Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Serviceoffice is launching Step Up & Scale Down, a 12-week weight management program.

  The Step Up & Scale Down program is based on the USDA 2010 Guidelines, which are intended to help Americans choose a healthful eating plan.

  The program consists of weekly lessons to help participants move toward a healthier weight and includes a weekly weight check-in, weekly challenge to “stay the course,” Dinner Tonight! healthy recipes and tips, exercise resources, and a weight-loss planner.

  The series will kick off Tuesday, October 1st from Noon to 1:00 p.m. or if that date and time doesn’t work for you; we will offer it on October 2nd from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

  Classes will be held at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office located at 4224 Cobbs Dr., Waco, TX 76710.

  Cost for the 12-week program is $35.00, which includes all course materials.

  To register for this class or if you have any additional questions, please call the office at (254) 757-5180 or email colleen.foleen@ag.tamu.edu.