Since winning the 2011 Canadian Curling Championships
Now at the end of each day I should be asking myself, “What
a lot of curling fans know who I am. I’ve struggled with that
did you do today to have a healthier body?”
at times, but when the Canadian Cancer Society asked me to be their ambassador for Women’s Cancer Awareness
To stay healthy, sign up for the Canadian Cancer Society’s
Month, I knew this was one time that being a ‘celebrity’ could
Reminder for Life program. Each year on your birthday you’ll
hopefully make a difference beyond sport.
get an email reminder about what you should discuss with your doctor regarding cancer screening, based on your age
Fortunately, I have not personally battled cancer. But like
and gender. It is a great resource because it does all the
everyone, I have friends and family who’ve been touched
research and work for you – and it’s free.
by cancer. If my public profile provides me with a platform to educate women about how they can reduce their risk of
Sign up at www.reminderforlife.ca
cancer or detect it early, then my role was a success. I believe you’re worth it! Exercise, nutrition and mental training prepared me to be the best on the ice when it mattered most. All of the things I’ve learned to become a competitive athlete, I still use every day. Being active, eating healthy and taking the time to be mentally fit by reading, meditating and surrounding myself with positive people are all part of my plan. As women we all have goals – to be a good mom, to be good at our jobs, to be a good partner, and give back to our community. The first step in achieving those goals should be to look after ‘number one’. When I was curling and working full time, I would ask myself each night, “What did you do today to be a better curler?”
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