Wellness Programs
At Tanger Be Well we try to provide a variety of ways for BIDMC’s employees to
maintain a healthy lifestyle. We do this by providing a fitness facility, access
to exercise physiologists, health educators and dieticians, educational series
and seminars, and much more.
Educational Seminars
Our educational series are generally between 4-6 weeks with meetings one time per week most often at noon. They cost between $100-$200 and include a 6-week membership to Tanger Be Well (a $70 value). Registration and payment is due prior to the first class. We require at least 6 participants to keep the class running.
EAT WELL
This innovative 6-week weight management program is led by registered dietitians and exercise physiologists from Tanger Be Well. The program combines nutrition and education in effort to provide effective tools for lifelong weight management.
What does the program include?
- Measurements
- Body Mass Index
- Body fat percentage
- Blood pressure
- Waist to hip ratio
- Individualized meal plan and exercise program
- Weekly weigh-ins
- A detailed take home manual
- A healthy snack of the week learning about the psychology
What topics will be discussed?
- Setting realistic goals
- Keeping an accurate food diary
- Controlling portion sizes
- Making sense of fad diets
- Setting up a personal exercise program
- Exercising safely
For more information contact Carine Corsaro at ccorsaro@bidmc.harvard.edu or by calling 617-667-4695
PRESSURE POINT!
This is a comprehensive stress management and prevention series is led by health educators and exercise physiologists from Tanger Be Well. The program seeks to identify the reason for stress and begin treating it from a personal perspective. Participants will walk away with effective strategies to manage and even prevent stress.
What topics will be discussed?
- Identifying and Understanding origin of stress
- Workplace Stress
- Media Impact on stress
- Setting goals
- Time management
- Work and Family Balance
- Stress and its’ relation to food and exercise
- Parenting Topics
For more information about wellness classes including Pressure Point contact Michelle George at mgeorge4@bidmc.harvard.edu or call 617-667-4695
GOING FORWARD
Going Forward is an innovative program that is specifically designed for cancer survivors. Our program provides participants with the tools necessary to successfully implement a nutrition, exercise and stress management program to improve overall health. Going Forward is led by a registered dietitian and exercise physiologists who will present the most up-to-date scientifically based information, as well as tackle lifestyle and behavioral changes important for cancer survivors.
What does the program include?
- Weekly meetings
- Measurements
- Individualized meal plan and exercise program
- Weekly weigh-ins
- A detailed take home manual
- FREE access to Be Well facility
What topics will be discussed?
- Importance of weight management for cancer survivors
- Facts on fat and soy products
- Choosing where to shop and what to buy
- Exercising safely after treatment
- Dealing with stress and developing time management skills
- Vitamins, minerals and herbs
- Lowering sodium intake
- Personal achievements and lifelong recovery
Do you want more information?
Contact Marlene DaCosta at mdacost2@bidmc.harvard.edu or call (66)7-4695 and she will be happy to answer your questions.
PROSTATE CANCER WELLNESS PROGRAM
Prostate Cancer Wellness Program is an innovative program that is specifically designed for prostate cancer survivors. Our program provides participants with the tools necessary to successfully implement a nutrition, exercise and stress management program to improve overall health. The program is led by a registered dietitian and exercise physiologists who will present the most up-to-date scientifically based information, as well as tackle lifestyle and behavioral changes important for prostate cancer survivors.
What does the program include?
- Weekly meetings
- Measurements
- Individualized meal plan and exercise program
- Weekly weigh-ins
- A detailed take home manual
- FREE access to Be Well facility
What topics will be discussed?
- Components of exercise: warm-up, cardiovascular, strength training, and flexibility
- Facts on whey and soy products
- Understanding food labels
- Exercising safely after treatment
- Dealing with stress and developing time management skills
- Improving core strength
- Steps towards positive change
- Personal achievements and lifelong recovery
Do you want more information?
Contact Rick DiScipio at rdiscipi@bidmc.harvard.edu or call (66)7-4695 and he will be happy to answer your questions.
HEALTHY PREGNANCY
These drop-in sessions are one hour on various days throughout the year. We talk about healthy eating, exercising, stress, and overall coping with pregnancy. This program is taught by a parent educator and is provided to any employee/patient for a small fee. All participants will be given a folder with information, activities, and resources. Keep your eye on the portal for upcoming dates and topics.
LUNCH & LEARN'S
These are one hour workshops that are held at lunch time for all employees. They are free and we encourage you to bring your lunch and a friend. Topics vary and they are led by exercise physiologists, health educators, doctors, dieticians, etc. Some of the titles include:
- Working in Your Workout
- Powerful You
- Active Aging
- Improving Flexibility
- Fitness 101
- Shoulder Injury Prevention
- Breast Care
- Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Core Training
- Parenting Teens
- Back Injury Prevention
- Stay Active Stay Strong
- Stress Management and Prevention
- Family and Parenting
- Media Impact on Stress
- Holiday Stress
- Tax Saving Ways
- Elder and Child Care
- Active Adults
And MUCH MORE!
SCREENINGS
We also provide screenings to employees periodically throughout the years. Below are some of the screenings that we typically have:
- Blood Pressure
- Cholesterol
- Bone Density
- Vision
- Flexibility
- Body Fat
- BMI (Body Mass Index)
