Our 3 challengers in a 6 week weight-loss battle are hard at work. With 2 weeks behind them and over 30 pounds lost between them, we thought we’d check in with their progress.
Jeff Black after 2 weeks of the challenge and 14 pounds lost!
Name: Jeffery Black
Age: 24
Height: 6’2″
Starting Weight: 228
Current Weight: 214
End Weight goal: 208 lbs (20 lbs total loss)
Current rides/week: 5
Goal rides/week: 4-5
What has been the most challenging part of these past 2 weeks?
The most challenging part over the first two weeks was watching what I was eating. The adjustment to eating healthier takes a little more planning and attention but its getting easier. I haven’t had Tasty Burger in over two weeks too, soI think I’m doing alright!
Sean 2 weeks into the challenge and 13 pounds lost!
Name: Sean Fracalossi
Age: 28
Height: 6’3″
Starting Weight: 263
Current Weight: 250 (13 pounds lost)
End weight goal: 243
Current rides/week: 4
Goal rides/week: 5
Tell us about your week… what has been difficult, what has worked for you?
A little over two weeks in and I am feeling pretty good! Working out has been fun, Jeff and I have been using the buddy system, which has helped in keeping us on track. I think we’ve spun like 12 times so far with some lifting thrown in there. However, I will say that the challenge isn’t so much working out as much as it is eating right. In fact, I’d say its pretty much all about eating right. These first 12 pounds dropped off with the only significant fluctuation coming the weekend of Marathon Monday. I love beers and burgers and pizza, which like to keep me company for a prolonged period of time after indulging. First let’s tackle breakfast. Like everything else, I prefer a sausage, egg, and cheese on a plain bagel to start the day. Had to throw those out, which is a total bummer. Moved to using the Magic Bullet at my office to make smoothies with apples, bananas, plain yogurt, and honey. It’s tasty, don’t get me wrong, but my 10AM my stomach is yelling and screaming. Then to lunch. Salads. Maybe if I am feeling dangerous, through some grilled chicken or turkey in there. Lots of fruits and vegetables. Dinner is usually pretty diverse, with lots of greens and lean meats. Not too bad! If you will humor me here, I’d like to describe my fantasy meal for therapeutic purposes. I am presently envisioning a double bacon cheeseburger with Gorgonzola add jalapenos from Tasty Burger. I’d supplement it with a 50/50 and potentially a Butta Burger if I was feeling frisky. Thanks for your patience, I needed that. Anyway, The next couple weeks will be more of the same, with some challenges given the great weather and the impending grill season. Wish me luck. 242, here we come!’
Shane at 2 weeks into the challenge and 6 pounds lost!
Name: Shane Kilgerman
Age: 28
Height: 5’10”
Starting Weight: 220
Current Weight: 213 (6 pounds lost)
End weight goal: 200 lbs
Current rides/week: 6
Goal rides/week: 5
What has been the most challenging part of these past 2 weeks?
