Mission Statement:
The mission of this program is to help Concord Fitness Center employees improve their overall health and quality of life by providing comprehensive nutrition education programs to decrease rates of obesity and obesity related diseases.
Goals:
- Provide comprehensive nutrition education on healthy eating/living to reduce the rates of obesity and obesity related chronic illnesses in the employees of the Concord Fitness Center.
- Provide comprehensive nutrition education to reduce the risks of developing obesity related chronic illnesses in the employees of the Concord Fitness Center.
- Enhance and foster knowledge in employees of Concord Fitness Center of what must be done to lead healthier lifestyles and avoid developing chronic illness through behavior change.
Program Objectives:
- By the end of the fiscal year, The Healthy and Hungry Program will be fully integrated in the workplace at the Concord Fitness Center. (Process)
- By the end of the first year of program implementation, employees will be able to understand the importance of eating quality nutrient dense foods such as fruits and vegetables (F&V). (Impact)
- By the end of the first year of program implementation, employees will exhibit a 50% increase in F&V consumption during the workday and decrease their intake of fast food/junk food by 50%. (Impact)
- By the end of the first year of program implementation, employees will be able to describe the impact of F&V on performance and demonstrate self-efficacy through meal planning and preparation. (Impact)
- By the end of the first year, employees will be able to identify vital nutrients found in nutrient dense foods such as F&V. (Outcome)
- By the end of the first year, employees will be able to assess the importance of eating nutrient dense whole foods such as F&V and reducing fast food/junk food consumption. (Outcome)
- By the end of the program, employees will report a minimum of one health improvement based off discussed goals such as weight loss, increased performance at work, self-efficacy in achieving health behaviors, improved mood, and improved overall health status amongst many others. (Outcome)
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