Overview | FFWM

This study involves exercise physiologists with training in physical activity, movement, and health. Their role is to support safe, evidence-based movement and help individuals and families build sustainable physical activity habits.

First one-on-one session.

This one-hour appointment includes:

Detailed discussion of your current physical activity and medical history
Wellness coaching to assess and understand both individual barriers and strengths, as well as motivation and readiness for change.
Collection of all registration materials, surveys and biometrics
A tour of the facility

Second one-on-one session.

During this one-hour, one-on-one session:

You will review the details of your custom exercise prescription, which will be designed using the information collected at your first session.
Exercise prescriptions will include cardiovascular, strength training and flexibility components suitable for your unique situation.
You should leave with a basic understanding of how to perform each of the prescribed exercises and why they are appropriate for you specifically.

16 Group Sessions

These one-hour group exercise sessions are held twice a week for eight weeks after you’ve mastered each of the prescribed exercises that were shared with you in the second session.

These group sessions or use of workout partners give you both a sense of community and a source of added support.
Group sessions may have up to eight EIM participants, each with an individual exercise plan to work through at their own pace.
An EIM specialist will supervise all participants to ensure safety and modify existing exercise plans as needed.
As your individual fitness or confidence levels improve, we will help you safely increase the complexity or intensity of your physical activity.
Each EIM specialist has the flexibility to conduct group exercises when appropriate, utilize outdoor space for group walks, or place participants into groups with similar interests, health conditions or fitness levels.

Final one-on-one session.

With a new routine established, it’s time to assess the progress you’ve made over the previous eight weeks and develop a strategy for continued success. During this one-hour session, your EIM specialist will:

Create an updated exercise prescription that accounts for improvements already realized.
Modify plans based on your goals and resources. This may lead to a home exercise plan or workouts at the Health and Fitness Center in New Albany or another Ohio State or partner fitness facility.
Develop a wellness plan for the next six months, taking into account your accomplishments and challenges and setbacks over the past two months.
Collect all surveys and biometrics to support program evaluation.