AMH To Hold 'Biggest And Best Loser' Contest

On January 9, 2017, our next ‘Biggest and Best Loser’ Contest begins here at Antelope Memorial Hospital,” said Katie Fick, AMH Wellness Assistant. 

“This contest provides participants with the motivation, accountability and support they need as they begin their weight loss journey. Weight loss is part of many New Year’s resolutions and the Biggest and Best Loser Contest is a great way to get that resolution off to a good start! Natalie McKillip and I are both excited to help the people in our communities succeed in their health and wellness goals.”  

Last year’s winner of the men’s division was Gail Knust of Neligh. The contest gave me a great incentive to lose weight, said Gail. It was very rewarding to reach my goal ‒ I would definitely recommend this program to others.  

The contest has three categories for men, women and teams. It runs for 11 weeks from January 9 - March 24. For early registration (by January 6), the cost is $30 for individuals and $100 for teams of four. After January 6, costs are $40 and $120, respectively. The entry fee includes a t-shirt, weekly weigh-ins (on Tuesdays and Thursdays), use of the AMH Wellness Center and the S.T.A.C. (Strength Training and Cardio) fitness class. Plus ‒ new this year are two presentations about health and nutrition, given by Brad Averill, UNL Extension Educator.  Cash prizes will be awarded to the overall first-place winner of each category. 

The S.T.A.C class is taught by Katie. It will be held on Mondays at 6 – 7 a.m. and Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the AMH Wellness Center from Monday, January 16 - Wednesday, March 15. S.T.A.C incorporates a variety of exercises to improve strength and cardiovascular endurance. Individuals of all ages are encouraged to attend S.T.A.C, regardless of fitness level.

Individuals who are not contest participants may become members of the AMH Wellness Room for $20/month for individuals under age 55 and $17 for those 55 and older. Regular hours are: M ‒ Th: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and F: 7:30 – 4 p.m. (Hours may vary.)
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Please call 402.887.6204 for more information or to register for AMH’s “Biggest and Best Loser” Contest or wellness program. On-line registration forms for the contest may also be obtained from www.amhne.org and mailed to AMH Wellness, PO Box 229, Neligh, NE  68756.