Congratulations to Our Winners!

Congratulations to all the winners!

New Year, New You Contest:

 It was a close run but in the end Tammy Waddington won the New Year, New You Contest.  She received a gift certificate to Mary Kay Hair Designs, a Massage by Maritta Visco, portrait shoot by Inovation Creations and $100 gift certificates to buy some new clothes!

 

 

 

 

The Your Best Body Challenge:

This 12 week program tests the perserverance of each participant. Some only make it the first day while others are committed to see it through and those are the ones who are going to achieve their goals. Kudos for those  who came every week in rain and shine!

The 2nd Runner Up:     Heidi Klincewicz

 Heidi won a gift bag full of goodies from Pet Value, Jim’s Pizza, Cousin’s Garden Center, Running Co of Mullica Hill, Mullica Hill Photography Studio.  Congratulations to Heidi!  She worked hard at each session and saw results. Here is what Heidi had to say about her experience…

“12 Weeks ago I was very frustrated and uncomfortable in my own skin.  After having a baby in August, I was anxious to begin working out and losing the baby weight.  However, I didn’t know where to begin or how to motivate myself to do it.  Then a friend told me about the challenge.  I knew it was exactly what I needed to get me started. After week 1, I realized how incredibly out of shape I was. But after the class that day, I knew I didn’t want to feel like that anymore.  By week 6, I was starting to get back in the “zone”.   I noticed that the weights I had been using were getting a little lighter and moved up to the next size (8lbs!)   After 12 weeks,I am able to fit back into my pre-pregnancy jeans! I am not there yet but I  am definitely closer!  I have thoroughly enjoyed boot camp.  My friends tell me I’m crazy for getting up early on a Saturday morning to workout in the cold (and rain)…it was well worth it!  I can now do at least 25  push-ups in a row.  I think the first class I could do maybe 3. Nicole and the other trainers not only helped motivate me, they also pushed my further than I thought I was capable.  I feel stronger and sexier than I have in a long time.  Although, my daughter is only an infant, I think it is important to set an example of a healthy environment and hopefully she won’t have the weight issues I have struggled with my entire life. I will definitely be using this 12 week program as catalyst or the rest of my weight loss journey.  Thank you so much for all your guidance and support throughout the program.”

 

 

The 1st Runner Up:     Melissa Corson

Missy won a gift bag full of goodies from Pet Value, Jim’s Pizza, Plaza Cleaners in Mullica Hill,  Running Co of Mullica Hill, Photography by Carol Ann.  Missy lost 15 lbs and  Congratulations to Missy!

Here is what Missy experience was like:

“I was in a state of denial, full of excuses on why I would never lose weight, be healthier or feel better about myself.  This affected not only my body image but my confidence level in all aspects of my life. I decided for myself and my children that this decision was right for me.   I knew that this may be my last chance to change for the better or die trying.    As time passed, I was more motivated to go because I loved the results I was seeing and most of all how much better I was feeling overall.  I was happy to see I was starting to lose not only weight but inches from various problem parts  of my body.  Even on days I felt like giving , I kept coming because after our workouts I felt better, stronger and more motivated to see what would happen for me if I continued working hard. [After 12 weeks] I have completely surprised myself with my results.  I lost more weight and inches then I would have ever thought.  My physical and mental state are in a completely different place then they were in the beginning of this challenge.  By far, this has not been one of the easiest things I have done in my life, but it was so worth the journey.  I learned that I am stronger than I thought I was in the past.  I learned to eat better, exercise properly and never give up on yourself, even when it seems completely hopeless.  The discomfort, pain and tears are well worth the results that come of them.  I look forward to continuing my new nutrition and exercise program.  As for the future, I see myself moving forward and feeling better about myself, my body and my body image.  The future looks so much brighter than it did 12 weeks ago.  I have met some great people, both fellow students and especially Nicole  and her staff. I could not thank them more, for all their extraordinary effort.  The words to thank them don’t exist as much as they have done for me.  Their positive attitude is infectious.  Thanks for never giving up on me and helping get closer to my ultimate weight and life goals.”

Grand Prize Winner:     Nicole Slusarski

Nicole did a great job during the challenge!  She lost 22lbs and 14 inches! Nicole received a fantastic gift bag worth over $200!  Gifts were from Pet Value, Jim’s Pizza, Subway, Bella Home Interiors, Mullica Hill Photography Studio, Running Co of Mullica Hill and In the Village.  Here is what Nicole said about her Best Body Challenge experience…

“Twelve weeks ago, I was asked by my good friend  to join with her in the Your Best Body Challenge.  I was feeling stressed out and flabby.  After three kids, I didn’t feel attractive anymore.  I avoided outfits that were too tight and showed my pooch (stomach).  I really didn’t exercise often, I think it was because I wasn’t motivated to.  I joined the Best Body Challenge to tone up and to see if I could get under 150lbs (a personal goal of mine).. After 6 weeks in the challenge, I felt great.   I never doubted myself.  Once motivated I knew I would keep going if I kept pushing myself.  I was seeing a lot of results.  My weight came down a lot!  And I felt less stressed and full of energy.  What kept me going was that it was working…I found something that works.  For once in seven years, I had hope that I could get close to wearing the jeans I wore before I had kids!! After 12 weeks, I have achieved a lot of results.  I have lost weight and inches everywhere.  I went down in my  pants size.  My thighs are more toned and my pooch is smaller.  My hips and waist are thinned down.  And I feel amazing.  I feel attractive again and have fun trying on clothes. I am not so insecure anymore!  This challenge really helped me change my perspective on life – that you can change things if you really want too.  I’m glad I stuck with this through the end.   I also want to thank Nicole and all the trainers for their time and dedication to train all of us. 

 

 

Thank you to all the local businesses who contributed to all the prizes!

Bella Home Interiors,  Cousin’s Garden Center, In the Village, Inovation Creations,  Jim’s Pizza, Massage by Maritta Visco, Mary Kay Hair Designs,  Mullica Hill Photography Studio, Pet Value, Plaza Cleaners in Mullica Hill, Photography by Carol Ann,  Running Co of Mullica Hill and Subway.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Nicole Slusarski, Nicole Simonin, Missy Corson, Tammy Waddington