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Photo Gallery | Jackson FD practice burn at the former Lumber Sales on Hwy 60
Author: Judy Steffes | Posted in Jackson, Washington County No comments
August 1, 2017 – Jackson, WI – There was a practice burn in Jackson on Monday night that turned a lot of heads.
Huge plumes of black smoke could be seen by passing motorists from Highway 45. Jackson Fire Chief Aaron Swaney said firefighters were conducting a training burn at the old Jackson Lumber Sales. That company moved to a new location in the industrial park.
Photos courtesy Jackson Fire Department.


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Suck at cat-eyes? E.l.f's $2 eyeliner tape will turn you into a winged liner pro
The even-on-both-sides cat-eye is elusive at best, impossible to pull off without consulting witchcraft at worst. The quest for the perfect flick can leave even the most seasoned makeup obsessive doubting their abilities. In short, we're always looking for ways to create an easy winged line.
That's where E.l.f Line And Define Tape comes in. Other brands have come out with their own versions of liner tape, and one popular beauty hack is to use plain old Scotch tape (yes, like the kind you wrap presents with). However, what's unique about E.l.f's version is that it rings up at only $2 for 40 strips. Not only is that enough to last you almost a month (assuming you're using two strips per eye), but at $2, you don't have to worry about going over your makeup budget for the month.
The product works exactly like it sounds. You peel off a strip of the tape and apply it, sticky side down, against your lash line. For a basic cat-eye, angle it from the outer corner of your eye up toward your brow and stick it in place. It's honestly that simple.
After, apply your liquid liner (or pencil liner) of choice, using the tape as a stencil. Peel off the tape, and you're left with an edge sharp enough to dice a butternut squash. You can also get creative with the tape placement to create a variety of looks.
You can buy the Line and Define Eye Tape online at E.l.f Cosmetics. For $2, you can't go wrong.

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It may come as no surprise to readers of these pages, but we can now officially reveal that millions of Brits are at their happiest when they are in the pub.
A poll to coincide with Cask Ale Week, which runs until October 1, reveals that a quarter of people are happiest when spending time in their local.
The survey, conducted by OnePoll.com on behalf of Cornish brewer St Austell, shows that we are most likely to head to the pub after a hard day at work, an argument with a partner or just to catch up with an old friend.
A St Austell spokesman said: "The fact that more people say they're happier in the pub than in a park, while driving or even while shopping just goes to prove how much we love popping out for a pint."
The survey of 2,000 people also revealed the top reasons why people love the pub. They are:
- Catching up with friends
- The atmosphere
- The opportunity to have a few drinks
- Laughing with friends
- The food
- Somewhere I can drink real ale
- It's close to home
- Having a romantic night with partner
- Playing pool
- Playing fruit/quiz machines
Brits visit the pub twice a month on average, and three in 10 say they often escape to the pub when they're feeling stressed or annoyed.
One in five Britons also visit their local so often they're on first-name terms with the bar staff and landlord.
The greatest pub meal was voted fish and chips, with two in 10 selecting the dish over all other choices on the menu.
Roger Protz, editor of the latest Good Beer Guide, said: "It's reassuring that people still recognise that there is no better place for people to meet, enjoy a beer, strike up a conversation, meet new friends and put the world to rights.
Beer Guide editor Roger Protz knows a good pub
"Pubs are not only the heart of the community, but they are an institution and synonymous with British culture and it's vital that we continue to support them."


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David Wilkerson author of The Cross And The Switchblade died in a car accident on April 27.
His life impacted and challenged many.
Here's the last two paragraphs of the most recent post on Wilkerson's blog:
To those going through the valley and shadow of death, hear this word: Weeping will last through some dark, awful nights—and in that darkness you will soon hear the Father whisper, "I am with you. I cannot tell you why right now, but one day it will all make sense. You will see it was all part of my plan. It was no accident. It was no failure on your part. Hold fast. Let me embrace you in your hour of pain."
Beloved, God has never failed to act but in goodness and love. When all means fail—his love prevails. Hold fast to your faith. Stand fast in his Word. There is no other hope in this world.


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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (MCVL.org) - On the cusp of crowning a tournament champion and awarding an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Championships, the Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League announced its All-Conference Teams as voted on by the league's coaches, celebrating the accomplishments of 16 student-athletes, representing seven of the league's 10 teams.
As regular season champions and the top-ranked program in the country, it should be no surprise that Carthage took home four First Team All-MCVL picks in Matt Reinsel, Matt Silvinski, Evan Walsh and Eric Winter. For Reinsel, he becomes the first four-time First Team All-Conference player in league history. His 12.18 assists per set ranks first in the nation, as part of an offense that leads Division III at 13.79 kills per set. Evan Walsh collected his second First Team All-Conference honor, led in part by his 3.69 kills per set that ranked in the top-15 nationally and led the MCVL.
Defensively, Winter was a machine at the net for the Red Men, averaging 1.41 blocks per set in league play and finished the season with seventh in Division III at 1.04 blocks per set. Silvinski totaled 259 kills this season including 86 in the MCVL. His 3.74 kills per set rate was good for third in the league this year.
One word is all that's needed to describe the play of Emir Hadzisalihovic … dominant. Simply put, the Fontbonne senior recorded a kill on nearly half of his attempts, leading the nation in the process with a .498 attack percentage. In MCVL action, Hadzisalihovic hit .463 while also totaling 31 blocks, defensively. Joining Hadzisalihovic on the First Team this season is Kyler van Rossum-O'Connell, the play-caller of the Griffins' offensive unit. Behind Reinsel, van Rossum-O'Connell was the second-best distributor, averaging 10.60 assists per set in the MCVL and 10.72 overall, which ranked third in Division III.
Loras experienced a season-full of firsts in 2019, which included its first 20-win season along with the first time the program received a First Team All-MCVL selection. Prior to 2019, the Duhawks had earned three All-MCVL picks, with all three coming as Second Team selections. Led by the play of Mihajlo Gomez and Grant Ooms, Loras carried with it an electric offense with Gomez and Ooms combining for 224 kills in league play, good for an average of 7.00 per set and nearly 25 per match. When Gomez wasn't putting away kills, he was leading the conference in service aces per set at .70, a statistic that ranked him fifth in Division III.
Headlining the All-MCVL Second Team was the trio from North Central in Anthony Kluzak, Bozhidar Kolev and Jacob Zemba. Kolev repeated as a Second Team pick from a season ago while Kluzak and Zemba earned postseason accolades for the first time in their careers.
Following the North Central trio, this year's Second Team included three repeat honorees from the 2018 All-MCVL honor roll in Adrian's Noah Marcinkowski, Augustana's Matthew Schiferl and Fontbonne's Zach Rothstein.
Earning All-MCVL designation for the first time in their careers were Patrick Hollander from Loras and Jason Hascher from Mount St. Joseph.
2019 MCVL All-Conference Teams
First Team
Matt Reinsel (Carthage)
Matt Silvinski (Carthage)
Evan Walsh (Carthage)
Eric Winter (Carthage)
Emir Hadzisalihovic (Fontbonne)
Kyler van Rossum-O'Connell (Fontbonne)
Mihajlo Gomez (Loras)
Grant Ooms (Loras)
Second Team
Noah Marcinkowski (Adrian)
Matthew Schiferl (Augustana)
Zach Rothstein (Fontbonne)
Patrick Hollander (Loras)
Jason Hascher (Mount St. Joseph)
Anthony Kluzak (North Central)
Bozhidar Kolev (North Central)
Jacob Zemba (North Central)


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Large Ruzafa Apartment in Impressive Building
4 bedrooms | Apartment | City | Valencia City
Property: 126 m²
Price: € 260,000 Euros.
Ruzafa continues to be the most popular area for foreign buyers in Valencia and no surprise when you look at a huge apartment like this on a great road. Four bedrooms, bathroom, which is probably the downside only having one, good sized kitchen and living room. Ready to move in with central heating and new windows this apartment offers a good amount for your money on the second floor with lift.
Come along and take a look at this Ruzafa apartment for sale in Valencia. You won't be disappointed.


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North Springs Charter High School Freshman Academy Class of 2022 answering the question for CNN's Freedom Project, "What makes me feel free?". Prepping for #myfreedomday on 3/14/2019. @DrWilkinsNSHS #thenorthspringsway @hansonmscott #freshspartans22 #CNNFreedomProject pic.twitter.com/P0UuXb7GA2— Kelly Rice Olson (@NSmyfreedomday) February 27, 2019
March 14th is #MyFreedomDay - a day long, student-driven event to raise awareness of modern slavery. Join our secondary students by posting what makes you feel free on your social media accounts as part of the CNN campaign. Don't forget to include the hashtag #myfreedomday pic.twitter.com/SUDlciE150— Atlanta Int'l School (@AIS_Eagles) February 21, 2019


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Seattle's venture into the frontier of parkingless residential buildings: a model for other cities?
High density does not make a walkable transit oriented city. However, high density with low car ownership does. Getting rid of parking minimum requirements is an important step toward a more walkable and healthier city, plus makes market rate housing more affordable. $35,000 per downtown parking space is the average cost. It's not a pain free transition, but Seattle is taking the long view. This Seattle Times article looks at Seattle's transition to parkingless residential construction.


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This is my entry for SewCalGal's 2011 Christmas Quilt Show. This quilt is from Comfort and Joy by Mary Hickey. It was a fun and easy quilt to make. I've taught this class at In Between Stitches, and all of the quilts are just beautiful. Check them out in their beginning stage here. The combinations of color are endless. What is better for Christmas than a star quilt?
Friday, December 2, 2011
Star Quilts for Christmas
This is my entry for SewCalGal's 2011 Christmas Quilt Show. This quilt is from Comfort and Joy by Mary Hickey. It was a fun and easy quilt to make. I've taught this class at In Between Stitches, and all of the quilts are just beautiful. Check them out in their beginning stage here. The combinations of color are endless. What is better for Christmas than a star quilt?
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I like them both very much. Stars are a beautiful block design for Christmas quilts.ReplyDelete
Both quilts are lovely, can't beat a quilt with lots of stars! The quilting on the first one is so beautiful, I'm definitely a feather girl.ReplyDelete
Both of your star quilts are simply stunning. And the quilting,wow!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 2, 2011 at 7:59 AM
Just beautiful!ReplyDelete
That storm is blew through here last night... and stayed. Lost power a few times... rain/snow mix on the way. 'Tis the season.
Both beauties!ReplyDelete
Once again...your quilting is such an inspiration! Both quilts are wonderful!!ReplyDelete
beautiful quilts - I love the quilting in the first one - stunning!ReplyDelete
Very pretty quilts!=)ReplyDelete
wow...that's gorgeousReplyDelete
They are both just Wonderful Christmas Quilts !ReplyDelete
I'm a sucker for stars on a quilt! LOL this is just beautiful!ReplyDelete
I like the charmer with pieced corner squares for the border. The feather cables are very pretty!ReplyDelete
Just two very charming quilts with exquisite quilting. Thank you for sharing.ReplyDelete
beautiful quilt!ReplyDelete
I love star quilts.ReplyDelete
This is two wonderful quilts. Love them both.ReplyDelete
beautiful quiltReplyDelete
I'm glad you entered as both quilts are wonderful. The one from Comfort and Joy is my list to make in the future.ReplyDelete
The quilting on the first one is amazing. That really makes the quilt! I love the design on the second one. Just beautiful!ReplyDelete
Both quilts are beautiful. I can't decide which one I like best!ReplyDelete
I must agree that star quilts are great for Christmas. Love the colours you have used.ReplyDelete
perfect. greatReplyDelete
As you already know, I think they are both bee-oo-tii-ful.ReplyDelete
"Midnight Star" is gorgeous. Love the quilting on it, the colors, everything about it. :) I need to go explore your blog now, because I'm seeing all kinds of intriguing things. ;DReplyDelete
Your country charmer quilt is gorgeous!ReplyDelete
the quilting is exquisite!ReplyDelete
Love Country charmer - will you be publishing a pattern?ReplyDelete
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Oh wow! What beautiful work!ReplyDelete
Beautiful quilts! The quilting is lovely.ReplyDelete
stars are so appropriate for christmas!!ReplyDelete
Beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing!!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous quilting!ReplyDelete
I really love this quilt Lynn. Very pretty.ReplyDelete
These are both gorgeous. The quilting on the first one is stunning!ReplyDelete
Beautiful quilts.ReplyDelete
Both of these are just lovely.ReplyDelete
Stunning! I can see why you are teaching classes - well done!ReplyDelete
OMG!!! I can't decide which quilt I like best. they are both wonderful.ReplyDelete
Your quilts are just gorgeous! I am your newest follower. :o)ReplyDelete
I don't know what I can say that has not been said. Love your quilting.ReplyDelete
Very nice! Love the quilting :-) Glad the windstorm is over for you.ReplyDelete
Both are lovely, but I like the one with the pink added the best. Very neat color choices. Thank you for sharing.ReplyDelete
Really lovely, great quilting!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 7, 2011 at 6:15 PM
Lynn,Beautiful post and blog site. Thank-you so much for a wonderful day of quilting. sorry I didn't stay to the end. JollyneReplyDelete


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I go about composing like a factory worker. I punch in. I believe it's written somewhere "Steve Swallow has to sit uneasily at the piano for ten hours before receiving his next idea," so I sit there as patiently as possible. Eventually, an idea always comes, and then the rest is science.Steve Swallow
"Steve Swallow" is a jazz bassist and composer noted for his numerous collaborations.
Swallow is noted for collaborations with Jimmy Giuffre, Gary Burton and Carla Bley. He was also one of the first double bassists in jazz to switch entirely to electric bass guitar, on which he has a distinctively nimble sound.If you enjoy these quotes, be sure to check out other famous musicians! More Steve Swallow on Wikipedia.
As for the Beatles: I was very taken by them during their brief career. I was impressed most by the quality of their songwriting, and by George Martin's production. But their importance to me faded fairly quickly after they broke up, as my interests shifted. I think in the end I was much more decisively influenced by some of their influences, most particularly Motown.Steve Swallow
If a commission comes in for tuba and gorilla, she'll write a piece for tuba and gorilla, and it'll come out sounding like her. I think the humor in her music is ... like her thumbprint. And I would have to say that extends into her life away from music as well. I think it would be impossible for her to remain somber for more than a few minutes at a stretch.Steve Swallow
Composing is as important to me as playing. My feeling is that playing and composing support and nourish each other. I'd be a lesser player if I didn't write, and a lesser writer if I didn't play. Composing is tremendously difficult and painful for me, and I often go to great lengths to avoid it.Steve Swallow


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Why did lions in the Tsavo region start to attack humans in the first place? Modern behavioral and scientific research has given us some surprising insights into the causes of the 1898 attacks as well as modern lion attacks in the same area.
In 1898, two male lions killed and ate dozens of people in Tsavo and shut down construction of the Uganda Railroad. Lt. Col. John H. Patterson, a civil engineer working on the project, made it his personal mission to stop the feline scourge.


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The unanticipated passing of the no-confidence motion brought by the PPP/Civic Opposition in Guyana against the APNU/AFC coalition Government as a result of an MP of the AFC voting with the Opposition has raised some issues of the nature of representative democratic politics as well as consequences for constitutional and political outcomes in Guyana.
As regards democratic representation, the first question that needs a response is what are the duties and responsibilities of a representative in Parliament. One may surmise that the priority obligation is to faithfully represent the interests, concerns, wishes and aspirations of his/her constituents and to do so by observing the oath of office which, in the case of T&T, is to uphold the Constitution and the law and to do right by all manner of men without fear or favour, affection or ill-will. The oath, therefore, implies that the representative's duties' should be carried out dispassionately, with integrity and conscientious judgment and in conformity with the law.
In the case of the first-past-the-post electoral system, the constituents are defined by geographical boundaries as is the case in T&T whereas, with respect to proportional representation, as implemented in Guyana, the constituents may be extended to include all those who voted for the party which selected the representative.
In both systems, however, a representative in Parliament is generally elected through association with or support of a political party. In fact, in many jurisdictions, it is assumed that it is the party's support which is the dominant factor in the election of a MP. Therefore, the member is deemed to have an obligation to the party on whose ticket he/she successfully entered Parliament.
That obligation may encompass adherence to the party's rules and constitution and subscription to its policies and programmes both in and out of Parliament. In fact, in some jurisdictions, laws have been passed requiring a member to vacate his/her seat in the event that he/she resigns or is expelled from the party on whose ticket the member contested and won the seat. The justification for such provision in the law is that there is need to maintain a measure of parliamentary stability for both the ruling party and government as well as for opposition parties and to prevent rampant individualism, political opportunism, and inconsistencies in representation.
On the other hand, one of the consequences of laws which in effect prescribe obedience to party directive is that the freedom of action and expression of representatives is circumscribed and some argue that it is inimical to the spirit of representative democracy. Some leaders have placed a premium on party loyalty to even stifle dissent. Others have declared adherence to the principle of party paramountcy. Many have argued that strict compliance with party positions and policies converts ordinary members and representatives to ciphers and sycophants.
Indeed, sometimes it is a sad sight to see men and women dispense with their pride, independence, and critical faculty so as not to defy the party which in effect means the leadership. This is done in order to preserve their seats in Parliament or their positions in Government.
Clearly, there will be occasions when an MP conscientiously disagrees with the majority view of the party and the positions and policies adopted by it. There will be other occasions when there is irreconcilable conflict between an MP's duty to his constituents and his obligation to support party policies and direction. A conflicted MP may raise his/her objections and disagreements internally and seek to persuade the majority. If he/she is unsuccessful, then there are two options available—either to suppress one's own opinion and judgment and go along with the position of the majority or publicly proclaim disagreement and dissatisfaction and face the consequences. When and how an MP chooses to make the rebellious position public resides in his/her discretion.
In the case of MP Charrandas Persaud, he chose the occasion of a no-confidence vote against the Government of which his party was a member to make his opposition public. He would have known the enormous consequences of his action. There could have been the imminent collapse of the Government, a constitutional imbroglio and the possible calling of national elections. He would also have anticipated the violent reaction of his erstwhile parliamentary colleagues some of whom resorted to expletives, threats, and vociferous condemnation.
It is difficult to accurately assess the motivation which impelled Charrandas Persaud to make his momentous decision. Did he feel that his views were ignored and dismissed as a supporter of the Government or did he believe that his constituents (AFC voters) were disenchanted and even betrayed by the policies of the Government? As a consequence did he see it as his duty to express that disenchantment publicly which trumped his obligation to the party?
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Essay Writing Competition
Eastern Railway is organizing an Essay Writing Competition (in English) for creating awareness amongst the students regarding ill effects of corruption and unethical practices in society.
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|Within 1000
Prize money of the competition
1st Prize -Rs. 2000/-
2nd Prize-Rs. 1500/-
3rd Prize-Rs. 1000/-
Students are requested to submit their write up to the office of the Dean of Students positively within 17 October 2017.
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I Got My 'Medicare' Card Today — A Few Weeks Earlier Than Expected.
They say that they send it to you three months ahead of your start date. So, I was not expecting it for at least another couple of weeks. But, I was glad to have got it.
The Social Security Administration (SSA), whatever people might say about it, is on the ball — other than when it comes to calculating children's benefits, which takes them months.
I think I am in the first batch of folks to get the NEW style Medicare cards, sans a Social Security number. From what I have seen they only started sending out the new style cards as of mid-April 2018.
As soon as I got the card, and had scanned it for posterity, I went ahead and set up my MyMedicare.gov account. Easy enough, after I worked out that they want my user-id in all caps though I typed it in lowercase. Now just have to select a Part C 'Advantage' plan with drug coverage and I am all set.
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What Is It? How Does It Work? What You Can Expect Health Benefits How To Choose a Practitioner Cautions ReferencesEvidence Based Rating Scale
What Is It?
Strictly defined, fasting is abstinence from all food and drink (except water) for a limited period of time to maintain or improve health, or to treat a specific illness. Juice fasting, a popular variation, is abstinence from all food and drink except water and vegetable and fruit juices. A modified fast includes small amounts of solid food, usually raw fruits as well as raw and steamed vegetables. Some advocates of fasting also include other modifications, such as vegetable broth, herbal teas, brown rice, and nutritional supplements. Most of the research examining the therapeutic value of fasting has explored the water-only method.
A short fast, which lasts from one to three days, is generally well tolerated by most people who are otherwise healthy and who are not pregnant or breastfeeding. An extended fast lasting more than three days should be supervised by a doctor, such as one trained in fasting therapy.
Fasting has been practiced since ancient times. In fact, there are references to it in the Bible, the Koran, and ancient Chinese and Greek medical texts. Historically, people have fasted as part of religious rituals, as a way of expressing grief, and as part of political protests. Fasting to benefit health is a relatively new practice and is generally undertaken only in prosperous Western societies.
One of the first doctors in the United States to advocate fasting was Isaac Jennings, M.D. (1788-1874) of Fairfield, Connecticut. Jennings rejected the therapeutic use of drugs to treat specific ailments and instead developed a treatment program that included periodic fasting, a vegetarian diet, pure water, sunshine, clean air, exercise, and rest. His program, which came to be known as the Natural Hygiene system, is still practiced today, and doctors who follow it usually specialize in overseeing therapeutic fasts.
Perhaps the best-known modern proponent and practitioner of therapeutic fasting was Herbert M. Shelton (1895-1985), a chiropractor and naturopath who developed a strict (water only) fasting protocol in the late 1920s. In 1928, Shelton founded his own health school, and in 1948 he helped to establish the American Natural Hygiene Society to further promote fasting and a holistic lifestyle to a lay public. In 1978, he formed a professional branch, today known as the International Association of Hygienic Physicians (IAHP). The organization publishes research on fasting and provides certification in fasting therapy to physicians in the fields of medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, and naturopathy.
How Does It Work?
Critics of fasting therapy often confuse fasting with starvation. In the fasting state, nonessential tissue, such as Fat, is used for fuel while vital organs are spared. Starvation occurs when the body has depleted its fat stores and begins to use vital organs for fuel. Obviously, if the body does not receive food after a supervised fast, starvation and death will inevitably follow.
The series of physiologic events that occurs within the body during a fasting state has been well-studied and follows a definite sequence. Basically, the body undergoes certain changes in metabolism to conserve its energy sources but continues to function with the same degree of efficiency. For example, blood sugar levels remain fairly constant no matter how long the fast lasts.
Early in fasting, the body both manufactures glucose (gluconeogenesis) and releases stores of it from within the liver (glycogenolysis). After a few days, the body will release triglycerides from fat cells. These tryglycerides become oxidized and form acids called ketones, which are then used for energy production. All of these changes slow the overall metabolism of the body to about 75% of its normal rate. For this reason, plenty of rest (and no vigorous exercise) is routinely advised while fasting.
There is very little published evidence that fasting has any value for a healthy individual. Even so, practitioners of naturopathic medicine regularly recommend fasting as the therapeutic tool for internal cleansing, otherwise known as detoxification. Periodic fasting, naturopaths believe, helps overworked systems (the gastrointestinal tract, skin, liver, and kidneys) remove potentially damaging toxins from the body.
Not surprisingly, a naturopath's definition of what constitutes a "toxin" goes beyond that of conventional medicine. And while both camps tend to agree that certain heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury) and chemical compounds (pesticides, herbicides, solvents) are toxic, naturopaths expand the list to include food additives, many commonly prescribed drugs, cigarettes, recreational drugs and alcohol, and substances produced by bacteria-induced chemical reactions in the intestine.
In addition to using fasting for cleansing purposes, many healthy individuals find it a useful way of weaning themselves off of unhealthy foods. A fast of no more than three days can be used to launch a healthier diet--for example, eliminating coffee or changing to a vegetarian diet from a meat-based regimen.
A fast can also be an effective way to begin a low-Calorie diet, a signal to your body that you're altering the way you eat. But the hunger produced from a fast can lead some people to binge afterward. The "yo-yo" effect of fasting and binging can slow down metabolism, making it harder to lose weight in the long run.
What You Can Expect
If a primary-care practitioner isn't willing to supervise a fast, seek a naturopathic physician, nutritionally oriented chiropractor, nutritionist, or registered dietitian. Before beginning a fast, the practitioner should take a medical history, conduct a physical examination, and perform other tests to be sure that the patient's body is up to the challenge of a fast.
Prepare for the fast with a day of eating light vegetarian meals, focusing on raw fruits plus raw and steamed vegetables. Throughout the fast, drink plenty of liquids--water, for a strict fast, and non-acidic juices and herbal teas for a modified fast. Continue any prescription medicines for specific conditions, but stop taking any nutritional supplements during the fast. The method of stopping a fast is also important. Ease back into solid food the same way the fast began--with light meals of fruits and vegetables. A large amount of food right away may be too much for the body to comfortably handle.
The beginning of a fast may feel energizing. Or, hunger may trigger headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and irritability. As time goes on, a calm and heightened sense of well-being and clarity of mind may set in. Sleep patterns may be disrupted, however. Be sure to nap during the day if sleep at night is lighter. In addition, the tongue may feel furry or coated, and bad breath may develop. Use a mouth rinse of plain water or water mixed with lemon juice to relieve these symptoms. If dizziness, nausea, aching limbs, or visual or hearing disturbances are bothersome, contact your practitioner.
Don't expect to pursue regular activities during a fast. For a weekend fast, stay close to home, and limit exercise to walks, stretching exercises, yoga, or tai chi. Good pastimes are meditating, napping, reading, and listening to relaxing music.
Health Benefits
Published research into therapeutic fasting first appeared in the late nineteenth century. Since that time, articles have appeared in conventional medical journals in both the United States and Europe showing the positive results of supervised fasting in treating various diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disorders, diabetes, skin disease, gastrointestinal disease, arthritis, and allergies.
Specifically, fasting may help to:
Lose weight. The majority of published evidence regarding the health benefits of fasting is most often related to weight loss in obese patients. On average, initial weight loss during fasting has been found to be about 0.30% of body weight per day, gradually decreasing to 0.10% daily after 30 days of fasting. (1) Numerous articles published in the early and mid-1900s advocated short and long fasts as safe and effective means of losing weight. And in 1973, one of the most famous studies on obesity was published in the Postgraduate Medical Journal. In this case study, a 27-year-old man fasted without complications for 382 days and lost 276 pounds. (2) However, results from a 1976 long-term study of 132 fasting patients were not remarkably favorable. The patients underwent a long fast while supervised in a hospital, and researchers followed their weight loss between 1 to 6.5 years later. Of the 132 patients, 64 (48%) were considered to be successful upon follow-up: 37 patients had continued to lose weight, 20 patients had maintained their fasting result, and 7 patients had regained less than one-third of the weight lost during the fast. The group's mean obesity dropped from 57% to 29%, which at the time corresponded to a 60% reduction of mortality in certain age groups. However, five patients were lost to follow-up and the remaining 63 of the 132 patients (48%) had regained more than one-third of their original weight loss. (3) In general, studies have found that fasting alone, without counseling or other lifestyle modifications, does not ensure long-term maintenance of the lower body weight achieved through fasting. A 1982 review of studies found rapid weight loss can be achieved by fasting, but long-term success is most often achieved through a combination of techniques, including counseling, behavior modification, exercise, proper nutritional instruction and a protein-sparing modified fast (for those 30% or more over their ideal body weight). (4)
Treat diabetes. Many patients with Type 2 diabetes are significantly overweight, and weight loss can provide marked improvement in their blood glucose levels. Researchers also are interested in the effect of fasting on blood glucose levels, in addition to potential weight loss from fasting. Some proponents of fasting believe it not only detoxifies cells and rejuvenates organs but also may cure conditions such as diabetes by restoring pre-diabetic conditions. However, evidence of this has thus far only been anecdotal. While fasting can be dangerous for patients with diabetes, especially in those requiring drugs to maintain healthy insulin levels, some studies are beginning to examine the potential of fasting to treat diabetes. A 1999 study investigated the effect of intermittent feeding and fasting on diabetes in rats. The rats were divided into three groups: Group 1 was the control group; food (but not water) was withdrawn for 24-hour intervals twice a week in Group 2; and food (but not water) was withdrawn for 24-hour intervals every second day in Group 3. During the study, 79% of the control group became diabetic, and 50% and 52% of groups 2 and 3, respectively, became diabetic. In the non-diabetic rats, blood glucose values at the end of the study had reduced on the altered food regimen. And intermittent feeding and fasting caused reduced weight gain in groups 2 and 3, compared to the control group. Researchers concluded that intermittent feeding and fasting reduced the incidence of diabetes in rats. (5) More recently, in 2003, laboratory mice on a regimen of fasting every other day while eating double the normal amount of food on non-fasting days had improved health indicators including insulin and blood sugar control and neuronal resistance to injury compared to mice eating 40 percent calorie-restricted diets on a daily basis. (6, 7) More research is needed to determine the effects of fasting on diabetes in humans.
Treat cardiovascular risk factors. In the 1960s, researchers began to study the effects of fasting on heart disease after earlier studies concentrating on weight loss had shown potential for improving symptoms such as hypertension and cholesterol levels. Preliminary studies showed improved reductions in serum triglyceride values, blood pressure, atheromas (swelling of arterial walls caused by cholesterol), and total cholesterol levels. For example, a case study published in the Lancet in 1966 showed that fasting for 249 days to treat obesity also increased the ratio of HDL cholesterol to total cholesterol; and the famous 1973 study published in the Postgraduate Medical Journal about a 382-day fast also noted similar improvements in cholesterol. (8, 2) And in a 2001 study of 174 patients with high blood pressure (HBP), researchers studied the effects of a water-only fast for treatment. The patients underwent a brief pre-fast period eating only fruits and vegetables, followed by a water-only fast for 10 to 11 days and a refeeding period of about six to seven days to introduce a low-fat, low-sodium, vegan diet. Almost 90% of subjects achieved BP lower than 140/90 mmHg by the end of the program, with an average reduction in blood pressure being 37/13 mmHg. In patients with stage III hypertension (systolic BP greater than 180 mmHg), the average reduction in systolic BP exceeded 60 points. This was the largest effect published to this date. (9) Nine months later, the same lead researcher studied 68 patients with HBP (over 119/91 mmHg). The patients underwent a pre-fast period of fruits and vegetables, followed by about 13 days of water-only fasting and then a six-day refeeding program similar to the previous study. About 82% of the subjects achieved BP at or below 120/80 mmHg by the end of the program, with an average ending BP of 99/67 mmHg. (10) And in a letter to the editor published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in December 2002, the same researcher described initial results in 30 patients with HBP participating in a residential health education program that included the supervision of water-only fasting for an average of 14 days. The BP, weight, and cost of treatment and medications were compared for the year prior to and the year after fasting. Results from the study showed improvements in BP and weight reduction had been maintained, as well as an average reduction in combined medical and drug costs of almost $2,700 per year per subject. (11)
Manage rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers have found a strong link between diet and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) – both in terms of cause and cure. This chronic inflammatory condition is often aggravated by allergenic foods such as wheat, dairy products, beef, and food additives. Eliminating the offending foods first through fasting and then reintroducing safe foods may help some patients with RA. Fasting helps to reduce the absorption of allergenic food components from the gastrointestinal tract and to reduce the levels of inflammatory mediators. (12) Preliminary anecdotal evidence from scientists indicated anti-inflammatory effects of fasting, noticeable through decreases in arthralgia, pain, stiffness, and need for medication. Consistent with those findings, a 1984 study of 43 patients with definite or classic rheumatoid arthritis found significant improvements in grip strength, pain, swelling of proximal interphalangeal joints (the finger joints closest to the hand), and functional activity after fasting for seven days. (13) Similarly, in a 1991 controlled study published in Lancet, 27 patients with RA were studied for 13 months to determine the effect of diet on their condition. The patients were divided into two groups: one group began with a 7- to 10-day liquid fast (vegetable juices, teas, broths; no fruit juices) and then were treated with a gluten-free vegan diet, and the control group continued to eat what they wanted. After the fast, the patients in that group reintroduced a "new†food item every second day. If they noticed an increase in pain, stiffness, or joint swelling within two to 48 hours, the item was omitted from the diet for at least seven days before being reintroduced a second time. If the food caused worsening of symptoms after the second time, it was omitted permanently from the patient's diet. After four weeks, the fasting/diet group showed a significant improvement in several symptoms, including number of tender joints, number of swollen joints, pain score, duration of morning stiffness, grip strength, C-reactive protein, white blood cell count, and a health assessment questionnaire score. In the control group, only the pain score improved significantly. At one-year follow-up, all patients whose RA responded to the diet were still following it. Researchers noted the therapeutic benefit of fasting and a special diet on eliminating food allergies and improving dietary fatty acids, which act as inflammatory mediators. (14)
Test for food allergy. As with the rheumatoid arthritis study, fasting has been used as a diagnostic test to determine food intolerances. After a five-day water-fast, patients with suspected food allergies introduce suspected foods to determine when a reaction occurs. Proponents believe it is necessary to fast for at least 5 days to rid the body of all allergic responses. (15) Researchers have found that the primary therapy for food allergy in adults and children is to first eliminate the responsible food. (16-18)
Improve skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. The anti-inflammatory effects of fasting also may be useful in treating some skin conditions characterized by inflammation. Researchers believe fasting may improve symptoms of eczema and psoriasis, but few studies have examined this potential treatment. In a 1983 study of 20 patients who underwent a two-week modified fast followed by a three-week vegan diet, patients with eczema and psoriasis showed improvement of symptoms during the fast. Signs and symptoms of eczema and psoriasis returned in most patients during the diet phase, with the exception of some patients with psoriasis who experienced an improvement. (19) This preliminary evidence indicates potential efficacy, but the small sample size is limiting. More research is needed in this area to confirm or refute efficacy.
How To Choose a Practitioner
Because fasting is not included in conventional medical training, the number of physicians utilizing this therapeutic tool remains very small. While a primary-care physician may be willing to supervise a short fast, longer fasts should be guided and monitored by a naturopathic physician, nutritionally oriented chiropractor, nutritionist, or registered dietitian. Ask your primary-care practitioner for a referral.
Patients with a chronic medical problem interested in the benefits of fasting as a therapeutic modality specific to that condition should locate a nutritionally oriented physician or naturopath with some experience in the field.
A directory of practitioners who specialize in fasting therapy is available through the International Association of Hygienic Physicians (IAHP), in Youngstown, Ohio.
1. Shils ME. Modern nutrition in health and disease, 9th ed. Philadelphia: Lea & Febiger, 1998.2. Stewart WK, Fleming LW. Features of a successful therapeutic fast of 382 days' duration. Postgrad Med J. 1973;49:203-9.3. Goschke H, Hausser R, Lauffenburger TH, et al. [Long-term results of fasting. Results from 132 consecutive patients after 1-6 1/2 years]. Schweiz Med Wochenschr. 1976 May 22;106(21):713-7.4. Linet OI. Long-term efficacy of medical treatments of obesity. Klin Wochenschr. 1982 Feb 1;60(3):115-20.5. Pedersen CR, Hagemann I, Bock T, Buschard K. Intermittent feeding and fasting reduces diabetes incidence in BB rats. Autoimmunity. 1999;30(4):243-50.6. Anson RM, Guo Z, de Cabo R, et al. Intermittent fasting dissociates beneficial effects of dietary restriction on glucose metabolism and neuronal resistance to injury from calorie intake. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. 2003 May 13;100(10):6216-20.7. Wan R, Camandola S, Mattson MP. Intermittent food deprivation improves cardiovascular and neuroendocrine responses to stress in rats. J Nutr. 2003 Jun;13(6):1921-9.8. Thompson TJ, Runcie J, Miller V. Treatment of obesity by total fast for up to 249 days. Lancet. 1966;2:992-6.9. Goldhamer AC, Lisle DJ, Parpia B, et al. Medically supervised water-only fasting in the treatment of hypertension. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2001;24:335-9.10. Goldhamer AC, Lisle DJ, Sultana P, et al. Medically supervised water-only fasting in the treatment of borderline hypertension. J Altern Complement Med. 2002 Oct;8(5):643-50.11. Goldhamer AC. Initial cost of care results in medically supervised water-only fasting for treating high blood pressure and diabetes. J Altern Complement Med. 2002 Dec;8(6):696-7.12. Sundqvist T, Lindstrom F, Magnusson KE, et al. Influence of fasting on intestinal permeability and disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Scand J Rheumatol. 1982;11:33-8.13. Kroker GF, Stroud RM, Marshall R, et al. Fasting and rheumatoid arthritis: a multicenter study. Clin Ecol. 1984;2:137-144.14. Kjeldsen-Kragh J, Haugen M, Borchgrevink CF, et al. Controlled trial of fasting and one-year vegetarian diet in rheumatoid arthritis. Lancet. 1991 Oct 12;338(8772):899-902.15. Rinkel HJ, Randolph T, Zeller M. Food allergy. Springfield, IL: CC Thomas, 1951.16. Grimshaw KE. Dietary management of food allergy in children. Proc Nutr Soc. 2006 Nov;65(4):412-7.17. Fiocchi A, Martelli A. Dietary management of food allergy. Pediatr Ann. 2006 Oct;35(10):755-6, 758-63.18. Burks W. Current understanding of food allergy. Ann NY Acad Sci. 2002 May;964:1-12.19. Lithell H, Bruce A, Gustafsson IB, et al. A fasting and vegetarian diet treatment trial on chronic inflammatory disorders. Acta Derm Venereol. 1983;63(5):397-403.
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|A workaholic, shopaholic and alcoholic walked in a bar.
I was the only one there.
I have been busy with work & work &... work.
& even when I'm on my off day, I'm not home.
I only am updating with the little time I can squeeze!
Here goes!
28 July 2017: Voices of Amazon
I got a pair of complimentary tickets to the show from Andrew (thanks Dido! ♥) so I watched the production with Jake.
I was afraid we couldn't make it because I was working till the evening but thank God we managed to enter the theatre just I think 1 or 2 minutes before house close!
When the show starts & the main singer sang, there wasn't any audio coming out from the speakers, which was weird.
She was mouthing but nothing came out, till one part she had to project her voice real loud & I would say the acoustics of the theatre isn't very good, but the audience could still hear her raw voice.
When the first scene ended, the house curtain came down followed by an announcement, informing us there was a technical difficulty & they are solving it immediately.
Damnnnnnn I bet the sound operator was cursing himself & the crew, stage manager were all panicking.
Can't help it that I thought of the technical theatrical elements when I'm watching a show 😁
(Pardon the quality of the pics sigh)
|Once again, thanks Drew!
I look shag because my hair was wet from work oops.
The story is about 2 sisters who were very close, until one of them died from a mysterious illness.
The other sister went on a journey to a distant tribe to find the witch doctor (I think) who can bring her sister back to life.
So on her journey she met with a man who was in the tribe & then 'a bond sparked'.
However, among the tribe there is a brother of the man who obviously do not approve of accepting the woman into the tribe. Either that, or not agreeing to help her because she is not one of them.
My boyfriend's theory is that he is jealous of his brother that he manage to capture her heart instead of him.
The tribe set sail to find the ingredients & the brother poisoned his ingredient, so when the sister drank it, she sort of died (but revived in the end).
All in all, the man forgave his brother, the dead sister came back to life.
I like the costumes & the music! I rate it 8/10 because of the acrobats involved. 👍
29 July 2017: Ash's birthday party
It was a surprise party for Ashley, she didn't know her close friends were invited to celebrate her birthday with her!
She was blindfolded & guided into the hotel room in Capella Singapore at Sentosa.
When the blindfold was removed, my tears welled up as we sang Happy Birthday (I don't know why).
Soooooo happy to see her!!! Catching up with one another & taking photos like how we always take.
I miss working with you, Ash :(
Knowing her is a plus in my life, because I click with her so well & we can laugh & talk nonsense.
My favourite part about her? She enunciate vulgarities so well (actually got many more but I miss her swearing LOL).
Let's meet up for cafe hopping again Ash!!!!!!!
30 July 2017: Boyfriend's wild birthday
Since he told me he have never been to the zoo before, well, a perfect place to celebrate then!
Actually I wanted to blindfold him but I know people be judging hahaha.
It was raining when we were reaching the zoo, & I got really angry & sulky.
Like, WHY OF ALL DAYS!!!??!?!
But the sky cleared after a short while hehehhe.
I wanted to go early in the morning because we can slowly enjoy every exhibits in the zoo but as expected he woke up late 😑.
I didn't take a lot of photos because I was spending more time with him & appreciating the animals.
|I touched the snake, Ma!!! It isn't scaly or slimy but smooth!
|The Angmor whole body shook when he turned around and saw that huge ass snake HAHA
It was a well-spent day at the zoo!
Moving on, I brought him to a place for good food!
He insist not to spend so much money on him... Initially I wanted to bring him to KBBQ but it is so far away, but then I got a better idea... 😃
I bluffed him that I'm cooking maggi mee for him with egg, & he's reaction was like 'huh' for a split second before he said 'yeahh can also as long as you cook for me'
Then he said he want 3 packets of Mee Goreng with 3 eggs. But of course I'm not cooking him maggi mee for his birthday because I can cook for him any day right?
So I brought him to.....
|Marsiling Blk 19!!!
I treated him to Bak Kut Teh, & is the herbal kind - which he prefer!
Both of us ate it all clean! 😁
To end his birthday, a birthday cake so he can blow his dreams come true ^-^
19 July 2017: Kate Spade Themed Birthday
Never heard of it before, but the interior of the hotel is damn chill & relaxing!
It's not very bright in your face but somewhere you could do your work there.
Lucky the way to reach the hotel is not difficult; bus stop is opposite the hotel.
So darling 💮
& then me being playful...
|Imma protect you from fuckboys honey
|Oops exposed where the lighting came from
Good to catch up with you girls 💥
After I left the party, my boyfriend & I went for a Singapore Night Festival date but apparently we didn't manage to see many of the shows or installations.
Hence, we did not spend a long time around the area that covers SNF. :(
Today is my own 'rest day' where I can spend some time with myself, although I had work in the morning till early afternoon.
My only day which I have nothing is like, next Tuesday.
But then, I ain't complaining!! I love my work & I have 2 upcoming shoot collabs coming up & I'm extremely stoked! 😊


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Perhaps the most surprising announcement at this year's otherwise humdrum CES came from Kodak, the former giant of the photography industry. In a move that has to cheer analog photographers dismayed to see one favorite film after another discontinued, the company stated that it will return Ektachrome color reversal film to production after a five year absence with the first batch set to hit stores in this year's fourth quarter. According to the press release, a Super 8 motion picture film version will be produced in Rochester and will be sold by Kodak directly while a 135/36 version will be made available to still photographers by Kodak Alaris, a spinoff company headquartered in the UK.
And the reason behind this radical change of direction? According to Steven Overman, Kodak's chief marketing officer and president of the Consumer and Film Division:
"We are seeing a broad resurgence of excitement about capturing images on film. Kodak is committed to continuing to manufacture film as an irreplaceable medium for image creators to capture their artistic vision. We are proud to help bring back this classic."
As if this weren't enough good news for film enthusiasts, Overman went on, in a podcast recorded at CES, to further state: "I will say, we are investigating Kodachrome, looking at what it would take to bring that back." That's hardly a promise, of course, but the very fact that such a move is under consideration is heartening to analog photographers who know from experience that Kodachrome was the best color film ever made.
Meanwhile, for those of us who still shoot black & white film, Ikigai Camera, a Japanese film store headquartered in Australia, announced on its blog a "new" film designed to replace one long since discontinued by Fuji. Described as the "brain-child of Bellamy Hunt of Japan Camera Hunter fame," the film supposedly recreates many of the most desirable features of Neopan 400. According to the blog post:
"StreetPan 400, while not a new emulsion, is a modernized version of an out of production AGFA surveillance film that has been brought back to life (and back into production)"
I'm not quite sure how an Agfa surveillance film would come to have the same properties as a discontinued print film, but I have to admit that the sample photographs shown on the blog certainly look good. Though I've always shot Tri-X myself, I'd love a chance to experiment with this film and see what prints I could get from its negatives in the darkroom.


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Summer Construction Completion and Room Changes
A printable map of the new academic building floorplan is available here.
Logging into Adobe Software
Hopefully you received an email about your new Adobe account just in the last few weeks (if not please fill out the support form). If you are a student at CIA (or as staff you have a CIA-owned laptop), you will receive full access to the Adobe Creative Cloud and software. You will have the option to install Adobe software on two personal devices. To access the CIA-provided software, you will need to click the link in the Adobe email and go through the account creation process. Access to the CIA-offered software will only be granted to an adobe account created using your CIA student email account (@student.cia.edu or @cia.edu respectively).Adobe has mandated that all access to software will require an Adobe account. Due to this change all CIA lab computers will require that you login to your Creative Cloud Account to use Adobe software. Logging into a lab computer will not use one of your two personal device licenses.
If you are faculty or staff without a CIA-owned laptop, you also receive an Adobe account but not the provisioned software. We will have more information about Adobe software discounts over the fall Semester. In October and November, we will visit offices and set up an update schedule to update Adobe software.
WiFi Updates around the academic building
This summer we have added more access points around the Academic Building to increase internet coverage.
Connecting to WiFi in the academic building is different from connecting in the residence hall (if you need help with connecting in the residence halls, click here). To connect while in studios, atrium, library, classrooms, or computer labs, you will need to access at hidden network called CIA-Student (or CIA-Employee). Read the How-Tos for all wifi-connecting devices here. More information is available on the myCIA Technology Page, click WiFi in the left column or click here.
New Wacom Tablets in classrooms
We have added 31 new Wacom 24HD Cintiqs to our fleet of 45 old Wacom 22HD Cintiqs. New Cintiqs are mounted on a jointed arm. If you would like to use a Cintiq, please get a pen from Checkout. The old Cintiqs require an old pen, so make sure you know which device you want to use before approaching Checkout.
New Checkout Reservation System
Equipment Checkout has a brand new, up to date reservation system! When you log in to reserve your equipment, you'll find a new, easier to use interface. Browse illustrated categories, add equipment to your shopping cart, set your reservation times, and submit your request. You'll still find all of your technology needs, including tablets, pens, laptops, cameras, lighting, and sound equipment.
We hope faculty will continue to encourage students to take advantage of this free resource, and we encourage faculty and staff to use it too. Please contact us for any special class needs, and we'll set up long term or bulk loans.
CWRU Shield App no longer functional
Case Western Reserve University has ended support for the CWRU Shield app. The replacement is Rave Guardian, which is available from the Apple's App Store or Google Play. Please remove the CWRU Shielf app from your devices, and replace it with Rave Guardian. Please see Case's announcement for more details on this change.
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No mud, no boring long runs. Epic Series is an intense gauntlet of some of the toughest exercises on earth. It is an event like no other. A crossbreed of strongman meets bootcamp meets badass. Epic Series is the premier workout challenge.
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Dont do it they dont care only care for the money they make
Dont do it we bought through Groupon got NO SHIRT, NO TIMING TO OUR RACE AND EXTREMELY UNORGANIZED...they dont care for the Central California area. If you use Groupon they dont record your timing ... I've emailed & they dont care... I posted on my fb & many people responded about being ripped off... after many Spartan Trifectas I've NEVER experienced this at a race. So UNORGANIZED UNPROFESSIONAL
An OCR for Athletes!
This was my first go at EPIC Series and it did not disappoint! My good buddy had ran the course the month prior in Huntington Beach and couldn't stop talking about it, so I had to give it a go. I ran competitive as well as entered the ELITE Endurance Course.
To start, the venue location was incredible. Surrounded by water on San Diego's Fiesta Island, the course was expansive and very well put together. The "EPIC" course was built in a giant circle that was about 1.5 miles around with about 30 obstacles within. Each obstacle was very organized and challenged a different muscle group without the need to run a long distance or get muddy. This was one of the main reasons I was interested in the event to begin with. Most of the OCR's I have participated in (spartan, tough mudder) had a big footprint, but not a ton of obstacles. This was the exact opposite. As soon as you get done with one obstacle, the next one is right behind it ready to challenge you in a different way. For example, once you climb over the rock wall, you go right into a balance beam, then a rope climb, then burpee box jumps and so on. This made for an extremely entertaining workout which took me just about 30 minutes to complete. Very very fun for all ages and athletic levels.
On to EPIC's "Elite" course. This was something I was training for, but when you see the course up close, it is daunting. There are different lanes for both Male/Female as well as Strength/Endurance. Same obstacles, different weights and reps. The ELITE Endurance course consisted of clean & press, deadlifts, sand bag lunges, atlas stone up and overs, kettle bell step-ups, tire flips, hanging weight lunges, and a sprint to the finish, all with 5 burpees in between each obstacle...yes, I was dead! Luckily, my judge who was with me was also my main voice of confidence. The atmosphere is what really captivated me, though. All the competitors, friends, families, and gyms were gathered around the course cheering on their athletes and giving them all the strength they needed to succeed. It was a sight to witness for sure. This was by far the most difficult workout I have had in a while, but it was 100% worth it in the end.
In addition to all of this, they had an awesome group of vendors, food, and beverages. The volunteers and event staff were all extremely nice and really made for an enjoyable experience as a first time participant. I even saw they had a kids course, which also looked relatively challenging.
To conclude, if you are looking for a fun and challenging way to spend a Saturday morning, look no further than EPIC Series OCR. They have really done a great job creating a course that is compact, yet filled with a ton of fun obstacles to overcome. If you consider yourself an elite athlete, go ahead and test yourself through the elite course and make it real! All in all, amazing day and great event.
Can't wait for the next one!
Epic Series - From the Perspective of a Volunteer and Participant
This was my first volunteer and race experience with Epic Series. I had time the day prior to the race to help with course build and as this was my first event of this type, I was a bit curious as to what to expect. There was a lot to do but time went by quickly with this fun group of guys.
Returning the next day for the race, our team arrived roughly an hour prior to our race start time. The race took place at the sports fields with plenty of parking ($1 charged by the city). Check in was quick and easy. The course was set up on asphalt. The run portions were one lap around the perimeter of the course, which I would estimate to be about 200-300 meters per lap. The course was quite spectator/picture taking friendly so have a friend bring a camera and catch you in action.
We were the first open wave after the competitive waves. The announcer called for our wave to get ready and we lined up a few minutes before the start of the race with our flags for the flag lap.
After our cardio warmup lap with the flags, we ditched the flags and went immediately over a ladder wall and on to the various stations. Most stations had 3 levels (weights, timers, reps) to pick from. Open division can mix and match, pick your level at each station. Other obstacles included atlas stone lift and toss over shoulder, various types of walls again with different levels of difficulty, a 25-lb. medicine ball carry around the perimeter of the course (all levels carried the 25-lb. medicine ball).
The balance beams were fun, again, three different degrees of difficulty, mostly based on the angle and width of the top of the peg to stand on. Box jumps/burpees, 3 different heights, we all did the same number of reps. Bunny hops with bands around our lower calf/ankle, different distances, which were marked by color so you know when to turn around, 3 laps for each level.
And let's not forget Barnaby's Beast, the rock climbing wall. This was one of the obstacles I helped to set up so it has a special place in my heart, seeing everyone going up and over. Mixed in here were more box jump/burpees because you can never have too many of those. And the wall sits were a fun way to give yourself a bit of a break to catch your breath, 1, 2 or 3 minute timers. Jerry can carries, pick your weight – doable "didn't have to put the cans down to rest" weight, "glad it's only a lap" weight, and "what was I thinking, this is getting heavy after all those other obstacles" weight.
Cargo crawl which was quite low (practice your army crawl – too low for bear crawl). Robin Hood, the bow and arrow station, was fun. Watching us, you could tell we are not going to survive out in the wild using a bow and arrow to catch our dinner. After Robin Hood, we transitioned right into the rope climb. If you can't climb the rope, no worries, there is a cargo net to climb up instead. Up the net or rope, ring the bell, and back down. Lumbar jack was mixed in there also – lift the bar up and over 5 times in each direction, pick your weight.
And to keep you moving, another lap around the course this time with a slosh pipe on your shoulders. Squat station with weighted bar and your friends to photo bomb you keeps things light (nothing is feeling light at this point so smile for the camera).
I was told it is about 60 minutes average time to complete the course for open division and we were done in about 50 minutes. We had fun and our team plans to return next year, upping our game to the next level of difficulty.
It was a surprisingly warm morning just a few miles from the beach in Huntington Beach at 10 a.m. and although the course was quite compact (fitting into the 200-300 meter perimeter used for the walk/run obstacles), there were a couple of water stations available on the course. After we collected our shirt and medals at the finish line, we made our way over to check out the post race vendor booths. It was a small area but there were both free samples and some hot food to purchase. We wandered over to the elite course and were amazed at the strength of these athletes. Again, this course was very spectator-friendly. The kids course was right there next to the vendors as well and it looked like a very fun course for the kids.
This race review is from an everyday athlete who is not young, I won't say how not young, but definitely not young. There were super-fit, competitive CrossFit athletes to everyday Joes and Janes, and with three levels of difficulty to pick from in the open division, this event was as challenging as one wanted to make it. Success is achieved where you are at in your fitness journey and not based on how you measure up to anyone else. Challenge yourself to be a better version of you.
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Discount code MRG10 does not work, i've tried it 4 times. Can you please update it?
Legit OCR
Epic Series OCR is a legit race. With three different skills levels, the Open waves make it easy for a couch surfer to accomplish something while a serious athlete can challenge him/herself on the black level. The Elite races are amazing to watch