by April Allman | Aug 25, 2019 | Best Bodies, Exercise, Healthy Choices, Wellness
Lauren Deerwester Age: 38 Job: Video Monitor Tech/Mental Health Tech at Our Lady of Peace An unexpected turn of events at a marathon gave Lauren Deerwester a sense of purpose — and became a symbol of her mother. “In 2014 I was registered to run the Derby...
by April Allman | Aug 20, 2019 | Best Bodies, Exercise, Family, Healthy Choices, Wellness
Alyssa Schlimm Age: 32 Job: Counseling Coordinator at Sacred Heart Academy, Performer and Event Coordinator for CirqueLouis Alyssa Schlimm wants her children to understand that taking care of their bodies should be the priority — and they can have a good time...
by April Allman | Aug 18, 2019 | Best Bodies, Eat This Way, Exercise, Healthy Choices, Wellness
Jamie Stich Age: 34 Job: Owner/Chef at Prep Meals 502 and a Personal Trainer and Coach at CrossFit Cavalry Eating the right types of foods is an integral part of a good fitness plan, but if you aren’t sure where to start, Jamie Stich shares a few tips to get you...
by April Allman | Aug 16, 2019 | Best Bodies, Exercise, Healthy Choices, Wellness
Joy Mays Age: 40 Job: Residence Coordinator for residential housing company Renewed Hope LLC Being able to have the stamina to compete in a sports competition alongside kids serves as positive reinforcement for Joy — and is a reminder of the benefits of...
by April Allman | Aug 13, 2019 | Best Bodies, Exercise, Health Battle, Healthy Choices, Wellness
Karen Stout discovered fitness can be a healing remedy when your body isn’t functioning like it should. “Yoga became my passion after I realized I could rehab myself with all of its benefits. I was born with spina bifida so I always understood I was going...
by April Allman | Aug 10, 2019 | Best Bodies, Exercise, Healthy Choices, Wellness
“I feel joy when I dance, especially tap… It works the mind and the body.” “The day you stop learning is the day you start to get old.” Barbara F. Cullen Age: 63 Job: Choreographer and Dance Instructor; Performer at Dancers Center for...