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At the end of any journey, it’s always nice to reflect on the experience and enjoy the exhilaration that comes with accomplishment. During the past 12 weeks, seven real women have opened their hearts and minds to women across the country. They’ve revealed struggles, shared empowering messages, offered valuable tips and served as genuine advocates for this program.
During the Choose To Move challenge, these women not only engaged in physical activity, they discovered a community of women who share a common goal – increase physical activity in order to develop a healthier lifestyle. Their success is a direct result of determination, commitment and the support they received from those in the Choose To Move community.
From a mom with three kids to a full-time college student to women in the workplace, our real women take on many important roles. And as women juggling multiple responsibilities, we want to be the best we can be - a common thread among women in America. However, in order to be the best for our families, we must do what’s best for ourselves. Our seven real women did exactly that! Each woman, in her own way, learned how to make time for physical activity and develop better eating habits!
For Ruann, Kara, Lisa, Melanie, Vernita, Kathleen and Zulema, the 12-week challenge has come to an end. However, the ultimate reality is that their life-long journey to maintain a healthy lifestyle has only begun. No matter where you are in this journey, I encourage you to rely on women in the Choose To Move community, as well as those around you. Take advantage of the Choose To Move program and turn this challenge into a way of life.
Dear Dr. Mieres:
About the only time I can find to walk is during my lunch break. Is it better to eat prior to or following a vigerous walk?
Thank you,
Ruth
Dr. Mieres,
I saw you on TV several months ago and while the face has changed some, the name surely was very familiar. I finally found out that you are a native of Trinidad and just wanted to tell you how proud I am of you and the great job you are doing.
I believe we attended the same high school in Curepe, Trinidad, SAGHS.
Keep up the good work.
Denise Baptiste formerly Charles
(Math Teacher/College Instructor)
Dr. Mieres,
I saw you on TV several months ago and while the face has changed some, the name surely was very familiar. I finally found out that you are a native of Trinidad and just wanted to tell you how proud I am of you and the great job you are doing.
I believe we attended the same high school in Curepe, Trinidad, SAGHS.
Keep up the good work.
Denise Baptiste formerly Charles
(Math Teacher/College Instructor)
Comments
Sep 02 | Vernita said …
Hello Kara,
That ride sounds invigorating!! Congratulations on "moving" in a different direction.
Happy trails,
~Vernita
Sep 02 | Joan H Weigle said …
You go girl! To encourage you I have a story. My husband,Fran, biked across the US from Quaker Hill, CT, to Poulsbo,WA, celebrating his 65th birthday in Custer, Montana. He did it alone with company only through part of PA and IL. Two grand kids and I caught up with him in our Winebago in Three Forks, Montana, and then he had a sag wagon. He lost 40 lbs in the 90 days he biked and his BP went way down. I'll bet you loved getting back on those wheels and feeling the wind in your face. Happy trails! Joan
Sep 02 | kara said …
Joan - ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW!!!! You are married to quite a man~! Thanks for sharing such an awesome story. -Kara
Sep 03 | Melanie said …
I've been riding my bike too now that it's not over 100 degrees - but 10 1/2 miles - wow! I'll have to work up to that!
Way to go Kara!
~Melanie
Sep 10 | Idalia said …
I have been motivated by your story and have decided to start riding my bike with my 8 year old daughter. I also own a bike and is in the basement, but I always have excuses to ride. Thanks for being an inspiration, keep up the good work.
Dec 26 | onamission1 said …
YOU GO GIRL!! I LOVE TO RIDE TOO, BUT ITS BEEN SO COLD AND WET- HERE I SIT!
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