The 50 Million Pound Blog

Like my mother always says, when you get sick and tired of being sick and tired, you WILL do something about it.... and you have!!!!!
Congratulations and continued success!!!!
We are all in this together!!!!
Deborah Wright
Fellow Featured Challenger

Pauline, your picture shows a person who is happy with herself and that is all we can ask. You go, girl, and keep up the good work, the beautiful smile, and the good health. I am inspired. Debrah D

Trina....Good to hear you have joined the challenge and better yet to hear from you! I am down to 150 and up & down 3 or 4 lbs, so PLATEAU CITY! The Holidays are no help! I hope you are doing well in KY and the family can be with you soon. Happy Holidays to all!

Hi Pauline,

I remember when you first came in the office talking about this challenge and suggesting that we all get in on it. Too busy with work at the time, I smiled at your excitement, but din't log on to the site. Today, I saw a commercial on TV and logged on thinking back to your initial excitement. Imagine my amazement at seeing you as a featured challenger. Now in KY alone, I am searching for anything to keep me busy (with less work, no kids and husband, I am going mad slowly). I know all the "right things" to do, but hardly touch my treadmill or work out CDs and have taken up late snacks. I have gained 5 lbs in the last month and as you know, one pound can make a difference in the military. So I am joining the challenge this evening to lose those 5 plus another 10 or so. The biggest thing for me is not so much the actual weight numbers than inches in the stomach, thighs and bottom. Anyway, I'm glad I logged on and it's good to see a familiar face (even if it is online). Take care and good luck!

forjoy....I usually try to eat a few hours before I work out. At least two. I can eat five seconds after a workout if I am famished enough...lol! Stay strong!

Chozgirl, Thanks for the encouragement. You are great!

Happy Thanksgiving! After we eat all that good food...go for a walk or run!

I decide about a week ago to add more veggies to my food and its been very gard to keep up with it because i didnt have a schedule to follow, so today i decided to try 50millionpounds challenge and see if it could be of any help. Guess what it seems to have all the tools i will need to make the changes i need not only for myself but for my wonderful husband and cute 2yrs old son. I have made up my mind and i want to live a better life now! I am going to take it a day at a time and hopeful i will be able to lose the 40lbs in no time. Lets make it happen people! I have never been thid excited in my life before!

This is a very good thing that has been put together. There are so many of me out here and I'm happy someone cares. I have been gaining and losing weight for many years and I'm happy with a team I can finally keep it off. So thank you everyone and the radio show for all your help.

Sincerely
Sherita from Detroit

Hello all, I just joined ! For 2 years I have been going through a divorce and the stress and emontional effects have resulted in WEIGHT GAIN. I am now doing beter and focused on getting back on track. THIS IS A NEW DAY!

Thanks for your encouragment Pauline

I have been a member of the 50 milliom pound challange for 1 year. I just really took the time to look at all of the features of the site. Thanks for providing such quaility ersources for FREE!!!!!!!!!!!

Amimi, Thanks much for your encouragement! I hope you do well too!

Hotgirl35, Don't be lonely...you can do it! Take a 5 minute walk today and don't eat that late snack. Take a 10 minute walk tomorrow and eat an apple for that snack. Love you! Pauline

Championbubbler, A champion you are for joining the challenge!

Christina, I hope this is my co-worker! If not, sorry! Either way...thanks for your support!

To all.....I am down about 16 pounds! Keep pressing on!

i have a question. what works best eating before you exercise or eating after?

This message is for hotgirl35. I understand your pain and lack of motivation, but find an incentive to lose the wt. be it health, money, or self satisfaction. Remember, it is smarter to lose the pounds. Find an old picture of yourself when you were looking good and slim. Place it in that spot that you visit everyday like the bathroom mirror. Look at it and tell yourself that is who you are. Buy a too small dress and find the determination to get in it. Find your old jeans and hang them in clear view. You have to find your motivation, and it comes from within. Do it for you. Believe in yourself, and by all means ask the Lord for strength.

I don't know how old you are (maybe 35), but look at Janet Jackson and Vivica Fox, both over 40, and say WOW. Yeah, we know they pay someone to train them, and they get a little nip tuck/surgery here and there, but it is still a challenge b/c they have to DO IT. The WT does not come off of anyone just by doing nothing no matter who you are. Rich or Poor you can lose the WT for free with Dr. Ian. Take advantage of what is being offered. I will start tomorrow, and I can't wait to record my progress. Save the money for the incentive dress. You have got to believe in yourself, if you want others to motivate you, assist you or just help you in any way. No one wants to help a person that does not believe or want to help themself.

Holla.

Good Luck.

Hi Pauline,

I just joined the challenge, and I am getting familiar with the site. While doing so, I read over your story. I can truly relate b/c I am in the military as well, and I know that failing a HT/WT test is a terrible thing.

How can you lead from behind? You can't!

Lead by example.

Set the standard and stay strong. You can do it.

Holla.

Hi Pauline:

I think you look really great. I cant see where you need to lose any weight. However, I know the military has standards and if you want to be a part of their organization you have to be in compliance. I support you wholeheartedly in your goal to lose the weight. I wish you continued success as you strive to meet your goal.

I am a single female that has been experiencing a very lonely point in my life. Especially since I've put on 30lbs in past 3yrs. I can't wear my clothes and I don't want to buy bigger clothes. I need motivation anyone please help.

I joined the 50 million pounds challenge today and I am very excited and motivated to try and exercise and eat healthy every day. I know that I will slip up a time or two, but I am determined to see it through. I am 5ft 6inches and I weigh 250lbs, wish me luck.

You go girl!!! CONGRATULATIONS, keep it up!

Thanks for all your encouragement!

Damon, You are the best! Thanks!

Gloria, Don't let that plantar's facetious stop you! I had it before and I did my foot exercises (write the alphabet in the air with your foot) and wore lots of cushion, plus, as I mentioned, I rarely run/walk on hard surfaces. Eventually, it went away. Don't feel bad about those little midnight cheats! It's not candy or soda! Keep up the good work!

Gia, Thanks alot! The picture I posted was from June. I would like to post a new one soon. I have lost around 15 lbs.

Loretta, Maybe I will try giving up meat for awhile and see how I feel. Keep on going! God Bless!

Go Pauline! I am behind you, and look for more updates of your progress. You know that you can call on me if you need any support at all! Hooahhh!

AWESOME. Congratulations Pauline. Keep it up. I hope to read more about your progress later.

It is gratifying to learn that I have lost 19 lbs since 9/04/08. However, I am currently battling emotional stress which is creating interuption in my sleep at night. I will wake up in the middle of the morning (4 am) to eat a spoonful of sherbert or eat a piece of lunch meat. I feel pretty awful when that happens. I am a sigle parent raising a 12 year old daughter and my 18 year old son stays with me as well. My social life in terms of dating doesn't exist. Quite frankly, I'm lonely! To combat the urges of continusly overeating I recently for the past two months have been excersing (water aerobics,elliptical machine, and the stationary bike) at the gym at least four to five days a week. Recently, I have had to decrease my visits to the gym due to my recent diagnosis of plantar fatious. A very painful condition that affects the heel area of your feet such as in my case. Nonetheless, I am remaining consistent when choosing healthier foods to eat and how often to eat them. I've come a long way in that area. With the support of this program I know I will remain successful in reaching my goal of 100 pounds by 9/04/09

That's beautiful Pauline. Keep it going and I look forward to seeing your next success story (-:

I am a team member of snap milw. I have given up both pork and beef. I have had no pork or beef for 2 months. I feel great, i have more energy and a lot more get up and go. I do eat peanut butter and cereal high in fiber. I don't miss the meat products at all. I am losing weight and looking good.