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01/22/2026

Made 2 points banana bread muffin in a mug...I'd never made a mug cake before an it turned out WAY better than I thought! Moist, delicious and took 5 minutes for breakfast!

01/21/2026

GLP-1 injections have been receiving a lot of press over the last few years, however, there are foods that can have a similar effect.

01/21/2026

Due to inclimate weather, our meeting is canceled today. Stay safe! ⛄️ ❄️

01/21/2026

01/21/2026

Today kicks off National — a reminder that health looks different for everyone. At TOPS, we focus on building healthy habits one step at a time, through education, encouragement and accountability, not quick fixes or perfection.

Progress comes from choices you can live with, supported by a community that understands your journey. However you define your healthy weight, you don’t have to work toward it alone. 💙 Share what this week means to you in the comments!

01/16/2026

We’re halfway through January, and Friday’s January 16th planner gives you opportunities to reflect and make plans for the rest of the month. It also gives you practical ideas for day-to-day life.

No matter how January has been so far, there is still so much time left this month to make progress. Above all, we still have the whole year ahead of us. So be patient with your progress and goals. Take things day by day, and be present for those fun and beautiful moments with loved ones.

01/16/2026

WE KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK on our Wednesday weigh ins!
Our losses were 99% out of 100%!
And they were good ones. Who does that in the winter months immediately after the holidays? WE DO!
With that said:
Best Loser was Sue C. and Pat was Runner Up.
Wise activity: Portion control and wise choices.
Important note: 2 members are at their lowest weight in their TOPS history…that is huge!
Linda S offered her program: 15 Cravings that affect your weight Gain/Loss.
Very informative… many learning curves here.
What certain cravings may indicate your body is deficient in.

Positive notes:
When you feel like quitting, remember why you started.

Focus on the vision of yourself you are becoming.

New contest starting for teamwork and incentives.
Some members took advantage of the line dancing offered at the local VFW and others regularly visit our local YMCA, walking, etc. to maintain an active lifestyle.

We are here for us… come join and see what it’s all about!

01/16/2026

A chilly winter’s day can ignite a craving for comfort foods like hearty stews, hot cocoa and freshly baked bread. But this recipe proves that a salad can be...

01/16/2026

Did you know TOPS News online extras are available in the Member Area of our website? Check out our latest extras for the January/February issue! We have a TOPS News quiz (plus an answer key) available as an exciting chapter activity! Plus, find a web exclusive recipe for chia pudding.

Find these resources by logging in and visiting the TOPS News page:
https://hubs.la/Q03-CJnL0

01/15/2026

Weekend is coming up!

We all unwind in different ways. Sometimes, however, we may not know the best way to unwind. Or, we simply don’t prioritize a little time for ourselves on the weekend.

If life has felt like a lot recently, sit down this evening with our weekend unwind ideas and have a think about whether any of these ideas could work for you. We have a range of ideas, including cozy at-home activities and ideas for relaxing. However, some people unwind in different ways, so we’ve also included social ideas, ways to be active, and lots more.

There is also a 3-month seasonal weekend planner you can use to find your free weekends and plan which activities you’d like to do. Some can be as little as 10-15 minutes. The goal is to simply try to find some go-to activities on weekends (or when you’re not working) to give you the reset you need.