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Think of what you gain

I do something that works that most people don’t do because they want the easy way out. Like I once did.

I use an eating plan of mostly healthy foods. I watch portion sizes and exercise, exercise, exercise. For a couple of years I tried half-heartedly to lose weight. Then, the day my sister told me she was getting married and wanted me to be her matron of honor, I decided I had to do something right away.

I have lost 63 pounds in a year. I feel great! You just have to commit yourself and be willing to do it, not just for yourself but your family as well. Because when mamma is happy everyone is happy. You gain so much by losing weight: confidence, self esteem and happiness. Good luck to anyone trying, and I hope I have inspired just one person out there to do it.

Chris Baker | Monroe | Union Power Cooperative


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