Inhale Inspiration, Exhale Motivation

the 8th Annual Women’s health Conference

BY B ETH DIANE B RADLEY // 5F OOT 20 DESIGN LOUNGE

The theme of this year’s Women’s Health Conference held at the Ramada Inn in Fargo May 6 was “Inhale inspiration, exhale motivation,” and the 400 attendees were doing just that-inhaling inspiration from stories of challenge and expert advice, and exhaling the motivation to make healthy lifestyle changes.

The conference was designed to challenge women to set new health goals, inspire them to make healthy changes in their lives, and to foster a connection with other women in the community.

Keynote Speakers included Collette Carlson, of Speak Your Truth, who invited attendees to take a heartfelt, humorous look into their lives to bring about positive long-lasting change. And Polly Pitchford, who speaks nationally on health food and fitness, shared the good news that each one of us harbors more power than we realize to create a healthy lifestyle. The conference also included four breakout sessions, and an exhibitor showcase.

“It was an amazing day, I felt a positive spirit in the participants,” Rachel Asleson of Reach Partners, Inc., said. “Committee members heard heartwarming stories from the women as they took blood pressures – stories of losing their spouses, fearful of health issues. There were at least two women convinced to make a commitment to their health and call their health care provider for follow-up. You just never know how far your message reaches. It’s our hope that each woman has one take-away they will incorporate far into their health journey.” [AWM]