Get a Jump on Winter Blues And Exercise Through the Fall
With a lifelong interest in the law, Chris went back to school to earn his paralegal certification and joined Marc Whitehead & Associates as a Social Security disability paralegal for the past two years. “In a way, it’s sort of like a logic puzzle,” Chris said. “There are rules, and you need to find evidence to support the claim that you’re making … I enjoy trying to find the rule or specification that we can use to our clients’ advantage.” Since joining the firm, Chris has enjoyed continuing to learn about law and feels honored to use his excitement about the law to help clients. As he explains it, he firmly believes the mantra that Marc Whitehead often says: “We’re the good guys.” It’s that spirit that makes Chris proud of the work he does every day. “There’s no question in my mind as to whether the work I do is for the betterment of society,” Chris said. As he continues to learn about law, Chris says he’s still considering law school. For now, he spends his time outside of work with his “COVID-19 pup,” Mac, and visits new restaurants around the Houston area. He’s also a former trombone player who likes to join the marching band at his alma mater, Rice University, when they bring alumni back for performances. We’re proud to work with someone like Chris, who is dedicated to solving our clients’ most pressing needs and problems. Thank you for your commitment to Marc Whitehead & Associates, Chris!
Less sunlight can have a negative impact on your mental well-being, and as you head into the darker, chillier months, worsening weather and shorter days can make staying in shape more of a chore than a joy. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless. With a few tricks, you can thrive through the cold season. Finding ways to stay active while cooped up inside has never been easier. Thanks to the pandemic, online exercise courses, at-home workouts, and remote Zumba classes grew in popularity and are still going strong. If you embraced these for your summer workouts to avoid the heat, you can continue that routine this fall and winter and keep up your exercise, mixing it up if one course gets stale. Similarly, winter provides a great time to focus on a new type of fitness goal, like building muscle in an indoor facility or taking martial arts classes at the gym. It doesn’t matter what you do; what matters is that you do it. Stay active! While it’s a bummer that you can’t go trail running or biking, any exercise is better than none. And don’t wait to get started: Add that “winter workout” into your weekly routine now. Not only will it help make the transition a little easier when you can’t go for your morning run, but also, if you’re trying a new sport, activity, or exercise, it gives you a buffer in case you decide it’s not for you after all. Don’t let bad weather or fewer daylight hours be an excuse for less exercise. Your brain will thank you, and who knows? You might actually have fun too!
One-PanApple Cider Chicken Ingredients • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1 tsp salt, divided • 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided
Inspired by WellPlated.com
• 4 tsp olive oil, divided • 3 sweet apples, cut into 1/2-inch slices • 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup apple cider • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
Directions
1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Set aside. 2. In a small bowl, combine apple cider and mustard. Set aside. 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tsp olive oil. When shimmering, add chicken thighs top-side down. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil. Wipe the skillet clean. 4. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet, then add sliced apples, remaining salt and pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 5 minutes. 5. Return the chicken to the skillet and add apple cider-mustard mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, then serve sprinkled with rosemary!
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