Internal Cues Versus External Cues for Eating and Activity

"The intuitive eating curriculum that was pilot tested and adapted has been modified for use for the Internal Cues group with college-aged females for delivery over a 10-week time period.~The classes will be delivered by two Registered Dietitians and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselors from the University of Delaware, Julia Katcher and Maryann Eastep.~During the Internal Cues group's intuitive eating classes, participants will, as a group, eat dinner that is prepared by ServSafe certified undergraduate dietetics students in the test kitchen in the STAR Tower. This dinner will allow the participants to experientially learn the intuitive eating principles taught in class.~The yoga classes will be adapted to all levels of experience, mobility, and body size. Specific breathing techniques and body positive language will be incorporated into a body-positive yoga training done by Ms. Lisa Jones, RYT."

"The 10-week traditional healthy weight program for the External Cues group was created by a Graduate Assistant based on MyPlate principles.~The External Cues classes will be delivered by two Registered Dietitians from the University of Delaware, Julia Katcher and Maryann Eastep.~During the External Cues group's healthy eating classes, participants will, as a group, eat dinner that is prepared by ServSafe certified undergraduate dietetics students in the test kitchen in the STAR Tower. This dinner will allow the participants to experientially learn how to properly portion their meals to meet their caloric needs, in line with traditional education about weight control.~Students randomized to the External Cues group will receive a UD fitness pass and will be able to choose from select cardio-based fitness classes in order to meet public health recommendations for physical activity."