Back in September 2015 I had a routine blood test which showed that my glucose level was elevated and I was in the pre-diabetic range. I realized that this was a warning and that I needed to change my lifestyle or I could end up being a diabetic. My brother is an insulin dependent diabetic and there was no way I wanted to become one too with all the complications that can come with it. I was also overweight and not feeling or looking the greatest. Around that time our company, Resolute Forest products, decided to sponsor the 90 day No excuses challenge with Chris and were looking for participants. I immediately put my name down and the challenge started in October. The daily videos were motivating, taught me some new information and reminded of some things that I had “forgotten”. This, together with competing against (and cheering on) my colleagues, kept me on task with exercising and healthy eating habits, even through the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, which included a two week stay with friends and family in the UK!
I went from an uncomfortable size 12 to almost an 8 (working on getting there!), dropped 9% in weight, 9% body fat and 12 inches with 5 of those being around my waist PLUS I got rid of my double chin!!!
I can feel that my metabolism has sped up and I can splurge occasionally and my body takes it all in its stride. It feels Fabulous!
Thanks Chris!
Chris,
I look forward to your inspirational messages every morning. I am on day 70 of your 90 day challenge and can say whole-heartedly that your messages have kept me focused on my goal of losing 25 pounds. Your messages are very educational. I have learned a lot about nutrition and exercise. You do a good job explaining and motivating in simple terms that are understandable no matter what level you are at in a wellness routine. Thank you for your sincere dedication to my personal 90 day fitness program.
Daniel J. Peterson
President/CEO
Stephenson National Bank & Trust
Chris,
I haven’t seen you in a couple of weeks so I wanted to update you – as of today I am down another 3.3% body fat from the end of the 90 day challenge – still going strong! I am more motivated than ever…that Mother-of-the-Bride dress is going to need to be taken in!
The program was so far outside my comfort zone that I can’t believe I even volunteered, but it has been the best thing I’ve done in a long time. The daily motivation, team effort and accountability all work together and it’s making such a difference in me – not just on the outside . I KNOW I will continue because I’m not the same Diane I was last Fall.
Thanks again for putting together this wonderful program and presenting it to us at Resolute. It has honestly changed my life.
Diane E.
Michigan