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My weight had been increasing
steadily for years, and exercise was something dimly
remembered from high school. Initially, my weight
continued to rise until my wife, Sylvia, saw a flyer for
a TOPS Open House at our local chapter, TOPS BC 1327
Sooke. There I found the support I needed to begin my
journey. I began learning tricks, such as using smaller
plates, to assist with portion control to help me reach
my goal.
I reached my goal weight in
September 2006 and was very honored to represent British
Columbia as 2006 Provincial King. My waist size has gone
from 46" to 34", and my shirt size has gone from an XL
to a Medium.
Since being crowned Provincial
King, I have had my story printed in our local
newspaper, and that article was posted on a bulletin
board at work. Many people have approached me to ask
about TOPS and how I began my weight-loss journey. I
have also been told that I inspired people to lose
weight, as well. That is an amazing feeling.
TOPS has changed my life in many ways. Not only have I
lost weight and maintained it for three years, I have
met many wonderful people who I am proud to call
friends. The support from my TOPS chapter and my weekly
weigh-ins help me stay focused on the goal of keeping
off the weight, and my successes as a KOPS help my
fellow chapter members stay motivated.
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