Over the course of the typical day, I Google a variety of subjects related to bicycling and fitness. This morning in one of my searches, I came across "Buzzword of the 21st Century: OBESITY ... Adult and Childhood," an excellent post about obesity from Bonnie Murphy (see photo at right), a fitness coach in Anchorage, Alaska.

Essentially, Bonnie's point is that our bodies are made for movement. Staying physically fit requires changes in attitudes and the choices we make. Amen to that!

Since Bonnie's post was in Womens Health And Fitness Podcast Directory, I may have ruffled the feathers of some fems by doing this but I (a man) posted a reply supporting Bonnie. Here's the gist of what I wrote:

"The obesity epidemic is societal. Stopping the epedemic is within the means of any loving parent. All we must do is look at the behaviors we are teaching our children and alter them.

Identify physical activities that are within the capabilities of the entire family and make those activities part of a fun, daily routine. Once physical activity is presented in a positive light, our children will embrace it for life."

We are the sum result of the choices we make. If you're unhappy with the person you are or see in the mirror, there is a miracle cure: physical activity. Take a dose every day; you won't regret it.

For more about Bonnie Murphy, visit her website (www.bfitandwell.com). If you set your own weights but would like someone knowledgeable to encourage your fitness program, Bonnie is also a Fitness By Phone personal trainer so give her a call.

Labels: Bonnie Murphy, fitness, obesity