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Despite feeling confident in her body no matter what her size, after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, Ogonna realised she had to make a change. Juggling her time between two countries and two hectic careers as a doctor in the UK and a baker in Nigeria, she was struggling to find balance and make her health a priority. But by adopting a range of healthier habits, Ogonna has now changed her relationship with food, taken back control of her work and family life and dropped more than five stone in the process. But how did she do it?

The mother-of-three wanted to make long-term lifestyle changes following her diagnosis, and while she found various diets helped her lose weight quickly, she soon realised they weren't sustainable.

"It never lasted," she admitted. "They never gave me the tools I needed to go forward and independently take control of my food habits and diet.

"Theyd tell me exactly what to eat, what exercise to do and what recipes to cook. They never taught me how to figure things out for myself, and how to build healthy habits that work for me. This, for me, is crucial to my success."

Ogonna openly admitted she has always been "quite mindless" when it comes to food, and it's probably a factor shared by many people in the same position.

"I never put too much thought into what I was eating," she explained.

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"In the bakery, I always had bread and sweet treats around me that I would pick at during the day. It wasnt exactly the healthiest!

"It was initially quite a struggle for me. At first, I wasnt too bothered about the weight gain. Ive always been quite comfortable with myself, whatever size I am, though I have tried dieting in the past."

There is a history of diabetes in Ogonna's family so she knew just how serious the diagnosis was.

She admitted: "The diagnosis hit me quite hard, knowing how its impacted my family members who have also had type 2 diabetes.

"And as a doctor, I started to really notice how daft all this was. It was the kick up the backside I needed!"

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Ogonna decided to take the plunge and try Noom, a subscription-based app for tracking a person's food intake and exercise habits.

"I very quickly realised that it was different from other diets I had tried (and failed at)," she said.

"Other programmes told me to restrict myself from eating certain things, but Noom taught me how to have a healthier relationship with food while living normally."

While she admitted losing the weight was "a slower process" on the Room diet, it was definitely "the most consistent" she's kept the weight off.

"Its been more sustainable," she said, "not only that, but my biggest goal was to reverse my type 2 diabetes, which Ive now done."

Being more mindful of her eating than ever before, Ogonna doesn't punish herself if she slips up and doesn't feel guilty for enjoying her food.

"Not only have I lost over 5 stone, but I have a lot more energy now," she beamed.

"I can run after the kids and play with them for longer without feeling exhausted. I'm not as tired or rundown as I used to feel."

She continued: "My relationship with food has been transformed. I no longer see food as a reward, and I also dont feel like I have to deprive myself of anything.

"Through Noom, Ive learned what foods are good for me and will sustain me throughout the day to keep me full for longer.

"I can then find the balance between that and what I enjoy that isnt too filling. And I dont feel guilty if I go out for dinner or eat a sweet treat at my bakery.

"I'll just pick my favourite one and have a smaller portion. Im more mindful of my eating so I don't tend to go overboard anymore."

Not only has her relationship with food changed, but Ogonna has become a lot more active than she used to be.

"Before, I struggled to find the time to go to exercise classes or the gym because I thought my schedule wouldnt allow it. But now I make a conscious effort to take time for myself three or four times a week to keep fit," she explained.

"I do some weights in the gym or will go for long walks or cycles with my kids after school. Being a bit more mindful about it really helps create the opportunities to bring activities in without taking loads of time out of your day."

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T

he pandemic, for me, can largely be summed up in one word: wine. Oh, and burgers and pies, and that never-ending series about the staff of super yachts on Netflix, Below Deck. These things contrived to give me comfort and keep me sane but, most of all, they made me fat.

The process came in stages as imperceptible as the change in season when you are stuck inside. It started with a slight tightening of waistbands on my skinniest jeans, then to slight protuberances around the front of my tightest T-shirts and then, before I knew where I was, I hadnt so much put on some timber as become the timber merchant. Or, as a friend said, over some drinks, rather loose-lipped: What have they been feeding you? Soon all the clothes I had didnt fit and I was seriously considering purging the entirety of my pants drawer for larger models. I didnt, I should say, become dangerously obese but I did put on 2-2.5 stone. Plus, I really didnt want to have to buy a new wardrobe.

My normal plan to lose this weight would have been to run and run till there was nothing more to run off. The only problem was, I had hurt my ankle and so was as stationary as a beached whale. It was around this point that I came across Love Yourself meals. The west London based company was founded in 2018 out of a small test kitchen - and their business quadrupled during the pandemic. Now, they deliver all over the capital and the country, offering a range of freshly made, calorie-controlled ready-made menus delivered to your office or door by courier.

These arent the normal ready meals youd find in your supermarket fridge section. These are made fresh every day under the watchful eye of head chef Michal Snela (formerly of various Michelin-starred Marcus Wareing kitchens). There are different menus to choose from depending on what it is you want to achieve. They range from the cheapest option at 18 a day a mini diet which offers 2 or 3 meals a day totalling 800 calories which you can then top up with meals you cook for yourself to the more expensive 35 a day performance diet aimed at bodybuilders and athletes. They have a low-carb option, a vegetarian plan, as well as a halal plan, and a balanced option, which is more focussed on those who work long hours and simply want the convenience of not cooking from scratch. You can choose a single day per week delivery (useful for gym days), a five-day per week plan, or six out of seven days, so you can still cook for yourself if you like at the weekend. Most of the plans involve breakfast, lunch and dinner plus two snacks. Their target is clearly the busy city professional who has money but is usually knackered around dinner time.

Month one: shock to the system

So, which menu to choose? I availed myself of the in-house nutritionist at Love Yourself. After asking my aims (to fit into APC trousers!) and how I was generally feeling (like an overdone blancmange!), she was resolute in her advice. I recommend a twelve-week programme, Bettina said. Our keto plan will likely be the best option. Its really popular with our clients. It can be hard to stick to, but youll shed fat quickly.

I wasnt without my reservations about this choice. Frankly, it seemed hardcore.

Its a plan consisting of next to no carbs (a maximum of 30g per day; instead of usual recommendation of around 200g) and carefully considered and relatively large quantities of fats and proteins. The aim is to hack your body into entering ketosis, which is a state in which the body uses fat stores for energy rather than carbohydrates. The problem is I love pasta and sourdough toast. At this point I weigh 86kg.

My first week was tough, but interesting. Breakfasts consisted of warming coconut porridge one day, green beans with scrambled eggs another, and on one morning I opened my box to find a peanut butter and cocoa muffin which felt, frankly, pleasingly indulgent.

Meals like aubergine and lamb curry make it easier to stick to the diet

Quite quickly I noticed something interesting: I suddenly had more time in my day to think about things and do stuff. Some of the key decisions of my day had gone, I no longer had to think about what to eat, how to cook it and where the ingredients were coming from. Because I knew a nice delivery man would be arriving with green and white boxes stuffed full of food. I must confess I got almost faintly excited when I saw my favourite dish emerge from these boxes: the now-famous - in my house, at least - BBQ slow cooked beef. Reader, I could have married it. I was less keen on the lighter dinners: prawn salads and the like. They were very well put together but not the best on cold nights. On the scales I was down 3.5 kilograms.

Month two: misery loves company

In an act of solidarity and, as he admitted, jealousy my partner decided to join in at this point. He opted for the balanced meal plan which I unkindly named Plan Cop-Out as he could eat carbs. Where I was getting cauliflower cheese hashes, and creamy Brussel sprouts with stilton, he was having penne with pesto and chicken, Moroccan fish tagine, and frittata. In truth, we were both jealous of each others meals and our fridge was soon divided with a berlin wall with a carb no-fly zone on one end and his own cheese-free section on the other.

One thing I noticed four weeks in was that, apart from visits to buy coffee grounds and some vegetables for smoothies, I barely went to the shop anymore. I was no longer spending money on expensive unnecessary products 5.20 sourdough loaves, and the Gyoza making kit, I am looking at you. Gone, also, were the drinks in the pub I couldnt have any sugar on a keto diet. The commitment that is intrinsic to these plans also has a habit of keeping you on the straight and narrow, because you learn horrifying things like how many carbs are in a pint (11.5g for a pint of Carling) almost by osmosis, when you are checking what you can get away with.

Love Yourself does a low-carb option, a vegetarian plan, a halal plan, and a balanced option for those who simply want healthy meals delivered

What I also noticed was just how little I had to throw away. Gone was the wasted carcass of a chicken Id forgotten about at the back of the fridge, or the limp head of broccoli hidden behind a jar of olives. Everything that was delivered I ate. Instead of my rubbish bin filling up, it was my brown bin full of trays the food came packaged in. Luckily though, they were biodegradable. Weight-check? Another two kilos gone.

Month three: OK, over this now...

Love Yourselfs special keto meals

By month three I can admit I was a little tired. I wanted a piece of toast in the cold mornings with a tidal wave of jam on it. I wanted a pint of beer. This is of course a natural aspect of deprivation. One night, a little fed up, I went to the pub for a few swift pints and a bowl of chips. Not the best thing to eat and drink when youre on a keto diet. Another night me and my partner did swapsies with our meals because he longed for cheese as much as I longed for pasta. Our reasoning was at least we were getting healthy versions. He enjoyed my pork shoulder with rich, buttery broccoli rice as much as I had.

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When I reached the end of the twelve weeks I stepped onto the scales with a little trepidation. My time in the pub meant I must have slowed my progress. I gingerly opened my eyes at the little digital screen: 79kg I was finally below 80kg, while still managing to eat mountains of cheese. I could have lost a little more, if I had been as pure as the driven snow staying out of the pub, but still it was a job well done. Now, Ill just have to learn to use the cooker again.

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White rice has permanently gotten a bad reputation, but is it really bad for your health? Here's what you need to know.

Written by Arushi Bidhuri | Updated : June 9, 2022 4:01 PM IST

White rice is a staple in Indian households as it is easy to cook, and light on the stomach. While it is extremely popular in India, there is a belief surrounding it that it can make you fat. It is often depicted in a bad light. But is it really that bad for you?

White rice got a bad reputation because it is highly processed and lacks the vitamins and minerals, present in its counterpart brown rice. But is that reason enough to give up white rice!

Here's why eating too much white rice can be detrimental to your health:

The glycemic index (GI) is a measurement of how quickly your body converts carbohydrates into sugars that can be absorbed. Low-GI foods appear to be healthier for persons with type 2 diabetes, as they generate a slow but steady rise in blood sugar levels. Foods with a higher GI might induce fast rises in blood sugar, explains a study published in the Nutrition Journal. And white rice happens to have a GI of 64, causing it to turn into blood sugar more rapidly than brown rice.

The term "metabolic syndrome" refers to a group of risk factors that can increase your risk of developing health problems like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. People who consume big amounts of white rice on a regular basis have a higher chance of developing metabolic syndrome, according to a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. However, the link between it and heart disease is still unknown.

White rice has often been linked to unwanted weight gain. Since it is considered a refined grain and has been stripped of its bran and germ, white rice is considered bad for people trying to lose weight. While many studies have linked refined grain diets to obesity and weight gain, when it comes to white rice, the evidence is mixed. For example, some studies have linked refined grain diets, such as white rice, to weight gain, belly fat, and obesity, while others have shown no link. White rice appears to be neither harmful nor beneficial to weight loss. However, diets heavy in whole grains, such as brown rice, have been demonstrated to improve weight loss and help maintain a healthy body weight more consistently.

Arsenic-contaminated rice is grown in some parts of the world. Rice absorbs arsenic at a higher rate than most other food crops. When soil or water supplies are contaminated with arsenic, this becomes a concern. Several studies have linked arsenic poisoning with an increased risk of cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. It is also harmful to nerves and may impair brain function.

Yes, white rice is criticized for its lack of nutritional value and brown rice is a better option it's not all bad. In some cases, they can be beneficial. For instance, people who eat a low fibre diet or experience nausea or heartburn may find white rice better to digest.

While brown rice is a better option due to its high nutritional value, white rice if eaten in moderation won't be as harmful.

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The full results of Eli Lilly's Phase 3 clinical trial for its new experimental weight-loss drug were published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented at the American Diabetes Association's (ADA) annual meeting on Saturdayand researchers say the results represent "a new era for obesity treatment."

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In Eli Lilly's SURMOUNT-1 clinical trial, its experimental obesity druga weekly injection called tirzepatidehelped clinical trial patients lose roughly one-fifth of their body weight.

On average, trial participants who received the two highest doses of the drug and followed a diet and exercise program lost an average of around 52 pounds during the 72-week trial. In comparison, participants who followed the same diet and exercise plan with a placebo lost just five pounds on average.

In August 2019, Mary Bruehl, a 63-year-old woman with diabetes and fatty liver disease from Norman, Oklahoma, joined the tirzepadite trial after she learned weight loss was a potential side effect of the drug. According to Bruehl, after "doing everything right" for years, her diabetes and weight management had faltered.

Bruehl was nearly immobilized by a hip replacement, which ledto weight gain and low energy levels. "It just seemed like there wasn't anything I could do to get it off," said Bruehl."My stomach didn't know an end to all the food in the world."

When she started taking tirzepatide in September of 2019,she lost between five and 10 pounds a month, losing almost 60 pounds by July 1,2020, and giving her one of the best results reportedfrom the drug.

According to Bruehl, the more weight she lost, the better she felt. As she lost more weight, she was able to resume hiking and other physical activities, which helped her feel even better.

In addition, tirzepatide prevented her from overeating. In fact, if she ate too much, the food would come back up. "I've learned to stop before I get that feeling," Bruehl said.

After each of her weekly injections of tirzepatide, Breuhl experienced just one negative side effect: nausea. However, she was able to quickly resolve the issue with an anti-nausea pill in the morning.

Notably, Bruehl no longer needed to take metformin for her diabetes, and her fatty liver had been resolved.

The biggest challengeBruehlfaced was adjusting to how differently she was treated after she lost the weight. "I went to some counseling about body image and to work through some of the issues I was having," she said, noting that she needed timeto accept what she saw in the mirror and to stop reacting with anger to remarks about her body."It took a little while to get comfortable in my own skin again."

"I feel more well-rounded. I feel like I'm more myself now," she said."This trial gave me back my life."

On May 13, FDA approved tirzepatide, under the trade name Mounjaro,to treat Type 2 diabetes.

While the drug is not currently available for weight loss, Jeff Emmick, VP of productdevelopment for the diabetes division of Eli Lilly, said the company hopes tohavean updated timeline from FDA this year.

According to Robert Gabbay, ADA's chief scientificand medical officer, the trial participants' weight loss of 15% to over 20%could change the way doctors treat diabetes, shifting from a focus on reducing blood sugar to aiming for total remission.

Notably, aprevious study oftirzepatide in diabetesshowed that about half the participants who were early in the onset of diabetes went into remission while they were taking the drug.

"That is a potential game changer in how we think about therapy for people with Type 2 diabetes," Gabbay said.

However, Gabbay noted that researchers do not know whetherremission achieved through tirzepatide will help reduce the commoncomplications associated with diabetes, including cardiovascular disease, nerve and kidney damage, and limb amputations.

In addition, it is not clear whetherthe drug will provide the same cardiovascular benefits as other weight loss drugs, such as semaglutide, noted David Rind, a primary care physician and CMO for the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review.

According to Rind, it would be helpful to conduct a head-to-head trial between tirzepatide and semaglutide to determine whether there are any differences in their health benefits.

"The question is, istirzepatide a step better than all those(other weight loss) drugs?" Rind said. "There's certainly reason to think it might be, but I don't think it's been proven yet."

Still, according to study author Ania Jastreboff of the Yale University School of Medicine, "[t]hose medications are much more highly effective than any other medications we've had for the treatment of obesity right now. They are clearly exceeding the greater than or equal to 5% weight reduction target."

"What we really need to focus on is [that] this is a new era for our patients; this is a new era for physicians caring for patients with obesity -- which is all of us -- and we now have the tools, and will have more tools going forward, to be able to treat our patients with obesity," she said.

"This is a new era for obesity treatment," Jastreboff added. "There were first-generation medicines, second-generation medicines, which were about 2010 to 2020. Starting last year with semaglutide [Wegovy] and now tirzepatide, this is a new era for obesity treatment." (Weintraub, USA Today, 6/5; Monaco, MedPage Today, 6/5)

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The Wood County and Perrysburg Area Senior Centers are holding a weekly Club F.I.T. exercise class that is free and open to those 50 years of age and older.

This Fitness Interactive Teaching program will provide strengthening exercising and educational tips to keep people actively independent. With few programs that focus on the maintenance of abilities after rehabilitation or therapy is completed, this project will make an impact in the community.

Access to this class will aid in maintaining an older adults general health and well-being, help keep the costs associated with injury at bay, and will provide knowledge and socialization to stay independent and active in the community.

Sessions are led by physical or occupational therapists and assistants from community businesses.

Classes at the Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St., are held on Tuesdays from 9 to 10 a.m.

Classes at the Perrysburg Area Senior Center, Schaller Building, 130 W. Indiana Ave., are held on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m.

Contact the Programs Department of WCCOA to register by calling 419-353-5661 or 800-367-4935, or by emailing programs@wccoa.net.

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Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla and the City of Hoboken invite the community to the free Concerts in the Park and Fitness in the Park programs. The programs are part of the Citys Summer Fun initiative which provides residents with free summer activities including the popularMovies Under the Stars program.

This year, Fitness in the Park, a series of free sample classes hosted by local fitness studios in City parks, kicks off Summer Fun programming on Monday, June 6 at Pier A Park from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.Fitness in theParkwill be held at Pier A Park, 7th & Jackson Resiliency Park, Southwest Park, Southwest Pop-Up Park, and under the Viaduct.For a full schedule, see below.

The Concerts in the Parkseries will run on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays all summer long.Concerts will be held at the Southwest Park on Mondays, Shipyard Park on Tuesdays, and Sinatra Park on Thursdays.It officially begins on Thursday, June 9, at Sinatra Park.

For a full schedule, see below.

I am glad that the City is once again offering Hoboken residents free fitness and concerts in the park options, a great way to enjoy local gyms and musicians in our public spaces, said Mayor Bhalla.Thank you to our sponsors, and our Cultural Affairs division for making this Summer Fun initiative possible this year.

Fitness in the Park

A free sample of classes by local fitness and yoga studios.Wear sneakers and loose-fitting clothing. Bring a mat, if needed, and water. In case of inclement weather, call the fitness or yoga studio for updates.

Location:Pier A Park(1stStreet and Sinatra Drive)

Time: 7 pm to 8 pm

MONDAYS

June 13: F45 Training Hoboken

Functional Training Bootcamp: A mix of circuit and HIIT style workouts geared towards everyday movement. For updates, call 201-758-8390.

June 20: Urban Souls

Class realigns the spine, opens cramped hips, and mobilizes stiff joints. For updates, checkwww.urbansoulsyoga.comor instagram page @urbansoulshoboken.

June 27: Hudson Seed Yoga

Beginners are welcome. There will be a short meditation at the end. For updates, emailTrevorvaughan@hudsonseed.comor call 862-371-4966.

July 11: Jane DO

DO it All Class is a hybrid class that offers strength training, cardio, HIIT, and more. To get real time updates, IG @JaneDO. July 18: Urban Souls For information, see June 20th.

July 25: Powerflow Yoga

Open-Level class: Modifications and variations will be offered. Increase your skill and muscle for balance. For scheduling updates, call 201-533-9642.

August 1: CKO Kickboxing

CKO Kickboxing Class: Full-body workout incorporating punches, kicks, jumping jacks, crunches and light jogs. For scheduling updates, call 201-963-7774.

August 8: REMIXX MMA

A 45-minute kick-boxing class mixed with high intensity training. For scheduling updates, call 201-310-8381.

August 15: Hudson Seed Yoga

For class information, see June 27th.

August 22: Jane DO For class information, see July 11th.

TUESDAYS

June 7: Club Pilates

Mat Pilates class will strengthen and lengthen your body. For scheduling updates, call 201-839-6648.

June 14: Hudson Seed Yoga

For class information, see June 27th.

June 21: Local Barre

Open Barre combines a fusion of ballet technique fundamentals, core conditioning, pilates, yoga, and stretching for a total body workout. For scheduling updates, call 201-710-5994.

June 28: Rumble Boxing Hoboken

Power Workout: Learn 6 punches and the fundamentals of boxing with a Rumble-inspired pop-up workout. For scheduling updates, call 973-632-1539.

July 19: REMIXX MMA

For information, see August 8th. 26 Local Barre For class information, see June 21st.

July 26: Local Barre For class information, see June 21st.

August 2: Hudson Seed Yoga

For class information, see June 14th.

August 9: Club Pilates

For class information, see June 7th

August 16: Rumble Boxing Hoboken For class information, see June 28th.

August 23: Local Barre For class information, see June 21st.

Location:7thand Jackson Resiliency Park(625 Jackson Street)

Time: 6 pm to 7 pm

THURSDAYS

June 16: Local Barre

Open Barre combines a fusion of ballet technique fundamentals, core conditioning, pilates, yoga, and stretching for a total body workout. For scheduling updates, call 201-710-5994.

June 30: Local Barre, see above

July 14: Local Barre, see above

July 28: Local Barre, see above

Location:Southwest Resiliency Park(58 Jackson Street)

Time: 6 pm to 7 pm

WEDNESDAYS

June 15: CrossFit Hoboken

Crossfit Hoboken will offer intro HIIT classes, (high intensity interval training). For scheduling updates, call 973-296-3273.

June 29: CrossFit Hoboken (See above)

Location: Southwest Pop-Up Park/Block 10(58 Harrison Street)

Time: 6 pm to 7:30 pm

WEDNESDAYS

June 22: Hive Athletics

Coed Doubles Pickleball games, 30 minute matches starting at 6pm, 6:30pm and 7pm. Advance registration required. Balls and paddles provided. (Signup deadline is Friday June 17th.www.hiveathletic.com/league/52200/details)

July 13: Hive Athletics (see above,Signup deadline is Friday July 8th.www.hiveathletic.com/league/52276/details)

For updates, call 201-528-3271

Location: Under the 14thStreet Viaduct(415 14thStreet)

Time: 6 pm to 7 pm

WEDNESDAYS

June 15:Local Barre

Open Barre combines a fusion of ballet technique fundamentals, core conditioning, pilates, yoga, and stretching for a total body workout. For scheduling updates, call 201-710-5994.

June 22: See above

July 6: See above

July 20: See above

For more information or questions, email Geri Fallo atgfallo@hobokennj.gov

Concerts in the Park

Location: Southwest Resiliency Park(38 Harrison Street)

Time:6:30 pm 7:30 pm

MONDAYS

June 13: The FUZZY LEMONS

June 20: ROCKNESS MUSIC

June 27: SWINGADELIC QUARTET (6:00PM 8:00PM)

July 11: MUSIC TOGETHER

July 18: MUSIC WITH COREY

July 25: ZYDECO REVELATOR 6:00PM 8:00PM

August 1: RON ALBANESE (aka Polka Dot)

August 8: SCHOOL OF ROCK STUDENT HOUSE BAND

August 15: THE COUNTERFEITERS The Ultimate Party Band! 6:00PM 8:00PM

Location: Shipyard Park(13thStreet & McFeeley Drive)

Time: 7 pm 8 pm

TUESDAYS

June 14: RON ALBANESE (aka Polka Dot)

June 21: YOSI: Sing-A-Long

June 28: MR. MAGICO

July 12: HOBOKEN SINGS A night of karaoke co-presented with The Hoboken Historical Museum

July 19: MUSIC WITH COREY

July 26: The FUZZY LEMONS

July 2: ROCKNESS MUSIC

July 9: MUSIC TOGETHER

July 16: AMERICANA FAMILY JAMBOREE: Songs from the Great Americana Songbook featuring music by Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie and more.

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WHEELING Representatives from Wheeling University and Fairmont State University signed an articulation agreement Monday that establishes a partnership between the institutions, which aims to produce more quality health care professionals to serve patients in West Virginia and across the country.

This partnership will allow eligible students from Fairmont State University to make a seamless transition each year into Wheeling Universitys doctorate of physical therapy program, said Ginny R. Favede, president of Wheeling University. More importantly, by producing well trained physical therapists, there will be more health care professionals grounded in our mission to serve others in Appalachia and in our region.

The agreement between the institutions will allow for up to three students per year from Fairmont States exercise science program to be accepted into Wheeling Universitys doctor of physical therapy program, pending qualifications and academic requirements.

This agreement will help bring more graduates from West Virginia colleges and universities into the universitys DPT program, according to Alison Kreger, director of Wheelings doctor of physical therapy program. By partnering, Wheeling and Fairmont will help both institutions facilitate the training of physical therapy professionals who can provide high quality patient care.

The Fairmont State exercise science program integrates the theories and practicalities of exercise physiology in preparing graduates for a career in the field of health and fitness, while providing the foundation required for the successful application into several professional pathways, including physical therapy.

We are grateful for the efforts from both institutions that have brought this partnership to fruition, said Jan Kiger, chair of the Fairmont State health and human performance department. Were excited to work together to engage our students in further professional degree programs, physical therapy in particular, which is a highly sought-after degree.

Wheeling Universitys DPT program emphasizes a whole person approach to the investigation of clinical issues using a problem-based Learning format.

This partnership will allow Fairmont State Exercise Science majors to move forward in their careers by easing the transition into a professional degree pathway, said Amanda Metcalf, dean of Fairmont States College of Education, Health and Human Performance. Through this partnership we are not only building a relationship that will benefit our students, but one that will benefit the community and local workforce. We are thrilled our students will have the opportunity to continue their educational journey and positively impact health care settings.

Diana Phillips, Fairmont States vice president of academic affairs and provost, echoed Metcalfs comments.

At Fairmont State University we center student success at the heart of everything we do. Engaging in this partnership with Wheeling University allows us to continue providing a transformative impact to our students, while also strengthening health care throughout our region and beyond, she said.

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Beachbody On Demand offers a new, balanced approach to achieving physical and mental well-being with the launch of "FIRE AND FLOW" fitness program

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 07, 2022--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODY), ("Beachbody" or the "Company"), a leading subscription health and wellness company, invites members to "workout without burn out" with the launch of "FIRE AND FLOW." The new dynamic at-home fitness program was developed in partnership by beloved Beachbody Super Trainers, fitness experts and real-life friends Jericho McMatthews and Elise Joan.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220607005047/en/

FIRE AND FLOW is a four-week program focused on helping you achieve overall well-being by alternating rigorous strength and cardio days with low-impact, body-shaping, recovery days. This is the first program of its kind to serve the demands of subscribers who want to integrate and commit to both physical and emotional well-being.

With mental and emotional health increasingly recognized as being of equal importance to physical health, FIRE AND FLOW supports Beachbody members as they work toward achieving incredible results with a priority on improving self-esteem and self acceptance. FIRE AND FLOW is a great solution no matter where you might be on your physical fitness journey with "modifiers" for beginners and "intensifiers" for those who are more advanced.

"Beachbody has specialized in creating programs that people can follow day by day for a predictable outcome on a specific timeline, but this is the first time weve specifically integrated mental and emotional well-being into the schedule," said Carl Daikeler, Co-founder, Chairman and CEO of The Beachbody Company. "Elise and Jericho have delivered something so special its going to surprise people. People who want to reduce anxiety and adjust to the new normal, but still feel challenged physically to get every aspect of results, are going to feel like this is the most efficient program they have ever experienced."

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Each week of the FIRE AND FLOW four-week program consists of six workouts ranging from 25-30 minutes in length and require minimal equipment, such as dumbbells and resistance loops. Workouts alternate between challenging full-body strength and cardio FIRE workouts that ignite the metabolism while building muscle and toning the body on one day, and FLOW sessions the next day for recovery, no-impact mobility, core, and mindful breathing to help relieve stress.

"FIRE AND FLOW is much more than just a workout program, and I was thrilled to collaborate with my friend, Elise, to deliver a lifestyle concept centered on the idea of helping people get strong and fit and at the same time relieving stress and reducing anxiety," said Jericho McMatthews, Beachbody Super Trainer.

"Jericho and I complement each other so well. We wanted to create a program that is sustainable for the long-term, and that means taking care of your physical and emotional well being" added Elise Joan, Beachbody Super Trainer. "The goal is not to burn you out with too intense of a program, but instead strike a balance between intensity and recovery."

To help users unlock even greater mental well-being, FIRE AND FLOW includes a one-of-a-kind journal created by Jericho and Elise featuring short writing prompts aimed at promoting self-care and personal discovery. Each prompt is specifically crafted to boost mental health and serve as a healthy habit creator. Further, as a key component of the programs self-reflection and emotional wellness focus, the journal is intended to evoke encouragement and support from within while embarking on your new health and wellness journey.

FIRE AND FLOW is appropriate for all fitness levels, offering modifiers and intensifiers for each exercise to accommodate your individual fitness level. In addition to the core program, users will receive access to eight optional 10-15 minute bonus workouts that target various parts of the body, as well as four cycling workouts that can be accessed via BODi (Beachbody On Demand Interactive), the Companys premium connected-fitness platform that works with the Beachbody Bike.

FIRE AND FLOW is now available at special launch pricing exclusively from Beachbody. Visit http://www.teambeachbody.com to learn more.

About The Beachbody Company, Inc.Headquartered in Southern California, Beachbody is a leading digital fitness and nutrition subscription company with over two decades of creating innovative content and powerful brands. The Beachbody Company is the parent company of the Beachbody On Demand streaming platform (BOD) including its live digital streaming subscription BODi, and the Beachbody Bike powered by MYXfitness, the Company's connected indoor bike. For more information, please visit TheBeachbodyCompany.com.

About Jericho McMatthewsJericho McMatthews passionate approach to fitness empowers you to own your health, wellness, and happiness. Shes a NASM and ACE certified personal trainer and holds degrees in psychology as well as physical education and kinesiology.

About Elise JoanElise Joan is an expert at connecting the mind and body, helping awaken you to your power, purpose, and calling. In addition to holding multiple fitness certifications, plus two bachelors degrees, she has worked as a primetime on-air health expert for major TV networks.

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Geneva Commons now offers special summer programs, including a series of movies and food trucks on the center green, as well as a summer fitness series on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

The Commons will host free movies at 7 p.m. every Friday through Aug. 26, according to a news release.

The movie series kicked off last week with Encanto and two food trucks. On June 10, it will be Space Jam (1996), with Aijo Food Truck and Ben & Jerrys Ice Cream. Also on the schedule are Spider Man: No Way Home, 2019s Aladdin and the 1978 classic Grease, among many others. For the full schedule, click here.

The Summer Fitness Series begins Thursday, June 16, and runs through Tuesday, Aug. 30.

In partnership with Holm Studio, cardio kickboxing will be offered from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, with the exception of June 21, when a yoga class will be held.

For more information or to sign up for the classes, visit Holm Studios website.

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More than 40% of older adults in the United States are obese, leading to preventable illnesses like heart disease, strokes, diabetes and cancer. In Black Americans, the obesity rate is nearly 50%, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Anne Hays, a clinical instructor in the University of Pittsburghs School of Education, saw an opportunity to make a difference in this population and get her graduate students working outside the classroom.

With help from Pitts Community Engagement Centers and other School of Education leaders, Hays (EDUC 04G,07G) and six students in the Evidence-Based Health Program Planning course partnered with the Homewood-Brushton YMCA to establish the Healthy Homewood Project. The 10-week program addressed obesity and chronic illnesses in older adults through fitness and wellness education in Homewood, a predominantly Black Pittsburgh neighborhood.

Throughout the spring semester, students conducted research to understand community members needs and prevalent health disparities.

They also spent two hours each week at the YMCA working with more than 30 participants to check vitals, conduct weigh-ins and lead discussions about mindful eating and other healthy behaviors. These talks were followed by smaller breakout sessions where individuals set weekly goals as well as a group exercise class taught by 73-year-old Pittsburgh native and Homewood celebrity Roland Ford (pictured in white above).

Ford has instructed YMCA dance and fitness classes since March 2007 and joined with Healthy Homewood upon learning about its mission.

I appreciate this type of programming where we can inform, educate and engage other seniors around the importance and value of nutrition, said Ford, who personally brought many participants on board. I love that we had the opportunity to learn and share this information.

He credited Healthy Homewood with helping older adults with another significant health challenge, too: loneliness.

This program gave people a chance to be more social during the pandemic, said Ford. It developed friendships and partnerships that didnt exist prior, and I hope it can be duplicated and continue.

Just as Hays hoped, the Pitt students benefitted from the activities as well. Cyndi Standaert is a nontraditional health and physical activity, programming and promotion major who said the project was the first hands-on experience Ive ever had. Dr. Hayes knew there was a need for this program, and it was amazing.

A former swim coach, she followed her family to Pittsburgh in 2017 after spending 20 years in Seattle. In addition to attending Pitt, she now also cares for her elderly father a responsibility that gave her a greater appreciation for Healthy Homewood.

Ive watched my father grow older and need support, said Standaert. Older adults in all communities require connection, whether increased physical activity or social connection. Working with the older population in Homewood, I see the need and want to be part of the solution.

Healthy Homewood also helped Standaert discover her purpose and obtain an internship that aligns with her interests. This summer, she is working as a wellness assistant at Providence Point, a retirement facility, where she plans to create and execute similar programs.

Whats special about doing work like this is that the students truly engage, and it gives them ownership of projects which they thrive off, said Hays.

Healthy Homewood concluded in April with a health fair, presentations from graduate students and with participants receiving certificates of completion and an extended two-month YMCA membership.

The knowledge and gifts gained from conversing with and learning from this community have given me more confidence as I go forward working with older adults, said Standaert. I can honestly tell you that my life is forever changed from working with this group.

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