NFD/MNPD Wellness Initiative
The NFD/ MNPD Wellness Initiative was created to address the problem of heart disease, obesity, smoking and sedentary lifestyle among the public safety population. Similar programs have demonstrated a decrease in sick leave usage and injuries on duty. The goal is to bring about change that will improve the health and quality of life of participants, enabling them to better serve the citizens of Nashville. The NFD/ MNPD Wellness Initiative Fitness and Nutrition Services are designed to enhance the yearly physical exam performed by the Civil Service Medical Examiner, Occupational Health and Wellness staff along with primary care physicians. Participating individuals receive personalized fitness and nutrition information delivered face to face and through electronic communication to enhance readiness to change. The services help individuals initiate and sustain a positive and healthy lifestyle.
Key Messages
- Choose to Move
- Commit to 30 minutes of cardio exercise for 5 days each week!
- Be Consistent!
- Make it Convenient!
- Eat Heart Smart
- Improve on Fat
- Fill up with Fiber
- Fit in fruit & vegetables daily
Services Offered
- Individual Fitness and Nutrition consultations
- Yoga sessions
- Guided Relaxation
- Cooking demonstrations
- Healthy Dining Out opportunities
- Fitness and Nutrition group education sessions
- In-service presentations on Fitness and Nutrition
- Education on proper use of equipment in fitness facilities/fitness rooms
- Grocery store tours
Links
EAP - https://www.eapintl.com/index.html
BCBS Blue Perks website - http://www.bcbst.com/members
Cigna Healthy Rewards website - https://secure.cigna.com/portal/healthcare/discounts.html
Fitness
Activity Calorie Calculator - http://primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/jumpsite/calculat.htm
Parks and Rec Website - http://www.nashville.gov/parks/index.htm
Physical Activity & Disability Information – www.ncpad.org
NHLBI, BMI Calculator - http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/
Exercise: A guide from the NIA - http://weboflife.nasa.gov/exerciseandaging/home.html
Nutrition
American Heart Association - http://www.americanheart.org
Fruits and Veggies Matter - http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/index.html
American Diabetes Association - http://www.diabetes.org
Calorie King Food Database - http://www.calorieking.com
Weight Control Information Network - http://win.niddk.nih.gov/
Contacts

- Tara Beever, MS
- Program Director
- ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist
- Yoga Fit Instructor
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- Sarah Vaughn, RD, LDN
- Nutrition Consultant
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