| Free Fitness Program in Ocean Pines |
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Snow Hill – The Worcester County Health Department’s next Lifestyle Balance Program will be held in Ocean Pines beginning in May.
The Lifestyle Balance Program is an evidence-based program that effectively reduces the risk for type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases, assists in weight loss and maintenance of a healthy body weight, and decreases the risk for heart disease and stroke. Participants learn how to eat healthier, to become more physically fit, and to lose weight or maintain a healthy body weight. The free fitness program taught by a certified exercise physiologist, certified nutritionist, and a health educator, will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m. beginning on May 17 for 16 weeks at the Tidewater Physical Therapy, 11022 Nicholas Lane in Berlin.
Since the program’s inception in July 2009, participants have lost a combined total of more than 1,000 pounds and noticed improved blood pressure, body fat and cholesterol levels as a result of program participation.
When asked about the effectiveness of the program, recent participants have stated, “I am so thankful for this program. I truly believe it helped to save my life”; and “This program has improved my health significantly, I feel.”
Each session includes an education component and participation in physical activity. All participants receive their own personal lifestyle change coach who will assist them with goal setting, progress, and overcoming barriers. Program participants also receive incentives such as step counters, resistance bands, exercise videos, and more.
To learn more about the free program or to enroll, please call 410-632-1100.
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| Last Updated on Tuesday, 12 April 2011 08:32 |