Vtrim Community Blog » Upcoming Events http://www.vtrimblog.org An online approach to weight loss from the University of Vermont Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:07:06 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.3 en hourly 1 Meet Deidre Purcell, Winner #3 of the “Vtrim Giveaway for Readers of More Magazine” http://www.vtrimblog.org/weight-management-blog/meet-deidre-purcell-winner-3-of-the-%e2%80%9cvtrim-giveaway-for-readers-of-more-magazine%e2%80%9d/ http://www.vtrimblog.org/weight-management-blog/meet-deidre-purcell-winner-3-of-the-%e2%80%9cvtrim-giveaway-for-readers-of-more-magazine%e2%80%9d/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:57:31 +0000 Beth Casey Gold http://www.vtrimblog.org/?p=691 More_MagazineToday we’d like to introduce you to our final winner of the Vtrim Giveaway for Readers of More Magazine. Weight management is serious stuff, and our winners are handing it with grace and energy.  

 Let us introduce you to Deidre Purcell, who has already lost 5 pounds with Vtrim Online and loves the social support she gets in her weekly online class and live chat.

Deidre Purcell, 45, Clifton Park, NY

Deirdre is too busy to make time for her own health. She works full-time, and she’s a wife and mother, which means carpooling the kids to games, lessons and activities.

 How is Deidre doing now that she’s on Vtrim?

“I am feeling really good. The first 4 days after journaling I could feel that my body was missing or craving more than I was giving it. The Vtrim program is a real eye-opener as to what a person consumes, how many calories, fat grams, etc.”

What has surprised Deidre so far on her weight loss journey?

“What surprised me the most was the calorie intake and fat intake I would consume daily. By journaling my diet I am able to be more conscious as to what is going into my body! It is just amazing how the intake of calories and fat can affect one’s system both physically and health wise.”

What is Deidre’s favorite Vtrim Online tool? 

“My favorite part of the Vtrim dashboard is the Journal. When you write something down and are able to see exactly how many calories there are in a given item/meal it wakes you up as to how easy it is to go over a recommended daily calorie and fat intake.”

What is the most helpful lesson or piece of advice so far for Deidre? 

“What I have found to be helpful is the online chats and sessions. To have the support of others is a huge asset to trying to achieve a goal. In my case to discuss how others adjust their daily routines, what they are doing and what they eat.”

Three cheers for Deidre! We’re so glad you enjoy the classes. Oftentimes, we learn so much from each other and realize that we’re not alone when it comes to weight loss and management.

More Magazine has also profiled our 3 winners on their website.  You can read more here.

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Most importantly we teach the way to sustainable lifestyle change since ultimately that is how you keep the weight off and get healthier long-term.  The YMCA supports your Vtrim efforts by providing the exercise infrastructure to meet your weekly exercise goals.  Plus, the face to face interaction at the Y is a nice complement to the online aspect of Vtrim.  These two programs together provide the momentum needed to make consistent, healthier choices and to finally learn a new way of living. 

Read more about this exciting initiative, currently through the Greater Burlington YMCA, YMCA of Greater Boston and YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh.  We are starting 2 Vtrim @ the Y classes in February.  The classes are open to members and non-members and you do not need to live in  Burlington, Boston or Pittsburgh to participate.   Sign up today!

]]> http://www.vtrimblog.org/weight-management-blog/12-week-vtrim-online-classes-now-available-through-the-ymca/feed/ 0 Free Upcoming Vtrim Information Session http://www.vtrimblog.org/weight-management-blog/free-upcoming-vtrim-information-session/ http://www.vtrimblog.org/weight-management-blog/free-upcoming-vtrim-information-session/#comments Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:23:32 +0000 Vtrim http://www.vtrimblog.org/?p=128 Vtrim will offer a free online info session for anyone who wants to learn more. In the session, our researchers will discuss the 17 years of research behind the Vtrim program, why the program is so successful, how it compares to other programs, and best of all, how it works.
The two free info sessions are:

Monday, December 29th at 6:00PM
OR
Tuesday, January 6th at 12:00PM

To RSVP for this event, call 802.656.1425 or email andrea.ziga@uvm.edu.

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Vtrim is doing its part to help lead the way as well. As the only ONLINE behavior modification program for weight loss, Vtrim is providing to the American public years of university research on how to live healthier lives through better diets, more activity, and behaviors that promote weight management. Be a part of the program that knows how to help shape lifestyles, not only for a healthier today, but a healthier tomorrow.

To learn more about Vtrim, go to www.uvm.edu/vtrim. Or join our online webinar about the Vtrim Online Weight Management Program. We’ll be showing you around the Vtrim website, how it works, and what you will experience in an online class.

Vtrim Webinar: Learn more about how Vtrim online works!

Thursday, December 11th

1:00 PM, EST

To get more information or to sign up to attend, please send an email to vtrim@uvm.edu.

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