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January/February 2013
Making a Difference:
16-YEAR OLD KENDYL FLOYD
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CONTENTS
January/February 2013
FITNESS 6 Summit Athletic Club: More than a Gym, a Lifestyle 8 SunRiver Golf Course: Falling in love with the Southwest 10 How to Be Smart About Your New Years Resolutions 11 Student-Athlete Profile: Tysen Kirby, Professional Skimboarder NUTRITION 12 Food is Medicine 15 Gs Pacho Recipe RESTAURANT PROFILE 14 Restaurant Journeys: The Gun Barrel Steak & Gamehouse HEALTH 16 Hear for the Holidays Contest Winners 17 The Risks of Untreated Sleep Apnea 18 Chiropractic in the 21st Century Lasers Included! 19 Intermountain Sports Performance Training MIND/BODY 21 Balance, the Yoga Way 22 A New Years Resolution
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FAMILY WELLNESS 23 What Makes A Real Leader? 25 Noteworthy: A Mothers Perspective 26 Making a Difference in St. George:
16-year old Kendyl Floyd
DEPARTMENTS 5 Letter from the Editor 27 Calendar of Events 28 Featured Directory 29 Hike/Bike Trail Review: Barrel Roll Trail 30 Racing Events
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Meet Our
Staff
W. Jared DuPree, PhD, MBA
Editor/Author Finding life balance leads to more lasting fulfillment as we emphasize the more important facets of life. ~ Jared Jared earned a PhD in Human Ecology with an emphasis in research, wellness, and relationships from Kansas State Univerisity. He also earned an International MBA from the University of South Carolina with an emphasis in consulting and entrepreneurship. Author, Fitness Section I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence but it comes Author, Nutrition Section from within. It is there all the time. ~ favorite quote by Anne Freud I have a passion for nutrition. It is amazing to see someone As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and transform themselves physically and Group Fitness Instructor, Tiffany helps emotionally through food. I truly believe clients from all over the world achieve their that eating real food will not just lead to a goals to become healthier by motivating healthier lifestyle but also a more fulfilling and encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle. one. ~ Emily Specializing in Kickboxing, Power Pump, Emily is a Registered Dietitian and received Water Aerobics, and Spinning, Tiffany has been in the industry for over 20 years. her degree at Brigham Young University. She is a member of the Academy of Chad Olson, Nutrition and Dietetics and belongs to the practice groups of Integrated/Functional MS, LMFT Nutrition, Weight Management and Sports, Author, Family Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition. Wellness Section
producer and trained For information on advertising or audio engineer in the Southern Utah area. other inquiries, visit our website at He manages sound editing for our video www.saintgeorgewellness.com, productions and provides artistic direction to our email stgeorgewellnessmagazine@gmail.com magazine team. burgundykro@gmail.com or call us at 435-319-0273.
Relationships can be the most satisfying and joyous experiences that anyone can have during this life it is worth Author, the effort! ~ Chad Mind/Body Section Chad Olson is a licensed marriage and After all - when you family therapist in the state of Utah. He change your focus, you change your life. obtained his bachelors degree in Marriage, ~ Jennifer Family and Human Development. He Jennifer Morton is the founder of Life Ethic, graduated from Brigham Young University Inc., who was motivated to help others create as the valedictorian of his class. He continued his education at BYU by earning a Masters in balance in their personal and professional Marriage and Family Therapy. lives through life coaching and consulting. Prior to starting her own company, Jennifer Myke Bush spent twelve years consulting for companies Photographer/ focusing on Customer Relationship Management, Leadership Development, and Video Editor Process Improvements. Mykals Photography specializes in lifestyle, Keith R. Owen landscape and architectural photography in southern Utah. Producer/ He manages photo shoots and provides Sound Engineer artistic direction to our magazine team. Keith of Burgundy KRO info@mykalsphotography.com Productions is a music
The publisher is not responsible for the accuracy of the articles in St. George Health & Wellness Magazine. The information contained within has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Neither the publisher nor any other party assumes liability for loss or damage as a result of reliance on this material. Appropriate professional advice should be sought before making decisions. Copyright 2013.
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Summit Athletic Club is not just a gym, and it is not just a recreation center. Summit Athletic Club is Southern Utahs only full-service indoor/outdoor private health club. At Summit we strive to be your LIFESTYLE RESORT! What does that mean? It means that at Summit you will have access to all the tools you need to develop a LIFESTYLE FOR A LIFETIME! Whether youre looking to relax in a spa, sauna or massage; trying to get in shape with cardio machines, strength equipment or free weights; learn a sport like tennis, swimming, triathlon, basketball, volleyball, running, or New at Summit! biking; looking to lose a few pounds on our exclusive 30 i Smoothie Bar & Snacks minute weight loss circuit; or looking to increase your fitness motivation though group fitness classes; SUMMIT HAS A i Childrens Pre-school i Certified CrossFit Location FITNESS SOLUTION FOR YOU! Unlike a gym or recreation center, Summit strives to offer i Health Seminars fitness solutions. We work hard to help you have a complete healthy lifestyle. Being a private club we can ensure you have a comfortable, worry free environment to be in with knowledgeable and professional staff always ready to help. You wont have to fight to get on a machine or in a class due to overcrowding. Also, while we have plenty of equipment for even the most dedicated lifters and fitness enthusiasts, we focus on having regular people as our primary members. Even with all the benefits offered, Summit is not available only to the super rich. Individual Memberships start at approximately $0.82 per day. We have several different membership options available to fit your individual needs. If you would like more information, want to come in for a tour or youre ready to get started please call Member Services at (435) 628-5000 and we will contact to you very soon.
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By Jared DuPree & Neil Economy SunRiver golf course is literally the most Southwestern golf course in Utah. Only 10 minutes away from St. George and 30 minutes away from Mesquite, Jimmy Blair as Head of Golf Operations began rebuilding the golf course in the fall of 2011. This is following an extensive rebuild in 2005 due to a 100 year flood. The river jumped its banks and laid 1 to 3 feet of silt over the lower 11 holes. SunRiver owners, residents and staff would not let their golf course suffer too long. They brought out heavy equipment, hoses and shovels to begin the cleaning process. As a result the front 9 was redesigned adding length and removing marsh areas. Overall it was a blessing that the front 9 was redesigned, it is a much better layout, says Head golf Professional Neil Economy. Not only was the lower part of the golf course redesigned, wall to wall Bermuda grass was installed. From 2005 to 2011 the golf course was gradually improving, but what was really needed was a significant improvement. I had been talking with Jimmy Blair about the golf course on and off for a couple of years, he showed great interest in being involved in the project, and I felt his passion for golf would be wonderful fit, says Neil. Jimmys background includes owning and operating many golf courses in northern Utah. Not only is Jimmy an owner operator, he is also one of the most prolific golfers Utah has ever seen. He has won just about every professional event in Utah as well as many across the country. Jimmys exposure to some of the worlds premier golf courses allows him to incorporate aesthetic and playability aspects to SunRiver. SunRiver Golf Course is situated amongst an active adult community. The golf course is anything but an executive 18 hole track, it plays 6900 yards from the back tees and is open to the public. Overall consensus of customer satisfaction amongst SunRiver residents is very positive; picking one positive change is very difficult because there are so many good changes. The greens and fairways are in very good condition,
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says SunRiver resident Dan Williams. SunRiver also has a full time teaching professional, Kevin Averett, from the Golf Studio here at SunRiver. He is passionate about teaching golf. He has taught many juniors that have eventually become collegiate golfers. He teaches at the Golf Studio and at SunRiver Golf Club on our all grass tee box. Driver through wedge is allowed. They also have a wonderful practice facility consisting of a putting and chipping green with two sand traps. Kevin, Sawyer and Joe also host a junior clinic and junior tournament every Saturday rotating between the two. Call the pro shop or Kevin for more information. In early December SunRiver hosted the PGA Utah Section Pro Assistants Championship co-hosted by TaylorMade Golf. It was a very successful event bringing many PGA Professionals from Utah to SunRiver. The feedback was incredible! says Neil Economy. This is a great track to play, says Zach Johnson assistant golf professional at Davis Park golf course in Northern Utah. SunRiver is hosting the biggest Open event in southern Utah, April 12-14. The SunRiver Open will benefit Southern Utah Down Syndrome Association and will bring some of the best golfers from around the Western United States. Call the pro shop to register or come out and watch the championship!
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Student-Athlete Profile:
tySen Kirby,
ProfeSSionAl SKimboArder
Currently, Tysen and his brothers are working on designing a clothing line that is comfortable and versatile for outdoor sports for all ages. The vision they have for their line is an affordable, durable, and comfortable clothing product that is also unique and different from what other companies are designing. As young entrepreneurs, their plan is to help kids in sports by raising money to build safe places for them to frequent and educate them on being physically safe while having fun. They see the importance of starting now and learning entrepreneurial skills that will help them in their careers in the future. Tysen is the cool kid everyone loves to hang out with, but he is also extremely witty in conversation with adults. There isnt much you can get past Tysen and his willingness to learn is beyond his years. His compassion for people is rare for a young teenager. Keep tabs on Tysen! He is an upcoming professional making the best out of life for him and all of those around him.
By St. George Health & Wellness Staff Inland skimboarding originated in Sacramento, CA in the mid-1970s and eventually took hold in Utah in the 1990s. Today, skimboarding is considered a cult sport with large populations of skimboarders in CA, UT, Australia and Canada. The largest competition, Skim Fest, has been held annually since 1998 in Sacramento and continues to grow each year. Recently, Tysen Kirby of St. George, took first place in his age division at Skim Fest after placing first at a local competition, the Virgin River Classic (2012). In the Classic, he made up a new trick that they named The Hustler; anyone that knows this kid would say the name fit him and his trick perfectly. Tysen not only skimboards; he is a skateboarder, snowboarder, surfer, and wakeboarder. He learned to skimboard only 3 days before his first competition at the age of 8 and came home with 1st place in his division! Tysen built a relationship with J-Gordon (jgordonskimboards.com) this past summer and found out that he had been struggling with cancer and it has set him back in his ability to produce skimboards. Tysen felt compassion towards him and his situation and wanted to be a part of J-Gordon on some level. After placing at Skimfest in Sacramento California., he contacted J-Gordon and received a sponsorship due to his skills and passion towards the sport. Tysen has been promoting J-Gordon skimboards ever since because he truly feels they are the best boards on the market.
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By Emily Fonnesbeck, RD, CD, CLT & Staff I truly believe that food is medicine. Nowhere is that more evident than with LEAP food sensitivity testing. Several places in town emphasize the need to use food as medicine. I went to check out Dixie Nutritions location on St. George Boulevard to understand more about the assistance they can offer those dealing with food sensitivities. As a Certified LEAP Therapist, I am trained to identify food and food chemical hypersensitivities. The Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP) program is a diet for those suffering from delayed food and food chemical sensitivities. These sensitivities can
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result in an immune system reaction with the release of mediators which cause pain and inflammation in the body. The immune system has a first line of defense in which it identifies self and nonself. This is beneficial for protecting us from unwanted bacteria and viruses. However, if the immune system decides that a food or chemical is dangerous and should be destroyed, the result is the release of mediators, which cause inflammation and pain. This is how food sensitivities develop. Greg Gillespie of Dixie Nutrition explained, One of the most common customers we help are those dealing with food sensitivities. It is more common than people realize.
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Many chronic conditions can be made worse by food sensitivities. In particular, individuals suffering from autoimmune diseases (Type 1 Diabetes, Addisons disease, Lupus, Asthma, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Celiac Disease, Hashimotos Disease, MS, etc.) may find relief from their symptoms. But many chronic conditions can be made worse by food sensitivities. Examples include but are not limited to: Irritable Bowel syndrome, Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and heartburn, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue or general malaise, Restlessness, irritability, depression, anxiety and mood swings, Muscle or joint pain, aching or stiffness, Chronic Sinusitis or sinus pain, runny nose, stuffy nose, post nasal drip, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis and other skin rashes, Obesity and weight imbalances, Thyroid disorders, and PCOS and related infertility issues. Everyone would benefit from avoiding their reactive foods. However, finding these foods on their own can be confusing and overwhelming. Often food sensitivities are delayed; meaning symptoms may occur up to 3-4 days after eating the food. To compound the issue, food triggers and their symptoms are different for everyone. Greg at Dixie Nutrition sees the struggles firsthand. There are many families that feel the stress of figuring out what to do. I mean, we eat every day. This is on their mind daily. I use the Mediator Release Test (MRT) which allows me to find those trigger foods for my clients. MRT is a functional live cell analysis that identifies foods and chemicals which provoke the release of mediators that cause pain and inflammation. A blinded
peer reviewed scientific study showed MRT to have the highest level of accuracy of any food sensitivity blood test: 94.5% sensitivity and 91.8% specificity. The MRT test takes your blood and checks your immune system response (or non-response) to 150 foods and chemicals. The results of the MRT test measures the degree of inflammation therefore classifying foods as reactive or non reactive. It is important to find a place that offers foods and supplements that are tailored for food sensitivities. There are a number of places in town that offer products that will work with a food sensitivity diet. It is important to find a place that offers quality products and resources. Obviously my clients need businesses they can trust in order to stock their kitchen with allergen free foods and recommended supplements. As mentioned, I spent some time at Dixie Nutritions St. George Boulevard location (see ad below). I am particularly impressed with their variety of reasonably priced but good quality supplements and their gluten free aisle. In addition, they have several aisles dedicated to various dietary needs (i.e., sugar free, organic, low fat, low salt, etc.). Clearly they understand my client population and their need to avoid cross-contamination. LEAP testing is the most rewarding work I do. This program gives people their life back. Its amazing what can be treated with just food! For more information about LEAP testing, visit www.wholefitstgeorge. com or call 435-319-0917.
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Instructions: 1. Peel and quarter the tomatoes, then remove cores. 2. Place green pepper in food processor and process for a few seconds. Add tomatoes, garlic, bread, olive oil and vinegar and process. 3. Mixture should be thick but not too heavy. Continue processing until consistency is right. Press liquid through sieve into bowl and chill for 2 hours. 4. Prepare crouton garnish. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or sunflower oil and saut cubed, crust-less bread over moderate heat for 4-5 minutes. Drain well on paper towel. 5. Just before serving, stir in a few ice cubes until dissolved and serve. Keys to success: 1. Dont over process. Too much time in the food processor will thin the flavor and consistency. 2. Dont over chill. Between at least 2 hours and no more than 12 hours, or texture will deteriorate. 3. Dont over season. Trust Heartland Farms and your local farmers and utilize seasonal freshness to provide bright, distinguishing flavor and maintain nutritionally sound cooking methods and techniques. Notes: If you are planning on entertaining and want to impress your friends, achieve a true Spanish traditional preparation and service by providing garnishes. Including red and green bell pepper, sunflower oil, cubed toasted bread, chopped boiled egg, finely diced cucumber, and serve after being stirred with ice cubes.
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Do you know your physical activity vital sign? The American College of Sports Medicine recommends adults get a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise five days a week. Your physical activity vital sign is the number of minutes of physical activity you get each week. Children and adolescents need twice the amount adults do. Those who have their sights set on making the baseball team, running a marathon, or competing in a tennis tournament, need more than the average daily workout and skills training for ultimate success. What does that kind of a workout look like? According to Dayna Player Robinson, director of Intermountains Sports Performance Training program and an exercise physiologist, its intense, varied, and surprisingly scientific. Preseason training should include drills to improve linear speed, multidimensional agility, footwork, and power, said Robinson. Its not just lifting and running. And she should know. Robinson received
her bachelors degree from Weber State in Lifestyle Management (health and fitness) and went on to earn a masters degree in Sports Performance and Conditioning from Southern Utah University. She is certified with several prominent organization including the American College of Sports Medicine and the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. Robinson has worked in the fitness field for 13 years in many different fitness areas including corporate wellness, fitness club management, personal training, cardiac rehab, weight management class instruction, Step and Spin aerobics instructor, and more. She has experience working with every type of athlete, from young to old, beginner to professional, and within most sports -distance runners, sprinters, football, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, tennis, baseball, softball, and volleyball. But she loves working with youth best. Participating in a performance sports training program is not like a regular
gym workout, Robinson said. A typical performance sports training program includes three one-hour sessions a week over the course of about eight weeks. We see a lot of students who are revving up for specific sports seasons. Dayna and her colleagues at Intermountain Sports Performance Training use sophisticated equipment to help young athletes improve both in general fitness, and in their given sports. Such equipment includes a super treadmill (that may go up to 28 miles-per-hour with a 40% incline); a plyopress to improve power and vertical jump; Nike Strobe Eyewear which help athletes think quicker and move faster; and a multi-hip machine. Many other programs neglect working with the hips, and hips do influence speed, Robinson said. According to our science based research, Robinson said, Athletes who complete the full program will increase their vertical jump continued on page 20
continued from page 19 by at least two inches and improve their 40-yard-dash time by 0.20 of a second. Local athletes Robinson has trained include former Pine View High baseball standout Marcus Littlewood, who is currently in a Seattle Mariners farm league; Morgan Anderson, who is now at BYU from Desert Hills High on a tennis scholarship; and Jake Arslanian from Pine View High who is now at BYU on a football and track scholarship; Kenzie Cox from Dixie High on a soccer scholarship in Arizona. Athletic Republic was the first place that I threw-up because of working so hard, Anderson said. I hate it, but I love it. I love the feeling of satisfaction that comes after working out. I always have such a good time with the trainers while working hard. Dayna pushed me to do my best. I will always be grateful for the success that has come from working hard here. Other recent athletes who have trained at Sports Performance Dallin Bristol, of Desert Hills football and track; Tanner Webster, of Dixie High football and baseball; Jordan Johnston, of Snow Canyon Volleyball, Addie Edwards, of Hurricane volleyball; Curtis Pierce, of Dixie High basketball; and many more.
Pierce said the Sports Performance gym is a place where the pressures of everyday life are left behind. As soon as you walk in the door the only things that matter are effort and determination, he said. Its you against yourself. Although its nice to see your name on the record board, its the personal growth that counts. I love everything that stands for: getting the extra edge, going the extra mile, and giving the extra 10%. He also credits the trainers for their dedication and passion to helping athletes become extraordinary. The center offers a specialized 12-treadmill session program, and/or an eight-week strength program for long-distance runners, as well as clinics that are popular among locals training for the St. George Marathon. Intermountain Sports Performance sponsors several local school and club teams, and offers group discounts. The sponsorships are right in line with Intermountains philosophy on community stewardship, said Locke Ettinger, manager of Dixie Regionals LiVe Well Center and sports training services. Sports Performance also offers a new program called FUNdamentals designed to keep kids moving while having fun. The class is designed for children ages 8 to 11 and employs a variety of activities to enhance endurance, balance, coordination, agility, flexibility and self-esteem in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Activities are directed by exercise physiologists and therapists. The span between the third and fifth grades is crucial, Robinson said. This is the time when it is determined whether or not these kids will be active for the rest of their lives or not. We want kids to understand that physical activity is fun. Thats the whole point of FUNdamentals.
Intermountain Sports Performance Training is located on the lower level of the Dixie Regional Health & Performance Center at 652 S. Medical Center Dr. in St. George. For more information call (435) 251-2256.
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To help answer some of these broader questions, make a list of specific qualities that are unique to you. This should include the following: 1. What are your natural talents? What comes easy to you? 2. What were some challenges, difficulties, and hardships youve overcome? How did you do it? About the Author 3. What activities make you lose track Brigit Atkin Brigit of of time? Brightworks uses alternative healing methods to help 4. What do people typically seek improve the lives of others your advice about? Need your help facing challenges and with? difficulties. She is certified 5. What are your deepest values? in SimplyHealedTM method and was trained by founder 6. You are now 90 years old, looking Carolyn Cooper herself. For back happily on your successful life more information, visit what mattered to you most? www.brightworksbybrigit.com This exercise should take some time, but will pay off abundantly as you align your goals accordingly. Once our Personal Mission Statement is created, goal-setting becomes easy, as we now understand our unique focus. As D.M. Dellinger said, You are unrepeatable. There is a magic about you that is all your own. As this new year starts, let us first reflect on the experiences of the past; contemplate our interests, talents, and strengths - then move forward with the confidence of someone who knows their life purpose.
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What Makes a
By Chad Olson, MS, LMFT
Real Leader?
I once read a comment about leadership that changed the way I thought about the topic: Leadership includes both what you do and what you leave. This simple, yet profound statement has changed not only the way I view leadership, but has actually changed the way I lead. All too often I believe we put excessive emphasis on what we do, while neglecting what we can leave behind. There are many opportunities to lead in our world today, whether they include business pursuits, volunteering in our community, serving in our school or churches yet, I believe that one of the greatest opportunities to lead is in our own families. The leadership roles in families may often be overlooked or underappreciated, but
if you consider the original definition of leadership not just what you do, but what you leave it is hard to imagine another situation in which you could lead like you can in your families. Within the family setting, leaders are found in the different roles that we play. For example, parents, grandparents, uncles/ aunts, or brothers and sisters can take About the Author the opportunity to appropriately lead Chad Olson is a licensed marriage and family therapist their family. The quality of a good leader in St. George, UT. He in a family setting could be defined as earned a Masters Degree in how other members of the family are Marriage & Family Therapy and has been working with influenced when the leader is gone. As couples and families for the an example, a parent may try to instill past 5 years. He currently in their children the attribute of hard works at the St. George Center for Couples and Families work. The best indicator of whether (www.stgeorgefamilies.com). this attribute has been acquired by See ad on page 22 for more the children is not while the parent is information. looking over their shoulder, but when the parent allows for autonomy and gives their children chances to demonstrate this attribute. If the child has a good work ethic without being shadowed by the parent, you can take it as evidence that the parent has left a part of themselves to the future generation a characteristic of true leadership. While completing my thesis project during my masters program, I came across an interesting research question: Do parents matter? While the answer may seem obvious, there is quite a debate in the family studies field. Some genetic behaviorists claim that it doesnt matter how parents parent, a childs genes are what determines behavior. On the other hand, family scholars assert that parenting has a direct impact on childrens behavior. For the focus of my research, I studied a topic called the intergenerational transmission of values. Scholars wanted to know what process adolescents and young adults went through to accept and integrate certain values typically accepted by our society. There was a high correlation found between the values espoused by these youth and young adults and their parents. Thus, the research states that the values that parents/grandparents possessed were being passed on to the next generation. What a powerful example of being a leader in a family who not only does something, but who leaves something behind. My grandmother Taylor has demonstrated this principle in my life. She lost her husband in a horrible scouting accident. She was a young widow raising five children. She was faced with economic difficulties and had to be frugal with her finances to provide the basic necessities for her family. One could often hear her saying, Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without. Her thriftiness is something she taught my mother who in turn taught it to me. As a parent, I strive to teach this principle to my children. Four generations will be influenced by this wonderful leader! As you consider different opportunities you have to lead in your family (or other contexts for that matter), dont forget it is not just what you do, but what you leave that matters.
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Kendyl playing goalball towards US Paralympic gold medal. Away from her Goalball training, she is making a difference with her new eyepod design. After telling her I think she should charge more for the product ($5 for the eyepod and a bag to hold the eyepod), she explains, I know most of them cost $20 online and they dont come with a bag, so, we are really doing this to help people. The other impressive part of the story is she makes them all by hand by herself. This really is a labor of love. When I asked her why she wants to make the products, she explains, I just want to help people. I know what it is like to have an eye condition. Its hard I know I will never be able to drive, but its been 16 years, Im used to it. I just want to help other people. We were very impressed with Kendyl and her desire to help members of this community. We wanted to recognize her for her hardwork and kind heart and donate a little bit of money to add to her cause. If others would like to donate to Kendyl and her endeavors, contact the St. George Eye Center at 435-628-4507. If you know of other members in the community making a difference like Kendyl, let us know!
By Jared DuPree
I recently met Tuachan High School student Kendyl Floyd at the St. George Eye Center where she is making a difference in the lives of those dealing with various eye conditions. Kendyl herself experiences the challenge of Aniridia, an absence of the iris in both eyes. Kendyl came up with an innovative product design of the Eyepod for those dealing with Blepharitis and other conditions of the eye. Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids causing red, irritated, itchy eyelids and the formation of dandruff-like scales on eyelashes. Those experiencing Blepharitis often use a washcloth or a product that covers their eyes to give them relief from the irritation. Kendyl noticed that most of the products were poorly designed and decided to make her own design which provides an easier, more comfortable fit to the eye. She now sells these products at the St. George Eye Center explaining to people that they can be heated in the microwave or cooled in the freezer for convenient use. Kendyl explains, Most eyepods are made rectangular, but that shape doesnt really fit into the eyes the way it should. So, we have created a more tailored shape to fit into the eye socket so it will help better. It doesnt have to be used just for Blepharitis, it can be used for headaches, puffy eyes, and just for relaxingits just an easier way. During our conversation, I discovered she is a recent gold medalist of the Paralympic sport Goalball. Kendyl explains, Goalball is a sport for visually impaired and blind kids and adults. At my level there are teams for each state and we travel to Florida once a year to compete in a national tournament. There is a ball full of bells and everyone is blindfolded so no one can see and you throw the ball back and forth and block the ball with your body. This year our team from Utah took gold!
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January 5 Dance Alliance, All day workshop held at The Dixie Convention Center. http://www.dancelink.net
EVENTS
January 12 Rocky Mountain Nationals Event, Youth wrestling tournament for K-12 held at the Dixie Convention Center. 9am to 9pm January 18-19 St. George Half Marathon Expo held at the Dixie Convention Center. EXPO is open to the public. Fri., Jan. 18th Noon-9pm at no charge. Race will take place on Sat., Jan. 19th-for race information please contact Leisure Services. January 19 St George Half Marathon, 5K, & Tuff Kids Run starting at The Dixie Convention Center. www.sgcityrec.org 9am: half marathon and 5K. 11:30am: Tuff Kids Run. January 26 Southern Utah Wedding Showcase held at the Dixie Convention Center from 10am to 6pm. The Answer to All Your Bridal Needs. Wedding experts will be on hand to help with all of your bridal needs.
February 2 Tuff Kids Bike Race. 10am Located at former St George Municipal Airport. 620 S. Airport Rd. For ages 12 and under. Races run in heats of 4 to 8 kids. $10 Pre-Registration. $20 Same Day. All kids receive awards, T-shirts, and finish line refreshments. February 9 Road Rage Duathalon. 9am Located at Southern Parkway. Sprint and Olympic bike and run distances. $35 Pre-registration. No registration day of race. Come race this flat and fast event on the Utah/Arizona border! Sweetheart Half Marathon. 8am Located at Unity Park. 400 W. 400 S., Ivans, UT. Run in the cool weather with someone you love on an early spring day in southern Utah. Register with your Sweetheart and that runner is half price. $45 regular price. www.sweethearhalf.racesonline.com February 16 Dam-2-Dam Run. 10am Located at Sand Hollow State Park Reservoir. A scenic run around Sand Hollow Reservoir. Shorter and Longer Distances start at the main boat ramp. www.cityofhurricane.com February 23 Dogtown Half Marathon 9K, 5K & 1K. Starts at 2450 Town Center Dr. 9am 2pm
ENERGY HEALING
Brightworks by Brigit www.BrightWorksByBrigit.com 435-668-0233
ATHLETIC CLUBS
Summit Athletic Club 1532 East 1450 South www.mysummitathleticclub.com 435-628-5000
FAMILY THERAPY
HEALTH (CONTD) Simply Health Chiropractic 1091 North Bluff St Suite 309 www.simplyhealthchiropractic.com 435-688-0444 HORMONE THERAPY
Live Life Health Center (David Tiller) 676 South Bluff St. Suite 101 www.livemylifebetter.com 435-574-9777
CORPORATE NETWORKING
Corprate Alliance 1487 South Silicon way www.knoweveryone.com 435-256-6225
St. George Center for Couples & Families 321 North Mall Dr. Suite 101 www.stgeorgefamilies.com 435-319-0082
NUTRITION STORES
ORTHODONTICS
Theurer Orthodontics 965 East 700 South Suite 101 www.theurerorthodontics.com 435-688-8228
HEALTH
Center for Advanced Plastic Surgery 676 South Bluff St. Suite 207 435-628-2895 Dan Sellers, MD 676 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT 84770 855-295-6554 www.sellersplasticsurgery.com Hearing & Balance Doctors of Utah 1054 E. Riverside Dr. Suite 201, St. George, UT 435-688-8991 St. George Eye Center 1054 East Riverside Dr. Suite 201 www.stgec.com 435-628-4507 St. George Clinic (Family Medicine) 736 South 900 East #203 www.centralutahclinic.com 435-673-6131
INSURANCE
Soderquist Insurance 435-229-6642 acginsurance@gmail.com Wright Way Legal 321 North Mall Dr. Suite 301 www.wrightwaylegal.com 435-674-6744
REALTOR
David Whitehead www.RelocateToUtah.com 435-632-2900
CYCLING
High Knees Cycling 2051 East Red Hills Pkwy Suite 1 435-216-7080 Hkcycling.com
LEGAL
SLEEP PROFESSIONALS
Premier Sleep Solutions 75 South 100 East www.premieresleepsolutions.com 435-674-2100
DENTISTS
Advanced Dental Concepts 321 N Mall Dr. Suite P101 432-674-1418 Riverside Dental 368 East Riverside Dr. Mystgoergedentist.com 435-673-3363
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Dr. Coleen Andruss 1173 South 250 West, Suite 110 www.drhealthylifestyle.com 435-986-3800 Whole Fit of St. George 676 South Bluff St www.wholefitstgeorge.com 435-319-0917
La Via Medical Spa & Institute 676 South Bluff St. www.laviamedspa.com 435-656-9054
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Dogtown 1/2 Marathon, 9k, 5k, & 1k Event Date: February 23, 2013 Start Time: 9:00 am Where: Holiday Inn Express, Washington, UT Fee: $40-1/2 Marathon, $25-9k, $10-5k &1k Website: www.dogtownmarathon.com The Dogtown 1/2 Marathon runs across Washington City and ends at Treasure Valley Park in Washington Fields. Organized by Washington City this race has something for the whole family.
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