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Make Recovery Part of your Self Care Plan
Even the most healthy among us need to identify ways to help our bodies recover from mental, physical and emotional stress.

Recover from... Pain
with Low Level Light Laser Treatment
With over 40,000 successful treatments and more every day, low-level light laser treatment is stopping body aches and pains at the source, while healing inside and out. The result? More mobility, less pain, higher function and happy patients. And unlike pharmaceuticals that can damage the liver and other organs, as well as become addictive, the "side effects" of low-level light laser are limited to better moods and weight loss, thanks to improved cellular functions.
Curious how it works and feels? Get a full, customized tutorial and trial treatment session for free at MB Laser Therapy Pain Health Management's new Santa Clarita location. 888-1276

Recover from... Trauma
with Pulse Electro Magnetic Field Therapy
Address chronic pain, spinal injuries, head trauma, eye-surgery recovery, frozen joints and more with Pulse Electro Magnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, which has a 100-percent success rate in local trials, with several hundred SCVians already touting the benefits. Pulses, at low frequencies, pass through your skin, penetrating into your tendons, muscles and bones to activate your body's natural repair mechanisms.
Mend Cryotherapy 294-7898

Recover from... Surgery
with Lymphatic Therapy
A must after liposuction, plastic surgery, joint replacement and other surgical procedures, lymphatic therapy reduces swelling, the risk of infection and more. The gentle process increases white-blood-cell count to boost the immune system while encouraging the movement of stagnant bacteria-laden fluid that is then cleansed by the lymphatic system. The fresh, clean fluid is then reintroduced to the cellular environment, encouraging faster healing. You'll leave feeling refreshed and deeply relaxed. Your therapist will use light manual movements, as well as proprietary noninvasive technology to dramatically improve lymph movement during your session.
Optimum Health 253-2900

Recover from... Physical & Emotional Imbalances
with Chromotherapy in your Infrared Sauna
Chromotherapy, also known as color light therapy, is one of the key components to Organic Sweat Shack's three-pronged approach to "#feelhealth." Chromotherapy has been used for centuries, dating back to the Ancient Egyptians' solariums that filtered different hues of light onto the occupants to bring about a sense of calm, harmony and healing. Today, chromotherapy is defined as the science of using the colors of the spectrum to adjust the body's vibrations and frequencies to enhance the feeling of wellness and balance. Our bodies need to have the sun's light - and its full spectrum of colors - to function properly. Any imbalance can manifest negatively within the body both physically and mentally. At Organic Sweat Shack, their saunas are equipped with a full range of color-spectrum options.
Organic Sweat Shack 678-0880

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Take the First Step Towards a Healthier Life
Motivate's Beginner Class is Where You Fall in Love with Lagree
Lagree Fitness is known not just for their signature moves on the M3 Megaformer, but for getting every muscle and tendon firing to point of shaking, delicious exhaustion for maximum results in only 45 minutes. It sounds intense because it is - and that makes some people feel too intimidated to give it a try.

That's where the new Beginner class comes in. This fun, engaging, welcoming class for men and women goes over the basics so that you feel strong and powerful in your Motivate experience. Expect to improve your cardio, strength, endurance, core, balance and flexibility in every move. After a few rounds, you'll be moving seamlessly from one exercise to the next. Instructors are ready to give modifications as necessary, helping you burn 500 to 800 calories during your sweat sesh. Give it a go on Saturdays at 11am.
Motivate 713-8099

Rising Lotus Yoga's Gentle Classes are a Warm & Welcoming Introduction to the Practice
Rising Lotus's teaching staff has studied with the most celebrated yogis in the world, bringing their distinct specialties to the mat to share with the diverse Rising Lotus community. Their remarkable experience levels provide newbies comfortable and customized modifications as necessary.
Each class is different, with some key consistencies. You'll experience a real meaning and connection with your practice, as well as an opportunity to "let joy rise" with each movement. This is not a place of perfection, but a space where everyone is met right where they are. Warmth, love and acceptance abound.

Beginners will find the Easy Does It, Restorative and Urban Zen classes an incredibly gentle introduction to the practice, with more flow-style movements incorporated in Level 1 and above. Sometimes emotional, always empowering, students leave with a more-calm mind and body that is better prepared for the stresses of 21st-century living.
Rising Lotus Yoga 200-7293

Results Fitness
to Donate $89 ($178 after Matching!) to Carousel Ranch when You Sign Up for a 30-day Trial
You've heard about Results' sell-out Metabolism Makeover sessions that alter bodies and minds for the better. You've seen friends and family gain strength and drop excess pounds thanks to their innovative, functional-oriented training plans. You've heard that the owners, Rachel and Alwyn Cosgrove, are globally recognized "trainers of trainers" who regularly are cited in publications like Women's Health Magazine.
But you haven't gone in... yet.

Here's the inspo you need. Results' community commitment - they've been here for nearly two decades - runs deep, which is why they're partnering with Carousel Ranch's "Carousel Kisses & Valentine Wishes" February campaign.

"When we learned that every dollar donated to the Ranch in February will be matched by Wayne and Dianne Crawford, we knew we had to be part of it! My niece has benefited from therapy at the Ranch for years. This is our opportunity to say, 'Thank you!' for all they have done for our family and thousands of others in Santa Clarita. When clients sign up for an $89 30-day Trial Membership and mention Carousel Ranch, every dollar will be donated to the campaign for matching - totaling a $178 donation!," says Rachel Cosgrove.

"We're also donating $1 for every Chocolate-covered Carousel Cherry Shake and Rocking the Carousel Ranch Beets Shake in the month of February. Our Shake Cafe is open to the public, so come by and grab an all-natural, real-fruit shake!"

Your $89 Trial Membership includes major perks to perfectly position you for noticeable results after your month-long experience. You'll start with a customized, evolving training program for workouts that are built for your body, schedule and goals. You'll learn the ropes - form is everything! - during your two semi-private coaching sessions each week. Have fun and connect to the Results community during your two team training sessions each week, where you'll ignite your metabolism and feel like an athlete again - or for the first time ever! Throughout your month, you'll have full access to what Men's Health Magazine called "One of the Top 10 Gyms in America," as well as continuous support and accountability.
Results Fitness 799-7900

Drenched Owner Angela Parretta Named lululemon Ambassador
According to the lululemon website, the company's ambassador program was created as a way to support inspirational members of the community, saying: "Our ambassadors are inspiring leaders, storyteller and doers from around the world. They help us keep our finger on the pulse of what's going on in their communities and provide invaluable feedback so that we can improve and grow." Drenched Owner Angela Parretta, who will hold the ambassadorship for two years, says, "I am so grateful for this opportunity and am humbled by the honor. I am eager to use this ambassadorship to continue to promote the Drenched lifestyle of fun, sassy, sweaty fitness for every body!"
Drenched 713-2601