Dotsie Bregel, founder
National Association for Baby Boomer Women, www.NABBW.com
and www.BoomerWomenSpeak.com
Dotsie Bregel believes in connecting – with women, with their ideas and with the undaunted spirit that resides in their hearts. Especially, with her own generation of Baby Boomer women.

Her personal passion for connection has resulted in the creation of an online community solely devoted to supporting, empowering and educating Baby Boomer women as they explore their own passions and lives.

Through her own mid-life experience, Dotsie realized that what Baby Boomer women need most during what is often a turning point in their lives, is a solid and inspiring connection to other Baby Boomer women – a place to develop and share their passion and expert resources to guide them. The National Association of Baby Boomer Women (NABBW) was Dotsie’s response to those needs.

Founded in 2005, the NABBW is strong and growing. The web sites Dotsie created, www.nabbw.com and www.BoomerWomenSpeak.com, are ranked number one and two on the major search engines Google and Yahoo. Both sites provide Boomer women with a network of resources, as well as offer the media and others a source for information about the healthiest, wealthiest, and best educated group of women to reach midlife.

Since the launch of the NABBW, Dotsie has been quoted in Time magazine and AARP Bulletin along with dozens of other newspapers and magazines across the nation. She has appeared on The Early Show (CBS) with Dave Price, and ABC’s internet show, Top Priority. She is also on the Editorial Board of me* magazine and has a monthly column in WomanScope newspaper. Additionally, Dotsie is a frequent guest on radio talk shows and speaks about Baby Boomer women at events across the nation.

Dotsie Bregel can be reached at Dots@BoomerWomenSpeak.com or at 877-BBOOMER.

Dr. Benz is the President/CEO of PT Development LLC. He is nationally recognized for his expertise in private practice physical therapy, industrial medicine, and marketing. A frequent lecturer at multiple DPT programs and MBA programs throughout the country, Dr. Benz has been on APTA’s Advisory Panel on Practice and The Board of the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. He is the recipient of numerous business and physical therapy awards including the Kentucky Physical Therapy’s Outstanding Physical Therapists award and Ernst & Young’s Entrepeneur of the year for his region. His company was voted in the top 10 of Best Employers in the state of Kentucky in the large employer category the last two years where they are also frequently recognized for their philanthropy and innovative methods for dealing with multiple generations in the workforce. He is the co-developer of physicaltherapist.com and blog.evidenceinmotion.com, the first weblog devoted to the principles of EBP in physical therapy. He has been published in leading PT publications and texts.

Board Certified in Orthopaedics & Clinical Electrophysiology
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists

Dr. Wainner is currently Associate Professor at Texas State University Program in Physical Therapy. He is also a Partner in Texas Physical Therapy Specialists, P.C. a therapist owned and operated practice dedicated to providing evidence-based care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and is a co-founder and Partner in Evidence-In-Motion, a company dedicated to promotion and advancement of evidence-based physical therapy practice and translating evidence into practice.

Dr. Wainner earned his Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Pittsburgh in 2000, his M.S. in Physical Therapy from the University of Kentucky in 1992 and BS in Physical Therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 1985. He is internationally recognized by both clinical and scientific communities for his expertise and is a frequent research presenter at state and national meetings on the topics of advanced clinical examination techniques, evidence-based practice and manual physical therapy.

He has published over 30 manuscripts in leading peer-reviewed journals and is the author of 2 educational CD-ROMs on Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy. He has been an author and investigator on projects that have received some of the professions most prestigious research awards, including the Steven J. Rose Excellence in Research Award, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) Excellence in Research Award, and the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) Excellence in Research Award.

Dr. Wainner received the Texas Physical Therapy Association’s 2004 Texas Physical Therapy Researcher of the Year Award, been inducted into the Military Order of Medical Merit, and is a two-time recipient of the Air Force Physical Therapist of the Year Award. He is currently an Editorial Review Board Member for the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy and a reviewer for Physical Therapy.

Dawn Weatherwax-Fall is a Registered/Licensed Dietitian with a specialty in Sports Nutrition and Founder of Sports Nutrition 2Go. She is also a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, which is the premier professional sports nutrition credential in the United States. In addition, she is an Athletic Trainer with a Certification in Strength and Conditioning from The National Strength and Conditioning Association. Therefore, she brings a comprehensive and unique understanding of the athlete’s body, and its nutritional needs, to those interested in achieving specific performance goals and optimal health. Weatherwax-Fall is also the author of The Official Snack Guide for Beleaguered Sports Parents and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Sports Nutrition. She is an Official Speaker for the Gatorade Sports Science Institute and on the approval speaker list for the NCAA. She has also been featured on television and radio shows including: Good Morning America, MSNBC, Geraldo Rivera, and Fox News.

Dawn is an active member in the American Dietetic Association (ADA), Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionists Dietetic Practice Group (SCAN), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Athletic Training Association (NATA), & Greater Cincinnati Athletic Training Association (GCATA). Dawn’s staff is highly trained to meet anyone’s needs!

www.sn2g.com

Nicholas M. Romansky, D.P.M. is at the private practice of Healthmark Foot & Ankle Associates with offices in Media and Phoenixville, PA. The practice is limited to the basic care, diseases, injury and surgery of the foot and ankle. A complete service of medical, orthopedic or surgical care is provided including diagnosis, prevention, management and treatment disorders of the nails, skin, foot, ankle and related structures of the leg.

Care is provided to all segments of our community including adults, children, senior citizens, and those suffering from birth deformities, diabetes, and benign or malignant tumors. We also have extensive experience with sports related injuries and impairments resulting from industrial accidents for which workers compensation is provided.

Dr. Romansky is a board-certified diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Since 1987, he is a physician with the United States Men’s and Women’s World Cup and Olympic Soccer Teams. He is a design consultant to multiple sneaker companies and a medical consultant to many Philadelphia professional sports teams. He is an active lecturer and noted author. Recent articles include “Baxter’s Neuritis,” and a chapter on soccer injuries in a new book entitled “Sports Injuries of the Lower Extremities, 2nd edition. He speaks to local diabetic, arthritis and sports medicine community groups.

www.healthmarkfootandankle.com

An esteemed nutritional science expert and college professor with more than 30 years of field experience, Bob Sarama is a leading figure in product development. He plays a pivotal role as the Chief Scientist for The Elations Company where he oversees the creation of each product and applies his nutritional chemistry expertise to the development process. Bob is extremely proud of Elations, a breakthrough drink that quickly eases joint discomfort and improves joint mobility.

Prior to his position with TEC, Bob held the position of Principal Scientist for Procter & Gamble. In addition to his corporate contributions, Bob has been granted 14 US patents and is published in several scientific journals.

Ingredients

-Nonstick cooking spray
-1 ¼ lb ground extra-lean turkey breast
-3/4 cup quick-cook oatmeal
-1/2 cup BBQ sauce
-1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
-1/2 cup finely chopped onion
-1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
-1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
-2 egg whites
-3 cloves freshly chopped garlic
-1 tsp dried oregano
-1/4 tsp ground black pepper
-1/4 tsp nutmeg
-1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Directions

Preheat oven to 375F. Coat a nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, oatmeal,1/2 cup BBQ sauce, parsley, onion, feta, chicken broth, egg white, garlic, oregano, black pepper and nutmeg. Shape into 16 meatballs and place two inches apart on a baking sheet. Top meatballs evenly with BBQ sauce. Bake for 25 minutes and serve.

Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

–3 cups cooked, skinless boneless chicken breast, chopped and cooled
–1 cup chopped red apple
–1/2 cup diced celery
–3 scallions, chopped
–1/4 cup chopped walnuts
–3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
–1/3 cup Canola Mayo
–1 tsp spicy mustard
–1 tsp freshly ground four-blend pepper

Directions

Boil chicken breast in a large pot until cooked. In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, apple, celery, scallions and walnuts. In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, mayo and mustard. Add the Mayo mixture to the chicken mix and stir well. Season with pepper and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Serve over a bed of lettuce.

Makes 4 servings