February is Heart Health Month

Lead by example. Show the people you “heart” how you protect YOUR heart.

Is this the year you resolved to be healthy, lose weight or get fit?

Whether you made a resolution on January 1 or you’re making the decision now to put your health first, Olympic Steel and UnitedHealthcare have programs and resources available to help you achieve your goals.

Real Appeal® – Weight Loss Support

Real Appeal will help motivate you to improve your health with an evidence-based virtual weight loss program. With no additional cost to eligible UnitedHealthcare plan members, Real Appeal offers a year-long program to help you achieve your weight loss goals by teaching you how to eat healthier and be active. Learn more at SteelPerks.com or sign-up today at realappeal.com.     

Nutrition Tips and Mindful Eating

Healthy eating is about balance. Following a healthy diet can improve your mood, give you more energy and give your body the nutrients it needs for you to be at your best. When adjusting eating habits is part of your plan to be healthier, UnitedHealthcare offers the following resources:

• 3 Steps to Cut Calories
• What is Mindful Eating?
• Eating Healthy for Less

Fitness Facts, Tips and Guidance

Getting fit and staying fit is important, in all stages of life. Exercise may help make your heart strong, reduce blood pressure, help you maintain healthy bones, increase flexibility and so much more.

Though we know the benefits, making regular exercise a priority can be a hard habit to start. To initiate the change, it’s okay to start small – even just 10 minutes a day is enough to get you into the habit. When you’re ready to get moving, UnitedHealthcare has tools and tips that can help:

• Exercise Tips to Help Your Health
• 8 Habits for Healthy Living
• Real-life Ways to Get Your Family Moving
• Staying Fit on Vacation

Stay focused to improve your health – no matter the specific goal. Remember that your own personal journey is your own, and take it one day at a time, without comparing yourself to others.

Want more info?

For more physical fitness, nutrition and wellness resources, visit SteelPerks.com or uhc.com. And, as always, if you have questions about the benefits Olympic Steel provides, contact the HR Help Desk at 216.242.2886 (internal extension 19780) or Corporate.HR@olysteel.com.