Universities launch student weight management programmes

When Wang Zhucen signed up for the first-ever weight management course at Dalian University of Technology in the northeastern Chinese city of Dalian, he was not sure what would come. However, after 21 days of regular exercise, he managed to lose 6.3 kg of weight, reports Xinhua.

“This is the best testament to my hard work and perseverance. I felt happier when I sweated for an hour every day doing exercises with my classmates,” Wang said.

Dalian University of Technology is among a growing number of Chinese universities that are taking proactive steps to address the growing waistlines, particularly those of young people. Students enrolled in the university’s weight management course can choose to participate in either a 21-day intensive programme or a full-semester curriculum, covering scientific exercise, nutrition guidance and mental health support. The course can help the students develop healthy lifestyles, improve their physical health and make them more confident and optimistic about the future, said participants.
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