Bear Lake Memorial Hospital - Community Weight Loss Challenge

What is it?

This three-month weight loss challenge is a free community competition to promote health and wellness. Participants sign up in teams or as individuals. Monthly weigh-ins, incentives and activities are available, along with a Facebook group and other support. Activities include free yoga, Zumba and spin classes, as well as a 10-mile Fun Run/Walk. Team prizes and individual prizes total more than $5,000, providing a strong impetus for participation.

Who is it for?

Residents in the hospital’s service area, ages 13 and up.

Why do they do it?

When an annual employee challenge was established three years ago, several family members and friends were interested in the contest. To support healthy choices, Bear Lake Memorial Hospital sponsored a community-wide challenge.

Impact

With 225 participants and more than 2,000 pounds lost, the challenge proved to be the motivation needed to improve the health of Bear Lake Valley. Post-challenge weigh-ins and prizes were available to help those interested in maintaining weight loss and staying healthy.

Contact: Craig Thomas
Director, Public Relations
Telephone: 208-847-4450
E-mail: craig.thomas@blmhospital.com