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This week, I started my 1st day of my 7th year as a volunteer coach. for Girls on the Run www.girlsontherun.org.
 
As we sat in a large circle, one by one, we all introduced ourselves and why we're a part of Girls on the Run. I started my intro as "My name is Mona Liza Reyes. Also known as coach Momo and I've been a volunteer coach for 7 years." I couldn't help but laugh out loud because the thought occurred to me that I've been coaching since the year that some of these girls were barely born! The ages of the girls I coach ranges from 8 - 11 years old (3rd - 5th grade)

Inspired by the timeless "Just Do It." campaign by Nike.
I found it appropriate to share these simple 3 words as a reminder to everyone.
 
In the past, I have been guilty of trying to please everyone. Wanting so much to make everyone happy and compromising my own joy. I worried alot about what others thought or said about me. And as a result of that,I've wasted time thinking about things I want to say, to do, become and accomplish.
Everything I am, is from the heart. Everything I do, is from the heart. 
 

Just recently Southwest airlines has made headlines when they decided to charge hollywood director Kevin Smith for an extra seat because of his weight. Kevin did not take to kindly to this and began a twitter blog that has receive over 1.5million hits

I remember one of my favorite teachers.
 

Diabetes ! It is now being called the silent killer . After watching the Oprah Winfery show  I was amazed to find out americans consume over 150lbs of sugar a year mainly pop that contains 20 grams of sugar per serving

Ok i now hold the worlds record for longest title of a blog. Lately i have found myself label reading more then ever keep in mind some of the ingridents I have never heard ohf.however from what I have learned from others is that you stay away from salt and sugar
Just wondering if reading all labels is a waste of time or should we bee learned reading everything ? I have found out that eating less is a big part of being healthy, Also  confessI must   that the labels @ times are confusing salt content sugar, calories per serving and trans fat (what is that?)

Happy MOnday Go Team Mo!
The month of January is almost coming to an end and I want to know, HOW ARE YOU HOLDING UP with the New Years Resolutions you've set for yourself?
I trust everyone is remaining focused.. determined...and most importantly, finding balance. 

Hey Mona!!! And the TEAM!!!
Its been a while since I've blogged here!

Sounds kind of sad when I say it outloud. But in my opinion, it's the honest truth.
We all have a choice. Some of the choices we make are never "easy", but we make them with faith that although it's a hard process to go through.. in the end, we'll be okay. We have to believe that when we push forward.. whether in accomplishing a health/fitness goal, leaving a job or moving on from a relationship, that although it's difficult to leave a "comfort zone" - it's all for a greater good. 

Once again Mona Lixa Reyes is hosting her annual bootcamp fitness training along with Josh Thompson for those who are in the San Jose area and even if you live outside the area , be there when Mo an Josh will set the course for 2010 when it comes to your fitness rountine
Train with champions and be informed. Remember if your healthy your dreams will be healthy