Occupation: College Professor
Melanie's goals include: Developing a life-long habit of regular exercise that works with her busy lifestyle.
Height: 68 inches
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As of February 2007 |
As of May 2007 |
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Weight: |
131 pounds |
131.8 pounds |
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Body Mass Index: |
19 |
19.5 |
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METS: |
7.6 |
10.1 |
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Average Daily Steps: |
11,434 |
17,487 |
“I learned a better way to stock my refrigerator and now we both have less fat!”
I'm glad we have a national wear red day every year, but it's important for me to "go red" every day because ...
Tomorrow is National Wear Red Day! Join me and three quarters of a million others who have chosen to go red at goredforwomen.org
But please, don't stop there ...
I've already disappointed myself in not meeting my goals for the new year and it's only been 2 1/2 weeks! For all of you out there like me, let's don't get discouraged. Tomorrow we'll try again :D
To any new “Choose to Movers” I want to encourage you to keep up and follow the program. It’s been almost 2 years since I took the Choose to Move Challenge and I can honestly say it changed my life! I not only improved my fitness level, I have maintained a new and healthier lifestyle, which is great because I’m 55 now and going to have my first grandchild this year. Here’s what works for me:
It's exhilarating to get out early and see the sunrise! I've been bogged down with work again this week and skipped my morning exercise three days in a row. But today I just did it!
I did it! My second 5K - and improved my time by almost 8 minutes.
You know why they're called "deadlines"? Because they KILL YOU!
I am designing a new web-based course and I worked all day last Friday, Saturday and Sunday sitting at the computer to meet a Monday deadline. My body was so stiff I could hardly move. This is not good for me ...
Yesterday I joined thousands of men, women, children, youth, even dogs, who walked 3 1/2 miles through beautiful downtown Dallas to save lives from this country’s No. 1 and No. 3 killers, heart disease and stroke. Join your employer or family and friends in a Heart Walk near you!
It's football season in Texas, but the football players aren't the only ones at the stadium! Now that summer is over, I'm back at the University with 11,000 students and going to the stadium in the evening to exercise. You should try it ...
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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)
