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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
December is here and the holiday season
is upon us, which can be an especially
vulnerable time of year for anyone
focused on healthy weight management.
Family gatherings and club parties often
present an array of tasty temptations that
can be difficult to resist. This year can be
different and enjoyable at the same time!
With TOPS, all foods fit, including
desserts. Losing weight and getting
healthy doesn't have to doom anyone to a life of deprivation, and it's
okay to have some special treats during the holidays. You're more
likely to keep up healthy changes over the long haul if you plan for
food you love. The key, whether you're watching your weight or
keeping an eye on carbs, is to watch portion sizes and use healthier
ingredients. Studies have shown that eating breakfast curbs the urge
to binge later in the day.
TOPS is here to provide the support that members need during the
holidays and throughout the year. Sun Lakes residents are welcome
to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge.
We meet on Thursday at the South Clubhouse with weigh-ins from
9 to 9:50 am and meeting from 10 to 11 am. TOPS is affordable,
only $49 for new members plus $3 monthly chapter dues. With
your membership, you receive My Day
One (a quick-start guide) and six TOPS
magazines a year. You also have access to
a medical library and our members-only
website. Come join us!
TOPS Monthly Best Losers are Mickey
Pease, Beverly Reneau, and Lu Lujan.
KOPS (Keep Off Pounds Sensibly) in
good standing for the month were:
Yvonne Adams, Peggy Andrews, Alma
Bolla, Linda Callahan, Bea DiMatteo, Terry Foster, Lynne Haman,
Agna Harper, Rennie Harrison, Marla Henrich, Carol Kreckow, Donna
Leone, Darleen Moxon, Lorraine Ness, Jan Prindle, Ruth Schoonover,
Bernie Smith, and Rosalee Strong. Congratulations to all our TOPS
and KOPS!
Thanks to all of our TOPS members who donated and participated
in the Veteran Walk in November to honor those who have served our
country. All of the proceeds from this event goes to support the VFW
Post 233, Banning.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our Sun Lakes
residents.
For information on TOPS, contact Rosalee Strong at (951) 855-
2836.
