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Keep a determined mind and a happy spirit!

Posted on 26. Aug, 2011 by shannondodge in Biggest Losers

 We are slowly moving towards the last part of the year, only four months left!  Where are you with your lifestyle change?  On track, off the course, or have you sidelined it all together? 
Time to kick it into gear people!  I asked Stephanie Fogelson a few questions around what we should focus on for the [...]

Spinach! Add some green today!

Posted on 16. Aug, 2011 by shannondodge in Biggest Losers

I have been trying to incorporate more green in my diet, but truth be told I am not a big fan of veggies.  I decided to get a little creative and after some Google searching I found that spinach was going to be a good way to work in a veggie creatively. 
www.naturally-healthy-eating.com lists the top 10 [...]

Half the year is over, now what?

Posted on 05. Jul, 2011 by shannondodge in Biggest Losers

Half the year has passed us by and I know many of us are sitting here shaking our heads wondering, “where has all the time gone?!?”  During this speedy 2011, I am jus now slowing down, now that the heat is out in full force, and realizing that my goals for 2011 are creeping up [...]

Time to BBQ! How to stay on track this holiday weekend

Posted on 03. Jul, 2011 by shannondodge in Biggest Losers

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
It’s that wonderful time of year again – Independence Day!  A time of family, celebration, fireworks, and FOOD!   It is going to be a hot one this year so whether you stay cool in the pool, camping up north, or just staying in doors here are a few ideas for a healthy [...]

West Valley Biggest Losers – Week 8 – The Gloves Come Off

Posted on 24. Mar, 2011 by Greg Drejza in Biggest Losers

West Valley Biggest Losers – Week 8 – The Gloves Come Off

Hi everyone Greg Drejza here again, giving you some insight into my journey as part of the West Valley Biggest Loser program!

Lots of changes during week 8….We worked out all week back at Sedona P.A.L.M.S. and we would be arriving at the same time that the 5pm (Round 6) group was leaving.  I got to see lots of new faces [...]

West Valley Magazine, WVBL & YMCA Swim-A-Thon!

Posted on 30. Aug, 2010 by Stephanie in Biggest Losers

West Valley Magazine, WVBL & YMCA Swim-A-Thon!

The West Valley’s Biggest Loser and YMCA are inviting the entire west valley out to the Goodyear YMCA on Sunday September 19th to our 2-hour swim-a-thon from 10a-12p. We are raising $ for Obese children and families to gain education and workout facilities in an 8-week program!! Please submit your contact information to wvblassistant@yahoo.com to [...]

West Valley’s Biggest Loser Round 4!

Posted on 24. Aug, 2010 by Stephanie in Biggest Losers

November 1st marks the start date for the 4th season of the West Valley’s Biggest Loser! We have a TON of fun planned for the next 6 months! Early Bird registration is now open and a 10% discount is given for any package signed before September 11th. www.WestValleyMagazine.com to register for an audition!

West Valley Biggest Loser and Fit To Fabulous Launch 3-6-9 Contest

Posted on 18. Jun, 2010 by trish in Biggest Losers

West Valley Biggest Loser and Fit To Fabulous Launch 3-6-9 Contest

 
Training Groups, consisting of 25 clients
(Groups are categorized by assessed physical ability)
Monday – Thursday, 1 Hour Training (Conditioning, Flexibility, Strength Training, Balance Training, Martial Arts, Meditative Healing and more)
WVBL3-6-9Kickoff
Friday – Sunday “Weekend Warrior” and “Relaxation Therapy”
-Quarterly Physical Assessments to mark physical progress
-Clients are partnered with another member to act as each others “Support Partner”
-Personalized Meal [...]

Fit To Fabulous Winner – Randy Peetz

Posted on 01. Apr, 2010 by Karen in Biggest Losers

Fit To Fabulous Winner – Randy Peetz

Randy Peetz joined the Fit to Fabulous competition to make significant changes to his health. Randy, an IT director at Banner Del Webb hospital, started the competition with a main goal of weighing less than 200 pounds. Randy met his goal and lost 27.4 pounds.
Being a smoker and diabetic, Randy entered the contest with major [...]

Biggest Loser Winner – Esther Connealy

Posted on 01. Apr, 2010 by Karen in Biggest Losers

Biggest Loser Winner – Esther Connealy

When Esther Connealy entered the Biggest Loser competition her goal was to lose between 40 and 50 pounds. Esther, a childcare clubhouse attendant at Bashas grocery store, exceeded her goal and ended the contest with a total weight loss of 65 pounds. Her biggest challenge when entering the contest was finding a balance between work, [...]