The good news is; 7 out of 9 of us did not gain any weight, the bad news is; only two people lost weight this week. As a group we gained 2 lbs, bringing our total weight loss to 87 lbs in six weeks – great work at the half way point.
I don’t know if we have it in us but I would like to see us lose another 63 lbs in the second half; bringing out total weight loss to 150 lbs in just three months. CAN WE DO IT?
Week 6 Results:
Jon – 7
Rolf – 7
Linda – 7
Krissy – 6
Jan – 6
Lynn – 3
Tommy – 2 (owes $1.50)
Heidi – 2 (owes $1.50)
Jenny – 0 (owes $3.00)
Since we’re at the half way mark, here are a few more stats to look at:
Total points: It’s a tight race and still anyone’s game.
Jan – 47
Tommy – 45
Krissy – 45
Jon – 45
Linda – 44
Jenny – 41
Rolf – 39
Lynn – 35
Heidi – 34
$ owed from point totals: Here you don’t want to see your name on top.
Rolf - $8.00
Heidi - $7.00
Jenny - $6.50
Lynn - $6.00
Tommy - $2.50
Linda - $2.50
Jan - $2.00
Krissy – $1.50
Jon - $0.00
Weight 08 tip: Exercise Regularly
People who exercise regularly not only lose weight faster, they are more successful at keeping it off. Exercise makes it possible to create a calorie deficit and lose weight without starving your body and slowing your metabolism.
At home, at the gym, or playing sports, participate in both aerobic and strength building activities on a regular basis. Not only does the exercise itself burn calories, but your body will continue to burn calories at a higher rate even after you're done exercising.
If walking is all you can do, then walk because it's great for you. But muscle burns more calories than fat, so put on a little muscle if you can and you will burn more calories just sitting there... looking good.
But don't sit too long. The human body is good at adapting. If you dig ditches without gloves, you will develop calluses to protect your hands. If you sit too long, you will develop extra padding to keep you comfortable!
