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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.
My total chol. is 184
HDL is 46
LDL is 106
Trig. is 184
I have been on a low fat, low carb diet since Sept (NutriSystem). Should I be concerm about my Trig?
Comment by on February 12, 2008 2:54 PMDr. Mieres,
I'm very much an internet girl. As soon as I found out I had high blood pressure, I found this site. After going through all the 'choose to move' selectees, I chose Vervita, for the reason that she update often and replied to those that posted comments.
Well here we are, 6 months later, most of those chosen have yet to update.
Considering these are all busy and accomplished women, perhaps some slack should be cut. Ok.
The forums are worse. I have had to hunt and peck to find true posts, some of which should be answered by a professional, not a jr. high social studies teacher.
I'm sorry to be so negative. In truth, AHA diet and recipes have made it possible that I may be coming off meds next week. My diet plan has been based on your cookbooks.
When I called in my numbers today, to get a refill, the office called me back and said the doctor said when I want, to stop meds for 4 days and make an appointment for the 5th. If bp is in the 100-120 range, we'll stop the meds. Woo hoo! Diet and exercise may pay off!
Comment by on June 12, 2008 8:17 PMDr. Mieres,
I'm very much an internet girl. As soon as I found out I had high blood pressure, I found this site. After going through all the 'choose to move' selectees, I chose Vervita, for the reason that she update often and replied to those that posted comments.
Well here we are, 6 months later, most of those chosen have yet to update.
Considering these are all busy and accomplished women, perhaps some slack should be cut. Ok.
The forums are worse. I have had to hunt and peck to find true posts, some of which should be answered by a professional, not a jr. high social studies teacher.
I'm sorry to be so negative. In truth, AHA diet and recipes have made it possible that I may be coming off meds next week. My diet plan has been based on your cookbooks.
When I called in my numbers today, to get a refill, the office called me back and said the doctor said when I want, to stop meds for 4 days and make an appointment for the 5th. If bp is in the 100-120 range, we'll stop the meds. Woo hoo! Diet and exercise may pay off!
Comment by on June 12, 2008 8:17 PM
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Apr 27 | Kathleen said …
That's a great picture Lisa, very inspiring.
Apr 27 | lisa said …
Pointing to my goal! This mountain climbing venture reminds me of life. You have a goal and you may encounter tough moments but you keep going until you reach the top. At times when I felt like I couldn't go any further, I had to push myself and even take occasional breaks. But before I knew it, I was at the top to see a beautiful glimpse of God's handiwork.
Apr 27 | Kathleen said …
Very much like life, especially the breaks part. I bet the view was breathtaking. Keep your eye on the prize.
Apr 27 | Vernita said …
Hello Lisa,
I am so proud of you!
You are taking care of business - mountain climbing ranks pretty high in the "aerobic world."
Keep it up - headed up!
~Vernita
Apr 27 | lisa said …
Well I must admit it was fake mountain climbing since I had on flip flops! haha
A very unwise choice but somehow I made it to the top!
May 02 | Lee said …
That was funny! With that sense of humor, you can laugh all the way to your goal. :)
Best wishes....
May 03 | lisa said …
Thanks Lee,
You know I've had enough hardships in my life to cry so I try to see the humor in things as much as possible. Laughter is good for the soul! Thanks and best wishes to you as well!
May 14 | Tineshea said …
Wow, I still can't beleive we did that! I had so much fun that day. Even though we had flip flops on, there was definetly nothing fake about the good work out we got by climbing to the top. I work out on a daily basis and i must admit that this was a pretty tough hike, but still had a lot of fun because i made it to the top with you. I may work out all the time but, when i have the support of family and friends its alot easier and more fun.
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