The Results are in!

The first quarter of The Pittsburgh Pound Down is complete and we have tabulated the results. We had some really enthusiastic people give us some feedback and here are the amazing results from the first quarter of 2008:

Weight Loss
•72% have noticed a change in weight
•Participants who lost weight averaged 6.96 lbs lost in the first 8 weeks of the program
•66% reported their clothes are fitting looser

Nutrition
•89% report they have decreased their portion size
•83% report they have decreased snacking in between meals
•100% have decreased the amount of "fake foods" consumed
•88.9% have decreased their intake of trans-fat-hydrogenated oils

Stress Management
•77.8% of participants have incorporated the program's stress management techniques
•Exercise: 35,608,299 Steps taken in the first 8 weeks. The schools are winning the competition!
• 88.9% of participants are fitting in short bursts of exercise throughout the day

Wellness Results
• 94% report an increased energy level throughout the day.
• 100% report they expect to continue to use this lifestyle approach
• 63% of participants with children at home report their children have also had success with the program

Testimonials
"I feel better just from eating healthier and knowing that the food I'm eating isn't tainted by chemicals."

"I'm enjoying the program and learning about healthier eating habits. Although there hasn't been a drastic change in my weight, I'm making gradual changes that will make me healthier in the long run."

"I like the flexibility to complete assignments at your own pace online and that there isn't a strict deadline to do so."

If you want to get your company involved call Erin Hart: 412/563-7807 or email her: ehart@american-healthcare.net