Nutrition 101

What is a Lifestyle Weight Management Consultant/Specialist? A lifestyle weight management consultant/specialist is a certified professional from the American Council on Exercise, one of the nation’s leading fitness organizations. Lifestyle weight management consultants are trained to assess your health, nutrition and exercise habits, provide general nutritional guidance and develop an action plan to accomplish your goals. They work under the guidance of our Registered Dietitian and have assisted many members in accomplishing their weight loss goals. They can provide all of the nutrition services and participate in many of the weight management classes. How do I schedule a Lifestyle Weight Management counseling session? LWM appointments can be made on-line via the Reservations page on our web site. You may also call or stop by the Front Desk to schedule an appointment. The Reservation Desk phone number is 360-352-3400. What do I need to do to prepare for a Lifestyle Weight Management counseling session? You will be requested to complete a 2 day journal of the food you consume. A form may be picked up at the Front Desk area. Determine what nutrition goals you have and what expectations you have from your counseling sessions. Bring a list of questions that you may want to ask during your session. Where do I go for my Lifestyle Weight Management Appointment? For your first session, you will need to go to the Front Desk reception area to check in. You may discuss a different meeting area with your consultant for subsequent sessions How early should I arrive before my appointment? Arrive approximately 10-15 minutes before your training session to allow yourself enough time to park, check in and arrive at the Reservation Desk area. If you are going to be late, please contact the Front Desk, ASAP at 360-352-3400, to notify the consultant. Your consultant will meet with you for the time remaining in your scheduled session. What do I need to do when I must reschedule or cancel an appointment? Contact the Front Desk as soon as possible at 360-352-3400. Cancellations or appointment reschedules made with less than 24 hours notice may be subject to the regular session charge.