It’s summer time and I’ve had the pleasure to take long walks on a beautiful beach the past few days. I have an 11” scar in the center of my chest from open-heart surgery almost 4 years ago. As people walk past me in the opposite direction, one of the few things I think about in my completely unstressed, worry free, creative state of mind is, “What are they thinking”? What is the first … [Read more...]
Taxi Stand Ashtray
April 15, 2011 by
I arrived back in Vegas tonight. After leaving baggage claim, where one of my bags was in Los Angeles, but that’s a different story, I had to catch a taxi back to the Vegas house. The line was very long but it always moves very fast. They have you go in a line up and down and up and down 5 times several hundred feet before getting into a cab. I think they do this so the people who are drunk … [Read more...]
Little, Doable & Can’t Fail Things
April 15, 2011 by
If thinking about changing your lifestyle is putting too much pressure on you then don't think about it:) If you feel like this or know someone who is then you're probably thinking too "big". Think smaller. Too often we think of the task at hand as overwhelming an un-doable. It's a very legitimate fear. You need to think "smaller" and what little things you can do today that are … [Read more...]
American Heart Association WSA – Newsletter
April 14, 2011 by
Keith Ahrens of Las Vegas inspires lifestyle change This article appeared in the American Heart Association's Western states Affiliate April Newsletter. Click Here For Full Article It took a near-death experience to wake up Keith Ahrens. At the age of 45, the Las Vegas businessman was tipping the scales at over 400 pounds and led a sedentary lifestyle. He hadn’t seen a doctor in … [Read more...]
You’re the Cure on the Hill Video
April 14, 2011 by
You're the Cure on the Hill Lobby Day 2011 American Heart Association Please share this video link with one and all - Keith … [Read more...]
Pondering Possibilities
April 13, 2011 by
Just thinking about the possibilities to finding a Cure and Ending Cardiovascular Disease. Can one man, women or child really make a difference? Will your voice be heard? My fight didn't end on Lobby Day… In Fact, It Just Began. Join the You're The Cure network at YourTheCure.org … [Read more...]
Yes, You Can Make A Difference
April 12, 2011 by
What a Day. Met with Congressmen and Senators to cap off an incredible 2 days at the American Heart Associations You’re the Cure on the Hill Lobby Day. Become part of the You’re the Cure Network and make a difference in your community, your state, your country. Visit YoureTheCure.org today … [Read more...]
Hanging With Nancy
April 11, 2011 by
What an honor to meet Nancy Brown, CEO, of the American Heart Association. Truly one of Americas top CEO's You're the Cure on the Hill Lobby DayApril 11, 2011 … [Read more...]
I Am So Ready!
April 10, 2011 by
I grew up in Potomac, Maryland just 20 minutes from the White House. I've been to all the museums and visited all the landmarks many times but this trip will be different. Driving down Canal Road from Potomac through Georgetown and onto Pennsylvania Avenue to Constitution Avenue and seeing our great Capitol in front of me I felt something special. As I venture into the hallowed halls of the … [Read more...]
What A Difference A Day or 1460 Days Make
April 7, 2011 by
Do You Know Your Numbers? Mine are below. A look back at 4 years of lab results. I’m still working on the HDL. It’s been as high as 49. The ratio is very important. The lower the better. The ratio is your total cholesterol divided by your HDL. Always room for improvement for sure. It just goes to show you that we can change our numbers. The only prescription medication that I’m … [Read more...]