Change your health, Change your life: The Omada approach
A Q&A with inspired Omada user, Pam
More than 800 people have signed up for CU Health Plan – Prevent, powered by Omada, and many of them are finding that it’s created a dramatic impact on their lives. Pam is one of those people. She’s 42, lives in Denver and was able to meet her weight-loss goals after she joined. If you’re at risk for a chronic illness like type 2 diabetes, hypertension or heart disease, the program could help you save yourself from a lifetime of unnecessary medical issues.
We asked Pam about her experience with the program, and here’s what she said:
Imagine you’re talking to someone who is considering the Omada program but hasn’t quite been convinced. What would you say to them?
I knew I had to do something and this was just another option available. But once I got started with the Health Coach and my group, it just all came together. The lessons offered actually useful information in a non-demeaning way and focused on positive things to get us started and moving. And it worked! I had to put in the effort to get started and keep going the whole time, but the Omada program made the changes easier to get through with all their support and tools. The part I was the least sure about was the group interaction and it took me by surprise. Everyone participated and made it more interesting than just a class-type format.
What makes the Omada program different from other health programs?
I feel like Omada is really positive and realistic. They know some days will just not be that great for participants, but they encourage you to keep going and still make those small changes that add up over time. I never felt like I was “talked down to” or “looked down on” because of my weight struggles. It was totally supportive and encouraging, from my coach to the group members. And everyone made an effort to be real – talking about the good, the bad and the ugly!
Tell us about the moment you realized the Omada program was going to work for you.
It wasn’t one moment in particular, but I always had a positive feeling about the entire experience. The lessons were helpful, my coach was always encouraging, team members helped with good info, tips and just listening, plus I could see that there was real progress toward my weight goals when I put everything together.