Lighten Up Lifestyle Details and Sample Module

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If you are looking for a pill popping, self-esteem destroying, detoxification, starvation, cardboard food diet or quick weight loss program with infomercial mentality you are at the wrong place.

We don't believe it's necessary to use bull horns to help our clients achieve results. The Lighten Up Lifestyle® program will work for you if you are ready to learn concepts and principles that work-and then implement the concepts into your life. Are you are ready to invest time, energy and effort into yourself - and health? If so, then we're here to support you in creating a healthy lifestyle that lasts.

Our proven concepts have been used over the years to help individuals achieve their desired goals and results. How have we done this? By offering solutions instead of resolutions, personal feedback from our Lighten Up coaches, educated and certified personal trainers ,exercise physiologist's and a results focused process where we put you - in the drivers seat.

At Lighten The Load we care so much about helping you achieve your desired results that we utilize exercise physiologist's for our TeleFit411 programs and personal trainers for our onsite programs. personal t.jpeg Why? Well, even though it costs us more as a company, we stand behind our mission to help individuals get healthy by utilizing the most accurate, results proven information provided by educated fitness professionals.

When it comes to getting active and starting a fitness program we've seen many individuals start with inaccurate information or a “no pain, no gain" mentality. The individual stays active for a month or two and then fizzle out – or worse - they hurt themselves by doing too much - too soon. By having an experienced and certified personal trainer or exercise physiologist in your corner you’ll be assured of getting a personally designed, safe, and effective exercise protocol. By receiving the correct information, guidance and support from the start you receive everything you need to guide you as you move toward your desired results.

Whether you are working with a personal trainer at Aerofit Health & Fitness center or one of our exercise physiologist's you can be sure that they are educated, experienced and understand the challenges that often accompany making healthy lifestyle changes. We carefully choose physiologist's who we know can support our participants as well as abide by our company values and mission.

What is Exercise Physiology? Exercise Physiology is the identification of physiological mechanisms underlying physical activity, the comprehensive delivery of treatment services concerned with the analysis, improvement, and maintenance of health and fitness, rehabilitation of heart disease and other chronic diseases and/or disabilities, and the professional guidance and counsel of athletes and others interested in athletics, sports training, and human adaptability to acute and chronic exercise.

What are appropriate education and credentials for an exercise professional?

  • Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Health Fitness
  • Master’s (M.S.) degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Exercise Physiology or related area (such as Biodynamics)

So now that you know how our programs are different, take a closer look!

Our convenient program offerings

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TeleFit-411

Our eight(8) or ten(10) week program's are offered throughout the fall, winter and spring months.

  • Eight (8) or Ten (10) weekly, 60-minute group telephone sessions conducted by a Lighten Up lifestyle coach
  • Eight (8) or Ten (10) weekly downloaded program modules
  • One (1) 30 minute private phone sessions with your Lighten The Load exercise physiologist (TeleFit-411 only)
  • Personal exercise program designed for participant(depending on time line of class)
  • Access to our Lighten The Load virtual classroom for downloaded weekly written class modules, videos, connecting with your accountability partner and other participants
  • Access to our Lighten The Load website which offers accurate and current wellness articles as well as the ability to "Ask Our Experts"
  • Lighten The Load copyrighted curriculum that meets American College of Sports Medicine and American Heart Association guidelines
  • Group Size - Participation varies for TeleFit-411class
  • Purchase the TeleFit-411 Ten (10) or Eight (8) Week Program - $249.00 or $199.00

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  • For class times and dates contact us at www.Questions@LightenTheLoad.net
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Community locations

  • Ten (10) weekly, 60-minute - onsite group sessions conducted by a Lighten Up lifestyle coach
  • Ten (10) weekly downloaded written program modules
  • Physical assessments: (weigh-in's if requested by participant)
  • Access to our Lighten The Load virtual classroom for downloaded weekly written class modules, videos, connecting with your accountability partner and other participants
  • Lighten The Load copyrighted curriculum that meets American College of Sports Medicine and American Heart Association guidelines
  • Access to our participant website which offers accurate and current wellness articles as well as the ability to "Ask Our Experts"
  • Group Size - 10 to 12 participants
  • Community programs are held at Aerofit Health & Fitness center on Villa Maria in Bryan, TX. For programs times contact us at www.Questions@LightenTheLoad.net
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Self-directed

    Our online e-learning program allows you to create a healthy & balanced life no matter where you are - 24/7.

    Participants download and receive:

  • 12 written program modules
  • 12 corresponding audios that guide participants through the program at their own pace
  • Lighten The Load copyrighted curriculum that meets American College of Sports Medicine and American Heart Association guidelines
  • Access to our participant website which offers accurate and current wellness articles as well as the ability to "Ask Our Experts"
  • Purchase the Self-directed Program - $149.00

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      Take a closer look before you purchase the program! Here's a sampling of what you'll learn in the first module.

      Sample Module:

      Do you struggle with how to create a healthy lifestyle - that lasts? If so, you're not alone. Join us as we start to unpack the tools for building a foundation for creating a healthy lifestyle.

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      Lifetime Tools For Health I - Not sure what to do and how to create a healthy lifestyle? Don't go it alone. Let us get you started with a plan that works for you and your lifestyle! In this module you'll learn how to:
      • Create a plan (and lifestyle) that meets your needs and works - just for you!
      • Make the mental shift.
      • Look at your reactions, emotions and awareness surrounding your life and health.
      Lifetime Tools For Health II - How's your attitude about your life and health? If you struggle with knowing how to get started on an activity schedule that works "just for you" this module will get you started and moving! In this module you'll learn how to:
      • Set up an activity schedule that is fun and easy to do.
      • Calculate your personal THR (target heart rate) so you get the most from your activity.
      • Identify areas in your life that may be holding you back from enjoying activity and moving forward in your life.
      Family Transfers - Do you think you are genetically doomed? What messages did you receive as a child from your parents and family members about your weight and dieting? What have you carried into your adult life about your health, weight and body image? In this module you'll learn how to:
      • Take a look at what your thoughts and beliefs are regarding your metabolism, genetic make-up, family messages and body type.
      • Release old behaviors that may stop you from making permanent changes.
      • Make decisions and choices that work for you - instead of against you.
      Edible Education - Why do you choose to eat the foods you eat? Would you like to become an ACE eater? Do you love fast food and hate to grocery shop? Whatever your thoughts, choices and beliefs are surrounding food you'll learn how to:
      • Become aware of how your thoughts affect your food choices.
      • Use our Eating Road Map® so that healthy food choices are easy!
      • Live in a world where there are no "forbidden" foods.
      Eating Healthy On The Road and On The Go - Are you an on the go eater? Did you know that eating away from your home doesn't have to be unhealthy! If the front seat of your car has replaced your kitchen table and you're not sure what's the healthiest fast food option - you'll love this module. Learn how to:
      • Do the Candy Bar calculation.
      • Eat in a fast paced world.
      • Win at "portion distortion"
      A Body In Motion Tends To Remain In Motion - What's the "secret" to being healthy, losing weight and keeping the weight off? In this module you'll learn:
      • The "secret"
      • How to stay in motion.
      • Discover how carbohydrates, fats and proteins are necessary for your health and activity.
      Nutrition 101- Confused about what you should be eating? Use our tips and tools so you can make choices that work for you - and your health! Learn how to:
      • Scan a food label and get the facts that you need.
      • See how low fat isn't always the best food option.
      • Get your nutrition questions answered by our registered dietitian!
      What's Cooking? Is the kitchen your friend or foe? Whether you love cooking or can't boil water this module will introduce you to the strategies of our gourmet chef. You'll learn how to:
      • Cook healthy in "a 30-minute" fast paced world.
      • Save time, energy and money with our tips, and techniques.
      • Use our Recipes To Flip Over so you can stop calorie counting!
      Stress, Sleep and Survival - Lack of sleep may be one of the reasons why you are gaining weight! If stress and lack of sleep are a part of your life see how these two issues can make an impact on your health and life. Learn how:
      • The connection between sleep and stress may cause weight gain.
      • To use our de-stress tips to survive in a stressed filled world.
      • To understand what your bodies really telling you.
      In Order To Change The Body You Have To Change The Mind So, what's your story? Have you ever wondered why you can't "get and stay healthy"? What have you told yourself about your health & weight? Discover how what you think and believe may be the key to your health and weight challenges. In this module you'll learn how to:
      • Set healthy boundaries that can free up your time and life.
      • Assess your values and priorities.
      • See how what you think and believe may be the key to your health and weight challenges.
      Weight Loss Strategies - Are you tired of dieting and thinking about your weight? Whether you're a lifetime dieter or someone who has the desire to lose a few pounds this module will give you the information you need to create healthy weight loss. Learn how:
      • To calculate your personal body needs analysis for weight loss.
      • Hormones can affect weight gain.
      • To use proven strategies for stopping the dieting game.
      Staying The Course - Having a healthy lifestyle is possible for you! We help to reinforce the concepts you've learned through this last module by showing you how to:
      • Stay the course - and love the person you see in your mirror.
      • Identify areas in your life that will keep you on the road to a healthy life.
      • Have fun with the ongoing process!
      If this speaks to you, then you are ready to get on the road to reshaping the way you look, feel and enjoy life!

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