Congrats to a group of 15 amazing individuals that worked together to lose over 460 pounds...During the Holiday season!
Special congratulations to our 2nd Place Winner Bill
BEFORE AND AFTER.....
He's a 47 year old Senior Account Executive, but notes that he's in the worst shape of his life and needs to be healthy for his kids.... and by his 50th birthday! His challenge will be learning to eat differently and planning his food intake, but he is focused on developing long term changes for life long health. One thing you probably didn't know about Bill? About 2 years ago he was in a Quaker Oats commercial.
Lost 64 pounds (24% of his body weight)!!
Triglycerides decreased by 259 points!
Dropped 9" off his waist
Can now do 40 Pushups and run a mile in 8:40
2nd Place Winner - Congratulations!
JIMA sixty-something manager of an I/T department and an admitted workaholic, has learned to accept the stress and long hours of the job, but has also watched both his weight and blood pressure increase over the years.
My reason for being here is not to win any prize, but to get healthy, and to learn how to live healthy. An added benefit will be that my daughters can stop worrying about my health and that I won't have to keep hearing “Dad, you need to start exercising and lose some weight”
Lost 47 pounds (21%)!!
Cholesterol dropped 38 points
Triglycerides dropped 66 points
pushups increased from 1... to 43!
Nancy M
She has been a cardiac rehab exercise tech and Teacher’s Assistant, and at 59 she joins the challenge with primary goals to lower cholesterol, build muscle, and improve her eating habits. While she already does OK, she’s hoping this program will take her to the next level.
Lost 19 pounds (11.9%)
BF% dropped by 5.4 percent!
Can now do 47 pushups
Dawn
She has joined the challenge, because she feel’s she’s at the bottom and it’s time to work her way back up. She will have a challenge finding the energy to get in all of the workouts, but regardless of the competition results, she will win because she is focused on learning the tools she needs to maintain a healthy lifestyle the rest of her life.
BF% dropped 9%
Cut 1 mile run time by over 4 minutes!
Dan B
16 Weeks Later...
Lost 29 Pounds!
Dropped cholesterol, LDL & Triglycerides 25% +
Kathy C
As a 52 year old office manager, she has spent most of her life taking care of others. However, now is the perfect time in her life to make a change. She is very determined to incorporate all aspects of achieving a healthy lifestyle. She may have a difficulty with stress eating, but with a supportive husband of 30 years, and friendly golden retriever sidekick Bella at her side, anything is possible.
Lost 33.5 Pounds
Cholesterol dropped 38 Points
Won our "plateau breaker" award
Kathy
She’s here for more than just a number. She wants to lose weight, but also fit in her clothes, improve her plantar fasciitis, lower cholesterol and triglycerides, and increase energy levels. At 52 years old, she has been able to achieve every goal she’s ever strived for….with the exception of conquering her battle with weight. She may have a tough time controlling portions especially on the weekends, but cares more about her long term health than her short term indulgence with sweets.
16 Weeks Later...
Lost 26 pounds
BF% now under 25%
Lost 7" around the waist
Suzy
She doubles as a realtor and special education teacher, but for the next 16 weeks will be tripling as a largest loser competitor. Her goal is to approach weight loss as a whole body experience: nutrient, exercise, and mind. She might be tempted by an extra glass of wine with dinner, but wants to take her fitness to a new level and notes that she’s more successful when she’s accountable.
16 Weeks Later...
Lost 16 pounds
BF% now 30.7%
Cholesterol 191
Can know do 60 pushups
Nancy S She joins us because she's tired of worrying about high cholesterol, blood pressure, triglycerides, and...being tired! She finds getting motivated to be easy, but the trick is staying motivated. Oh and one more thing... she's here to win!
16 Weeks Later...
Lost 32 pounds (17%)!!
Body fat % dropped 11.4%
Can now do 60 pushups and run a mile in 10:20
Tony
As a 63 year old funeral director, he says he's in the program "because I don't want to be my next client." His difficulty will lie in his Italian traditions of lots of pasta followed by more pasta, but he notes a strong will and great support staff (wife and son) which far outweigh the temptations.
16 Weeks Later...
Lost 27 Pounds
Blood Pressure dropped 35 points
Can now do 30 pushups
Where are the rest?
For those following along at home, you may have noticed that some Fall challengers are not posted in our results section. Why? Many of these challengers have continued with us in their quest to take control of their health and you will be able to see then in 8 or 12 weeks after finishing the next Hard Bodies or Largest Loser program... Stay tuned.