Keith Ahrens

“Recertified for my CPR – AED Adult, Child and Infant Training today. It’s always good to get the practice using AED devices and Performing CPR. You never know when you’ll be called upon or have to step in to save a life. Being prepared can make a scary situation seem less scary. Are you ready? Please visit the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross web sites for classes in your area.” – Keith

“Why don’t we get check ups? Many people are in a state of denial, have fears, too busy, don’t want to know if there’s a problem, hate doctors, afraid of blood work, may feel embarrassed to discover a problem etc…..  I could go on and on about excuses I’ve heard.  But at the end of the day, they’re just excuses. Get a check up!  Save your life!” – Keith

“Have confidence in someone else. Have confidence in yourself. I know what its like for people have confidence in me. Other people’s confidence has brought me through some very difficult times. Today I share my confidence in you. You deserve it. Feel proud and empowered to know that someone, somewhere is confident in you.” – Keith

Team “Outrunning My Shadow” So far – $2785 raised

#1 Community Team, #5 overall team out of 160 total teams.

Way to go team and contributors.

Also, as last years AHA Lifestyle Change Award Recipient, The AHA asked me to present the award to this years recipient.

Las Vegas American Heart Association Heart Walk October 16, 2010

Here we go. Team “Outrunning My Shadow” is the top Community Team as of today in our fundraising efforts for Saturday’s Heart Walk.  We’ve exceeded our team goal and want to go even higher.

It’s still not too late to donate and help make a difference. Lives will be saved. The money goes directly to research, grant funding, and awareness campaigns.

Thank you so much for your Heart Healthy support. Keith

“Could the worst news about your own health, or a loved ones, actually be the best news you’ve ever heard?” – Keith

“Is it possible to get someone to do something healthier for just a hug? When you ask your spouse, kids, or a friend to do something that will make them healthier, tell them you’ll give them a hug. What may not seem like a big deal today, may mean the world to them tomorrow. What would you give to hug a family member or friend just one more time that has passed away?” – Keith

“A Good Attitude is Free.  No Charge and You Make it For Yourself.  It’s an easy recipe that’s definitely Heart Healthy.  It’s the bad attitude that costs us.” – Keith

“We all know the golden rule, “Treat others as you wish to be treated”.  I say, “Treat yourself the way you treat other people”.  We often treat our family and friends much better than we treat ourselves. Why? Put yourself at the front of the line when it comes to heart healthy lifestyle changes. You deserve it. I’m a big believer in putting yourself first. The impact it’s had on my life and how many people I’ve been able to help and influence has been immeasurable.” – Keith

Misdiagnosis?  I’ve heard from several people recently about them being misdiagnosed by their doctor.  I haven’t done much research on this topic. Perhaps this is more common than I thought. I’m a big believer in 2nd or even 3rd opinions. I’m not speaking about simply not liking what the doctor says, but actually misdiagnosing a condition that has become a much bigger issue. Thoughts? – Keith