An explanation of how the NAFWAM program works...

1. How it works Why it can work for you What you have to do

2. NAFWAM The “rules” of fitness and weight loss are fairly simple (see the article “Weight Loss” at www.ausport.gov.au/ais/nutrition/factsheets for a classic example) Most people don’t stick to the rules So what do you need to stick to the rules Simple have peer support NAFWAM PROVIDES THAT SUPPORT

3. What does NAFWAM do? NAFWAM (Nutrition and Fitness Wellbeing and Motivation) is an online support network for the promotion of healthy life choices. It provides on line mentoring to help members achieve their health and fitness goals and stay fit and healthy.

4. How does NAFWAM do it? Health and fitness outcomes are related, starting with key physical measures like weight and waist measurement and ending up at your level of self esteem. NAFWAM monitors the key indicators and helps members to use the indicators to change the nutrition and fitness activities that lead to poor health and poor well being

5. NAFWAM Indicators Exercise sessions, length and frequency Physical Indicators, BMI and waist circumference Psychological Indicators, self esteem and life satisfaction Health assessment as provided by your chosen health care professional

6. Why join? NAFWAM provides the non judgmental peer group support that you need to take charge of your health and fitness Only long term commitment will change your behaviour permanently You will not change without long term peer group support NAFWAM provides that support