Biggest Loser 5k -

I know the majority, if not all of us have watched The Biggest Loser at some point since it first started. For me, I have been a fan of the show since the beginning. This year, I especially have reason to watch, since a friend is one of the contestants. Sarah, from the pink team, is a friend of ours, and my siblings. She is one of the most awesome people that you'll ever meet, and getting to watch her go through this transformation has been great. In fact, she is one of the reasons why we decided to do this competition. She has inspired me and many others to make changes in their lives.

One of the many goals that I have "thought" of setting for myself is participating in some kind of race 5k, 1/2 or full marathon....who knows. But when it comes down to getting into shape to do one, I always fall short. I hate to run....it hurts and I just don't get any enjoyment from it. But I have to set a goal to complete something. So why not a 5k. Even if I don't run the whole time, I have to start somewhere.

Karen O. brought this to my attention. In March, in St. George, there is going to be a 5K that is sponsored by the Biggest Loser Fitness Ridge. Karen O. has already signed up, and Geoff and I are planning on participating as well. How fun would it be to get all of us that are participating in this competition together to run this race? I think we should do it!!!! Here's the information on it:

Information you NEED to know

Date: Saturday, March 26th, 2011
Time: 9:00 a.m. Start

Location: Tuacahn (1100 Tuacahn Dr. Ivins,UT)

Entry Fee: $25 ($5 from every entry will be donated to

Dixie Care and Share)

(After March 1st entry fee is $30)

Packet Pick Up: All participants MUST pick up their packet

Friday, March 25th, 2011 4-9 p.m.

Biggest Loser Resort Fitness Ridge

(760 South 200 West Ivins, UT)

Packet includes: T-shirt, bib number, course map,
and important information

Full Description:
Have you made a goal to run or walk a 5K in 2011? Are ready for the challenge? On March 26, 2011, join The Biggest Loser Resort at Fitness Ridge, Planet 94.1, Weight Watchers and the Washington City Community Center at the spectacular Tuachan Amphitheatre in Ivins, Utah for the 1st Annual Biggest Loser Resort 5K Run/Walk. We are bringing together former NBC Biggest Loser contestants, local Planet 94.1FM "Big Loser" contestants and alumni and all the friendlly support you need to be motivated to finish strong. Realize your potential this Spring and run with us on one of the most beautiful courses Southern Utah has to offer.

More Information

http://www.planet941.com?pid=51105

So.....who's in????????????????

Weigh-in #1 RESULTS

Here are the results.

Click on the diagram for a bigger picture.

As you can see Kristi is kicking everyone's butt! What's her secret? She's currently doing Weight Watchers. Her workout routine has been a combination of P90X (which I've tried by the way......it kicks your butt! I highly recommend the Yoga portion of this program. It's great.) & a Jillian Michaels workout.

She's also currently taking a supplement called MetaboEnergetics. It helps boost your metabolism, curbs your appetite, and gives you a little energy. I am not sure if you can order them online, or what heath food stores they could be found in. But for you Cedar City/St. George participants, you can get them from Dr. Chris Romney (965 S. Main, Cedar City UT 435-586-9904) . Way to go Kristi!!!

How is everyone else doing? What's working? What's not working? Suggestions, tips, complaints? Let's hear it! Leave a comment below.

Weigh-in #1 results coming soon

I am waiting on a few more numbers to come in, and I will post the results of the first weigh-in soon.

Hello everyone,

Well it's a new year, and you know what that means........dreaded resolutions. I don't about you all, but I hate making them because I never keep them. For instance, this year, I thought I'd try and be better at not putting things off to the last minute....NO MORE PROCRASTINATING! But here I am, about 2 weeks too late in sending this email to everyone. I am not off to a good start. So I am hoping that I can redeem myself by trying to do one thing on my list. That is to get healthy.

Every one has a different definition of getting healthy. We each have our own things that we have to struggle with. For me, I love sweets.....too much, which is one of the many reasons I am overweight. So I need to set realistic goals to try and handle this "problem". Some of you already know about this "Healthy Challenge", and have been waiting for notification to get started. Again, my apologies, for being the procrastinator that I am.

So what is "Healthy Challenge 2011 pt 1"? The most important part of this challenge is for all of us to set personal goals to achieve the healthy lifestyle we want, but financial motivation never hurts ;). Those of you who would like to participate, we are doing a "Biggest Loser" type challenge. We are going to do a bi-monthly weigh-in, starting this month and going to July 1st. It's a $20.00 buy-in for each person. The person with the highest percentage of weight loss will win the pot. Those participating in the Weight-loss Challenge, will send cash, check, cashiers check or money order before January 31st to:

email me at: dezaree@gmail.com to get the address to send the money to

We are only keeping track of body percentage lost. However, for accuracy, please let me know your beginning weight (as of the receipt of this email) and then your weight as of the 1st and 15th of each subsequent month. We will do a bi-monthly weigh in, reported to me with your total weight so that I can put those on a spreadsheet and everyone can know where everyone else is at. Please let me know how you want to be listed, because I will be sending this information out to all those participating (first name, first/last, alias, or number). Please report to me on the 1st and 15th of every month. I will email a spreadsheet (if you'd prefer) to everyone within a couple days of the 1st and 15th of each month. I have also created this blog that I will post every ones percentages at. This will also be a way for everyone to communicate with one another, to post their successes, failures, tips etc, to help motivate one another. Remember, I will only be posting percentages of weight lost by each person, (not your beginning and starting weight, for your privacy).

If at all possible your weight measurements need to be on the same scale each time for accuracy. Also it is important to weigh in the same clothes, or lack of, every time, and the same time of day for increased accuracy.

The more people we get involved, the more money for the winner. Also, there is a possibility of dividing out the money into first, second and third categories, but I would need input from everyone.

For those who'd like to participate, and/or if you have questions, please email me back at: dezaree@gmail.com

I'm excited to get this going. Good luck everyone! Here's to a New and Healthy 2011!!!!