Families today face many health challenges from cradle to grave and for many, prevention and management of these risks means establishing or changing lifestyles to provide the best environment for a healthy life.
Choosing the right program can be as simple as discussing your needs with Deanna McCulloch at Spa Rivier who is offering Reset to a Better Life, a multi-discipline program which runs for 90 days and sets the tone for the rest of your life.
“It’s an investment in your health,” McCulloch said.
Those interested in signing up must do so before April 30 in order to take full advantage of the program, which runs for 90 days from the date of sign up.
The program is based on five pillars to better health.
• dietary nutrition
• cellular nutrition (supplements)
• motivation exercise
• positive commitment
• removing toxins
And that’s where the program begins. Each participant starts with a five-day, high fibre, low glycemic cleanse using the Usana Reset Kit. After a quick consult, where McCulloch completes the True Health Assessment to determine the most beneficial supplements for the best possible individualized health outcome, each person orders their own product via a very easy phone or Internet ordering system.
An initial weigh in, followed by weekly weigh ins and consultations with McCulloch, keeps participants on track and provides an opportunity to answers any questions they may have.
Heather Hartridge of H3F here in Quesnel is partnering in the program, offering a fitness program: Spring Bootcamp, beginning April 30 and running to June 27.
“The entire Reset program is appropriate for any age and any fitness level,” Hartridge said.
Although the fitness portion is optional, adding fitness to any lifestyle change increases the chances of success and, Hartridge added, Bootcamp is a fun exercise program which is delivered in parks around the community.
With three instructors, Bootcamp offers proper individualized care.
“Fitness should be fun, because it’s so much more than just moving,” Hartridge said.
“People are always amazed at how much they can do in an exercise class.”
McCulloch and Hartridge offer tons of local support and both said participants should never feel either alone or unable to work the program.
“Help is just a phone call or email away,” McCulloch said.
The third part is a low glycemic food plan based on dietician Laura Kalina and personal trainer Cheryl Christian book Low-Glycemic Meals in Minutes.
The pair will be in Quesnel April 24, 7 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the Arts and Rec Centre, with the express intent of getting people excited about healthy eating. This seminar is open to the public, not just for those in the Reset program, however both McCulloch and Hartridge fully endorse the message these women bring to those looking to change their lifestyle.
“We’re really thrilled to be working with these partners,” Kalina said.
“We’re excited to be coming to Quesnel to share the nuts and bolts of getting on this food plan program.”
While here, Reset participants will be treated to a hands-on shopping tour with Kalina and Christian at Save-on Foods to find out just how easy and beneficial shopping for the right foods is for ultimate success.
Both McCulloch and Hartridge will be on hand at the seminar to discuss their particular aspects of the Reset program.
All the partners in the Reset program are first-hand testimonials to the value and success of changing lifestyles.
McCulloch started out as a Reset participant and said she’s participating again this time around.
“Not only am I totally committed to support the other participants but I also believe in living a healthier lifestyle and we can always do better,” she said.
Kalina and Christian echoed the value of being fully committed to changing one’s lifestyle.
“The commitment has to be personal; and it seems once people start seeing results, it becomes easier to stay committed,” Christian said.
“Each person must find their reasons to remain committed. For me, I try to add one thing to my activity list each year, however, I encourage people to find out what their stumbling blocks are, sometimes journaling helps figure out the triggers.”
Kalina added a low glycemic food plan isn’t just about weight loss.
“With every increasing rates of childhood and
adult obesity, diabetes and other preventable illnesses there has never been a better time for a healthy approach to weight loss that is based on science,” she said.
Promoted as a healthy solution the whole family can embrace, Kalina and Christian also offer online support through www.lowgichallenge.com.
McCulloch, Hartridge and the Low-Glycemic gals say this program works and encourage anyone interested to find out more.
“There’s support for people committed to changing their lifestyle,” McCulloch said.
“But, as with any health improvement plan, participants get out of it what they put into it.”
Hartridge added the program has no restrictions, not age, health or physical limitations.
To find out if the Reset to a Better Life is right for you, contact McCulloch at Spa Rivier or Hartridge at H3F fitness studios.