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The last several months have been fairly busy ones here at OH and we are really excited
about this upcoming release. First, long overdue is the public release of OH Groups. You
will now be able to start and manage your own public groups. Second, is a major update
to Health Tracker....Activity! We are planning to release these new features on Wednesday evening, October 7, 2009.
OH Groups
Getting to OH Groups is easy. Just click on the Groups tab at the top of any page on ObesityHelp. OH Groups allows you to start and manage your own groups, you can find groups that suit your interests and find support groups in your area. |
If you are looking for an OH Group that focuses on a specific topic, you can browse groups by category. |
Activity
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To get to your Activity Tracker, click “My OH" at the top of any page on ObesityHelp, select “Health Tracker" on the left and then click the “Activity" tab. |
Understanding your total daily caloric expenditure requires more than just knowing how many calories you burned on the treadmill. In your Health Tracker settings area you are now able to estimate the caloric expenditure of your resting metabolic rate (RMR) and lifestyle. These estimates are integrated and displayed with the caloric expenditure of the activities you have logged. |
Your exercise log allows you to search for and add strength training exercises, cardiovascular exercises and general activities to your daily log. Caloric expenditure is auto calculated for a number of activities already included in our database of exercises. Pie charts display details about caloric expenditure and time for each type of activity. |
Sets can be added and subtracted from strength training exercises. Reps and weight used can be entered for each set. |
A number of details can be tracked for cardiovascular exercises and general activities. Some of these variables include, time, distance, calories burned, average heart rate, average power, altitude gained and average grade. |
If you can’t find the exercise or activity you have participated in, you can also add your own custom exercises. |
| Other updates include the ability to create list of your favorite exercises, reports have been updated to include a number of activity items, the nutrition search has been enhanced and we have managed to slip in a sweet macronutrient report under the “Reports" tab. If you have any questions, comments or concerns about the features in this release, please submit those here. If your are new to ObesityHelp or have not used ObesityHelp's Health Tracker before, you can learn about the first release here and the second release here. Need help using Health Tracker? Click here for help. Enjoy! |
Due to scheduled maintenance, all of our web services will be unavailable on Thursday, March 26th starting at 11:59PM PDT lasting for approximately one hour. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Exciting News for OH Members We are getting ready to launch a number of exciting updates to ObesityHelp! This release is scheduled for 10pm PST on December 15, 2008.  New Layout & Design The new look is cleaner, easier to navigate and provides quick access to the latest articles, video and community goals. Better Blogging My OH  New NavigationThe most prominent changes to the navigation include: - Faster access to your favorite ObesityHelp forums with the new forum drop-down. - Direct access to ObesityHelp's online Groups system where you can find the support groups of ObesityHelp trained leaders. Forum Updates Again, this release will take place at 10pm PST on If you experience any problems during the update, please leave your comments in the Tech Support Forum at http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/techsupport/. Thank you and we hope you enjoy the new look! Sincerely, |
When: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 7:00PM EST
Topics: Total Body Lift with Examples of Actual Cases (Photos Included), Q&A time with Dr. Hurwitz
Click the link to sign up for the webinar and your free book:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/840257470
For additional information on Dr. Dennis Hurwitz:
Online Content - Total Body Lift Surgery
ObesityHelp Profile - Dr. Dennis Hurwitz
Website - HurwitzCenter.com
You may also be familiar with The Hurwitz Center due to various media features such as The Today Show, Discovery Health, Inside Edition, The VIEW, and many other news affiliates around the world. Or perhaps you've been to one of the many ObesityHelp events that they have been a sponsor and speaker at.
Dr. Hurwitz is scheduled to speak at the following up-coming ObesityHelp events:
ObesityHelp is coming to Fairfax, VA Oct 6th!
Dr. Mitchel Krieger and Dr. Andrew Goldberg are our sponsors of this event. They will be speaking on topics such as:
They will be speaking on topics such as: -Mid and Lower Body Re-contouring After Weight Loss -Body lift and Thigh lift Surgery -Answers to common questions related to recovery after plastic surgery -Breast/Arms/Facial Rejuvenation After Weight Loss
Both surgeons will be providing private, one-on-one consultations during the conference. Registration for the spots are limited and will be available the morning of the conference.
We will also be having these special guest speakers: -Merle Cantor Goldberg LCSW -Jeremy Gentles, BS, CSCS -Inova Fair Oaks Hospital -Bariatric Surgeon Q&A -And others!
Visit the Fairfax Event page for full details and to get the latest information.
The event will be held at: Hyatt Fair Lakes 12777 Fair Lakes Circle Fairfax, VA http://fairlakes.hyatt.com/ 1 703 818 1234
We hope to see you there!
ObesityHelp is coming to San Diego on July 28th! Dubbed by many as "the only area in the U.S. with perfect weather," San Diego is the oldest port on the West Coast and the sixth-largest city in the nation. Long known as a naval base, the military—along with tourism—still dominates the economy. In addition to rolling mountains, beautiful deserts, and seventy miles of coastline featuring some of the world's best beaches, San Diego offers a wealth of attractions such as Sea World, Wild Animal Park, and the San Diego Zoo. Art lovers can choose from many fine museums or catch a Shakespearean play at the Old Globe Theater. With more championship golf courses than any other U.S. city—over 85—linksters will have no problem teeing off. The city also hosts the NFL's Chargers and Major League Baseball's Padres. Speakers / Topics Event Sponsor: J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS - "Plastic Surgery After Weight-Loss"
Dr. J. Timothy Katzen addresses the fundamental concerns that come with massive weight loss. Studies show that in the first two years following successful bariatric surgery, a patient will lose an average of two-thirds to three-quarters of their excess weight. Oftentimes, when a patient loses such a substantial amount of weight in a short period of time, the outer skin doesn't retain the elastic qualities needed to "shrink back down" to the body's new shape. This can leave patients with excessive amounts of hanging skin that create problems, such as daily hygiene and finding the right clothing. Dr. Katzen has made post-bariatric plastic surgery an integral part of his practice. By performing one or more body-sculpting procedures, Dr. Katzen removes these excess folds of skin, revealing a new shape that was once hidden. He will discuss the various procedures that can reshape and tighten the skin in many areas of the body, including the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, legs, arms, breasts and face.
Dr. Katzen will be giving FREE onsite consultations.
Speaker: Seth Margolies -"Being The Best You Can Be After Surgery"
Seth had gastric bypass surgery in September 2003 after struggling with his weight for many years. When he topped out at 406 pounds, he realized his life would be cut short unless he made some drastic changes to improve his health and well being. After having surgery, Seth lost over one hundred pounds in one hundred days and in ten months dropped over hundred and ninety pounds and went from a size fifty-eight pants to a thirty-three.
Hear his inspirational story from being barely able to walk, to biking across the country! Seth biked 3,219 miles across the country in 54 days to promote a healthy lifestyle during his “Get Fit America” ride.
"I have dedicated the last nine months to fighting my own obesity and I promise that whatever months I have left on this planet I will continue fighting my disease but also help others fight theirs. I make myself available to anyone and everyone who has questions about this topic. I am not an expert, just a schmuck from Long Island who has been through it and has a unique and valid perspective on the topic. I hope in the coming months to continue writing and let you know of my trials and tribulations." Speaker Kathy Nickerson, PhD - "Helping Your Relationships Thrive Before, During, And After WLS"
Almost all of your close relationships will change substantially as dramatic weight loss occurs. While your weight loss will affect all relationships, your marriage or partnership is likely to change the most. You and your partner can prepare for the change and have an even better relationship as a result! One thing seems to be true of how most marriages change with WLS: the surgery intensifies the state of the relationship. If your marriage is a strong one, it is likely to stay strong – as long as you prepare, talk openly and honestly about your wants, needs, and expectations of the relationship. As you change, your relationship needs to adapt – the secrets to a strong and loving relationship are talking and listening. Join us to hear Dr. Kathy Nickerson as she shares the secrets to keeping your relationship healthy and strong before, during, and after WLS.
Dr. Kathy Nickerson is an expert counselor who helps couples and families improve and strengthen their relationships.
Kathy is an accomplished writer with a passion for teaching people how to live their best lives. Most recently, Kathy's work has been featured in the LA Times, OC Register, Parenting Magazine, DAWN Magazine, and Bariatrics Today. Her first book, Speaking Up: How to Help Children who Live in Abusive Homes, is used in classrooms throughout the country to teach professionals how to recognize and report child abuse. Her next book, Be Your Own Shrink: 10 Key Strategies to Keep You Happy and Healthy, will be released later this year.
As a highly qualified and dynamic public speaker who enjoys sharing her knowledge with others, Kathy has spoken at over 150 local and national conferences. These conferences include the Family Violence Conference,the Sexual Assault Institute's International Family Violence Conference, and the Violence in the World of our Youth Conference. Kathy's dynamic and vibrant style makes her a favorite with local television programs and national call-in radio shows, including KFI, KOCE, WNYC, and WBGO.
Many of her Kathy's materials, including audio recordings of the how-to questions she is most frequently asked, are available at no cost on her website: www.DrKathyNickerson.com.
Kathy would love to hear from you and she may be reached at 949.222.6688 or via email to [email protected]. Speaker Joanna R. Fee, CPT - "Tuesday Is Not Cheesecake Day - Tips & Strategies To Lose Weight And Keep It Off"
In this humorous and motivational discussion, Joanna will share practical strategies with you to help you reach and maintain your weight loss goals, including:
-Tuesday is not cheesecake day - save special foods for special occasions -Living in the foreign land of Skinnyville - it's going to feel foreign until it feels comfortable -Vacuuming is exercise - everyday tasks can add up to a lot of healthy exercise -M&Ms are not Xanax - managing your moods without food -No one is born a "Tofu kind of person" - be open to changing your diet and trying new things
Joanna Fee is an expert counselor who teaches people how to lose weight and keep it off - without feeling deprived! After struggling with being heavy her whole life, Joanna lost 75 pounds and gained a new outlook on life. Her experience led her to become a health and wellness coach, as well as a certified personal trainer, where she mastered the skills and tools needed to lead a healthy and balanced life. She now enjoys sharing these practices with others in her private practice and on her website: www.everydayweightloss.com.
Event Information Date: July 28th Time: 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. Location: Doubletree Hotel San Diego/Del Mar 11915 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 1-858-481-5900 Click here for details
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