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Here
are the New Years 2005 Winners!
Congratulations Keith Paul, of Knoxville, TN, is our New Years 2005 Lean Body Challenge Champion! Here's what he had
to say about his incredible journey:
Keith
lost 27 pounds and shed 8.5% body fat.
"As
I began to shed fat and increase muscle mass, I
got motivated even more to continue. I began to
see muscles and veins that I had never seen in 31
years of life! I received many compliments from
gym members during my transformation (that felt
awesome!) One member actually called me a 'walking
anatomy chart.' I have made an amazing transformation.
I feel that I am the definition of what this challenge
is about -- I set a goal and achieved not only the
goal, but more than I ever imagined." |
Congratulations,
Keith!
Here
are the rest of this Challenge's winners, listed by division. |
18
- 29 Division
Ryan
Kayne
1st Place
Wheaton,
IL
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| Ryan
lost 32.5 pounds and 13.6 % body fat. |
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"I
lost over 32 pounds and lost almost 14% body fat. Those
are just numbers though. The most important success is that
I like my body now. Labrada has shown me how to lead a healthy
lifestyle. The main difference of me now and me from 12
weeks ago is that I am not ashamed of my body anymore. I
completely committed to this Challenge. I had to get up
to lift before 5 a.m., then go to work, then college classes,
back to work, then do cardio, then sleep. I had several
days like that a week, but I never ever let it slow me down.
The days that I wanted to stop I knew were the most important
for me to keep going. Even if Lee's Challenge is over, it
lit the spark that started the fire. I just want to keep
challenging my fitness further. Thanks Lee!" |
Ginny
Sanders
2nd
Place
Phoenix,
AZ
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| Ginny
lost 10.5 pounds and 3% body fat. |
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"I've
been addicted to food all my life, and anytime I tried a
"diet" I would fail because of the restricted
temptations. During the Challenge, I made it my goal not
to make it a 12-week program, but to truly make this a lifestyle
change. I emotionally detached myself from food, and that
is something I never thought possible. I made this a life
challenge change, with an ultimate goal of not eating with
my emotions. Many things kept me motivated to finish the
Lean Body Challenge, but what motivated me most was just
looking back at my past and seeing how far I've come.
Two summers ago I weighed 250 pounds and I could barely
make it up two flights of stairs without feeling very winded.
I was only 18, and no one should live that way at any age.
By completing this challenge, I could mark even more progress
in my journey to a healthier life. Engrossing myself in
the fitness and health world motivates me and reminds me
how much I want to be a healthy person, and challenges like
this keep me motivated and determined to be the healthy
person I deserve to be. Even if I'm not selected as
a winner of this Challenge, there is no greater prize to
me in this life than my health, so I've already won."
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Mark
Doornboz
3rd
Place
Winnipeg
Manitoba, Canada
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| Mark
lost 11 pounds and 4% body fat . |
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"The
change I see in myself physically and emotionally is completely
amazing. It's hard to believe that in 12 weeks, your
body can transform into a lean muscle mass machine. I recommend
anyone who wants to change themselves physically and emotionally
to do the Lean Body Challenge. In
reality, this contest is about determination, motivation,
proper dieting and a robust workout routine. I accomplished
all of my challenges set out for me in the beginning of
this competition, and I think if anyone does that they are
a definite winner" |
30
- 39 Division
Keith
Paul
1st Place & Overall
Knoxville,
TN
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| Keith
lost 27 pounds and shed 8.5% body fat. |
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"As
I began to shed fat and increase muscle mass, I got motivated
even more to continue. I began to see muscles and veins
that I had never seen in 31 years of life! I received many
compliments from gym members during my transformation (that
felt awesome!) One member actually called me a 'walking
anatomy chart.' I have made an amazing transformation. I
feel that I am the definition of what this challenge is
about -- I set a goal and achieved not only the goal, but
more than I ever imagined." |
Dan
Brown
2nd
Place
Winnipeg
Manitoba, Canada
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| Dan
l ost 12 pounds and 7% body fat, increased lean
body mass by 5 pounds and lost 17 fat pounds. |
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"Some
emotional successes included finally taking the time to
set goals and sticking with them. This made me feel great
which in turn spilled over into my relationships at home
and work. I have become more positive in all aspects of
my life, and I am really proud of what I have accomplished
during these 12 weeks. Many
things motivated me during the Lean Body Challenge. My children
made posters to encourage me and plastered them all over
the house. My wife was supportive of me daily. I convinced
some co-workers to enter and watching them do well motivated
me to do well. [...] Anyone who starts and finishes the
Lean Body Challenge is a winner. I now look at winning as
a product of hard work, preparation and a bit of luck. This
has become a way of life for me and also my wife and kids.
I realize that this is an ongoing, never-ending process.
It is what you make it. I proved to myself that I can set
goals and attain them. I am no longer 'scared of success.'
I look forward to more challenges like this in all aspects
of my life." |
Karen
Garvin
3rd
Place
Oklahoma
City, OK
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| Karen
lost 9 pounds and 11% body fat. |
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"The
diet has changed that way I will eat forever in order to
keep the physique I have reached. Emotional success is knowing
I can do it by keeping my mind focused and having determination
to achieve my goal. Once in awhile, I would have the struggle
of not having the energy to go work out. But once I started
it felt great and built my endurance back up. The challenge
was to really stick to the diet and keep the attitude that
I was going to complete this. I
followed all the steps and had the motivation to prove
to myself that even at 36 years old, a new program and
a new way of eating and a new lifestyle can be a goal
for anyone and can be accomplished!" |
40 - 49 Division
Doyle
Hayes, Jr.
1st Place
Haubstadt,
IN
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| Doyle
lost 25 pounds and 8.5% body fat. |
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"As
the weeks passed by and with my new gained knowledge (attained
from the Lee Labrada Web site), it became apparent that
the physical and emotional changes were indeed coming
alive. I would never have believed that such changes
were possible, especially because I was not an athlete
in my younger days. I always had a mental block about
my abilities and capabilities and had to reach way down
inside myself to accomplish my goals. My hard work and
commitment made it possible for me to taste success and
its sweet flavor. Now I know what the saying, "You
reap what you sow" means! I am indeed proud of all
that I have accomplished so far in my 12-week Challenge
and plan on taking my accomplishments and new abilities
to an all new level. The challenge I took upon myself
with the program has helped me to not only meet my emotional
needs, but it motivated me to want to help others that
are struggling with their weight problems." |
Al
Brunette
2nd Place
St.
Petersburg, FL
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| Al
lost 14 pounds, gained 1 inch in his arms, gained
two inches in the chest, lost 4 inches in the waist,
and gained 1 inch in his thighs. |
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"After
a spleenectomy and two additional surgeries due to incisional
herniation, my stomach muscles were in pretty bad shape.
Shortly after that, a back injury resulted in two herniated
discs. I thought I would never get back into shape. The
anticipation of the weigh-ins and measurements were great.
However, the visual changes outweighed all of that. Physically
my back has felt better now than it has in quite a while, which
is allowing me to be more active every day. The Challenge
takes a very regimented way of eating and exercise. Living
in Florida, we are blessed with a string of guests during
the winter months (which happened to coincide with the Challenge).
Correct dietary choices during these times were my biggest
challenge. I overcame them by helping with the meal planning
and restaurant choices." |
Armando
Zacarias
3rd Place
Lake
Villa, IL
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| Armando
lost 12 pounds and 8% body fat; blood pressure went
from 142/88 to 119/68. |
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"Taking
care of your health is a lifestyle change. I want to be
able to go to my doctor's office and see my blood
pressure at a new low level. I want to be able to say, 'I
did it! I completed 12 weeks of healthy eating and hard-pounding
exercise.' At one point I got the flu and I thought
it was going to take me out of my Challenge. I was able
to shake it off with minimal loss. Eating healthy and having
a good exercise program helped me shave off 12 pounds and
most importantly drop my blood pressure from 142/88 to 119/68!
This is a feat worth placing on top." |
50+ Division
George
Goff
1st Place
Flower
Mound (Dallas), TX
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| George lost 21 pounds and 8% body fat, lost 4 inches in
waist; went from not being able to finish running
a mile to running 3 miles at 6 mph. George has been
married 40 years, has 4 children and 13 grandchildren. |
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"I
could feel a 'six pack' for the first time.
Also, I couldn't believe my strength was growing so
much at my age," says 64-year-old George Goff. "I
have never felt so good in my life! The Challenge actually
went better than expected. I was never really hungry and
was surprised how creative I became on my own healthy recipes.
This Challenge reminded me that a human being has to be
in physical and mental struggle at all times in order to
be at the top of their game. I have felt alive again and
prepared to set out a plan for constant self development
and improvement. It is the process rather than the end that
sets up the environment for receiving the rewards that are
uncalculated beyond expectation. I have to look in the mirror
to remind myself that I'm not 30. In fact, I'm
better off than I was at 30." |
Bob
Cropper
2nd Place
Newport
News, VA
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| Bob
lost 3 pounds and 2% body fat. This is his second
time placing in the Lean Body Challenge. |
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"I
find myself more focused, having put forth great strides
in order to improve myself physically and mentally. I now
take time for myself and my wife, dedicating every day to
some type of physical challenge. I surpassed the goals I
set at the beginning of this Challenge - my arms increased
by 2 inches, my waist decreased by 4 inches, and my chest
increased 1.5 inches. I've dropped 2 percent body
fat and gained stamina I never knew I possessed! Thank you
for allowing me to enter this Challenge again. The inner
pride I have now and the overall physical appearance and
strength gained has been worth the sacrifices made during
the past 12 weeks." |
Ralph
Netzel
3rd
Place
Franklin,
WI
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| Ralph
lost 18 pounds and 7.5% body fat. |
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"My
blood pressure was high when I started. After about 4 weeks
it dropped significantly. This was enough to put me on an
emotional high. I also received compliments from friends,
and that made me feel better about myself. I believe the
12 weeks gave me a goal to shoot for and now I am motivated
enough to do more. I put my heart into this Challenge -
I believe my appearance at the end shows that. I kept my
goal of 12 weeks in sight and never gave up - no matter
how hard it got." |
Once
again, we'd like to congratulate this years winners. Their
hard work and determination are an inspiration to us all.
Their efforts show us that no matter who you are, where
you come from, or what stage you are in life, it's never
too late to decide to make a difference in your health and
physical fitness level. Armed with the right attitude and
information, anyone can reach their goals.
To
learn more about the Lean Body Challenge,
click here.
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