Workers Lifestyle Group support for reducing the incidence of diabetes in Blacktown through the 2kg Challenge has reached a new level during summer.

The basis behind the 2kg Challenge is driven by the fact that if someone is at risk of developing diabetes and loses just 2kg in weight, 30% of people will not go on to develop the condition. In addition, just a small and sustained weight loss reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and some cancers in addition to lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

WLG has collaborated with Western Sydney Diabetes, Novo Nordisk and WentWest to form a partnership aimed at education, detection and prevention of diabetes in our community.
After initially launching the online program in 2024 to our members and receiving your feedback, the Challenge, has been refined and added to, and is now being promoted to the wider community. It is a free 8 week program where the participant receives specific personalised information, material and support throughout their journey.

When you join the 2kg Challenge, you get:
Free healthy recipes
A healthy living coaching program
Free and low-cost activities, both indoors and outdoors
Tips and tricks to stay motivated
Access to a calendar which provides daily updates and access to healthy activities with dates/times and information on free or inexpensive local fitness classes, groups and resources.

Find out more at 2kgChallenge.com.au