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How Do I Exercise During a Summer Heat Warning?

August 7, 2019 By Bonnie Parrish-Kell

110 degrees in the shade at 2 p.m., hours before the high temp is reached. When the National Weather Service issues an excessive heat warning for the Las Vegas valley, I take notice. If the forecast is for 110 degrees, I know the shaded outdoor wall thermometer on the patio will probably show temps closer to 115 degrees by day's end. So how the heck am I supposed to keep … [Read more...] about How Do I Exercise During a Summer Heat Warning?

Who are You to Say You Can’t?

August 8, 2017 By Bonnie Parrish-Kell

I don’t consider myself “amazing” or “exceptional” so when people say I am, I’m always taken aback…but I have learned to say “Thank you” for the compliment. A neighbor recently told me she marvels at my ability to work on home improvement projects with my husband. She couldn’t imagine “lugging around” lumber or full five-gallon paint buckets, much less holding a small beam … [Read more...] about Who are You to Say You Can’t?

Fit & Ripped: Ernestine Shepherd

April 28, 2014 By Bonnie Parrish-Kell

Photo of bodybuilder Ernestine Shepherd. Photo credit to ABC News

Too often I hear women over 40 say that strength training will make them look like bodybuilders. Well, after reading about Ernestine Shepherd, the world's oldest female bodybuilder, Prevention Magazine's May 2014 issue and then watching the magazine's 8-minute video showcasing a typical day in her life, I can say only one thing. "WHY NOT!" Ernestine looks strong, sexy and … [Read more...] about Fit & Ripped: Ernestine Shepherd

Day 4 of 30 Day Burpee Challenge

December 4, 2013 By Bonnie Parrish-Kell

It's Day 4 and I have to do 20 burpees, five more than yesterday. I'm gonna be happy that tomorrow, Day 5, is a rest day! You'll notice that I'm doing my best and what I can. Remember, that's all we can do. … [Read more...] about Day 4 of 30 Day Burpee Challenge

Day 3 of 30 Day Burpee Challenge

December 3, 2013 By Bonnie Parrish-Kell

Okay Divas, I promised to share a video of me doing the challenge. Easy peezy -- join me! … [Read more...] about Day 3 of 30 Day Burpee Challenge

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Hi, I’m Bonnie Parrish-Kell.

Bonnie Parrish-Kell Blogger-in-Chief of Slowpoke Divas & GoSpeedyDivas.com. Nevada Senior Games triathlon coordinator. 2019 National Senior Games race walker & cyclist. Huntsman World Senior Games ambassador. Women's health & fitness advocate. Journey started with triathlon. Loves dark chocolate, coffee, and especially her hubby.

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