by kelsey | Nov 28, 2012 | Etc.
Well it’s difficult to write this, but Dr. Dan and I have a case of writer’s block and we need your help!! We use this blog to educate and inform our patients and STRIVE participants about diet and exercise topics you want to learn more about. Please helps us overcome writer’s blog and tell us what you want to learn more about! It can be anything related to health, wellness, diet, and exercise…we want to hear from you! You can email us at strive2survive@brownclinic.org, comment on the blog or Facebook, or call us! This is your opportunity to get free advice from experts in the field and learn more about ways to improve your wellness!
We look forward to hearing from you!!
-Kelsey & Dr. Dan
by kelsey | Nov 27, 2012 | Etc.
Even though we are in the middle of the holiday season, we are already planning for the New Year with our Winter STRIVE 2 Survive program planned to kick off on January 8th. The results are still coming in for our fall session and so far we have seen incredible improvements in weight, cholesterol, blood sugars, blood pressure, and overall health! The common feedback we are getting is that STRIVE 2 Survive has really helped them learn how to make healthy choices and implement the education gained into their everyday lives. In addition, Dr. Dan has helped inspire them all to be more active. Even though it’s a month away, we encourage you to consider making plans to start the New Year in a great way by putting YOU and your HEALTH first by signing up for STRIVE 2 Survive! I encourage you to check out the dates of the lectures in our “calendar” tab and contact me if you have any questions or desire additional information. We are looking forward to another great group of people as we work together to STRIVE 2 Survive!
-Kelsey
strive2survive@brownclinic.org
884-4226
by kelsey | Sep 18, 2012 | Etc.
Today is always an enjoyable day for us as we get to spend part of it with the Seniors in the area at the Senior Seminar! The Senior Seminar is a great event held every year at the Codington County Extension Complex from 11:30am-3:30pm. There are a variety of booths and speakers for the Seniors to check out and learn from. We will be providing an osteoporosis scan and have information on nutrition and health recommendations for the Seniors. Deidra Van Gilder, PharmD and myself will be present to answer any pharmacy or nutrition questions. If you have some free time today, be sure to come visit us!
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Sep 11, 2012 | Etc., Wellness/Health
Eleven years ago today, I was a junior at WHS sitting in my pyschology class. It started as a regular Tuesday during KIYI week which is always full of fun and excitement. My parents were gone to New York City with another couple who we showed horses with from Illinois. The men were taking in a medical conference and the women went along for shopping, socializing, and fun. A good family friend was staying with me since my brothers were at college and mom and dad were going to be gone most of the week. The night before I had spoken to them on the phone from the top of the Empire State Building. They were excited to go visit the World Trade Center the next morning and take in some sight seeing before attending the afternoon conference.
The morning of 9/11 is one I will never forget, as I’m sure the rest you will not either. As I sat in class at WHS and watched the horror and destruction on TV, I couldn’t help but wonder if my parents and our good family friends had gone to the WTC that morning and if they were ok. I sat with my classmate’s and the anxiety and nervousness increased as time went on….until the phone range directly into the classroom and our teacher told me it was for me. Bonnie, from the clinic was on the other line….not my parents! Well thankfully, Bonnie told me that due to the extreme busy phone lines, my Dad was only able to get a call into the clinic to let us know they were ok. Bonnie was calling the three of us kids and my parents’ parents to let everyone know they were ok. After we talked the night before, the men made a quick decision to stay at the conference in the morning and sight-see in the afternoon as the material in the morning was more applicable to them. ….Well that one decision most likely saved their lives as they would have been at the WTC that morning of 9/11. They were staying a few miles from the WTC and saw, heard, and smelled the destruction, however they were safe and sound in their hotel. They eventually had to rent a car and drive home from NYC as that was their only means of transportation due to the airlines and trains being shut down.
I know everyone has their own story and memory of 9/11, but every year, I can’t help but be very thankful and count my blessings to still have my parents with me and have our whole family intact. This story isn’t exactly nutrition related, however it is related to wellness as it’s important to have faith and purpose in our lives. We often get bombarded with thoughts of dieting and exercise, but in order to obtain true wellness, we need to think about the big picture and how each facet affects you…which does include, faith, family, friends, and purpose in life. Make the most of each day as you don’t know when it will be your last and make sure you tell your loved ones you care about them. It’s a day to take time to thank our service members and appreciate our freedom. And, as you examine your goals, be sure to think about your purpose and what is driving you to be healthy. For many of us, it’s our family …and today I have a lot to be thankful for!
These pictures are from my wedding 2 years ago (thanks to Kari Mertz Photography!). We now have two more little ones in the family, but I am blessed to have them all and today, I will be counting my blessings!
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Sep 4, 2012 | Etc.
Today is the unofficial start of fall and I couldn’t be more excited to start it off in an exciting way with kicking off our fall session of STRIVE 2 Survive. We have a great group signed up and we look forward to working with everyone! STRIVE 2 Survive is an overall wellness program that really focuses on disease prevention and helping you achieve a healthy body and promote longevity. We know there will always be bumps along the road thus it’s our goal to give you the tools you need to live healthy and work through those challenging times. There are many ways to get that quick fix for weight loss, however we’re really focused on promoting life long improvements through lifestyle changes. Weight loss, cholesterol improvement, glucose improvement, blood sugar improvement, activity improvement and improvement in overall wellness have been seen in our participants (see our results and feedback page for more details!). Our team offers a variety of experts in their specialized area to provide the Watertown area with a top notch team. We do still have some room, so if you’re interested, be sure to contact us today to learn more and get signed up!
Our first lecture starts tonight at 5:30pm at the County Fair Banquet Hall….hope to see you there!
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Aug 29, 2012 | Etc.
Fall STRIVE 2 Survive starts in a little less than a week and we couldn’t be more excited to kick off our fall in a great way! STRIVE 2 Survive, Brown Clinic’s health and wellness program is a 12 week program where we meet 6 out of the 12 weeks (see calendar for dates). The other 6 weeks you will get a take home lesson, thus each week you will be provided with education, nutrition therapy, etc in our two main components: diet and exercise. In addition to weekly education, therapy, and coaching, we include lab work and body composition testing at the beginning and end of the program. It’s a great program for people wanting to improve their health in efforts to live a long and healthy life! Our list is filling up, but there is still a little room left! If you’re interested or would like to learn more, contact us today at 884-4226 or email us at strive2survive@brownclinic.org.
-Kelsey
