Weight Management is a 5-week class designed to give participants the tools, motivation and support to make the lifestyle changes necessary to reach and maintain healthy body weight. A weekly education topic will provide a better understanding of nutrition and the body. Participants will also receive handouts of information on calorie counting, food journaling and educational topics to provide additional guidance throughout the class. Health Educators will provide weekly weigh-in and body composition tests, and offer the opportunity for one-on-one individualized feedback.
Series | Topics covered |
Week 1 | Goal setting, calorie needs, meal distribution, understanding food labels, and food journaling |
Week 2 | Carbohydrates and fiber |
Week 3 | Protein and fat |
Week 4 | Exercise |
Week 5 | Weight-related chronic disease prevention |