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I learned about The Challenge riding into work one morning and listening to the Steve Harvey Morning Show on the radio. I rushed into work so I could hear the rest.
I was already dieting and exercising at the time, but Dr. Ian really made me want to meet my weight goal even more. I felt like joining this Challenge could do that.
I've lost 33 pounds since I've joined The Challenge. My total weight loss since my life change in February 2007 has been 56 Lbs!
I'm very proud of myself and I know you are as well, Dr. Ian. I've been tracking my weight on the web site. I get weighed almost every Monday at work, and I keep a print out of my weight loss to remind me of all of the hard work and effort I put in. I have included before and after pictures of myself as well.
I just want to thank Dr. Ian & Steve Harvey because if I would have not been listening to the radio, I would have never really gotten to hear the importance of this 50 Million Pound Challenge.
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Comments (14)
congrats on your weight loss, i just came to site and have been inspired to get up off the couch and do something. I want to enjoy life and not let it pass me by. Reading these posts keeps me inspired!!
Posted by stephanie | June 7, 2008 10:07 AM
Posted on June 7, 2008 10:07
Hey Jamie
I bet you can't believe who this is..... it Tammy from the old neighborhood I am so proud of you keep it up I my self have just started the 50 million pound challenge and I just think that it is great that you have lost 56lbs.
Don't stop or let anything get in your way.
Keep the Faith
(Tony Little Sister)
Kanika "Tammy" Gossett
Posted by Kanika "Tammy" Gossett | May 9, 2008 10:07 PM
Posted on May 9, 2008 22:07
hey i am very proud of you.I just signed up today and i am excited to get started.I had a baby 7 months ago and haven't lost a pound yet.I felt defeated and looking at your blog has modivated me yo do it and that i can do itThanks alot and keep up the good work.
Posted by Kristy Williams | May 8, 2008 7:36 PM
Posted on May 8, 2008 19:36
Congrations, keep up the good work.
Posted by Kesha | May 4, 2008 3:45 PM
Posted on May 4, 2008 15:45
Jamie., I want to congratulate you on your success. I just signed up for this challenge today and I was looking for some inspiration to get started. Your story was very inspiring. I am very excited about losing my first pound. I think I'll use your idea about printing out my weight to track it and use for even more motivation. This is a very important decision and I don't take it lightly. I knew I did not want to take pills or have surgery. For the first time, I feel like I can really do this without those things.
Posted by Dianne Milem | April 28, 2008 1:56 PM
Posted on April 28, 2008 13:56
WORK IT GIRL!!! I know am very happy for you. Keep up the good work! I went to Quick Weighloss March 23 and its the 23 of April and I have lost 17lbs with them but 27+ with the Challenge! Knowing what to eat/how to eat/exercising... BELIEVING it can be done, 1lb at a time... got me here- I am looking forward to watching your success... and documenting me mine as well as we lose ourselves to a healthier way of living. BLOOD PRESSURE has been regulated for 3 straight weeks now! From Stage 2 Hypertension... It can be done. Let's do it together.
Posted by Rayshoun Chambers | April 23, 2008 1:26 PM
Posted on April 23, 2008 13:26
Congrats Jamie and keep up the good work. By reading you story it give me inspiration to try and meet my goal. YOU GO GIRL!!!!!
Posted by Tracie | April 23, 2008 12:19 PM
Posted on April 23, 2008 12:19
Hi, just wanted you to know that there is someone out there that is behind you looking at you only encorages me and also others.
Posted by Sharanea | April 22, 2008 5:15 PM
Posted on April 22, 2008 17:15
Hey Jamie,
Congratulations! You look really great. I started the program back last year but haven't been keeping track. You have encouraged me to get back on track. I am watching what I eat and have started an exercise program.
Posted by Lisa Thomas | April 21, 2008 9:34 AM
Posted on April 21, 2008 09:34
I was listening to the Steve Harvey morning show on 01/16/08 and I immediately went to the website and signed up for the 50 million pound challenge. I currently use weight watchers as a weight management plan and I track my weight progress on the 50 million pound challenge website and on the site I've lost 19 pounds but my total weight lost using the weight watchers plan since Semptember '07 is 48 pounds just from exercising and changing my eating habits. I'm looking forward to earning my 50 pound star this Thursday. Thank you to weight watchers and Dr. Ian Smith. For encouraging lifestyle change through better eating and exercise while the rest of the world pushes starvation and surgery.
Posted by Nadia | April 21, 2008 8:28 AM
Posted on April 21, 2008 08:28
Congrats on your journey and best wishes for continued weight loss and success!
Posted by Anonymous | April 21, 2008 4:43 AM
Posted on April 21, 2008 04:43
Jamie, I clicked the wrong button here....way to gogirl!
Posted by Rose Marie Schaff | April 20, 2008 12:03 AM
Posted on April 20, 2008 00:03
This is my first day joining the challenge, but actually, I started at 278 lbs. I am currently on paid leave through the state's Labor & Industries, as I was injured on the job back in June of last year; I am a truck driver and compressed my spine while working at a construction site. I used to eat mostly fried foods, fast foods, and even though I had a physically demanding job, I still couldn't lose weight. I was also a very heavy smoker, for over 36 years. I have been homebound, with no way to exercize; last February, I started having severe anxiety and panic attacks, and learned I have severe depression, heightened by menopause. This was life changing for me. I started on medication, and my outlook on life has dramatically changed. I not only changed my emotional state, but my diet and lifestyle as well. I quit smoking on March 13th, and have not smoked since, and have not used any medicinal aid to do so. I now eat only lean meats, fish, plenty of fruit and even more vegetables, milk and yogurt...lots of water. Even though I am not able to vigorously exercize, I am doing physical therapy exercizes and walking at least 15 minutes a day, thanks to a nerve block series that has helped manage my pain. My energy level has improved dramatically, and the weight is coming off at a consistent rate! I am determined to get to my target weight of 190; 170 would be better, but I have a very large bone structure, and do not want to be too thin. I just KNOW I can do this...and if I can, ANYONE can!!!
Posted by Rose Marie Schaff | April 20, 2008 12:01 AM
Posted on April 20, 2008 00:01
Congrats Jamie! I too keep my print outs of my weight as a reminder. Continue to fight this fight and remember that you are not alone. I'm greatful for the challenge because it has brought about so much awareness that we seem to forget at times. Best of Luck to you!!
Posted by Charmen Daley | April 18, 2008 6:02 PM
Posted on April 18, 2008 18:02