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 In the June/July issue, I introduced the Shaklee Cinch Weight Loss Competition and the Vanorsdale family, who joined reluctantly and skeptically, and lost 147 pounds. They had their Shaklee sponsor’s support plus instruction in: nutrition – especially the “Shaklee difference”; exercise; and the philosophy behind many of our weight loss challenges. They learned how Shaklee products help our bodies feel better, and function more optimally.
There were guest speakers from spas, make-over experts, personal trainers, massage therapists, all of whom helped educate the contestants about other aspects of well-being. Weekly prizes and grand prizes were awarded as well.
After the competition ended, Steve lost another 10 pounds, and Stephanie, another 20. They are more than maintaining their healthy weight and lifestyle.
The competition was so successful that the Shaklee Leaders in Hampton Roads decided to hold another one in the summer; at this point, we’re about five weeks into it. Even though summer is not the traditional time to start a weight loss program, the competitors have jumped in and have lost enough weight so far to create another adult.
 Keith was frustrated with his weight gain over the years and felt that nothing worked besides starving himself to death. The Shaklee weight loss program was new to him, so he thought he’d give it a shot. He’s learning how to take better care of his health, not skip meals, eat properly, and manage his food (not his food manage him), and how to work out properly. He’s getting used to new routines and finds them helpful in avoiding unhealthy choices.
Marcy joined because other members of her family were participating and she needed all the support she could get. She feels she cannot do weight loss alone. The speakers’ information and suggestions for specific challenges and encouragement when she didn’t do as well as she thought she should help tremendously. Her big insight: perfection cannot be attained immediately.
Nina wanted to get healthier and feels she’s getting the encouragement to stick with healthier choices. Having a team (the competition encourages teams of 4 because they tend to be more successful than individual participants) counting on you has also helped keep her on track.
Jeff wanted to reclaim his healthier body for the sake of his family and particularly, to keep up with his young son. He feels the weekly sessions give him great support, superb information that helps keep him on target and accountability. His major insight: the general positive attitude keeps him focused and wanting to continue.
Suzy joined to support a good friend as well as to work on her own health challenges. Even though she already had a lot of good habits in place, she benefits from the reinforcement of product information that supports her objectives. Her major insight: good habits need to be monitored.
 When the competition began, there was an air of discouragement in the meeting room. Five weeks into the program as the competitors take major steps in healthier directions such as: giving up 2 liters of soda daily; drinking water at all; drinking more water; portion control; healthier food choices; exercising; supplementing to support their healthier goals, and so on, there is now an air of hope and optimism. I think the most important gift they are giving themselves (and their families) is taking control of their health.
Stay tuned to see how they progress in the next issue. The 3rd Shaklee Weight Loss Competition will start Thursday, September 8th, at 6:30 pm at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3229 MacDonald Road, Virginia Beach 23464 (off Indian River, near Military Highway). The meeting is also broadcast on web-cam for competitors out of area.
For more information, please contact your Shaklee sponsor or me.
 Who is Shaklee?
Shaklee specializes in natural health and prevention, and is proud of their heritage of 50+ years of research, leadership, and product innovation. We’ve always been in the wellness business, and Shaklee products are guaranteed to work! Shaklee offers over 300 unique, patented, and effective natural products, which are proven effective in achieving optimal health.
Shaklee’s high-profile clients include: NASA; the U.S. Olympic Teams (21 medals in Vancouver!); the Daedalus Project (72 mile human powered flight); and many more. Our environmental products have been used worldwide, (including Jacques Cousteau’s ships), and are currently used in both the White House and Vice-President’s residences. Time Magazine and Oprah Winfrey have both selected our “Get Clean” products as their “Best Products of the Year”.
Susan Martin
Shaklee Independent Distributor
Phone: 757- 467-3952
e-mail: mermaid4@cox.net
Website: www.shaklee.net/mermaid
For a healthy you, a healthy home, and a healthy planet.
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