In the next article in our series on Baptist colleagues who have earned HumanaVitality Platinum status, Robin McElhaney, a performance specialist at Baptist DeSoto, talks about how the program has helped her conquer an all-too common condition.
[toggle title=”What made you want to start using HumanaVitality?” state=”open”]HumanaVitality came to the hospital and went through the system with us on an individual basis and made it so easy. If I am doing the work, why not get credit for it?[/toggle] [toggle title=”What do you like about it?” state=”close”]You can link it with apps on your smartphone.
[/toggle] [toggle title=”Have you noticed any results (weight lost, improved vitals, etc.) since you started using HumanaVitality?” state=”close”]I started running and working out in the gym to help with my cholesterol. I have a family history of high cholesterol and all the issues that go with it. I would rather work out than take medicine for as long as I can. So far so good. And exercise is a great stress reliever.
[/toggle] [toggle title=”Have you bought anything from the Vitality Mall? If so, what?” state=”close”] I just recently ordered the Fit Bit Force.[/toggle] [toggle title=”Why should other colleagues use HumanaVitality?” state=”close”] I think it makes you more aware of your activity.[/toggle] [toggle title=”Anything else you want to share about your efforts to improve your health?” state=”close”] It has to be your decision to improve your health or lose weight; you can’t do it for someone else or just because your co-workers or friends are doing it. When you decide you are ready, HumanaVitality is there to help you keep track of your activity.
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