Connie expressed her interest on the health coaching signup form through the Sharp Direct Advantage website and enrolled in the physical activity coaching program. During the program, she spent 30 minutes on the phone each week with a health coach.
“My coach was fabulous,” says Connie. “She was very knowledgeable and led me through each step to set and work to accomplish my goals.”
As part of her health goals, Connie joined a fitness club. While it can feel overwhelming to enter a new gym environment, Connie focused on her sense of self-motivation and collaborated with a trainer to learn how to use equipment and how to practice proper weightlifting forms. She also began attending fitness classes, created goals for improving core strength, flexibility and balance, and took advantage of the home fitness kits.
“I enjoyed meeting with my coach on the phone to discuss my progress,” says Connie. “My coach has a wonderful personality, is very encouraging, and held me accountable for the goals we discussed each week.”
“A coach provides the accountability necessary to keep you moving forward, particularly when you are first starting out.”
For those who are taking their first steps toward a health goal, Connie advises, “A coach helps educate you and gives ideas and suggestions that are extremely valuable. A coach provides the accountability necessary to keep you moving forward, particularly when you are first starting out.”
