To the finale and beyond!!

Can you tell we have been watching a lot of "Toys" over here...

Anyways, 7 more days until the finale.  I never thought this day would come and it's nearly here!!

This is going to be kind of a long message but I would love for you all to read over it and send me back your thoughts.

First, finale business:

For those who haven't heard, we will be doing the finale weigh-in the same way we did the original weigh-in, meaning I will be watching to see what number pops up on the scale.
This won't be as easy as it was last time because we won't all be sleeping in the same house but hopefully we can figure out some way to make it happen.
JoAnn will be bringing out her scale so everyone can weigh-in on the same scale.  I thought maybe if a few people wanted to weigh-in a day or two early they could have the scale at their house then pass it on the next day.  I figured we could use skype so I don't have to drive all over town first thing in the morning.
If you have ANY suggestions or ideas please let me know!!  I want to make sure everyone is happy with the way this weigh-in goes.

I have been asked by multiple different people if they can.. er..  not wear clothes for the weigh-in.  After lots and lots of thinking I have decided the answer is going to be no.  Here is my biggest reason why: Everyone had clothes on for the starting weigh-in, this competition is about losing weight from extra fat, not clothing.  I know some of you (all of you?) are not too happy about that but I believe it's for the best. Just find your lightest outfit and I bet it won't even add a pound.  If you have been working hard these last months you shouldn't need to even worry about a few extra ounces.

I think that covers all the finale details, so now on to the "and beyond."
Quite a few of you have been asking about the "next season."  This is where I really need everyone's input so we can, once again, make sure everyone is happy.
Here is what has been thrown on the table so far:
   A "mini-season."
Starting sometime between Oct. 2nd and 9th. (A day or week after this one ends?) And ending at the end of the year.
Reasons for a mini:
1. People that want to take a break won't have to wait another 9 months before we start again.
2. Lower entry amount ($20-$30?)
3. Help people reach their end of the year goals and get ready for great new years resolutions.
4. Keep the excitement and drive you all had at the beginning of this year and not get burned out half way through.
What are your thoughts on the mini?

Then what?!  In January do we want to start all over again?
I have been brain storming like crazy and have picked up tons of awesome things we can do to make the losing experience even better.
First of all, I think 9 months was a little long.  The only reason I say that is because these last few months most of you seem to be slowing down a bit..  So maybe the next time around we shoot for 4-6 months?  Thoughts?
The entry fee for now is undecided..  I think larger amounts make people want to work harder to not waste their money but what that larger amount may be, it's up for discussion.  But, here is my favorite part!!  We still have our monthly weigh-in to see who the leader for the month is but we also have weekly weigh-ins.  These weekly weigh-ins are no ordinary weigh-in though.  Anyone who has gained during the week must pay!  The place I got this idea from made gainers pay $2 for every week gained.  All that extra money goes straight into the pot.  What do you think about this idea?  I think it would help to keep people motivated and on track.
I also have quite a few ideas for challenges and extra competitions.  Rewards for winning could be not having to pay a week if you gain.  Any and all ideas would really, really be appreciated.  So please, let me know what you're thinking!!

Also, how do you all feel about letting outsiders join?  I am sure if we opened it up to more than just the immediate family we would have a few takers.  Or do we just want to keep it between us?

In order to make this all work I need your input and ideas!! Please just leave a comment or e-mail me or even give me a call and let me know what you think.  You all have great ideas I'm sure so send them my way!!

Don't forget to work out extra hard this final week and eat super healthy!!  Can't wait to see you all soon!!

September weigh-in results

ONE MONTH TO GO!!

That is right everyone.  There is only one month left until we find out who the next Biggest Loser is!!  I can hardly wait!!

Let's see how things went this month:

Galen: - 3.57%

Logan: - 2.52%

Justin: - 1.90%

Kari: - 1.63%

Aaron: - 1.48%

JoAnn: - 0.61%

Katie: - 0.55%

Erin: - 0%

Melanie: + 0.48%

Ryan: + 0.74%

Taci: + 0.93%

Andrew: + 1.03%

Cami: + 2.27%

If you were thinking about getting serious now is the time to do it!! :)

Keep it up!

September already!!

Get me your weights!!  Stat!! :)