Distinctly Montana Magazine

As a mother of an 11 and 13 year old, the executive director of Watson Children's Shelter, Fran Albrecht of Missoula fulfills her goal of three cardio and weight workouts each week with yoga practice woven into each day. "The inherent stress of my work sends my shoulders up to my ears. I work on the awareness of how I am holding my tension, releasing it with my breath and letting go, which allows me to focus more clearly and lead more effectively. By slowing down my pace, I am more thoughtful and present to creative possibilities." A secret remedy for Fran is to add something that is a positive treat for herself onto her long list of to-dos, like a massage or a weekend away with the family. Jane Adams is a Yoga Teacher in World traveler, Hannah Johansen of Big Sky, keeps her life in order by being clear on her priorities and listening to her inner voice. Before she gets out of bed each morning, "I do a brief meditation, a quiet time where I sit and listen to what my spirit wants to tell me. During those times that I find myself waking up around 3 a.m., I do the same thing. I don't fret about not being able to go back to sleep. I sit up, empty my mind, and "watch the movie." This is the time I often have the most powerful insights and ideas. Soon after, I slump down in the pillow and go back into a blissful sleep." Kalispell who plays in the great outdoors to bring fun into her fitness regime. Yoga has helped her to tune in to the needs of her body with right food choices, rest, and recognizing signs of imbalance so she can heal them before they become a problem. Rick Burrows has happily retired in the Bitterroot Valley. He enjoys mountain climbing, wilderness hiking, bicycling, all types of skiing, horse riding, and more. "The clincher for my retiring here was the world class fitness center, The Canyons. I find that sticking to the same time each day helps with consistency so I start my day with exercise as it stokes the metabolism for the rest of the day. I've had so many injuries, that if I don't exercise for three or four days it is like my body starts collapsing and I become sore and kinked-up." Living in Hamilton, Riparian Ecologist Tom Parker, age 47, says that having a goal keeps him motivated. He enjoys competing in long distance mountain bike races. In his daily exercise routines he continues to build strength and stamina while "blowing out tension and stress." Tom finds his entire workout of rowing, biking, weight lifting, and yoga to be a mindful meditation. Because of having had two back surgeries, he sees consistency as a must for avoiding pain. He also sees his responsibility to health and fitness as a responsibility to his kids, family, and co-workers. face 2014 with montan center for facial plastic Ring in the New Year with Montana Center for Facial Plastic Surgery. The caring, experienced staff, led by Dr. David Hayes, offers a range of services, surgical and non-surgical, to help you look and feel your best. Visit our website for more information: www.montanaface.com A Choice you can Trust: Dr. David Hayes Board Certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery : and American Board of Otolaryngology — Head & Neck Surgery. www.distinctlymontana.com facebook.com/MCFPS Experienced Staff. Financing Options, Visa, MasterCard, American Express & Discover • 406-541-7546 • www.montanaface.com • 2975 Stockyard Road, Missoula 67

• Cover