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Author: Audrey Myers
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
Kentucky adults bear a significant burden due to the state prevalence of obesity and associated diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, depression, and cancer. Obesity and overweight among Kentucky adults reduces the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. Weight ~ The Reality Series is an evidence-based UK-CES curriculum introduced in 2004. This series has helped thousands of Kentucky adults learn to successfully manage body weight, and improve their he
Author: Jennifer Howard
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
In 2015 the CDC ranked Kentucky 5th in the nation for the percentage of adults being overweight. Research from this report shows that excess weight contributes to high rates of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and several types of cancer.Partnering with the Winchester/Clark County Activity Coalition in the Clark County Wellness Challenge 12 week weight loss/physical activity event, Clark County Extension implemented the Weight: The Reality Series program, emphasizing behavior changes
Author: Lora Pullin
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
The most recent CDC Data report states, the obesity rate for Greenup County is 35%. Greenup County is in the top 10 counties for other health diseases, such as heart disease and 16% of Greenup County adults suffer from diabetes. Research has shown there is a natural link between nutrition, physical activity, and behaviors toward healthy lifestyles. The Greenup County Extension Family and Consumers Sciences Agent along with the Snap- Ed assistant collaborated to hold a ten week series that was pr
Author: Rachael Price
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
Grant County KY has an Adult obesity rate of 35.6% and a physical activity rate of 30.2%. The Grant County Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) worked together to offer 10 weeks of classes using Weight the Reality Series, Healthy Choices, and Small Steps to Health and Wealth curriculums to help Grant County Adults improve their nutrition and be more active. The local fitness facility, Body Works Gym, offered free membership through the p
Author: Edith Lovett
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
Ninety three people registered to participate in the Pounds off Pulaski County, weighing in at 20,054.6. At the end of the twelve weeks, 35 people had completed the twelve weeks program and lost a total of 601.80 pounds. All of the participants that weighed in to the end lost some weight each week. None had gained weight, and most would share that their clothing was now fitting better since they had lost inches through exercising several days of the week. Some reported exerci
Author: Rebecca Miller
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
According to The State of Obesity: Better Policy for a Healthier America, Kentucky has the seventh highest obesity rate in the nation. With obesity continuing to rise each year the Bell County Extension Council expressed the need for some weight management classes in our county. FCS Agent and SNAP ED Assistant held Weigh 2 Go Wednesdays, a 10 week weight program that met once a week to see who would become the “Biggest Loser.” The program
Author: Whitney Morrow
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
The Carter County Family and Consumer Sciences Advisory Council, the Drug Free Coalition, and School Administrators have all identified a strong need for continued substance use prevention in Carter County. The number of diverted prescriptions and illegal drugs, overdoses, thefts, arrests, court cases, and medical/financial consequences of drug use continue to negatively impact many families in our community.To assist in educating youth about the dangers of all types of substance abus
Author: Luciana Hockersmith
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
In the context of increasing rates of obesity, the Mercer County Family & Consumer Sciences agent offered a FREE 10-week program entitled Meltdown Mercer County utilizing the research- and evidence-based curriculum "Weight the Reality Series." Each week a lesson and sample recipe were presented to the participants emphasis practice and behavior change to reach goals related to healthy eating and overall weight management. Eleven adults initiated the program while 8 comp
Author: Crystal Osborne
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
The 2018 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps for Kentucky had Owsley County ranked 118 out of 120 counties for health outcomes. For health behaviors including physical inactivity and obesity, Owsley County ranked 111 out of 120 counties. With these statistics in mind, the Owsley County Family & Consumer Sciences Advisory Council continues to see the need for health & nutrition education as a high priority for our community members. The Owsley County Cooperative Extension Service p
Author: Donna Fryman
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
According to most recent county healthcare profiles and health facts for Fleming County, 68% adults are obese, 38% report a lack of personal physical activity, 14% adults have diabetes. In an effort to increase awareness and improve individual wellness, the Fleming County Extension Service Family and Consumer Science program conducted a 10 week series of Weight- the Reality Series. The ten week program taught participants how to make healthy food choices and to explore various physical activitie
