Friday, April 21, 2017

And the winners are....

We are pleased to announce the WINNERS of the 2017 POP weight loss challenge:

FEMALE
First Place            Christina Weaver             17.27% weight loss
Second Place     Mercedes Rutherford    16.60% weight loss

MALE
First Place            William Turner                   18.43% weight loss
Second Place     Chad Ray                             17.40% weight loss

Congratulations to our first and second-place winners and to ALL our POP participants!  We hope you enjoyed your POP experience, and will continue to pursue healthy lifestyles.

By popular demand and in order to continue providing support to our POP family, we will continue to offer weigh-ins for those who want to participate.  They will be held on the FIRST MONDAY each month from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. on the basement level of Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.  We will also continue providing healthy hints, recipes, and other support materials ongoing.


Remember, if you participate in any of the Journey to Fitness races, be sure to sign up on the POP Team!  If you complete at least 3 races, we will provide you a handy-dandy POP T-Shirt for your efforts.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Somerfit


Did you miss Somerfit's presentation?  Watch the video to learn more about nutrition and physical activity!  

Eating Out, Eating Right


Did you miss Dr. Mobley's presentation about eating healthy when you're going out to eat?  Watch the video to learn helpful tips!  

Sunday, March 26, 2017

Don't Forget!



Don't forget about the Final Weigh-In!
Monday, March 27
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
LCRH Basement Level

Double Points Opportunity!


Due to technical difficulties, the last 2 videos will not be uploaded before tomorrow's weigh-in.

To compensate for those missing points, simply post your favorite thing about the POP Challenge this year! Post before 7 am on Monday, Monday 27 and receive TWO points!


(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)

Saturday, March 25, 2017

Points Opportunity



After watching the video about the unconventional home gym with Patricia Burton, post your answer below for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


Which of the exercises in the video is your favorite?

Friday, March 24, 2017

Test Your Knowledge! (Chef Shannon Stevens)



After watching the video from Chef Shannon Stevens, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


Name one "healthy fat" Chef Shannon discussed.

Test Your Knowledge! (Get Fit)


After watching the video from Get Fit, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


For what part of the shoulder did Chris demonstrate helpful exercises to prevent injury?

Unconventional Home Gym


Did you miss Patricia Burton's presentation about the unconventional home gym?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Eat Great and Still Lose Weight



Did you miss Chef Shannon Steven's presentation about ways to eat foods you enjoy and still lose weight?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Coming soon!



I am working very hard to have ALL the videos and quizzes up by the end of tonight so you will have the weekend to watch and earn points!  Please have all answers to quizzes submitted before 7:00 a.m. on Monday, as I will not be able to add to your points for online quizzes once weigh-ins begin.

Thank you for your patience,
Crystal

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

FINAL WEIGH IN!


Get Fit!


Did you miss the presentation from Get Fit?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Monday, March 6, 2017

Points Opportunity - Technology as Your Weight Loss Friend



After watching the video about using technology to help with your weight loss with Crystal Cox, post your answer below for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, March 13 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


Are you using any of the apps discussed in the video?  If so, which is your favorite?

Test Your Knowledge!


After watching the video about food addiction with Lawrence Underwood, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, March 13 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


One way you can fight back against food addiction is by putting _____ first.

Technology as Your Weight Loss Friend


Did you miss Crystal Cox's presentation about using technology to help you lose weight?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Monday, February 27, 2017

Test Your Knowledge!


After watching the video on healthy snacks with Edith Lovett, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, March 6 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


Which condiment/sauce did Edith mention that has no calories?

Food Addiction


Did you miss Lawrence Underwood's presentation about food addiction?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Monday, February 20, 2017

"Healthy Snacks" with Edith Lovett


Did you miss Edith Lovett's presentation about healthy snacking?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Zumba Fitness and Points Opportunity


Did you miss Teresa Hail's "Zumba Fitness" presentation?  Check out all the fun with the video!


Want to earn an easy point?!


After watching the video, tell us your favorite thing about Zumba to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, February 27 and earn 1 point!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)

Points opportunity this weekend!

Don't miss this great POP Points opportunity!




POP participants can earn points for participating in run/walk events through the LCRH Journey to Fitness race series during the 12 weeks of POP.  Be sure to put your team name as "POP" on your registration form!


  
The 3rd Annual Somerset Junior Women's Club "Snowshoe Shuffle 5K Run/Walk" is scheduled for Saturday, February 25th, 2017. 

The second race in the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, “Journey to Fitness” race series will be on the main campus of Somerset Community College (808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY 42501). One half of the proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association while the other half goes to support other Somerset Junior Woman's Club community projects. All ages and abilities are welcome. There is on-site registration on race day beginning at 9:00am EST. To register online, please go to www.LCRHJourneyToFitness.com.  This event is in memory of Patricia (Trish) Williams Hicks, an avid runner who passed away from heart disease.

Activities will begin at 10:00am EST.  

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

STEPS CHALLENGE!




It's time to start the steps challenge...well, almost!  The challenge will begin Monday morning at midnight (February 20).

First, you need to get setup!  Comment if you have any issues or email us at marketing.lcrh@gmail.com

From your smart phone, click: https://activity.club/games/lxmiyg4y5bq




Friday, February 10, 2017

Test Your Knowledge



After watching the "How to Become (and Stay) the New You" video, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, February 20 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


You should drink ___ ounces of sugar-free, caffeine-free liquids each day.

How to Become (and Stay) the New You - Dr. John C. Mobley



Did you miss Dr. Mobley's presentation about becoming - and staying - the new you?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Test Your Knowledge



After watching the "Dietary Guidelines" video, answer the following for a chance to earn 1 point.  

Post your answer as a comment before the weigh-in on Monday, January 23 and earn 1 point if you're correct!

(All posts will be reviewed by the moderator before being made public.  Please remember to include your name so you will receive your points!)


You should incorporate seafood into your diet at least ___ times per week.

Monday, January 16, 2017

Monday, January 9 Video



Did you miss Cindy Hatcher's presentation about the new Dietary Guidelines?  Watch the video and check back soon for a Quiz to earn POP Points!

Thursday, January 12, 2017

Thank you, Community Partners



We'd like to say "thank you" to all our Community Partners!  Check out all the special offerings available to you as a POP participant!




2017 Community Partners

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

One more opportunity!


We are so excited about all the new POP participants who joined at the 1/9 weekly meeting that we're going to extend registration by one more week!


This is a great opportunity to grow your team size to be in consideration for Team Prizes!  Registration will remain open online, at the Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce office, or in the Senior Friends office at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.


Monday, January 9, 2017

TONIGHT!



DON'T FORGET!


Tonight is the last opportunity to join POP!  Registration and weigh-ins will begin at 4:30 p.m. this evening with the weekly meeting to follow at 6:00 p.m.

Monday, January 2, 2017

Kick-off tomorrow!

Tomorrow is the big day!

Join us for the kick-off at The Center.

Not registered, yet?  Don't worry!
You can register at the weigh-in.


Weigh-ins:
Tuesday, January 3
  • 10:00 a.m. - noon
  • 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.