Here is some feedback to those of you who sent in comments on Week 1...
Your comments were VERY encouraging and motivating to me.
Thank you,
Vernita
All is Not Yet Lost
A.D. Simmons – Thank you for the encouragement. I look forward to us spending lots of quality time at the gym.
Kara – You are a big part of this trip; we only travel in groups. When I get exhausted from “driving,” I know that you or another team member will assume the responsibility. Teamwork WORKS!
Finding a Place to Hide
Lenora – I’m proud of you too, Lee. Anytime we embrace change there’s cause for celebration!! Keep moving...we’re bringing healthy back.
Angela – Thank you for the encouraging words. I’m spending a few days at my brother’s house and was looking at his wedding pictures. Imagine how wide my eyes got when I saw my picture from his wedding…size 8, 130 lbs, 11 years ago.
Ardenia – Thank you for keeping it real.
Jennifer - Congratulations are due to us all. How courageous of you to take a GIANT LEAP in the direction of health for yourself & your family. Thank you for leaving your “HIDING PLACE” and stepping into the light! Keep me posted about your progress.
You are truly an inspiration to me and the other “MOVERS.” Kara wanted you to know that, quote: “I am so PROUD of you and I don't even know you!!! I hope that 36 hrs has turned into more since you last wrote this. I too, was a smoker for about 6-7yrs when I was young. But my open heart surgery put an end to that! I had congenital heart defects and was smoking what was I thinking. The stupidity of youth! You are making the BEST change for the BEST reasons. I will think of you often and your struggle not to pick up the lighter!”
Circle of Support
Kara – We are all sharing Center Stage in this process - though, in 12 weeks we won’t take up as much square footage (smile).
Lisa – Life teaches us many lessons…when the torch is in your possession you do what you have to do and then pass it on.
Adrienne Brown – This “Choose To Move” movement is about bringing health back into our lives. We hope that the message is clear: increase movement into your schedule, eat healthy, know your numbers (i.e. blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.), get regular check ups, and live life to its fullest.
Oneda – Thank you for the encouragement. And congratulations are in order. Keep walking and focused on your health. Input = Output. When we are at our maximum, we give our maximum to others. Keep me posted about your progress.
Kathleen – Thank you for those kind words. The mind is VERY powerful as well as POSITIVE thinking.
Sharon – I applaud you for getting started. I am so glad you pointed out that the focus is not getting to a certain body weight, the focus is getting healthy. You are very much on the mark. Keep me posted about your progress.
Posts
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
Comments
Mar 13 | Melanie said …
Wow - what a wonderful circle of support! We need that, don't we? Reading your blog has helped me to stay motivated and positive that I can keep it up for 12 weeks, and then, hopefully, for the rest of my life!
Mar 14 | Regina said …
Hello Venita,
You look great I love the new hair do, just continue to strive for better health and everything will fall into place. The key I believe is to continue to try even when we have a not so great day just continue to stay on the band wagon. I'm very proud of you and your success will motivate me to choose to move also. Big hugs and much support for TEXAS :)
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