Welcome
Welcome to week one of the challenge! If you have the courage to begin, you have the courage to succeed.
Each week you will receive one of these updates which will contain helpful tips to keep you on track, links to useful resources and weekly reminders.
We would like to wish you and your team mates the best of luck over the coming weeks in your attempts to top the table!
Tracking your progress
As you will be aware we were unable to go ahead with your initial Wellbeing MOTs. We are hoping the situation will improve so that you are still able to have one as they provide a valuable insight into your body composition - it's not just about your weight!
In the meantime, you can track your own progress at home using your scales and submit your weight by 5pm every Monday. In addition to tracking your weight there are some other great ways to identify progression:
- Measure your waist size weekly (are your clothes fitting you better?)
- Take photos to compare before and after
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Your online membership
Make the most of your free membership! We've moved our outdoor fitness session online. This will be an effective all over body workout lead by Liam, a qualified fitness instructor. These fun online classes are suitable for men of all fitness levels and there will be no chance of getting bored as no class is ever the same. This style of training is ideal for weight loss, increasing your fitness level, or building muscle whilst having fun! All you need is a small space, bottle of water and a mat or towel.
If you haven't already signed up for the free weekly sessions it's not too late, email us at wellbeing@horsham.gov.uk and we'll send you further information.
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Getting started with your weight loss
If you're overweight, losing weight has many health benefits. Making small, simple changes to what and how much you are eating and drinking can really help you lose the pounds.
You should now know what your 5% weight loss target is. Aiming to lose around 0.5kg to 1kg a week (1lb to 2lb) is not only healthy and sustainable but it is achievable! Try to make small, simple changes to your diet and physical activity that can become a part of your regular routine.
You can't spell challenge without change. Check out these top tips to kick start your journey:
Q&A session
Don't miss out on the first question and answer session this Wednesday 20 January at 6pm with Andy, one of our Wellbeing Advisors.
These sessions are an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have around healthy eating, weight loss, physical activity or general health and wellbeing.
The sessions will be recorded for those who cannot make it and want to catch up at a later date. Anyone that attends all three will be entered in to a prize draw!
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