Holiday Hold Em-Multi County Online Wellness Program Begins in November

Would you like to maintain or even lose weight this holiday season? A multi-county community wellness program, Holiday Hold’em will begin soon, states Sally Garrett, County Extension Agent - Family & Community Health. This free online challenge is designed to encourage participants to gain no more than 2 pounds during the holiday season. Austin, Colorado, Fayette and Washington Counties will be offering this program starting on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, and will continue through Jan. 2, 2023. On average individuals gain between 8 and 10 pounds during the holiday season. Holiday Hold’em is a six-week challenge to gain no more than two pounds during the holiday season. Starting on November 21 you will weigh in weekly at home, your fitness center, or your preferred site. Taking part in this program for a healthier you will take less than 5 minutes each week. Make it a holiday challenge and get your office, friends and/or family involved. You will receive a Challenge Log to keep track of your progress and each week a health newsletter will be provided to inspire you over the holidays. Anyone who is interested in participating in this on-line challenge can register at https:// fayette.agrilife.org/https-fchtamu- edu. Be sure to register by November 16 so that you are ready for the November 21 kickoff. You’ll be enrolled and begin receiving e-communications starting the week of November 21. If you don’t have an email account, you can still enroll by calling the Fayette County office at (979) 968-5831 to sign up to have the information mailed to you. All participant information is kept confidential.