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• Have the sitter spend time with you before baby-sitting to meet the children and learn their routines.

• Show the sitter around the house. Point out fire escape routes. Instruct the sitter to leave the house right away in case of fire and to call the fire department from a neighbor’s house.

• Discuss feeding, bathing and sleeping routines for your children.

• Tell your sitter of any allergies or specific needs your children have.

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Member Spotlight, Rick Barto | PAGE 6

Member Spotlight, Liz Sylves | PAGE 17

Member Spotlight, Jennifer Yacoub | PAGE 26

First Impressions | PAGE 30

Member Spotlight, Carol Doherty | PAGE 32

Rejuvenate with Rejuvapen | PAGE 38

featured articlesSun's Out, Guns OutExercises that will make tank tops your favorite go-to shirt! Demonstrated by HAC Personal Trainer, Denise Boyle. PAGE 9

Member Spotlight, Anupa SmitMother of 3, Anupa Smit is shocked by the sudden news of her autoimmune disease. Read how Anupa conquers her weight loss struggle and prevails in the midst of her major health issue. PAGE 13

Cover Story: Michael LutesHusband and father of 3, Michael Lutes took control of his diet. With his own determination, and motivation from HAC Personal Trainer, Dina Saitis, he was able to make his goals a reality. Now 125 lbs lighter, Mike is proud to say he is a better husband and father.PAGE 23

Potential Harmful Side Effects of Diet Pills and Supplements HAC Member, Rahul Gupta, PhD, shares the facts and explains the harmful side effects of dieting pills and weight loss supplements. PAGE 28

Watermelon Recipes Watermelons have always been a staple in the summer diet. Refreshing, sweet, healthy – what’s not to love? Read about some interesting ways to enjoy this classic summer treat. PAGE 34

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The essence of my story is, after several false starts to lose weight over a one year period, something finally clicked.

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“Over the course of 7 months, I’ve lost 65 pounds, my agility and endurance has increased, and I feel healthier than I have in decades.”I’ve been a member of HAC since 2012 and have had Jo Jo Goldfarb as both my personal trainer and Small Group

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Personal Training (SGPT) instructor over that period. Jo Jo had said from the beginning that diet was critical to reaching my weight loss goals, which I promptly ignored. Of course I became frustrated because I was working very hard but not losing any weight. Even without losing weight, through Jo Jo’s training and instruction I have developed much greater core strength, stamina, and balance, while

experiencing far less lower back, knee, and hip joint pain. These changes enabled me to begin running - at first on the tread mill, and more recently on the road.

“I have had, like so many who struggle with their weight, several past experiences with significant weight gain and loss, the so-called 'yo-yo effect.'”

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A common denominator in all of these past experiences was an over-reliance on just one of the core components, whether it be diet or exercise. In all previous cases, I had not curtailed my drinking, and paid little attention to water intake. My wife, daughter, and I moved from California to Pennsylvania in 2006, after I had just lost 43 pounds, mostly through exercise. I managed to gain all of it back within about 4 years, then added another 15 pounds, thanks to being closer to family and a pathological weakness for East Coast Italian food - in particular, pizza. I’m both ashamed and oddly proud of the fact that I could down an entire medium pizza for dinner without even thinking about it, and actually feel hungry later on in the evening.

“The ‘aha moment’ was seeing pictures from a formal event at work early last year, in which I didn’t recognize myself because I was fat.”

This triggered a series of false starts throughout the year with alcohol curtailment and weak attempts at dieting. It all came together in October when I finally reached a peak in motivation to lose weight, joined Weight Watchers, stopped drinking alcohol, and re-dedicated myself to Jo Jo’s SGPT classes and running. It suddenly became easy and uncomplicated: Weight Watchers had a plan that involved no counting of any kind, just staying within a wide range of healthy food choices. I have been able to follow the plan with strict discipline, with tremendous help from my wife, Kathryn, who cooks very healthy meals within the plan. I get completely satisfied with my meals, stop eating when I’m full, and, due in large part to not drinking alcohol, can go without eating after dinner at nights. No sweets, no pizza, no junk. The water helps a lot there, too. I’m drinking 4 liters a day.

The progress has been very steady and predictable: 9-10 pounds of weight loss per month, in a predictable pattern of a sharp drop followed by a short plateau, a slight bump up, followed by another short plateau before another sharp drop. I’ve registered for a marathon in Baltimore in mid-October of this year, and am training with Brandon Dombrowski to prepare for it. I’m continuing my training with Jo Jo to further build core strength, agility, and endurance.

“I’m confident that I will reach and maintain my goal weight of 15 fewer pounds with help from my HAC trainers, my wife, and a life commitment to my health, well-being, and fitness.”

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1. Kneel and place both arms over the stability ball. For a more advanced exercise, extend legs straight out from ball and utilize core for stability.

2. Your triceps should be resting against the ball, arms extended straight down the front of the stability ball.

3. Curl the dumbbell up, so dumbbells and wrists are directly over your elbows. Forearms will be at a 90 degree angle (forearms vertical to elbow). Then lower/extend the dumbbells until your arms are almost completely straight.

Tricep Dips on Stability BallMuscles Worked: Triceps

1. Sit on the floor with a stability ball behind your back, knees bent, feet flat on the ground, and shoulders relaxed. Place your hands onto the top/sides of the ball and straighten your arms until your hips are off the ground.

2. Inhale: Keeping knees bent, feet flat, and back straight, bend your elbows to lower your hips toward the ground.

3. Exhale: Straighten your elbows to push back up to the starting position to complete one rep.

Special Instructions: Keep your shoulders away from your ears and try to keep the ball as still as possible. Make sure your arms stay close to the sides of your torso and your elbows point behind you as you lower into the dip position.

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1. Begin by sitting on top of the stability ball with your knees bent at a 90 degree angle, feet firmly on the Bosu.

2. Keep your abdominal muscles tight and hold dumbbells to the side of your head, palms facing away from your body, and elbows at 90 degrees.

3. Exhale: Starting position, hold dumbbells so they line up with your nose, palms out, and wrists over your shoulders. Raise the dumbbells above your head until you touch the ends of each dumbbell together. Your arms should be as straight as possible and you should not lock your elbows.

4. Inhale: Bring your arms and the dumbbells back down to the starting position (bring them back down to your nose).

Special Instructions: If you feel pinching in your shoulders as you raise the dumbbells, bring the dumbbells out in front of your head some more. Keep your spine straight and continue to look forward during the exercise. Performing this activity in front of a mirror will help you with your form.

Ball Lateral Deltoid Raise – Lying SidewaysMuscles Worked: Medial Deltoids (Mid-shoulders)

1. Get into starting position: lean on your left side, pressing against the exercise ball. Extend your legs and back and hold a dumbbell with your right hand, arms extended.

2. Keeping the angle in your elbow on the ball for stability, raise your right arm, lifting the dumbbell into the air.

3. Keep your arm straight as you perform the exercise. Breathe out while raising the dumbbell, and breathe in while returning to the starting position.

Make it Easier: Drop your knee to the ground if you are unable to balance and continue with the exercise.

Dumbbell V Shoulder Flys while Standing on BOSU BallMuscles Worked: Anterior Deltoid (Front of Shoulder) and Pectorals (Chest)

1. Get into starting position: Stand in a centered position on top of the dome of the BOSU ball, with feet hip-width distance apart (or slightly narrower). Start with your hands at the side of your hips. Keep spine neutral and maintain an upright posture. Dumbbells should be in both hands and palms should be facing up.

2. Your arms should be slightly bent, bring your hands up and away from your body, so they meet together midline of your chest, palms still facing up.

3. Inhale and open your arms, returning to the starting position.

Bent-Over Dumbbell Tricep Kickback Standing on BOSU BallMuscles Worked: Triceps

3. Extend the dumbbell and hands straight behind you.

4. Return the dumbbell to your chest (wrist directly below elbow at a 90 degree angle) and repeat.

5. Upper arm should stay in contact with the rib cage through the entire exercise. You should not feel the upper arm moving away from the ribs at all.

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1. Get into starting position: Stand in a centered position on top of the dome of the BOSU ball, with feet hip-width distance apart (or slightly narrower).

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You are overweight.” I will never forget hearing those words come from my doctor. As someone who has always been fairly active, I never thought I would ever become overweight. After having three children and gaining more than 60 pounds,

I decided that I needed to make some changes. After attending a birthday party at HAC and being amazed by the facilities, I decided that day that I could not leave HAC without becoming a member.

“I hated being that mom who was out of breath running after her kids, and needed to act fast.” Right from the start, HAC turned into my second home. I attended as many classes as possible, starting with Cycling. At first, I struggled to do 10 minutes of cardio exercise without being out of breath. But after a couple of weeks, I was finally able to generally keep up with the class.

Suddenly, one day in spin class, I noticed that after about 10 minutes, my legs started to burn as if they were extremely fatigued. My energy level plummeted, and at times I literally felt like I could fall asleep on the bike. I tried different things to boost my energy, but nothing helped. In addition to the extreme fatigue, I suddenly noticed a dark rash around my eyes. Between a very busy work schedule and taking care of my kids, I ignored it for some time, thinking it was something that would go away on its own. Eventually, things like going up a few stairs and lifting my arms to do my hair were difficult. I felt as though I were walking through sand, and had weights strapped to my arms. The little rash I had now looked like I had been punched - it was so bad.

After some initial medical testing, I had no clear answer. I was told I had anything from Lyme's Disease to Lupus. An autoimmune disease was very likely. The news of suddenly having major health issues was overwhelming and shocking. Through pure luck, a friend connected me with a specialist at the Johns Hopkins Myositis Center. There I met with one of the smartest and most compassionate doctors, who spent time reviewing everything with me. I was officially diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called Dermatomyositis. Der-ma-to-myo-si-ti-s. Yes, I had to write it out just like that a few times to even say it right.

Dermatomyositis is an inflammatory muscle disease that involves inflammation of the muscles or associated tissues, such as the blood vessels that supply the muscles. The inflammation is a response to cell damage caused by one's immune system that is mistakenly attacking the muscle and/or skin. A reddish or purplish rash, presumably due to inflammation of surface blood vessels, can appear on the face or other locations on the body. There is no cure for dermatomyositis, although there are medications that can suppress the immune system enough to provide relief or remission. Therapies also include IvIG, where healthy immunoglobulin cells provide antibodies to a misguided immune system, allowing it to briefly function properly and reduce inflammation created by DM.

“I finally knew what was wrong, but had a long, difficult road ahead of me. I could potentially end up in a wheelchair, I could potentially have cancer, or be diagnosed with cancer very soon– so many potentials that would change my life.” Most people who are diagnosed with DM are not able to maintain significant amounts of physical activity. My doctor encouraged me to be active in ways that my body could tolerate. No weights over 8-10 pounds. Moderation with

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everything else. I would be lucky to lift heavier weights or have any sort of endurance. This was surely not something I wanted to hear! It was devastating to even think about. I felt as though I had missed my chance to get back to being myself and reaching all of the goals I had planned. Often times people with DM are diagnosed with cancer within the first 5-6 years of their diagnosis. After watching my own mother battle cancer, I decided that in the next year I would have a preventative bilateral mastectomy, followed by multiple reconstructive surgeries. If I had any remote chance of preventing the high risk of cancer that I faced, it was time to act on it.

“After being diagnosed with a major chronic illness, and facing multiple surgeries, I had to find some way to continue normalcy, and strive to reach those goals that now seemed so far away.” One day, I overheard another mom talk about this excellent trainer at the HAC who was incredibly motivating and “hardcore” about getting her clients into shape. She invited me to try a small group FIT class with Dina Saitis. As I headed to my first class, I was very nervous – how would I be able to get through a class known for its intensity when I could barely walk up stairs? I won't forget walking into the small group fitness room and being greeted by Dina – this petite, energetic and impressively strong woman. Dina was no joke. I could tell from the start that she was serious about hard work and commitment.

During that first class, Dina demonstrated the circuits one by one. I had no idea what a burpee was, but Dina showed me, and I may have laughed out loud! I pushed through the first class – I was nowhere near as in shape as the people in class, yet everyone had such positive energy and infectious determination. I felt up for the challenge of continuing classes, despite feeling like I needed to crawl out at times! I had never been to a class where the group continuously encouraged one another the entire time through each exercise! I was so impressed with Dina, her energy, intense passion, and her intellect for physical training. Dina encouraged me to keep coming to FIT classes. I was concerned about keeping up with the pace, knowing that I was limited in some ways due to the muscle weakness and endurance issues I had. Dina has been there by my side not only to guide me through exercises safely, but to make sure that I used proper form and technique.

“Over time, I have felt stronger and more confident with activity.”

Dina's BLAST class really helped me to refine my form in rowing. Her instruction really helped me figure out how to expend the energy I have (or don't have on bad days) efficiently enough to be able to complete a workout, and build up my endurance for other activities. Dina is hugely encouraging. There are times when I really appreciate hearing her close by cheering me on!

After building up more strength, I decided to try Dina's POWER class. POWER really helps you learn proper form, while teaching you new and innovative strength building exercises. It's so inspiring to be able to stand next to some amazingly strong women who are also working towards their goals and having fun while they are at it! I feel that being in the class has really helped me to not be afraid of picking up weights in the weight room on my own.

“I now feel confident enough to stand next to the other people in the weight room without thinking I look foolish!”For someone who does not have a high level of knowledge for exercises, I saw a huge difference from Dina's instruction and sound advice. More recently, I also started doing yoga with Maria DiCamillo. I had been seeking out balance, especially in times that can be intensely stressful between work, kids and bimonthly infusion treatments. I truly feel that yoga has helped me get refocused, which enabled me to find a sense of strength and calm when I needed it most. Maria is a wonderful instructor whose skill and passion makes me want to keep learning yoga!

Lastly, Dina's BoxFit class has helped me realize how much fun fitness can be! BoxFit is a power-packed 30 minutes of boxing with a combination of creative circuit exercises that vary with each class. All I do is come prepared to punch hard and laugh even harder, while burning a lot of calories! HAC in general has such a wide variety of classes to choose from. Working with Dina, a certified personal trainer, has been one of the most important investments in my health that I could have ever made.

Dina is invested in each person she works with – she motivates and keeps classes challenging. Her skilled advice has been such a driving force for me to keep trying new things and to continue to challenge myself. Even through recovering from multiple surgeries, I have been able to stay fit and active with Dina's help.

Working with Dina in small group classes has allowed me to accomplish things I thought I would never come close to doing. I feel great, I'm having fun, and I'm getting stronger with each workout!

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Along the way, I have had the fortune of meeting so many strong, determined, and positive people in the classes. Everyone comes to class to work hard, push through their own personal challenges, and achieve new personal bests each and every time. No matter what age or fitness level, everyone works hard and has a blast working out together.

Dina has changed my life in so many positive ways. I have come closer to my weight loss goal, been able to build up

strength, and have proven to my doctors that continuing to challenge myself through fitness is one of the most functional ways of fighting back at my disease process. I have become more determined than ever to stay fit and live a healthier lifestyle. On both good and bad days, I now feel that I will one day reach my fitness goals, and I'm learning that you can overcome anything if you truly want to - if you are up for the fight. On those days when you may not be up for the fight, it is important to keep on moving forward in some fashion, even if it's just baby steps.

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Are there specific exercises or eating plans that you engage in?

I used to do fat-burning diets. I engage in carb cycling (allows you to eat carbs from clean sources without adding body fats) since I am

training toward a competition. I follow different patterns. You have to keep your body confused.

Tell me about your journey with health and fitness.

Well, I used to be over 200 pounds in high school. Right before high school, I was diagnosed with systemic lupus. I was already an overweight child,

but then I had to be put on steroids, so that obviously helped me get to that heavy weight. Being in high school, I wanted to be normal like all the other kids; I didn’t want to be called names or feel insecure. I was already into athletics as a kid, so I joined all the teams I could, like basketball, cross country, and track. I was always doing sports all year round, regardless of my weight.

In high school, one of my girlfriend’s mom said, “You want to pick a job where you can look at yourself and be happy in the mirror.” That really resonated with me for some reason.

I went to college in Florida for a while, trying to pursue a communications degree. I wanted to create movie soundtracks, then it hit me like a ton of bricks: I lost all my weight and felt good about myself. I wanted to help other people do the same. I lost a lot of weight from doing exercise videos everyday; Denise Austin was my go-to lose weight guru. I looked into other colleges and moved back to Delaware to finish up my degree in exercise science.

Graduation came and I was in the fitness field. I realized it is hard to make a lot of money in this industry, so I got a job in sales and I’ve been in sales ever since. I did weight loss sales and ran a weight loss center in Las Vegas. My husband and I moved to Florida a few years later. When we were in Florida, I got back into fitness. I became a certified cycle instructor and got into the triathlon life. Two years later I became a triathlon coach. Ever since 2005, I’ve been doing both sales and triathlon coaching. I love both, so I make sure I find time for both. Throughout this, I have gone up and down with my weight. Once you have a weight problem – you always have a weight problem. I just do what works for me. After having my second daughter, I learned I have a sugar addiction, so I have cut sugar out of my diet. This is what works for me. I didn’t even realize I had the addiction. In the triathlon industry, you’re told to eat gels and bars to give you an extra boost of energy, but a lot of them have high amounts of sugar. You think they’re healthy because you’re told that they help you, but if you don’t pay attention to the nutrition, it can be a problem for you.

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gym is expensive, but it really isn’t. If you look at how much you would pay for medical bills from being inactive all of your life, the cost of a gym membership is so small. It drives me nuts. When people say, “it costs too much money to eat healthy,” I just think – does it really? Think about the cost if you don’t eat healthy. Stocking up on frozen veggies and a lean piece of chicken costs you less than going to McDonald’s and is so much more nutritionally dense.

I wish there was a way to get people inspired. Not everyone with chronic illnesses feels lost, but a lot of them feel like there is no where to go. I hope someone who reads this can get inspired and understand that it just starts with one step. Just try.

“You have good days and you have bad days. That’s inevitable for everyone. But the key is to get right back up the next day and start again.”Another thing I’ve learned with my sugar addiction is that you don’t have to completely cut out things from your diet. I plan when I can eat sugar. That way, I don’t have to convince myself not to eat it every day, I can say, “Hey, I can have sugar in a few days.” That way I can monitor when I am eating it, so I don’t over-do it. “One step at a time we can help people get fit.”

What is your favorite thing about being a HAC member?

I know it sounds weird, but I like the "feel" when you walk in here. The accessibility of everything really stands out to me. There’s accessibility to yoga

to high-intensity interval training, to spin, to Pilates. There are so many different things that you can’t get in another facility. So I guess the uniqueness.

What would you say is your biggest obstacle in maintaining your health?

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What helps you stay focused on maintaining your health?

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So you’re a full-time working mother with two daughters, yet you find time to focus on your health. A lot of people think that they can’t exercise because it takes too much time out of their day. What would you say to those people?

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My weight is something I have struggled with my entire life, from childhood to high school to college and into adulthood (although some would argue I never actually became an adult!). Many times, I have lost significant amounts of weight only to gain it all back.

I joined HAC when it opened in June 2007. Like many people who first join a fitness center or gym, I had the best intentions of working out, getting in shape, and losing the weight. But unfortunately, that didn’t happen. I would sporadically go and get on the treadmill or the recumbent bike but there was no real commitment to achieving those fitness and weight loss goals.

In late 2010, I connected with a group of people that were regulars in the morning at HAC. The self-named “5:35 am crew” welcomed me and I quickly made new friends. With the support of this group, I started becoming a regular in the morning. I was working out on a regular basis and started

His incredible weight loss story and how getting FIT saved his life!

Michael Lutes

Mike and his wife Jennifer in June 2012.

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widow. You have three wonderful, beautiful kids that you are going to have grow-up without a father.”

That day, I realized what a great life I had and that I needed to do everything in my power to be around as long as possible. That day I committed to a lifestyle change.

“My goal was to lose 150 pounds before my 15th wedding anniversary on May 5, 2015. That day everything changed.”It was easy to start once I made the commitment to change my lifestyle. I knew what had to be changed with my diet; I just had to implement it. One of my biggest issues was portion size, so I immediately started weighing and measuring my food. I ate more fruits and vegetables, more lean protein, and drank water, A LOT of water. I limited the number of carbs I was eating (and drinking!) and no desserts. I downloaded the MyFitnessPal application on my phone and tracked every calorie I consumed. I continued my workouts four times per week that included RPM, swimming, treadmill,

incorporating additional workout activities into my routine. In addition to the treadmill, I began swimming and taking BodyPump™ and RPM/Cycle classes. Despite working out 4-5 mornings a week and mixing up my workouts, I still was not losing weight.

I decided to set a fitness goal, thinking driving towards achieving that goal would result in weight loss. So a group of the “5:35 am crew” members and I decided to work towards participating in the Try-It Triathlon at Lums Pond in June 2012. The first 6 months of 2012 I spent preparing for the event. I added walking/running outside and biking outdoors to my workout routine. I am proud to say that I successfully completed the Try-It Tri. However, despite achieving that fitness goal, I hadn't lost the weight I'd hoped to lose.

Another year passed and I continued to workout regularly in the mornings but I was still not losing weight. Why was I not losing the weight? I finally decided that I need some help. I met with then HAC trainer Maria Lucey in the summer of 2013. And this is where I discovered why I wasn’t losing weight: you can’t out exercise a bad diet! My diet was

what was sabotaging my ability to lose weight. The type of food and amount of foods I was consuming was not going to allow me to lose weight no matter how much I was working out.

Despite being armed with this knowledge and adding FIT class once a week to my workout schedule. I did not incorporate the necessary dietary changes to start losing weight. In fact, I had actually started to gain more weight. What was wrong with me? I knew the issue, how to resolve it, and wanted to do it. But why hadn’t I started?

I don’t know what happened, what clicked, what made the light bulb finally turn on, but 1 week before Thanksgiving in 2013 I had my “ah-ha” moment. I remember looking in the mirror and not liking what I saw. I remember crying. I was on my way to a premature death.

“I remember that conversation I had with the person I saw in the mirror. You are going to die.”“You have a beautiful wife whose love and support of you has never wavered. You are going to leave her a young

Mike and his daughter Maddie.

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BodyPump™ and FIT class. I wore my MYZONE heart rate monitor for every workout and tracked my calories burned.

It did not take long for the weight to start dropping. And as the weight dropped, I was able to workout more. I added Saturday as a workout day and was up to five times per week. I had more energy so my workouts lasted longer, but it was in FIT class where I really saw significant progress in my journey.

I started participating in FIT class from its inception. Throughout my journey I have developed a special bond with Dina Saitis. She has helped motivate me and push me to do things I never thought possible. Box jumps, kettlebell swings, Jacobs ladder, rower - you name it, she has me do it, with more weight and more reps than I ever thought I could possibly do. Dina has even altered portions of the workouts for me to accommodate a physical limitation from a pre-existing condition. I remember after one class that had a jump rope station - I had to stay afterwards to talk to Dina in private and let her know that it was the first time in probably 8 years I had been physically able to actually jump rope. When I started FIT I was also unable to do box jumps - not a problem now!

My favorite FIT memory was the day I finally hit 300 meters in a minute on the rower. I had been so close for so long that when I finally hit at 301 meters, Dina ran across the room and jumped into my arms as the whole class cheered. Everyone in the Thursday 5:45 am FIT class (Dina’s best!) has been so encouraging and motivational and they have continued to help in my progress.

“In June 2014, 8 months after starting my journey, I had lost 100 pounds! I was feeling great.”

I had so much more energy and was as motivated as ever to reach that 150 pound weight loss before my 15th wedding anniversary. The highlight of my first 100 pound weight loss was my trip to Hershey Park with my son Grant, my brother, and my nephews. The prior summer we had made that same trip and my brother had to go on many of the roller coasters and other rides with my son because I was physically unable to fit on the rides. Well, this trip I rode every one of those rides with my son! I am sure he wasn’t aware but this was one of the best days ever and one I will never forget!

Later that summer, while on vacation in Rehoboth, my son and I rode our bikes on the Junction & Breakwater Trail from Rehoboth to Lewes and back. My daughter and I were now able to take 2 mile walks with our dog. All activities I would never have been able to do before.

I knew that it was going to be a longer and more difficult challenge to lose the next 50 pounds but I remained focused on achieving my goal. But by then, the diet and exercise had become part of my normal routine, I had truly made a lifestyle change. I continued to increase the intensity and length of my workouts and continued with swimming, RPM/

Cycle, FIT, and other classes and keep a good diet and track my progress on the MyFitnessPal app.

The next 50 pounds came off and I was able to give my wife the gift of less of me for our anniversary on May 5th, less of me in hopes that it would result in more years together with her and our children. I still have 25 pounds to go before reaching my final goal. I know that it will not end there and that working on my fitness and diet will be a life long journey that will never end. However, I am confident that the lifestyle changes I have made the last 18 months have prepared me for that challenge.

I have a new joy for life. I have found the joy in shopping for clothes again (and I needed a whole new wardrobe!), my energy level is off the charts, I am doing new things (took the whole family ice skating, family hikes), my self-confidence is at an all time high, I don’t stress about going on an airplane or to a stadium because I know now that I am able to fit comfortably into the seat, and I am better at my job (just hope my manager agrees when it comes time for annual reviews).

“I am a better Dad to my kids and a better husband to my so-deserving wife, and am so glad that I will be around to share this life with them for many years to come.”A special thank you to Maria Lucey, Dina Saitis, the “5:35 am crew,” and the Thursday 5:45 am FIT class whom I owe a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid. You helped save my life.

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Jennifer Yacoub

Jennifer is a 42 year old stay-at-home-mom of three, who had finally had enough. After going

through three c-sections, the last having complications, she thought there was no hope for her damaged stomach muscles and put on a significant amount of weight over the years. Along with her health scare in 2014, she vowed that 2015 would be the year she would be in the best shape of her life.

In past years, Jennifer often overindulged in “holiday fare” cookies, chocolate morsels, and numerous trips to Starbucks, to name a few. The weight seemed to increase daily as her energy level decreased. “I couldn’t even keep up with my kids, all I wanted to do was sit there. I even napped while they played,” Jennifer says. Then one day, she began to feel her heart beat irregularly, and it continued in this pattern for three days. Even though she did not seek a doctor’s care, it frightened her enough to make her mind up to finally do something about it. With high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart issues running on her mother’s side of the family, she felt this was her wake-up call. Her grandmother had a heart valve replacement due

to a blockage. She was informed that her mother may be monitored for this condition in the future as well. Jennifer said, “I’m not getting any younger, and I have to be there to take care of my family. To take care of others, you must take care of yourself.”

January 1st, 2015, Jennifer began her weight loss journey with a phone app called "Lose It!" (recommended by a friend.) She began tracking her food and learning about healthier options. She started choosing fruit and vegetables over junk-food. “I always went overboard with my meals; not controlling portions, not paying

attention to carbs and sodium. This app has taught me that you can have regular food, incorporate healthier options, and feel satisfied without overdoing it”. She continued, “As you get older, the metabolism slows down drastically and medical problems can also arise, so you finally have to choose between unhealthy habits vs. healthy”. She also began personal training with Andrea Mattice who puts her through a rigorous session three times a week, and incorporates ab work, upper and lower body strength, and cardio. “I will admit, when I first began

HAC Personal Trainer, Andrea Mattice (left), and HAC Member Jennifer Yacoub (right).

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exercising, it was tough. I would sometimes make up every excuse to stay home. I just did not want to do the work. But once I made up my mind, it became an enjoyable part of my life that I now can’t live without”. Jennifer gained the insight, “never feel selfish to take that time for yourself."

“It’s amazing to see the exercises that I once struggled with in the beginning. They are now easier and I continue to challenge myself. I now have a can-do attitude and I will not give up.” Jennifer was surprised that her once damaged abs are now more defined, tighter, and feel like they’re working again! “I am personally against tummy-tucks. I’m concerned about the risks, so I will do my best to get my stomach into the best shape that I can.” Jennifer feels stronger, her energy has increased drastically, and she has no desire to overindulge. She also noticed that her stress level has come down drastically. She reflects, “I honestly had no patience. I would get angry easily, and any stressor would feel like it was increased by 3x!” She continues, “I’m a typical parent, yes, I lose my patience here and there, but since this lifestyle change, I feel more calm and can take on stressors patiently” Jennifer is looking forward to the warmer weather and to enjoying the outdoors with her children. She’s starting to get them more active as

 

 

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well. “I feel that my habits have unfortunately rubbed off on them over the years; so I tell them, ‘Instead of sitting inside, let's get outdoors, take a walk in the woods, splash in the creek, ride our bikes, plant a garden, and just keep active!”

Jennifer was also very self-conscious about having photos taken of herself. “I would always hide behind my children, or make sure that only my face was in photos. I never liked the way I looked. My husband, an avid photographer, is thrilled I’m now allowing him to take beautiful photos of me and the children and not hiding behind them or a chair! I love seeing the before and after photos of myself; I keep them posted, and use them as an inspiration to keep going! I also use my Facebook page as an inspiration for myself, and to inspire others.”

Jennifer has lost 40 pounds and continues to lose more weight. She is also taking dance lessons with her husband. Jennifer did her first 5K Color Vibe in Elkton, MD in May with her family.

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Diet supplements often promise magical solutions for losing weight. Most of the manufacturers make extravagant promises which are neither verified nor confirmed through any clinical research. In reality, the weight loss drugs promising to melt the fat

away could potentially cause dangerous side effects to one’s health.

Diet supplements are taken for many reasons; to lose or gain weight, to build muscles, or to boost energy and metabolism.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that “while 40% of Americans used supplements in the late 1980s and early 1990s, over 50% have used supplements in recent years”!

Potential Harmful Side Effects of Diet Pills & Supplements

Are weight loss pills safe? Just because it’s possible to purchase a diet pill or supplement from local or online drugstores doesn’t certify that they are safe. Many consumers aren’t aware of the

Do weight loss pills really work? According to experts at the Mayo Clinic, “weight loss pills can be effective when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, and can help you lose more weight than just diet and exercise alone. The combination of the three — eating less, exercising more, and weight loss pills — can help you lose between 5 and 10 percent of your total body weight within one year. However, weight loss pills alone, without any lifestyle changes, are not a healthy or effective way to lose weight.”

By: HAC Member, Rahul Gupta, PhD

fact that products marketed as diet supplements aren’t subject to regulation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) “unless the product contains a new ingredient”. According to the Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994, “it’s the manufacturer’s responsibility to prove that a supplement is safe”, but many of the manufacturers do not comply with this requirement. They have been accused of making false claims about their products, adding pharmaceutical ingredients to their supplements or producing their supplements through unsafe procedures.

According to Eating Behaviors, “In spite of the risks, the demand for the diet pills and supplements continues to rise, especially among individuals with eating disorders. Up to 50% of those who meet the criteria for an eating disorder use over-the-counter diet pills, herbal supplements or prescription drugs to lose weight”. These products are potentially dangerous unless they are taken for legitimate medical reasons under a doctors supervision.

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Weight Loss Supplement AbuseA person can abuse diet supplements by:

• Consuming higher than the recommended dose of a dietary supplement

• Consuming diet pills not recommended for normal or underweight individuals

• Consuming prescription weight loss medication without a doctor’s supervision

• Combining multiple weight loss stimulants

• Combining diet pills with laxatives or diuretics

An overdose could increase blood pressure to dangerously high levels, leading to heart attack or stroke. Consuming fat-blocking supplements along with laxatives or diuretics could cause diarrhea, fluid loss and an electrolyte imbalance. Abusing products that hold a risk for liver or kidney damage can increase the possibility of organ failure.

Safe Weight Loss Drugs

The FDA recently approved the prescription medications Belviq (lorcarserin hydrochloride) and Qsymia (a combination of the previously approved drugs phentirmine and topiramate extended release) for weight control. Both drugs are approved for adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater. Adults with a chronic, weight-related health condition such as high cholesterol or hypertension and a BMI of 27 or above may also qualify. Qsymia has a restricted-access program and a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy (REMS) because it contains topiramate, which can lead to severe birth defects in pregnant women.

Common Weight Loss Supplement Claims• Reduced hunger (chickweed, bee pollen, fennel)

• Feel satiated with less food (guar gum, psyllium)

• Boost metabolism (caffeine, guarana, synephrine, B-complex vitamins)

• Slow down fat production (green tea, hydrocitric acid, flax seed)

• Absorb less fat (chondritin)

Common Side Effects of Weight Loss Supplements In a press release issued in 2009, the FDA announced that it had discovered potentially dangerous, unlisted ingredients in 69 weight loss products. Since the manufacturers did not list these ingredients on their product labels, consumers would have no way of knowing that they were ingesting products like these:

• Rimonabant: An appetite suppressant not approved for use in the US

• Phenytoin: An anti-seizure drug

• Phenolphthalein: An experimental drug that may cause cancer

• Fenfluramine: Used in the combination drug fen-phen associated with dangerous heart and lung side effects and is no longer on the market.

• Sibutramine: Removed from the U.S. market in 2010 due to an increased risk of serious side effects, including heart attack and stroke.

• Clen Fat Burner: Clenbuterol is a steroid used to treat respiratory illnesses in horses. It’s not approved for human use, but often taken illegally by athletes and models to boost muscle mass and trigger weight loss. Evidence from animal studies indicates that it’s consumed by muscle tissues throughout the body, and therefore can damage the heart muscle.

• Emagrece Sim and Herbaslim: ingredients include Librium, the antidepressant Prozac, and the stimulant Fenproporex. Since 2006, the FDA issued a warning against these drugs, because the combination can cause severe mood swings

• Alli or Xenical: Lipase inhibitors such as Alli or Xenical have been associated with rare liver injury and patients need to be alert for signs of liver disease such as itching, yellow skin or eyes (jaundice), stomach pain, loss of appetite, pale or tar-colored stools, brown-colored urine (due to excess bilirubin in the urine).

• Appetite Suppressants (anorexiants): Side effects include increased blood pressure and heart rate, insomnia, nervousness, blurred vision, restlessness, headache, and stomach side effects like constipation, nausea or vomiting.

The FDA issued warning to consumers not to purchase supplements in its list of tainted products; however, the FDA cannot test every new product on the market. The best way to ensure safety is to always consult a healthcare professional prior to taking any weight loss supplement.

References:www.mayoclinic.org ; www.fda.gov ; www.cdc.gov ; http://www.drugs.com ; www.webmd.com ; http://www.forbes.com/sites/melaniehaiken/2012/04/19/5-deadliest-diet-trends/

The first time I ever laid eyes on the Hockessin Athletic Club, I was a junior Exercise Science student at the University of Buffalo. I

sat in my car, preparing for the most important interview of my life at that point in time; hoping to land a position as an intern in the fitness department. As I looked up at the impressive structure that is the HAC, jokingly referred to as “the Taj Mahal” of health clubs, I couldn’t help but feel a bit intimidated. I’d spent quite a bit of time in and out of gyms over the past few years, but nothing quite like this. You can imagine my jubilation (and relief) when I received an e-mail later that day, extending an internship offer for the Spring 2015 semester.

Fast forward to January 2015. I arrived in Hockessin, eager to begin my internship and take the next step in my professional career. However, a certain degree of uneasiness began to creep in. I’d worked in plenty of gyms

By: James Cary, HAC Intern

First Impressionsbefore and, needless to say, they are not always chock full of warm and welcoming personalities…

…But not HAC. Management has done an unbelievable job of assembling a team of fitness professionals that create a family-like atmosphere despite the club’s immense size. Immediately I felt like I was amongst friends. More importantly though, it was clear to see how passionate these trainers are about their work and their clients. Walking through the door into the personal training studio you can feel the enthusiasm and excitement in the air. The trainers are craftsmen and the benches, balls, and Bosu’s are their tools. This talented cast has changed countless lives and they’re in an endless pursuit of their next “project.” Some enroll in personal training for the expertise, others for the companionship and camaraderie, but few leave disappointed with their experience.

I suppose if I were asked to sum up the Hockessin Athletic Club in one word, it would be “unique”. What other health club offers the wide variety of opportunities that HAC does? Drop your kids off in the capable hands of the daycare, pre-school, or youth athletics staff, work-out, take a fitness or yoga class (many of which are included in the price of membership), go for a swim, grab a bite to eat, and cap the day off with a delicious smoothie or adult beverage of your choice. These are just a few of your options as a member of the club. One can easily (and many do) spend their entire day on the premises. Perhaps its “Why Statement” best describes the club;

“We believe in enhancing people’s lives while creating a sense of community.”

The simple fact is; there just aren’t many places like it.

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As I wobbled down the steps to the women’s locker room from the main exercise floor, I was amazed how weak my legs had become after only

30 minutes with a trainer. Part of this amazement was due to the fact that I had been a member at HAC for quite a while and was using the facility for cardio workouts several times each week.

Fast forward to today and my memory of that first training session with HAC Personal Trainer, Jo Jo Goldfarb, brings a big smile to my face. What a difference she has - and is - making in my life.

I was motivated to work with a personal trainer because my self-directed workouts were not turning back the clock on weight gain and fatigue. I approached Jo Jo one day to talk. She assured me that choosing a personal trainer was the right way

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to go, she would be happy to work with me and that my goals would be reached to the degree that I utilized her training directions when I was on my own.

Working twice a week with Jo Jo, I learned correct technique for weight training equipment and free weights. Each session focused on a different muscle group or area of the body. Early on, I wouldn’t have considered the exercises fun, but necessary and beneficial. Over time, they became fun and I looked forward to her new challenges.

“With Jo Jo’s guidance, personally or in small group personal training, I lost more than 25 pounds and was able to stop taking medication for high blood pressure.”

“Also, my physical stamina and mental alertness throughout the work week significantly increased.” These were important improvements in my life! Jo Jo helped me every step of the way: being a motivator when I was grumpy, challenging me when the next step in fitness was at hand, helping me understand the value of nutritious food choices, and always offering support and encouragement. Her professionalism, dedication, and "you can do it" attitude made all the difference with me.

I am having fun maintaining my fitness goals and enjoy the friendships made in the small group setting. Jo Jo enabled me to accomplish what I was incapable of doing on my own. I hope my story motivates others to really go after their fitness goals with a personal trainer. It’s all good!

Carol Doherty (left), with HAC Personal Trainer, Jo Jo Goldfarb (right).

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Ingredients:4 cups seedless watermelon chunks1 large jalapeño chile3 green onions, thinly sliced ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish2 tablespoons of rice vinegar grated zest and juice of 1 lime sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Directions:Using a sharp knife, finely dice ¼ cup of the watermelon and set aside for the garnish. Cut 8 thin slices from the chile and set aside for the garnish. Seed and finely dice the rest of the chile.

In a large bowl, combine the remaining watermelon, the diced chile, two-thirds of the green onions, the lime zest, lime juice, the ½ cup mint leaves and the vinegar. Stir.

Working in batches, transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the soup to a covered container and refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour. Ladle the soup into chilled bowls. Garnish with the reserved diced watermelon, chile slices, remaining green onions, and a few mint leaves and serve.

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Watermelon Recipes Watermelons have always been a staple in the summer

diet. Refreshing, sweet, healthy – what’s not to love? Although this summer snack is timeless, there are some very interesting ways to enjoy it. Here are a few delicious new ways to eat this classic snack!

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Ingredients:2 cups watermelon, diced (¼ small-medium size

watermelon) ¾ cup strawberries, hulled and diced 1 cup apple, cored and diced (approximately 1 medium size

apple) ½ cup cucumber, peeled, cored and diced (1 cucumber) 1 tablespoon filtered water 1 teaspoon lime juice

Directions:1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend on

high until a smooth, liquid-like texture is achieved. 2. Grab a large bowl or measuring cup and place a fine mesh

strainer over top of it. 3. Slowly pour a quarter of the mixture into the strainer and

press with a spatula so that juice begins to drain. 4. Continue this step until the rest of the mixture has been

added to the strainer and pressed. 5. Allow the pulp to sit for at least 10 minutes to get any

extra juice out. I also stirred it occasionally to help get more out.

6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or freeze for 10) before serving. This juice is best served extra cold and I personally like it over ice with a straw.

Side note: Steps 2-6 are not necessary if you have a juicer.

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Watermelon SaladIngredients:1 watermelon1 cup fresh mozzarella ½ cup fresh mint leaves, ½ cup fresh basil leaves, ½ cup walnuts or almonds sea salt and olive oil

Directions:1. Slice watermelon into 1 inch rings, then remove

the rind from each slice with a small knife.

2. Place watermelon “round” onto each salad plate, then top with a layer of thinly sliced fresh mozzarella – about 5 pieces, but this depends on the size of the watermelon round.

3. On top of the mozzarella, add the finely chopped mint and basil – about ¼ cup each – and a sprinkling of nuts – you can use any kind, but we use almonds and walnuts.

4. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and sea salt before serving. Enjoy!

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Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa

Directions:1. Preheat grill to 350º to 400º (medium-high)

and grease the grates or cover them with foil. Sprinkle grouper with pepper and ½ teaspoon salt. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

2. Grill fish with grill lid closed for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until fish begins to flake and is opaque in center.

3. Combine chopped watermelon, next 5 ingredients, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt and tablespoon of olive oil. Serve with grilled fish.

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1 cup of Watermelon:• 0 grams of fat• 17% vitamin A• 21% vitamin C• Blood pressure – improves arterial function• Lycopene – essential for cardiovascular health –

improves blood flow• Cancer – high in antioxidants • Digestion – water & fiber• Hydration –Watermelons are made up of 92% water • Contains a lot of electrolytes • Choline – essential nutrient that helps with sleep,

muscle movement, learning, and memory. Reduces chronic inflammation

Health Benefits of Watermelons

Ingredients:4 4 ounce grouper fillets 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon salt, divided 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 cups chopped seedless watermelon¼ cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives ½ English cucumber, chopped1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced 2 tablespoons minced red onion2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar

Serves 4

Ingredients:1 small watermelon½ cup yogurt2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:1. Cut a small watermelon into chunks (discarding the

rind), and freeze them.

2. After they’re frozen, put them in a food processor or blender with ½ cup yogurt, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and a tablespoon of lemon juice. Process until smooth, but be careful not to let it become too watery.

3. Transfer to a shallow class or ceramic dish and freeze for at least an hour. Enjoy!

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Are there any side-effects?Most patients feel as though they have a moderate to severe sunburn. Your skin may feel warm and tighter than usual. This is normal and will subside after 1-2 hours. Most patients recover within 24 hours.

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