Posted On 2009-01-29
At the begining of the challenge I didn't think I would have enough time to complete the challenge. But it worked out great. Every once in a while i got out of my seat and played in my backyard. The governers challenge has been such a great opertunity to run, play, and live a long healthier life. My mother and my father think that the governer's challenge is truly inspiring to everyone in California. This is probably the most smartest things in the world. Because there are some kids who's lives are changed big time becasue of this wonderful idea. This is a notion sweeping the nation. This expierince has also helped my dog. my dog is very old and not in the best shape in the world. Well the vet said that my dog will only live one or two years longer. When I heard this news i was devastated. I started to cry. But then I heard about this great thing called the governor's challenge. Then to start this i started running around in my back yard. My dog would chase me. Then after a while i noticed my dog was loosing weight! I was so glad. We went back to the vet and he told me thay Sparky, my dog, will live 3 or four more years. When I was told this I was jumping with glee. Then I started to take my dog on walks. I was so proud of myself. Thank you so much governer and your challenge!
At the begining of the challenge I didn't think I would have enough time to complete the challenge. But it worked out great. Every once in a while i got out of my seat and played in my backyard. The governers challenge has been such a great opertunity to run, play, and live a long healthier life. My mother and my father think that the governer's challenge is truly inspiring to everyone in California. This is probably the most smartest things in the world. Because there are some kids who's lives are changed big time becasue of this wonderful idea. This is a notion sweeping the nation. This expierince has also helped my dog. my dog is very old and not in the best shape in the world. Well the vet said that my dog will only live one or two years longer. When I heard this news i was devastated. I started to cry. But then I heard about this great thing called the governor's challenge. Then to start this i started running around in my back yard. My dog would chase me. Then after a while i noticed my dog was loosing weight! I was so glad. We went back to the vet and he told me thay Sparky, my dog, will live 3 or four more years. When I was told this I was jumping with glee. Then I started to take my dog on walks. I was so proud of myself. Thank you so much governer and your challenge!
Posted On 2009-05-16
I work out regularly anyway, but I thought it was a great way to support my school. I teach sixth grade math and science. I spoke to my students about the importance of exercise and nutrition and told them that I work out five days a week. Last year, I got into triathlon (sprint distance) and so I've really stepped up my running and cycling (and swimming when I'm training for a specific event).
I work out regularly anyway, but I thought it was a great way to support my school. I teach sixth grade math and science. I spoke to my students about the importance of exercise and nutrition and told them that I work out five days a week. Last year, I got into triathlon (sprint distance) and so I've really stepped up my running and cycling (and swimming when I'm training for a specific event).
Posted On 2009-03-28
For the past ten years, cardiovascular exercise has been a challenge. I have asthma and have had high blood pressure. I'm afraid after gaining 85 pounds in the past 5 years, cardio is the best option I have to lose that weight. The Governor's Challenge renewed my commitment to stay healthy. I shared the opportunity with my students, and now we touch base everyday on how we are doing in our quest for fitness. After slowly walking through the first three weeks of the challenge, I built enough courage to join the track team long distance running team. At my age, I don't expect to run at their pace, but at least I can make it through their rigorous 35-minute warm-ups without collapsing! Not only do my students and I have something new to talk about, but we are all helping each become healthier. It feels great! My goal is to lose 75 pounds and run a marathon by April 2010. Training doesn't stop when the Governor's Challenge is over, the challenge has just begun. Thanks for the incentive! And to my students, thank you all for your inspiration! Mlle. Khalil Capistrano Valley High School Mission Viejo, CA
For the past ten years, cardiovascular exercise has been a challenge. I have asthma and have had high blood pressure. I'm afraid after gaining 85 pounds in the past 5 years, cardio is the best option I have to lose that weight. The Governor's Challenge renewed my commitment to stay healthy. I shared the opportunity with my students, and now we touch base everyday on how we are doing in our quest for fitness. After slowly walking through the first three weeks of the challenge, I built enough courage to join the track team long distance running team. At my age, I don't expect to run at their pace, but at least I can make it through their rigorous 35-minute warm-ups without collapsing! Not only do my students and I have something new to talk about, but we are all helping each become healthier. It feels great! My goal is to lose 75 pounds and run a marathon by April 2010. Training doesn't stop when the Governor's Challenge is over, the challenge has just begun. Thanks for the incentive! And to my students, thank you all for your inspiration! Mlle. Khalil Capistrano Valley High School Mission Viejo, CA
Posted On 2008-11-23
I HAD so much fun doing this challenege and getting the 24 hour fitness pass. I want to do more challenges and get more 24 hour fitness passes. Thanks!!!
I HAD so much fun doing this challenege and getting the 24 hour fitness pass. I want to do more challenges and get more 24 hour fitness passes. Thanks!!!
