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Starting A Wellness Program Resources

Below are top resources on SparkPeople for Starting A Wellness Program.

Advantages of Workplace Wellness Programs

As workplace wellness programs are becoming more widespread throughout the country, the buzz is catching on. The bottom line of such programs is this: healthy employees tend to be happier and more productive employees. These programs range from s...  Read more

Virtual Food Pro Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Physical Activity-Nutrition Rebate program?One of IBM’s Healthy Living Rebate programs for 2007, the $150 Physical Activity-Nutrition Rebate rewards eligible employees for completing either an online physical activity program or a n...  Read more

Wellness Coaching Program Details

Welcome to the SparkPeople Wellness Coaching program, and thanks for joining! We hope you'll find the additional tools, resources, support, and motivation being provided useful in your journey!We would love to hear from you about your experiences usi...  Read more

Regional Advertising Sales Director (2 positions - New York & Chicago)

Overview SparkPeople.com is America's biggest diet and fitness website. We are actively growing our direct digital advertising sales team with 2 open positions in the New York City and Chicago/Midwest areas for Senior Digital Advertising Sales...  Read more

SparkTeens Teacher/Student Program

Thanks for your interest in using SparkTeens to help improve the health of your students! This article is intended to be an introduction to the tools and resources that SparkTeens offers so that you as an educator can see what is available. As you...  Read more

Been Visiting, Ready to get Started......
Updated 5/22/2013 12:58:44 PM

I have been on a personal pity party cruise for over 3 years now... After losing my job, and going on hundreds of interviews and still no job.. I just lost it. I am 49 years old and weigh around 425. My weight was never a real problem but has kept o...  Read more

Help Getting Started Again
Updated 5/22/2013 6:07:32 AM

It's been two months, but I am kicking my butt back into shape if it's the last thing I do! Sunday and Monday I did pretty intense cardio - Zumba Sunday and Jillian Michael's 'Blast Fat Boost Metabolism - and today I am ridiculously tired. Question...  Read more

back and ready to start my weight loss journey
Updated 5/21/2013 9:31:02 AM

hi guys i came to this site a few years ago thinking i could loose weight but ended up giveing up now i am back and ready to start again. my boyfriend of a year and a few months and i are going to give it our all to loose some weight and look better...  Read more

Need help getting started AT MY AGE!!!!!!
Updated 5/22/2013 9:56:06 AM

I want to start off by telling everyone I'm 79!! And, I've lived a sedentary life. While I feel okay, I've had my share of illness. In the past 10 years, I've had breast CA, a heart valve replaced, hysterectomy, gall bladder, and emergency double h...  Read more

Let's get this party started!
Updated 5/20/2013 7:48:17 AM

Hi everyone, my name is Jennifer and I am really excited about this new journey to a better me. Looking forward to meeting new people and helping others along the way. I can't believe this website is free. I can't wait to try some of the recipes....  Read more

Take Advantage of Free Wellness Programs

My gym offers free wellness programs 3-4 times a year, to help members stay of track. If your gym also offer these these programs, with classes/lectures, they may help you stay positive regarding your goals.211...  Read more

"Work" with Sparkpeople :)

We have made a sparkteam at work and dedicated our patricipation to a fellow employee who is struggling with a health issue. Doing it as a team has made more people active with the program!...  Read more

30 Somethings Sparkers

This group is for the MTV Generation! Whether you have baby weight to lose, you're jump-starting a new phase in your life, or are committed to being a healthier you, you've found the right group!...  Read more

Set Realistic Goals for Success

When someone sets a weight-loss goal (or any goal), it needs to be realistic because that is what sets us up to succeed. If we set some wild and crazy goals for ourselves that is too difficult or that we know cannot be achieved, we are setting oursel...  Read more

Get LIVE Canyon Ranch Online Coaching for FREE!

Editor’s note: SparkPeople has partnered with Canyon Ranch to provide this survey. The contests are entirely sponsored by Canyon Ranch.  Fill out the survey below for a chance to participate in a free eight-week healthy online weight coach...  Read more

Starting My Wellness Program

Today I really got into Sparking. First thing this morning I walked to the mailbox & back, a little more than ½ a mile, by the time I walk around the circular part of the drive. I’m using the treadmill program on my iphone to keep track. It’s consist...  Read more

tips for starting a wellness program

I got this email today :) and it was 10 tips for starting a wellness program. So here I go. Step 1 - Write out your goals and desires. Short Term goals-drink 8 cups of water (and/or crystal light/unsweetened tea). Mid Term Goals-work out 3...  Read more