Lighten Up

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What you need to know

Lighten up in 2020 with this Virgin Pulse weight loss challenge! Losing weight doesn’t have to be overwhelming – whether you want to just lose a few holiday pounds or begin a weight loss journey, this program provides all the information, resources, and support you need to get started.

The enrollment period is Jan. 6 – Jan. 26.

The challenge runs Jan. 27 – March 27.

Enroll in the Lighten Up Challenge

How the Challenge Works

This is an eight-week weight loss challenge, where you will track your weight at the beginning of the program and after the program ends. You must also attend the five-part Lighten Up class series either in person or via Skype and update your steps on Virgin Pulse each week.

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Your Challenge Checklist

Your first step is to weigh in at any Virgin Pulse kiosk by Jan. 26.

For your convenience, we are hosting the following weigh-ins:

New Mexico: 

  • Wednesday, Jan. 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Kickoff Event at Steve Schiff Lobby

California: 

  • Tuesday, Jan. 21, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925
  • Wednesday, Jan. 22, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925
  • Thursday, Jan. 23, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925

Spouses and remote employees without access to a Virgin Pulse kiosk can email their pre-weights to the program coordinator. Contact HR Solutions for the coordinator’s email address. 

Attend the five-part Lighten Up class series in person (New Mexico only) or via Skype. Enrollment is required for in-person attendance. Search the events calendar for class details. 

  • Feb. 5: Manifesting Habits
  • Feb. 12: Nutrition Habits
  • Feb. 19: Movement Habits
  • Feb. 26: Wellness Habits
  • March 4: Habit Reassessment

Upload your steps weekly to Virgin Pulse. 

Upload your steps and weigh out at any Virgin Pulse kiosk by March 29.

For your convenience, we are hosting the following weigh-outs:

New Mexico:

  • Tuesday, March 24, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thunderbird Café
  • Wednesday, March 25, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., IPOC
  • Thursday, March 26, 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Bldg. 832 near room 80

California:

  • Tuesday, March 24, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925
  • Wednesday, March 25, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925
  • Thursday, March 26, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Bldg. 925

Spouses and remote employees without access to a Virgin Pulse kiosk can email their post-weights the program coordinator. Contact HR Solutions for the coordinator’s email address. 

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Resources and Supporting Activities

  • Fitness classes  – Our staff of certified exercise professionals offer a variety of onsite group fitness classes. To participate, you must complete the PAR-Q form.
  • Fitness facilities  – Fitness facilities are open to the entire workforce and offer a variety of cardio and resistance training equipment, perfect for morning, lunchtime, or after-work exercise sessions. To use the facilities, you must complete the PAR-Q form, and in New Mexico, you must also schedule a gym orientation. Call 505-844-2437 to schedule your orientation.
  • Energy Hubs  – Our Energy Hub locations are spaces for mindfulness, meditation, stretching, and movement that can help you recharge, restore, and renew your mind and body for increased productivity, health, and safety.
  • Virgin Pulse kiosks  – Weigh in, check blood pressure and BMI, upload steps
  • Monthly Mile (first Tuesday of every month)
  • Request an appointment with a fitness professional and/or a nutritionist at 505-844-2437.

  • Boosting Metabolism Through Exercise and Nutrition (video)
  • Mindful Eating (video)
  • Food Relations (video)
  • Making Exercise Fun Again (video)
  • Movement Manifesto (video)
  • Goal Resetting for Success (video)
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Earn Virgin Pulse points

  • Receive 500 Virgin Pulse points for attending events by video or Skype
  • Receive 1,000 Virgin Pulse points for attending an appointment or live class

Contact Employee Health Services

Preventive Health Services (New Mexico)
505-284-4700, Option 1 (phone lines open at 7 a.m.)
MO307 (behind Buildings 831 and 832)
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday

Preventive Health Services (California)
925-294-3500
Building 925 and MO32/Life Design Center
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday

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Ready to take action?

It’s easy to sign up and complete this Health Action Plan.

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Quick Tip

Each week, you will receive an email with tips and bonus activities related to this Health Action Plan. Get the most out of this challenge by reviewing your tips and trying out the suggested activities.