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Please watch the video and learn about someone making a difference. Get your checkup and screening. The life you save may be your own. Thanks Holly for your tireless efforts to save lives and prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
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Health tips and discussions, motivational articles and positive lifestyle coaching from Lifestyle Change Expert, Keith Ahrens
Today I delivered the Keynote Speech for the Howard County Public School System education conference. There were 150 Health and Physical Education teachers in attendance. The break out sessions were focused on nutrition, obesity prevention and physical fitness and technology. These great teachers are on the front line of the obesity epidemic and need our support. The heart health of our children depend on it. They positively impact the lives of every student they work with. One teacher told me that my speech could impact as many as 50,000 students. What a feeling:) – Keith
Most experts agree with me that small shifts and small lifestyle changes lead to long-term success for losing weight and maintaining weight loss as well as improving our physical fitness. The diet industry is a $60 billion industry built on failure. When is the last time you saw a weight loss product on TV that said you could lose 3 pounds over 3 weeks? – Keith
“Everyone needs to find the inspiration and motivation that can flip the switch that will lead to the heart healthier life that we deserve. The thing is that you have to reach for the switch and flip it yourself. Others may inspire and motivate you, but you have to make the first move. I say, Turn It On” – Keith
“Unfortunately, I know first hand what its like to have heart disease and open-heart surgery as a result of not taking care of myself. It can be a hard and challenging journey for many of us to a healthier life. The one thing I’ve learned is that the hard days last as long as we allow them to last. We can change our habits and make the right decisions on activity and nutrition.” – Keith
“Why should you be doing something to improve your heart health? I want you to think about what’s in it for you? Ask yourself this. What one thing would you like to do or feel that you can’t do now or haven’t felt in years?” – Keith
“August 23, 2007, is the day I had my open-heart surgery. I remember as if it were yesterday. I would imagine all survivors could relate to how I feel. I’m more alive today than I’ve ever been. I’ve lost over 200 pounds (without surgery) and feel great. I exercise and try to eat heart healthy everyday. Each day presents new challenges and obstacles but I do my best. Everyday is the greatest day of my life.” – Keith
“Tomorrow’s a new day as is the next. We decide how that day will go by our actions. Plan ahead the night before. Think Heart Health for the day and keep it in your mind. Use little reminders such as notes to yourself to help keep you on track. Make the right decisions and the momentum builds 1 minute, 1 hour, and 1 day at a time. Make it your day:)” – Keith
“For many people their first Heart Attack or Stroke is their last. Sad … but true. Education, Awareness and Prevention are the tools we have to combat the deadly and often preventable diseases that cause heart attack and stroke. Do something now; today, tomorrow and next week to positively impact your own life. It’s a gift you will cherish forever.” – Keith
“If losing weight were so simple, there would be no obesity epidemic. There are no quick fixes and fads don’t work. Believe me, I’ve tried most them. The fact is that losing weight is very difficult for most of us. It’s hard but the rewards of shedding the excess pounds (even a few) have unparalleled health benefits. The best diet or fitness program is the one that you’ll do and stick with that is nutritionally balanced and safe.” – Keith
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