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Mon, Mar 11 2013 09:08:24

#AskFLOTUS About Let's Move!

On Monday, March 10th, First Lady Michelle Obama answered some of your questions about Let's Move! using her office's @FLOTUS account.

  1. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    Hi everyone! I'm excited to be here to answer some of your @letsmove questions. Let's get started! -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:00:41
  2. Right now, the First Lady is answering your questions about @LetsMove! on Twitter. Join with #AskFLOTUS: http://pic.twitter.com/DU5O8LikOc
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
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    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:05:44
  3. StarleneS
    Starlene Stringer@StarleneS
    I’m a new mom who loves exercising! @LetsMove What can I do to make sure my little girl grows up finding fun in fitness too? #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 06:45:19
  4. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@StarleneS Already off to great start -- as parents we are our kids first & best role models when it comes to exercising -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:03:45
  5. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@StarleneS Here's a tip: Find what they like & don't be afraid to be silly, i.e. #momdancing -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:05:31
  6. grownandcurvywo
    grownandcurvywoman@grownandcurvywo
    @FLOTUS @letsmove #AskFLOTUS How much exercise are kids supposed a day?
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:02:32
  7. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@grownandcurvywo A minimum of 60 minutes a day -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:07:34
  8. Niavski
    Niavski@Niavski
    @FLOTUS @letsmove What's your favourite cardio workout? #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:02:07
  9. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@Niavski To relieve stress I love kick boxing -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:09:08
  10. DubyaBell
    Derek Bell@DubyaBell
    @FLOTUS What is being done to make vegetables and healthier foods more available to rural families? #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:02:06
  11. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@DubyaBell Farmers markets an excellent way to serve rural communities & working to increase grocery stores in those areas -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:12:41
  12. paganmama9
    amia@paganmama9
    how did you start good eating and exercise habits for your daughters? I have a 10 month old daughter and want some tips :) #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 07:22:52
  13. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@paganmama9 Veggies & fruits as early as possible. Also, stay away from processed foods when possible. -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:14:15
  14. SGRK1
    Sara G-R K@SGRK1
    @FLOTUS what are steps we should all take to combat negative body image in children? #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:12:10
  15. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@SGRK1 Focus on how kids feel, not how they look. -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:15:57
  16. kindofadork
    Justin W Murdock@kindofadork
    I'm a tech nerd. Any gadgets or apps you've found that have helped you stay healthy? @letsmove #askFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:10:09
  17. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@kindofadork For easy, healthy & tech friendly #MyPlate recipes, see our new pinboard on @Pinterest: pinterest.com/MyPlateRecipes -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:18:42
  18. GracieFoxwell
    Gracie Foxwell@GracieFoxwell
    #AskFLOTUS what is your favorite healthy winter recipe? Still waiting for spring vegetables here in Chicago!
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:16:02
  19. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@GracieFoxwell I love turkey & veggie chili -- lots of great recipes here: pinterest.com/MyPlateRecipes/ -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:21:15
  20. SusanDanzig219
    Susan Danzig@SusanDanzig219
    @FLOTUS @letsmove #AskFLOTUS How do we get schools to include Gym &/or Recess in their Curriculum?
    Sun, Mar 10 2013 19:31:37
  21. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@SusanDanzig219 Just launched a great new program to get kids moving in schools: letsmoveschools.org -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:22:55
  22. kmbarnette
    Kelli Barnette@kmbarnette
    @FLOTUS #AskFLOTUS just found out that my state, #WV, has the highest percentage of obesity--how can I help promote fitness in my community?
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:21:32
  23. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@kmbarnette Small changes work. Start a walking club, plant a garden & work with kids in your neighborhood -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:25:23
  24. AnacostiaYogi
    Anacostia Yogi@AnacostiaYogi
    @FLOTUS How do you find time in your schedule to exercise? #askflotus
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:08:26
  25. FLOTUS
    FLOTUS@FLOTUS
    .@AnacostiaYogi Make exercise a priority. Early morning workouts are key for me. That way I'm done before the day gets busy. -mo #AskFLOTUS
    Mon, Mar 11 2013 08:27:37

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