Style Magazine - January 2023
I’ll forever be a café connoisseur. From the coffee (of course!) to the décor, and the people to the pastries, I have incredibly specific standards. Walking in, I want the ambiance to be lively but not too loud; music is a must, as are ample outlets and infinite nooks and crannies to cozy up at. Bonus points if they make their own baked goods, have strong Wi-Fi (and even stronger coffee), and stay open late. I won’t disclose my favorites, but I will say they’re all mentioned in this month’s feature, “Cool Beans,” where contributor Sharon Penny writes about our region’s robust coffee culture. Read her roundup of the top spots and what makes each one buzzworthy—be it a primo patio, house-made syrups, or sustainably sourced beans— starting on page 62. In true new year’s fashion, we also have plenty of healthy living content—both physical and mental—this month. Turn to “Get Fit” on page 20 to learn about three elite athletes who live locally, including a skilled cyclist, an Ironman (who was told he’d never run again after a debilitating auto accident), and a young soccer star. Their words of well-being wisdom and stories of stamina are sure to inspire. Finally, in “Clear the Cutter” on page 56, area experts tell us their top tips for “living a life you love to come home to, knowing where all your stuff is, and lessening the load of what’s no longer serving you.” As someone who lives in a small space with small kiddos (who make big, BIG messes), I can honestly say that having an organized home does indeed create a calming, less chaotic environment; and, like coffee, makes everything better. Cheers! —Megan megan@stylemg.com
I’ll forever be a café connoisseur. From the coffee (of course!) to the décor, and the people to the pastries, I have incredibly specific standards. Walking in, I want the ambiance to be lively but not too loud; music is a must, as are ample outlets and infinite nooks and crannies to cozy up at. Bonus points if they make their own baked goods, have strong Wi-Fi (and even stronger coffee), and stay open late. I won’t disclose my favorites, but I will say they’re all mentioned in this month’s feature, “Cool Beans,” where contributor Sharon Penny writes about our region’s robust coffee culture. Read her roundup of the top spots and what makes each one buzzworthy—be it a primo patio, house-made syrups, or sustainably sourced beans— starting on page 62.
In true new year’s fashion, we also have plenty of healthy living content—both physical and mental—this month. Turn to “Get Fit” on page 20 to learn about three elite athletes who live locally, including a skilled cyclist, an Ironman (who was told he’d never run again after a debilitating auto accident), and a young soccer star. Their words of well-being wisdom and stories of stamina are sure to inspire.
Finally, in “Clear the Cutter” on page 56, area experts tell us their top tips for “living a life you love to come home to, knowing where all your stuff is, and lessening the load of what’s no longer serving you.” As someone who lives in a small space with small kiddos (who make big, BIG messes), I can honestly say that having an organized home does indeed create a calming, less chaotic environment; and, like coffee, makes everything better. Cheers!
—Megan
megan@stylemg.com
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Devyn Chambers <br />
Devyn Chambers may only be a freshman at Oakmont High<br />
School, but she already has a lot of sports experience under her<br />
belt. She started playing soccer when she was just five years old<br />
and has competed competitively for the past seven. In February<br />
of last year, she took up track and field; last summer, after just<br />
mere months of practice, she placed fourth in long jump (in<br />
her age group) at the 2022 National Junior Olympic Track &<br />
Field Championships. When not competing, you can find her<br />
spending time with friends or reading a good book.<br />
When did you first become interested in fitness?<br />
I’ve always been interested in it! My parents have always<br />
encouraged me to try different sports to see which ones I like and<br />
want to [pursue]. Besides track and soccer, I’ve also participated<br />
in gymnastics, martial arts, lacrosse, basketball, golf, and softball.<br />
What aspects of fitness are you most interested in?<br />
The social part of working out and how it makes me feel. Most of<br />
the activities I’ve participated in are team-oriented, and I enjoy<br />
having friends who are interested in the same sport. We all push<br />
each other to be better, and the friendly competition makes it<br />
fun. I also like how working out makes me feel. I find it satisfying<br />
knowing I’ve gone out on the field or the track and really pushed<br />
myself.<br />
What are your top fitness tips?<br />
Just start! And then slowly interval your way up (for example,<br />
slowly increase weights or reps and go for longer periods of<br />
time). Also, find an activity you like so it doesn’t feel monotonous.<br />
What’s the first thing someone can do to begin a fitness<br />
routine?<br />
Create a reasonable plan or objective and find something you<br />
enjoy.<br />
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Bob Gitsham <br />
Folsom resident and Ironman Bob Gitsham is a lifelong athlete<br />
and credits it for saving his life. He was gravely injured in a serious<br />
car accident just over three years ago and used his passion for<br />
the sport as motivation to leave the hospital. At home, Gitsham<br />
likes to spend time with his wife, Jennifer, two sons, Owen and<br />
Cheyne, and daughter, Mia.<br />
When did you first become interested in fitness?<br />
I’ve always been active and played sports growing up, including<br />
football in college. About five years ago, I took my fitness to<br />
another level and got in triathlons—followed by Ironmans. After<br />
my accident, I was in the hospital for 40 days, five of which were<br />
in a coma, and I didn’t walk for six months.<br />
What aspects of fitness are you most interested in?<br />
I like to see how far I can push myself, hence doing Ironman<br />
events, which consist of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and<br />
a marathon (26.2 miles). Doing those races not only challenges<br />
me physically but more so mentally.<br />
What are your top fitness tips?<br />
Eat clean, get good sleep, and be disciplined in being consistent<br />
with working out.<br />
What’s the first thing someone can do to begin a fitness<br />
routine?<br />
Put your beer or wine down, get off the couch, and go for a walk<br />
three or four times a week, and then build off that.<br />
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Photos courtesy of each athlete.
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