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December 2011
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Author Archives: Robin Finlinson
Fighting for the Best
She works hard against the odds Name: Christa Mitchell Age: 32 Resides: Tucson “I realized that I couldn’t just rely on the medicine; I needed to take better care of myself.” Background: Christa Mitchell was born and raised in Newfoundland, … Continue reading
Preventive Medicine
His prescription: Do more Name: Samuel King Age: 75 Resides: Phoenix “I have always been determined. If you’re not determined, you’re not going to do it, especially when you get older.” Background: Since he was 10 years old growing up … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix, September 2011
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No More Road Blocks
Regaining his health and easing his mind Name: Richard Crum Age: 57 Resides: Mesa “Running is a way to put more distance between you and death.” Background: Richard Crum grew up in New Mexico. In high school, he set a … Continue reading
Posted in August 2011, Success, Success Phoenix
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Still Cooking
This former baker’s secret recipe is regular exercise and moderation Name: Karl Rennhofer Age: 77 Resides: Gold Canyon “I feel very good when I exercise outside.” Background: As a child in Wuerzburg, Germany, Karl Rennhofer got a lot of exercise … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix, June 2011
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Staying Fit, Having Fun
Having realistic goals is important Name: Harriet Marshall Age: 66 Resides: Phoenix “If you don’t love yourself, you’ll eat anything, you’ll let yourself look any way, and you’ll let ugly things come into your spirit.” Background: Harriet Marshall is a … Continue reading
Posted in April 2011, Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix
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Going for 100
A positive attitude, daily activity and lots of laughing will get her there Name: Sally Weiss Age: 92 Resides: Phoenix “Dwell on all the good in your life. Let the rest go.” Background: Sally Weiss was born in Chicago in … Continue reading
Posted in February 2011, Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix
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Running Ahead
Losing weight and beating cancer Name: Matthew Watson Age: 51 Resides: Chandler “I’ve learned that life can change in an instant.” Background: Matthew Watson was raised in Mesa, and as a teenager his parents signed themselves up for a running … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix, January 2011
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Meet the Sensei
A seventh-degree black belt turns 70 Name: Frank Sasso Age: 70 Resides: Phoenix “People put off what brings them joy, because they don’t have time to schedule it.” Background: Frank Sasso grew up in Chicago where he was the youngest … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life Phoenix, November 2010
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Good for the Body and Soul
She understands the importance of exercise Name: Lana Whitehead Age: 64 Resides: Mesa Quote: “Exercise keeps me alert and happy.” Background: In her youth, Mesa resident Lana Whitehead was active in dance and joined the swim team for recreation. While … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix, October 2010
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Never Give Up — A fantastic comeback thanks to early detection and serious determination
Name: Reylene Luke Age: 32 Resides: Chandler Quote: “I like to do hard things and come up victorious.” Background: Reylene Luke was always physically active growing up in Mesa. She loved to dance and enjoyed running for stress relief. The … Continue reading