Racing Into 2014

In a previous post, we talked about the role mobile apps can play in a healthy lifestyle. Often we have goals we would ideally like to achieve, but despite our good intentions, not knowing where to begin can be discouraging. Dr. Shillingford’s bariatric surgery practice is committed to promoting an environment of support and overall wellness day in and day out. So much so, that our staff and doctors have been working on their own fitness goals for this 2014. One particularly exciting goal is to participate in local South Florida races that benefit the community and promote health awareness. This being said, we would like to introduce one more app that has facilitated their efforts in getting started.

C25K (Couch to 5K) FREE APP

Available on: iPhone, Android
Cost: Free

This free app is designed to help people who are new to running. Users progress from a sedentary fitness level to running for 30 consecutive minutes in 8 weeks. If that is not enough to motivate you to try it, we are told following the training plan is a breeze! An easy 3 days a week for 30-40 minutes (including a warm up and cool down) is all it takes.

What makes this plan effective is that it slowly eases you into running, without pushing you so hard that you give up altogether. Best part? It works while you listen to your own music! Weight loss surgery pre and post op patients can all benefit from a user friendly fitness program like the one C25K FREE offers. Happy New Year and best of luck with all of your 2014 goals!

Dr. Shillingford is a board certified surgeon who specializes in bariatric or weight loss surgery including the Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve), Gastric Bypass, and Lap-Band procedures. His patients come from across the state of Florida including Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the Palm Beaches. To learn more about Dr. Shillingford’s integrative weight loss surgeries and all-inclusive fees please call his office in Boca Raton, Florida at (561) 483-8840.