“Physical activity can help control weight, reduce risk for many diseases (heart
disease and some cancers), strengthens bones and muscles, improve mental
health, and increase a person’s chances of living longer.”
It is estimated that 800,000 deaths per year, approximately 33% of the total,
are attributable to a lack of regular physical activity, and poor eating habits.
Just 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity 3 to 5 times a week can
provide positive results on the cardiovascular,
musculoskeletal , respiratory and endocrine systems.
Stay fit: Coach and mentoring support
The Get Fit Coach program provides members/students with access to Wellness
Coaches and graduate mentors (those who have graduated the program, lost
their weight and have kept it off for years) for accountability and answers to
questions specific to each participant. Students can ask any nutrition,
exercise or fitness related question and expect a personal, qualified response
within one business day.
You may be familiar with the popular apps that help users track their weight,
food and exercise. What the Get Fit Coach provides, that all of the popular
apps are missing, is a Coach on the other end to help analyze, understand and
provide feedback on the inputs.
The structure and ease to food and activity tracking, personalized feedback,
motivation, accountability and lifestyle management, are all facilitated much
like successful, in person group behavioral programs, but at a fraction of the
cost.
Reducing excess weight (or unwanted fat even if already at a healthy weight)
touches every facet of health and wellness other initiatives also focus on. With
the exception of smoking cessation, no other wellness initiative equals the
impact delivered by living a healthier lifestyle.
