The group was a little thin on numbers this week to say the least. 6 people were out due to holiday or illness and 4 more took a pass this week. However, we did have 14 people today and those that were there were running on all cylinders (thanks to Courtney’s splashing return).
Armed With Education:
“A big day in the gym might be worth 500 or even 1000 calories, but 1 big day in the kitchen can save you 3000 calories” was just one of the great quotes from the cooking lecture by Dr. Gruss. As the resident chef on staff, Dr. Gruss stepped in to discuss cooking basics and some tips to use the kitchen as a big tool towards our short term and long term goals.
Trainers Intervene: (a message from Tom, Dr. Nick, and Courtney)
WE ARE TAKING THESE UPDATES OVER UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Saturday was a striking confirmation that the January group consists of 3 teams. No, not Phat, Threat, and Buff. The 3 obvious teams in this challenge are:
1) The Top 7
2) The Middle 7
3) The Bottom 7
These teams are not defined strictly by weight but combine your weight loss, work ethic in the gym, attention to detail in the class room, and application of the resources that are provided to you in this program. You won’t find a roster for these teams anywhere—YOUKNOW WHICH TEAM YOU ARE ON. If you don’t, ask us—we will tell you. And don’t even think about asking us where any of the other challengers fall on this list. This isn’t about them, it’s about you. We have a message to each team below. Never mind the other team’s message, just read yours.
To the Top 7:
You inspire us and motivate us. You have surpassed our expectations and have gone above and beyond the call of duty. However—don’t for 1 second get too confident and think that you’re going to coast to the finish. With great power comes great responsibility. We have a dual challenge for you. First, help those in the other 2 teams. You are the leaders of the program and one of the most valuable resources to the rest of the group. Second, surprise us 1 more time. You’ve already impressed us, surpassing surpassed expectations is not going to be easy.
It’s not how fast you start, or the speed you can maintain. Every sport or contest in the world comes down to how you FINISH!
To the Middle 7:
You are 33% of the program, but you deserve 50% of our attention. You give us great effort when you’re in the gym and a pretty solid effort in the kitchen. The last 4 weeks of this program are critical for you. Your challenge in the last 4 weeks of this program is to find a way to dump the baggage. Shed that 1 or 2 little things that have kept you from blowing this thing wide open. You now have a very solid base of education, your fitness is finally blooming, and you have made significant lifestyle changes. NOW IS THE TIME to gather up these resources, aim them all in 1 direction, and blast it home for the last 28 days.
To the Bottom 7:
Don’t for a second think that this is a lost cause. You know what is standing in the way of your progress. You know what needs to be done. Few times in your life are you going to have the resources available to you that you have for the next 4 weeks. UTILIZE THEM!! You have a Medical Doctor, Dietitian, Behavioral Counselor, Personal Trainer, Chiropractor, and your most valuable resource—YOU’RE TEAMMATES! The quote goes “Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8.” Today is the day that you need to stand back up, look yourself in the mirror, and ask the sincere question: “What do I want to make out of the next 28 days?”
The Bottom Line:
We are all here for all of you. DO NOT hesitate to ask us to go the extra mile. Tom runs 60 miles a week, Dr. Nick bikes 100 miles, and Courtney works harder than either of us. We’ll gladly donate one of those miles to you to help you break through to the next level.
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Armed With Education:
“A big day in the gym might be worth 500 or even 1000 calories, but 1 big day in the kitchen can save you 3000 calories” was just one of the great quotes from the cooking lecture by Dr. Gruss. As the resident chef on staff, Dr. Gruss stepped in to discuss cooking basics and some tips to use the kitchen as a big tool towards our short term and long term goals.
Trainers Intervene: (a message from Tom, Dr. Nick, and Courtney)
WE ARE TAKING THESE UPDATES OVER UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Saturday was a striking confirmation that the January group consists of 3 teams. No, not Phat, Threat, and Buff. The 3 obvious teams in this challenge are:
1) The Top 7
2) The Middle 7
3) The Bottom 7
These teams are not defined strictly by weight but combine your weight loss, work ethic in the gym, attention to detail in the class room, and application of the resources that are provided to you in this program. You won’t find a roster for these teams anywhere—YOUKNOW WHICH TEAM YOU ARE ON. If you don’t, ask us—we will tell you. And don’t even think about asking us where any of the other challengers fall on this list. This isn’t about them, it’s about you. We have a message to each team below. Never mind the other team’s message, just read yours.
To the Top 7:
You inspire us and motivate us. You have surpassed our expectations and have gone above and beyond the call of duty. However—don’t for 1 second get too confident and think that you’re going to coast to the finish. With great power comes great responsibility. We have a dual challenge for you. First, help those in the other 2 teams. You are the leaders of the program and one of the most valuable resources to the rest of the group. Second, surprise us 1 more time. You’ve already impressed us, surpassing surpassed expectations is not going to be easy.
It’s not how fast you start, or the speed you can maintain. Every sport or contest in the world comes down to how you FINISH!
To the Middle 7:
You are 33% of the program, but you deserve 50% of our attention. You give us great effort when you’re in the gym and a pretty solid effort in the kitchen. The last 4 weeks of this program are critical for you. Your challenge in the last 4 weeks of this program is to find a way to dump the baggage. Shed that 1 or 2 little things that have kept you from blowing this thing wide open. You now have a very solid base of education, your fitness is finally blooming, and you have made significant lifestyle changes. NOW IS THE TIME to gather up these resources, aim them all in 1 direction, and blast it home for the last 28 days.
To the Bottom 7:
Don’t for a second think that this is a lost cause. You know what is standing in the way of your progress. You know what needs to be done. Few times in your life are you going to have the resources available to you that you have for the next 4 weeks. UTILIZE THEM!! You have a Medical Doctor, Dietitian, Behavioral Counselor, Personal Trainer, Chiropractor, and your most valuable resource—YOU’RE TEAMMATES! The quote goes “Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8.” Today is the day that you need to stand back up, look yourself in the mirror, and ask the sincere question: “What do I want to make out of the next 28 days?”
The Bottom Line:
We are all here for all of you. DO NOT hesitate to ask us to go the extra mile. Tom runs 60 miles a week, Dr. Nick bikes 100 miles, and Courtney works harder than either of us. We’ll gladly donate one of those miles to you to help you break through to the next level.
| Fat to PHAT |
Start Weight |
Week 8 Weight |
Weight Loss |
% Lost |
| Dianne | 252.6 | 226.2 | 26 | 10.45% |
| Mary Anne |
228.8 | Pass | 16 | 6.82% |
| TOTALS | |
|
42 | 8.63% |
| Triple Threat |
Start Weight |
Week 8 Weight |
Weight Loss |
% Lost |
| John | 259.4 | 226.6 | 32.8 | 12.64% |
| Phil | 202.4 | 184 | 18.4 |
9.09% |
| Ted | 320.4 | 302 | 18 |
5.74% |
| TOTALS | |
70 | 9.16% |
| Big to Buff |
Start Weight |
Week 8 Weight |
Weight Loss |
% Lost |
| Stephanie | 184.8 | 161.4 | 24 | 10.82% |
| Peggy | 226.6 | 201 | 26 | 11.30% |
| TOTALS | |
|
31 |
10.82% |
| Track 2 |
Start Weight |
Week 8 Weight |
Weight Loss |
% Lost |
| Becky | 202 | 196.4 | 6 | 2.77% |
| Christine | 186.8 | 179 | 8 |
4.18% |
| Wendy |
162 |
155 |
7 |
4.32% |
| Dan |
240.2 |
229.8 |
10 |
4.33% |
| Tricia |
194 |
178.4 |
16 |
8.04% |
| Mary |
269.2 |
243.4 |
26 |
9.58% |
| Carol |
218.4 |
201.4 |
17 |
7.78% |
| Francesca |
234.2 |
217.6 |
17 |
7.09% |
| Kathy |
167.6 |
158.2 |
9 |
5.61% |
| Erin |
211 |
194.6 |
16 |
7.69% |
| Roy |
186 |
170 |
16 |
8.41% |
| Susanne |
177.4 |
165 |
12 |
6.99% |
| Jason |
271.4 |
256 |
15 |
5.67% |
| Henry |
211.8 |
201.4 |
10 |
4.91% |
| TOTALS |
185 |
6.24% |
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