Coaching Examples

Phone coaching is available through Medica

Many topics are available from which to choose. If you would like coaching on a topic that is not listed below, select one of the topics offered and then work with the coach to tailor for your needs.Click on “Learn More” from your My Health Rewards homepage under the “Find a coaching partner that’s right for you.”

Click on “scheduling an appointment”

Next locate the coaching topic you are most interested in talking with a Coach about. You can sort by the various topics on the left hand side.

 

Then Choose a Date. Select one that is available.

 

Next Choose a Time, that works with your schedule. Please remember you’ve committed to this appointment date/time.

 

Confirm all of the details, and make sure there is a phone number in the Preferred Phone number area. You can update your preferred phone number in your profile. Or select other and enter a different phone number for them to reach you at.

Coaching Topics and Examples

Physical Activity
  • I used to play sports, now I have a desk job. I want to build my strength again.
  • My doctor told me I should probably walk more, maybe even start running. How can I get going?
  • I am an experienced exerciser but I need accountability, and maybe some new ideas for challenging myself.
  • It would help to talk through a plan to train for a 5K.
Nutrition
  • My family is always on the run. How can I plan around food choices for our busy lives?
  • What should my kids be eating?
  • How can I make over meals to fit in more fruits and vegetables?
  • I just want a more balanced diet, but I don’t know where to start.
  • I know what I need to eat, but I want accountability with it.
  • My life is so busy, what can I do to fit health eating in?
  • The kids are out of the house, it’s hard to get motivated to cook. What are some shortcuts?
  • As part of my training for sports events, I want some feedback on how to fuel my body.
Family Health
  • I want to make sure my kids stay health and don’t have weight issues. How do I do that?
  • How can I create a healthy environment at home?
  • What can I do to help my family eat better and move more?
  • My family is sedentary, how can I make a change for the better? Where do I start?
  • How can I get my kids to eat more fruits and vegetables?
  • I’m worried about how much time my family spends on the computer, phones, and watching TV. Can you help?
Sleep
  • I work shifts and need ideas on how to improve my sleep?
  • What should I do at home to ensure I get enough sleep?
  • I want to talk through my sleep issues and get ideas on how to manage them.
  • What does research say about sleep challenges? Do I get enough?
Tobacco Cessation
  • I know I should quit, and I might not be ready, but I want to talk with someone about it who has experience with the subject.
  • What are some ideas to help my motivation to quit.
  • I use e-cigs. Are those ok? Should I quit? Where do I start?
  • I have a plan to quit, but want to talk through challenges and have someone hold me accountable.
  • What should I expect as I attempt to quit again? How can this time be different?
  • I want to talk about quit aids and medication with someone who knows how they work.
Weight management
  • I want accountability with staying on track with my eating and exercise.
  • What are new ideas for weight loss?
  • It would help to talk with someone about diets I’ve heard about. Are they safe?
Stress Management
  • It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed with work and home stress. How can I get a handle on feeling balanced?
  • I’ve am going through some tough times. How can I cope?
  • How can I take care of myself to deal with all the challenges I encounter from day to day?
  • I want to talk with someone about my stressors and learn techniques to manage my challenging life.
  • I need accountability with taking time for myself
  • What skills can help me stay strong mentally to do my job?
Back Health
  • I want to learn more about how strengthening can help my lower back pain.
  • I am interested in stretches I can do to help with lower back pain.
  • I want to learn about posture and body mechanics with everyday movements.
  • I am interested in working on my cor.e
Cholesterol/BP management
  • When it comes to my habits, I want to make sure I’m doing everything I can to manage my BP/Cholesterol.
  • I want to talk with someone about the DASH diet.
  • What can my food and exercise choices do to control my BP/chol?
Emotional Health
  • I’m really struggling getting out of bed.
  • I just can’t seem to get a handle on things.