhat she was looking for. After deliveringher firstborn in a hospital and later assistingher friend in a home birth, Blum was readyto try something a bit different.

“I would say that home births are not foreveryone, but I was convinced that I want-ed to try, and it was a success,” she said.

MIDWIFERY FOR MOTHERSA midwife is generally a woman who

assists other women during pregnancy,birth and after. Often a midwife assists awoman giving birth in her home — a placethat offers great comfort.

Barbie Burrage, a certified professionalmidwife (CPM) and owner of BirthwiseHomebirth Midwifery Care in Loveland,said a midwife’s role in the pregnancy andbirth process is to be a supportive educatorwhose training will help her recognizewhen normal becomes abnormal, prevent-ing an emergency from occurring, butbeing prepared to take action just in case.

“I see a midwife as a ‘guardian of preg-nancy and birth,’” she said. “I teach mymoms about labor and birth and how tocreate the environment that will allow themto progress in labor and how to do thingsthat will help the baby be in the best posi-tion possible before labor begins, etc.”

As a certified professional midwife,Burrage said she and others are trained tohandle basic emergencies in cases ofCardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR),shock, a hemorrhage, adult, infant andneonatal breech or blood pressure issues,among other skills.

Sometimes knowing who to choose asyour “guardian of birth” can be overwhelm-ing. Ultimately, this decision should rest inthe hands of the family.

In cases of home birth, Burrage suggestsseeking a CPM, preferably one who has at-tended and assisted in a number of homebirths, making them experienced with a

variety of personalities and with a wide-range of pregnancy and birth scenarios.

“Today in this country, it (CPM) is at leasta certification that signifies a certain amountof training and learning,” she said. “Experi -ence is more important than anything,h o w e v e r. ”

Accurately comparing a hospital birthwith a home birth to determine the betteroption is nearly impossible because eachmother and baby have different needs.Each family’s preconceived scenario isspecific and no two families will want thesame setting or story.

Burrage and Blum agree that birth is asacred time for a family. It is a time whena mother should surround herself with asupportive team who will listen to herwishes and carry them out in a respectful,safe manner.

Although they both highly recommend ahome birth, the overarching message isclear: “I believe, without a doubt, thatlabors progress much more normally whena woman is in an environment where shefeels calm, safe, protected, secure and sur-rounded by those she loves,” Burrage said.

Burrage also recommended parentsengage in some research about home birth,which can assist them when selecting asetting for their birth. Specifically, Burrage

suggested watching the movie, “TheBusiness of Being Born,” which providesstories of families who have gone throughthe home birth process. The movie hasvisual elements, capturing images a familymay be otherwise unable to imagine.

Additionally, engaging in research canhelp a couple identify any questions orconcerns and help them articulate their“per fect” birth story.

BABY LOVEIn Blum’s case, her second and third

children were born in her home, makingtheir birth stories the scenario she hadalways wanted. “It’s special to be at homeand to be able to take a hot herbal bathwith the baby or to spend time nursing withit quiet and calm,” she said.

Blum’s midwives quickly felt like exten-sions of her family. “They (midwives) knowyou, your children, your family and yourlife so well by delivery that it’s a reallyawesome experience having them in yourhome,” she said.

Whether a home birth is the scenarioselected for bringing baby into the world,there isn’t a right answer. The right setting isdifferent for every person, their health,family and baby. No matter the birthsetting, there is, however, a perfect endingfor everyone: A new, beautiful baby.

Consider if ahome birth isright for you

Photo courtesy Judi BlumMidwife Barbie Burrage, allows 4-year-old Moriah to help check her new babybrother’s vital vitals, get weight and measurements.


HL Health Line Calendar HL Health News BriefsCERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIVES CELEBRATE NEWOFFICE LOCATION WITH OPEN HOUSE

Please join the staff of Banner Women First CertifiedNurse Midwives on Aug. 25 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at anopen house to celebrate the clinic’s new location. Wom-en First has moved to 1647 E. 18th St., larger offices pre-viously occupied by Urology Center of the Rockies.

Nurse midwives at Women First provide a full rangeof women’s care including annual exams, preconcep-tion care, pregnancy, delivery and postpartum care, con-traception and menopause counseling. The clinic doesaccept patients with Medicaid. To make an appointmentwith one of the nurse midwives, call 970-663-9523.

663-9523.

LEARN TO TREAT INCONTINENCE WITHPELVIC FLOOR REHAB AT MCKEE EVENT

Ther e’s no need to hide your head in the sand whenit comes to incontinence. Hear from two physical thera-pists about what you can do to improve your quality oflife and treat incontinence using pelvic floor rehabilita-tion. This event is 5 p.m. on Aug. 23 at the McKee Con-ference and Wellness Center, 2000 Boise Ave., Loveland.Call 970-635-4097 for reservations. Refreshments will beprovided and the program is offered free of charge.

PVHS OPENS CORBETT HOUSE TO HELPYOUTH IN LARIMER COUNTY

Poudre Valley Health System opened a new serviceJuly 18 that will help youth in Larimer County who maybe homeless and are in need of skills so they can become self-sufficient. A ribbon-cutting ceremony washeld July 19 for the opening of Corbett House, a com-fortable residential unit at Mountain Crest BehavioralHealthcare Center where up to eight youth will live forone to six months while they learn job readiness skills,continue their schooling, receive life coaching and otherimportant skills. Community members can become in-volved by donating financially to support Corbett Houseor mentoring a youth, being a guest speaker, teachingliving skills, or providing an internship or first-time jobopportunity. For more information, call 207-4867.

MCKEE CANCER CENTER EXPANSION WILLOFFER ENHANCED RADIATION TREATMENTS

McKee Medical Center has announced plans to investmore than $9 million to expand the McKee Cancer Cen-ter with new services and technology to improve patientcare. Coupled with the physical expansion is the pur-chase of a new “super” linear accelerator designed toadvance the treatment of brain, lung, breast, prostate,head and neck, and other types of cancer. Constructionis scheduled to begin later this summer on the expan-sion at 2000 Boise Ave. For more information, visitwww.BannerHealth.com.

LITTLE SPRINT ATTRACTS 175 PARTICIPANTSThere were 175 triathletes participating in the Love-

land Little Sprint Triathlon held July 23, which raised$8,100. One hundred percent of registration fees andsponsorships benefited the KidSelf Pediatric TherapyProgram at McKee. KidSelf is a sliding-fee program setup to assist families with very young children experienc-ing physical, developmental and communication diffi-culties in covering the cost of therapy when insurance isnot available. Major sponsorship was provided byOtterCares, Public Service Credit Union, 3x Fast, KUNC,Parent Magazine, NOCO 5 and Clif Bar.

B R E A S T- F E E D I N GSUPPORT GROUP

When: 10-11 a.m. Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays (exceptholidays)

Wher e: McKee Medical Center,Legacy 3

Cost: Free. No need to registerContact: 970-669-9355

COPD (CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVEPULMONARY DISEASE)

This seven-session multidisci-plinary education series helps withthe management of COPD. Theteam reviews the respiratory system,how it works, what has gone wrongand how you can conserve energyand decrease shortness of breath.

When: Tuesdays 1-3 p.m., Tues-days. Upcoming sessions beginSept. 6.

Wher e: McKee Conference andWellness Center

Cost: Fr eeContact: 970-635-4138 to register

DIABETES EDUCATION UPDATESCall to get on the mailing list for

topics. Group offers education andsharing for patient and family. Facili-tated by Elizabeth Long, MS, RD,CDE.

When: 7-8:30 p.m., Sept. 22Wher e: McKee Conference and

Wellness CenterCost: Fr eeContact: 970-622-1950

TOTAL JOINT EDUCATIONPhysical therapists and occupa-

tional therapists prepare patients forsurgery. This program is coordinatedthrough your physician’s office aspart of the surgery scheduling pro-cess.

When: 3 p.m. ThursdaysWher e: McKee Conference and

Wellness CenterCost: Fr eeContact: 970-635-4172 to register

BREAST CANCERSUPPORT GROUP

When: 5:30-7 p.m. secondThursday of the month

Wher e: McKee Cancer CenterLobby

Contact: 970-622-1961

CAREGIVER CANCERSUPPORT GROUP

When: Every other Thursday,11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Wher e: Call for locationsContact: 970-635-4129

CAREGIVERS SUPPORTFor caregivers of elderly adults.

The group focuses on providingsupport and education about com-munity resources and behavior is-sues, particularly for people withAlzheimer’s and memory impair-ment.

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m., thirdThursday of the month

Wher e: First Christian Church,2000 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland

Cost: Free. Care of elderly adultfamily members or friends is avail-able through Stepping Stones AdultDay Care program during meetingtimes at no charge.

Contact: 970-669-7069

GENERAL CANCER SUPPORTWhen: 5:30-7 p.m., TuesdaysWher e: McKee Cancer Center

lobbyContact: 970-635-4129

MAN-TO-MAN: PROSTATECANCER SUPPORT GROUP

When: 5:30-7 p.m, fourth Thurs-day of the month

Wher e: McKee Conference andWellness Center

Contact: 970-622-1961

SOULPLAY ART THERAPYPeople whose lives are touched

by cancer experience the benefits ofexpressing themselves through art.No art experience needed.

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m.,We d n e s d a y s

Wher e: McKee Cancer CenterConference Room

Contact: 970-635-4129

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGHave your blood pressure

checked by a Wellness Specialist.When: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday

through ThursdayWher e: McKee Wellness Services,

1805 E. 18th St. Suite 6, LovelandCost: Fr eeCall: 970-669-9355

YOGA SUPPORT GROUPFor anyone touched by cancer.

Thirty minutes of gentle yoga andbreathing and 30 minutes of holistictherapy education.

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m., first andthird Thursday each month

Wher e: McKee Cancer Centerlobby

Cost: Fr eeContact: 970-635-4054 to register

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