And the Winners are..... Laura and Joyce!

Congratulations Laura and Joyce with a combined total percentage of weight loss for 60 days of 7.77%. Way to go girls!!

Check out these amazing stats from the competition!

A total of 114.4 pounds were shed for an average of 11.4 pounds per person!

A total of 33 inches off your waist lines for an average of 3.3 inches per person!

A total of 21 inches lost around the hips for an average of 2.1 per person!

A total of 26 inches lost around the right thigh for an average of 2.6 inches per person!

A total of 8 inches lost around the right arm for an average of 0.8 inches per person!

Heath lost another 21 pounds for a total percentage of 8% loss.

Laura lost 17.4 pounds for a total percentage of 8.6% loss.

Bottom line you were all BIG LOSERS!!!!! You have to feel amazing for all of your accomplishments. As your trainers, it has been a true pleasure working with all of you. Your energy was contagious. Thank you all! We know we will continue to see you all around the gym continuing your active lifestyle.

We hope you enjoyed your ColdStone Smoothies. If you are ever craving cold stone, the berry trinity smoothie is relatively low in calories and grams of sugar.

Remember, we all meet back July 23rd. One person will leave $90 richer!!!

Last Chance Workout!

Tonight is your last chance workout! Come prepared to sweat from 6:30 pm - about 7:45. We are going to have one more final group training. 1/2 strength and half cardio!!! Then, it will be final weigh in time! Hopefully you all step on the scale knowing you gave it your best!

Tonight is the night!!!!!

Winners will be posted on the blog Thursday morning! Prize packages will be available at the front desk by June 17th.

Final Days!

So here we are the last few hours of the competition are upon us. Last chance to make the most of this experience. So at this point all we can say is good luck and we will see where the numbers fall. I hope you all have gotten the most from this challenge and learn some new things. Hopefully you've all adopted a new lifestyle that you will lead from here on out.

Couch Potato Quiz

As you know I have a two and a half year old son. In his summer learning book, I found this quiz! Take a minute to take it today.

1) Name three things each day that get you moving.

2) Name three things your do each week that would be considered good exercise.

3) How many hours do you spend each week playing outside or exercising?

4) How much TV do you watch each day?

5) How much time do you spend playing video games or on the computer?

If the amount of time you spend on 4 & 5 is greater than the time spent on 1 - 3, you are headed for a spuds life!

Give yourself a shout out if you are NOT HEADED FOR SPUDS LIFE!

Anyone want a copy of the Activity Pyramid from this book? It is like the food pyramide but breaks down activity into groups. The top of the pyramid, which is similar to sweets, is the activities to cut down ie, TV time, video or computer games, and sitting for more than 30 minutes!

56 down 4 to GO!!

Our competition wraps up this week we hope you all are ready. It's Sunday that gives you 4 more days to make your final stride towards the finish line. What ever you do don't give up, you've come too far now to fall backwards. So for 4 more days give it everything you have, eat the healthiest you have the entire time, and work out the hardest.

Ask!!!!!

Eating out and sticking to a diet is another challenge. NEVER be embarrased to ask how the food is prepared. NEVER be embarassed to ask them to prepare your meal differently. Trust me, they are use to it! Furthermore, it is a lot easier for the cook to prepare steamed veggies instead of one cooked in lots of butter and even easier to prepare a plain piece of chicken. Don't worry about what your friends or family will think either. Most likely they will be impressed with you healthy lifestyle and dedication.

Have a wonderful day! The sun will be shining!!!

I want to hear from you today!

So let's hear from you today. Think about the last 50 plus days. Share your most memorable experience thus far of the competition. First five people to respond just may get a prize!
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Trouble Sticking to Your Diet in Social Settings

The hardest part about sticking to a diet for most people is social settings! Being on a diet does not mean you can not have a life. You just need to amp up your will power and have a plan of action.

Try these tips to eating smart in social settings

1) Never attend a social event on an empty stomach. Have a healthy snack before the event so you are not tempted to make a beeline for the food. Instead, spend time socializing with a glass of water in hand!

2) Use a plate! Limit yourself to one plate of food. Don't just nibble on a little of this and a little of that. You are more likely to remember your caloric intake if you see it all at once on your plate.

3) Be a food snob and don't be embarrassed! Stay away from anything fried or marinated. Although it may look good, it is going to blow your caloric deficit for the day.

4)During moments of weakness, take a quick moment to reflect and visualize the new you! Remember, temporary discomfort and sacrifices equals permanent satisfaction.

Home Stretch

We have about one week left until the end of our competition! These last 7 days you have to give it everything you've got. No slacking, if you've taken a few days off here and there, now is not the time to do you. Your partners are counting on you. If you don't finish strong you may have some regrets and wonder what if. Don't let this be you! So find it deep down inside you to push all the way to the end.

Eye of the Tiger

Last night's group training was great! Kudos to the two teams with both members present, Rachel I and Heath, Carol and Joelle. Rachel S, Laura, and Kerri were there to represent their teams.

As we trained last night, I saw a lot of determination in your eyes!!! You all are going to fight to the finish. Watch out teams in the lead, I was told by those behind they are determined to rise to the top. The next 10 days are going to be the determining factor in which team wins!

KUDOS to Rachel I for holding a plank for what seemed like forever even to those of us watching!!!! Rachel S, you were right behind her.

Tip #1: If you have not planned out you exercise regimen for the remainder of the competition, DO IT! Mark you calendars and don't miss these appointments!

Tip #2: Start thinking about your post competition plan. During your last couple personal training sessions, talk with your trainer about what you can do to keep going post competition.

Have a Terrific Tuesday!

Sunny Monday!!!

I am looking forward to seeing you all at group training tonight! It is going to be a wonderful and fun workout. You do not want to miss this one!

FOOD TIP: "If you can not grow it, don't eat it." You are looking for foods to satistfy your nutritional needs. Processing strips food of it nutrients! Stick to real foods!!!