Every week, Washington Center for Weight Management and Research offers a fantastic variety of health and weight-loss related groups and workshops. From dealing with emotional eating to cooking, to working out, we are here to help you make 2019 your healthiest and happiest year yet! The best part is, you don't have to be a patient to participate!
This week, don't forget to check out Saturday Scoop with Matthew D'Aria, RD where you can learn how to make a delicious kale and quinoa soup. Scroll down to see what groups and workshops we have to offer. For more information on individual programs, or on any of our groups, call 703.807.0037, or email Michelle at mvaughan@wtmgmt.com
Friday, January 11th, 2019
Exercise Group
Fridays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Weekly 30-minute group walk, followed by a post-walk stretch with Clinical Exercise Physiologist Rachel Trope, MS, CEP
Meet in the lobby at 11:00 am and head down to walk in the parking garage (level B2)
Flat, easy course
Walk for 10, 15, 20, or 30 minutes at a pace that is comfortable for you!
Great conversation and group support
Fee: Free for active Comprehensive Program patients; $30 per session for all others. Prepayment package discounts available.
To sign up and for questions: 703-807-0037, or email Rachel at rtrope@wtmgmt.com
Free Yourself from Emotional and Binge Eating
Fridays 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
Weekly 60-minute group with psychologist Rachel Burnett, PhD
10-12 sessions (with possibility of more based on interest)
Supportive environment to help you identify and change eating and lifestyle challenges
Learn behavioral and cognitive skills to change your relationship with food
Sign up for all sessions or drop-in as convenient for you!
Fee: Free for active Comprehensive Program patients; $75 per session for all others. Prepayment package discounts available.
To sign up or for questions: 703-807-0037, or email Michelle at mvaughan@wtmgmt.com
Saturday, January 12, 2019
Washington Center Walks
Alternating Saturdays at 8:30 am
This week, Washington Center Walks is taking their workout indoors. Due to cold temperatures (the high on Saturday will only be 32 degrees), we will meet in the group room for an indoor workout. If you have never joined us for a group walk or indoor workout, this Saturday is a GREAT time to start.
What to expect:
5 minute warm up
20-30 minute circuit workout including body weight exercises focusing on cardiovascular and muscular endurance
5 minute cooldown stretch
The workout is appropriate for ALL fitness levels and can be easily modified to make it easier or harder as necessary. Exercises can be done seated or standing. Just like with the walk, you can participate in as much or as little of the workout as you would like.
What to wear:
Since we will be inside, I suggest wearing lite clothing that you are comfortable moving around in, and sneakers.
What to bring:
Yourself
A water bottle
A sweat towel if you would like
RSVP required! RSVP to Rachel at rtrope@wtmgmt.com
Fee: Free for ALL participants. You do not need to be a patient of the clinic to participate.
Saturday Scoop: Healthy Hearty Soups
Saturdays 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
60-minute group led by a different provider each week who will cover a different weight-management related topic such as exercise, adequate protein intake, or coping with emotions
Group discussion to follow
Get to cooking (and tasting) with Matthew D’Aria RD, PTA! Matthew will demonstrate how to make an easy, hearty and nutrient dense soup that will keep your warm and full all winter. Group discussion to follow.
Fee: Free for active Comprehensive Program patients; $35 per session for all others. Prepayment package discounts available.
To sign up or for questions:Call 703-807-0037, or email Michelle mvaughan@wtmgmt.com