Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares)
Be A New U!
Be a New U! is an awareness program focusing on promoting active lifestyle through proper nutritional intake and exercise programs. Participants went through a physical fitness test and blood profile in the beginning and at the end of the program. The six months program has achieved its main goal which is weight reduction. All 50 participants have lost weight with the most weight loss of 20kg. In addition, about 80% have also shown reduction in lipid profile and glucose level. In addition, participants have shown increased awareness in leading a healthy lifestyle through participation in a variety of exercise and recreational activities.
Project information
Project Execution: 6 months
Location: Universiti Malaya staff and students
Contributions from Civil Society: -
Numbers of Community benifited: 50 people
Output of the project
All participants have lost weight with the biggest reduction of 68% of fat loss. However final data could not be gathered due to inability for them to come and do final measurement.
Future Enhancement
Provide more variety of exercise and potentially involve students to help with the exercise session.
Set up an up front contract regarding commitment towards the program
Last Update: 07/06/2022
