Make 2020 your healthiest year

The 2020 A Healthier Weigh challenge is set to begin in seven northeast Colorado counties in early January.

The AHW challenge encourages increasing activity, making wise food choices and living a healthier lifestyle in 2020. The annual 12-week health and fitness challenge will take on a theme of “Make 2020 Your Healthiest Year!”

Participants in previous years have lost an average of 3% to 5% of their beginning weight during the 12 weeks, and up to 6% of their beginning waist circumference. Since the program promotes overall health and fitness and not just weight loss, weekly weigh-ins are not required.  

The program is open to adults, 18 years of age and older. Teams consist of four adults, couples or individuals. The primary focus of the program is based on a team competition. This team format provides for more accountability and support for participants. However, most counties are allowing for individuals and couples to also participate in the program.  

The full article is available in our e-Edition. Click here to subscribe.