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“You need to exercise more.” How many times has your doctor told you that? Doctors frequently prescribe exercise as a way to fight obesity and high rates of diabetes in Native America. But where and how you exercise depends on what you have available. Many rural tribal communities lack gyms. It can be hard for urban residents to find a safe place to go for a jog. Lack of exercise facilities could cut into a person’s motivation. How do you get yourself off the couch and working up a sweat when there’s not many places available?
Guests:
LaRita Laktonen-Ward (Alutiiq) – mother, professional figure competitor and health coach with Tru-Life Fitness
Casandra Stouder (Navajo/Seminole) – personal and group trainer, a master trainer for the Native American Fitness Council, motivational speaker, and counselor
Also featured on the show: Monday, July 20, 2015 – Changing Offensive Names
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