I can honestly say that my success is primarily thanks to the support of Get Healthy Now, and especially the wellness coaching program. It has given me the mental support and encouragement I’ve needed, which has boosted my confidence throughout this past year tremendously!
- Amy F.
Thomas Edision, Assistant Professor, Department of Classical and Modern Languages (CML)
Meet Thomas Edison, a three year UofL faculty member, who loves singing karaoke, fishing, writing, traveling and gardening when he is not teaching Spanish.
In the last six months, Thomas has ended his one-pack-a-day cigarette addiction; while also going down two pant sizes. He has been able to become healthier by improving his eating habits and even discovering new ways to eat, like adding carrots as a snack. He plans to continue losing inches and, ultimately, reach his Bucket List goal of achieving a six-pack stomach!
Visiting the GHN Wellness Center has helped Thomas stay motivated on his fitness journey. “Feeling part of a community where all the staff is there to support me in becoming healthier, I feel like the atmosphere is very relaxing and the locker room is clean and bright,” he said. He has also been able to confide in his friend and neighbor as additional support. “We try to go to the gym together and attend the same Piyo/Yoga classes. I love hearing her stories about making the world more environmentally conscious.”
Thomas’ favorite Get Healthy Now offerings are the classes and resistance machines. Eventually, he plans on entering a cooking competition or dance Cumbia in Columbia, but until then, keep working hard and inspiring others!
