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Fat 2 Fit Susan Michalski An Uplifting Story
When this busy mom found herself constantly short on time to take care of her health she thought up strategies to make better use of the time she had She got organized stuck to her priorities and reserved time in her day for the must-do activities like exercise
Raising three children and working full time at several jobs, Susan Michalski, of Grass Valley, Calif., didn't find it easy to squeeze in visits to the gym. Only by making it a priority (getting up at 3 a.m. and working out until 6 a.m.) was Susan able to succeed beyond her wildest dreams. After joining a women's power-lifting team at 55, Susan won international competitions in squat, dead lift, and bench press, along with state and regional awards in Nevada and California. Instead of feeling fat and bad about herself for being overweight, she emerged confident with solid self-esteem. Susan, now 71, continues to do cardio exercises, body sculpting, Pilates, and yoga. She lifts weights and walks daily. She's also an avid snow skier and hiker. As a printmaker and working artist, Susan has "creatively responded to her body and its needs," she related, and she likes being an example to others. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
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