Councilman Invites Residents to Enter The Lose A Million Pounds Challenge

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The communities of  San Jose and the Silicon Valley have banded together to  reach a goal of loosing one million pounds. Thanks to the leadership of City Councilman Pete Constant and a group of non-profit and private sponsors, residents have a website and mobile app where they can learn about ways to lead a healthier lifestyle and where they locate places like local Farmers’ Markets, trails, and recreational areas.

According to San Jose Mercury News story, Constant got the idea for the challenge from a similar challenge which took place during 2011, in Oklahoma City. According the Lose a Million Pounds website, over 50% of San Jose residents are overweight or obese.

Learn more about this initiative and access the Lose a Million Pounds website here.