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Even as a busy corporate lawyer, Kevin Blodgett remained a fitness junkie.

I did Cross Fit, bootcamps, hot yoga, Orangetheory, personal training, he said. Everything you could do, I did it.

Last fall, he decided to merge his career with his passion taking a leap of faith and trading in his office for a gym. He opened Legends Boxing Memorial at 9414 Gaylord.

He settled on the franchise after traveling to its home base in Utah, where he first tried a workout for himself.

Blodgett had already made a name in law, serving as general counsel at Rockwater Energy Solutions and Dynegy, after a stint as an associate with Baker Botts. He then worked as a consultant.

But he always had an entrepreneurial itch. By 2018, he started to explore his options.

I thought, You know, theres never a perfect time to go out on your own. So why not now? he recalled.

Blodgett transitioned out of consulting work and met a franchise matchmaker who could connect him with a dream business.

I looked at a bunch of franchises, but Legends checked all of the boxes for me, Blodgett said. Its the one thing I knew was going to make me fired up to go to work and give me the opportunity to help people.

The franchise matchmaker explained the concept to him. In 2012, Legends Boxing was created by brothers and former Golden Glove boxing champions Andrew and Rob Scott. They incorporated what they learned from years of professional training and made it more accessible. The result is a boxing gym, where all of the sports basics, from footwork and punching techniques to self-defense, are part of the program. The focus is on a total-body workout, complete with conditioning, core and cardio exercise.

Its basically a mesh between an old-school boxing gym and a new boutique fitness facility, Blodgett said. My interest was piqued immediately.

When he tried the workout for himself, he was hooked.

Its easy to get so caught up in learning boxing that you forget youre working out, he said. And the way boxers condition is fantastic. Its the ultimate workout.

He found a location in his neighborhood; when his renovation was complete, Blodgetts franchise became the first to open outside Utah. Legends Boxing has since opened centers in Austin and North Carolina.

Already, Blodgett said the gym is building a community: We have people tell us, This is the first gym where I ever felt at home.

Christine Mikulich has been a member at Legends Boxing for a month. Its a full-body workout, she said. The first time, its going to be tough. Give it time, and youll see that you want to be a part of it.

Not only do the routines provide the desired results, but Mikulich has found camaraderie at the gym. Everybody is supportive, she said. We call it our workout family. Ive never been in a place before that has that feeling, like youre part of a group. Its a tribe.

Mikulich is also an attorney and was impressed with Blodgetts story. I admire him so much for taking that risk, breaking out and doing something he really wanted to do, she said.

She often sees him at the gym. Hes very engaged, and he knows everyone by name, she said.

Blodgett loves growing his community. Anyone can join, he said; members range in age from 12 to 65. There are modifications for each exercise.

Legends also hosts twice-weekly Rock Steady Boxing, a noncontact fitness program for individuals with Parkinsons disease.

I look forward to those days most of all, said Blodgett, who coaches that class.

Take your preconceived notions of boxing and toss them out, Blodgett said.

Most of the people who come in our door have no boxing experience, he said. What they want is a workout that they dont have to come up with on their own and thats what we provide.

Its a high-intensity workout tailored to their needs, Blodgett added.

We have a state-of-the art facility, he said. Weve got all the benefits of a class. I know I get the most out of myself when I work out with a group. Combining boxing with working out means we get the best of both worlds.

Boxing helps members with stress relief as well. You can leave it all on the bag, Blodgett said. Its very empowering, too. Youre learning a skill.

Whenever Blodgett has time for his own workout at Legends, he takes it. He has given up looking around at other fitness programs and settled on the one he likes best. And he has no regrets about his transformation from corporate lawyer to gym owner.

I cant tell you the last time I put on a suit and tie, he said.

There are no bad days here, he said. I wanted to do something I was passionate about, something that impacts people. If you can find a way to make a living doing something you love, thats about as good as it gets.

For more information, visit legendsboxing.com/gym/memorial.

Lindsay Peyton is a Houston-based writer.

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The Citizens of Ebey's Reserve (COER) is asking a federal judge to require the Navy to roll back the number of EA-18G Growler practice flights at Outlying Field Coupeville to pre-2019 levels until a lawsuit over the number of Growler flights is settled.

COER and private citizen Paula Spina filed a motion for a preliminary injunction Thursday.

According to the motion, since March 2019 the Navy has increased the number of Growlers at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and shifted most of its Growler operations to Outlying Field Coupeville, which is near the Reserve and the town of Coupeville.

"The result is a nearly fourfold increase in Growler flights in that area. Now the overflights subject residents in and near Coupeville to extreme noise for several hours of the day, day and night, many days of the week," said the court document.

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Muscle soreness is the worst.

You work hard in the gym, or on a run, or on the football pitch and it feels great your mood is boosted by flooding endorphins, you feel strong, healthy, alive. But then you wake up the next morning and you cant get down the stairs or sit on the toilet without groaning in agony.

It doesnt seem fair. And it can scupper your plans. Maybe you wanted to train again, or simply move from the sofa. But your muscle pain is making everything feel impossible.

It can be hard to know what to do. But, before you throw away your trainers and vow to quit exercise forever have a read of our expert tips for easing your sore, sore body.

Our experts cut through the myths and the misinformation to explain what you really need to do when your muscles are punishing you for working out.

This one is confusing. Do you jump in a steamy, warm bath to soothe your muscles? Or make like the elite athletes and opt for an ice bath?

It seems odd that such contrasting techniques are both being used for the same purpose. So, whats the truth?

Personal trainer and doctoral researcher, Jake Gifford, says there simply isnt enough conclusive evidence to support doing either.

I wouldnt recommend using either ice or heat as effective methods of reducing delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), Jake tells Metro.co.uk.

Whilst there is some evidence supporting the use of both, as well as anecdotal evidence, at least in the short term, the long-term effects are lesser known and theres a lack of high-quality evidence warranting the usage.

He gives the example that while ice and cold-water immersion have been reported to have benefits for some individuals, it can negatively impact performance.

If youre struggling with DOMS you might get the advice go for a light run, or do some yoga. This is active recovery. Light exercise with minimal resisitance like walking, swimming or cycling is said to help ease soreness in your muscles.

It tends to be more beneficial than passive resting doing nothing and stretching, says Jake.

It would be one of my first recommendations for reducing DOMS.

Studies have found that active recovery is an effective strategy for reducing overall fatigue from muscles worked during exercise. It works by allowing blood to flood the muscles with nutrients and clear out metabolic waste.

My biggest eye-opener, more than any other, is yoga, explains Tom Jenane, nutrition and fitness expert.

I started performing yoga in the evenings after a workout around one year ago and it has completely changed everything. I barely get any DOMS anymore, beyond a soft ache.

You should adjust your yoga workout so it focuses on the muscles you have trained that day, rather than just using a generic one.

Stretching is a great tool as well. One that Orangetheory Fitness head coach Vero Walker swears by:

Stretching is a great way of reducing soreness and preventing injury post-workout and it should be included in everyones recovery routines, Vero tells Metro.co.uk.

Even five minutes of stretching right after a workout can be effective especially during these cooler winter months.

If youre feeling particularly boujie, you might book yourself in for a sports massage to ease those debilitating aches after a particularly tough session.

Because having your muscles painfully pummeled by a stranger is the ultimate act of self-care right?

Jake disagrees. Despite their popularity, there is insufficient evidence to suggest that a sports massage will help reduce DOMS, he says. It isnt something Id recommend as a recovery.

Despite the name of a sports massage, the evidence suggests that it isnt an effective tool for getting your through sports-induced DOMS any quicker. Its mostly a myth in the industry.

Some studies have found that massage could reduce some of the soreness likely by flushing out some toxins in the muscles but muscle function is not found to be improved, and again the evidence isnt substantial enough to draw conclusions.

Nutrition is vital at every single stage of a fitness regime. Before, during and after a workout, your body needs to have the right amount of energy and nutrients flowing through it to function properly.

Ensuring adequate fluid and fuel replenishment is vital to help support the recovery process, explains Jake. Its hard to recover when unrefueled and something which can be quite common amongst the pressure to subscribe to a certain body ideal.

If you have certain fitness or weight loss goals, it might be tempting to eat a restricted diet after a workout but this will prolong your pain. Your muscles need wholesome, substantial fuel after a tough session. Not eating properly afterwards could mean your next workout is much less effective.

Amy Kilpin is an elite endurance athlete she was an Ironman champion in 2019 and knows how important it is to help her muscles recover effectively after an event.

A well-documented recovery method after an endurance workout is to consume a protein and carbohydrate combination within 30 minutes of finishing, Amy tells Metro.co.uk. This is to restore glycogen in the muscles and also to promote muscle repair.

I also like to consume Active Edge cherry active it has been proven to reduce inflammation in the muscles and thereby aids recovery, improving the performance of your next workout.

There are all kinds of compression items on the market that claim to help speed up recovery from leggings to socks to base layers. But can they actually be effective in reducing DOMS?

Studies have found that using compression garments can lower muscle soreness during the recovery period and get you back to your maximum strength faster. Ideal.

But again, the studies are not conclusive and some researchers suggest that other factors could be playing a part in this as well as simply the progression garments. But, anecdotally at least, the results have been positive.

Compression really helps fatigued muscles to recover, post-workout, says triathlete Amy.

I swear by a quality grade pair of compression tights or even a compression legwear unit like Air Relax, helps to flush out lactic acid and promote blood flow to the muscles.

If designing your own workouts or first starting out with a fitness regime, building up the volume and intensity steadily over the course of a few weeks is likely to minimize the likelihood of DOMS as you progress onto more intense workouts or programs.

For gym-goers and fitness enthusiasts, reducing the eccentric component of an exercise early on in a training plan is likely to help minimise the level of DOMS, which can occur post-training.

Monitoring your load and adjusting workouts as needed is an important consideration when minimising DOMS. You dont need to go all out and endure high-intensity sessions every time you set foot in a gym or fitness space.

Jake Gifford

The perfect excuse for a big lie-in the day after a big workout. Sleep is a vital part of your fitness recovery.

You have made microscopic tears in the muscle fibres and these need to be repaired, hence muscle growth., explains Tom.

While most seem to think that you build muscle in the gym, youre actually making those micro-tears in the muscles and you build the muscle when youre sleeping. You should, therefore, make sure to get plenty of sleep at night.

Ive spoken to so many people that are suffering through a plateau, but when I ask how much sleep they get they tell me six hours and I feel the answer has hit them in the face.

You should aim for a minimum of seven hours ofsleepto help your body torecoverfrom exercise most effectively. So turn off that alarm and cancel those early breakfast plans.

Scheduling breaks into your fitness routine is really important not only for your body, but also for your mental health. You dont want to overtrain and end up with fitness burnout.

Your muscles recover when you have regular breaks, so no matter how intense your training goals are, its really important to have at least one day every week where youre not doing any intense exercise whatsoever.

Vero, from Orangetheory, says rest days are particulalry important for people who take part in high-intensity classes.

We like to recommend recovery days for those who have been involved in HIIT training, says Vero.

While some days you may choose to do no exercise, we also like to recommend doing something less intense like walking on the treadmill or going for a bike ride. This ensures the blood gets flowing, while not blitzing your entire body.

There are plenty of balms, oils and creams on the market that claim to reduce inflammation and muscle pain but are any of them worth their salt?

Vero says they can be useful in the short-term. If people are really sore, I would recommend applying a little Tiger Balm on the source of the pain for temporary relief but would not recommend this as a long-term form of recovery.

But, they definitely feel good. Here are our favourite products that are definitely worth trying if youre sick of feeling achy:

Deep Heat

The classic. Feel this cream get to work as it warms up the affected area.

Menthol and eucalyptus oil offer symptomatic relief of muscular pains and stiffness.

Cannaray CBD Muscle Balm

Put this balm on during a workout or a long run and it should stay put.

Aloe and arnica help to moisturise and soften the skin and the 250mg of CBD acts as a pain relief for muscle tension.

Kears Soothing Body Balm Arnica Treatment

The key ingredient is Arnica a herb that comes from the Arnica Montana flower. It is known for its anti-inflammatory properties inside the body, and it supports tissue and muscle repair.

Ultimately, DOMS is a natural part of the training process and you shouldnt fear it.

If youre working hard, youre going to feel it theres really no two ways around it.

There isnt enough science to conclusive reveal a consistent strategy for combatting DOMS, but the key principles highlighted above are a good place to start. Really, it depends on the individual, your specific training programme and usually, the best cure for DOMS is time.

DOMS isnt an inherently bad thing that we should strive to eliminate completely, explains Jake. Factors associated with DOMS are potentially necessary for improving performance.

And dont forget, you can always take a few days off.

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Whats the vision you have in your head of P.E. class? Hoping not to get picked last in dodgeball? Are you climbing a rope?

Thats what physical education was for a lot of people. But now, in many schools, technology is crafting the next generation of gym class while teachers focus more on mental health than getting fit.

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There was definitely a rope that needed to be climbed, Mike Graham laughed remembering his P.E. classes growing up. Hes taught for over 20 years, now at Williamsburg Elementary in Geneva. Last year he was named the Illinois Elementary P.E. Teacher of Year.

P.E. has evolved quite a bit since he started. For one, physical fitness isnt the goal, especially at his K-5 grade levels.

There's really no research that supports like a training effect on prepubescent kids, right? said Graham. You're not going to make these fitness freaks out of these kids by my two-day-a-week program.

He believes in 2020 his class should strive to be about health, both physical and social-emotional.

Thats why in Grahams gym theres a giant poster hung on the wall that says, I see you. I care about you. I want you to succeed.

He got the sign idea from Twitter. Hes been active on social media for years, building a network of other teachers. In many schools, like Grahams, hes the only P.E. teacher. So its easy to fall into a routine.

Getting them to, to shift the whole paradigm and flip it upside down and say like This is another classroom. Gym the biggest classroom in the school and we're here, we're learning things and we're working on different skills, he said. If theres no reason behind the game, Im just a glorified activity director.

Graham has a website where he curates his class and keeps parents up to date. He also has a YouTube channel sharing his lessons, like one where his students play a rollerskating balance game thats connected to an iPad app called Classroom Roulette.

Over in Sycamore, Shelly Tranchita teaches high school P.E. She also has a YouTube channel where she and her club of Chita Girls -- a nod to her last name -- make fitness tutorials.

Their health & wellness club produces a podcast too, where Tranchita and a student have health-related conversations with other students and teachers.

She says its time to stop seeing physical education as limited to physical.

I think just as the research comes through and as we learn more, the physical is the mental, the mental is the physical and they hold hands and they're tied together, she said.

Her Mind & Body fitness class is an exercise in that concept. Sometimes its an uptempo workout, sometimes they venture into breathing and meditation.

I do some chanting medititations -- which the first time we do it everyone looks at me like I have five heads -- but then the feedback that I get from that is 'Oh my gosh, let's do it again, I felt amzaing afterwards,' said Tranchita.

In 2017 , Illinois rescinded its daily P.E. requirement. Several bills since have pushed for a mandatory minutes minimum that aligns with national standards, but its failed to find legislative footing.

SHAPE America sets those standards for teaching P.E. Michelle Carter is a senior program manager.

She says there are still some states where you can teach P.E. without a specific content-area credential or certification.

It definitely is one of the factors that play into why of physical education might not be considered an academic subject or that it's not as essential as other subjects, said Carter.

In Texas, their Fitness Now program pumped money into P.E. but failed to produce positive outcomes in part due to relaxed standards.

Its also undeniable that P.E. can be a uniquely vulnerable space in a school. Bullying can wreck a student's interest in P.E. and stop them from building the healthy habits teachers aim for.

Advocates also rail against widespread P.E. exemptions for kids involved in sports or extra-curriculars.

That bothers Carter with SHAPE America.

This is the most practical subject or the most important subject that you're going to get, she said.

And, once again, thats not just with exercise, thats also health, nutrition, even healthy romantic and sexual behavior.

Rob Bisceglie is the CEO of Action for Healthy Kids. Theyre a Chicago-based non-profit providing grants and supporting schools and parents implementing health programs.

He says research identified three main challenges for childrens health into 2020 and beyond. One of them is the nutrition and physical health aspect. But the most difficult one is finding trusted adults in a kids life.

I think really saying to ourselves, okay, I can't remove all these different stressors in their lives, but I can help them build the capacity to deal with them when they come down the pike, said Bisceglie. And I think that's really important.

And both Bisceglie and the others agree P.E. teachers are in a prime position to help as schools try to develop healthy kids, on the inside and out.

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One of the Air Forces biggest exercises in the Pacific is underway, with 2,000-plus personnel and more than 100 aircraft training together through the end of February.

During Exercise Cope Northheadquartered at Andersen AFB, GuamUSAF, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, and Royal Australian Air Force troops will train together on humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios, as well as strike missions. The second half of the exercise will focus on air combat tactics and large-force employment, according to a Pacific Air Forces release.

This exercise is a model opportunity for our countries to participate in world-class training and expand engagements to strengthen our interoperability, said U.S. Air Force Col. Scott Rowe, Cope North exercise director, in the release. It validates new ways to deploy and maneuver people and assets, which ultimately enhances our capacity and capability to foster a free and open Indo-Pacific.

The scenarios will take place in locations in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia. This year, for the first time, the RAAF will lead the HADR mission and Japan is bringing its amphibious aircraft to participate in personnel recovery missions, according to the release.

A variety of aircraft, including F-15s, F-16s, F/A-18s, a KC-30, KC-135s, E-3 AWACS, anE-7 Wedgetail, B-52s, a RQ-4, and an E-2 will participate in the exercise, among others, according to PACAF photographs.

The exercise, which runs through Feb. 28, was historically a quarterly event held in Misawa, Japan. It moved to Guam in 1999.

Training programs such as exercise COPE NORTH provide invaluable opportunities to test operational air and ground crews to the highest level, said RAAF Group Capt. Mark Larter, Multinational Task Force commander, in the release.

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Submit civic/community announcements at ConnectionNewspapers.com/Calendar. Photos and artwork welcome. Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least two weeks before event.

Monday/Feb. 24

NARFE Dulles Chapter 1241 Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. At Amphora Diner, 1151 Elden Street, Herndon. Featuring speaker Pete Kirby, Retired Fire Chief, Centreville Fire Department, who will speak on fire prevention and response. The cost of the luncheon is $18.15 which includes tax and a small gratuity.

Tuesday/Feb 25

INOVA Blood Drive. 1 - 5:30 p.m., beside the Pavilion at Reston Town Center, Reston. Schedule Bloodmobile appointments at 1-866-256-6372 or inovablood.org.

Paving and Restriping Meeting. 6:30 p.m. At Terraset Elementary School, 11411 Ridge Heights Road, Reston. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation will hold community meetings in every district of the county this spring with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to discuss proposed 2020 paving and restriping projects. The first meetings will be held in the Hunter Mill and Springfield Districts in February. The meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m., with a formal presentation beginning at 6:45 p.m., followed by time for questions, feedback and comments. For residents who cannot attend the meetings in person, the meeting presentation will be available on the District paving and restriping webpages, and feedback may be submitted online for two weeks following the meeting. Visit the Fairfax County 2020 Paving and Restriping Program: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/2020-paving-and-restriping.

Wednesday/Feb. 26

DMV2Go at the Pavilion. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. At the Pavilion at Reston Town Center, Reston. The wireless office on wheels offers all DMV services: drivers license and ID card applications and renewals, driving records, vehicle titles, license plates, decals, order disabled plates, and more. Information on all services available at dmv.virginia.gov/general/#dmv_2go.asp.

Thursday/Feb. 27

Support Groups

Parent Support Partners, a service of the Healthy Minds Fairfax initiative, are all parents who have received training and are qualitied to offer education, support and assistance at no cost to families or caregivers. They provide reliable information that families can use in decision-making and are familiar with services and resources that can help families in distress. Visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/healthymindsfairfax or http://www.nami-northernvirginia.org/parent-peer-support.html.

Ongoing

STEM Professionals Needed. Volunteers are needed to assist K-12 STEM teachers in northern Virginia as part of the American Association for the Advancement of Sciences STEM Volunteer Program, stemvolunteers.org, during the 2019-20 school year.Contact Don Rea at 571-551-2488 or donaldrea@aol.com.

Assistance League of Northern Virginia is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that feeds, clothes and educates children in need. Assistance League's philanthropic programs touch the lives of thousands of children, including those at 11 Title 1 elementary schools in Fairfax and Prince William counties and the City of Alexandria. There are many volunteer opportunities for community members to contribute to helping those in need through Weekend Food for Kids, tutoring programs and providing new clothing and layettes. To learn more, email: info@alnv.org, or visit http://www.alnv.org

Volunteer Adult Mentors Needed. Help assist the Department of Family Services BeFriendA-Child mentoring program. The mentors provide opportunities for companionship, guidance and support to children who have been abused and neglected, or who are at risk of abuse and neglect. Contact Ibrahim Khalil at Ibrahim.khalil@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-324-4547.

RSVP, a volunteer network for seniors seeking service opportunities in and around Fairfax County, Arlington County and the City of Alexandria, offers a wide array of opportunities for volunteers 55 and older. RSVP volunteers enjoy flexible schedules, free accident and liability insurance while serving, optional mileage and meal reimbursement and are invited to volunteer group projects and social gatherings. To sign up for an upcoming orientation, email Carly Hubicki at chubicki@volunteerfairfax.org or call RSVP at 703-403- 5360. To learn more about RSVP, visit http://www.rsvpnova.org.

Sunrise at Reston Town Center offers a monthly Caregiver Support Group on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m. Monthly support group offers a safe place for family caregivers, to meet and develop a mutual support system and to exchange practical information and possible solutions. Learn about resources available in the community and how to manage caregiver related stress. Call 703-956- 8930 or email Reston.ED@sunriseseniorliving.com to RSVP.

Exercise for Parkinsons. Every Monday, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Reston Sport&Health, 11445 Isaac Newton Square, Reston. This program brings together people impacted by Parkinsons Disease to participate in various physical exercises aimed at improving posture, balance and circulation and increasing strength, muscle control and mobility. Free. parkinsonfoundation.org. Call Natalie McCall nmccall@onelifefitness.com 703-904-7600 for more.

Master Gardener Training. The Fairfax County Master Gardener Association offers plant clinics, home turf training or speakers for homeowners meetings. Fees vary. Visit fairfaxgardening.org or call MG Help Desk at 703-324-8556 for more.

Over-40 Softball League. A Fairfax-based league is looking for enough players to form another team. Players must be at last 40 years of age to be eligible. All games are doubleheaders - played on Sundays at Bready Park in Herndon between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Email skeduman@aol.com for more.

Hypothermia Prevention: An Emergency Program for the Homeless To help our vulnerable neighbors survive the winter, we provide overnight shelter with a no turn-away policy at all emergency homeless shelters during freezing weather. Through the coldest months of the winter, we also provide the Hypothermia Prevention Program, a countywide community network of 45 overnight shelters. Through this program last winter, our nonprofit and faith-based community partners served almost 1,000 men and women with a safe, warm place to sleep. If you see someone at night who is unsheltered and you think could be at risk of hypothermia, call the countys non-emergency phone line at 703-691-2131, TTY 711.

Passages DivorceCare. For those experiencing the pain of separation or divorce, the caring community at Vienna Presbyterian Church offers Passages DivorceCare. This 15-week program offers a path toward healing. Vienna Presbyterian Church is located on the corner of Maple Avenue (Rt. 123) and Park Street in Vienna. Cost to cover materials is $20, scholarships available. For more information or to register call 703-938-9050, go to http://www.viennapres.org, or send an email to Passages@ViennaPres.org.

The Herndon Adult Day Health Care Center needs volunteers to assist with fitness activities, arts and crafts, mealtime, entertainment and much more. For these and other volunteer opportunities, call 703-324-5406, TTY 711 or visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults and click on Volunteer Solutions.

The Northern Virginia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteer advocates for residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Contact Lisa Callahan at 703-324-5861, TTY 711 or email Lisa.Callahan@fairfaxcounty.gov . Also visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/olderadultservices/ltcombudsman/.

Fairfax County needs volunteers to drive older adults to medical appointments and wellness programs. For these and other volunteer opportunities, call 703-324-5406, TTY 711 or visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults and click on Volunteer Solutions.

Respite Care volunteers give family caregivers of a frail older adult a well-deserved break so they can go shopping, attend a doctor's appointment or just have coffee with a friend. Volunteers visit and oversee the safety of the older adult for a few hours each month. Support and training are provided. Contact 703-324-7577, TTY 711, or Kristin.Martin@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Fairfax Countys Meals on Wheels urgently needs drivers in the Annandale, Franconia/Kingstowne, Reston, Mount Vernon and McLean areas. 703-324-5406, TTY 711 or http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults.

Habitat Heroes Project. The fourth Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon. Join the Habitat Heroes in protecting Restons forests from aggressive plants and restoring them to their natural state. Wear long sleeves, long pants, and if possible, gardening gloves to protect from insects and dangerous plants. R.A. will provide tools, gloves, snacks, and water. To volunteer and find more information, contact habrock@reston.org or 703-435-7986.

ARTSPACE HERNDON ArtSpace Herndon needs volunteer docents to greet guests, answer the phone and complete sales during normal gallery hours. Volunteers are also needed a few hours each month to assist with exhibit installation and special performing arts events. Training is provided. Flexible shifts are available. For additional information see our website http://www.artspaceherndon.com. Or contact us at 703-956-9560, volunteer@artspaceherndon.com. ArtSpace Herndon, 750 Center Street, Herndon.

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Organising a regular lift to an exercise class, lunch with friends or group outing is a great way of ensuring you get out of a rut.

Starts at 60's bringing you this story, supplied by Starts at 60 with Feros Care, because we thought you may be interested. You can find more information about Starts at 60 with Feros Care at the bottom of the page.

Whether youre still working, semi-retired or retired, the key to an active, fulfilling life is staying challenged, involved and open to new experiences. That doesnt just happen though, it requires a bit of planning and a willingness to put yourself out there.

While some people in their 60s and 70s are trekking across the globe, others are more than happy to immerse themselves in their local community. The one constant is the necessity to stay physically and mentally engaged and active.

Fortunately, there are endless options available to explore via community groups, volunteer organisations and specialised programs designed specifically for older Australians.

But while we all know that being physically active is good for both mind and body, its easier said than done its too easy to put exercise off until tomorrow! A bad nights sleep, a nagging ache or a few drops of rain can all seem like legitimate excuses to postpone that walk or outing.

And as we age, its easy to tell ourselves that we no longer need the stamina to manage a busy family or job, and so we dont need to exercise as much.

However, the opposite is true, because as joints stiffen and muscles weaken, not exercising enough can exacerbate the situation. Good strength and regular movement are essential ingredients for living independently, because regular activity supports the maintenance of flexibility, good posture, balance, muscle strength and helps to maintain a positive mood.

At Feros Care, we believe the answer to this problem of getting into a rut is simple committing to a scheduled class or exercising with a buddy keeps us accountable and even helps us stay motivated. After all, its a lot harder to stay on the couch when your friends are waiting for you!

There are a number of health and welling programs designed by Feros Cares qualified physiotherapists that address the unique requirements of maintaining strength, muscle mass, a range of movement and stamina as we age. Community classes range from a seated version of tai chi to a pool-based program that helps with cardiovascular health.

While getting involved in the fitness world is great, the best results are always seen in holistic approaches. An aerobics class followed by a healthy, home-cooked meal is certainly more effective than one followed by processed fast food. Why undo what youve achieved?

Going hand-in-hand with appropriate exercise is the need to fuel our bodies with nutritious, well-balanced meals. While the amount of food needed to sustain your lifestyle may be less than when you were in your 40s, the quality is even more important. Many diseases that can creep up on us can be managed by adopting a healthy diet.

If you need inspiration, and the plethora of online recipe sites and blogs arent enough, Feros Cares Eat Well Live Well program takes a one-on-one in-home approach to implementing changes, improving nutrition and introducing recipes that are fast and simple to prepare. It isnt complicated, its just about knowing where to start and when you feel good in your body, the whole world looks better too.

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While intermittent fasting and the keto diet are two of the most hyped mediums of weight loss, a lot of people are unaware of the fact that you can actually combine the two to tailor your fitness regime. 24-year-old Mohanish Rajendra Devrukhkar, a personal trainer and an online fitness coach, tells us that he was able to trim from 128 kg to 95 kg in 7 months by mixing the two approaches along with following a dedicated exercise routine.

He shares that growing up, he wanted to become a cricket player but got injured and the injury led him to commence following a fitter lifestyle. I like to think that my injury brought me into the beautiful world of fitness, he says and also breaks down his weight loss journey below.

I weighed 128 kg when I commenced my weight loss journey, and speaking from experience the first and foremost step of any weight loss and body transformation journey is acceptance. You have to accept your body first and then take steps to change it! I did, by embarking on the below weight loss plan.

I started with indulging in lots and lots of cardio in the gym. I was a foodie as well so being on a constant diet was very tough for me but then I got to know about the keto diet. It worked wonders for me because I am a meat lover and also helped me stick to one diet for a long period of time.

A keto diet (also known as the ketogenic diet) is a special diet plan that ensures you are eating foods that are high in fat (about 70 per cent), moderate in protein (about 25 per cent) and extremely low in carbohydrates (about 5 per cent). The main purpose of this diet is to help your body achieve the state of ketosis. When in ketosis, your body is constantly burning fat at a very high rate.

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"Post following keto for a bit, I shifted my focus to weight training with a good amount of daily cardio and a cross training session once every week in the gym. With this new change in my routine, I started following a 16:8 intermittent fasting split alongside keto.

Intermittent Fasting (popularly also known as IF) is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. It doesnt specify which foods you can or cannot eat when you break your fast, but only on the duration of the fast, which often ranges between a 12-hour to 20-hour window.

There are many IF patterns that you can follow the 12:12 method (fasting for 12 hours and eating during the next 12), the 5:2 method (eating regularly for 5 days and then fasting or eating very little for the next 2 days), the Warrior Diet (fasting for 20 hours and eating only during the remaining 4-hour window) and the 16:8 method (fasting for 16 hours and eating during the next 8 hours of the day). Notably, the 16:8 diet is regarded as the most effective intermittent fasting plan.

Follow a 16:8 pattern of eating and consume only keto-friendly food during the eating window. This will help your body achieve ketosis at an even faster rate.

"Currently, I am not trying to maintain my weight as there is no maintenancefor me, it is improvement. You need to always improve when it comes to fitness! I lost 33 kg in 2016, and since then have improved my physique every single day."

Disclaimer: The fitness journey, diet and workout routines shared by the respondents are purely for inspirational purposes and in no way intend to propagate a specific body type. Please consult an authorised medical professional before following any specific diet or workout routine mentioned above.

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Its the one day that you want to look and feel your absolute best, so many brides focus on optimising their diet in the run-up to their wedding.

Whether youre looking for the best pre-wedding weight loss plan, or want to tweak your diet to promote healthy hair and glowing skin a boost, were here to help. Nutritionist Kim Pearsonbreaks down her top tips for what to eat (and avoid) before your wedding.

I always love working with brides to support them in looking and feeling their best for their big day. There is no greater motivator! But before we get onto wedding diets, I want to highlight one key thing to remember. Many women decide that theyd like to lose a few pounds before their wedding, and that is absolutely fine. But the objective should be to look and feel youabsolute best, not somebody elses. Its important to set your goal at a place you know youll feel happy and healthy at, not one that means your other half may no longer recognise you

Pre-Wedding Weight Loss

Many brides to be come to me for help with losing weight and their goals can vary significantly. Time is a key factor the further ahead you can start planning, the more likely you are to reach your goal weight for your big day.

It can be tempting to dive into overly restrictive fad diets to lose weight quickly if time is short. The good news is that its possible, and certainly more sustainable to effectively lose weight without going to extremes. If youre serious about losing weight, consider working with a nutritionistwho can tailor a diet plan specifically to your needs. For a lot of women, simply learning how to structure meals in the right way and knowing what to avoid are key steps in achieving their goal weight. Base your meals around a protein source, healthy fats and plenty of vegetableor salad, rather than starchy carbs like cereals, pasta, bread or rice. Its also important to keep highly processed foods and sugar intake to a minimumand avoid snacking between meals where possible.

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Amongst my other articles for Evening Standard Ive covered topics including how to make your breakfast weight loss friendlyand the food mistakes to avoid if youre trying to lose weight, which you might like to check out. If youre prone to bloating, take a look at my feature on the common causes of bloating and how to beat the bloat.

What to Eat for Better Skin, Hair & Nails

Another common question from brides to be is what they should eat for clearer skin and stronger hair and nails. After all, few things are worse than a breakout on your wedding day. If youre prone to breakouts, keep a skin diary in the run-up to your wedding and note any problem foods or drinks that trigger spots. Common culprits include dairy, alcohol and highly-processed foods so work on identifying food triggers and find alternatives if you want to swerve wedding day blemishes.

Stress can also aggravate acne and trigger breakouts - we will come on to how to manage stress later in the article. It goes without saying that hydration is key for skin health, so drink plenty of water every day. You can log this on an app if youre someone who struggles to remember to keep on top of it.

Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant rich foods are key components of a skin healthy diet. Dark green leafy vegetables and berries are amongst the best sources of antioxidants to help protect skin cells from damage. Bell peppers, broccoli and brussel sprouts all provide good levels of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant which is also essential for collagen production. Essential fats support skin health in a variety of ways, including helping to prevent dry skin. Oily fish like sardines, anchovies, salmon and mackerel are amongst the best sources of omega 3 essential fats but its worth considering a supplement, since many of us dont get enough in our diets.

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When it comes to hair, vitamins A, D and E, iron, zinc and amino acids are all important. A whole food diet that provides optimal protein, healthy fats and a rainbow of different coloured vegetables should be a key focus here too. Biotin, a B vitamin, is the hero when it comes to hair and nail health. Biotin can be found in egg yolk and salmon as well as some nuts and seeds, but there are also plenty of supplementsout there if you need a helping hand.

How to Minimise Stress

It can be really, really stressful planning a wedding. With all this pressure on you to get everything perfect, as well as trying to lose weight and exist with perfect skin, hair and nails, remember to take some time out for yourself and focus on your wellness. Stress can impact our diets in several ways, and if you are trying to lose weight or improve your diet ahead of your wedding, stress has the potential to get in the way of this. Increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol have been linked to increased fat storage around your middle, while emotional eating is common in times of heightened stress.

If you are experiencing stress or anxiety, take time to consider how you can address this. What healthy habits support you in relaxing? For some women, meditation and yoga work well. Others prefer to talk a walk, listen to music or read a magazine. I even have one client who findings colouring in her colouring book relaxes her better than anything.Building restorative time into your schedule is more important than ever during periods of stress.

One of the supplements I most commonly recommend for stress is Ashwanganda. This ancient medicinal herb is classified as an adaptogen. Adaptogens are agents that support the body's ability to accommodate varying physical and emotional stresses, helping maintain balance. Ashwagandha can help you manage stress by reducing levels of the stress hormone cortisol. It has also been shown to enhance the activity of GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter that acts to diminish the activity of neurons in the brain and central nervous system. This puts the body in a greater state of relaxation and alleviates stress and anxiety. Try Pukkas Wholistic Ashwagandha.

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It can be tempting in stressful times to reach for a glass of wine after a long day, but there are countless reasons as to why this will not support you in looking or feeling your best on your wedding day. Aim to keep your consumption below the governments maximum weekly recommended intake of 14 units. If youre aware that you could benefit from drinking less, check out my tips on how to cut down your alcohol intake.

Finally, ensure youre getting plenty of good quality sleep, which will benefit countless areas of your life and wedding prep. Avoiding stimulants like caffeine in the afternoon and implementing a regular bedtime routine can be helpful. You can also try taking a bath with magnesium salts, as magnesium is a known muscle relaxant.

Kim Pearson is a qualified nutritionist and weight loss expert based on Londons Harley Street. She consults clients in London and internationally via her virtual consulting room. For more information about Kim and the services she offers, visit her website.

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The man shared his weight loss journey on Reddit, under the username LKY76. He revealed he is 29, 5'7", and had lost two stone and one pound in eight weeks.

Commenters on his post praised him for his impressive weight loss, and asked how he had managed it.

He responded: "Diet and exercise. Completely cut out carbs and junk food.

"My meals are mostly scrambled eggs and two slices of toast for breakfast, chicken breast or fish cooked in the air fryer with a side of salad and sweet potato for lunch and dinner."

He then shared a secret gem to losing even more weight: "Also, completely cut out soda and have been drinking water for two months straight."

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His weight loss started after a break-up, and he continued: "I started going to the gym everyday, twice a day Monday thru Friday (before and after work tho at night I just do cardio.).

"It also helped that all I did with my ex was go out to eat and have unhealthy stuff, so when that was over weight just started coming off.

"I'm 15 lbs away from my weight goal, and just counting down the weeks till I get there.

The man is not the only person to share his weight loss transformation online.

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One woman lost a whopping nine stone after following a simple diet plan.

Kat Burrows, 31, an infrastructure analyst from Basingstoke, lost an incredible nine stone, dropping from a dress size 24 to a dress size 8, after becoming motivated to lose weight just in time for her wedding day.

Kat had been struggling with her weight for a number of years and revealed she was overweight from an early age.

At the beginningof her weight loss journey sheweighed19st 13lb but once she discovered the LighterLife diet plan her world was transformed and she dropped to a much healthier 10st 13lb.

Id been overweight from an early age, I even remember sneaking food out of the kitchen cupboard when I was younger, she said.

Growing up in our house, food was always a treat, so I always associated it with happiness or for times when I needed comforting.

This mentality followed me into my adult life, and I used food as a crutch for many of lifes obstacles.

For far too long I stayed in a horrible relationship with someone who didnt support me and my weight loss efforts, so I became stuck in a cycle of emotional eating.

Katrevealedthat it wasnt until she met her current husband, Harvey, in 2016, that she felt confident enough to want to do something about her weight.

Having someone support you unconditionally is amazing, if it wasnt for [Harvey] I wouldnt be the healthy and happy woman I am today, she gushed.

When I look to the future, I dont worry about my weight or my health because I now have the tools to maintain my size eight figure, she added.

The weekly group support and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offered by the LighterLife diet plan is what Kat credits as her biggest encouragement of losing such a significant amount of weight.

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