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| Sandy P. |
Wise: Walking
Unwise: Avoiding leftover and sale Halloween candy. Our topic tonight continued with the theme of stress management and how stress can affect us in our weight loss journey.
Thursday, November 05, 2015
Wise: Walking
Unwise: Avoiding leftover and sale Halloween candy. Our topic tonight continued with the theme of stress management and how stress can affect us in our weight loss journey.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Best Loser: Carol L. Wise: Eating more salads
Unwise: Too much Halloween candy
Topic tonight continued with the TOPS program on Stress management. We tried out some low-impact chair-type exercises designed to alleviate that tight stress feeling.
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Best Loser Carol D.Wise: Curbing the nighttime eating
Unwise: Not exercising
STRESS: With the holidays nearly upon us, we covered handling stress. Adjusting our attitude, allowing enough time for various activities, and being flexible were all discussed as aids to making the holidays "stress-free" thus eliminating the need for "mindless" eating.
Thursday October 15, 2015
TOPS 785 had and no loss no gain week this week.
While several members weighed in our tally for the week was a tie. In other words, as a chapter, we lost the same number of pounds as we gained!!!!
Also, because none of our losers completed the criteria for Best Loser title for this week, the best loser prize was held over to next week's qualifying winner.
We continued with the TOPS program on Stress Management
Thursday, October 8, 2015
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| Sandy P. |
Best Loser
Wise: Walking
Unwise: No Candy
Sandy introduced a multi-part program from TOPS. The topic Stress and the effects it can have on sabotaging a weight loss program. This week recognizing the triggers that contribute to overeating or mindless eating
Congrats to TOPS785 on a no-gain week
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Best Loser
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| Carol S. |
Unwise: Apple Pie
Tonight's topic was a report on the events this past weekend at Fall Rally in Saratoga Springs.
The attendees were able to recap the different segments of the rally for those of us who were unable to attend. Particularly. the tribute to our departed members was especially moving, allowing us a moment to remember those who have passed, including our own Paulette Amyot.
Fall Rally Saturday, September 26, 2015
Miss Minnie Mouse welcomed all comers to our table at Fall Rally.
She was voted the most beautiful or would that be the "fairest in the land"? Thank you Gigi.
Our chapter was honored several times during the course of the rally.
We were recognized for our 30th anniversary as a chartered chapter.
We also scored points for a perfect resume. Thanks to our weight recorders Marcia D. and Kathy T.
Janet K. was honored as best summer loser with a loss of 6.75 pounds and Carol D was also recognized for her 2nd place division win at SRD.
The guest speaker was Elaine Simione of Vision Quest, who is a licensed psychoanalyst, and who conducted a relaxation exercise. She proposed that in order to achieve our goals, we need to be in touch with our inner selves. Her relaxation technique is another tool to be used on the journey we all have embarked upon. To be a healthier person with a happier outlook.
She was voted the most beautiful or would that be the "fairest in the land"? Thank you Gigi. Our chapter was honored several times during the course of the rally.
We were recognized for our 30th anniversary as a chartered chapter.
We also scored points for a perfect resume. Thanks to our weight recorders Marcia D. and Kathy T.
Janet K. was honored as best summer loser with a loss of 6.75 pounds and Carol D was also recognized for her 2nd place division win at SRD.
The guest speaker was Elaine Simione of Vision Quest, who is a licensed psychoanalyst, and who conducted a relaxation exercise. She proposed that in order to achieve our goals, we need to be in touch with our inner selves. Her relaxation technique is another tool to be used on the journey we all have embarked upon. To be a healthier person with a happier outlook.
Thursday, September 24, 2015
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| Carol S. |
Wise: Sticking to my plan
Unwise: Not walking
Fall Rally Basket
Pictured below is the Kitchen Helpers basket assembled with contributions from members of TOPS NY 785. Many thanks to Carol S and Nancy M for a job well done.
Front Back
Our topic this evening was a short discussion of the obstacles in getting older. The importance of a balanced healthy diet as a deterrent to many of the medical and physical maladies that can affect the elderly.
Thursday September 17, 2015
Best Loser: Sandy P.
Wise: Eating less sweets
Unwise: Not walking
This week we semi finalized our representation at Fall Rally. Arrangements were made to assemble and wrap our "Kitchen Helper" basket to be raffled. We all agreed to wear Hawaiian shirts and Sandy had leis for all. We were also advised that our chapter would be honored for the 30th anniversary of our charter. Interestingly, our current member Judy J. has been with this chapter for over 26 years. Happy Anniversary to us!
We continued our meeting with a discussion of food labels and their interpretation. Their serving size and our serving size could be at odds. Paying attention to the labels can facilitate an easier weight loss journey.
Thursday, September 10, 2015
Best Loser
Wise: Eating Fish
Unwise: Not exercising
Sandy relished in her new purchase of "The Choice is Mine", a TOPS manual. She treated us to an article on snacking strategies. Several suggestions to keep snacking under control: always plan snacks to avoid mindless snacking, never allow oneself to get hungry among others. Per the article, some suggestions for planned snacks, peanut butter and celery, frozen grapes, veggies and dip to name a few. Selecting snacks per one's own tastes also insure staying on the path to a successful weight loss journey.
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| Linda L. |
Unwise: Not exercising
Sandy relished in her new purchase of "The Choice is Mine", a TOPS manual. She treated us to an article on snacking strategies. Several suggestions to keep snacking under control: always plan snacks to avoid mindless snacking, never allow oneself to get hungry among others. Per the article, some suggestions for planned snacks, peanut butter and celery, frozen grapes, veggies and dip to name a few. Selecting snacks per one's own tastes also insure staying on the path to a successful weight loss journey.
Thursday, September 3, 2015
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| Carol S. |
Wise: Keeping a Food Log
Unwise: Not exercising
Winner of the August No-Gain contest
Shelley S.
And
Best loser of the Month- August
Ann T.
September Chapter Tally
3.75 lbs. lost
Continuing with Barb Cady's Webinar , Shelley advised we should all keep a post-it note in a danger zone. This note is titled Food Law and can be any area on which we wish to concentrate our efforts for this week. Example: a food law posted to the freezer door which states no ice cream or perhaps on the snack cupboard which states no chips. It does not have to be a negative law- drink water or eat fresh vegetables. Barb also stated we can recruit family members by showing that the program works.
Thursday, August 27, 2015
Best Loser
Wise: No candy bars
Unwise: Eating unbalanced meals
August Chapter Tally:
1.75 lbs. gain this week
Loss for month 4.25lbs
Yeah!!! TOPS 785.
Sandy and Shelley reported back on Barb Cady's Webinar for Leaders and Co-leaders. Question posed was 'Why are you coming to TOPS'? Leaders should determine why members come each week and be able to offer some incentives to aid in the weight loss journey. Sharing one's own experience, advising to get a goal slip with a reasonable goal or reaching out mid week to fellow members may be just the incentive needed to help a struggling member in their weight loss journey.
 Sandy P |
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Unwise: Eating unbalanced meals
August Chapter Tally:
1.75 lbs. gain this week
Loss for month 4.25lbs
Yeah!!! TOPS 785.
Sandy and Shelley reported back on Barb Cady's Webinar for Leaders and Co-leaders. Question posed was 'Why are you coming to TOPS'? Leaders should determine why members come each week and be able to offer some incentives to aid in the weight loss journey. Sharing one's own experience, advising to get a goal slip with a reasonable goal or reaching out mid week to fellow members may be just the incentive needed to help a struggling member in their weight loss journey.
Thursday< August 20, 2015
Best Loser:
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| Janet K. |
Wise: Drink Water
Unwise: Unplanned meals
August Chapter Tally:
Bad Week for 785 +9lbs
New tally: -5.75 lbs.
We can do better:
Topic this evening as summer comes to a close and with the advent of day trips. Simple ways to stay on your diet while traveling. Obviously, drinking water, walking, and checking nutritional info especially in restaurants are key to maintaining a weight loss, but also, just being realistic, thinking before eating and making conscious choices will keep you on your weight loss journey. The idea is to enjoy yourself , not indulge yourself.
www.thistimeimeanit.com
Thursday, August 6, 2015
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| Gail S. |
Wise: Drinking water
Unwise: Eating between the hours of 10PM to 5AM
New Feature:
Keeping a running tally of chapter gain/loss.
August: 9 1/4 pounds lost
WE CAN!!!!
Our chapter installation was held. Re-installed officers were Leader: Sandy P. Co-Leader: Shelley S. Secretary: Linda L. Treasurer: Janet K. and Assistant Weight Recorder: Kathy
T. Not present for the ceremony (and sorely missed), Weight Recorder: Marcia D. The theme for our ceremony was Hand in Hand and Moderator Carol D. started us off with a bit of nostalgia "
I remember the day I stepped across the threshold into my
very first TOPS meeting. I have finally faced the fact that I needed a helping
hand! I needed some extra support, lots of understanding and caring as I
attempted to change old eating and exercise habits.
In a nutshell, stating our chapter's mission. She ended our ceremony with a poem:
You take my hand and I'll take yours,
And we’ll start out today,
For a helping hand is what we need
To help us on our way.
The way to goal is a lonely roadWe need someone to care.
Reach out, my friend, and take my hand,
And then we’re almost there.
Thursday, Jul 29, 2015
Best Loser
Who is our best loser this week??????
Due to circumstances beyond our control, (an inept camera operator) the best loser this week will remain a mystery. Watch this site for an update, we can tell you that drinking water was our losers wise choice and his/hers unwise ice-cream.
We have a challenge thrown out by Sandy. Select one habit such as drinking water or journaling or meal planning that you would like to change for the better, and concentrate on that change for a three week period. Apparently, if a conscious effort is made for a period of time then your new "good" habit becomes second nature. After the three weeks ,select another habit and soon many of the "bad" habits that contributed to our weight and/or medical issues will effect a change to aid us in our weight loss journey.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, (an inept camera operator) the best loser this week will remain a mystery. Watch this site for an update, we can tell you that drinking water was our losers wise choice and his/hers unwise ice-cream.
We have a challenge thrown out by Sandy. Select one habit such as drinking water or journaling or meal planning that you would like to change for the better, and concentrate on that change for a three week period. Apparently, if a conscious effort is made for a period of time then your new "good" habit becomes second nature. After the three weeks ,select another habit and soon many of the "bad" habits that contributed to our weight and/or medical issues will effect a change to aid us in our weight loss journey.
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Best Loser
Wise: Walking
Unwise: Pizza
Tonight's Topic:
Six Suggestions for Vacation Eating
Even though we are half-way through the summer, it seemed an appropriate time to reiterate the several ways to curb our eating habits during a vacation. The prospect of eating out for several meals while away from home can present problems for our TOPS members. Meal planning, tips for restaurant ordering and healthy snacks topped the list of healthy habits for the intrepid vacationer. A variety of types of accommodations were discussed from staying with relatives or friends to hotel/motel lodging to camping. Many suggestions were offered to allow our members to effectively continue their weight loss journey while "on the road".
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| Carol S |
Unwise: Pizza
Tonight's Topic:
Six Suggestions for Vacation Eating
Even though we are half-way through the summer, it seemed an appropriate time to reiterate the several ways to curb our eating habits during a vacation. The prospect of eating out for several meals while away from home can present problems for our TOPS members. Meal planning, tips for restaurant ordering and healthy snacks topped the list of healthy habits for the intrepid vacationer. A variety of types of accommodations were discussed from staying with relatives or friends to hotel/motel lodging to camping. Many suggestions were offered to allow our members to effectively continue their weight loss journey while "on the road".
Thursday, July 16, 2015
Janet K
Wise: Exercising
Unwise Eating off the plan
Topic tonight:
23 ?????
What does this have to do with TOPS members and their weight loss journey, you ask???
Well, The answer is: 23 weigh-ins until the end of 2015.
So, if at each weigh-in until December a member loses only 1/2 pound, the total weight loss would be 11 and 1/2 pounds. Isn't that a wonderful way to start a new year?
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Wise: Exercising
Unwise: MacDonald's French Fries
And the winners are:
We held our yearly elections and after a hard fought campaign, all four officers were unanimously re-elected for another year.
Retaining the office of leader, Sandy P.
Retaining her office of co-leader, Shelley S.
Retaining the office of secretary, Linda L.
Retaining the office of treasurer, Janet K.
Following the elections our topic of the evening:
Diet Blunders: Common mistakes made by those who are trying to lose weight. Some of these include eating salad (healthy) but heaping dressings, pasta and cheese (high fat) on top, skipping meals, and not reading or understanding nutrition labels. More information can be had at:
Thursday, July 2, 2015
Wise: Stick to the plan
Unwise: Not Exercising
And a Happy Birthday to Marcia D
We sang very loudly Did You Hear it??????????
Our agenda this evening revolved around the rules and regulations regarding the upcoming Election of Officers on July 9, 2015
Sandy updated us on the new rule regarding length of term for the leader position (2Years)
She also went over the duties of each officer and the respective responsibilities of their offices.
Thursday, Jun 25, 2015
Best Loser : Linda L. (Birthday Girl)
Wise: Eating more vegetables.
Unwise: Ice Cream
And Tonight: 10 Diet Lessons to Unlearn.. Yes Unlearn. Seems there are some myths out there which many believe to be factual when, in fact, they are not. Ex. Hot & spicy speeds up fat burn. Not true!!!! Fat Free=Calorie Free, Not true!!! Cabbage soup is a diet miracle. Not true!!! These are some of the myths surrounding dieting and paying attention to any one or all of them can sabotage your weight loss. Utilizing any of the TOPS tools or other tools available on the internet can validate whether or not a statement presented as fact is true. Many of these facts have been disproved due to later studies and testing. Rather than accepting any diet statement, investigate to the validity of the statement.
http://www.topsgoodies.org/programs/10lessons.htm
Unwise: Ice Cream
And Tonight: 10 Diet Lessons to Unlearn.. Yes Unlearn. Seems there are some myths out there which many believe to be factual when, in fact, they are not. Ex. Hot & spicy speeds up fat burn. Not true!!!! Fat Free=Calorie Free, Not true!!! Cabbage soup is a diet miracle. Not true!!! These are some of the myths surrounding dieting and paying attention to any one or all of them can sabotage your weight loss. Utilizing any of the TOPS tools or other tools available on the internet can validate whether or not a statement presented as fact is true. Many of these facts have been disproved due to later studies and testing. Rather than accepting any diet statement, investigate to the validity of the statement.
http://www.topsgoodies.org/programs/10lessons.htm
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Best Loser : Gail SWise: Journaling
Unwise: Eating Out
FOCUS: Tonight's topic resulted in a lively round table discussion of the aspects of weight loss which we can focus on to help on our journey. Getting the proper rest, journaling, food preparation and planning, drinking plenty of water, moving more, all contribute to success. We also started our new contest and each member brought in a tried and true excuse for "falling off the weight loss train" We covered that old oak tree with many leaves.
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Best Loser
Sandy
Wise: Drink your water
Unwise: Candy
Our first meeting back after SRD. We reported back on the Lake Placid activities and updated the new dates and site for SRD in 2016.( see sidebar).
Something to consider: a bus trip is being investigated to accommodate the chapters
Our program this evening came straight from the TOPS wellness newsletter, Tips to have a slimmer July 4th BBQ.
Some suggestions Eat a light snack before you go, choose the leaner portions and focus on the people not the food.
We would like to extend a warm welcome to Ann T. Glad your here!!!
Sandy
Wise: Drink your water
Unwise: Candy
Our first meeting back after SRD. We reported back on the Lake Placid activities and updated the new dates and site for SRD in 2016.( see sidebar).
Something to consider: a bus trip is being investigated to accommodate the chapters
Our program this evening came straight from the TOPS wellness newsletter, Tips to have a slimmer July 4th BBQ.
Some suggestions Eat a light snack before you go, choose the leaner portions and focus on the people not the food.
We would like to extend a warm welcome to Ann T. Glad your here!!!
SRD June 5-6 2015
W-e'-r-e B-a-c-k
SRD Lake Placid Attendees
Missing from group Judy J.
And our winners are:
Pat J. our new graduate KOPS
and
Congratulations to you both on your achievement
On day one, we were treated to several inspiring speakers.
Psychologist Michael Hanley PhD, emphasized exercise in his talk on "Attaining and Maintaining Optimal Weight" In addition to the right attitude and good nutrition, he maintained that exercise does not have to be in a gym but can be adapted to one's environment, neighborhood walks, bicycling hiking etc.
Our Regional Director Judy Pettit, treated us to a slide show featuring many of Walt Disney's characters. Her talk was based on biographical information on Mr. Disney. His father discouraged him from his artistic endeavors, encouraging him to get a 'real job'. Moral: just like Mr. Disney, himself and the characters in his movies, if we set our minds to it success can be ours.
Our third speaker of the day, Chiropractor Dr. Bill Orlando spoke of "The Five Things We Must Do To Lose Weight". He also gave us a short history of Chiropractic Medicine stating that excess weight can be a factor in joint pain and that chiropractic medicine may help in alleviating that pain.
During the break between afternoon and evening sessions Tops 785 attendees and special guests Pat J.'s husband Bob and Regional Director Judy Pettit enjoyed a wine and veggie platter (we are a diet support group after all.)
A good time was had by all
What happens in Lake Placid , stays in Lake Placid
On day two, our division winner Carol D. was honored during the morning session and in the afternoon we watched the procession of KOPS graduates, including our own Pat J. The new KOPS were recognized and congratulated, . The lights were dimmed and each KOPS lighted a candle all around the room to signify the Circle of Hope, and the hope of each member of TOPS to attain KOPS status.
There were other activities during the two days of SRD including the KOPS Tea, a Karaoke Night, farewell to outgoing royalty, introduction of the new royalty for 2014, and the announcement of the site for the SRD in 2015 (Niagara Falls)
Another successful SRD
And our winners are:
Pat J. our new graduate KOPS
Carol D. runner-up for most pounds lost in 2014 in NY state.
On day one, we were treated to several inspiring speakers.
Psychologist Michael Hanley PhD, emphasized exercise in his talk on "Attaining and Maintaining Optimal Weight" In addition to the right attitude and good nutrition, he maintained that exercise does not have to be in a gym but can be adapted to one's environment, neighborhood walks, bicycling hiking etc.
Our Regional Director Judy Pettit, treated us to a slide show featuring many of Walt Disney's characters. Her talk was based on biographical information on Mr. Disney. His father discouraged him from his artistic endeavors, encouraging him to get a 'real job'. Moral: just like Mr. Disney, himself and the characters in his movies, if we set our minds to it success can be ours.
Our third speaker of the day, Chiropractor Dr. Bill Orlando spoke of "The Five Things We Must Do To Lose Weight". He also gave us a short history of Chiropractic Medicine stating that excess weight can be a factor in joint pain and that chiropractic medicine may help in alleviating that pain.
During the break between afternoon and evening sessions Tops 785 attendees and special guests Pat J.'s husband Bob and Regional Director Judy Pettit enjoyed a wine and veggie platter (we are a diet support group after all.)
A good time was had by all
What happens in Lake Placid , stays in Lake Placid
On day two, our division winner Carol D. was honored during the morning session and in the afternoon we watched the procession of KOPS graduates, including our own Pat J. The new KOPS were recognized and congratulated, . The lights were dimmed and each KOPS lighted a candle all around the room to signify the Circle of Hope, and the hope of each member of TOPS to attain KOPS status.
There were other activities during the two days of SRD including the KOPS Tea, a Karaoke Night, farewell to outgoing royalty, introduction of the new royalty for 2014, and the announcement of the site for the SRD in 2015 (Niagara Falls)
Another successful SRD
Thursday, June 04, 2015
Meeting cancelled due opening of SRD in Lake Placid.
A majority of our members will travel to Lake Placid to watch Pat J. and Carol D. receive the recognition they have earned for their successful weight loss.
Congratulations are extended to Pat on her graduation to KOPS status and to Carol D. as runner-up for Division 5 for most pounds lost in 2014.
Way to go, guys!!!! You make us proud
A majority of our members will travel to Lake Placid to watch Pat J. and Carol D. receive the recognition they have earned for their successful weight loss.
Congratulations are extended to Pat on her graduation to KOPS status and to Carol D. as runner-up for Division 5 for most pounds lost in 2014.
Way to go, guys!!!! You make us proud
Thursday May 28, 2015 2014 Awards
Best Loser: Linda L
Wise: Eating planned meals Unwise: Ice Cream
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| Linda L |
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| Carol D and Michael S. Best Loser Division 5 with our Chapter advisor |
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| Janet K and Michael S Best Loser Division 4 and our Chapter advisor And to wrap up our evening, we horned in on the award ceremony to salute Marcia D. Marcia has had a "rough road to hoe" this past year and her friends wanted to make her aware that we are all thinking of her and wishing her the best. She was awarded a bucket of joy containing several mementoes of love and caring. |
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| Marcia D. We also welcome back Gail S. So happy to see you again |
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Best Loser: Sandy
Wise: Drink Water Unwise: Not walking
TOPS NY 785 will be on the road to SRD (State Recognition Days) to be held in Lake Placid, NY on Jun 5th and 6th. Most of our members are slated to go and we used this meeting to go over the program and finalize our plans to meet up as we are all staying in different accommodations. After all, we all need to know where the wine and cheese will be served. (Carol D and Sandy's room) Once we got that settled we discussed the 2014 award ceremony slated for next week.
Wise: Drink Water Unwise: Not walking
TOPS NY 785 will be on the road to SRD (State Recognition Days) to be held in Lake Placid, NY on Jun 5th and 6th. Most of our members are slated to go and we used this meeting to go over the program and finalize our plans to meet up as we are all staying in different accommodations. After all, we all need to know where the wine and cheese will be served. (Carol D and Sandy's room) Once we got that settled we discussed the 2014 award ceremony slated for next week.
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Best Loser: Sandy
Wise: Drink water Unwise: Candy
Two weeks ago, Shelley presented a TOPS program "The Bottom Line" touted as a quick and easy quiz. Well, tops 785 is here to disagree. We continued this program with questions 11 through 24 and we found this quiz to be neither quick nor easy. The quiz , however, did result in a lively discussion about the latest that researchers are finding out about nutrition in relation to diet and disease. We will all have to "hit the books" to bring ourselves up-to-date. Knowledge is power, as the saying goes. Hopefully , this new knowledge will help us all in our weight loss journey.
Wise: Drink water Unwise: Candy
Two weeks ago, Shelley presented a TOPS program "The Bottom Line" touted as a quick and easy quiz. Well, tops 785 is here to disagree. We continued this program with questions 11 through 24 and we found this quiz to be neither quick nor easy. The quiz , however, did result in a lively discussion about the latest that researchers are finding out about nutrition in relation to diet and disease. We will all have to "hit the books" to bring ourselves up-to-date. Knowledge is power, as the saying goes. Hopefully , this new knowledge will help us all in our weight loss journey.
Special Edition May 10 2015
They are at it again!!!
Update on our world travelers
The Disney Tinkerbell 1/2 marathon was held in California for the last leg of the Disney Princess Marathon.
Out intrepid runners/walkers were at it again.
Shelley placed 10,209 out of 11,418 entrants, running/walking this race in 3 hrs 24mins 13secs .
Michael ran/walked his 1/2 marathon in 2 hrs 28mins 16secs placing 2997.
As a result of today's race, our exhausted racers will have to pay overweight charges on their return flight. They will have accumulated 5 (count 'em) 5 medals. One for each of the three races and a fourth for finishing the 2 legs back to back in February in Florida and a fifth for finishing the third leg in the California location.
Way to go!!!!!!
Update on our world travelers
The Disney Tinkerbell 1/2 marathon was held in California for the last leg of the Disney Princess Marathon.
Out intrepid runners/walkers were at it again.
Shelley placed 10,209 out of 11,418 entrants, running/walking this race in 3 hrs 24mins 13secs .
Michael ran/walked his 1/2 marathon in 2 hrs 28mins 16secs placing 2997.
As a result of today's race, our exhausted racers will have to pay overweight charges on their return flight. They will have accumulated 5 (count 'em) 5 medals. One for each of the three races and a fourth for finishing the 2 legs back to back in February in Florida and a fifth for finishing the third leg in the California location.
Way to go!!!!!!
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Best Loser: Carol
Wise: Eat Your Vegetables Unwise: Ice Cream (Did she know tonight's topic?)
Eat Your Vegetables
Our program tonight answers the question "How do vegetables help weight loss?
And the answer is not so simple!!!!
It seems vegetables have a low energy density which means they provide a larger portion size with fewer calories. Many vegetables are
high in fiber which helps you feel full longer. We also covered the best and
worst vegetables -Best: Spinach, Cab bage, Swiss Chard and the Worst: Carrots, Potatoes, Corn. The list is based on the Glycemic Index and the high Glycemic index veggies break down quickly during digestion and release sugar rapidly into our systems. The low glycemic veggies break down slowly and release glucose gradually into our systems.
For a more comprehensive list of glycemic go to :
http://www.bestdiettips.com/how-to-lose-weight-fast/best-and worst-vegetables
Wise: Eat Your Vegetables Unwise: Ice Cream (Did she know tonight's topic?)
Eat Your Vegetables
Our program tonight answers the question "How do vegetables help weight loss?
And the answer is not so simple!!!!
It seems vegetables have a low energy density which means they provide a larger portion size with fewer calories. Many vegetables are
high in fiber which helps you feel full longer. We also covered the best and
worst vegetables -Best: Spinach, Cab bage, Swiss Chard and the Worst: Carrots, Potatoes, Corn. The list is based on the Glycemic Index and the high Glycemic index veggies break down quickly during digestion and release sugar rapidly into our systems. The low glycemic veggies break down slowly and release glucose gradually into our systems.
For a more comprehensive list of glycemic go to :
http://www.bestdiettips.com/how-to-lose-weight-fast/best-and worst-vegetables
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Best Loser
Janet
Wise: Stick to the plan
Unwise: Hot Chocolate as an evening snack
Tonight's program was a quick and easy ???? quiz "The Bottom Line" by Bonnie Liebman for TOPS . We covered questions 1 thru 10. Enough said. We are all going to hit the nutrition books. It seems we all still have a lot to learn.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Best Loser
Marcia
Wise: Drinking water
Unwise: Pizza
Several of our members attended the Inspiration Workshop held this past weekend. They were able to update those members who were not able to attend. We learned the fall rally will be held in Saratoga and more information will be forthcoming.
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Best Loser
Rosalie
Wise: Drinking water
Unwise: Butter popcorn
Our program this evening was an "open mike". The question asked of the members was : Is competition a motivating factor for your membership in TOPS. While some members felt that competing for best loser spot each week did help to keep them on track, others voiced different reasons for their attendance at meetings. Some liked the nutrition info discussed while others felt the weigh-in motivated them to maintain their weight.
We also had a report from Pat and Sandy on the Kops luncheon which both attended.
Thursday, April 09, 2015
A WINNING COUPLE
March's Best This week's
Loser Best loser 
Shelley Michael
Our meeting this week discussed the importance of keeping a food diary also known as journaling. Many of us would rather jump off a bridge than write down every morsel of food we consume. However, if we bite the bullet (zero calories) and actually record our daily intake of food, we generally find many of the trouble spots in our food plan. Some problem areas are portion size, carb laden meals and/or abundant snacking . We can pinpoint problem times, i.e. after dinner snacking or office breaks. Journaling can be an effective tool to help us attain our goal weight.
Other topics included the final list for SRD and awards for the month of March
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