What is the new weight management program by the Milwaukee Bucks?

Published July 25, 2024 12:10pm CDT

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Thursday, July 25 a new and free weight management program available to anyone.

A news release states that the 12-month program combines the three pillars of health – personalized medical care, exercise, and nutrition – designed with expert advisors and the Bucks’ performance and sports nutrition departments.

Dr. Elizabeth Sharp mentioned, “The exercise program was designed by the world-class Milwaukee Bucks Performance Team, and these programs are specifically designed to optimize body composition in a way that’s approachable and sustainable for everyone in the community.”

Participants in Bucks Health and Wellness receive an initial assessment that includes strength testing, biometric analysis, weight loss medication, blood work, and laboratory analysis, along with continued virtual and in-person follow-ups at the program clinic in Schlitz Park (101 W. Pleasant Street, Suite 204, Milwaukee).

Dr. Troy Flanagan, Vice President of Performance at the Milwaukee Bucks, stated, “So very individualized, very customized and really unique. Patients are doing around 20 to 30 minutes of resistance training every day and incorporating that into their life.”

A healthcare team is dedicated to providing high-quality service, and participants have access to a mobile app that offers a personalized meal plan and exercise program, as well as yoga and meditation videos.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley highlighted, “Obesity rates in some ZIP codes within Milwaukee County are higher than the national average. We know that many health disparities are exacerbated by race, socio-economic factors, geography, access to healthcare, and other inequities. This new initiative, the Milwaukee Bucks Health and Wellness program, will help address some of these disparities and provide much-needed services to those in need.”

Participants must commit to the 12-month program, attend the initial weigh-in, and all follow-up sessions with providers. Eligible patients must be between 18-64 years old, have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or above, be non-diabetic, and meet specific income thresholds.

Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin remarked, “We’ve got to let this grow.”

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Currently, 100 people are registered for this program, with a goal of reaching 1,000 patients by the end of the year.

Learn more about the Milwaukee Bucks Health and Wellness program and how you can participate.