Support National Heart Health Month!
As we all know February is recognized as National Heart Health Awareness month. Show your support and help the fight against Heart Disease by wearing red this month. The American Heart Association holds Heart Walk A Thons every year in California and accross the nation. The 2007 schedule of events is still posted on their website at www.americanheart.org In our local area of Stockton and Sacramento they are held in September, plenty of time to gather a group of friends together and make a difference. The AMHA site offers many local events you can participate in to raise awareness through out the year.
February is also the kick start of the GO RED FOR WOMEN MOVEMENT. Many people don’t know that heart disease is the #1 killer of women in America. Get educated and get heart healthy by getting to know your personal heart health. When is the last time you thought about getting your heart a check up? Many of us only go to the doctor when we are sick or something is wrong. Take preventative measures this month and get your heart a check up, by having your cholesterol and blood pressure checked. Even those of us who work out regularly and eat right are at risk – it could happen to anyone. Heart disease doesn’t discriminate! Ladies I strongly urge you to get heart smart. Something as simple as 20-30 minutes of cardio a day can help you maintain a healthy heart – physical fitness isn’t all about appearances its about living longer and stronger!
Posted in Your Body on February 1st, 2008 by Melissa | | 0 Comments