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Keith Ahrens
Health tips and discussions, motivational articles and positive lifestyle coaching from Lifestyle Change Expert, Keith Ahrens
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I ask parents to raise their hands if they want their kids to be Lawyers, Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Scientists, Senior Managers, CEO’s, etc….They ALL raise their hands.
Then I ask them if it was all worth it if their child has a Heart Attack at 45 years old?
My Point-
Parents need to get involved and demand that funding continue in ALL health and physical education programs.
For the most part, each school district dictates its own curriculum. Physical education should be mandatory through grades 12 and required every semester a student is in school. – Keith
“Studies have concluded that listening to music while working out can increase the intensity level and duration of your workout.That “sounds” good, right?
Beat, Tempo, Rhythm, are natural stimulants for our brain. Music provides all of these.
I know that when I’m at home on the treadmill — alone?, and start to sing out loud my heart rate increases. It’s like talking when you’re running. It provides some extra interval training for me.
IPods, Mp3, players, and other micro sound systems have made it easier than ever and less cumbersome to listen to our favorite tunes at the gym.
Music can also take away some of the boredom when working out. We all need extra motivation once in a while. Music is a great place to start.
What’s your favorite song that keeps you moving and makes your workout seem to fly by?” – Keith
“If you’re doing weight resistance training, and you should be, try slowing down each repetition. For example, if you do a set of 10 reps of bicep curls in 12 seconds, slow it down to 24 seconds. This will let your muscles fire at a different rate. It’s like doing a completely different exercise. Try it for a set or two and see how you feel. Feels good, doesn’t it?” – Keith
“When is the best time to exercise? Is it morning, noon, or night? How about 3am, 3pm, when the sunrises or the stars shine? The correct answer is — The best time to exercise is the time that you WILL exercise! Find your niche, find your time but make activity and exercise a daily heart healthy priority.” – Keith
10 minutes of exercise for everyone. When I work out, I’ll do an extra 10 minutes thinking of everyone that needs a little push and encouragement to get moving. Knowing that I’ll do 10 minutes thinking of you, will you match it and do 10 minutes thinking of yourself? Remember, we all started somewhere. – Keith
5 turns into 10. 15 into 20. For many of us, the hardest part about exercising is just getting started. When I exercise it seems if I commit to 30 minutes of cardio it turns into 45-60 minutes. When I started exercising regularly, a commitment of 5 minutes turned to 10 then to 20 and so on. So just commit to 5 minutes of exercise or activity and watch it grow. So “take 5” and get healthier. Your heart will thank you. – Keith
“The best exercise is the exercise/activity that you can and will do. Forget the excuses and find something that you have fun doing. It should be fun and not an exercise/activity that you hate to do. Your endurance and momentum will build quickly. It’s much easier to make something fun part of a regular routine.” – Keith
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“Anniversary, Birthday, Thanksgiving…What a Day”
“5 years ago, August 23, 2007, is the day I had my open-heart surgery. I remember as if it were yesterday. More healthy, healing, positive energy from family and friends was sent my way that day than anyone ever deserved. I would imagine all survivors can relate to how I feel. I’m more alive today […]
Are You An Advocate?
If you could tell your legislators just one thing about Heart Disease, What would you tell them?
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Like I say, “I Hate Heart Disease”. Good man, Good life. RIP Mr. Clark. I’ll think of you every time the Ball drops. K Click on Link Below for Story, Dick Clark Dies: TV Legend Dead At 82
Are You CPR Smart?
Here is your chance to tell your legislators and others that you proudly support having CPR a required graduation credential for all high school students. To help, go to becprsmart.org I strongly believe that we need to have as many potential “First Responders” as we can. This is an excellent opportunity to do so. What […]
Denver Is A Safer Place Today
Mass CPR Training event in Denver today. Hundreds of men and women showed up today ranging from High School students to Senior Citizens to be trained in Hands Only CPR. Training took place every hour on the hour at East High School. We had over 50 trainers and the American Heart Association did a great […]
Mile High Kick-Off Party
This afternoon we held our annual Heart Walk Kick-Off Party for the American Heart Association – Denver at Sports Authority Field (Bronco Stadium) in the Visitors Locker Room. It was a wonderful team building and strategy meeting. We heard from a Stroke Survivor, got fired-up with a Zumba Team, and heard how last years top […]
Mass CPR Training Event – Denver
Saturday, March 24. East High School Denver. Last year 1600 trained… this year we expect over 2000. Saving lives by teaching one person at a time. Anyone can do it. It’s so easy to learn. If your near Denver just show up for an hour and we’ll show you how. Keith
SB68 Fails in the Colorado Senate.
This bill failed in committee for several reasons. I was able to testify in favor of the bill, but we were faced with some unexpected issues. We’ll try again next year. CPR in Schools: SB 98 would incorporate CPR training into high school curriculum. CPR and AEDs are tools that can save a life when […]
Alive, because someone knew CPR
Alive…. because someone knew CPR
Giving Our Kids A Chance
Coming Up In Committee In The Colorado Capitol. Trans-fat in Schools: SB 68 would create healthier school meals by removing trans-fats from school cafeterias. Trans-fats increase risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Healthier kids are more alert and learn better in the classroom. This bill will help reduce childhood obesity and create better students.
Is A First Responder Living In Your Home?
Coming up in Committee at the Colorado Capitol. Do you know CPR? CPR in Schools: SB 98 would incorporate CPR training into high school curriculum. CPR and AEDs are tools that can save a life when sudden cardiac arrest occurs. We want everyone to be trained in CPR so they can be a lifesaver in […]
Getting Started!
“Setting a goal for yourself is great, but don’t forget you need to start the race!” – K