By this time, most of you have seen Dr. Ian's email from last week. Here's a reminder if you missed it:
"We can get overwhelmed at times by our ultimate goals. Try setting smaller goals that will collectively propel you towards your dream weight or figure. Let me help you out—aim to lose 10 pounds over the next 10 weeks—by the end of April. Commit to the diet and exercise plan that will work for you. Remember to record your progress and let us know how you are doing."
Never forget, we are in this fight together. Back in November '07, we set a Challenge goal to reach our first million pounds... and we did it. Now we're setting personal goals, and we need one another just the same.
Let's make the right and healthy decisions to be ten pounds lighter by the end of April! Take a moment to navigate the tools and resources available to you for FREE on the site. Implement the plans that will help you drop your next ten pounds.
Comments (65)
I joined when you and State Farm joined together and I lost 10 pds., I am at a standstill and I really really need help. I need better eating habits and I have really slacked on my exerzise. Please help me!
Posted by arethea | August 29, 2008 7:49 PM
Posted on August 29, 2008 19:49
Hello, I’m a mother of two, age 27 height 5’4” and weigh 400. I’m tired of dieting but don’t want surgery. Any suggestions?
Posted by natasha crook | August 29, 2008 4:25 PM
Posted on August 29, 2008 16:25
I been trying very hard to lose at least 10 more pounds. When I start I was about 207 lbs and now I am 160. I've been trying to get to 150 or 145. I eat clean, sometime I eat too clean and I walk 35 min Mon- Thur. at work during my lunch and about 1 1/2 hours in the afternoon and on Saturday. I walk at least 7 miles and how come I can't lose this miserable 10 pounds!!!! Please help me.
Posted by vilma | August 28, 2008 8:07 AM
Posted on August 28, 2008 08:07
Wow I'm excited about losing 10 pounds in 10 weeks. Currently I'm at a stand still 178-182 trying to reach 150-164 range,Height is 5'8. Together supporting one another we can do it for better HEALTH.
Posted by Terri | August 28, 2008 7:33 AM
Posted on August 28, 2008 07:33
I am really struggling to loose my last 35 more pounds. I've lost 25 pounds over the past year but I am really having trouble now. I try to eat right and I do good during the day but it's at night when I fall apart. I feel like going to Wal-Mart and finding something to take to curb my cravings I would rather not go that route though. I just want to eat at night. Please help! I'm also having trouble getting back into the gym I feel like I'm waisting $20 a month by not going but just can't get it going. Thanks for any suggestion at all.
Posted by Eulanda | July 29, 2008 4:55 PM
Posted on July 29, 2008 16:55
How do I loose weight?
Posted by Melissa Johnson | June 9, 2008 11:30 AM
Posted on June 9, 2008 11:30
Hi, Dr. Ian
hi ladies im glad to have joined a program that gives so much support. i am 24 yrs and weigh around 298 pounds. i have been struggling with my weigth for some time now and im ready for a change. i cant believe at a long age you can go through so much but recently i got diagnosed with high cholestrol and already have high blood pressure and diabetes but with God and the support of this program i want 2 make a change. im ready
sincerly
making it great in 08
Posted by latrease | June 7, 2008 6:28 PM
Posted on June 7, 2008 18:28
I have been trying (sort of) to lose weight for about 4 years and I have gone up and down from 252 down to 218 and back up to 252 and now I have been steady at 244...I need to lose more before my health starts to deteriorate. I am only 5'6". Help
Posted by Carlos | June 6, 2008 3:04 PM
Posted on June 6, 2008 15:04
Hi everyone. I am writing because I really need the help of you successful ppl. I have tried over and over again. Today I gave up. I am so tired of yo-yo dieting. I keep reliving the fact that I lost 81 lbs. but I can't do it now. I have a severe eating problem. I realized that when I tracked what I ate and I see I give into my impulse cravings. I just don't know how to turn them off. I am desperate for some support and help. I always wanted to keep it private and hide behind my happy mask. But I am tired of pretending and am genuinely seeking help. Help me stick to it. I want to do the 10 lbs in 10 weeks but everytime I set a goal I gain the weight instead of lose it. So ig anyone is willing please come forward. Trust me when I say all comments are welcome. Helpful ones that is! Thank you all so much.
Posted by Ms.Mona | June 5, 2008 10:19 PM
Posted on June 5, 2008 22:19
Anyone in the KC MO area that want to buddy with me on this program? Thanks... it's gonna happen for each and every one of us... Good luck to everyone...
Posted by tasha | June 5, 2008 7:13 PM
Posted on June 5, 2008 19:13
I have been trying to lose weight for a long time. I need help. My health is a problem if I do not trying to loss weight soon.
Posted by Debra | June 5, 2008 4:26 PM
Posted on June 5, 2008 16:26
Dear Dr. Ian
I was doing well until I went to the Dr. and he informed me I needed breast surgery so I feel off the weight wagon and gained not only the 5 pounds but my butt found 5 more pounds. Once I recovery 100% I will work harder.
Thanks for your support Dr. Ian
Posted by Cynthia | June 5, 2008 8:39 AM
Posted on June 5, 2008 08:39
DR. IAN,
I HAVE BEEN STRUGGLING WITH MY WEIGHT FOR SOME TIME NOW BUT I FINALLY JOINED CURVES AND STARTED DIETING AND BEING CONSISTENT WITH THE THINGS I AM SUPPOSED TO DO. NOW I CAN PROUDLY SAY THAT I HAVE LOST 20 POUNDS. I AM SO THRILLED BECAUSE I HAVEN'T BEEN THIS SMALL IN OVER TEN YEARS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ENCOURAGEMENT AND I HOPE I CAN KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Posted by marguerite hollingsworth | June 5, 2008 8:11 AM
Posted on June 5, 2008 08:11
I'm up for the challenge but my health is out of control it is hindering my motivation. What do you do when your obese, have severe osteo-arthritis and RA and still have major side effects from chemotherapy.
Do you think hand weights and chair exercises will do anything for me?. I started off 286 pounds before cancer. Today I'm at 252 pounds but I can't take credit for this weight loss. I need a exercise routine that will give me aerobics since I cannot ride a bike/stationery or any other kind and walking is very slow due to the OA and RA. Help me stay moving and motivated. Can I improve my health at this stage of the game?
Posted by Myra Braggs | March 31, 2008 1:37 AM
Posted on March 31, 2008 01:37
I'm ready for the challenge a little late start but im ready to loose my first 10 let the SMASH begin
Posted by morgan30 | March 30, 2008 3:41 PM
Posted on March 30, 2008 15:41
I first like to apologize for my weight yesterday. I did it wrong and I couldn't change it. The weight that is there now is correct. I have a feeling that I am going to be blessed by this.Looking forward to doing this, I am new here so any comments or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by Janine | March 28, 2008 1:12 PM
Posted on March 28, 2008 13:12
Hello All,
I started in January 27 to put my mind into losing weight. I am 5'6", and when I went to the doctor twice, I weighed 163...so far, I weigh 150. However, lately my scale reads 153, then 151 or then 152 and then back to 150 so I am having a problem in knowing what's the exact weight I have lost...I have targeted to 150 since I weighed myself again this morning & that's what it read. I hope I am doing this right. I have been using the cycling bike at least 3 times a week for an hour, some light weights for my arms & eating in moderation..always important to eat my breakfast (I bought some boxes of bran cereals that help my stomach not make any rumbling noises in the morning before lunch)....fruits are great (plums, grapes, pears), lots of 90 calorie granola bars (they help with my sweet tooth)and my fiance & I have been eating more fish (not fried) instead of red meat. Tilapia, Catfish & Salmon with some seasoning is tasty with vegetables (greens like asparagus, string beans, even canned beets) or a little portion of brown rice. The light progresso soups are good once in a while (just have to minimize the sodium)...I am trying to drink lots of water but I have not been successful with that so I'll keep trying...I guess switching it up a bit makes a difference so I pray to God we stick to this so that I can keep losing weight not just to feel better but to stay healthy. Thanks so much!!! Any tips, please feel free to let me know!
Posted by Anonymous | March 26, 2008 9:53 AM
Posted on March 26, 2008 09:53
What can I do to help myself loose more weight. I go to school and work 40 to 60 hrs a week plus I have school every night except Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On those days I have to run around for the kids all weekend. Help me please.
Posted by Nikkitia | March 24, 2008 10:34 PM
Posted on March 24, 2008 22:34
I'm ready to do this, I need to do this for myself and my health!
Posted by Luvlytt | March 24, 2008 7:11 PM
Posted on March 24, 2008 19:11
Hi Everybody,
I am happy to see that all of my ladies are doin the d*^& thing with losing their weight. I know it's hard but I know you all can do it. I made a commitment to start losing weight on 3/24/07. I used to live in CA and weighed around 160 which is my ideal weight according to my height of 5'11. I am 36yrs old this year. I had my first child 2-1/2 years ago which he will be 3 in June(hi baby). My weight increased from 160ish to 228 since i've moved back to Texas over 6 years ago. It's funny how your environment can affect you in so many ways. CA is all about glamour and keepng up with the "jones" as they say. When I moved back to Texas the weight started to slowly come on. Not saying that the south doesn't care about appearance or anything like that. I just think that the south has a different mentality. Not getting into the differences in the way the south and west coast mentalies are but some of you know what I mean. Anyway, back to what's more important at this time. I am proud to say that I have lost 40 pounds since I first started. I know some are saying I should have lost more by now and you are right, but i'm just taking my time one pound at a time. I do not deprive myself of anything. I don't do any diets. I've tried every diet there is but it didn't work. Actually I think all diets work but it's the mind that has to work first. I think losing weight is a mind thing. I had to make up in my mind that I wanted to lose the weight. Once I did that, it started coming off. What I do is simple: I limit the amount of sodas, sweets and fast foods.(Notice I said limit-not exclude:sorry Dr. Ian) I used to eat these things on a daily basis. Now I eat six meals daily. I love my special k w/yogert cereal in the morning along with a yogurt(the kind that you think with a straw),one cup of coffee(used to have 2 a day). Now i'm down to about 3 cups a week and eventually i'll stop. At few hours later I'll have fruit, for lunch I eat south beach diet luncheables(for the portion control and I don't like to cook, they come with a jello for sweets craving). Then around 2pm i'll eat about 10 almonds(which is another snack and a yogert or fruit). Finally for dinner i'll have whatever I want (say if it's fast food, like Jackinthebox-Grilled Chix sandwich with 3 jalapino bombers(not 7 and no fries). Or i'll do a happy meal instead of the #3 supersized. I eat before 6pm no later than 7pm. If i'm hungry afterwards I'll eat a piece of lunch meat with a slice of fat free cheese. In a day I drink lots of water. I drink at least 5 of those 16.5 oz bottles a day.(they say you should drink 1/2 of your body weight in water per day. I know i would have lost a lot more had I excerised but i don't like to exercise. I made a commitment this year that I will start by at least walking 30-45 minutes 3x's a week. Well, that is my story and hopefully the next time I blog I will be halfway at my goal weight. Until next time.
Blessings,
Terra
Posted by Terra | March 24, 2008 9:25 AM
Posted on March 24, 2008 09:25
Help. I would love to lose 10pd. But I get so hungry at night. I mean I feel my stomach rumble and turning. Help. Any suggestion on how to curve night time hunger.
Yazzmenie
Posted by yazzmenie | March 24, 2008 12:25 AM
Posted on March 24, 2008 00:25
I'm in to win . . .again! I lost 50 pds a year ago and then most of it back! But I'm encouraged because now I KNOW I can do what had always eluded me. . . I will lose the 10 in 10 weeks . . .2 down and 8 more to go!
Posted by Monica | March 23, 2008 7:59 PM
Posted on March 23, 2008 19:59
I am ready to lose the 10 lbs in 10 weeks, I tought that black females were suppoose to hav e the big butt and big chest, I just checked my BMI and I am obese,WHO ME? It's about that time to get it together.
Posted by Danielle | March 22, 2008 5:38 PM
Posted on March 22, 2008 17:38
i'm in!
Posted by marvalus | March 20, 2008 11:24 PM
Posted on March 20, 2008 23:24
I'm up to the challenge...good luck to all!
Posted by Maxine | March 20, 2008 12:46 PM
Posted on March 20, 2008 12:46
Since becoming an empty nester, the challange has been easier. It's all about me now baby and I'm redefining what to do when the kids leave home. My son and I are both in college and I plan to graduate a trim, slim, sexy 54 year old grandmother of four with a degree in microbiology!
Posted by Michelle | March 20, 2008 9:47 AM
Posted on March 20, 2008 09:47
i have always been what they say " a big boy"..with Gods help count me in I want to lose 10lbs in 10 weeks..
Posted by carlos turner | March 19, 2008 6:21 PM
Posted on March 19, 2008 18:21
Since I started in July 2007, I lost pretty good. I got off track after the passing of my mother on Christmas Eve and I have gained most of it back. I need help to get back on track and to stay focus on my goal, which is 130lbs. Any suggestions greatly appreciated. I'll try the 10lbs in April, also.
Posted by Adriane Wilson | March 19, 2008 12:02 PM
Posted on March 19, 2008 12:02
I understand about the small goals thing, but I'm still planning on 20 by 4/10... :: fingers crossed ::
Posted by Darkberry | March 19, 2008 10:16 AM
Posted on March 19, 2008 10:16
I'm committed to losing 10 pounds in 10 weeks! Good luck to all of you!
Posted by Rochelle | March 18, 2008 11:25 PM
Posted on March 18, 2008 23:25
I excited to set an attainable goal I can't wait to release 10 pounds. I'm ready for the challenge...
Posted by Yolanda | March 18, 2008 10:19 PM
Posted on March 18, 2008 22:19
Count me in for 10 in 10, good Luck everyone
Posted by TravelLady | March 17, 2008 4:57 PM
Posted on March 17, 2008 16:57
I except this challenge to lose 10 pounds by April 30th.
Posted by Clarice | March 17, 2008 1:28 PM
Posted on March 17, 2008 13:28
I want to join the team also. I know it is said to get a friend to join, but I cannot find anyone to take it as serious as I do. You out there will have to be my team mate.
Posted by shirley eason | March 16, 2008 8:04 PM
Posted on March 16, 2008 20:04
I am in for the game. I am going to try to lose 10 pounds by the end of April.
Posted by Rita W. | March 16, 2008 11:40 AM
Posted on March 16, 2008 11:40
I'm looking forward to losing 10 or more pounds. Not just for me, but for my family! God Bless everyone, and remember (WE CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO GIVES US STRENGTH)!
Posted by marquita | March 15, 2008 7:39 AM
Posted on March 15, 2008 07:39
Hey everyone, I am in fun the lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks. I don't have a group, so I hope you will accept me in yours. Good Luck
Posted by Rubeana | March 15, 2008 6:36 AM
Posted on March 15, 2008 06:36
I know I can do this, we can do this. Let's support each other. I am ready for the challenge. I want to start living again...
Posted by Rhonda | March 14, 2008 10:16 PM
Posted on March 14, 2008 22:16
Hello everyone, please count me in for 10 pounds in 10 weeks.I have tried everything and the weight isn't coming off fast enough, but I refuse to give up!!!!
Posted by Carolyn Eubanks | March 14, 2008 9:51 PM
Posted on March 14, 2008 21:51
count me in 10 pounds in ten weeks or less.
Posted by Cheryl W. | March 14, 2008 11:09 AM
Posted on March 14, 2008 11:09
Hey everyone, will be coming aboard with 10
pounds, 10 weeks. This can be accomplished.
Good Luck to everyone.
Posted by mrsande | March 14, 2008 9:11 AM
Posted on March 14, 2008 09:11
Count me in! I want to lose 10 lbs by the end of april!
Posted by janeen1138 | March 13, 2008 7:59 PM
Posted on March 13, 2008 19:59
I have tried everything and can not lose weight.
I have been strenght training with a trainer 3x a week, 1 hour long each for the last 3 months. I also go to the gym for at aleast 45 minutes 2 - 3 times a week, and have changed my eating habits. Nothing whited. Have also had my thyroid checked several times. It is fine. HELP. HELP.
Posted by VERONICA | March 13, 2008 4:31 PM
Posted on March 13, 2008 16:31
I am starting today to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. I am not as concerned about my weight as I am about my health and the health of my children. I truly want to be a role model for them,letting them know that if I can do it at 42 it's not to late for them.
Posted by Jurett | March 12, 2008 5:44 PM
Posted on March 12, 2008 17:44
I started on feb 12 and I have lost 13 IBS!!! I am so motivated to keep it going and to get to my goal. I have 45 more to go and I know I can do it. Good luck to everyone!! :)
Posted by Chel | March 12, 2008 11:59 AM
Posted on March 12, 2008 11:59
I am game to lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks. i feel i have a lot to lose 100lb. BUt I have lose 2 so far wish me luck. I need alot of support.
Posted by Rosemary | March 11, 2008 9:42 PM
Posted on March 11, 2008 21:42
I just joined today. I am going to take the challenge and try to loose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. Good luck everyone.
Posted by stephanie Frazer | March 7, 2008 5:59 PM
Posted on March 7, 2008 17:59
I accepted the chaleenge and I'm looking for folks in the Atlanta, GA area with no team or who have a team which I can join. I just recently joined the challenge a week ago and would like to connect with some folks in the metro area for support. My Goal is 130lbs by summer of 2009. Since november I have lost 45 lbs of my total goal.
Posted by Mac | March 7, 2008 3:14 PM
Posted on March 7, 2008 15:14
I know I can do this.....I am ready...
Posted by olivia | March 5, 2008 10:19 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 22:19
HI i'm ready to lose 10 pounds by April so count me in. But i'm not with a team so can I pleaseeeeee get some support from someone!!!! Thank you. And good luck everyone!!!!
Posted by Anonymous | March 4, 2008 5:21 PM
Posted on March 4, 2008 17:21
To all who have no team, even if you don't live in Wichita, join my team, the Wichita Angels 2008, we can lean on and encourage each other to keep going. I have lost 3 lbs so far. Good luck to everyone. God Bless!
Posted by Tamara Thomas | March 4, 2008 9:00 AM
Posted on March 4, 2008 09:00
Count me in I want to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. Good Luck to everyone.
Posted by Ms Benz 8 | March 4, 2008 7:35 AM
Posted on March 4, 2008 07:35
Hi I have accepted the challenge to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. Since my husband's deployment exercise has now been included in my routine as a stress reliever! I'm excited! We can do this! Go team:)
Posted by Lisa | March 3, 2008 8:00 PM
Posted on March 3, 2008 20:00
I have been working on loosing weight for a while and believe if I can get 10 pounds off it will boost my confidence that I can reach my goal, so I appreciate the challenge.
Posted by Belinda Richardson | March 3, 2008 4:12 PM
Posted on March 3, 2008 16:12
I am in. I just signed up but think it will help to have others shooting for the same goal.
Posted by Sue | March 1, 2008 3:46 PM
Posted on March 1, 2008 15:46
Im up for the challenge, no team either just
need support. So far I have lost 1 pound this week. 9 more to go!
Posted by tangiejon | March 1, 2008 3:40 AM
Posted on March 1, 2008 03:40
I accept this challenge to lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks. I know it's gonna be hard, but I'll just have to step up my game. Wish me luck!
Posted by DJ | February 28, 2008 10:32 AM
Posted on February 28, 2008 10:32
I'm also in for the 10lbs in 10 weeks. I am going to work at losing more than 10 but as stated before "smaller goals is also a good start" I also have all of you as my team.
Posted by Felicia Polk | February 27, 2008 7:11 PM
Posted on February 27, 2008 19:11
I will accept this challange. 10 pounds in 10 weeks, thats just the boost that I need. getting a little sluggish. time to step up and stay focus.
Posted by pamela | February 27, 2008 3:46 PM
Posted on February 27, 2008 15:46
I'm in. I know I don't have a team either, but good luck everyone.
Posted by Natasha H | February 27, 2008 3:32 PM
Posted on February 27, 2008 15:32
I want the challenge to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks. Good luck everyone. We can do it....
Posted by Anonymous | February 27, 2008 7:53 AM
Posted on February 27, 2008 07:53
I am in on this challenge it always helps when you do it in a group effort good luck everyone..
Posted by christine | February 27, 2008 5:13 AM
Posted on February 27, 2008 05:13
Im ready to lose ten pounds by April!! I dont have a team as well So Im looking here for support :)
Posted by Crystal | February 26, 2008 9:47 PM
Posted on February 26, 2008 21:47
I am on board for losing 10 pounds by the end of April. I don't have a team at this point so I am adopting all of you to be my team, ok?
Good luck everyone!!! No, let's stay focused and work hard!!!
Posted by Joseyn | February 25, 2008 10:53 PM
Posted on February 25, 2008 22:53
I want to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks.
Posted by Shawnna | February 25, 2008 12:19 PM
Posted on February 25, 2008 12:19