Transforming Lives
Markee Personal Training Offers Programs for Any Fitness Level
SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - Pam Markee has been a personal fitness trainer for over 25 years and has been working in the Sacramento area since 2006. As the owner and CEO of Markee Personal Training, she helps clients reach their individual fitness goals and transform their lives.
Her private studio (located at 5250 Date Ave., Suite B, in Sacramento) is conveniently located close to Hwy 80 and Madison Ave., offering easy access for clients throughout the Sacramento Region. Clients enjoy the individualized program at Markee Personal Training: “It’s private, it’s one on one, so you’re not competing for time or attention from the trainer,” said Markee. Private personal training sessions also allow clients to fully focus on their fitness without the worry of being judged by others.
Markee Personal Training goes beyond the typical fitness program. Markee completed a fellowship at the Gray Institute for Functional Transformation: a graduate program attended by many physical therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and doctors of osteopathy. “I studied with 14 countries around the world for over five years. This opened my eyes to the possibilities of helping others transform their health,” said Markee. “I love serving others in a way that encompasses mind, body, and spirit and treats the whole person — not just a symptom and a protocol. We really look at the entire person, their life and lifestyle, and custom-tailor programs specifically for them. Each program for each person is different because each and every person is biomechanically unique and different.”
Using philosophies learned at the Gray Institute, “we can help those with [multiple sclerosis], Parkinson’s, cardiac rehab, joint replacements, and so much more,” said Markee. A major focus of her practice is post-rehabilitative medical exercise, helping patients who have completed therapy programs but aren’t ready to resume regular exercise: “We bridge that gap, and we can get them the rest of the way to a functional program that is functional for their life,” said Markee.
Markee said her assistant, Lanell Martinez, who also has Gray Institute training, “is a pivotal part of my practice and I really couldn’t do it without her. … We make a great team. She is kind, gentle, and very thorough in her work.”
Martinez said, “It feels good to watch someone achieve their goal and gain the confidence to maintain that goal as they go forward.” Using their extensive training, Martinez said that she and Markee “are driven to find the answers to unlock the path to our client’s success.”
In addition to personal fitness training and individualized exercise programs, Markee Personal Training also offers soft tissue mobilization. It is similar to massage, but Markee said she treats patients while they are “moving through space — using gravity and ground reaction force and their body weight and their own mass and momentum to free up a joint.” It’s essentially massage-in-motion.
At Markee Personal Training, they work with clients of all fitness levels, from people who are disabled to professional athletes. Markee said, “Our clients are as old as 97 and as young as 16, so it’s a big range.” The studio and the equipment are wheelchair accessible, something that is especially important for elderly clients. Markee explained that fear of injury is the number one reason the elderly don’t exercise: “I think a lot of people don’t know there’s a safe place they can go to work out and not have their health compromised.”
She said, “If you’re not moving, those muscles are wasting away. So, we try to empower them and give them the skills and the tools.” If a client becomes so infirm that they can no longer travel to the studio, Markee will go to them, working with them in their own home “right to the end” of their lives.
Markee Personal Training has also recently started offering a nutritional and weight-management coaching program, which is specifically targeted to clients over 300 pounds. Instead of pushing these clients into strenuous exercises that they cannot realistically accomplish at this stage, Markee offers life coaching that “meets them where they’re at.” She explained that “obesity is now affecting over 40 percent of our population. Childhood obesity is on the rise, and we believe this is an educational issue as well as an epidemic.” Markee helps clients figure out what factors contribute to unhealthy food choices and finds ways to replace those habits with healthier options. The program is personalized to each client to determine what will work best for them so they can implement the changes in their everyday lives.
“Our environment is nurturing, clean, and free of embarrassing and humiliating situations that keep them from going to the gym to exercise in the first place,” said Markee. “To help these people have a better mindset, we really need to not just look at their physical body but what’s going on in the spirit and the mind of that person.”
Whatever fitness and health issues a client is facing, Markee Personal Training can tailor a program to help them reach their goals. Markee’s program assesses the whole person, including their habits and the details of their daily life. She said, “Looking at the whole picture helps to meet them where they’re at and transform them in a way that’s functional for their life and what they want to achieve.”
Markee focuses her practice where she sees the biggest need: “I’m just really trying to help people. … I think that’s where our heart is: How can we best serve the community?” Markee said, “It’s about building relationships with people. Once they trust us and trust the process and trust themselves, that’s golden — that’s what really transforms lives.”
For more information about the individualized fitness programs available at Markee Personal Training, visit www.markeepersonaltraining.com.
Message Regarding the Taste of Carmichael 2020
Dear Community Partners,
The Kiwanis Club of Carmichael’s Board of Directors has made a decision to cancel this year’s Taste of Carmichael event that was scheduled to be held on May 15, 2020. It has been determined that in the best interest of our community, it is not prudent to sponsor an event that may create a risk for the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
This event is a major fundraiser for our club in providing funding and support for schools, programs and organizations that serve the children and families in our area. To minimize the impact of the loss of revenue for our projects, we will be participating in the Big Day of Giving that will occur on May 7, 2020. We are hopeful that you will consider supporting us on that day by donations to the Kiwanis Club of Carmichael at the website bigdayofgiving.org. Our club is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization (Tax ID# 68-0355524).
The Taste of Carmichael is not only a fundraising event but a celebration of our community partnerships. We feel so fortunate to collaborate with all of you in making the Carmichael area a better place to work and live for our residents. Thank you for your support and understanding during this difficult time for all of us. We look forward to holding the 18th Taste of Carmichael in 2021 with all of you!
Warmest Regards,
The Kiwanis Club of Carmichael
SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Valley Division Investigative Services Unit (ISU) announced their investigators have made arrests in a felony hit and run collision that occurred on January 12, 2020, in Orangevale, CA, resulting in the death of one of the passengers.
At approximately 1:30 a.m., Brandon D. Reyes-Langsjoen was driving a 2016 Volkswagen Passat westbound Madison Avenue, east of Main Avenue with Cayleh A. Morrison seated in the right front seat. Three passengers were in the rear seat of the Passat at the time of the collision. The vehicle was traveling at approximately 80 miles per hour when the Passat turned sharply to the right, struck two metal poles and a fire hydrant before it came to rest.
Immediately following the collision, Reyes-Langsjoen fled from the scene on foot. As a result of this collision, Cayleh A. Morrison sustained major injuries and was transported to Mercy San Juan Medical Center. The right rear passenger was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries. The center rear passenger sustained injuries to his upper body and was transported to Mercy San Juan Medical Center for treatment. The left rear passenger sustained injuries to his upper body and was transported to Sutter Roseville Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.
The investigation into the cause of the collision determined that for unknown reasons, the right front passenger Morrison grabbed the steering wheel turning the vehicle to the right causing the collision.
Reyes-Langsjoen (24 years old out of Sacramento, CA) presented himself to authorities and was arrested and booked at the Sacramento County Jail for CA Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a) – Felony Hit and Run Involving Death. The right front passenger Morrison (22 years old out of Sacramento, CA) was charged and booked at the El Dorado County Jail for CA Penal Code Section 191.5 (a) – Gross Vehicular Manslaughter and CA Vehicle Code Section 23153 (a) – Felony Driving Under the Influence Causing Injury.
Valley Division would like to express their heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family and friends and would like to thank the public for their support and assistance with the apprehension of the two subjects.
The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.
Stabbing in Carmichael, 2 Killed and 2 Wounded
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - At approximately 4 p.m. on February 28, 2020, the Sheriff’s Communication Center received a call from the 3600 block of Mission Avenue in North Sacramento. The caller stated a client was stabbing people.
Deputies arrived and observed multiple people running from the Wellness and Recovery Center business yelling that people had been stabbed. Upon entering the business, they located several victims suffering from multiple stab wounds. Two people, one adult male and one adult female, were pronounced deceased at the scene. An adult male suffering from at least one stab wound to his upper body and an adult female with multiple stab wounds to her upper body were transported to area hospitals. They are expected to survive.
The suspect, who has been identified as 39 year-old Martin Raymond Lackey-Garcia, was taken into custody without incident. He has been booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on charges related to this investigation.
The exact motive is unknown at this time.
Verdi Requiem–A Concert Dedicated To Biba Caggiano
“A work of staggering beauty and enormous drama from start to finish.” – Johannes Brahms
SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - The Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra (SCSO) with Music Director Donald Kendrick, and a roster of world-class soloists, are proud to present Giuseppe Verdi’s powerful Requiem in concert on March 21, at 8:00 PM in the recently-renovated Sacramento Memorial Auditorium. The performance will serve as a special tribute honoring the late Biba Caggiano.
Italian American Biba Caggiano, a popular chef, author, and television figure, was the driving passion for the well-known Italian restaurant Biba in Sacramento, established in 1986. The Bologna-born chef graciously contributed to the cuisine life of many known figures, such as former SF mayor Willie Brown, as his personal chef for a time, and Patrick Mulvaney of Sacramento restaurant Mulvaney’s B&L. The Sacramento Bee quoted Mulvaney on Biba’s contribution: “The love that Biba and her crew put into food and hospitality have set a standard to which we should all aspire,” “Her influence on the cooking of Sacramento is deep and wide. Generations of cooks have looked up to her and she will continue to inspire us.”
Giuseppe Verdi, one of the greatest Italian composers of the 19th Century, was primarily known as a composer of opera. To commemorate this special tribute to Biba, the City of Sacramento will present a Mayoral Proclamation to her family members at the concert. Following the performance, the SCSO Team will honor Biba’s family member at a reception in Sacramento Memorial Hall. This invigorating performance of the Verdi Requiem will feature a large chorus of 206 singers, along with soloists from the Metropolitan Opera and a robust professional symphony orchestra, all conducted by Donald Kendrick. Featured Soloists include: Othalie Graham (Soprano), Linda Baird (Mezzo Soprano), Robert Breault (Tenor), and Malcom Mackenzie (Dramatic Baritone).
Tickets to this unforgettable performance and tribute are still available online at sacramentochoral.com or at the Memorial Auditorium Box office, call 916-808-5181.
“North Star,” A Moving Glimpse Into The Civil Rights Movement Through A Young Girl
SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - Sam Williams, David Williams, and Sarah Williams Souther are creating something amazing at American River College. They are the collaborative director-team mounting a powerful production of NORTH STAR, Gloria Bond Clunie’s moving story of a young girl who is coming of age at the spark of the Civil Rights movement. The play opens February 28 for a two-week run on American River College’s main stage.
The Williams family worked together most recently on ARC’s production of West Side Story in 2018. Sam is the director of NORTH STAR, with his daughter Sarah handling some of the choreography, and David serving as Musical Director for the show. As written, the show contains only a few songs, but Sam and David have added numerous solo and group numbers, including every style from gospel and tap to modern and hip hop, making the already powerful story more visceral and enlightening. It is truly a one-of-a-kind rendition of this show, and the extraordinary cast includes talented newcomers Audrey Booth and Anaundi Borun (as Relia and her friend Willie Jay), as well as veteran performer Alexis B. Blaylock as Relia’s ‘granma.’
Set in North Carolina in the 1960s, NORTH STAR is the story of Relia, an African-American girl, searching for her place to shine in both society and her personal life. The joyous innocence of Relia’s summer is transformed by the rising tensions of the growing Civil Rights movement. Relia’s parents are hotly divided between letting her participate in the demonstrations and shielding her from the harsh realities of the civil rights struggle and their community’s battle for freedom. The story is a reflection of the 1990’s Aurelia (the child grown), whose memories include magical moments stargazing with her father. These moments help guide young ‘Relia as she risks her life to be a part of “Big Freedom.”
All performances of NORTH STAR will be at the American River College’s Main Theatre, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento. Parking fee is $2 (at machines in Lot “D”). Ticket prices are $15/general, and $12/student/seniors/sarta. The show is rated PG-13 for language. Children age 4 and under not admitted.
Performance days and times are as follows:
Fri/Sat, Feb. 28, 29, March 6, 7 at 8pm
Sundays, Mar. 1, 8 at 2pm
Thurs, Mar. 5 at 6:30pm
For tickets and information, go to ARCtheatre.org or call the ARC Box Office at (916) 484-8234.
First Confirmed Sacramento County COVID-19 Case; No Immediate Threat to the Public’s Health
SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) – Sacramento County Public Health reports the first confirmed travel-related coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) case in a Sacramento County resident. The individual recently traveled from China, where an outbreak of the novel coronavirus has been ongoing since December 2019.
The adult returned from China to the U.S. on February 2. The individual took precautionary measures during travel and has self-quarantined since returning. During the quarantine period, the individual began exhibiting mild symptoms. In consultation with the individual’s primary care provider, Sacramento County Public Health coordinated testing with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Currently, the individual is asymptomatic, but will remain home for mandatory isolation until cleared by Sacramento County Public Health. Sacramento County Public Health’s investigation determined that currently, the public’s risk of exposure is extremely low.
As a reminder to residents of Sacramento County, Dr. Peter Beilenson, Sacramento County Department of Health Services Director, said, “Cases in the U.S., including this first case in Sacramento County, have primarily been travel-related. The risk of COVID-19 to the U.S. public continues to be low. Sacramento County health providers are continuing to be vigilant, monitoring for acute respiratory illness, and gathering recent travel information to detect any new COVID-19 cases.”
With state and federal health agencies, Sacramento County Public Health has a coordinated system with healthcare partners to identify possible cases, coordinate testing/diagnosis and management of suspect cases, lead investigations to identify those possibly exposed for infection control. Per guidance from the CDC, a clinical specimen was collected from the individual and was sent to CDC where laboratory testing confirmed the infection.
Daily Precautions:
While the immediate risk of this new virus to the public is currently low, there are simple daily precautions that everyone should always take. CDPH and Sacramento County Public Health recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:
• It’s flu season, get vaccinated – it’s not too late.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• People experiencing worsening flu symptoms should seek medical attention – call ahead if recently traveled to China or have had contact with a person with confirmed COVID-19 while they were ill.
Additional information and status updates can be accessed on the County’s Public Health website at SacCounty.net.