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fi tness | Flexibility: The Fifth Pillar of FitnessWe sit for hours commuting to work, reclining in front of our
computers or lounging at home on the couch. So much sitting
allows gravity to pull on our bodies, shortening and tightening
our muscles, and in the process cheating them of their true po-
tential. By adding a little stretching time to your workout you’ll
find that you’re able to prevent joint and muscle damage, and
as you get older, improve your posture, shorten your recovery
time and finally reach the peak physical condition you’ve always
dreamed you were capable of.
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sport | Subaru Urban Assault Race Even though Austin is a city of serious racers, runners, hikers
and bikers, there are bound to be a few left feet and flat tires
along the way. For those road runners and trailblazers that
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style | Infi nity: The 2007 Swimsuit IssueFor our sixth annual Swimsuit Issue, the lazy days of summer
are celebrated with “Infinity,” a theme that’s virtually endless.
A sensual, sexy and sporty pictorial featuring the best of Austin
swimwear, it follows a beautiful couple in love, from dusk to
dawn, on a breathtaking summer day. The issue is our first to
feature two distinct covers, rounding out the readership experi-
ence and reinforcing a theme of never-ending bliss.
by Todd V. Wolfson
ON THE COVER: Female Cover Natalie Doss wears Black Halter
Swimsuit by Eres from Just Add Water. Male Cover Kristin Lashure wears
Green Trunk by Gant and White Shirt by Penguin from Service Menswear.
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f lexibilityThe 5th Pillar of Fitness
HEALTH10 health watch Religion and Medicine
10 by the numbers Spring Fever
12 mind/body Balancing Your Vices
FITNESS18 workout Getting a Bikini-Ready Body
20 fi topedia Foot Fundamentals
20 trends The “300” Workout
DIET 22 dietgram Going Overboard
24 review Local Farmers Markets
25 recipe Banana Creme Pie with Whole Wheat Crust
SPORT30 closer look Wake Sports
STYLE38 gear UV Protective Gear
LIFE40 get out Old Pecan Street Festival
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gear
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN and the staff
at AFM is really turning up the heat. Yep, you guessed it, it’s
May and that means it’s time for our annual swimsuit issue. But
this year we’re going to turn the tide and do something a little
differently. In addition to the fabulous swimwear and fantastic
photos we showcase every year, we’ve decided to give the guys
and gals equal billing. So, depending upon where you pick up
your issue, you’ll get a chance to see one of two different cov-
ers — the first featuring our female model Natalie Doss and
the other our male model, Kristin Lashure. We have a lot of inside bets on which one will
be more popular, but one thing’s for sure, both issues have the same great entertaining and
informative content that you’ve come to expect and deserve.
In celebration of one of our most popular issues all year, let’s dive a little deeper into the
fascinating evolution of the garment that so aptly defines this summer season: the swimsuit.
Most of us have heard of Greek baths. Well, it was the Greeks who really put the swim-
suit on the map. Public bathing was a popular social function and while Greek women were
inclined to bathe in the nude, Roman ladies often wore suits that looked like today’s bikinis.
After the fall of the Roman Empire, swimsuits literally disappeared because folks simply
stopped bathing (it was believed to be improper and unhealthy). Go figure. But by the 18th
century, the swimsuit was back, though conservative and made of wool to avoid exposing
bodily contours. With this much weight and bulk, Victorian folks had to be pretty fair swim-
mers just to stay afloat.
Jumping ahead a couple hundred years at the beginning of the 20th century, with the
advent of new fibers, the swimsuit became lighter and tighter but remained rather conserva-
tive for both men and women. Tank tops and shorts were the popular style.
Throughout the 20s and 30s the swimsuit continued to evolve, becoming progressively
scanty for both men and women. Yet it was in 1946 that the swimsuit took a quantum leap
with the introduction of the now ubiquitous bikini. While the first versions were relatively
tame (though banned on some publics beaches), by the 60s the bikini had made its place in
history and is still one of the most popular styles of all time.
Now in the 21st century, the swimsuit continues to change for both men and women. Test-
ing the boundaries between shock and titillation, whether via thongs, speedos, board shorts or
jammers, one thing’s for sure, swimsuit styles are ever-morphing to fit our global mood.
And that’s the bare truth.
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HE
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Religion is a divisive topic in whatever arena it appears, so it’s no
surprise that picking doctors’ brains about the relationship between
health and God reveals a difference in opinion relating to a practi-
tioner’s own beliefs. A recent survey shows that 54 percent of phy-
sicians believe that spirituality sometimes affects a patient’s health,
and 33 percent feel that religion can help to prevent occurrences
like heart attacks and even death. Only two percent believe that a
higher power has no effect one way or another within the realm of
medicine. Though they’re trained to stick to science, bigger forces
are often at play for docs when the need for explanation arises.
BIOLOGICAL BASIS Thoughts of God are often seen
as personal beliefs that can be traced to societal influences and
cultural coercions, but new evidence links the human tendency
to seek out something bigger. An emerging field called neu-
rotheology applies scientific tools like brain scanning to the
subject of spirituality and watches what happens when we pray,
feel awe and contemplate a larger force. Different parts of the
brain light up during each of these activities, causing some to
draw the conclusion that we’re hard-wired to believe in God.
Perhaps God crafted our minds to understand him, or maybe
we’ve used our mental powers to draw our own conclusions.
POWER OF PRAYER It doesn’t take a religious zealot
to admit that gathering together in prayer after a senseless trag-
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and anxiety over a loved one’s illness by praying for relief is often
all that can be done. When studied scientifically, however, the
intuitive benefits of prayer aren’t so defined. Large-scale exami-
nations have actually found that it can be negative; two studies
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for recovered less successfully from heart surgery and alcohol-
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BALANCING YOUR VICESWe all have our vices, but is there such a thing as balancing bad habits with
good intentions in order to live a happy, and perhaps happily imperfect, life?
Today about 17.6 million Americans are problem drinkers and many more than that do not drink at
all, but do you have to be a teetotaler to be truly healthy? Research on the topic could make a sober
person’s head spin — in small amounts it can be good, but too much leaves you worse off than if you
drank none at all. Thus (until the next study comes out that tells us something different), if you decide
to indulge then you’ll be fine as long as you stick to a few simple guidelines: drink only moderately
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happen to overindulge, replenish your body’s supply of fluids and vitamins as best you can and then
remember one thing for future reference — a life of moderation can
provide all the fun you need, and it beats a hangover every time.ALCOHOL
Because body weight tends to fluctuate as a direct result of what we consume, the vice of overeating
is perhaps the hardest to ignore; mindlessly chowing down on fatty foods and sweets behind closed
doors creates negative results that the whole world can see. In theory, however, eating is also relatively
easy to regulate. Thanks to nutrition labels, scales and a wealth of information in books and online, it’s
possible to figure out exactly how much leeway you can give yourself. We’re all different, but boiling
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One way for a sedentary slacker to go from blubbery to buff is to embrace a demanding regimen of
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f lexibilityThe 5th Pillar of Fitness
by Leah Fillion
So you’ve sweat for an hour on the treadmill, lifted weights to tone and
strengthen your biceps, and even done a few crunches for good measure. You’re really starting
to feel healthy. But before you grab your towel and hit the showers, there’s probably at least one
thing you and almost everyone else in the gym is forgetting — to stretch!
Have you ever considered giving the muscles you just tightened, flexed and worked to near ex-
haustion a little stretching time? Most Americans don’t think of this fifth pillar of fitness because
it doesn’t burn calories, help you lose weight or bulk up your physique — just a few things we’ve
all come to demand from our workouts. Plus, most fitness experts agree that there’s a postural epi-
demic in America today. We sit for hours commuting to work, reclining in front of our computers
or lounging at home on the couch. So much sitting allows gravity to pull on our bodies, shortening
and tightening our muscles, and in the process cheating them of their true potential. By adding a
little stretching time to your workout you’ll find that you’re able to prevent joint and muscle dam-
age, and as you get older, improve your posture, shorten your recovery time and finally reach the
peak physical condition you’ve always dreamed you were capable of.
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How can flexibility improve an athlete’s performance?
The key is to lengthen before you strengthen. You can have all
the athletic ability in the world but without flexibility you can’t
live up to your potential. Most athletes say that stretching just
isn’t important to their main goal. For example, hip extension for
a long distance runner may be viewed as a last priority. The point
is that it takes more energy to move stiff muscles than supple
ones. Therefore it takes more energy to attain your goal, even
if the main muscles aren’t the ones being used at the moment
they’re all connected. Ultimately it’s about energy conservation.
How does flexibility improve health as we age and stress
our bodies? Lack of use of our muscles, especially as we age and
become less active, causes them to shorten and tighten. This is
a natural response to outside stress (whether it’s gravity, emo-
tional distress or even weight gain). The uneven tightening of our
muscles pulls our joints in different directions putting pressure on
vital areas like our spine. Pressure on our spine impedes nerves
and the messages they’re trying to send to our organs. Using AIS
can help “reset” your muscles back to their natural elongated
state. Muscles have memory and once you train them to stretch
and stay elongated, they will be much more resilient to injury and
can recover more quickly.
Bill McDonald
Active Isolated StretchingBill McDonald is a practitioner of Active Isolated Stretching
(AIS), a method of flexibility used to isolate muscle groups as
well as maximize muscle oxygenation, relaxation, lymphatic cir-
culation, nutritional deliverance and tissue elongation. Over the
years McDonald says most of his clients are those who’ve already
been injured from lack of stretching. We spoke to him about the
importance of AIS and why prevention is so important.
Why is AIS different than the “stretch and hold” meth-
od most people know? The myotactic stretch reflex (the
protective mechanism in the muscle) engages in 1.5 seconds.
So the less you challenge your muscle the less time you waste
battling it, and the less trauma you cause with better results.
By doing 10 repetitions and holding each for only two seconds,
we theorize that you’ll achieve better results and see more of an
improvement in your performance. Overstretching can actually
cause more muscle pain and soreness after a workout, which
is a large reason why people end up not stretching — because
they aren’t seeing the results that AIS offers.
Bill McDonald demonstrates how AIS can be
used to stretch the hamstring
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Jamie Lynn Witts
Bikram YogaWe had a chance to sit down with Mardy Chen, owner of Bi-
kram Yoga Davenport, to see how hot yoga impacts flexibility.
Does the heat of Bikram Yoga have any facilitative effect on improving an individual’s flexibility? Absolutely! The
heated environment (105° F and 50 percent humidity) offers numer-
ous benefits, including protecting the muscles to allow for deeper
stretching. Practicing yoga in a cold environment has the potential
DanceWe recently had the opportunity to speak with Jaime Lynn
Witts, a professional dancer at Ballet Austin, to understand how
athletes incorporate flexibility into their training to enhance
performance and prevent long-term injury.
How does flexibility play a role in your dance routine? At
a very early age, ballet dancers learn the importance of stretch-
ing everyday. They see positive results as their range of motion
increases, their posture improves and as their legs lift higher.
There’s also a fine balance in ballet between strength and flex-
ibility. A dancer who is very strong may have shorter tighter
muscles, which makes it difficult to achieve extension in the
leg. In contrast, a dancer who is very flexible may have longer
muscles, but may not have the strength to maintain positions in
the air while jumping.
What are some common stretching techniques employed by dancers? Different muscle types stretch in different ways.
For instance, tight, short muscled dancer may do more passive
stretches where the muscle is fully elongated and gravity (or
one’s own body weight) aids in deepening the stretch. While the
longer-muscled dancers may do more resistance stretching. A
passive hamstring stretch would begin sitting on the floor with
legs out in front of the body. The hands then reach towards the
toes as the body bends forward in an effort to lengthen out along
Mardy Chen
to bring harm to your body. Yoga changes the construction of the
body from the inside out, from bones to skin and fingertips to toes.
The heat initially allows you to twist and stretch with less injury.
Eventually you learn to generate your own heat and come to rely on
it less for injury prevention than as a tool for enhancing flexibility
and deepening an awareness of your breath.
What kind of flexibility gains can the average individual expect from practicing Bikram Yoga? Most students I see have
never touched their toes or done a backward bend. With regular
practice, the students’ gains in flexibility are remarkable. These
improvements are unique to each individual and depend on his/
her amount of natural flexibility, fitness level and history of injury.
How is Bikram Yoga different from other types of yoga as far as its approach to improving flexibility? During the
90-minute practice, muscles are contracted and stretched at a
cellular, biochemical level. Lipids and proteins reorganize opti-
mally allowing for better circulation. Joint mobility and range of
motion is increased, strength is built by the use of gravity, while
muscles and joints are balanced. Practicing every day is like
everything else you do in your life that’s good for you.
the legs. The hamstring can also gain flexibility with the help
of a theraband in a resistance stretch. Start by lying on the floor
with one leg along the floor and the other leg towards the ceiling.
A theraband is wrapped around the foot and held in both hands.
The stretch is held for about 30 seconds with the hamstring
relaxed and 30 seconds with the hamstring contracted. The leg
is reaching to the floor as the theraband resists by pulling the
foot towards the nose.
A lot of dancers also cross-train with yoga and Pilates as a
way to both stretch and strengthen their bodies. In recent years
both of these forms of exercise have become much more popular
and classes are now found in gyms across the country. Hopefully
this means that more people will be adding flexibility training to
their workout routines to reap the many benefits of a limber body.
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Stephen C. Dunn
Gyrokinesis®
We recently spoke with Stephen C. Dunn of Core Therapy and
Pilates to find out more about this interesting technique.
What exactly is Gyrokinesis? Gyrokinesis is an exercise
system developed in the late 60s by Juliu Horvath, a Hungarian
ballet dancer whose career was ended after injuring his Achilles
tendon. He developed a system called “Yoga for Dancers,” which
eventually evolved into Gyrokinesis. These exercises incorporate
fluid movements found in swimming, yoga, gymnastics and T’ai
Chi, using specially designed Gyrotonic®
machines. The machine uses a pulley
system that allows full range
of motion as well
as constant and
even resistance
— incorporating
healthy move-
ments like arch-
ing, curling, side
bending and rota-
tion — to enhance
general flexibility
of the spine.
Yoga
Mehtab (Michael) Benton from Yoga Yoga says that yoga is a
complete holistic regimen for keeping the body well and strong,
flexibility being one of its key components.
What is Yoga? Yoga is the science of well-being that insures
health on all levels by restoring inner harmony and balance to the
physical body. Yoga uses exercises to relax and tone the muscles
and to massage the organs, breathing techniques to regulate the
body’s energy level, meditations to calm and center the mind, and
relaxation postures to eliminate stress. Yogis say the age of the
body is determined not by years lived, but by the flexibility of the
spine. Flexibility of the spine determines the health of the body
in terms of the nervous system and circulation as well as mobility.
Yoga is about building strength and stamina, which go hand-in-
hand with flexibility. If you overstretch, you can destabilize the
body and create injury. If have too much strength, you develop con-
tracted muscles that can become chronic, localized areas of pain.
What is the importance of flexibility in yoga as well as in our daily lives? Many regimens and sports activities can
be counter-productive to flexibility in the sense that they either
What are some exercises clients can do to achieve flex-ibility and maintain healthy mobility? Using props like a foam
roller and small massage balls can go a long way in improving
flexibility. Just lay on the foam roller allowing gravity to pull the
shoulders down — this is an excellent stretch after just 5 minutes.
Scapula flexibility exercises can also be done on the foam roller
by lying on it and grasping hands together, while lifting arms
overhead and back towards the floor. These are great for anyone
sitting in front of PC at work. The foam roller and massage balls
can also be used to perform self-myofascial release by using your
own body weight and specific movements to release tightness.
Simple home programs can go a long way to improving flexibility
or improving tolerance to traditional stretching exercises.
elongate or contract the muscles (as you see in running or weight
training). Yoga addresses the muscle’s full range of movement
so that elongation and contraction are balanced. It’s important
to realize that yoga is not the typical warm up stretches that
you may see athletes do before a match or run. If you’re not in
alignment, you’re actually causing more harm and doing yourself
a disservice. The stretching used in yoga not only works toward
flexibility but also brings us energy, circulation, restoration of
the nervous system and proper flushing of the lymphatic system.
Stephen’s wife Cheryl demonstrates one of the stretches
possible on the Gyrokinesis expansion system
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FIT
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4 Steps to a Bikini BodyTHIS IS THE TIME OF YEAR when it
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two choices: embrace your shape — love handles and all — or
take some time to prepare for the swimsuit season. We recently
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Penguins Place a stretchband under your the arches of your feet, keeping your feet hip-width apart. Try to keep your upper body still, with the handles at your hips, feet flexed. Alternate leg lifts using your outer thigh muscles (hip abductors).
Walking Lunges & Shoulder Press Alternate right and left lunges making sure your front knee does not go over your toe. With your elbows at shoulder-height, make a 90 angle from wrist to shoulder. Lunge forward pressing dumbbells over your head.
Forearm Plank Place your forearms on top of the ball, keep-ing your chest over your elbows. Engage your core muscles maintaining a straight line from your head to your toes, legs fully extended. For added intensity, alternate leg lifts.
Supine Bridge with a Dumbbell Chest Fly Keeping your head, neck and shoulders resting on top of a ball, walk your legs out. Engaging your core muscles, glutes and hamstrings, keep your hips high. Perform chest flys, arms slightly bent.
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////// FOOT FUNDAMENTALS \\\\\\ Pronation Referring to the natural movement of a runner’s foot — when the heel absorbs the
shock of the ground upon impact, the arch flattens and the ankle tips enough to assist in balanc-
ing a jogger’s gait.
Overpronation When the foot rolls inward so much that it pulls on the muscles of the lower
leg, causing undue stress to the knees and ankles. Overpronators often have flatter feet than the
average person and wear out the inner soles of their shoes more quickly.
Supination/Underpronation This occurs when the ankle tips out towards the edges
of the feet, putting the joint in danger and potentially damaging the shins and supportive ligaments.
Classic signs of supination include high arches
and shoes worn along the outer edges.
How do I fi nd out if I over-pronate or supinate? It’s pretty
easy to determine whether you’re a prona-
tor or a supinator — start by looking at your
shoes. A pronator tends to have flat feet and
outer soles that wear down along the inside of
the ball of the foot. The supinator’s outer soles
wear down along the outer edge and their feet
tend to have high arches. Shoes are designed
with features to control these problems.
TRENDS
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The 300 Sparta Workout
Photo Courtesy of Warner Brothers Entertainment
IF YOU’VE SEEN THE MOVIE “300” or simply
caught a glimpse of the preview, then you’re probably still reel-
ing from the chiseled physiques abundantly displayed on screen.
Transforming flabby actors into hard-bodied machines is no
small feat, particularly when time is not a luxury — most of the
actors in “300” were literally working with a spartan amount
time to get buff (only about 10 weeks). So, what was required
was CrossFit training, a specialized brand of functional fitness
that focuses on intensity and muscular exhaustion, incorpo-
rating gymnastics, metabolic training, running, jumping and
throwing. The goal was to push the actors to their mental and
physical limits, help them bond as a unit and re-construct their
bodies so they looked warrior-tough. At the end of the training,
each completed what is now famously called “The 300 Workout,”
aptly named for the total number of repetitions required to fin-
ish it (see sidebar). Just thinking about this kind of routine will
probably make your palms sweat, but rest assured there are some
who’ve completed it, including students of CrossFit Central here
in Austin. Do you think you have what it takes to be a Spartan?
What is my foot type?THE WET FOOT TEST
Overpronationnegative angle
Neutralzero angle
Supinationpositive angle
Wet your feet and then step onto a flat
surface that registers a footprint. Reference
the guide below to find the best fit for you.
Flat Feet (overpronation)Best Fit: Motion-control shoes
with firm midsoles and control
features that reduce the degree
of pronation. Stay away from
highly cushioned, curvy shoes
that lack stability and control.
Normal (neutral) Best Fit:
Shoes with moderate control like
a double-density midsole.
High Arched (supination)Best Fit: Cushioned shoes with
plenty of flexibility to encourage
foot motion. Stay away from
motion-control or stability shoes
that reduce foot mobility.
THE “300” WORKOUT25 pull-ups
50 deadlifts at 135 pounds
50 push-ups
50 box jumps with a 24-inch box
50 “floor wipers” (a core and shoulders exercise at 135 pounds)
50 “clean and press” at 36 pounds (a weight-lifting exercise)
25 more pull-ups
The entire workout equals 300 repetitions and is done for time.
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DIE
T DIETGRAM
Whether it’s sunshine-inspired euphoria or the desire to look good in skimpier clothing, warm weather mo-
tivates people to make drastic changes. In the hope of shaping up fast, dietary advice that normally goes
unheeded can be seized upon with gusto, but beware that too much of a good thing hinders rather than helps.
GOING OVERBOARD
WATER Warm days and cold drinks are a match made in heaven, but is there such a
thing as consuming too many fluids? “Water intoxication” likely befalls serious athletes and it’s
not exactly uncommon. After a marathon or a long bicycle race, someone who starts chugging
liquids runs a risk of developing hyponatremia, a condition whose symptoms mirror dehydration
— nausea, fatigue and confusion. Too much water entering the body can cause cells to swell,
which puts pressure on the brain and nervous system. An electrolyte imbalance can be avoided
by not exceeding your personal hydration needs — typically about 8 to 16 ounces per hour
during intense exercise. Also, anyone who’s sweating it up outdoors would be wise to replenish
their salt and potassium losses along with their thirst.
VITAMIN C Because it’s associated with lemonade stands and thirst-quenching
smoothies, vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that sounds especially appealing as tempera-
tures rise. A love for citrus probably won’t lead you astray, but overzealous vitamin poppers
should beware that too much vitamin C (2,000 milligrams or more) can cause nausea, cramps,
headaches and diarrhea, and taking high amounts on a regular basis can actually lead to cell
damage or a dependency. Suddenly stopping a C habit could provoke bleeding gums and skin
problems, so stick to the RDA guidelines of 75 to 90 milligrams per day for adults.
PROTEIN High-protein diets have worked their magic, at least temporarily, for millions
of people, but it’s best to be aware of how much is too much. Receiving more than 30 percent
of your daily calories from protein by filling your plate with meats, nuts and dairy products or
by taking a supplement might not leave room for beneficial fruits and veggies, and it could also
spell trouble for the organs. Digesting these foods can put stress on the kidneys in particular,
especially as we get older. Also, high amounts of protein moving through the body encourage
the excretion of calcium, making it harder to fight against bone loss and osteoporosis. Finally,
on a less serious but embarrassing note, many Atkins lovers experience bad breath. The aver-
age American diet contains plenty of the building blocks needed to meet basic needs, so most
of us needn’t worry about making protein a priority.
VITAMIN E A few years ago we were told that vitamin E may prevent coronary heart
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REVIEWD
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EARTHLY DELIGHTSAustin Farmers’ Market
Over the years a number of vendors from smaller markets have made
the leap to the downtown scene, choosing a higher traffic area to
sell their fruits, vegetables and home-grown products. Despite the
cosmopolitan backdrop and bigger crowds, a commitment to organ-
ics and sustainability has been maintained, with all goods originating
within 150 miles having been inspected to ensure their authenticity. In
addition to standard produce like tomatoes and strawberries, expect to
find honey, hibiscus tea, grass-fed lamb and tamales as you make your
way through the 40 to 75 booths, depending on the season. Musical
entertainment and ready-to-eat snacks from local establishments add
the finishing touches to what could easily become a weekly outing for
urbanites looking to rediscover their earthy roots. 4th and Guadalupe
at Republic Square Park | Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wed. 8:30 a.m.
to 1 p.m. open year-round | AustinFarmersMarket.org
Sunset Valley Farmers MarketLocal yet exotic goods offered in a setting that bursts with energy, the
Sunset Valley Farmers Market at times feels more like a social event
than a shopping trip. The musical talents of Jimmy Joe, a clown for
the kids, a local author/goat cheese maker and the finest asparagus,
sweet potatoes and emu oil available in the city are just a few of the
highlights, which also include enough free samples to equal a meal.
Between 80 and 100 vendors make up this vibrant and impressive
marketplace that sticks to natural ingredients, prohibits reselling of
any kind and encourages high quality at low prices. Salila Travers, the
on-site director, expressed a dedication to depth and diversity as well
as helping Austin-area cultivators, artisans and charities. Real farmers,
special events and healthy edibles are all on display here, so expect
to leave with a bag full of humble delicacies as well as the intention to
soon return. 2300 Jones Road at the Tony Burger Center | Sat. 9
a.m. to 1 p.m., open year-round | SunsetValleyFarmersMarket.org
South Austin Farmers Market Small but satisfying, this close-knit operation has been bringing the
fruits of the earth to South Congress every Saturday since 1990. A re-
cent morning consisted of an unassuming trio of vendors, and the veg-
etables on display were hearty, delicious-looking and clearly gathered
from their place of origin just a few hours before. Complementing the
intimate setting, the mood in the parking lot of El Gallo was character-
ized by friendship and familiarity; people chatted about baseball and the
events of the week as they purchased cabbage and loaves of zucchini
bread. Patrick Pellerin, president of the South Congress Farmers Market
and one of the three growers in attendance, describes the operation as
“a friendship between hard-working farmers and our laid-back Austin
neighborhood.” Mentioning that he enjoys the camaraderie that goes
along with trucking his goods in from Marion, Texas, he sells them to
the same people every week, and then has lunch with his fellow farmers
afterwards at the restaurant next door. One customer emphasized that
she loves supporting the local growing scene, but ultimately it’s the high
quality produce that keeps her coming back. 2910 S. Congress Ave.
across from St. Edwards University | Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., open
year-round | AustinFarm.org/safm
Boggy Creek FarmAt Boggy Creek Farm, the fruits and vegetables travel a few feet from
the ground to the display tables, meaning that what was still on the stalk
this morning could be on your plate by dinnertime. Carol Ann Sayle,
owner of this farm-within-the-city, attracts 300 people per day to her
efficient food stand, which also brings in tofu, bread, chocolate, meat
and goat cheese from a few local sources. You can literally watch Sayles
and coworkers bring the goodies in from the fields (including carrots,
squash, eggplant, melons and okra), and she recommends arriving early
for the best selection. Once the heat of the day sets in, the harvesting
stops, but Boggy Creek specialties are available until closing time. 3414
Lyons Rd. | Sat. and Wed. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | BoggyCreekFarm.com
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RECIPE
INGREDIENTS COST1 cup whole wheat flour $.45
1/4 cup Smart Balanceä spread .31
1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional) .32
1 tablespoon brown sugar .06
2 tablespoons water .00
5 bananas . 98
2 cups of low fat vanilla pudding 1.67
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INSTRUCTIONS
Cut the first five ingredients together with a pastry blender to form even crumbles about the size of lentils. Pat the mixture into a 9–inch pie plate. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 350° F for 10 minutes. Let cool before filling.
Slice five bananas and fold the slices into two cups of vanilla pudding (prepared according to package directions using non-fat milk). Fill the baked crust and chill for several hours before serving.
This crust can be used with any no bake filling or filled and baked again. For quiche or entrée fillings, omit the brown sugar.
Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition FactsPer Serving (1 Slice)
Calories 292
Carbohydrate 49g
Fat 9g
Protein 8g
Fiber 5g
Sodium 219mg
by Alexa Sparkman, M.A., R.D., L.D.
By Amy Bauer
Even though Austin is a city of serious racers, runners, hikers and bikers, there are bound
to be a few left feet and flat tires along the way. For those road runners and trailblazers that
thrive on competition, but enjoy coloring outside the finish line, the Subaru Urban Assault
offers the best of all worlds. Known for its zany obstacles (imagine big wheel races and
water gun warfare) this is not your typical organized competition. Picture “The
Amazing Race,” minus the frequent flier miles…or reality television celebri-
ties Rob and Amber. What started as a small race with about 120 partici-
pants just four years ago has tripled in size and grown to be the biggest
competitive cycling event in the state of Texas. This exciting sum-
mer event, now taking place all over the country, was actually
originated here in Austin by race director Josh Kravetz.
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“It’s been a pretty crazy journey — one filled with many big
wheels and lots of beer,” says Kravetz. With a background in
competitive bike racing coupled with an affinity for fun, Kravetz
wanted to create something that would appeal to bikers on all
levels — not just the cycle savvy crew that knows how to “clip-in.”
“Coming from a competitive cycling background, I created this
race to be a change of pace from the mountain and road racing
scene,” he explains. “I originally envisioned the race as a fun outlet
for competitive racers like me. It turns out that very few ‘hardcore’
racers actually came out to participate. So, the challenge has been
shifting the race to be primarily fun-focused.”
All along the Urban Assault Race has been a combination of
adventure race, scavenger hunt and bike competition. Participants
choose their own course from a list of designated city-wide check-
points and teams must complete an obstacle at each checkpoint
on the site, undergoing a variety of physical and mental challenges
including stunts such as face painting, fun with plungers and even
karaoke. Often there are themes for the obstacle associated with
the checkpoint location. “We work with pretty much the cool-
est businesses in Austin which serve as checkpoints in the race.
Some of our partners like Jack and Adams, the Rowing Dock and
Ozone get really into
it. For many of them
it’s their biggest event of
the year!” This year other race
partners, which double as checkpoint
stops, are Bicycle Sport Shop, Pure Austin and Jo’s Coffee. In
addition to the designated checkpoints, adult teams will have
to reach three additional landmark checkpoints which do not
have obstacles. Teams are provided with clues, riddles and hints
to help them find the landmark checkpoints, and can use any
means necessary to find the next landmark checkpoint, including
calling a friend or even using the Internet.
The race is formatted for two person teams, creating both
a challenge to function as a duo, and to stick together at all
times. Stephanie Kuehl, a three time competitor, calls the race
an “adventure date.” According to Kuehl, “these races serve as
unique memories of awesome times with my husband, my closest
friend.” “My husband is a competitive cyclist, and had he not
been supporting me as a team, he could have challenged himself
to complete the race at a much faster speed.”
Being that the concept is less about strength and endurance
and more about fun, the race appeals to all ages and skill lev-
els, which prompted its most recent addition — the family
division. Still reserved for two-person teams, kids ages
““IItt’’s been a pretty crazy s been a pretty crazy journey one fil led with many big journey one fil led with many big
wheels and lots of beer,”wheels and lots of beer,”— Josh Kravetz
SPORT | SUBARU URBAN ASSAULT RACE | 27
7 to 12 can now com-
pete in the race with
a parent or guardian.
This addition is meant
to encourage parents
to get active with their
children as well as instigate
a love of cycling for the next
generation of peddlers. The family
teams will ride a total of 15 to 20 miles
during the race, and the male, female and co-ed
teams ride a total distance of 25 to 35 miles.
All teams are asked to come prepared
with a bike, helmet, cell phone, water
bottles, bike repair kit and most importantly,
a plan of action. Sol Frost, whose team
placed second in last year’s co-ed division,
feels that mental preparation is the best form
of training for this adventure race. “The biggest
advantage isn’t my background in cycling,” says Frost.
“The best thing you can do to put in a good time is research the
course and plot out a route with a few good back-up plans in
the event of checkpoint overload.” Frost warns that hitting the
closest checkpoint to the start of the race is typically not a good
idea because many of the teams will be rushing over to the same
checkpoint. Not only are teams able to view the checkpoints
online prior to the race and map out an advanced plan of action,
but they can also take a “bonus quiz” upon
registering. Teams with the best scores
start the race first and are allowed the
possibility of a 10-minute time bonus
based on the team’s score.
With a variety of giveaways on the line such as Limited Edition
Fat Tire Cruisers, as well as Urban Assault Race gear, gift certifi-
cates and raffle prizes, participants have been known to bend the
race rules from time to time. Though it’s all in a day’s fun, teams
naturally are disqualified for cheating or riding on the off-limit
roads. And as much as Kravetz wants the race to be enjoyable,
his focus is on safety of the race participants. “As in all races, it’s
safety first. We always tell people that although we have some
sweet prizes on the line, you won’t be able to enjoy them if you’re
dead, so play safe out there.”
The Subaru Urban Assault Race thrives on community involve-
ment and support. With sponsors such as Rio Grande Mexican
Restaurant, technology company Pinger and of course, Subaru of
America, the race is supported by proponents of healthy and eco-
friendly living. “When we look for race partners we only work with
companies that support an active, healthy lifestyle,” says Kravetz.
“Subaru makes the most fuel-efficient all wheel drive cars in the
world, New Belgium Brewing is a poster child of ecological sustain-
ability (and great beer) and Gary Fisher Bikes makes the most en-
ergy efficient means of transportation available. We bring in sponsors
who do things ‘right’ so that hopefully our racers will do the same.”
The race has migrated onto other cities such as Dallas, Boul-
der, Denver, Madison, San Diego and Los Angeles, but Austin is
the ideal alma mater. “In a city that tries to ‘Keep Austin Weird,’
the Subaru Urban Assault Race fits right in,” Kravetz proudly
explains. “It’s cool that Austin has a good amount of trails and
bike lanes right through the heart of the city. When we look at a
new city for the race, we use Austin as the model: medium size,
college town, open-minded and of course, athletic.”
This year’s race will take place on Sunday, June 24. For more
information or to register, visit UrbanAssaultRace.com
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30 | AUSTIN FIT MAGAZINE | MAY 2007
Wakeskating Though similar to wakeboarding in many
respects, wakeskating is a monster all its own. Instead of binding one’s
feet to the board, wakeskaters stand on top while wearing shoes that
grip the skateboard-like surface. Wakeskating has gathered steam
because it doesn’t require the same expensive boats that wakeboard-
ing does; in fact, it can even be done behind a jet ski. Learning to
stand up and wakeskate is a tricky business, so some people choose
to start directly from a dock. Crashing is an inevitable side effect of
this technically difficult activity, but judging from its building popularity
and untouchable coolness factor, wakeskating is here to stay.
Speedily skimming over a boat’s wake will never grow old, but that’s no reason to employ the same
tired methods of yesteryear. Here are the latest ways to find thrills on the lake this spring and summer.
Wakeboarding A fusion of water skiing, snowboard-
ing and surfing, wakeboarding is a freestyle sport allowing athletes
to be innovative as well as daring. Boarders are towed behind a
specialized boat while standing atop a concave implement — unlike
a snowboard, which is convex. This shape encourages graceful
lifts and soft landings as well as an array of tricks that include flips,
rolls, grabs and spins. Individuals who choose smaller boards can
be quicker and more aggressive, while those out for a smoother
ride should select a larger plank to stand on. Wakeboarding doesn’t
require breakneck speed to pull off, making it an exciting but
approachable sport for adventurous beginners.
Skurfing Just because the waves on Lake Travis are far from
tubular doesn’t mean that surfboards are off limits. The up and coming
sport of skurfing requires a boat, a rope and a board, and even though
it’s most popular in exotic places like Western Australia, it can be recre-
ated in our own backyard. As pioneers out on the water, skurfers are
free to be creative as they take their turns riding the wake. Two distinct
approaches have emerged: noseriding — which employs the use of a
longboard — and a style more reliant on turning and cutting. A profes-
sional skurfing movement has yet to arise, but don’t be surprised to see
this young sport catching on as more people discover the joy of hitting
the surf in not-so-obvious places.
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2007 Swimsuit Issue
photography by Todd V. Wolfson
infinitymodels Natalie Doss & Kristin Lashure
Endless days of summer fi lled with
sexy swimwear from Austin’s
fi nest boutiques
Left: Natalie wears Smoothies Pink 2-Piece by Body Glove ($80) from The Sun Salon. Above: Natalie wears Black
Halter Swimsuit by Eres ($365) from Just Add Water, Kristin wears Punta Rosa Boxcut by Greg Parry ($48) from
Tapelenders and White Shirt by Penguin ($79) from Service Menswear.
STYLE | 2007 SWIMSUIT ISSUE | 33
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Left: Natalie wears White Ruffle Suit by Bare Assets ($65) and Coverup Top by Ambiance Apparel ($21) from The
Sun Salon. Above (left): Natalie wears Blue String Bikini by Jelly’s ($45) from The Sun Salon, Kristin wears 2-inch
Racer by Greg Parry ($34) from Tapelenders. Above (right): Natalie wears Slam Halter and Tie Retro Suit by Guess
($88) from Just Add Water. Kristin wears Navy Trunk by Parke & Ronen ($65) from Crown.
STYLE | 2007 SWIMSUIT ISSUE | 35
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Left: Kristin wears Palm Trees Trunk by Parke & Ronen from Crown ($65). Natalie wears Fiesta 2-Piece by Bare
Assets ($65) and Spice Market 2-Piece by Bare Assets ($65) from The Sun Salon. Above: Natalie wears Snake Print
Caroline Suit by Melissa Odabash from Just Add Water ($168). Kristin wears Camo Boxcut by Pistol Pete from
Tapelenders ($45), Green Trunk by Gant ($75) and White Shirt by Penguin ($79) from Service Menswear.
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LUIS ZAPATA, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
of this long-running celebration, is excited that the spring
installment of what he calls “a reflection of all that is good
about Austin” will be receiving a jump start thanks to two
major innovations and a few smaller ones. The addition of
a film festival, to be called the Pecan Street Power Flicker,
will allow attendees to glimpse short films and video clips
directed by locals. Shown on a continuous loop in the Trinity
Room at the Old Pecan Street Café, admission is free and the
entertainment can be enjoyed while dining.
The other big news is of historical significance, as it aims
to prevent the most compelling Texas-themed stories from
ever being lost. The Mobile Film Project will record the tales of
our grandparents, parents and anyone else with a good yarn.
Just submit them to the Texas Historical Society and they may
appear on a DVD that can be taken home immediately.
Other surprises this year include the musical contribu-
tions of Bob Schneider and Sarah Hickman, healthier food
court options, (Zapata hopes to move away from being a
“cholesterol fest”) and an electric guitar raffl e that will ben-
efit American Youthworks.
Not everything from years gone by will be kicked to the
curb; the element of creativity that anchors the festival will
continue to be a strong force, as more than 300 art, jewelry
Old Pecan Street Festival
and metalworking vendors bring their wares downtown. The
South Austin Soap People, painter Rusty Speck, potter Mike
Grafa and photographer Lori Honeycutt are a few familiar
artisan superstars that will be appearing, and the presence of
La Pena and Smadar Livne Art Studios will bring their local-
yet-worldly flavors to the mix as well. Also keeping tradition
alive in its own new and inventive way, the Azatlan Dance
Company is back this spring for two days of cultural pro-
gramming. This highly original troupe blends the traditional
cultures of the Southwest and Mexico with contemporary
dance in order to create a one of a kind performance experi-
ence. Even though they’ve been around for more than 30
years, the Azatlan dancers have never made a stale or repeti-
tive showing, meaning that they’ll effortlessly complement
this year’s theme of originality and renewal.
Already looking ahead to the fall, Zapata hopes to better
represent Austin’s love for fitness and to further emphasize
the diversity of the community. He says that all ideas and sug-
gestions from the public are welcome — even though Pecan
Street is an established Austin happening, the idea of it being
“old” has gotten pretty tired.
The festival runs Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
and Sunday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more informa-
tion, visit OldPecanStreetFestival.com.
photo by Cynthia LuxAzatlan Dance Company
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PANDA BEAR >> Person Pitch >> Paw Tracks
You have to admit it, Nick Cave’s most recent output with the Bad Seeds has been a little boring. It’s easy to
forget that Cave can get beastly. Grinderman finds Cave stripped to his Birthday suit, combining the dirge
rock of his seminal outfit with Velvet Underground drones and Stooge-like gut-punches. He hasn’t forgotten
his craft. The song-writing is still tight, dirty blues spiked with trademark gallows humor, only with less rigor.
Nice isn’t quite the word for it, but it’s still good to hear him break the piano hinges and get a little dirty.
It still might be spring, but this sum-mer’s playlist has already arrived.
KAVINSKY >> 1986 EP >> Record Makers
As musical bios go, Kavinky’s is hard to trump. Killed in a car accident in 1986, Kavinsky reawakened 20
years later as a zombie, his Testarossa still revving. If the conceit’s a little goofy, it doesn’t matter. 1986
swallows all the novelty in its adrenaline rush. It’s five electronic soundscapes are turbocharged Italo,
fueled with 80s adolescent cool — wayfarers, red Ferraris and basic-cable slasher films. You don’t have to
drive over 55 to enjoy it...but it will be way hard to resist.
In an indie music world that almost defines itself by isolation, Person Pitch comes as a bit of a revelation. Noah
Lennox’s third solo outing as Panda Bear glimmers with the joy of the communal. It’s then odd to consider the
elements are culled from the loneliness of studio craft. Surf harmonies, dub and minimal house eddy around
oddly-affecting pop, joined at times by tribal drums and industrial clanks…impossibly distilling multitudes in
an album. It’s music that takes a Trappist devotion to make. But few albums leave you so eager to share.
GRINDERMAN (featuring Nick Cave) >> Merok >> Anti-
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RUNS, RIDES & TRISMAY 5 | Strides for Change This scenic 5K walk, hosted by Mothers Against Drunk Driving
(MADD), will help raise money to provide support for victims of drunk driving. Participation is free
and the event features entertainment, a health and safety fair, as well as kids’ games. 9:30 a.m. | Old
Settler’s Park, Round Rock | 445.4976 | stridesforchange.com
MAY 5 | ASH Dash The 5K course is a mostly f lat, fast, double-loop course all on Austin State
Hospital grounds, decorated by beautiful oak trees and rose bushes. Proceeds benefit Austin State
Hospital children and adults with mental illness. 8 a.m. | 4110 Guadalupe | signmeup.com
MAY 5 | Shoes for Austin 5K Shoes for Austin is a non-profit organization that provides ath-
letic shoes and socks to deserving children and families in the Austin. This will be the 7th Annual 5K
and Kids 1K. 8 a.m. | La Frontera Shopping Center | shoesforaustin.org
MAY 5 | Shiner Gasp Tune up your bikes and get ready for
one of the most unique cycling events in Texas! Join thousands
of cyclists as they depart from Austin and ride 90 miles through
small towns and scenic byways to the historic Spoetzl Brewery in
Shiner, Texas 7 a.m. | shinergasp.com
MAY 6 | Rogue Trail Series: The Maze 10K/30K Walnut Creek offers you the opportunity to beat “The Maze.”
The course winds through a challenging mess of trees, crosses a
few creeks, climbs a few hills, but mostly follows a well-worn and very confusing labyrinth of trails.
If you’ve never been to Walnut Creek, be sure to bring a map, some food and plenty of water. 7 a.m.
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MAY 6 | The Money Box Cap 2K A downhill, straightaway, swimming race in Town Lake
through the heart of downtown Austin from Red Bud Isle to the Texas Rowing Center, this event
benefits Austin treasure Deep Eddy Pool. No fins, snorkels or any other artificial aids will be permit-
ted. 10 a.m. | 327.2260 | cap2k.com
MAY 12 | March of Dimes WalkAmerica One of the largest walking events both locally and
nationally, WalkAmerica 5K generates thousands of dollars to support the March of Dimes campaign
for healthier babies. 10:30 a.m. | Auditorium Shores | walkamerica.org
MAY 12 | Chuy’s Hot to Trot 5K and Kids K Benefiting Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas, this is the 24th annual event
for Chuy’s. A T-shirt is included in the price of registration. 8 a.m.
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MAY 13 | Austin Runner’s Club Daisy 5K Runners and
walkers of all ages will be invited to join in the fun of this friendly
5K event. The course provides a great opportunity for first-timers
and experienced athletes alike to experience a historic race with
their families in an exciting new location. 8 a.m. | Travis County
Expo Center | 732.0980 | daisy.austinrunners.org
MAY 19 | Congress Avenue Mile Be part of an Austin tradition. This course is certified and
fast, starting at the Texas State Capitol Building in downtown Austin and finishing on the Congress
Avenue Bridge over Town Lake. 9 a.m. | Congress Avenue | congressavenuemile.com
MAY 19 | Austin Arthritis Walk A signature event of the Arthritis Foundation celebrating
those battling arthritis, this walk simultaneously raises money and awareness to prevent, control and
cure arthritis. 9 a.m. | Westlake High School | austinarthritiswalk.kintera.org
MAY 28 | Capital of Texas Triathlon With several distance options, this annual event gives a
scenic view of downtown Austin on bike, foot and in water. 7 a.m. | Auditorium Shores | captextri.com
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I walk down the hallway and see an array of differ-ent styles. A girl bumps my shoulder and I look back, she’s running through the hallway in a loose black shirt and baggy jeans. Complimenting her shirt are skull earrings (in more than just her ears) and metal chains hanging everywhere. I sigh to myself and wonder how her pants are staying up. I quickly dismiss the experience and continue walking.
Not long after I see a girl walking by with a ruffled skirt that is definitely above her knees, along with a tight-fitting T-shirt and flip-flops. Once I reach my class I sit down and watch the people come in. I see kids with dreads, sun-glasses, Mohawks, ski hats and one with a cape. I begin to wonder if people watch me, and immediately begin to evaluate my clothes. Nothing special: jeans, a T-shirt, a knit sweater, sneakers, my locket and silver hoops. I look average. And that’s just what I wanted.
I love to feel like an individual and to be different but I don’t like to be judged. I want to blend into the crowd and later, when I’m with people I know and trust, I love to
stand out! When I was in elementary
school no one cared how they looked, but now with teenagers, they judge you. When you first ar-rive, your self-esteem goes in the toilet and you forget happiness. After awhile you learn how to impress or at least get by.
This is the best thing you can learn.
Youth InterACTIVE is an Austin-based non-profit organization dedicated to getting youth ACTIVE: physical-ly active, active in the arts through technology and active in their communities through volunteering. Youth InterACTIVE (YI) provides Texas’ only state-sponsored health- and fitness-based after school programs.
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Recommended Event: Memorial Madness Kids Triathlon | May 27 | teamats.com
Join Team Austin Tri Sports and Well Branch MUD for the First Annual Memorial Madness Kids Triathlon!
For youth ages 6 to 15! The event starts at 8 a.m. at Wells Branch MUD, 3100 Shoreline Drive in Austin.
Distances: ages 6 to 9 — 100-meter swim, 2-mile bike, 1K run
ages 10 to 12 — 200-meter swim, 4-mile bike, 2K run
ages 13 to 15 — 400-meter swim, 6-mile bike, 3K run
Purpose: There’s a change in the air. A revolution is brewing. We will no longer sit passively by and listen to the
accusations of apathetic laziness. We are a voice to be reckoned with. We demand the attention and respect we
deserve. We are the youth of this nation. We are the future. We are GENERATION ACTIVE! These are our stories.
Loosing Your PencilsLoosing Your PencilsLoosing Your PencilsI learned so much this year, and if I told you it all we would be here all year. And while I don’t have time to waste the rest of my first middle school year chit-chatting about the drama of sixth grade, I do have the time to tell you about the most important things I learned this year. Not just random things — like how Ginny is a gossiping devil or that heels and P.E. don’t mix — instead I’m going to talk about friends and how to get past second period without losing your pencils!
Friends are people who you laugh and cry with, not those you just talk to once and awhile and then help cheat on a test. No, I mean the real people are those who put you first, and those people are hard to find in a new school. How I managed I have no idea, for I’m not the type of person who attracts people normally!
Since I don’t know how to explain how to make friends, I can tell you how to be on time. And having this skill will take you far, or at least stay on the good side of your boss and teachers. The first thing you need to do is avoid being a procrastinator. I know some people are just born with the “procras-tination bloodstream,” but don’t let the little setbacks get in your way. For this is school and if we don’t get around our obstacles how will we ever win the obstacle race of life? Besides not procrastinating, you have to actually do the work and be interested in getting things done and on time.
And before I forget, there’s the topic of not losing your pencil. Of course I don’t mean this literally, but more as a metaphor, like keeping track of projects on your schedule. I really learned that you have to have a place for everything and everything should have a place, and that place doesn’t have to be your pocket. For example, there should be a color-coated folder (the prettier the better) and each class should belong in a section. I also learned the hard way that if your folder keeps ripping, then get a new system.
Overall I learned how to be organized and that true friends will see you through the blue. And I almost forgot — another thing I learned was that if you keep your pencil in your pocket, you could make it through middle school!
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