Making healthy changes can feel overwhelming. You may know what you want to focus on, but figuring out where to start and how to stay on track is often the hardest part. Labcorp OnDemand’s Personal Wellness Program includes expert-led guidance for setting and achieving your goals, maintaining accountability and motivation, and more.
To learn more about Labcorp OnDemand's Personal Wellness Program, we spoke with Michele Turcotte, RD, national board-certified health and wellness coach (NBC-HWC) and health advisor at Labcorp about how personalized wellness guidance can help people build healthier habits and work toward their goals.
What is a Personal Wellness Program?
A Personal Wellness Program is a partnership between you and a trained wellness professional. The goal is to help you build healthy habits that support your overall well-being and quality of life.
“Your health advisor works with you to understand your goals, identify your strengths, and explore what motivates you,” explains Michele. “Together, you create practical strategies that fit your lifestyle and help you make lasting changes.”
Labcorp OnDemand's Personal Wellness Program includes four one-on-one phone sessions with a health advisor, plus one year of access to a digital wellness platform with educational resources, goal-tracking tools, and more.
Who is the program designed for?
The program is designed for anyone who wants to improve their health and well-being. That could include someone managing a health concern, working toward a specific wellness goal, or simply hoping to build healthier everyday habits.
“Many people also benefit from having support, motivation, and accountability while making lifestyle changes,” adds Michele. “If you've ever struggled to stay consistent with a goal, having a partner along the way can make a big difference.”
How is the program personalized?
No two wellness journeys are exactly alike. That's why the program is built around a collaborative relationship between the participant and the advisor.
“Your unique lifestyle, preferences, health history, and goals help shape your experience,” explains Michele. “Rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan, you'll work with your advisor to create goals and strategies that are meaningful and realistic for you.”
For those who have completed general health testing, a health advisor can also help you understand how your results fit into your broader wellness goals and identify lifestyle changes that may support your overall health.
The online wellness platform is also personalized. Advisors can recommend content and resources that align with your specific interests and goals.
What are some of the most common reasons people work with a health advisor?
People seek support from an advisor for many reasons. Some want help with nutrition or weight management. Others are looking to reduce stress, increase physical activity, prevent chronic disease, build healthier habits, or improve their overall well-being.
Major life changes, such as starting a new job, becoming a parent, or preparing for retirement, can also inspire people to focus more on their health and wellness, notes Michele.
Why is accountability so important?
“Accountability helps turn good intentions into action,” says Michele. “When you're working with a health advisor, you have someone helping you track progress, identify patterns, celebrate successes, and adjust your approach when needed.”
Knowing someone is there to support you can increase motivation and confidence. It also helps you stay focused on long-term goals, even when life gets busy.
Can small lifestyle changes really make a difference?
“Absolutely,” says Michele. “Small changes are often easier to start and maintain than dramatic changes, which makes them more sustainable over time.”
Something as simple as taking a daily walk, drinking more water, or getting to bed a little earlier can create positive momentum. As you begin to notice benefits such as better sleep, increased energy, or gradual progress toward your goals, it often becomes easier to continue making healthy choices.
“Healthy habits also tend to build on one another,” she adds. “Improving one area of wellness can naturally lead to improvements in others.”
What resources are available through the wellness platform?
The platform offers a variety of tools to support your wellness journey. Participants can access more than 700 health education articles, videos, and other resources covering topics such as nutrition, fitness, stress management, and overall wellness.
You can also:
- Set and track personal goals
- Keep a wellness journal
- Message your health advisor
- Participate in challenges and habit-building activities
- Track progress over time
The platform can also connect with popular health and fitness apps, helping you keep key wellness information in one place.
How can participants track their progress?
The platform makes it easy to see how you're doing over time. Participants can view health metrics, review progress toward goals, and monitor trends through visual charts and dashboards.
“Being able to look back at completed goals and milestones can help reinforce positive behaviors and keep motivation high,” says Michele. “The focus is on helping participants understand their progress and stay engaged in their wellness journey.”
What does success look like if weight loss isn't the goal?
Success can look very different from one person to another. “For many people, it's not about the number on a scale at all,” says Michele.
Success might mean:
- Having more energy
- Sleeping better
- Feeling less stressed
- Becoming more physically active
- Building consistent, healthy routines
- Improving mood and confidence
- Finding a better balance between work and personal life
Ultimately, success is about making progress toward the goals that matter most to you and improving your overall quality of life.
What misconceptions do people have about working with a health advisor?
One common misconception is that health advisors are there to judge people or tell them exactly what to do, says Michele. Another is that everyone receives the same plan.
“In reality, health advisors work alongside participants,” she explains. “Their role is to listen, provide encouragement, help identify barriers, and offer evidence-based guidance that supports long-term behavior change.”
The goal is to empower people to take an active role in their own well-being, not to criticize or dictate their choices.
How much time does the program require?
The program is designed to fit into a variety of schedules. Many participants find value in spending just a few minutes each day using the platform, while others prefer to check in several times per week.
“The most important factor is consistent engagement,” says Michele. “Even small amounts of regular participation can help reinforce healthy habits and support long-term success.”
What would you want someone considering the program to know?
Anyone can benefit from taking time to focus on their health and well-being, regardless of where they are starting from. The most important thing is being willing to engage in the process and make small, sustainable changes over time.
“Meaningful progress doesn't happen overnight,” says Michele. “It’s built through consistency, patience, and commitment to long-term wellness. With the right support, many people gain confidence, develop healthier habits, and create positive changes that last well beyond the program itself.”
Guidance for every step forward
Everyone's health journey is different. That's why your advisor works with you to create a wellness plan tailored to your lifestyle, priorities, and goals. Together, you'll develop practical strategies to help build lasting healthy habits.
