The physical and emotional health of an entire generation and the economic health and security of our nation is at stake. This isnโt the kind of problem that can be solved overnight, but with everyone working together, it can be solved. So, letโs move.
Michelle ObamaWomen in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we're scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don't have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own 'to do' list.
Michelle ObamaWe can aim to create a culture, where kids ask for healthy options instead of resisting them.
Michelle ObamaI try to tell young people to get in shape now, because it's easier. If you're 30 and want to drop 10 pounds, all you have to do is just walk.
Michelle ObamaDo not die in the history of your past hurts and past experiences, but live in the now and future of your destiny.
Michelle ObamaAlthough the circumstances of our lives may seem very disengaged, with me standing here as the First Lady of the United States of America and you just getting through school, I want you to know we have very much in common. For nothing in my life ever would have predicted that I would be standing here as the first African-American First Lady.
Michelle Obama