Area gurus share tips, tricks and the favs that keep them moving
Owner and Founder
Fairwood Health & Body Transition
5215 Monroe Street – Suite 5
419-517-1030, burnfattoledo.com
Favorite indulgence: A good craft beer every once in a while . . . followed by a detox of course!
My happy place: At home spending time with my three daughters and wife.
Favorite fitness routine: The TRX bands. There's nothing like using your own body weight to achieve maximum results.
My theme song: “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
My best one-word piece of advice: STRIVE . . . to be happy and help others, and you will achieve fulfillment.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: The fitness classes at the YMCA.
Orthodontist
Drs. Simon, Haerian, & Ludwig
6407 Monroe St.
4198821017, perfectbraces.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Protein drinks so I can get at least 30 grams of protein first thing in the morning.
My bad habit: Falling asleep on the couch.
My theme song: “Big Girl You Are Beautiful” by MIKA
My best one-word piece of advice:Move.
I can't live without: Caffeine.
Owner
Fowl and Fodder
7408 W Central Ave.
419-690-2490, fowlandfodder.com
One health goal for 2015: To stop drinking soda.
My look-good philosophy: Drink lots of water. Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Ice skating at Tam ‘O Shanter. Favorite restaurant in town: Degage Jazz Cafe. Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Getting the proper amount of sleep. I can't live without: My wife. She keeps me organized.
Manager and Bartender
DOMO Sushi
6725 W.Central Ave
419-214-0999, domotoledo.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Almonds, peanuts, vegetables, fruits, and wheat breads
My bad habit: I’m too much of a perfectionist.
One health goal for 2015: Improve my sprint time by 1-2 seconds.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Swimming and soccer
My look-good philosophy: Minimize make-up wear/use. Simple and less is better.
My best one-word piece of advice: Smile.
Owner, Certified Personal Trainer
Definition Fitness and Training
6919 W Central Ave.
419-461-1849, sylvaniafitness.com
I can't live without: Family. My wife and kids mean everything to me.
Favorite fitness routine: I love isolation based workouts. The old school way is the best way, in my opinion.
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Preventing a cheat meal from turning into a cheat week.
My bad habit: Caffeine. It's quite difficult to quit.
My look-good philosophy: Keep your mind and body in balance. You'll look your best when you have a positive attitude.
My best one-word piece of advice: Patience.
Owner
Mitchell Dermatology
900 West South Boundary
Building 9A, Perrysburg
419-872-HOPE (4673), mitchellderm.com
Favorite indulgence: Cold Stone Creamery dark chocolate ice cream with almonds—love it!
My happy place: Friendship Baptist Church
I am guilty of: Doing for others more than I do for myself
My theme song: “Blessed” by Jill Scott
Favorite restaurant in town: Rosie’s Italian Grille
One health goal for 2015: Continue to eat less processed foods—I am almost completely there!
Owner
American Mobile Fitness
419-351-1381, americanmobilefitness.com
Favorite indulgence: Mr Freeze.
My happy place: Up north at the lake.
I am guilty of: Always striving for more.
My theme song: The theme song from “Rocky”
Favorite restaurant in town: Mancy's.
One health goal for 2015: Keep working towards better posture and muscle balance.
Tonic
2221 River Rd., Maumee
419.794.4044, tonicmaumee.com
We’re guilty of: Having too much fun.
We can’t live without: Our Keurig machine.
Favorite fitness routine: Pilates, Yoga, BeyondBarre . . . a 3-way tie!
Our theme song: “Happy” by Pharrell Williams
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Eating right on the go.
Our bad habit: Wine and dark chocolate.
Owner
Optical Arts
2934 W. Central Ave.
419-535-7837, opticalartsinc.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Chips and salsa.
I can’t live without: Chocolate.
Favorite fitness routine: 2 mile run around Olander Park & working out on the Total Gym.
My look-good philosophy: Glasses can make or break your look! The right color perks your complexion up, and the right shape can give you a non-surgical facelift.
My best one-word piece of advice: Passion.
NAMI of Greater Toledo
2753 W. Central Ave.
419-243-1119, namitoledo.org
Favorite indulgence: A good book.
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Managing stress.
Favorite restaurant in town: Inky’s.
My theme song: “Rockin’ Robin,” by Bobby Day. Of course.
I am guilty of: Not living for the moment.
Favorite fitness routine: Walking outdoors.
Owner, Pita Pit
30 S. St. Clair St.
419-214-0980, pitapitnwohio.com
My best one-word piece of advice: Smile. A smile can diffuse difficult situations, make someone feel special and help you get through tough times.
My look-good philosophy: It all starts from within. If you are comfortable in your own skin, your confidence will radiate from you! Don't quite believe it? Fake it ‘til you make it!
One health goal for 2015: To get more quality sleep!
My bad habit: Procrastinating.
My theme song: “Lullaby,” by The Dixie Chicks. Becoming a mother changes your whole perspective on life and what's important, and those ladies say it best.
FACES Skin Health Experts
6595 Secor Rd. Lambertville
734-568-6100, skinbyfaces.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Rx bars, almonds and chia seeds.
Favorite fitness routine: I rotate between circuit training, yoga and Pilates.
My look-good philosophy: It all starts with good, healthy skin!
My best one-word piece of advice: Persevere.
My bad habit: Misplacing my phone, my lip balm, my water bottle, my . . .
Nutrimost Toledo
4210 Sylvania Ave.
419-725-2345, weightlosstoledo.com
I can’t live without: My children and grandchildren.
My theme song: “Shake it Off,” by Taylor Swift.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Meeting with a professional life fitness coach.
My look-good philosophy: When you love yourself to take care of yourself, you always look and feel good at any size.
My one-word piece of advice: Balance.
Owner
Serenity Health & Wellness Center
1685 Lance Pointe Dr.
419-891-2181, serenityhealthmaumee.com
My happy place: Taking a long walk at Oak Openings with our dogs.
Favorite fitness routine: Yoga and playing lots of volleyball!
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: I have to work diligently to find my balance and not spread myself too thin.
My bad habit: Swearing. I give it up for New Years every year and it hasn’t done a damn bit of good.
My look-good philosophy: Confidence is your most attractive accessory.
Owner
Harmony Chiropractic Center, Inc.
3829 Woodley Rd., Ste. 1
419-517-5055, BestToledoChiropractor.com
Favorite indulgence: Rich chocolate desserts, especially my mother-in-law’s chocolate velvet cheesecake. It’s a holiday must and we always joke that it’s the reason I married my wife.
I can’t live without: Coffee. With a two-year-old and four-year-old at home, it’s a must.
Favorite fitness routine: Shaolin Kung Fu. It’s a great combination of cardio, strength and flexibility while learning self-defense techniques.
One health goal for 2015: Lose 30 lbs. and keep it off.
It’s Yoga Toledo
4324 West Central Ave.
419-531-0006, itsyogatoledo.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Red quinoa, that I can cook up and have with any meal, ingredients for my grandfather's pasta sauce and a health breakfast cereal packed with protein.
I am guilty of: Not getting enough sleep. This stems from taking on more than I should and not leaving enough time for me.
Favorite fitness routine: I love practicing the It's Yoga System, which consists of The Rocket Series of three routines, the Classical Ashtanga Full Primary Series and the Modified Primary Series.
My theme song: “You Can Fly” from Peter Pan.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: I grew up on the water. I love being on a lake, river and/or by the ocean. I think the most underrated fitness activity Maumee River and the Metroparks that line it.
Owner
Paulette’s Studio of Dance
4853 Monroe St.
419-654-3262, dancetoledo.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Quinoa, steel cut oats, almonds and chocolate.
My happy place: Wildwood Metropark.
My theme song: “Unwritten”, by Natasha Bedingfield.
Favorite restaurant in town: My Dad’s kitchen.
My bad habit: Rudy’s chili dogs, no onions.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Aerial silks.
Owner
Frankel Dentistry
5012 Talmadge Rd.
419-474-9611, jonfrankeldentistry.com
My pantry is stocked with: Protein bars and shakes, pistachios and almonds. Although I have to admit, I’ve been caught with my spoon in the peanut butter jar.
I am guilty of: I’m a nocturnal nosher, guilty of eating junk food from 8-11pm. If life didn’t interrupt, I’d spend all day Sunday on the couch watching sports.
I can’t live without: My family. An important aspect of health is the support of a strong family and friends. I’m fortunate to have both.
Favorite fitness routine: Running four miles in our metroparks. It clears my head.
My theme song: The Ohio State Fight Song.
One health goal for 2015: To stay young and fit for my new baby, due in March.
Harbor
4334 Secor Rd.
419-475-6428, harbor.org
Favorite indulgence: Blue Nile restaurant in Ann Arbor
One health goal for 2015: Work less and have fun more.
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Central Park West’s aquatic program.
My look-good philosophy: Spend time with friends and enjoy life.
I am guilty of: I’m not telling.
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: My schedule.
Dermatologist & Partner
ADA Aesthetics
12780 Roachton Rd.
419-873-6961, dermatologyassociatesohio.com
Favorite fitness routine: High intensity interval training with some yoga or PiYo to mix it up!
My theme song: “Time After Time,” by Cyndi Lauper.
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Setting aside the time to plan and make nutritious meals
My look-good philosophy: Eight hours of sleep, hydration, and a great aesthetician.
My best one-word piece of advice: Laugh!
I am guilty of: Owning too many pairs of shoes.
Owner
Tamara TCM Wellness Clinic
27068 Oakmead Drive
419-345-4996, tamaraspa.com
My pantry is always stocked with: Organic quinoa, rice, & beans
I can't live without: Pilates, acupuncture, quiet and peaceful moments.
My theme song: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
Most challenging thing about staying healthy: Commitment and self-discipline. It’s always good to ask yourself, “Is this choice going to help me reach my goal?”
Most underrated fitness activity in the 419: Pilates at Body Define!
