When was the last time you had a Manicure? Pedicure? Massage?
I am on Spring Break this week and am spending time at my brother’s house in Wisconsin. My sister-in-law, R, pulled me away from the computer this morning (the health & wellness fair is in 2 weeks) and told me that we were going to the spa.
While getting a massage I thought to myself,… it has been years since I had a massage, manicure, or pedicure. Why is that? I dare not answer that question but have vowed to take time out at least once every other week to do something special for me. And you do something special for you. Don’t we deserve it?
Thank heavens for sister-in-laws who appreciate the benefits of pampering.
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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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Mar 14 | Ru said …
You go Vernita! You're giving yourself the medicine in the world. Hope you are well, keep on movin'movin....ru
Mar 14 | Delores P. Ali said …
Vernita,
I am so proud of you taking the challenge. I started weight watchers at 249.8. I feel so much better. This journey is about feeling better and being healthy. I weigh 175. I am challenging myself to lose an additional 25 pounds. Thank you for the motivation.
Mar 15 | Oneda said …
Oh my! Today is March 15th. How time flies when you are having fun taking steps to improve your overall health.
Continue this journey, and I am in your corner.
Mar 15 | Susan said …
Hello. I just joined the choose to move campaign. I am 48 and the mother of six, and grandmother of 2. I have a YMCA membership, and my granddaughter loves to go when I'm babysitting her. I don't have transportation during the week though, so I haven't been able to get a regular exercise program going, although I feel I'm ready. I live right by the school and there's a nice walking area along the byou near me. My dog needs to walk. I joined this group because I feel like I need some support for exercising. I gained weight after quitting smoking a year and 8 months ago. I would like to lose some fat, build muscle and strengthen my cardio-vascular system. I actually got on the American Heart Association website this week when my husband experienced chest and back pains and went to the ER. Still not sure if he needs further testing (heavy smoker). Thanks for being there. Susan
Mar 15 | Kathleen said …
The Choose to Move Program is a great place to start and since your husband has had some chest pains maybe he will be willing to join you. One great idea to get started without a gym is to get a good pedometer and walk, try to get to 10,000 steps per day. Lisa is doing that and according to her shes a maniac. I admire you for quitting smoking maybe your husband will think about it also. My parents were both heavy smokers from their teens. My mother was able to quit when I was in my teens but my father never could although he tried many times. He was diagnosed early with lung cancer and they could have cured him with surgery but he already had emphysema from smoking and could not tolerate the surgery. It was very hard to watch him die from both knowing it could have been prevented. Hang in there.
Mar 15 | A.D. Simmons said …
I'm heading back in on Saturday and I'll be waiting at the gym for you on Sunday. It doesn't appear we'll be able to go for too many outdoor scrools anytime soon, but the treadmill at Fitness West will do. Stay encouraged!
Oh, and I do need a pedicure like nobody's business.
Mar 16 | kara said …
I love PAMPERING & Sister-in-laws!
Mar 19 | Debra said …
As a matter of fact I had a massage today. Yes, we too often neglect ourselves.
If you ever want to walk on the track at the Field House, let me know. It clears my mind.
Mar 19 | Vernita said …
I'm game for walking.
~V
Mar 20 | Katie said …
Congrats on your spa day! You deserve it! You are doing a fantastic job, Vernita.
Mar 29 | angela said …
Hi Vernita,
Congrats and take it one day at a time. I'm trying to get my numbers down as well and I'll be here every step of the way.
angela
Mar 29 | Vernita said …
Together we WILL turn those numbers around...and you said it best, "One day at a time."
~Vernita
Apr 03 | Vanita J Berry said …
Vernita, I'm proud of you.I joined Weight Watchers Dec. 10,2005 at 368 pounds and thought it wouldn't work. A year later I had lost 65 pounds. It was a struggle, but well worth it,healthwise. Look at this challenge as a lifestyle change not a diet and it will be easier to continue in improving your health. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration to everyone who is following you and this challenge.
Apr 03 | Vernita said …
Hello Vanita (love that name!),
I will MODEL your advice and not think "diet", after all look at the first 3 letters in the word "diet." You are an inspiration to myself and the other 6 ladies in that you have changed your lifestyle to enhance your health & wellness and you have maintained that same behavior for over a year. Kudos to you, Ms. V.
~Vernita
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