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I learned about Dr. Ian from TV, I also work for my Uncle who is State Farm agent. After getting the info from him I figured i'd give it a shot. 

My husband is deployed right now for the next 5 months. After having a baby last June I took this as a time to refocus on myself and try to lose the weight. 

I have joined a gym and in 2 months I have lost 16 pounds and 9 inches.  I still have a long way to go (as u can tell by my picture) and I had to LEARN TO LIKE water but IT REALLY DOES help.  Also I drink green tea 4 times a week.

My strategy is if you go work out and look at how many calories you have burned, then when you come home and want that pizza or hamburger or peice of cake-THINK ABOUT THIS-How hard did you just work to burn all those calories that you are about to put back into your body.  This really helps me to push the food away and really think about what I eat.  Also I DO NOT eat anything exept water after 7pm.

I WISH ALL OF YOU THE BEST OF LUCK and I hope to see "less" of us all in the weeks to come!!

GOD BLESS!

Stacy

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You can give up the pounds and pick up a prize. Refer friends and family from April 24 – May 15, 2008, and each successful referral will count as an entry into the contest.

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Grand Prize Winner:

• 2 (two) roundtrip coach airline tickets to the destination of your choice within the continental United States.
• 1 (one) hotel room (double occupancy) for two days and three nights
• 1 (one) $1000 State Farm® Visa Card contingent upon travel - it’s just like cash to spend anywhere Visa is accepted.

Second Place Winner:

• 1 (one) $500 State Farm Visa Card

Third Place Winner:

• 1 (one) $250 State Farm Visa Card

Hurry, contest ends THURSDAY, May 15, 2008!

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Dr. Ian Smith, Challenge Members, this is truly a blessing, given the opportunity to share our Challenges, accomplishments and goals with our brothers and sisters.

When I received a card in the mail from Dr. Ian informing the city of Detroit about The 50 Million Pound Challenge, & how we could become involved, I knew at that moment that this was something special.

When I got to work I shared the information with my co-workers and friends, I was so excited and looked forward to attending the rally in Hart Plaza. The day of the rally, I wasn't able to attend and was very disappointed, but I did not let that stop me. When I logged on to the web site and learned about The Challenge I knew that this was something that I wanted to be apart of.

I signed up and started a team Sisters Inspiring Sisters. I am proud to say that we are 129 members strong and growing. Every time I log on and find that we have a new member, I get even more excited and determined to reach my goal.

As team leader I knew that I had to lead by example. I would send e-mails out every week to all team members encouraging them with a word,  thought for the day, or just sending them love.

Dr. Ian this Challenge has helped me to stay focused and determined to lose weight and be a healthier and happier person.

I work as a receptionist and most of the day I am sitting, so I made up in my mind that no matter what, I was going to walk on my lunch break for 30 minutes and eat a healthy lunch the other 30 minutes.  This has helped me tremendously, I have lost a total of 23 pounds (praise God). I have not been on any diet plan even though I plan to start your extreme fat smasher diet soon.

I feel great. I am 41 years young and I feel better than I have in a long time. Thank you Dr. Ian for being obedient and helping the world become healthier and more knowledgeable about our bodies and what it takes to live longer healthier and happier lives.

Love & Blessing

Lawana R. Williams

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You can hear Lawana and Dr. Ian Friday morning, May 16, live on the Steve Harvey Morning Show!

Dr. Ian was on the Steve Harvey Morning Show live last week, and joining him was one of our Featured Challengers: Lawanna Williams.

Much like Deborah Wright in New York, Lawanna did an extraordinary job representing our Challenge community.

One word sums up her involvement with The Challenge--inspired. Please take a moment to read her story and join her team!

Click here to Join Lawanna's Team: Sisters Inspiring Sisters.