Join the SoBe Life Walk Day

by Chrystal Johnson

Spring is here and it is time to reconfirm your resolve to live a healthy lifestyle. The Million Pound Challenge and the Pepsi Bottling Group are inviting you and your family to participate in a three-mile walk Saturday, April 12 at the Detroit River Walk, beginning at 8 a.m.

“We are proud to partner with the Michigan Chronicle and the Million Pound Challenge for "SoBe Life Water Walking Month", said Jennifer Smith, multicultural marketing manager, Pepsi Bottling Group. “What better way to kick off the spring season than with a renewed commitment to health and wellness with a walk along the beautiful Detroit Riverfront, staying hydrated with SoBe Life Water.”

This walk will be energizing and motivating. Along the way, there will be local SoBe Life Walk Ambassadors who will motivate the crowd with words of encouragement. Live music and SoBe Life Water will be available. Councilwoman Alberta Tinsley-Talabi has joined the Challenge and she will be “Walking it Out” with a few of her friends.

"We must all be proactive in promoting a healthy lifestyle, said Detroit City Council Member Alberta Tinsley-Talabi. "Most recently, I inherited three dogs from my daughter and this in turn has encouraged me to jump-start my morning walking routine. I'm now breathing better and more energized to deliver a full work day."

SoBe Life Water is unique enhanced water that not only gives you a high level of vitamins and antioxidants, but it is also infused with natural herbs and is low in calories without using artificial sweeteners. There are five flavors to enjoy.

“The Million Pound Challenge is committed to its service to the community by raising health and fitness awareness,” said Sam Logan, publisher of the Michigan Chronicle. “It is a must that participants and their families stay engaged to the commitment of living a healthy life, not only for self but for the whole family especially our children – our future.”

Each month the Michigan Chronicle, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s WalkingWorks program, Verizon Wireless, Aquafina, Detroit Community Health Connection, Bally Total Fitness, AARP, Fox 2 News, DTE Energy, the Weight Watchers Group, Michigan Department of Community Health, Midwest Health Plan, Clear Channel’s Mix 92.3, Next Detroit and the Detroit Recreation Department host monthly health seminars and citywide workouts.

Mark your calendars; the next health seminar themed “The Truth about Gastric Bypass and Other Weight Loss Surgeries” will be held at Wayne County Community College District Downtown Campus at 6 p.m. on April 16.

If you have experienced significant weight loss because of participating in the Million Pound Challenge, please submit before and after pictures to Real Times Media 535 Griswold, Suite 1300; Detroit, Mich. 48226, Attention: Chrystal Johnson. Photos will be published in the Michigan Chronicle and its website. Photos will not be returned. Also, if you have a compelling weight loss story please contact us at (313) 963-8100.

Additional information on the Million Pound Challenge can be found on www.michronicleonline.com or by calling (313) 963-8100.

 

MILLION POUND CHALLENGE SOBE LIFE WALK

“Walk It Out”

by Chrystal Johnson

Detroit, come ‘Walk It Out’ with the Million Pound Challenge Official SoBe Life Walk on April 15, 2008.

The Million Pound Challenge will host a three-mile walk in three locations across the Detroit metro area to promote healthy living and a healthy lifestyles sponsored by the Michigan Chronicle and Pepsi Bottling Group.

“This walk will promote awareness for continued fitness and exercise as the Spring Season starts,” said Sam Logan, publisher of the Michigan Chronicle. “The Million Pound Challenge continues to be a successful fitness guide to the community and this walk is another facet to help demonstrate the need to stay on pace.”

The Walk(s) will take place at the Inglenook Park in Southfield, Mich., Detroit River Walk and Palmer Park in Detroit. The walk will be coordinated to begin at 8 a.m. This will be an opportunity for Challengers and supporters to reconfirm their resolve to life a healthy lifestyle. The entire family is invited to come out and join the hundreds of Challengers to ‘Walk It Out’.

Each month the Michigan Chronicle, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s WalkingWorks program, Verizon Wireless, Aquafina, Detroit Community Health Connection, Bally Total Fitness, AARP, Fox 2 News, DTE Energy, the Weight Watchers Group, Michigan Department of Community Health, Midwest Health Plan, Clear Channel’s Mix 92.3, Next Detroit and the Detroit Recreation Department host health seminars and a Citywide workouts.

“The Michigan Blues encourages everyone to join the Challenge for the sake of good health. While losing extra weight is important, the greater purpose of the program is to help stop unhealthy habits that lead to long-term health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and high blood pressure,” said Diana Jones, vice president, community affairs for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

Participants are encouraged to maintain a sense of urgency and activism with these programs. This will ensure positive results and act as a support group for those you are working toward living a healthier lifestyle.

Throughout the program, sponsors and participants can monitor their activity and get program updates on the Michigan Chronicle website: www.michronicleonline.com. Submitted before and after pictures are posted on the site, along with healthy living information, notes from speakers, sponsor messages and a feedback area for questions and comments.

“We are committed to changing lives for the better, even if it is one at a time,” said Logan. “Our hope is that you will join us, along with our other program partners in this critical and worthwhile effort to live a healthier lifestyle.”

If you have experienced significant weight loss because of participating in the Million Pound Challenge, please submit before and after pictures to Real Times Media 535 Griswold, Suite 1300; Detroit, Mich. 48226, Attention: Chrystal Johnson. Photos will be published in the Michigan Chronicle and its website. Photos will not be returned.

Additional information on the Million Pound Challenge can be found on www.michronicleonline.com or by calling (313) 963-8100.