"Therapeutic Lifestyle Change" Archive

Registration now open for fall 2021 HELPS TLC program

This is a guest post from Wake Forest’s Healthy Exercise & Lifestyle ProgramS (HELPS):

The HELPS TLC program is a three-month medically directed, professionally supervised “Therapeutic Lifestyle Change” program available to all full-time, permanent Wake Forest University employees free of cost. TLC is designed to help participants develop a healthy and active lifestyle utilizing exercise and education programs.  Photo of fresh tomatoes, lettuce, and a quinoa salad jar

The HELPS TLC program is accepting applications for its next group, which will begin the program on Sept. 13. Interested staff and faculty are encouraged to contact Kristy Lievense at lievk20@wfu.edu or 336.758.3486 to sign up or request more information. Space is limited, so please act soon.

What will I receive?

  • Individualized assessments, therapies and follow-up: Entry physical activity levels are evaluated; this information is used to determine and define the amount of physical activity you need to foster a healthy and active lifestyle.

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TLC program for staff, faculty to start in August

This is a guest post from the Health and Exercise Science Department:

Do you need a little TLC?

The Wake Forest University Healthy Exercise & Lifestyle Programs can help! Starting in August we will start our next Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC) program for University employees. This program is designed to develop a healthy and active lifestyle utilizing exercise and education programs. The program teaches behavioral strategies for the management of physical activity and eating. Cognitive teaching is combined with psychological approaches to take the participant beyond the limits of “will power.” Personal journals are used as a basis for program development, strategy monitoring and evaluation.

The program includes individual initial and follow-up assessments, dietary and physical activity intake analysis, supervised exercise sessions and weekly small group sessions. Weekly meetings are held in the Worrell Professional Center in Room 1162 on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. starting on Thursday, Aug. 24.

The cost of the program is covered by Wake Forest University. Space is limited and applications are now being accepted!

If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Andrea Cox at shuttar@wfu.edu or 336-758-5853 for more information.

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Wake Forest's TLC program offered in January

This is a guest post from the Health and Exercise Science Department:

therapeutic-lifestyle-imageAre you looking to live a more healthy and active lifestyle? If so, TLC is for you!

Unlike our Weight Management Program (also being offered in January), TLC is not a weight loss program. TLC is designed to develop a healthy and active lifestyle utilizing exercise and education programs. Weekly meetings are held to develop behavioral strategies for the management of physical activity and healthy eating. TLC is a three-month program that will meet on Mondays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. here on campus in Worrell Professional Center, Room 1162.

Here are few highlights of the Therapeutic Lifestyle Change program:

–Three months of weekly group sessions
–Geared toward healthy lifestyle modifications (not weight loss)
–Initial & three-month assessments
–Formal assessment and follow-up with a dietitian
–Weekly food diary evaluations and feedback
–Physical activity tracking & exercise guidance
–Behavior modification & mindfulness

This program is designed for participants who meet the following criteria:

–Anyone wanting to live a healthy more active lifestyle
–Able to attend weekly sessions held on Mondays at 11:30 a.m.
–Able to commit to personal dietary and exercise changes as needed
–Permanent WFU Employee

If you would like to participate in the Therapeutic Lifestyle Change program, please contact Andrea Cox at shuttar@wfu.edu or 336-758-5853 for more information or to sign-up. Space is limited.

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Sign-up now for the employee TLC program

HealthWhat is HELPS TLC? HELPS TLC is a medically directed, professionally supervised program designed to help WFU employees develop a healthy and active lifestyle using exercise and education.

What is the cost? The cost will be covered by Wake Forest.

What will you receive? Individualized assessments, therapies and follow-up; dietary intake is assessed through computer-analyzed food records; supervised exercise sessions at our conveniently located monitored exercise facility and weekly small group sessions will be held on campus in Worrell Professional Center.

Who will be helping you? The HELPS TLC staff consists of an exercise physiologist, registered nutritionist and health psychologist who work together to teach you behavioral strategies for the management of physical activity and eating.

We are currently taking applications for the next group which will start in September. Here are just a few things former participants are saying about their participation in TLC!

“With the help of the TLC staff, I have made great strides in my journey toward a healthier lifestyle!”

“Enjoyed participating in this program, it has given me the tools and motivation to do it on my own!”

“This program is making a big difference; after losing weight and eating healthier, I am now off my blood pressure medication and feeling great!”

For more information or to sign up, please contact Andrea Cox via email at shuttar@wfu.edu or by phone at 758-5853. Space is limited. Sign up today.

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Application period open for Move More program

Move more Move OftenSpring semester applications are being accepted through Feb. 12 for the wellbeing project called Move More. Move Often.

The project, which is a research program (IRB# IRB00022164), is open to students, faculty and staff.

To apply, visit move.thrive.wfu.edu.

It is designed as an eight-week step challenge to encourage individuals to increase their daily physical activity. Using Fitbit activity trackers, participants can monitor their daily steps and activity. Throughout the eight-week challenge, participants can access performance incentives, receive supplemental resources and materials, as well as discounts.

Participants will be required to attend a one-hour orientation session. A Fitbit will be provided to participants. Participants may also use their own Fitbit, instead.

At the conclusion of the challenge, prizes will be awarded on an individual basis for significant improvement in the number of average daily steps. Following each challenge, participants will have the opportunity to re-enroll for additional challenges to keep improving their daily physical activity and potentially win more prizes.

The website offers additional information about Move More. Move Often. The site includes a list of resources and an FAQ section, for instance.

This project is co-sponsored by Office of Wellbeing, Campus Life, Health and Exercise Science, Environmental Health and Safety, Hospitality & Auxiliary Services, Residence Life and Housing, Information Technology, PDC Run, Forest, Run (Walk Forest), Therapeutic Lifestyle Change, Aramark, Campus Recreation.

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