Past Winners - New Year 2006


Here are the New Years 2006 Winners!

This Challenge Grand Champion is Harley Schaeffer from Webnersville, PA (pictured below). Here's what he had to say about his incredible journey:

Harley lost 30 pounds and shed 8% body fat.

"Wow! I can't believe how well the Lean Body Challenge works! I could actually see myself changing before my eyes! The diet along with the fitness schedule worked hand in hand together. It made it easier to stick with the daily routine.
I've always had trouble sticking with diets and workout plans, but this challenge actually makes it easy. I have made a tremendous transformation, physically and mentally. Anyone seeking health and physical gains should look at how well the plan worked for me and know it could work for them as well. I've gone from 188 lbs. to 158 lbs., 34 pants size to 31 pants size, and 16% Bodyfat to 8%! This worked better than I could have hoped for.truly amazing!"

Congratulations, Harley!

Here are the rest of this Challenge's winners, listed by division.

18 - 29 Division

Jorge Martinez - Brossard, QC Canada
2nd Place Winner

Lost 6% body fat

"My Dream has always been to get on the stage one day, and be able to compete, but first, I needed to win the battle against myself. The challenge itself has been a great motivation to get to the finish line. I was taught in life if we want to succeed, we need to have determination, the Lean Body Challenge has helped me to get all that again, and now I won't go back to the old me. Thank you to Lee Labrada and his whole crew for giving me the opportunity and for sure this is going to my book of 'Great Experiences.'"

Marie Vigil-Cardiel - Midland, Tx
3rd Place Winner

Lost 11% Body fat

"Emotionally I feel that this challenge has lead me to believe that anything can be accomplished once I put my mind and heart in it. Physically I have achieved my goals from 12 weeks ago. I have leaned up, toned up, lost body fat and gained muscle. Now I'm on my way to my first figure competition, and I will be participating in the NPC figure competition."

30 - 39 Division

Alex Ortiz - Seguin, Tx
1st Place Winner

Lost 22 pounds, 5.5% body fat, Decreased cholesterol by 102 pts.

"My decision to participate in the Lean Body Challenge was based on the fact that my cholesterol levels were sky high and I did not want to control it with medication.
By the end of the challenge I had lost 3" in my waist, lost 5.5% body fat, and lost 22 lbs. With this said, I consider myself a winner because now I have encouraged my wife to follow my footsteps toward a healthier lifestyle..and my children will follow in time."

Note: there was only one winner in the 30-39 division for this competition.

40 - 49 Division

Gary Martin - Burney, Texas
1st Place Winner

Lost 19 lbs & 10.5% Body Fat

"As with anyone who has completed the challenge, we're all winners. The transition in my body is obvious in the pictures, yet the transition in my mind and attitude towards health is only obvious to the lives of people that cross my path. Just as the multitudes that are positively changed when they cross Lee Labrada's path in life."

John Simon - Sulphur, Louisiana
2nd Place Winner

Lost 20 lbs. and 5% Body Fat

"I truly believe having done this challenge it has given me the confidence to continue to challenge myself as I peek in age. Gaining enough discipline to stick with it no matter what life's hand deals you was a great success."

Michael Brock - St. Mary's, Pennsylvania
3rd Place Winner

Lost 5.7% Body Fat

"I have achieved the goals that I set for myself at the beginning of the contest. Not only has my physical well-being changed dramatically but I now have the confidence to take on other challenges in my business and personal life. The one thing that was instrumental in finishing the challenge was the weekly email messages from Lee with tips and encouragement."

50+ Division

Odile Cauchy - St. Hubert, Quebec, Canada
1st Place Winner

Lost 20 lbs

"I was astonished with the results. I could not believe my eyes. Wow! What a change. I really appreciated the weekly advices that I received by e-mail. By doing this challenge, I have accomplished more than I thought was possible. My core muscles are stronger, so I have a better posture and I feel taller. And of course, all my aches and pains have vanished. This challenge has changed my lifestyle forever. It's like I have a new body, and a new life full of opportunities to live now. Thank you for your support."

Bob Cropper - Newport News, Virginia
2nd Place Winner

Lost 7% Body Fat

"My wife kept me motivated mostly. Also, my co-workers had bets on me that I would not stick with the challenge. I had to prove them wrong! Beside, whatever financial reward they would receive, I would be the only winner. My biggest challenge was while traveling on my business trips two weeks each month. Add to that, my celiac disease and being lactose intolerant which presented additional problems for nutritional wellness. Using Super Charge!, Lean Body Gold Bars and the Lean Body shakes were the "life-savers" during my travels."

Pat Cropper - Newport News, Virginia
3rd Place Winner

Lost 7% Body Fat

"With the encouragement and motivation from my husband and the weekly tips from Lee I've been able to stay on track and finish this challenge with positive results. Per Lee's Lean Body Promise Book, I kept a detailed written journal outlining my thoughts each day, exactly what I ate and what exercises I accomplished that day. I firmly believe this helped to keep me focused and accountable! I would love to meet Lee and thank him personally for his products, knowledge and support! Even if I don't place as the Grand Prize Champion, I am a WINNER!"

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.