"It’s not that I lost the weight; it’s that I found my life."

When I was 350 pounds, I was pretty much a shut-in. I call it my lost decade. My friend invited me to the gym, and I thought it was a great place to start losing weight—but I knew my diet had to change too. I had no idea where to go, so I called my mom, and she told me to check and see if there was a TOPS chapter in my neighborhood. Sure enough, there was one right around the block.

I like that TOPS didn’t tell me what to eat or what to do right away, they just encouraged me to make minor, healthier changes. I also enjoyed the accountability and support I received from people who can relate to the struggle and understand where I’m coming from. I enjoy living life far more now. I swim, I bike, I run triathlons—I feel fantastic. It’s not that I lost the weight; it’s that I found my life.

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You only get out of TOPS what you put into it. We can't guarantee weight loss just by attending meetings, but we can offer support through each stage of your weight-loss journey. Your results may vary.