How to Lose Weight at Work

How often have you watched a news report or read a magazine article and thought, I really wish I could help. Perhaps I could do... But before you know it your mind is distracted and you move on to another task.

I have felt this way many, many times throughout my career, particularly as a business owner. There is never enough time in the day (or in my case, my extended day-which often lasts till about 11:00 pm at night, with laptop in bed) to finish all the tasks and the to do that crowd my schedule each week.

So I finally bit the bullet and put pen to paper. My goal list, written during a spa visit, back in December, contained two very important items that I am happy to say have now been put into action: MY BLOG and the My Equilibrium Coach for Kids Project. Both have been under development for quite some time. And I truly believe that both will be contributions in time and resources to improving the lives and health of countless individuals.

While the MyEquilibriumCoach for Kids project has many pertinent pieces that still being melded together (I'll share more with you in next month's newsletters), our blog is now up for your review, comments and intense scrutinization! So go take a look and give me some feedback, I'd love to hear what you think: http://blog.myequilibriumcoach.com

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Tracking your pedometer steps daily will move you across a virtual map route. If you walk the minimum average steps per day, you will complete your route in 90 days or less!

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Over the next several weeks, the Aerobodies' fitness team of writers, trainers and instructors will bring you the latest research and strategies that many companies are currently employing to create a healthier workforce. We'd really appreciate your feedback on these articles and ideas or techniques your company has tried to help you and your fellow colleagues maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Send us your comments at contact@aerobodies.com

For those of you out there that believe a customized wellness program is having an employee lottery to determine how far the snack vending machines should be placed from the elevators, think again. A customized corporate wellness program should be versatile and tailored to meet the needs and goals of varied employee groups such as baby boomers, pregnant mothers, generation X and so on. In this way your corporate wellness program ensures participation and success for the employees it serves.

Group Coaching

Like your personal fitness regimen, the convenience and customization of a corporate wellness program ensures its success. For instance, in addition to being convenient an in-house Group Wellness Coaching programs, led by a qualified health & fitness expert, can bolster the corporate team environment by reaching all of your employees, whether they're centrally located in one office, working remotely from a client site, or are scattered around the world.

Online Fitness Challenges

Another strategy many companies are trying is on-line, walking, fitness and wellness challenges. On-line challenges are great in motivating employees to eat better and lose weight; while giving employees a wide variety of ways to participate. On-line programs can be designed for your corporate culture and work environment and often include a customized corporate Website. Employees may choose to team with a partner, compete against another company group, or work out only with the coach. Whatever their preference, your employees will challenge themselves to meet their goals.

This team-oriented approach provides participants with program-specific tools such as heart rate monitors and nutrition and fitness journals. Upon completion of the program, participants will have learned tangible tactics for life-long success with exercise to achieve maximum results, prevent injuries, and eliminate boredom. They will also develop an enhanced capacity for self-accountability and a willingness to remain fully engaged in your exercise program.

Our next article will discuss the value of on-site lunch and learn programs and how to locate valuable health experts.

If you'd like more information on how your company can implement an online or on-site health and fitness program email Fran Bishop at franb@aerobodiesfitness.com

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Employee Spotlight - "It's My Turn": Susie Clark, Executive Assistant Extraordinaire!

Hi, I'm Susie Clark, Executive Assistant to the CEO, Fran Dean Bishop, of Aerobodies Fitness. I really enjoy working with Aerobodies because I am constantly challenged. I can take charge of different projects to see them through to the end. I love that fitness and health are a part of my everyday at work; bringing it to the forefront on my mind. Being a member of the Aerobodies team also makes it easier for me to focus on my health and well-being.

My mission and passion for my health in 2008 is to get fit again. I moved to Virginia three years ago, and have yet to find the time and energy to work out like I was before I moved here. I was in shape and felt great! I know that I will get encouragement from my Aerobodies team to go to fitness classes (pilates is my favorite) and eat the right foods to achieve my goals.

One of Aerobodies' programs I'm most excited about is our new My Equilibrium Coach, Boot Camp Focus Group. With the assistance of MyEquiilibriumCoach.com and our BootCamp leader Brian, my team of 9 brave females and I will be whipped into great shape over the next 12 weeks. We're starting on March 1st and we're all pumped and ready to go! (We still have two slots to fill for bootcamp focus group, and the participation is absolutely free! If you'd like to lose some weight and participate, email me asap at susiec@aerobodies.com

By January 10, 2009, I want to be at least 50 pounds lighter and moving up the ladder here at Aerobodies. I work with a great team of folks that keep me motivated and accountable to doing my job and taking care of my health. This is my year and I'm ready to soar! So next time you call or stop by the office, introduce yourself... I'll be waiting for your call.

Wellness at Work

Has this newsletter inspired you to take wellness to your workplace? Would you like to book a lecture or workshop for your company? Learn more about our corporate and leadership programs at www.myeqcoach.com.

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