With my oldest son( black helmet) and husband (red and white helmet) being the “super” athlete’s in my family,( both pictured above) I always find myself trying to live up too, match their abilities…..not going to happen. One of the most important lessons I think I have learned even at my “age” is we are each “so” individual. I would love to look like Jane Seymour, and she’s older than me. But we each have our pluses, as hard as we try we can never be anyone but ourselves. So staying positive and not comparing ourselves all the time is an important key. It’s a lesson I am constantly checking myself on, and preaching to myself to remember.
SOoooooo yes I found my bike, and decided no matter what I thought, I looked like to others, it would be fun, I have always loved to ride bikes. I have realized if I alternate biking/ running it’s much easier on my knees and ankles. If you are like me, over 40, what they say is true. It’s much tougher to lose weight after 40. But, there are so many benefits of working out we need to keep in mind;
Immediate benefits of exercise…sleeping better, having more energy, being a good role model for your kids and inspiring friends and those around you.
Im only biking about 6 miles right now, hopefully, I will continue to increase my miles. The weather here in Texas is finally cooling down some, making outdoor activities much more comfortable.
Always have faith, hope and a love for you, for who you are. We are always taught to love others, service for others, etc., don’t forget yourself; if you are not healthy you can’t help others around you.
Keep on movin’!
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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
Oct 08 | kara said …
I am so happy you are biking! I will think of you on my next ride. Wish we could do it together ~ Kara
Dec 09 | Tina said …
I am hoping that your stories keep me inspired as for u seem to be alot like me with the comments I have read all I can say is I have never ran so ( KEEP UP THE GREAT RUN) and I like to bike but i have walked 17 miles around my lake and hope to do it again this coming summer ( BEST WISHES !!
May 09 | Cecile said …
I did my first Woman,s bike trip on the hills of Lancaster,PA area this past fall. Wow,it was
empowering.So my family(husband 0f 63 and my 18
year old daughter and son of 15 years along with myself at the great age of 58 will go on the rails to trails biking trip from Pittsburgh,PA. to Washington, DC. this JULY of 2008. I am trying to be steadfast with daily exercise.My routine is walking our neighborhood hills one hour a day and biking 36 miles on the weekends .I further lift weights and do crunches to trim my waist.My
children noticed my growing waistline.Not that I am overweight.I am 5'6" tall and weigh 128. I simply do not have a toned body.
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