Getting to know your shapefit friends!
Moderators: Boss Man, cassiegose
Yes Boss Man I sure did read it. Very interesting. Hope we will have a cure within 5 yearsBoss Man wrote:Hay Boopster. Not sure if you read post about the Gcmaff Cancer therapy a while back, but regards your wish about Cancer, were your Government to wake up and see the reality under their noses, I think you could have your wish within 5 years from now.
I just depends how quickly they would get their arse into gear.
Both LespleaseLesplease wrote:I did chem research for a bit. I worked under Sherman, one of the leading chemists in the development of cis-platin (not in use much anymore, but at the time was one of the only breast cancer meds). Talk about some amazing people. I've read some of her papers (she is inorganic, by then I was working on inorganics inside of organic systems, specifically magnesium), and I am constantly in awe of the dedication that she had to her work. Amazing stuff, really (:
Boops- do you smoosh boobs because you are trying to do your part for the prevention, or are you more into prevention now that you smoosh? Either way I bet there are a lot of women thanking you...
Always have been an advocate for breast Cancer awareness, but after it really hit home with a sister-in-law being diagnosed and 2 of very dear friends at work, I became a raging bull to help find a cure for breast cancer once and for all! I call all girlfriends on their birthday and wish them a great day as well as remind them to come in for their yearly "smooshin" . I want them around for a LOOONG time! Don't know what I'd do without "peeps" 
There has been some who agree with this thought. In the United States, the suggested times for a woman to have a mammogram are as follows:Boss Man wrote:Some poeple would advicate Mammograms, being a radiation based therapy, could actually cause Cancer, but it depends on how often the person would be having it, which might be the basis of such scientific speculation.
Ages 35-40: A baseline or (first) mammogram should be done
Ages 40-50: Every other year unless a strong family history (mother, sister, grandmother)
Age 50 and after: Every year, as chances for breast cancer increase with age.
Personally, I get a mammogram every year. I feel the benefits of detecting breast cancer at early stages, should I ever become diagnosed, far outweigh the risks of the amount of radiation absorbed into body.
When I was studying to become a tech, I vaguely remember our instructor telling us that the anount of radiation given during a routine
x-ray (let's say a chest x-ray for an example) is less exposure than a day in the sun when the body absorbs environmental sources. There is still much debate over this isssue and that's neither here nor there. In gut, I believe the rise in breast cancers and other cancers is due to our consumption of processed foods, the way our country feeds our cows, chickens, and other livestock, farmers spraying with pesticides and our disgusting water. Just opinion though. I have no solid proof or evidence that this may cause the rise in cancers. Below is some information I copied and pasted from The American College of Radiation regarding the risks of radiation exposure:
Risks
There is always a slight chance of cancer from excessive exposure to radiation. However, the benefit of an accurate diagnosis far outweighs the risk.
The effective radiation dose from a mammogram is about 0.7 mSv, which is about the same as the average person receives from background radiation in three months. Federal mammography guidelines require that each unit be checked by a medical physicist every year to ensure that the unit operates correctly. See the Safety page for more information about radiation dose.
False Positive Mammograms. Five percent to 15 percent of screening mammograms require more testing such as additional mammograms or ultrasound. Most of these tests turn out to be normal. If there is an abnormal finding, a follow-up or biopsy may have to be performed. Most of the biopsies confirm that no cancer was present.
It is estimated that a woman who has yearly mammograms between ages 40 and 49 has about a 30 percent chance of having a false-positive mammogram at some point in that decade and about a 7 percent to 8 percent chance of having a breast biopsy within the 10-year period.
Special care is taken during x-ray examinations to use the lowest radiation dose possible while producing the best images for evaluation. National and international radiology protection councils continually review and update the technique standards used by radiology professionals.
Your welcome!brentyboy wrote:That is awesome!!!!! Thank you so much for that, you made day. I love it!Here it is if your interested:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25tr9PzNKhc
Sounds not that great due to crappy camera, but you still get to rock out;)
Brent
Well it isn't always easy to know what can constitute a Cancer risk.
There is something called the Ames test, developed by a Dr Bruce Ames in 1973, which creates exposure of supposedly Cancerous substances, to Salmonella viruses, (don't know why those per se), then the virus is tested for any Carcinogenic reaction.
Although it is supposedly quite accurate, but it isn't completely failsafe.
As for the water problem you eluded to, there are concerns about the water in middle and southern America, causing a risk to young children, the elderly, and people on medications, as some people don't dispose of medicines properly, and put then down sinks and toilets, and then the water has trace medicines in them, possibly things like Anti-depressants, Thyroid meds, Cholesterol meds etc etc, and this supposedly is the cause of some peoples medical side effects / anomelies.
You are quite right to speculate about dietary changes leading to Cancer.
There's also a probable increased risk of Colo-rectal Cancer, because too many obese people don't have enough Colo-rectal function, and create a backlog of faecal waste, that exposes the surrounding tissues to toxins, for longer than should be the case.
There is something called the Ames test, developed by a Dr Bruce Ames in 1973, which creates exposure of supposedly Cancerous substances, to Salmonella viruses, (don't know why those per se), then the virus is tested for any Carcinogenic reaction.
Although it is supposedly quite accurate, but it isn't completely failsafe.
As for the water problem you eluded to, there are concerns about the water in middle and southern America, causing a risk to young children, the elderly, and people on medications, as some people don't dispose of medicines properly, and put then down sinks and toilets, and then the water has trace medicines in them, possibly things like Anti-depressants, Thyroid meds, Cholesterol meds etc etc, and this supposedly is the cause of some peoples medical side effects / anomelies.
You are quite right to speculate about dietary changes leading to Cancer.
There's also a probable increased risk of Colo-rectal Cancer, because too many obese people don't have enough Colo-rectal function, and create a backlog of faecal waste, that exposes the surrounding tissues to toxins, for longer than should be the case.
One interesting thing some people do to Salmon in fish farms, is dose them with something I think it's called Astaxanthin, which colours their flesh Pink. Then they check it off against a colour chart.
This is done as the flesh retains a grey hue, owing to the lack of Shellfish normally enjoyed in their natural diets.
This is done as the flesh retains a grey hue, owing to the lack of Shellfish normally enjoyed in their natural diets.
Name (first names only are fine)?
Chris
Where do you work out?
job was slugg'n appliances for an average of 12 hours a day before that the local YMCA
How long have you been working out?
off and on since I was in grade 7/8
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
1-wife, 1-5year old daughter, 3-cats, 1-fish
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
Job hunting/Bouncer -- 2 college diplomas and don't really use either
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Get Job, find a new gym (changed the YMCA and don't like it)
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
Alive and Kicking, perhaps threatening the little boys that will be chasing daughter.
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
grade 7/8
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
As the Boss said, getting to here and now.... daughter..... quitting smoking after 18 years
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
watching daughter
Most recent thing you ate?
2 egg and cheese sandwiches, handfull of carrots, handfull of blueberries, 2 slices of pinapple, 1/2 and apple, and 1/4 of a nectorine
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Bed... the water ..... mmmm, bed on a boat -- Rock-a-bye-Chris!
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Cornish game hen, blue rare filet mignon, grilled ocean salmon, large shell pasta stuffed with sauted mushrooms and veggies, tomatoe sauce and topped with old cheese, a roasted stuffed tomatoe with mushrooms, veggies and fetta, ricotta and mozarella cheeses. For desert.. fresh berries covered in a mint liquer cream sauce
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
people who set out and do as they plan out, who acheive their goals and motivate others
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
Star Wars (pick one, I can't, underworld) / many from different genres / favorite author is L.E. Modesett Jr.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who drive while on the cell phone, wining, the phrase "I meant to"
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for (and no you cannot
wish for 3 more wishes… 3 is all you get!)?
1. long life and health for friends and family while maintaining our desired body percent ratios
2. part time hours for friends and family that produce a greater than average full time wage for as long as we desire to work.
3. A saved wish for the future.
Chris
Where do you work out?
job was slugg'n appliances for an average of 12 hours a day before that the local YMCA
How long have you been working out?
off and on since I was in grade 7/8
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
1-wife, 1-5year old daughter, 3-cats, 1-fish
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
Job hunting/Bouncer -- 2 college diplomas and don't really use either
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Get Job, find a new gym (changed the YMCA and don't like it)
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
Alive and Kicking, perhaps threatening the little boys that will be chasing daughter.
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
grade 7/8
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
As the Boss said, getting to here and now.... daughter..... quitting smoking after 18 years
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
watching daughter
Most recent thing you ate?
2 egg and cheese sandwiches, handfull of carrots, handfull of blueberries, 2 slices of pinapple, 1/2 and apple, and 1/4 of a nectorine
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Bed... the water ..... mmmm, bed on a boat -- Rock-a-bye-Chris!
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Cornish game hen, blue rare filet mignon, grilled ocean salmon, large shell pasta stuffed with sauted mushrooms and veggies, tomatoe sauce and topped with old cheese, a roasted stuffed tomatoe with mushrooms, veggies and fetta, ricotta and mozarella cheeses. For desert.. fresh berries covered in a mint liquer cream sauce
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
people who set out and do as they plan out, who acheive their goals and motivate others
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
Star Wars (pick one, I can't, underworld) / many from different genres / favorite author is L.E. Modesett Jr.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who drive while on the cell phone, wining, the phrase "I meant to"
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for (and no you cannot
wish for 3 more wishes… 3 is all you get!)?
1. long life and health for friends and family while maintaining our desired body percent ratios
2. part time hours for friends and family that produce a greater than average full time wage for as long as we desire to work.
3. A saved wish for the future.
Name (first names only are fine)?
Sara
Where do you work out?
In basement
How long have you been working out?
On and off for a couple of years. Just got serious about it this year after being asked to coach the sports team at boys' school.
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
gorgeous hubby Neil, 3 boys aged 12,10 and 9. dog died in January.
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
This year I'm teaching gr 7 Math, Keyboarding, English, and Bible. Gr 8 Keyboarding and Math and gr 6 Math.
I do enjoy it but would rather be a nurse.
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Fitness related: lose weight and keep up with the kids
Life related: Earn a degree as a registered nurse.
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
In 1 year: Off to university
In 5 years: Graduating with honours
In 10 years: Enjoying 25th wedding anniversary with hubby.
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
I've always been active but fell off the wagon after having boys. Jumping back on it now!
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
3 boys and marriage of 15 years.
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
Sorting through tests and quizzes for the upcoming school and canning veggies from garden.
Most recent thing you ate?
Homemade beef stew.
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Tour England, Ireland and Scotland. It's dream vacation.
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Tandoori chicken with basmati rice.
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
parents who have been a great example of what a marriage should be and grandma who has been living with breast cancer for the last 4 years.
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
No favourites. likes and dislikes change all the time.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Kids not using a kleenex and just sitting there snorting all day.
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for (and no you cannot
wish for 3 more wishes… 3 is all you get!)?
Not sure. I'd have to think about it.
Sara
Where do you work out?
In basement
How long have you been working out?
On and off for a couple of years. Just got serious about it this year after being asked to coach the sports team at boys' school.
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
gorgeous hubby Neil, 3 boys aged 12,10 and 9. dog died in January.
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
This year I'm teaching gr 7 Math, Keyboarding, English, and Bible. Gr 8 Keyboarding and Math and gr 6 Math.
I do enjoy it but would rather be a nurse.
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Fitness related: lose weight and keep up with the kids
Life related: Earn a degree as a registered nurse.
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
In 1 year: Off to university
In 5 years: Graduating with honours
In 10 years: Enjoying 25th wedding anniversary with hubby.
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
I've always been active but fell off the wagon after having boys. Jumping back on it now!
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
3 boys and marriage of 15 years.
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
Sorting through tests and quizzes for the upcoming school and canning veggies from garden.
Most recent thing you ate?
Homemade beef stew.
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Tour England, Ireland and Scotland. It's dream vacation.
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Tandoori chicken with basmati rice.
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
parents who have been a great example of what a marriage should be and grandma who has been living with breast cancer for the last 4 years.
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
No favourites. likes and dislikes change all the time.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Kids not using a kleenex and just sitting there snorting all day.
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for (and no you cannot
wish for 3 more wishes… 3 is all you get!)?
Not sure. I'd have to think about it.
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Name (first names only are fine)?
Luanne
Where do you work out?
Planet Fitness
How long have you been working out?
Since December 2008
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
1 Wonderful Husband, 2 Great sons, daughter(s) in law and 2 of the greatest Grandsons, Mason and Austin - and little 5 lb. Pomeranian Precious
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
I was a Banker for over 35 years - loved job! But things have changed, I'm now semi retired, laid off as they eliminated business line
Jobs in field at level aren't readily available so I'm now thinking about pursuing something in health and fitness - a PT to start - still in the planning stages.
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Get Fit! Become a PT or something in health and fitness - Be happy!
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
Hopefully Certified as a PT and 10-20 lbs lighter in 1 year. Own own business 1-5 yrs. 10 years? Hopefully alive and kicking, enjoying kids and granchildren!
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
December 2008 - Very late bloomer! I was always athletic in younger years.
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
Promotion to SVP (In dominated field), but more importantly it was an opportunity to meet and work with so many wonderful, talented, individuals - we had a great team!
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?
Can't do two things at once - so this is it!
But I am listening to husband watching the Giants Game!
Most recent thing you ate?
4 oz of Yogurt - handful (20) of almonds Had some great Thai food for dinner - yum! Anyone know if Thai food is generally good for you? I hope!
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Italy
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Chateau Briand - Ceasars Salad - Chocolate Fondue (Where's spell check when you need it?)
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
I typically don't have heros - I value real people, grounded and honest, people who care about others
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
Movie - Tie between American President and West Side Story
Song - Love Kelly Clarkson, Marc Anthony and Adam and Kris from American Idol
Book - I read tons, and tons of books - favorite author is J.D. Robb (Nora Roberts)
What is your biggest pet peeve?
When a police officer speeds by me at 90 MPH with no apparent emergency ahead.
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for ?
Health, health and health - for not only me but family and friends.
Luanne
Where do you work out?
Planet Fitness
How long have you been working out?
Since December 2008
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
1 Wonderful Husband, 2 Great sons, daughter(s) in law and 2 of the greatest Grandsons, Mason and Austin - and little 5 lb. Pomeranian Precious
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
I was a Banker for over 35 years - loved job! But things have changed, I'm now semi retired, laid off as they eliminated business line
Jobs in field at level aren't readily available so I'm now thinking about pursuing something in health and fitness - a PT to start - still in the planning stages. Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
Get Fit! Become a PT or something in health and fitness - Be happy!
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
Hopefully Certified as a PT and 10-20 lbs lighter in 1 year. Own own business 1-5 yrs. 10 years? Hopefully alive and kicking, enjoying kids and granchildren!
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
December 2008 - Very late bloomer! I was always athletic in younger years.
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
Promotion to SVP (In dominated field), but more importantly it was an opportunity to meet and work with so many wonderful, talented, individuals - we had a great team!
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?
Can't do two things at once - so this is it!
But I am listening to husband watching the Giants Game!
Most recent thing you ate?
4 oz of Yogurt - handful (20) of almonds Had some great Thai food for dinner - yum! Anyone know if Thai food is generally good for you? I hope!
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Italy
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Chateau Briand - Ceasars Salad - Chocolate Fondue (Where's spell check when you need it?)
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
I typically don't have heros - I value real people, grounded and honest, people who care about others
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
Movie - Tie between American President and West Side Story
Song - Love Kelly Clarkson, Marc Anthony and Adam and Kris from American Idol
Book - I read tons, and tons of books - favorite author is J.D. Robb (Nora Roberts)
What is your biggest pet peeve?
When a police officer speeds by me at 90 MPH with no apparent emergency ahead.
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for ?
Health, health and health - for not only me but family and friends.
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lareinamae
- ESTABLISHED MEMBER
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Re: Getting to know your shapefit friends!
Name?
LaReina
Where do you work out?
LA Fitness in Lacey, WA
How long have you been working out?
Off and on all life. I was an athlete in school, worked at a gym in young adult life...and fell off the workout bandwagon about 5 years ago. Now I think it's time to get back on track! I have been working out consitantly for 4 weeks now.
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
I have one 8 year old daughter and a 16 year old German Exchange Student (boy)
pets are 3 horses, 2 chihuahuas, 1 guinea pig and a hamster (the last two are actually daughter's pets)
I also have a husband, the love of life
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
I am a PT real estate assistant and I also work PT for husband's store (he owns a building supplies store). I have been trying to bring husbands company into the computer age!! ;o)
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
1: Get body fat down so I can be healthier and feel good about myself
2: Bring energy level UP!
3: Define body with visable muscle
4: Fit into the *cute* pair of jeans sitting in closet
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
1: In one year I would like to be a part time licensed real estate agent and be selling homes while working for husband's company
5: I'd like to be able to buy a new car (free and clear - I hate car payments!)
10: I'd like to have a vacation home for the rainy winter months
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
When I learned how to ride pink panther bicycle at age 8 and ever since...
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
Bought a house when I was 19, raised an amazing daughter (8 years old to date), met and married the most wonderful man in the world.
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
Sitting at work... pretending to work on real estate stuff...playing on shapefit
Most recent thing you ate?
WW Turkey sandwhich
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Italy, Rome or !!
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Something with a white sherry sauce, mushrooms, chicken and wild rice...mmmmm!
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
Cassie, Steve Prefontain
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
The Notebook, anything by Muse, Why Men Love Bitches
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who drive with their heads up their rumps and people who cut in line (like they didn't see you!) GRR!!
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for?
A winning lotto ticket and an all expenses paid vacation for family and friends!
LaReina
Where do you work out?
LA Fitness in Lacey, WA
How long have you been working out?
Off and on all life. I was an athlete in school, worked at a gym in young adult life...and fell off the workout bandwagon about 5 years ago. Now I think it's time to get back on track! I have been working out consitantly for 4 weeks now.
Do you have kids? Pets? A spouse? A significant other?
I have one 8 year old daughter and a 16 year old German Exchange Student (boy)
pets are 3 horses, 2 chihuahuas, 1 guinea pig and a hamster (the last two are actually daughter's pets)
I also have a husband, the love of life
What is your occupation? Do you enjoy it? What would you like to do for a living?
I am a PT real estate assistant and I also work PT for husband's store (he owns a building supplies store). I have been trying to bring husbands company into the computer age!! ;o)
Current goals (can be fitness related or just goals for life in general)?
1: Get body fat down so I can be healthier and feel good about myself
2: Bring energy level UP!
3: Define body with visable muscle
4: Fit into the *cute* pair of jeans sitting in closet
Where do you see yourself in 1 year? 5 years? 10 years?
1: In one year I would like to be a part time licensed real estate agent and be selling homes while working for husband's company
5: I'd like to be able to buy a new car (free and clear - I hate car payments!)
10: I'd like to have a vacation home for the rainy winter months
When did you become involved in health and fitness?
When I learned how to ride pink panther bicycle at age 8 and ever since...
Biggest achievement(s) in life?
Bought a house when I was 19, raised an amazing daughter (8 years old to date), met and married the most wonderful man in the world.
What are you doing right now (besides playing on the computer?)
Sitting at work... pretending to work on real estate stuff...playing on shapefit
Most recent thing you ate?
WW Turkey sandwhich
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go?
Italy, Rome or !!
If a chef came to your door right now and offered to you anything you
wanted to eat what would it be?
Something with a white sherry sauce, mushrooms, chicken and wild rice...mmmmm!
Who is/are your HERO(s)?
Cassie, Steve Prefontain
What is your all time favorite movie? Favorite song? Favorite book?
The Notebook, anything by Muse, Why Men Love Bitches
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who drive with their heads up their rumps and people who cut in line (like they didn't see you!) GRR!!
If a genie gave you 3 wishes what would you wish for?
A winning lotto ticket and an all expenses paid vacation for family and friends!
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cassiegose
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Re: Getting to know your shapefit friends!
Awwwwe! You rated me next to Steve Prefontain? I'm absolutely freaking speechless!lareinamae wrote:Who is/are your HERO(s)?
Cassie, Steve Prefontain
