Friday, August 23, 2013

MRMC Weight Loss Challenge Winners

Magnolia Regional Medical Center employees recently completed a 21-week weight loss challenge.  The program was created as a part of the facility's employee wellness program.

The program kicked off on March 5 with over 80 employees signing up to participate.  Employees checked in on a bi-weekly basis for a weigh in and body fat calculation.

The program ended with approximately 65 employees and a total weight loss of over 400 lbs.

Winners were named in two categories for their success in the program.  For percentage of weight lost, the top prizes went to Judy McGee, Cori Willis and Alesha Miller.  For percentage of body fat lost, the winners were Diana Owens, Adriane Delaney and Sharon Meeler.

Weight Loss Challenge Winners
Winners included, (l to r) Diana Owens, Judy McGee, Alesha Miller and Cori Willis.  Not pictured are Adriane Delaney and Sharon Meeler

MRMC is utilizing the wellness program to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle among its employees through competitions and incentives.

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For more information:
Karen Weido
870-235-3212
kweido@magnoliarmc.org