Carol and Katie have made it to the finish line!
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Carol |
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Katie |
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What can you do now that you couldn’t do three months ago? |
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| “I now slow down and look at my choices. Avoiding impulse decisions helps me make healthier selections. Even though it seems I’m always in a hurry, I’m better at choosing options that are quick, but healthy.” | “I am more aware of my strengths and limitations. I have learned more about myself, my habits, and the lifestyle changes I need to make to be successful in my weight loss journey.” | |
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What is the most significant change that you have made in your eating habits? |
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| “I think the most significant change is to slow down and eat less. Being more patient and watching my pace has been a big change for me.” | “I guess the most significant change would be that I am learning how to be more aware of the choices I make. Whether it is to forego exercise and work something in later or decrease my calories throughout the day.” | |
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What part of the I Am Methodist Health program has helped you the most? |
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| “The wellness coach has been terrific. She is supportive, inspirational and always available to us.” | “Probably the honest, open discussions with other participants and the health coach. Sharing information about what works and what doesn’t work as well as our own struggles is inspiring.” | |
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What advice do you give your co-workers to help them make healthy lifestyle changes? |
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| “My best advice is don’t eat on the run. Slow down, look at your choices, and practice portion control. Also, remember a little exercise goes a long way.” | “The advice that I would give is be realistic. I went into the program thinking that I would see visible changes quickly and would not crave certain foods or have problems finding time for exercise. Realistically, the barriers were still there, I just needed to modify my schedule throughout the program to find what works for me and my family.” | |
