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Why this? Why now?

Why we joined the Biggest Loser Million Pound Match-Up


We have others watching us. Two small children and an audience of unknowns see us daily. So, we have decided to take our responsibility seriously - be a living testimony of a healthy lifestyle. To get to that point, we have some repair work to do and brings us to the Match-Up.

We have to do our part to see one million pounds lost. A challenge brings you to your feet in determination. With the Match-Up, we can be a part of something larger than ourselves. We can help start a weight loss revolution that makes obesity a novelty in our nation instead of the norm.

We have to EAT LESS. If we eat slower, putting our fork down between bites, and stop making meals a race, we will eat less. Our goal is to make mealtime an enjoyable family event and to change our snack habits.

We have to EXERCISE MORE. Committing to workout daily, we must also add movement throughout the day, and bring our family together for exercise by taking a quick walk around the block while pulling the children in the wagon or dancing silly moves to an upbeat song.

We have to ENCOURAGE EACH OTHER. This is crucial to our success. Since we enable each other, we must stop and dare one another to live differently. Being strong when the other is weak, we can improve our effectiveness and build our bodies while we build our marriage.

We must UNITE A TEAM. When needing help, we have somewhere to turn, and on our days characterized by our faithfulness, we can be strength for another. So many couples are joining this Match-Up. Only one will win the contest, but we can all win the challenge.

How are we going to do this?

Simple steps to a healthier lifestyle.


Eat less. 500 calories per day equals one pound per week. If we can eat 500 calories or more less than normal, we WILL be losing weight!

Encourage each other daily. Be honest and positive. If you have to point out something negative, also find something good.

Exercise more. If 500 extra calories burned per day equals one pound of weight loss, we need to add extra activities throughout our day as well as concentrated workouts daily.

Build a team. By encouraging others on this journey, we will gain accountability and have a greater chance of success.

There are so many on this journey and we are happy that you are traveling with us. Please feel free to leave us your news, concerns, vents and prayer requests as we want to be a friend to you along the way.

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	KELLEY AND KRISTIEwrote: We will say a prayer for you. Our priest talked about temptation this past Sunday and compared over indulging to stealing. So you're recent blog really hit home with me. Kelley Feb. 14
	Amanda in MO and Shellie in...wrote: Week Graphic Comments Feb. 4
	Mindy & Shanewrote: I am glad he is doing better. You can do this weight loss thing. It is a challenge but you can do it. Feb. 1
	"Duke" & "Punky Doodle"wrote: Just checking in to make sure you're "STICKING TO IT"! Keep up the hard work! Shannon & Aly Jan. 30
	Natalie Rogerswrote: I love cats and that picture cracks me up (even if they did leave an e off of Wookiee). Hopefully the stressful things will let up enough for you to enjoy healthy foods and exercise. You can do this! ~Rebel Nat Kickin' some Hutt butt! Jan. 30

Musings Along the Weight Loss Path

April 01

GOOD NEWS!

I know you all thought we had quit... and in a way, we have but with a good reason.

We are pregnant!

But, just so you know, our final weigh in...

~Tabitha~

Current weight 207.0 pounds

~Shane~

Current weight: 204.3 pounds

So, we both lost weight and Shane will probably continue.

Thanks for all your support! Good luck to everyone!

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February 26

Week 8 Weigh in: February 21st

We've been up and down, up and down... BUT, I made a decision that will change our lives, especially my life. Two weeks ago, we switched to whole grain. It was right before Valentine's Day but the shift took a few days. Now, we are a totally whole grain family - no white stuff!! Already, we feel better. Then, last week, I personally decided that enough was enough and I went back to www.settingcaptivesfree.com to take The Lord's Table study again. Amazing! I feel like a new person. God has given me such drive and power. I cannot wait to weigh in this week. I can't believe I just said that!

But, as for last week's numbers...

~Tabitha~

Current Weight: 213.6 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: almost 2 pounds

~Shane~

Current Weight: 208.6 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: almost 1 pound

At least I get to update our total weight lost!

Week 7 Weigh In: February 14th

(I know this is really late!)

~Tabitha~

Current Weight: 215.4 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: +1 pounds

~Shane~

Current Weight: 209.4 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: 3 pounds

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February 12

A Sin Problem

For me, this weight loss journey is a spiritual battle, and as a child of the King, I should be winning… so, why am I failing? You see, I don’t have a food problem. I have a sin problem that just happens to involve food.

God made my body. God made food for my body. My problem is that I use food for more than nourishment. I use it for entertainment, comfort, retaliation, friendship and celebration. Food is my first “go to” when I should be turning to God. In my opinion, food has become a god to me and that, in itself, is a sin.

I have completed a study at www.settingcapitvesfree.com some time ago called The Lord’s Table and have considered going back to it, but I know that the answer is not in a particular study. The answer is in depending on Jesus to meet all of my needs.

If you are a Believer, please pray for me in this area. I don’t want anything to take the place of God in my life. I owe Him more than I can ever give, but my hope is to bring Him glory in any way I can. Thanks ~ Tabitha

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Week 6 Weigh-in: February 7th

~Tabitha~

Current Weight: 214.2 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: 2 pounds

~Shane~

Current Weight: 212.4 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: +3 pounds

We just seem to be stuck!

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February 01

Week 5 Weigh-In: January 31

I know the numbers are bad. With our baby being sick, we did a lot of fast food between doctors visits... and it shows. But we had a heart-to-heart and are going to make this week count!

~Tabitha~

Current Weight: 216.6 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: +1 pound

~Shane~

Current Weight: 209.4 pounds

Weight Loss This Week: 0.2 pounds

Boo!!! Hiss!!!