1199ers: Where are they now?

Christina was featured in our 2024 Members’ Voices Calendar and video (now showing on the Benefit Funds’ YouTube channel). After continuing her weight-loss journey, she decided to step up her game in her kickboxing classes. Challenging herself by increasing the weights she uses has paid off. Now, Christina says she’s gotten stronger, both mentally and physically, and has been able to keep off the weight she lost. Her story was so inspiring, her gym asked her to share her journey as part of a promotional video for them. What’s her secret? “When I focus on my ‘Why,’ I believe I can push through anything!” she said.

When Maxine, who was featured in our 2023 Healthy Living Calendar, learned she could use her benefits to see a nutritionist, she found one right away and she’s glad she did. “It’s great to have another person looking out for my health,” she said. The new member of her medical team recommended she try a GLP-1. So she started on one while remaining a WeightWatchers® member, which has a special plan for GLP-1 users. She’s also walking more—and it’s all paying off. Maxine is happy to report that she’s lost 15 pounds, giving her the energy she needs to do what she loves, like spending time with her sons Logan (a recent West Point graduate) and Bronx Maximus.