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Do You Sweat Too Much?

Try this solution for treating your overactive sweat glands.By Alissa HicksKaitlyn Hicks says there are a variety of options for managing hyperhidrosis such as Botox. Excessive sweating affects so many people. While it’s nothing to be concerned about, it is definitely something that can interfere with one's daily life. We talked with Kaitlyn Hicks, APRN of Dermatology Specialists Research about what can be done to help find relief from excessive sweating. Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating beyond what is required for thermoregulation – the process that allows the body to maintain its temperature – is the proper [...]

By April Allman|2016-08-09T08:30:00-04:00August 9, 2016|Looks Book|

From DJ to Derby Diva

Often a turning point in one’s life comes by simply answering a help wanted ad. And when the position being advertised is at an historic Louisville venue then, as in the case of Marigene Witten, it takes you from college admissions counselor to manager of The Mansion, the privatest of private spaces at Churchill Downs.By Lucy M. Pritchett Photos by Patti Hartog But let’s begin at the beginning. Marigene (her name is a combination of her mother’s and father’s names) majored in communications, theater, and comparative literature at Indiana University. While there she was a [...]

By April Allman|2024-11-24T17:18:17-05:00August 8, 2016|Derby, Turning Point|

Why JoEllyn McAtee Loves CrossFit

Photos by Melissa Donald Big win I competed in the CrossFit Central East Regionals which is a high level CrossFit competition that you must qualify for through the CrossFit Open. I also qualified and competed at the American Open weightlifting meet in 2014. I had our first born, WIlliam Sawyer, about nine months ago which was probably the most challenging fitness experience but at the same time the most rewarding.Swears By CrossFit hits all the components of fitness and it is also fun. Being a college track athlete, I thrived in a team atmosphere and CrossFit is [...]

By April Allman|2016-08-07T08:30:00-04:00August 7, 2016|Best Bodies|

Learn to Move On…

We have all been injured emotionally at one time or another, in one way or another — and the bitter urge to strike back becomes our first reaction.By Bob Mueller There is a better, more productive route, although it can be emotionally difficult. The instructions are simple: Move on. Figure that this, too, shall pass.Put things behind you. Forget about replacing lost money, ignore a competitor’s below-the-belt blow, and never try to second-guess anything. Accept what has transpired and move ahead in a positive and dignified way.Grudges are physically, emotionally, and mentally draining, if not [...]

By April Allman|2016-08-06T08:30:00-04:00August 6, 2016|Mental Health|

Wow, Tracey Green Can Run!

Photo by Melissa Donald Personal Best A new marathon personal best in April, of 3:07:30, for fourth-place female at the Carmel Marathon (Indiana). I committed myself to upholding my end of the deal: doing the work. There’s no questioning, second-guessing, or doubting. I just get out and do it.DriveEye on the prize! I remind myself of the goals I’ve set. You don’t get what you wish for — you get what you work for! GoalsTo break 3 hours in the marathon (6:52 per mile pace) and that’s what I’m working toward every day. #besthealthybodies

By April Allman|2016-08-05T19:00:00-04:00August 5, 2016|Best Bodies|

My Wife Keeps Demanding Things

“I can’t seem to win at anything,” says this husband. “Is there such a thing as a fulfilling marriage?”By Joyce OglesbyQ: “What is happening to women? I know I don’t do everything right, but I do try to be involved with the kids and their schedules, helping out around the house, and rarely do I ask to do something for myself. The more I do for my wife, the more she demands. I can’t seem to win at anything. That keeps us at odds much of the time and, of course, leaving us both lacking [...]

By April Allman|2016-08-05T08:30:00-04:00August 5, 2016|Just Ask Joyce|

Do You Sweat Too Much?

From DJ to Derby Diva

Why JoEllyn McAtee Loves CrossFit

Learn to Move On…

Wow, Tracey Green Can Run!

My Wife Keeps Demanding Things

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