Fort Wayne’s Smallest Winner 2010 contest has started!! We are so excited for all of you!! Remember to listen to your body and know you have a whole team of professionals to help you! Call on any of us!!!
Good luck to each and every one of you.
Lots of LOVE- FWSW TEAM
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As a previous contestant, I know what each of you will be going through. I know the questions that are going through your heads and the apprehension of it all. You’ve started something that will affect your lives for as long as you live.
Best of luck and drink lots of water!
Dave aka The King
Dave, you ARE the king! It’s Marti here. Congratulations to all of the new contestants. You have been selected from a large goup of people for something very special. And you were each chosen because YOU are special and have someting unique to bring to the table, so to speak. As last years winner I want to encourage you all to listen up! DO WHATEVER THEY TELL YOU! The trainers, nutritionists, as well as Rick and Tina KNOW WHAT THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT! No excuses, just listen and then do! Sunday begins a new journey for you. Your life will never be the same again! Good luck, I’ll be watching!
Marti
Good luck to all of you. As a former contest and member of the PINK team (hopefully you are split up in color teams again), I know first hand how much this contest changes your life. Although this is a weight loss contest, it is truely about much more. Take advantage of all that is offered and make this a priority in your life. I know what you are about to experience and I would do it all over again in a second.
Ladies and Gentlemen!!!! Start your engines!
Today…you need to silence what you think you know and trust those that do know.
Today… you need to ingnore the limitations you have put on yourself and open your mind to what is possible.
Today…you need to grasp the fact that there are NO MORE EXCUSES!
Today is the day!
I’m praying that each one of you will have the strength, endurance and courage to be successful. You will absolutely have the support! God Bless! Susie Wilbanks
Thank you FWSW for picking me to be apart of my new family- the Indigo Blues! I feel so blessed that I was chosen to part of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I know it will be one of the hardest things I will ever have to do, but you know, I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am so ready!
I just want to say Thanks for picking me! I am so blessed to be apart of this new family. I know its going to be hard but in the end its gonna be worth it all! Im lucky to be apart of the Yellow Team! Good Luck to all! I was so touched by what everyone had to say this morning I was holding back the tears. Im so excited that Lord is giving me the strength to do this for myself and my children.
I’m tired but I have to say I’m so happy to be apart of this journey. Not only for me but to see the change if the rest of you. In just the few days it’s been I’ve learned so much and have met some great people! The most important thing that we could ever give the world is ourselves. That is why it is very important that we take care of ourselves. To discover, to tap into our potentials and to celebrate the unique and wonderful people that we truly are. We are all in the race to better oursevles but we are still here for each other. It’s amazing to be running this race with you all. Be all that you never thought you could, I’m praying for you all!! Blessings!
I am also so blessed to be a part of this competition. God truly is the one who deserves all the credit for us getting this far. I am so proud of everyone. I love my team and not just my black team but everyone. Everyone is so encouraging and ready to support everybody else. We couldn’t have asked for better people to run this. We owe a lot back to Tina and Rick along with all the trainers and sponsors. Thanks to all and I can’t wait until tomorrow. God Bless!
FWSW’s
“This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever; in its place is something that you have left behind…let it be something good.”
Author Unknown
You are all doing AA MAAZ ING! I can’t believe what you all did in your first week! PRESS ON!
Susie
This last week (Week Two) has been so hard to stay motivated, I’m so glad everyone has made it to tonight the weigh in should be worth the struggle. I found a new pain this last week, what used to be abs; I can’t believe their still there, thanks to everyone for the support and helping me through the second week.
Congratulations to all of you on being chosen to be a part of FWSW. I’m sure at this point you all realize how lucky you are to be involved with such an awesome group of people, who truly have your best interest and health at heart. I too struggle with my weight and I am so inspired by every one of you each day when I see you through my camera lense. I’m thrilled to be a small part of this program and wish you all the best of luck. Believing in yourself is the first secret of success. Thanks to Rick and Tina for following through with your dream!
Connie Billings
Thanks to everyone who pushes me through those tough moments! You are ALL AMAZING! In the times I feel like I’m going to break..there you are to cheer me on. Thanks thanks thanks!! I honestly can say that I couldn’t do it without you! I just wanted to share a couple scriptures with you. Hoping that it will encourage and uplift you like it has me. Surround yourselves in God’s word and encouraging quotes…it will help. He will see us through…all of us!! God Bless you all!!
Therefore encourage (admonish, exhort) one another and edify (strengthen and build up) one another, just as you are doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully. 1 Peter 5: 7
I am so grateful to be a part of Smallest Winner. It is an awesome experience that is helping me improve my health and my children’s as well. I had an aha moment after our second weigh in Monday, where I did horribly. I was trying to regain control that I lost over time in negativity through food, now I need to gain control of food. Simple, yes, but still a breakthrough for me-with more to come I’m sure.
Much appreciation goes to Rick and Tina for a wonderful contest, our trainers: Becky, Tom, EJ, Amber, Mike and Jen, and our dietician diva; Tracy.
Thanks to all teams as everyone is so supportive and encouraging. And it’s really cool to see last year’s contestants come out with us and give encouragement to us also.
Week 3…Wow! Time flies…I know what your are all going through and I am here if you need to talk, scream, or celebrate. I went back to my diary from last year’s contest and read something I wrote during week 3 that may be of benefit. Following is an excerpt from my diary.
“Tom told me something interesting that I guess I knew, but never really thought about. He said “growth” or “strength” doesn’t come when you first start the workout. It comes at the end, when your body is exhausted and you have nothing left to give. This is when the body adapts and becomes stronger. This is why it is important not to give up at the end, but to push your body to take one more step, punch the bag one more time or sprint as hard as you can for the last 30 seconds.”
You are all doing Phenomenal! Keep up the good work! Keep pushing through and the scale will take care of itself! You have so many people behind you praying, supporting and cheering you on! Keep Moving!
Blessings! Susie
I just wanted to say GOOD JOB to everyone today. I had fun. I just want everyone to know that you all mean so much to me thanks for pushing me when I need it. Im so blessed to have been chosen and to work with all of you. Thanks again to Rick and Tina you have truly been a blessing.
Why am I having so much trouble this week? It’s like I can’t say no to anything! In my mind, I’m saying no, but my fingers still gravitate toward that kit kat or chocolate chip cookie. Am I alone or is anybody having the same difficulty? It’s like we work so hard and yet I have to battle myself constantly. My demons keep trying to win over me. I’ve worked too hard to let them! Too many people have invested in me, too many people are waiting for me to succeed. I can’t let them down- I WONT LET THEM DOWN! If anyone has any suggestions, please help me!!!
You have started a journey that will affect the rest of your life. You will never forget this. The friendships that you make will leave a fingerprint on your heart forever. Enjoy this ride because these 14 weeks will fly by. I can’t believe that it was a year ago for me.
Pink team,
Jenni
I just wanted to let everyone know that I got the Biggest Loser Family Cook book and it has lots of great food and its healthy! I will bring it to our meeting monday and make copies of any recipes that you all might like. Talk to ya then.
Nicole
LOL..I just talked to Sarah and just wanted to let you all know..our butt cheeks hurt too, ha ha. Stretch it out!!
C you all tomorrow!! 
I was told an interesting story at work about why Geese fly in the “V” formation. Geese fly in the “V” formation because they rely on the very front Goose to help them fly better. He sets the tone in the wind so that as he flys, the wind pattern changes and it drifts under the wings of the rest of the birds so they can in a sense glide over. They depend on him. The reason they “Honk” is to encourage the front Goose when he starts to get tired or slow. When a Goose is sick and can no longer fly- two other Geese always drop down with him. They either stay with him until he gets better and they can fly up again or they stay until the bird cannot go any longer so that he will not die alone. Then the two birds fly together to catch up to the rest. I just want to say that for me all of you are in my flock. I can not ever thank you all enough for giving that extra encouragement I need just before I’m about to drop out of the sky. I know this is a competition but I never feel alone. Someone always tells me I can when I’m telling myself I can’t. And when one of you slows down to keep up with me until I catch my “wind”- I owe so much. In the end, if I may be so blessed to win- it will not be my victory alone. I thank you all so much!
Dear Stacey,
I hope you all find this quote as helpful I I do.
“Commitment with accountability closes the gap between intention and results.”
Sandra Gallagher
Co-Author of Thinking Into Results
Thanks for all the notes of support, Stacey
I just wanted to say Thanks to all of you for cheering me on this morning when I was finishing that last lap. You all are such an amazing group of people and Im just so blessed to be apart of it.
Thanks, Nicole
Fellow teammates,
The last couple days have been the hardest for me, not sure about any of you, wondering who will be let go? I know for myself and hopefully for many of you I have created a habit, my husband and I are eating healthy without struggling to figure out what is the healthy choice. I plan to keep up this journey no matter what happens tonight. Please find the strength to do the same, we are all worth it. The stress of worrying will I be let go over the weekend, I found myself wanting to cheat, but realized, I would allow my son to have that donut, because I want him to learn healthy eating habits, and to create a strong history of the right foods, why wouldn’t I give myself the same rules over the last 10 years. I fought the good fight as I hope many of you did, I filled my weekend with great activities, the March of Dimes walk was amazing, Nicole watching you push so hard on the walk was truly inspiring, I know it was a mile stone for you, and I am so proud of you for the pace you kept. Watching your sense of accomplishment that brought you to tears Nicole is inspiring. I just wanted to say before tonight’s decision, welcome to life long changes, and great personal choices, we are as important as anyone else; we deserve to be Happy, Healthy, and Strong. I thought the quote below might be something for you to keep.
God bless you all,
Stacey
“Life is too short to waste. Dreams are fulfilled only through action, not through endless planning to take action.”
David J. Schwartz
Trainer and Author
“Part the Waters”
When I Think I’m Going Under, Part The Waters, Lord.
When I Feel The Waves Around Me, Calm The Sea.
When I Cry For Help, Oh, Hear Me lord And Hold Out Your Hand, touch my Life, still The Raging Storm In Me.
I Need Thee Every Hour, Most Gracious Lord, no Tender Voice Like Thine Can Peace Afford.
I Need Thee Every Hour, In Joy Or Pain
come Quickly And Abide, Or Life Is Vain
by Selah
I have to admitt that I’m happy with my loss but I am not joyous about it. I feel like it should be more and without going an unheathly route, I’m at a stand still on how to fix it. I’m doing all I know and tend to let myself stress when it comes time to weigh in. All I can say is just when you think all is lost and your feeling defeat…just call on Jesus to comfort you, to guide you, to raise you up. We are all amazing!! Keep giving your all no matter how discouraged you get! In the long run we’ll look back and say..it was worth it! love you guys!!
a friend emailed me this today..pretty powerful
“Winners are WILLING to do the things that quitters ARENT…that is what makes you a winner!!!”
Way to go Purple Team!!! You all have been working so hard, and it paid off. I am very proud to be in this contest with all of you. Keep up the Fantastic Work!
Diana
I am so proud of my purple team and feel honored to be a member. Thank you Dan, Jill, Stacey, and Stephanie. We pulled together when we needed to. I feel that we did this more for each other than for our individual selves. You are all so awesome-encouraging and supportive, kind and considerate.
THANK YOU!
Naomi
I think a loss for anyone is a win for everyone. Great Job everyone!
ok folks…more song lyrics. I’ve always loved this song but last time i heard it i was leaving the gym. it’s a christian song but in so many ways can be applied to us saying goodbye to our eating habits..so long self!!
So Long Self
Well if I come across a little bit distant, it’s just because I am
Things just seem to feel a little bit different, you understand
Believe it or not but life is not apparently about me anyways
But I have met the One who really is worthy so let me say
So long, self
Well, it’s been fun, but I have found somebody else
So long, self
There’s just no room for two
So you are gonna have to move
So long, self
Don’t take this wrong but you are wrong for me, farewell
Oh well, goodbye, don’t cry
So long, self
Stop right there because I know what you’re thinking, but no we can’t be friends
And even though I know your heart is breaking, it has to end
And come to think of it the blame for all of this simply falls on me
For wanting something more in life than all of this, can’t you see
So long, self
Well, it’s been fun, but I have found somebody else
So long, self
There’s just no room for two, so you are gonna have to move
So long, self
Don’t take this wrong, but you are wrong for me, farewell
Oh well, good-bye, don’t cry
So long
Don’t feel so bad
There’ll be better days
Don’t go away mad
Just go away,go away
So long, self
Well, it’s been fun, but I have found somebody else
So long, self
There’s just no room for two, so you are gonna have to move
So long, self
Don’t take this wrong, but you are wrong for me, farewell
Oh well, good-bye, don’t cry
So long self
farewell, goodbye (so long self)
by Mercy Me
Ok guys, I’m feeling a little discouraged this week. I don’t know what it is but that old feeling of just giving up is upon me. I know that I’ve come too far to give up but that old Tamika is lurking her ugly head. The results are not coming as fast as I would like. I feel like I have multiple battles going on right now. Not just weight loss. It’s that, but also work, family and I guess just life in general. Things that I thought I’ve dealt with have obviously not been dealt with. How do you change your life in 16 weeks? I’m just venting. I guess that’s a step because normally I would just go eat something. I just keep playing the Biggest Loser finale over and over in my mind. I want to be Tara so badly- but do I have her same dedication? I don’t know. Her starting weight was exactly my starting weight. I need to be Tara. I need to be a different person- I deserve it. I know God didn’t intend for this to be my path. Please God help me turn to you and only you for the help that I need to heal my heart. It’s such a lost and broken heart.
Don’t think I’m crazy- I just had to vent. Thanks for listening!
Tamika, you are rock solid, moving forward and yes, you’ve come too far to look back. We are here for you.
Naomi
I would like to give a special thanks to the instructors of the classes that I take at Spiece. They ask about the program, and are always so encouraging. Thank you Mari, Milinda, Molly, and Becky.
Naomi
Hi all!!! I just wanted to take the time to say sorry!! Sorry for my “i hate mornings” attitude. The thought that I’ve brought any one of you down b/c of me breaks my heart. I do not want to ruin this experience with you all. You are all so strong and I’m so proud to be standing by you! We all have problems outside of this contest and I’m sorry for mentally bringing mine into the gym. Thanks for pushing me even when my mind is not in agreement. You ALL are amazing people!!
Hey everyone, I am so excited about raising money for the marathon, please take this time to find people to donate, we need to insure a healthy future for Fort Wayne. Think about how many people are inspired by our weight loss, if we can keep this going for years to come, this could touch thousands. I want people to fight this fight we all know how hard it is, and the depression associated with being over weight. This is a battle we are all winning, and helping another 25 people to win next year. Good luck in getting those donations, this is a life changer for someone we may already know or will know next spring, stay strong for them! Pass the Gift
Job well done, everyone! What an accomplishment.
Naomi
We Made it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We all knew we had it in us. And Saturday brought it out. Awesome job everyone. Thanks for your support, thanks for your words of encouragement, thanks for being a great group of people.
Love You All!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sassy
Great things come and go, yet this is just a beginning;
Just the introduction to great book… Let’s make it a great life…
Lao Tzu said about 2600 years ago that:
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
And another thing that he said was:
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.
So we have done them both took a first few steps and changed directions to avoid ending up in a not so good place for our health, let’s keep this up… and make it a life time change…
Remember..
Pain comes an goes, yet memories and friendships made in struggling times last for a life time.
First of al than you for all the encouragement and all the great support on my low days.
This has been a blast, almost as painful as boot camp, but only better; got to sleep in my own bed.
You girls and guys rock.
As an older song named: Down Deep Into The Pain says…
You gotta go down deep down into the pain
Let it purge your soul like flesh to a razor blade
Dig down deep into the pain
Surrender, surrender, dig in, dig in
Put yourself down deep into the pain
Embrace the bliss of pure sensation
You can’t escape from the ultimate pain
So let your senses drift into Euphoria
Thank you again to Rick, Tina, and all the trainers and other people who made this possible.
I hope to see you around, I feel like I live at Spiece anymore, but what a place to call a second home.
My very best regards,
Love, lots of it…
Dorin
You all are so awesome! I want you to know that I am committed to you all anytime you need anything. It was so great to see all you on stage. I know what you all went through to get there. The great thing is this is just the beginning. Do not forget you have all the trainers and each other for support.
I appreciate each one of you. I know that you all were praying for me. I would not have recovered so well without it. I have been diligent in prayer for you all as a group and for some of you who needed special prayer. I was kept up to date on what was going on without being there. Tonight during the video portion, I closed my eyes and bowed my head in prayer once again for you all. I prayed that each one will take what you have learned and would continue on your journey. This again is just the beginning.I know there are going to lots of great things happen in each of your lives. Be sure to stand firm in your faith, commitment to each other and your families.
I want you to know when I came to the Mini-Marathon you all made me feel so welcome and everyone was worried about me hurting my knee. You all are so caring, humble, and unselfish. It meant the world to me.
I look forward to providing training, advice, prayer, and friendship to each one of you.
Thank you for being loving each other and for loving me!
Hebrews12:1-3
1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.
2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
God’s Best
Becky