11:23 a.m., Dec. 15, 2009----The Healthy U Employee Wellness Program invites University of Delaware employees to register now for the 2010 weight management campaign which can help them lose weight or maintain a healthy weight in the new year.

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“Well on Your Weigh” is a six-week program that will run from Jan. 18 through Feb. 26. Participants will receive support for making healthy food choices, being physically active and learning more about their personal cues for eating, in order to establish a healthy weight.

All participants will be joining forces with co-workers in 3-5 person teams. Participants may form their own teams, or ask the Healthy U staff to assign them to a team.

“It is easier to make healthy choices when those around you are doing the same,” notes Linda Smith, program coordinator at Healthy U. “In fact, recent research suggests that our social networks influence our body weight and eating behaviors.”

Teams will compete for prizes in two categories -- weight loss and healthy lifestyles. All participants will receive a “Well on Your Weigh” team T-shirt, activity log, weekly tips newsletter, weekly weigh-ins and fun informational weekly team activities. Teams will be able to schedule their weigh-ins at their office locations.

All UD employees are invited to attend the free “Well on Your Weigh” kickoff celebration from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, in Multipurpose Rooms B and C of the Trabant University Center.

Several UD departments and local vendors will be on hand to provide healthy snacks and interactive and informational exhibits about healthy eating and physical activity.

The cost of the six-week weight management program is 25 Wellness Dollars. Employees can learn more and register at Healthy U or call 831-8388.