Here’s your chance to become a healthier you and serve as an example for UAE residents by joining the BeWell Ambassador Programme.
The latest initiative by Wyndham Hotel Group is focused on reducing obesity rates in the UAE and promoting a healthy lifestyle through cycling and education. The chosen ambassadors will work with them over 12 weeks to improve their lifestyle.
The specialised training programme will include changes to diet, as well as increased activity and education, with regular performances checkups by Mediclinic Middle East.
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Following the programme, the ambassadors will take part in the first BeWell Cycle Tour UAE next year on Friday, February 12.
The tour will have cycling routes distancing 142km from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, another from Ajman to Dubai spanning 61km and a 20km one in Dubai. You can choose the route for you based on your fitness levels and cycling experience.
In addition to improving their own well being, ambassadors will be a positive beacon for all and help combat the concerning obesity rates in the UAE.
Michael Zager, regional VP Middle East & Africa of the Wyndham Hotel Group, said: “We cannot stress enough the importance of a healthy lifestyle and it is our aim to spread the message to the UAE population.
“Working with ambassadors will not only mean we can change their lifestyle for the better but it is an opportunity for us to show exactly what can be achieved with dedication and the right support.”
Dr. Toba Elegbe, Consultant Internal Medicine, Mediclinic City Hospital – Obesity and Metabolic Disorders Centre, added: “We constantly strive to help those that require drastic changes to their lifestyle and wellbeing and we are delighted to have partnered with the BeWell Cycle Tour UAE on this great initiative.
“Working together on this fantastic cause means we can reach more people to spread the message on the importance of a healthy lifestyle.”
Interested potential ambassadors can apply online at www.bewell-tour.com. The ambassadors will be announced on November 25 at a BeWell event at Dubai Autodrome as part of the UAE National Sports Day celebrations.
What: BeWell Ambassadors
When: Ambassadors announced on November 25, with the BeWell Cycle Tour UAE on Friday, February 12, 2016
Where: Ambassadors announced at Dubai Autodrome
Contact: Visit www.bewell-tour.com to sign up and for more information
