TOPS: Any improvement is a goal reached

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the Bethel Free Will Baptist Church, 1300 S. Summer St, El Dorado Springs Thursday, March 24, for their weekly weigh-in and meeting.
Linda Hall, Leader, called the meeting to order.
Carol led us in singing “Go Go Go To TOPS”
We said our TOPS and KOPS pledges.
Linda led us in roll call and walking reports. Twenty-three members weighed in, we had a Gain of 12.4 lbs. and a Loss of 3.4 resulting in a Net Gain of 9.0 lbs. Best loser for the week was Tammie with a loss of 1.2 lbs.
Marilyn presented the program today. Theme of her program was:
READY………. SET…… SPRING
S SPENDING active time outside for at least 30 minutes 3 X a week.
P PUSH yourself to do a little more at least once a week like walking a little faster or go up an incline.
R REACH out for support if you are having a difficult week your TOPS friends are always here.
I IMPRESS yourself and do something you wouldn’t normally do.
N NOTHING should stand in your way of reaching your goal.
G GREAT things can happen when we take care of our body by having good eating habits and enjoying any kind of exercise.
Make MONDAY your start to a good week, do some stretches, have a good workout and take time to relax.
Exercise is important to keep up strength. Don’t let the winter months allow you to get weak muscles and bones. Start slow and exercise every day. Improvement is a goal!
Marilyn then demonstrated the exercises she has been doing to strengthen her leg after surgery. They are ones everyone should do as they help with strengthening the legs and balance.
Thank you, Marilyn, for a great program.
Marble game: Marie won the right to draw and drew the winning one. She won $17 and the chapter won $17.
Contest: Marilyn said about half of the slots are filled.
Linda Hall said there has been interest from members in doing another Potato Bake. She asked if we wanted to do it this spring. After some discussion it was determined Spring is already here and fall would be best. Robbie made a motion that we hold a Potato Bake on Sept. 15, 2022, Sue 2nd motion carried.
Linda said our Royalty (State Queen, Chapter Queen and Chapter King) lost a total of 168 lbs. She asked about donating $168 ($1 for each pound lost) to the food pantry. Carol made a motion to donate $168 to the food pantry, Laura 2nd motion. Motion carried.
With no other business meeting was adjourned with Linda’s thought of the day: Think about what you need most, and then do it. Is it a cup of tea, a brisk walk, some down time, quiet music, a little rest or reading inspirational literature? Whatever it is, grant yourself permission to do it, even for just a few minutes.
And our Chapter Motto: IF IT IS TO BE IT IS UP TO ME.
TOPS #MO 9319 meets each Thursday morning in the Bethel Free Will Church 1300 S. Summer, El Dorado Springs. Weigh-in starts at 7:45 a.m. the meeting begins at 8:45 a.m. and is over by 10: a.m.
Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. After all, this has been a winning formula for TOPS members just like you for 70 years. We welcome women and men of all ages and couples are encouraged to join. We encourage healthy eating and offer support through our chapter and the National Chapter of TOPS. We have a lot of fun in our weight loss journey and make lifelong friendships. First visit is free with no obligation.
For more information, call Linda Hall at 417 876 7404, TOPS toll-free number 1 800-932-8677 or you can find us on the web at www.tops.org.
Come and join us.