I got a phone last week from our internal Wellness folks at the office. These are the people who run our program for employees that encourages "wellness." And, if employees participate in all the requirements, then their premiums are much lower. So, at the office... it's often refered to as "forced wellness" or "forced fitness".
In addition to the quarterly weigh-ins and seminars, they also have an annual weight loss challenge. It recognizes the employees who have lost the most weight over the course of the year. Apparently, I'm in the top 5. And, they called to verify if I was wanting to be included in that.I think you're suppose to have signed up at the beginning of the year and they couldn't find a form for me. After a brief hesitation, I said, "Sure.... I usually sign up each year. Count me in."
At first, I thought maybe I didn't want the visibility. It's embarrassing to be highlighted for having been fat. Then I thought... why not? Besides, EVERYONE seems to know I've lost. You can obviously tell. And, just about every member of our Senior Management team has said something to me. In fact, three of them said something yesterday. So, why not? They're going to wonder why my name isn't on there and now I'm eligible for some "stuff"! I think last year the top person received a $500 gift card and the other high losers also received goodies. (I know I'm not the top person since there is someone in the company who lost 100+ pounds over the last 15 months).
Anyway, it's good to be on top... especially if gifts come along with that. :)
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