By: Mercy Healthplex Fitness Staff
At Mercy Health – Queen City HealthPlex, our Weight Management Solutions (WMS) companion program is built to empower Mercy Health surgical and non-surgical patients. The program features the fitness tools and guidance they need to take control of their weight loss journey at their own pace and with unwavering support. But sometimes, a program becomes more than a path to better health…it becomes the turning point in someone’s life.
At the recommendation of Dr. Abawi, a bariatric medicine physician at Mercy Health Weight Management Solutions, Cathy joined the HealthPlex WMS program on September 6, 2023. She came to us unsure, seeking additional help with her weight loss journey and hoping to find a healthier path forward. That is where she met Susan Hand, one of our seasoned and compassionate personal trainers.
Together, Cathy and Susan created a fitness plan rooted in consistency, small victories and long-term sustainability. Susan provided guidance, encouragement and expertise, helping Cathy gain not just strength but confidence.
But Cathy’s story did not end with the program. After completing WMS, she stayed committed to her fitness goals, continuing her workouts with Susan’s guidance, fine-tuning her exercises to keep moving forward. As Cathy leaned into her fitness journey, it awakened a powerful sense of self-discipline and a genuine passion for wellness. Her progress didn’t just change her, it inspired her to help others, leading her to become a certified personal trainer.
Today, while Cathy does not train at the HealthPlex, she’s still an active member and a proud advocate of the community that helped launch her journey. Cathy has dropped nearly 50 pounds and is maintaining her goal weight two years later.
Her story is a testament to what happens when determination meets the right support system. We are proud of Cathy, and we’re honored to be part of her story.
If you or someone you know is ready to make a change, the WMS program may be the first step toward something bigger than just weight loss. It could be the beginning of a whole new life.
Ready to take the next step in your weight loss journey? Mercy Health and Mercy HealthPlex offer a variety of programs and resources designed to support you every step of the way toward achieving your weight loss goals.
Offering both surgical and non-surgical paths, Mercy Health provides comprehensive care to help you reach your goals. Click here to learn more.
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