Seeing people achieve success in their health and fitness goals brings me great delight. Since beginning my career in the health and fitness industry in 1978, I have worked with thousands of individuals, in one way or another, to help them be happy with their overall health, fitness, lifestyle, energy and their appearance.
This community’s Weight Loss Challenge has been a great opportunity for me to motivate a new group of eager participants and guide them along the path of improved health, weight loss and increased energy.
It has been such an inspiration to me to see these folks come back week after week for a weigh-in and informative class on very practical topics, such as: Dining Out, Portion Control, Exercise, Stress Management and more. The accountability and camaraderie have been vital components to the success of the individuals and the program. These men and women are truly excited for each other’s achievements.
If you recall, the participants invested a mere $39 to join this 12-week program. The biggest loser will win $500 and the 2nd and 3rd biggest losers will win $300 and $200, respectively. Several of the local businesses: Umpqua Bank, Curves, Fitness 19, California Family Fitness, Bel Air, Family Community Church and Family Books & Gifts have donated facilities, prizes and services to show their support in making our community healthier and lighter!
The total weight loss for the three groups that began in June is over 600 pounds! Not only are they losing weight, but these energetic participants are creating new, healthier habits, exercising regularly and becoming more aware of the necessity of making the right choices for their lifestyle. Our goal is to have them make permanent changes that will affect their overall health and their future in a positive way.
Clearly, the accountability, the consistency, the camaraderie and the incentive of prizes have all been key in keeping these folks on top of their winning, or should I say “losing” game.
The final weigh-in celebration and announcement of the prize winners is September 3, at Family Community Church. We will give you pictures and stats next month. In the meantime, if you would like additional info about any weight loss challenge classes in your neighborhood, visit www.weightlosschallenge.com.