N-Lighten Nebraska

The Wellness Team would like to extend an invitation for all MPCC employees to take advantage of N-Lighten Nebraska.  WOW members qualify for up to ˝ the cost of registration!  Please read on…

What is N-Lighten Nebraska?

N-Lighten Nebraska is a team wellness program conducted by the Nebraska Sports Council. This three-month endeavor (February 1-May 1) encourages Nebraskans to develop sustainable healthy physical activity and eating habits. The unique team format encourages teammates to work together toward the common goal of living healthier lives.

Why N-Lighten Nebraska?

We can prevent or control many diseases by making modest and attainable improvements in our level of activity and the food we eat.  It is scientifically proven that moderate physical activity and eating fruits and vegetables can substantially reduce the risk of developing diseases such as heart disease, colon cancer, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity.

Recognized Achievements:

Weight Loss – Each member of the team submits an "honor" weight online or to the team captain.  (Please note:  weights are NOT made public!)  Captains total the team weight, complete the team entry form and submit it. "Honor" weigh-ins will be repeated in March (midway point) and May (final). Winning teams are those that lose the highest percentage of weight over the three-month program.

Accumulated Activity – Teams track miles based on activity performed (see the Activity Tracker). Winning teams are those that average the most points per person over the three-month program. Captains may report total team points or team members may report their individual points online.  (Accumulated activity means the amount of physical activity you get each day. You will use the activity tracker to calculate your accumulated activity, which could include activities such as gardening, cleaning the house, running, walking, etc.)

You have the option of entering the weight loss category, the accumulated activity category, or both.

Create Your Own Team!

Nebraskans are encouraged to form teams of 2 to 10 people and get N-Lightened!  Anyone can become a team captain!  As a team captain, you are responsible for putting your team together and entering your registration online at N-LightenNebraska.com.

č  Teams involved in the weight loss category must submit the teams total “honor” weight as of February 1, 2008.  (Team weight will be asked for again at the mid-point and at the completion of the program.)

č  Teams involved in the accumulated activity category will turn in their total team points as often as they choose.

What does the winning team receive?

The top-three winning teams in both the accumulative activity and weight loss categories will receive medals. Other prizes include:
    * 500 FREE Runza chicken salads
    * Buy one get one FREE coupons from Subway
    * Prizes from Arby's
    * Gift certificates and other prizes from the Nebraska Beef Council
    * Gift certificates and other prizes from the Nebraska Pork Producers
    * Four $50 gift cards from the Moose's Tooth
    * 200 $10 Gift Certificates from Body Basics
    * 1 FREE bike from Cycle Works
    * 10 FREE bikes from Subway and Bike Pedalers
    * Plus more....

Entry Fee :

Entry fee is $20 per person or $15 per person for online entries.  Anybody can sign up!

WOW members qualify for reimbursement for ˝ the cost of online registration ($7.50)! - (reimbursement form)  For more information on becoming a member, please e-mail wellnessteam@mpcc.edu.

Your entry fee includes:
    * A training t-shirt
    * FREE shipping of your team box
    * Weekly activity and nutrition tips
    * FREE entry into the 2008 CSG Volkswalk ($13 value)
    * FREE Captain's Gift

Register Now!

Go to N-LightenNebraska.com and click on Don’t wait, register your team today!

If you have questions, please contact Lana Stewart at stewartl@mpcc.edu.

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Working on Wellness Last Update: 01/25/2008
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