H-WFU: 6 Month Program
Healthy Weight For U
Do you want to lose weight, but aren’t sure where to start? We can help! Our six-month weight management program is offered to full-time, permanent Wake Forest University employees FREE OF CHARGE. This program will go beyond healthy lifestyle modification, with a laser focus on weight loss. The program will offer a combination of weight loss strategies and techniques to help individuals reach their goals. We want to help you achieve a healthy weight for you!
Here are few highlights of the weight management program:
- Six months of weekly group sessions, in-person
- Education and tools specifically for weight loss & managing a healthy weight for you
- Initial & six-month physical function assessments
- Initial & six-month DXA total body composition scans
- Formal assessment and follow-up with a dietitian
- Weekly food diary evaluations and feedback
- Physical activity tracking & exercise guidance
- Specific quality nutrient guidelines
- Behavior modification & mindfulness
This program is designed for participants who meet the following criteria:
- Individuals with weight loss needs (BMI >25)
- Able to attend weekly sessions held weekly for an hour
- Able to commit to personal dietary and exercise changes
- Full-time, permanent Wake Forest University employee
HELPS H-WFU Staff:
- Jeff Katula, PhD, MA, Professor, Health & Exercise Science, Health Psychologist and Executive Director, Healthy Exercise & Lifestyle Programs (HELPS)
- Kristy Wood, MS, ACSM-CEP, Program Director, HELPS
- Theresa Addison, MS, ACSM-CEP Program Coordinator, HELPS
- Christie Hunter, RD, LLC, Registered Dietician
If you’d like to join the 6 month program or have questions please call or email Kristy Wood!
Contact Phone: 336-758-5853
Email: lievk20@wfu.edu