Lifestyle Weight Management
Owensboro Health offers many resources to help you manage your weight.
Some of our offerings include:
- Nutrition
- Lifestyle Changes
- Fitness Programs
Nutrition Counseling
Take advantage of nutrition counseling and weight management services from Owensboro Health. Our team of registered dietitians is here to provide personalized nutrition guidance for yourself or a loved one of any age—including infants. Learn more about our nutrition counseling services.
LifeSteps® Weight Management Program
The focus of LifeSteps® is gradual behavior change – this is not a diet. Participants follow a personalized eating and physical activity plan over the program’s 16 weeks, incorporating small changes throughout the program. By learning the basics of nutrition and physical activity, you’ll be equipped to follow a custom plan for lifestyle change. Learn more about LifeSteps®
Metabolic Testing
Have you ever wondered how many calories you burn in a day? Do you know how many calories you should be eating each day for optimal weight loss? Each person has their own unique metabolism. Metabolic testing will determine your specific daily caloric needs, a key to successful weight management. Learn more about Body Stat™ Analysis.
Fitness Programs
Achieve better health by taking advantage of Owensboro Health’s Healthpark — Kentucky’s only facility certified by the Medical Fitness Association. At our 115,000-square-foot center, you’ll find everything you need to live longer and stronger in mind, body and spirit. Gain endurance, strength, and flexibility in a variety more than 100 group exercise classes per week at Healthpark. We have a class for all fitness levels.
Exercise is Medicine Program
If you have a documented health risk that would benefit from physical activity, take advantage of Exercise is Medicine®—an innovative, eight-week program at Owensboro Health’s Healthpark. Participants get a custom workout plan based on their needs. Learn more about Exercise is Medicine®
Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Members can take a fitness assessment upon joining the Healthpark. This includes a series of tests where we measure Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure, BMI, Body Composition, Strength and Endurance, and Flexibility. We’ll explain each test, how you did and how we can help you improve. We’ll discuss your goals and come up with an exercise program specifically for you. Learn more about the Fitness Assessment & Exercise Prescription.
How to Get Started
To speak with someone regarding weight management options please call us at 270-688-1500 to schedule your consultation.