You should check it out!
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Thursday, November 20, 2008
Working Out with Kids
Hey guys - Barbara did a really great story about getting your kids involved in your working out routines.
You should check it out!
You should check it out!
Monday, September 8, 2008
Hey Buddies!
Today is the day... we launched the online version of Barbara's Buddies with a special e-mail to everyone on the list.
You can still get in on the e-mails and online version of the challenge. E-mail us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com!
Later today, the five buddies will be signing up for the blog, so they can tell their stories... in their own words.
Be sure you keep updated with the very latest from the Buddies!
You can still get in on the e-mails and online version of the challenge. E-mail us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com!
Later today, the five buddies will be signing up for the blog, so they can tell their stories... in their own words.
Be sure you keep updated with the very latest from the Buddies!
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Let The Games Begin!
Today was the BIG Day!
We launched Barbara's Buddies LIVE this morning, as the Buddies joined Barbara at AIM Fitness, with our trainers Jason and Aly.
We started off the morning with a big hello from the entire group, as Barbara explained how the system was going to work.
(click picture to watch)
Then... one by one, we introduced YOU to the Buddies, giving you a chance to hear each of their stories.
Meet Megan:
(click picture to watch)
Megan is a 27-year old literacy facilitator from Cornelius. She says she's struggled with weight her entire life and is ready to take complete control of her heart health.
She's already a member of a local gym, but feels that's not enough. Thankfully, she has no existing health problems and she DOESN'T want that to the change.
Megan is full of energy and ready to take on this challenge head-on.
It sounds like the key for Megan will be squeezing in time to exercise because she has a very busy schedule.
Meet the Weavers:
(click picture to watch)
Meet (from left to right) 37-year old Nyruh, 11-year old Imani and 34-year old Darlene.
This family of three captured our attention because as a group, they're wanting to change some habits and get their hearts in great shape!
Nyruh and his wife Darlene met more than a dozen years ago while serving in the US Army. As you might expect, they were both in great shape.
Since then, Darlene says they've made bad food choices and have settled into a life of inactivity. Now they want to be better role models for their daughter, Imani.
Add to that a family history of heart disease and stroke, and this becomes a need to take charge of their health and keep those risk factors at bay.
We expect to see some military-type Buddy motivation from these guys... and we welcome it!
Meet Fred:
(click picture to watch)
Fred is a 56-year old from Gaston County who has a history of Diabetes.
Sadly, both of his parents died from complications from Diabetes. He is also diabetic and takes insulin daily, as well as medicine for high blood pressure.
He says he is tired and sluggish all the time and that his body constantly aches from head to toe.
Fred's biggest challenges, by his own admission, are eating right and getting in shape. Fred believes this Buddy program is the one thing that will make all the difference for him, because we are all committed to holding each other accountable!
Meet Frankie:
(click picture to watch)
Ms. Frankie is 55-years old and wanted to be part of this Buddy program because she has Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol and suffers from joint problems.
She says she weighs more now than she ever has, and that's preventing her from enjoying life as she could or should.
Frankie used to walk 5 miles every day. She says her biggest challenge now is motivation.
Our trainers will be showing her modified versions of our exercises so she doesn't skip a beat. And like the rest of us, she'll get plenty of attention from our nutritionist.
Meet Amy:
(click picture to watch)
Amy is a 47-year old wife and mother of two.
She says while her family loves her just as she is, she's not at all happy with her weight, especially considering her family history of high blood pressure and diabetes. Popular diets are a challenge for her because they usually involve or exclude foods that aren't conducive for the rest of her family.
Also, finding the time to exercise is a big obstacle because both she and her husband work full time while raising a 12-year old and a 13-year old.
Amy is really hoping that by getting her heart in shape, she'll be able to ward off heart disease and diabetes.
Amy wants to be around for her family and she's committed to finding the time and energy to make this work... Buddy style!
GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!
We launched Barbara's Buddies LIVE this morning, as the Buddies joined Barbara at AIM Fitness, with our trainers Jason and Aly.
We started off the morning with a big hello from the entire group, as Barbara explained how the system was going to work.
Then... one by one, we introduced YOU to the Buddies, giving you a chance to hear each of their stories.
Meet Megan:
Megan is a 27-year old literacy facilitator from Cornelius. She says she's struggled with weight her entire life and is ready to take complete control of her heart health.
She's already a member of a local gym, but feels that's not enough. Thankfully, she has no existing health problems and she DOESN'T want that to the change.
Megan is full of energy and ready to take on this challenge head-on.
It sounds like the key for Megan will be squeezing in time to exercise because she has a very busy schedule.
Meet the Weavers:
Meet (from left to right) 37-year old Nyruh, 11-year old Imani and 34-year old Darlene.
This family of three captured our attention because as a group, they're wanting to change some habits and get their hearts in great shape!
Nyruh and his wife Darlene met more than a dozen years ago while serving in the US Army. As you might expect, they were both in great shape.
Since then, Darlene says they've made bad food choices and have settled into a life of inactivity. Now they want to be better role models for their daughter, Imani.
Add to that a family history of heart disease and stroke, and this becomes a need to take charge of their health and keep those risk factors at bay.
We expect to see some military-type Buddy motivation from these guys... and we welcome it!
Meet Fred:
Fred is a 56-year old from Gaston County who has a history of Diabetes.
Sadly, both of his parents died from complications from Diabetes. He is also diabetic and takes insulin daily, as well as medicine for high blood pressure.
He says he is tired and sluggish all the time and that his body constantly aches from head to toe.
Fred's biggest challenges, by his own admission, are eating right and getting in shape. Fred believes this Buddy program is the one thing that will make all the difference for him, because we are all committed to holding each other accountable!
Meet Frankie:
Ms. Frankie is 55-years old and wanted to be part of this Buddy program because she has Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol and suffers from joint problems.
She says she weighs more now than she ever has, and that's preventing her from enjoying life as she could or should.
Frankie used to walk 5 miles every day. She says her biggest challenge now is motivation.
Our trainers will be showing her modified versions of our exercises so she doesn't skip a beat. And like the rest of us, she'll get plenty of attention from our nutritionist.
Meet Amy:
Amy is a 47-year old wife and mother of two.
She says while her family loves her just as she is, she's not at all happy with her weight, especially considering her family history of high blood pressure and diabetes. Popular diets are a challenge for her because they usually involve or exclude foods that aren't conducive for the rest of her family.
Also, finding the time to exercise is a big obstacle because both she and her husband work full time while raising a 12-year old and a 13-year old.
Amy is really hoping that by getting her heart in shape, she'll be able to ward off heart disease and diabetes.
Amy wants to be around for her family and she's committed to finding the time and energy to make this work... Buddy style!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Countdown to Buddies!
Tomorrow is our big day!
Barbara's Buddies gets its official launch and you get your first chance to see the Buddies live and in action!
Our Buddies met up last week for the first time to meet with our trainers Jason and Aly. You can meet the buddies for yourself... live starting at five o'clock.
You can still join the online portion of Barbara's Buddies by e-mailing us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com. We'll be sure to add you to our mailing list of healthy tips.
For more about our Buddies and the Barbara's Buddies process, check out out Barbara's Buddies page on wbtv.com
Come join us and get healthy!
Barbara's Buddies gets its official launch and you get your first chance to see the Buddies live and in action!
Our Buddies met up last week for the first time to meet with our trainers Jason and Aly. You can meet the buddies for yourself... live starting at five o'clock.
You can still join the online portion of Barbara's Buddies by e-mailing us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com. We'll be sure to add you to our mailing list of healthy tips.
For more about our Buddies and the Barbara's Buddies process, check out out Barbara's Buddies page on wbtv.com
Come join us and get healthy!
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Buddies... on air and online
Hello Buddies.
I'm really excited about this journey we're about to embark on. For the Buddies who will be sharing our stories on air... we're going to get started the end of August though we will likely need to meet in the next two weeks. I'll be giving you guys and gals a call this week to get a better gauge of your schedules.
Online Buddies... we will also launch together at the end of August. As we support each other online... we'll be encouraging everyone to keep a food journal. I'm checking out a few user friendly ones now and I'll pass that information along very soon.
In the meantime... thank you all so much for wanting to be a part of our Buddy system to get in heart healthy shape! I'm convinced that we can all accomplish realistic goals by supporting one another... whether it's on TV or online!!!
Barbara
I'm really excited about this journey we're about to embark on. For the Buddies who will be sharing our stories on air... we're going to get started the end of August though we will likely need to meet in the next two weeks. I'll be giving you guys and gals a call this week to get a better gauge of your schedules.
Online Buddies... we will also launch together at the end of August. As we support each other online... we'll be encouraging everyone to keep a food journal. I'm checking out a few user friendly ones now and I'll pass that information along very soon.
In the meantime... thank you all so much for wanting to be a part of our Buddy system to get in heart healthy shape! I'm convinced that we can all accomplish realistic goals by supporting one another... whether it's on TV or online!!!
Barbara
Monday, July 28, 2008
Today is the Day!
It's the day many of us have been waiting for... especially those of us who have been planning Barbara's Buddies.
This morning, we announced the five people who were selected to join Barbara in her quest to get healthy. There were soooo many interesting and emotional stories for us, that it was almost an impossible task.
This is a cause that Barbara has really taken to heart, and she really wants to work and get a great group so that we can all get healthy.
The five Buddies are:
For the people that weren't listed, we still want you to be a part of this process. This is a teambuilding experience and we really need to hold one another accountable.
If you haven't already e-mail us, join our online support group. E-mail us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com. We want to hear from you and hear your stories.
Remember... today is the first day of the rest of your HEALTHY life!
This morning, we announced the five people who were selected to join Barbara in her quest to get healthy. There were soooo many interesting and emotional stories for us, that it was almost an impossible task.
This is a cause that Barbara has really taken to heart, and she really wants to work and get a great group so that we can all get healthy.
The five Buddies are:
- Fred Barnes from Gastonia is concerned about his diabetes.
- Megan Cahill from Cornelius says she's struggled with weight for most of her life.
- Amy Duncan is a wife and mother of two who says she needs accountability.
- Frankie Sarvis is concerns about diabetes and cholesterol.
- Darlene Weaver says she and her family just moved here from Atlanta and they really need to get into shape and lose weight.
For the people that weren't listed, we still want you to be a part of this process. This is a teambuilding experience and we really need to hold one another accountable.
If you haven't already e-mail us, join our online support group. E-mail us at BarbarasBuddies@wbtv.com. We want to hear from you and hear your stories.
Remember... today is the first day of the rest of your HEALTHY life!
Friday, July 25, 2008
Barbara's Buddies
Hello Ladies and Gents... the time has come to reveal our Barbara's Buddies list.
We plan to do that Monday (7/28) morning on WBTV at 6:35.
This was a REALLY tough decision... and the last thing we want is to leave anyone out... so while we will share the names of those who will be on T.V.... we'll also explain the way we plan to include everyone in this initiative to get in better shape and improve our heart health!!!
Please join us Monday morning... I truly believe this is the start of something amazing. We will succeed if we do it together!!!!!!!!!
Heart disease, Stroke & Diabetes step back because we're stepping up our efforts to be proactively healthy.
Barbara
We plan to do that Monday (7/28) morning on WBTV at 6:35.
This was a REALLY tough decision... and the last thing we want is to leave anyone out... so while we will share the names of those who will be on T.V.... we'll also explain the way we plan to include everyone in this initiative to get in better shape and improve our heart health!!!
Please join us Monday morning... I truly believe this is the start of something amazing. We will succeed if we do it together!!!!!!!!!
Heart disease, Stroke & Diabetes step back because we're stepping up our efforts to be proactively healthy.
Barbara
Making Diets Work
We all new that diets are hard to stick to... there's always something you want, but can't have.
So how can you make a diet work?
We're going to show you exactly how to incorporate the foods you crave into your everyday meals and still shed pounds, so you can beat those diet downfalls!
Check out the article on Prevention.com
But even the perfect diet is bound to get sticky, but you don't want to lose your concentration. So how can you keep the motivation high, when you are feeling so low? Looks like you need to "trick yourself thin."
Check out these tips from Men's Health!
Good Luck!
- The Producer
So how can you make a diet work?
We're going to show you exactly how to incorporate the foods you crave into your everyday meals and still shed pounds, so you can beat those diet downfalls!
Check out the article on Prevention.com
But even the perfect diet is bound to get sticky, but you don't want to lose your concentration. So how can you keep the motivation high, when you are feeling so low? Looks like you need to "trick yourself thin."
Check out these tips from Men's Health!
Good Luck!
- The Producer
Monday, July 14, 2008
New Way to Join!!!
Hello all you "On Your Way to a Healthy Life" People!!!!
We have a new way for you to join and take part in the Barbara's Buddies experience.
How?
You can e-mail us at our new e-mail address: barbarasbuddies@wbtv.com
We're looking for people who want to join and be one of Barbara's Buddies... but that's not all! If you want to join, but don't think you can take part in the on-air side, we still want to hear from you!
We want to hear your story, so we can all learn together! Let's get healthy... write us!
We have a new way for you to join and take part in the Barbara's Buddies experience.
How?
You can e-mail us at our new e-mail address: barbarasbuddies@wbtv.com
We're looking for people who want to join and be one of Barbara's Buddies... but that's not all! If you want to join, but don't think you can take part in the on-air side, we still want to hear from you!
We want to hear your story, so we can all learn together! Let's get healthy... write us!
We're Live and ONLINE!
That's right, today was the official launch of the Barbara's Buddies program!
We're looking for five of you to join Barbara in her quest to get healthy!
So, how can you be a Buddy?
We're looking for people who would be willing to share their stories on camera, and sometimes via live phone interviews in the mornings.
Have you been trying for a while with no success?
Want to get in shape to lower your risk of heart disease?
Just had a baby and want to shed extra pounds?
We want you!
Join us!
Leave a comment
or e-mail inbox@wbtv.com
or e-mail Barbara bpinson@wbtv.com
We want to hear your stories and we want YOU to join us.
We're looking for five of you to join Barbara in her quest to get healthy!
So, how can you be a Buddy?
We're looking for people who would be willing to share their stories on camera, and sometimes via live phone interviews in the mornings.
Have you been trying for a while with no success?
Want to get in shape to lower your risk of heart disease?
Just had a baby and want to shed extra pounds?
We want you!
Join us!
Leave a comment
or e-mail inbox@wbtv.com
or e-mail Barbara bpinson@wbtv.com
We want to hear your stories and we want YOU to join us.
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