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hatever the reason people come to U Weight Loss, one thing is for sure — if they are committed to achieving their healthy lifestyle goals, they’ve come to the right place. Franchise owner Monika Abounassar opened U Weight Loss more than five years ago and in that time has helped more than 1,500 Kamloops residents achieve their health goals. The U Weight Loss system is comprehensive, in that it includes one-on-one coaching sessions three times per week, and each client is provided with nutritional counseling as well as a personalized exercise portfolio, along with 5 Star Gold Rated supplements, creating a balanced and enjoyable experience. Clients arrive at the clinic for a variety of reasons, says Abounassar, but generally there’s a triggering factor. “It can be anything from having seen a picture of themselves to having a wedding or a big trip coming up. Some have been to their doctor and have been told if they don’t address their

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Contact: 284 Lansdowne St. 250-434-6474 www.uweightloss.ca

health they’ll become diabetic or have high blood pressure,” she says. While the reasons for seeking change vary, the reason for using U Weight Loss to kick start those life goals are very similar. “We’re all about customer care. We work on a one-to-one basis — everybody’s personality and lifestyle is very different,” she says, as are every client’s specific goals. While one person may want to lose 200 pounds, another may not be interested in weight at all, and is looking for nutritional guidance to improve energy levels. “The very first day is always going to be the most motivational day. They are ready to change their lives.” Abounassar and her staff — Stacey Kendrick and Kristy Tomada — love what they

Monika Abounassar, owner of U Weight Loss, loves her job.

do, she says. Being able to witness the lifestyle transformation their clients go through is often overwhelming. “That’s what it’s all about. They’re able to shop in regular clothing stores and jump on the swings with their kids,” she says of the

simple pleasures many clients now enjoy. “I get to help change people’s lives every day. It’s always different and it’s always fresh. When I look at myself in the rearview mirror at the end of the day, I know I have made a difference in someone’s life.”

Connect with us: Tel: 250.434.6474 Email: ukamloops@uweightloss.com 284 Lansdowne Street Kamloops, British Columbia V2C 1X7

Our Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm Sunday: Closed

of Kamloops 284 Lansdowne St.

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