Success Stories | Testimonials

incentaHEALTH: One Year Later:
One year ago, more than 600 Lansing associates registered for the incentaHEALTH program and began receiving weekly e-mails consisting of fitness schedules, meal plans and other healthy tips. Since then, those associates have lost more than a combined 4,000 pounds and reduced their body mass indexes (BMIs) by more than 6 percent on average. Jackson recently launched the program in Denver and has had more than 100 associates sign up.

“If you think you won’t succeed, just try it. It’s easy!” said Senior Payroll Specialist Linda Cramer.

The incentaHEALTH program is designed to be an easy, fun way to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Healthy

eating focuses on portion control, eating five or six small meals each day and making sure each meal is balanced with protein, carbohydrates and vegetables. The fitness portion focuses on cardio workouts and strength training, with three levels of fitness. The fitness routines are easy to follow whether the participant is a beginner or a lifelong athlete and would like to exercise at home or the gym.

Cramer was originally hesitant to join the program when a friend suggested it, but now tells anyone who will listen how great it is. She had not been thinking about losing weight or been on a diet before she started the program. However, Cramer was happy when the pounds quickly started dropping off.

“I still remember the first time I went down to the Dining Center and someone asked me if I had lost weight. I was excited about it all day,” said Cramer who still looks at her “before” picture quite often as motivation.

She insists the secret to her success is going for a walk every day at lunch and using portion control when she eats. Cramer notes it is important to take small steps and to keep building on the lessons learned through incentaHEALTH. Her favorite part of the program is the daily e-mails because seeing an inspirational quote and new recipes each day reminds her to keep on track.

In addition to receiving daily e-mails, participants are encouraged to visit the HEALTHspot kiosk at the office. There, they are able to weigh in and calculate their body mass index at least every 13 weeks or as often as they like. In Denver, associates are also able to have their blood pressure measured. Forty-five percent of the Lansing associates who registered for the program one year ago are still participating in regular weigh-ins, which is above average for most companies using the program.

“We love that the incentaHEALTH program has proven to be an effective and easy way to help associates lose weight,” said Human Resources SVP Steve Hrapkiewicz. “But, it’s not just about the weight. This program shows associates how to live a healthier lifestyle, gaining energy and confidence along the way.”

What Other Program Participants Are Saying:

"This is amazing! My LDL's have never been this low and my HDL's have never been this high. The doctor said I could go off my cholesterol medicine and since my blood sugar is normalizing, I am down to half the insulin I was taking before I started your program. I've already lost 10 pounds! Thank you, it's working so well for me."

"I just wanted to thank you for all your help during the program and the continued support with your emails until the end of the year."

"This has been wonderful. Although I still have weight to lose, I feel so much better; and I think the program is great. It is really motivating."

"Thank you for all your information and encouragement. We have all really, really enjoyed this program."

"I appreciate your daily emails so much that I have saved them all in a file here at work and at home. I found it very helpful reading your advice, stories, and the daily quotes."

"I have truly learned a new way of life from this program. When I first started the program there was a quote that said,"Nothing tastes as good as thin feels." This is, has been, and will continue to be my theme song. Thank you for the program and all your efforts on our part."

"I really appreciate your patience and the time that you gave me. Because of your concern, I feel more inspired to put more of my effort and time into the program. Thanks again."

"When I started this program in March of 2007, my triglyceride count was really high at 381. Last week I tested at 164. Still a little high, but the lowest that it's been in my life and pretty good with my family history of cholesterol-related issues."

"[The program] is a great way to improve the health of all people. Not only it does it reach the employees; it also extends to their families and friends too. You are helping us to discover the willpower that will bring out our beautiful beings to blossom."

"Thanks for all of the support that the program offers and the constant reminders and incentives that keep us on track to meeting those health and weight goals!"

"I would highly recommend this program to everyone. The program provided me with some great insight, very good ideas and, at times, motivated me to make some changes in eating habits."

"Thank you for the support. I'm determined to be happier, healthier, and all around fit. I think this is a fabulous program, and it's the first one I've been able to stick to. The entire program as a whole from physical, to food, and trainers is such a complete package. Thank you for helping us change our lives and our families lives."

"I learned a lot. I have adjusted my eating to eat smaller meals during the day. I used to be of the mindset that eating between meals was a no-no. I have learned quite a bit. Your program is a good one. I'm glad to have been a part of it."

"Thanks....everything is going well. Love the program, and so far am having no problems sticking to my original goals. Just letting it come off slowly, but hopefully permanently!"

"Thank you. I worked really hard. I am not going back to my old weight. I was miserable. This program is an awesome way to encourage healthy lifestyle. My husband has lost about 30 lbs working out and eating healthy with me. I know he is another reason why I had a good success. I am excited about the next quarter..."

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