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class. His leg muscles felt the fatigue just five<br />

minutes in, but he loved the rock and roll that<br />

the instructor played good and loud, so he<br />

returned again and again. The pounds<br />

began to drop. Peter felt a new spring in his<br />

step. People told him that he looked great.<br />

Then he caught a cold, missed some classes,<br />

and then missed some more. His weight crept<br />

back up, and he started drinking wine. At<br />

one of our coaching sessions, Peter explored<br />

the impacts of the behavioral choices he<br />

had in front of him: drink or stay sober; spin or<br />

watch sports. By the end of the session, he recommitted himself to the healthy life.<br />

I will say it again. These stories and people inspire me. We can all take comfort in the knowledge<br />

that sport and fitness are available as a way to work through the challenges and suffering that<br />

we will face at different times in our lives. Really, aren’t they the most perfect antidotes?<br />

Jane Mobille is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, as well as a facilitator, editor, writer, and pianist.<br />

Previously, she had a 10-year career in telecommunications and as many again in music. Jane runs a<br />

coaching practice for individuals and organizations representing a diversity of ages, cultures, and<br />

professions. She is a member of AAWE, serving as editor of its quarterly magazine. She also authors a<br />

"Teen Coach" column at online magazine INSPIRELLE. Jane and her French husband have a 24-yearold<br />

daughter, and two teenage sons.<br />

<strong>Inspiring</strong> <strong>Women</strong><br />

Advertisers Commit to Support the Target Project<br />

Three advertisers in FAWCO’s online magazine, <strong>Inspiring</strong> <strong>Women</strong>, have<br />

pledged 5% of their profits from FAUSA and FAWCO - instigated<br />

transactions to the FAWCO Target Project, Hope Beyond<br />

Displacement. These three advertisers are FAUSA members:<br />

Janet Darrow Real Estate: Janet Darrow, REALTOR®. A Certified<br />

International Property Specialist, with Keller Williams serving those<br />

looking to buy, sell or invest in Southern California. Janet works with a<br />

network of Global Agents. She is never too busy for your referrals. No<br />

matter where you are looking, Contact Janet First.<br />

www.janetdarrow.com<br />

BEMER: A Bio Electric Magnetic Energy Device (BEMER) that may help<br />

you relieve pain, ease movement and enhances energy.<br />

www.aahealthresource.bemergroup.com/en-us<br />

The Pajama Company: An online specialty shop where you can<br />

purchase pajamas for you, your family or friends. A fun day starts and<br />

ends with pajamas! www.thepajamacompany.com<br />

Thanks to Janet Darrow, Tony Armand and Ellie Badanes for supporting the Target Project. To<br />

purchase merchandise or services, please click on their website addresses above.<br />

Please be sure to mention FAWCO!

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