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Note to my readers: This healthy challenge is not going to be the new focus of my site. It’s a challenge that I will write about only on Saturdays. Recipe postings will occur, as usual, during the week.

As of Saturday AM, Jan. 30, 2009… we have 341 passionate people who are (publicly) on board for getting healthy in 2010.  Participants are from 42 states and 15 countries!  There are many more observers who will follow along with us as we work toward our healthy goals.  It’s never too late to sign up and there is not a deadline.  We officially began the challenge on Jan. 2nd, but you can join in any time.  Just read the information on this post, email me your information, and I’ll add you to the participant list.  If you’re a participant, please review your information below… if I’ve made any errors or if you need to add anything, email or comment and let me know (therecipegirl {at} gmail}.

It’s important to note that the challenge (described here) is not a diet.  It’s a ten week commitment to make a healthy change in your life.  For some it will be a diet, for some it’s incorporating more exercise, for some it’s eating healthier, and for some it’s gaining weight.  It’s great that everyone can participate and have individual healthy goals.  Some people shared their motivations… upcoming weddings, husband coming home from Iraq soon, improving health conditions, 25 year class reunions, and training for 5K’s, 1/2 marathons and century bike rides.  Many people have signed on to do the Couch to 5K program, quite a few people have joined our Ten in 10 SparkPeople Team (join here for free http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/groups_individual.asp?gid=38209&gcode=3USP1YE3BF), but most people just want to look good and feel better about themselves.  Ten weeks is a manageable amount of time to get us started on making lifelong healthy changes.

Here are the participants, divided up by region.  If you see yourself on the “unknown region” list at the end, please let me know where to place you.

USA

ARIZONA
Janet         http://laduecrew.blogspot.com         
www.Twitter.com/ednascafe 
Goals:   improve health, lower cholesterol, keep glucose levels low

Toby Lee
Goals:  improve healthy eating, add daily exercise to tone/strengthen, drink more water

Cheryl      www.Twitter.com/csjl
Goals:  lose weight & lower cholesterol

Dtd     www.Twitter.com/dtd
Goals:  make exercise regular habit- walk 15 miles/wk, strength training at least 2x/wk, pilates once/wk, light stretching/spot exercise daily, cut back on food/drink

Theresa      www.Twitter.com/rfmonkey
Goals:  eat healthier foods, lose weight, 4 days cardio, 2 days strength trng, have + attitude

ARKANSAS
Preeti        http://relishingrecipes.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/preetikashyap
Goals:  no desserts or deep-fried foods, gym at least 3x/wk, more fruits & water, no soda, think positive

CALIFORNIA
Rebecca    www.Twitter.com/beccachapp
Goals:  decrease sugar intake, drink more water, add 2-3 days cardio to strength-training workout to increase heart health, cook from healthy cookbooks

Lori     www.RecipeGirl.com   
www.Twitter.com/RecipeGirl
Goals:   lose 20 lbs., exercise 6x/wk (long workouts), eat healthy, limit sweets, prep for 10K, drink water, improve sleep habits

Heather    http://heatherinsf.wordpress.com  
www.Twitter.com/HeatherHAL
Goals:  drink more water, get 6+ hrs of sleep/night, eat 3+ small meals/day, walk at least 2 miles/day, eat more fruit

Lazzy
Goals: Kick the sugar addiction

Denise & Lenny    www.chezus.com
www.Twitter.com/chezus
Goals: Drop 20 lbs.

Katie
Goals: lose 20 lbs.

Esi    http://dishingupdelights.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/dishingdelights
Goals: lose 20 lbs. and keep it off, eat better

Sonja    www.activefoodie.com 
www.Twitter.com/activefoodie
Goals: Commit to marathon training program, give up all refined sugar, lose 5 lbs.

Jenny    http://forayintofood.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/jennywennycakes
Goals: lose a few lbs., training for century bike ride

Brian
Goals: greater flexibility, more solid physique

Sonia    www.bigsislilsis.com
www.Twitter.com/lilsisca
Goals: lose 10 lbs (get past plateau), cut down on Happy Hour snacking, more exercise

Sarah
Goals:  Eat healthier (maybe Weight Watchers), get back to the gym

Megan   http://meganscookin.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/MeganPires
Goals:  Lose weight, feel better, incorporate exercise into my life

Wendy    http://pinkstripes.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/PinkStripes
Goals:  lose vacation/holiday weight, re-commit to yoga, eat vegan 3 days/wk.

Mary    www.foodlibrarian.com
www.Twitter.com/foodlibrarian
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, no more vending machine food, cardio exercise w/ heart monitor

Diane    www.Twitter.com/dle90742
Goals:  lose 15 lbs., Couch to 5K program

Gaby   www.WhatsGabyCooking.com 
www.Twitter.com/whatsgabycookin
Goals: lose 10 lbs., train for 1/2 marathon, tone up, cut out white flour/white rice/refined sugars

Brenda   www.healthylunchrecipesnow.com
www.Twitter.com/BrendaVazquez
Goals:  get fit

Tracey
Goals:  eat better, try yoga, pilates & stretch everyday

Patricia       www.browniesfordinner.com
www.Twitter.com/brownies4dinner
Goals:  lose 10 lbs., prep for 10K, eat more veg/whole grains, improve overall fitness & fit into jeans again

Holly
Goal:  stay motivated in weight loss journey with Weight Watchers & get more fit

Gigi     www.myluscioustemple.com
Goals:  lose 7 lbs. before Rock & Roll 1/2 marathon at end of Feb., keep sugar out of house, 5 servings of fruits/veg every day, drink at least 6 glasses water/day, quit eating 2 hours before bed

Kristen      www.Twitter.com/mclanek
Goals:  continue running 2x/wk + add strength trng, sign up for 5K & 10K w/ running partner, lose 10 lbs., try something new to stretch mind… new craft/new food/etc.

Dave     www.TailgatingIdeas.com
www.Twitter.com/TailgatingIdeas
Goals:  lose 20 lbs. incorporating low carb lifestyle & “home gym” exercises

Cyndi      http://cyndicooks.blogspot.com
Goals:  lower blood sugar, lose weight, cook & eat low carb & as fresh as possible

Marla      www.FamilyFreshCooking.com/blog
www.Twitter.com/familyfresh
Goals:  mindful daily eating/exercise, get back into yoga/pilates, help others get fit & eat healthy

Lisa        http://stopeatingallthechocolates.blogpsot.com
www.Twitter.com/stop4chocolate
Goals:  weight loss via continuing on Weight Watchers- in need of motivation

Sara        http://cupcakemuffin.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/cupcake_muffin
Goals:  re-start Couch to 5K program, 30 min. exercise/day (thru jogging, videos, strength trng & swimming), increase fruits/veg in diet- shop smarter & aim for 5/day.

Kate & husband    www.Twitter.com/cookiedoctor007
Goals:  work out at least 20-30 min/day (cardio, taking dogs out for walks), eat more mindfully instead of in front of TV, fit back into clothes

Nicole     www.PinchMySalt.com
www.Twitter.com/pinchmysalt
Goals:  jog 4x/wk, improve speed & endurance, be able to do 10 pushups by end of 10 wks., limit sweets/processed foods, lose 20 lbs

Cheri       www.adventuresinthekitchen.com
www.Twitter.com/advinthekitchen
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, exercise regularly & cook more lowfat meals

Brooks
Goals:  eat more vegetables & try two new ones/mo, bike ride each day, limit one small dessert/day

Carol              http://whoiamuncovering.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/uncoveringfood
Goals:  run 200 miles, lose 20 lbs, follow South Beach & count calories & points

Valerie
Goals:  more consistency w/ exercise (at least 4x/wk) & incorporate strength trng 2x/wk, more long distance biking routes, make healthy food choices for self & family

Genie      www.Twitter.com/theinadvertentgardener.com
www.Twitter.com/egratto
Goals:  drink at least 8 glasses of water/day, in bed by 10pm one night/wk (reading is ok, but nother else)

Bri        www.ChefBri.com
www.Twitter.com/chefbri
Goals:  drop 10 lbs while showing people you can still cook great food, blog about experience

Jenny       www.picky-palate.com
www.Twitter.com/pickypalate
Goal:  healthier eating/blogging for the New Year

Kelly
Goals:  lose weight by walking 3x/wk, take a break from the wine collection

Modernest         http://modernest.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/modernest
Goals:  live healthier life, decrease carbs, get outside more, carve out time to walk or bike

Gretchen       www.CanelayComino.com
Goals:  minimum of 30 minutes activity daily, min. 8 glasses water/daily, lose 15 lbs.

Melanie
Goals:  30 workouts in 30 days, lose 10 lbs, eat right foods after getting off track during holidays

Mrs. L         http://watkinslynn.typepad.com/pages_pucks_and_pantry/
www.Twitter.com/rwlynn
Goals:  lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks (or in 2010)

Malou      www.Impromptudiva.com
www.Twitter.com/ImpromptuDiva
Goal:  lose 20-25 lbs in 10 weeks

Leslie         http://lethallydelicious.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/ldmd
Goals:  cut way back on sweets/unplanned eating, increase amount of cardio/strength trng to 5x/wk, keep food & exercise journal

Beryl    http://cinemongirl.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/cinemongirl
Goals:  complete 7 day detox then eat healthy after that, eat vegan 1 day/wk, experiment w/ vegan & gluten free baking, exercise 6 days/wk

Denise             http://lottalatte.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/lottalatte
Goals:  move body at least 30 min/day for 5 days/wk, follow low fat eating plan 6 days/wk that is higher in fiber

Cathy          www.showfoodchef.com
www.Twitter.com/ShowFoodChef
Goals:  lose 20 lbs, strengthen back, gain energy

Bobbi
Goals:  add workout 4x/wk, less caffeine, lose weight, no more night time snacking, take multi vitamin regularly

Laurie    www.Twitter.com/trumom
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, exercise 5-6 days/wk, eat fewer carbs & animal products (almost Vegan diet), trying to combat family history of diabetes

Jessica        www.goodcheapeats.com
www.Twitter.com/fishmama
Goals:  reducing fat and cholesterol, increase whole grains, reduce processed sugars

Kate       www.Savour-Fare.com
www.Twitter.com/Savour
Goals:  add in healthy habits & curb sugar cravings, eat at least 3 serv. of veg/day & only eat sweets that are homemade, no candy (other than dark choc. at home) and no fast food, develop exercise habit

Chrystal       www.duodishes.com
www.Twitter.com/theduodishes
Goals:  lose weight, train for 5K in May

Elina      www.Twitter.com/elinashatkin
Goals:  run Pasadena Jr. League’s 10K on Jan. 31 without stopping to walk, lose 10 lbs

Allie      www.eatatallies.com
Goals:  lose weight & get to gym at least 4 days/wk

Michelle
Goals:  lose 16 lbs, look good on beach in HI in April, prep for SF 3-day for Breast Cancer in Oct, be an example of health & happiness for daughter and sweetheart.

COLORADO
Barb   www.vinolucistyle.com 
www.Twitter.com/vinoluci
Goals: get to gym more often, eat heathier, eat regular meals

Angie     http://wilson-family-adventure.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/MomToSamCO

Laura       www.laurasbestrecipes.com
www.Twitter.com/laurasrecipes
Goals:  not just to lose weight, but to incorporate more exercise into daily lifestyle, get off computer & enjoy being outside in the gorgeous mountains of Colorado!

CONNECTICUT
Sarah      www.SarahsCucinaBella.com
www.Twitter.com/sarahwcaron
Goals:  lose 15 lbs w/ healthy eating & exercise

Kelli     www.kellicakes-sweetdreams.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/kscakes
Goals:  eat healthier, come up w/ clean new recipes using fresh local ingredients, finish 1st half marathon

FLORIDA
Natasha    www.thatssoyummy.com 
www.Twitter.com/thatssoyummy
Goals: workout, eat fresh & healthy

Judy     http://nofearentertaining.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/nofearentertain
Goals: live a healthier lifestyle, regular exercise, slower pace, better food choices

Melissa     www.Twitter.com/melissacorgi
Goals: go to more yoga classes, lose 20 lbs., make fewer desserts

Jackie
Goals:  live healthier lifestyle by cutting down on sugar intake, increase fiber/whole grains, drink more water, become more active

Donna
Goals:  lose about 10 lbs., learn to eat sensibly & exercise more

Meghan     http://meghanalanna.blogspot.com
Goals:  commit to training program for 5K race in March, swim laps at least once a week in addition to regular wkout schedule

Jenn              www.leftoverqueen.com
www.Twitter.com/leftoverqueen
Goals:  bicep curls w/ 20 lbs, one unassisted pull-up, turn inner leg flab to muscle, exercise 4x/wk, start martial arts again, go to range 3x/mo, lose one pant size

Julia
Goals:  live healthier lifestyle, try to exercise more & make better food choices for upcoming year

Jessica            http://seaturtletreasures.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/seaturtletrsrs
Goals:  exercise every day and lose 10 lbs.

Judy      www.Twitter.com/jbafaith
Goals:  continue losing weight, be healthier, stronger & better toned, keep blood pressure down, and I want to be able to keep up with my grandchildren

Angelia     www.southerngracegourmet.com
www.Twitter.com/S_GraceGourmet
Goals:  become more active & tone up

Melissa
Goals:  prepare for March vacation, eat healthier & balanced diet, tone up again, gain lean muscle & flat abs, start running routine in AM

Laurel          www.bakememore.com
Goals:  maintain healthy diet & get 3 kids & husband involved too

Heather         www.multiplydelicious.com
Goals:  start to incorporate clean eating into diet again, get back into regular wkout routine, continue running w/ hopes to run that marathon!

Ann        www.Twitter.com/ann_imal
Goals:  exercise regularly, eat better, lose 10 lbs, just got engaged!

Barbara      http://moveablefeastscookbook.blogspot.com
Goals:  lose 25 lbs, have more energy & prevent another hip replacement, continue exercising 6 days/wk for 1 hour.

Denise         www.Twitter.com/denisequintana
Goals:  be more consistently active, lower sugar/calorie intake, drop 10 lbs, find healthy activity that will make me feel better when I’m sad or stressed.

GEORGIA:
Mary Ann     http://maresfoodandfun.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/MeetMeInTheKit
Goals: Exercise 6 days/wk (cardio & strength), healthier breakfast/lunch, eat less sugar

Leelee     http://leeleeqba.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/Leelee
Goals: lose 10 lbs., run half marathon in March

Tania     http://lovebigbakeoften.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/lovebigbake
Goals: lose weight, cut down on comfort food & add fruits/veg, drink water, exercise

Teresa    www.Twitter.com/anursehere 

Erin & Doug    
Goal:  Would like to take off extra pounds

Julie     www.Twitter.com/jjbayne
Goals:  make healthy eating choices most of the time, eat more fruits/veg, limit sugar, lose 10 lbs., exercise 6 days/wk. w/ cardio & weights, use “Lose It” I-Phone app to track food & exercise

Chris     http://melecotte.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/melecotte
Goals:  find job, continue on “healthy-me” track, keep positive daily affirmation journal

Gwen and husband     http://bunkycooks.wordpress.com
Goals:  get off computer & get moving more, lose a few pounds & firm up, lose weight by changing diet & cooking healthier foods

Libby Lee        www.Twitter.com/LibbyInAtlanta
Goals:  lose 35 lbs by June, get back on exercise & eating right bandwagon, work out 3x/wk, journal food intake, keep calories at 1300-1500/day

Gina     http://ima-gina-tion.blogspot.com
Goals:  track food intake, cut out junk food, eat more veg, save $$ using coupons, shopping better, bringing lunch to work & cooking to what’s on sale

HAWAII
Mynda      www.Twitter.com/alohacookiegirl
Goals:  stop late night snacking, start regular exercise routine, lose weight

Jackie    www.Twitter.com/jk_2009
Goals:  cut sugar intake, eat more veggies, exercise & get healthy

IDAHO
Misty     http://mistywagner.blogspot.com  
www.Twitter.com/RainyDayinMay
Goals:  lose 20 lbs, work out consistently, increase energy level & live healthier

ILLINOIS
Megan      www.Twitter.com/Megs723
Goals: lose 15 lbs., incorporate healthier diet, exercise

Jackie     www.foodiereflections.com 
www.Twitter.com/foodiereflects
Goals: lose weight, get back in shape

Ron      www.Twitter.com/rclewen 
Goals: cook lighter, lose weight, exercise daily, lowfat diet

Michelle      www.bigblackdogs.net 
www.Twitter.com/bigblackdogs
Goals: workout at least 4x/wk.

Courtney     http://CoCoCooks.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/Glamah
Goals: weight loss via Mayo Clinic Diet, lower blood pressure, exercise

Emmy     www.Twitter.com/emmylyn
Goals:  eat better, exercise more, lose 20 lbs.

Beverly
Goals:  lose 6 lbs., track menus on weekly basis

Maris     www.InGoodTasteBlog.net
www.Twitter.com/mariscalla
Goals:  weight loss & prep for half marathon

Renee       www.KudosKookies.com/blog
www.Twitter.com/kudoskookies 
Goals:  become healthy & strong w/ focus on portion control & exercise

Mara     www.imadedinner.net
www.Twitter.com/imadedinner
Goals:  lose 15 lbs, stop boredom eating, move more

Claudia      www.familydentalcareparkridge.com
www.Twitter.com/ParkRidgeDDS
Goals:  yoga, walking daily, portion control, no skipping meals

Heather  
Goals:  lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks, workout 6x/wk 45 minutes minimum, do yoga, eat smaller portions

Pamm
Goals:  lose 15 lbs & just feel better about self

Beth            http://chocolatedoesntcrumble.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/bethylou10
Goals:  track WW points every day, exercise at least 3x/wk, practice yoga at least 1x/wk, lose 12 lbs

Shannon      http://livelylibrarian.blogspot.com
Goals:  eat healthier, expand vegetarian cooking, preactice yoga 3-4x/wk, stretch & lift arm weights daily, give up alcohol for 6 wks & then drink less throughout yr

Kristen
Goals:  lose newlywed lbs, hoping for 20 lbs of weight loss & better, healthy habits

INDIANA
Heather     www.hecooksshecookswecook.com
www.Twitter.com/bodaciousgirl
Goals: couch to 5K plan, eating healthier, go to the gym

Teresa    http://imrunningtoeat.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/Running2Eat
Goals: eat healthier (more fruits/veg), lose 10 lbs., prep for half marathon in May

Kristina
Goals:  eat smarter, lose some lbs, gain muscle, drink water, do a better job of gettting to the gym

Kathy
Goals:  continue cooking healthy dishes, lose 10 lbs, blood sugar at less than 95, workout  4-5x/wk

Sarah
Goals:  complete Couch to 5K, be able to do chaturanga (yoga pose) w/out falling on face!  Had baby 5 mos. ago & still working on getting back into cardio shape.

Melissa
Goals:  lose 10-15 lbs & inspire husband to do the same, prep to run 1/2 marathon in May, movivation- several trips coming up!

IOWA
Foy     http://foyupdate.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/FoySpicer
Goals:  transition to cooking recipes that use simple, whole ingredients & are 50% veggies/fruit

Diana         http://spaininiowa.blogspot.com
Goals:  get back into exercise routine & lose 8-10 lbs, finally give up occasional McDonald’s Happy Meal!

KANSAS   
Kristen      www.dineanddish.net
www.Twitter.com/dineanddish
Goals:  Menu plan for 10 weeks (eat at home vs. eating out) & lose 8 lbs.

Chris     www.BlogWellDone.com
www.Twitter.com/blogwelldone
Goal:  lose weight- 15 lbs. in 10 wks.

Veronica      http://reciperhapsody.wordpress.com
Goals:  lose at least 10 lbs by eating and living right (good food & exercise), lower cholesterol, motivation is upcoming 30th bday & 10th wedding anniversary!

KENTUCKY
Lori     www.fakefoodfree.com 
www.Twitter.com/lori1329
Goals: lose 10 lbs., prep for half marathon in March

LOUISIANA
Margaret    http://teaandscones.wordpress.com 
www.Twitter.com/Scones4me
Goals: eat/live/be healthier, lose weight

Dorothy      http://fuzzykoalacakecompany.blogspot.com
Goals:  cut way back on intake of diet coke, drink more water, eat more fruits/veg, sleep more, gym 3-4x/wk., weight loss will be a bonus

Emily    http://sandmuffin.blospot.com
www.Twitter.com/sandmuffin
Goals:  limit snacking to fresh fruits/veg, no eating after dinner, exercise daily, hard workouts 3x/wk, shed baby weight & get back into jeans!

MAINE
Leslie       
Goals:  change caffeine & sugar diet (and son’s) to one that is healthier for both of us, get moving, gain strength

MARYLAND
Laurel       http://line-ily.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/laurelr04
Goals:  continue losing weight on Weight Watchers, drink more water, cut back soda to 2x/wk instead of 2x/day, run 210 miles in 2010

Tara
Goals:  lose 10-15 lbs on WW program (counting points on own), incorporate exercise into life again

MASSACHUSETTS:
Rachel
Goals:  getting married in ‘10! Lose weight/tone up. LIMIT wheat and meat products. Begin to explore means to happiness and ways of dealing with stress OTHER then food!

Patti
Goals: lose 10 lbs., prepare healthier family dinners

Katie    www.trulyappetizing.com 
www.Twitter.com/trulyappetizing
Goals: couch to 5K program, exercise on regular basis, banish processed foods

Renee     www.Twitter.com/renh77
Goals:  keep up with 4 days cardio/ 2 days strength/wk.

Kim    www.Twitter.com/pieholdensuite
Goals: get to the gym, cut down on sweets, cook healthy

Louise     www.LouiseHinckley.com
www.Twitter.com/weezeej
Goals:  Recommit to Weight Watchers, 3 days of workouts/wk + 2 hikes in woods w/ dogs

Emily     http://emayeats.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/emmayeats
Goals:  lose 5 or more lbs., exercise 3-4x/wk. & have more self confidence

Kim      www.Twitter.com/CapeCodChick
Goals:  model a healthy lifestyle for my family

Lauren     
Goals:  lose 5 to 8 lbs. through healthy eating, continue exercise, limit alcohol, help husband lose weight

Heather      www.Twitter.com/blackdove5
Goals:  limit nighttime snacking, lose 5 lbs

Andrea       http://from-seed-to-stomach.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/FrSeed2Stomach
Goals:  lose 10 more lbs, continue doing yoga 2-4x/wk, add more intense cardio wkouts, run 4 road races in ‘10, write more blog posts about food

Cheryl    http://fieldsoflinenandwhite.blogspot.com
Goals:  attend WW, exercise at least 4x/wk, lose weight & eat healthier

MICHIGAN
Sarah Jayne       http://savoringsarah.wordpress.com 
www.Twitter.com/sjayray03
Goals: lose 10 lbs., exercise 5x/wk., cut out weekend indulgences

Christine     www.cookiegoodness.com
www.Twitter.com/cookiegoodness
Goals:  lose 20 lbs., eat healthy, work out consistently

Julie   http://pickleypear.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/PickleyPear
Goals:  control portions, lose 10 lbs., keep up with recipe/health blog, do it all w/ + attitude

Wendy     www.thelocalcook.com
www.Twitter.com/wendypchef
Goals:  lose weight, exercise more

Kathleen    http://potsandplots.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/potsandplots
Goal:  lose 10 lbs. in 10 weeks

Sue
Goals:  get back to goal weight on WW (lose 10-15 lbs), add to workout routine to break stalemate

Evita      www.coffeetablecookbook.com
www.Twitter.com/ctcookbook
Goals:  learn to cook healthy meals, drink more water, lose 3 to 5 lbs, control late-night, mindless snacking & maintain my blog

MINNESOTA
Stephanie        http://lifewithjack2.blogspot.com 
Goals: cut out refined sugar for 10 weeks, exercise at least 3x/wk

Shannon
Goals:  learn to cook & eat healthier, eat breakfast every day, no fast food, exercise 4-5x/wk (make it a habit), fit into clothes again, have outsides match insides

Kate      www.ForkKnifeandSpoon.com
www.Twitter.com/katiebips
Goals:  lose 15 to 20 lbs, tone-up arms, will reward self with tattoo!

MISSOURI
Rhonda      www.Twitter.com/rlb_MO
Goals:  lose weight, cut down on comfort food, eat more fruits/veg, drink more water, exercise

Meagan      www.meagangetshermrs.com
www.Twitter.com/MERgetsMRSed
Goals:  Run a 5k, work out 4-5x/wk, eat out/order out a max of once/wk, lose enough weight this yr that my wedding dress needs alterations!

NEBRASKA
Mary Beth     www.RedMittens.com
www.Twitter.com/MaryBethHunt
Goal:  get moving

NEVADA:
Pattie
Goals: lose 10 lbs., stop eating sweets for breakfast

Carol
Goals:  stretches 2x/day, increase pool exercise to 3 days min.wk (or sub walking when whether permits), drink more water, eat healthy food

Carolyn
Goals:  exercise 4x/wk and eat healthy, lose 5 lbs.

Jeanne
Goals:  lose 15 lbs and exercise every day

Ophelia
Goals:  continue to be healthy, focus on + thoughts, not swear & beat cancer completely so I can still run a 1/2 marathon by May

NEW HAMPSHIRE
Tami     http://tcarpentiere.blogspot.com
Goals:  eat more healthy foods, try one new veggie or fruit once a week

Ashley    http://goodtastehealthyme.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/llama387
Goals:  get to gym 4-5 days/wk, exercise every day (yoga, cardio, etc)

NEW JERSEY:
Patsy        http://familyfriendsandfood.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/famfriendsfood
Goals: lose 10 lbs., exercise 3-4x/wk, healthy eating, watch portion sizes

Stacey      www.StaceySnacksOnline.com
Goals:  no more alcohol or sugar, lose 4 lbs.

Jennifer       www.nextkidthing.com
www.Twitter.com/jenrab
Goals:  streamline eating habits & incorporate exercise routine- hopefully lose weight

NEW MEXICO
Katie      www.goodlifeeats.com 
www.Twitter.com/GoodLifeEats
Goals: improve healthy eating (adding whole grains + fruits/veg). Maintain weight, add daily exercise to tone/strengthen. Drink water.

Jessica       http://jessicalynnwrites.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/jesstagirl
Goals:  lose at least 5 lbs., regular workouts, attempt “hot yoga,” limit snacking

Yun-Mei       http://meisdiet.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/YunMeiLin
Goals:  renew commitment to Weight Watchers program, myself and to my diabetes- to continue to lose weight, find ways to lower blood sugar

NEW YORK:
Donalyn     www.dlynz.com 
www.Twitter.com/dlynz
Goals:  blog 1 lowfat recipe per week, eat w/ more restraint during the week

Patty
Goals:   Better health

Lara    www.citygrits.net 
www.Twitter.com/Districtbelle
Goals: focus on making real food (main courses & healthy sides), shift away from desserts

Michelle    www.tasteasyougo.com   
www.Twitter.com/tasteasyougo
Goals: gain weight in a healthy manner

Sweet Potato
Goals:  control compulsive eating habits, maintain mindful awareness while eating

Jenny
Goals:  lose 5 lbs., strengthen/tone body

Kim      www.Twitter.com/chococherrychip
Goals:  exercise 6 days/wk cardio & strength, lose 10 lbs & gain lean muscle, reduce white/refined foods, eat more fruits/veg/fish, limited saturated fats

Lauren    www.healthy-delicious.com
www.Twitter.com/healthydelish
Goals:  exercise at least 3x/wk, eat healthier, lose 5 lbs.

Jennifer         http://piecesofmejen.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/Pieces_Of_Me_
Goals:  get back into running again,  maybe train for 5 & 10K, get diet back on track, limit sweets

Pamela          http://cookiewithboys.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/CookiesWithBoys
Goals:  get moving & get healthier, shed weight to feel for confident in self & health, want to be healthy & energetic Mom for two young boys, will keep food journal & cut way back on baking

Beth     http://cookiepiebklyn.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/CookiePie0402
Goal:  cut back on sugar intake- limit to a healthy amount 1 or 2x/wk

Emily    http://ncsuemme.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/ncsuemme
Goals:  limit processed carbs, get back to healthy proteins/veg/whole grains, do some sort of exercise daily

JennBee      http://iamjenbee.tumblr.com
www.Twitter.com/IAmJennBee
Goals:  eat more healthfully & incorporate more exercise into day.  Will be trying out Wii Fit Biggest Loser

Patrice          www.teamchunk.com
www.Twitter.com/patricec
Goals:  be heathier in eating habits & exercise, cook “in” more than eat-out, lose weight w/ + outlook but attempt to embrace the weight I am now.

Wendy     www.Twitter.com/w_interrobang
Goals:  make clothes fit better, move more, floss!

Chaya          http://comfycook.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/comfycook
Goals:  lose 10 lbs now & 15 more later, reduce blood pressure & cholesterol, exercise & cholesterol, exercise minimum 3x/wk, eat more veggies & less pasta and chocolate

Maddie     www.BetterInPink.com
www.Twitter.com/betterinpink
Goals:  lose 20 lbs, feel stronger and healthier, lower my cholesterol

NORTH CAROLINA
Paula     www.bellalimento.com 
www.Twitter.com/bellalimento
Goals: lose weight, tone up, feel better

Jess        http://mykittykitchen.blogspot.com
Goals:  eat whole, unprocessed foods, go to the gym, try new & healthy recipes.  Getting married in Oct. ‘10 and want to be in great shape!

Sara       
Goals:  eat healthy, keep a food journal & exercise 5 days/wk for 30 minutes

OHIO
Liz    http://veggiegirlvegan.blogspot.com 
Goals: Gain weight (10-20 lbs.)

Chrissy    http://cookingwchrissy.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/CookingWChrissy

Krista         www.womanscurve.com/blog
www.Twitter.com/ladybuggin
Goals:  eat out less often, eat more fruits/veg, cut out junk food snacking, exercise regularly, focus on healthy eating habits.  Want to be healthy & happy!

Jamie      www.MyBakingAddiction.com
www.Twitter.com/bakingaddiction
Goals:  work more veggies into meals, take daily vitamin, lose weight, tone flab!

Melissa         www.liasophia.com/melissaballweg
www.Twitter.com/dreamingofbling
Goals:  be consistent w/ healthy eating, fix more meals at home, exercise 3-4x/wk, lose 20 lbs

Karen     http://zemeks.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/kzemek
Goals:  drink more water, work up to working out at least 3x/wk

Elizabeth     http://elizabethwillis.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/ZumbaZ
Goals:  cook more, eat-out less, bring lunch to wk every day, limit meat to one meal/day, cut out soda, track food, prepare for 1/2 marathon in May

Beth           www.donutsalwayswin.com
www.Twitter.com/donuts_win
Goals:  eliminate fries & soda from diet, walk dog daily, 30 minute wkouts 5 days/wk, 15 min. yoga/meditation 5 days/wk

Tigli           http://tigliwigli.blogspot.com
Goals:  lose weight (20 lbs. eventually), build muscle tone, eat less, eat healthier & beginning exercise program

Ben         http://whatscooking.us
www.Twitter.com/BentheCook
Goals:  go to gym more often, incorporate more veg into diet, eat less

OKLAHOMA
Christie         www.Twitter.com/toadilyhomemade
Goals:  give up Dr. Pepper, commit to local YMCA, eat smaller portions/healthier, drink more water

Lindsay      http://ericandlinz.blogspot.com
Goals:  eat healthier & work out 3-5x/wk

OREGON
Emily     http://acreativelifeblog.blogspot.com
Goals:  lose 10% body weight, incorporate exercise plan into life, adapt healthy lifestyle

Elizabeth
Goals:  stop night time snacking, make better food choices, exercise regularly

Anne     www.solutionsforyou.com 
Goals: couch to 5K plan

PENNSYLVANIA
Jen    www.mykitchenaddiction.com 
www.Twitter.com/JenSchall
Goals: Schedule regular exercise, healthy meals

Lisa    http://thekitchenofqueenlala.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/FallWitch
Goals:  Lose weight to gain energy, lose back pain & keep up w/ kids

Julie   www.Twitter.com/JDenouden
Goals:  exercise 5x/wk., lose 10 lbs., improve sleeping habits, train for 5K

Bridgett     http://the-ravelld-sleave.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/baclancy
Goals:  lose weight to increase energy, exercise to build endurance, prep for bike challenge in Fall ‘10.

Michele     www.Twitter.com/MicheleGuizz

Melpy     http://melbostoast.blogspot.com
Goals:  lose weight, Couch to 5K program

Michael        www.Twitter.com/newamericaindy
Goal:  lose 10 lbs.

Patricia          http://nmyfreetime.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/pjinmyfreetime
Goals:  exercise 5x/wk and monitor calories

Tara         www.FeelsLikeHomeBlog.com
www.Twitter.com/feelslikehome
Goals:  exercise 10 min every single day & keep food journal

Lauren     http://justbhappy100.blogspot.com
Goal:  lose 10 lbs in ten weeks

Gail        www.backdoorbakeshop.com
www.Twitter.com/backdoorbakeshp
Goals:  lose 10-15 lbs, make better eating choices- fewer carb-laden snacks, drink less, exercise more

Lys    www.cookinginstilettos.org
www.Twitter.com/justanothagal
Goals:  make long lasting healthy changes, learn moderation along w/ adding more exercise & living on a more regular schedule

Steve        www.webrestaurantstore.com/blog
Goals:  get back in shape after ‘09 surgeries, get back to old routine of gym 3x/wk

RHODE ISLAND
Katie     http://finzup.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/finzup
Goals:  lose 20 more lbs, exercise (cardio 3x/wk & strength trng)

SOUTH CAROLINA
Kat         www.lowfatkatherine.com
www.Twitter.com/LowFatKat
Goal:  start a regular exercise regimen

Amy      www.shewearsmanyhats.com
www.Twitter.com/wearsmanyhats
Goals:  lose 10 lbs. in 10 weeks + another 10 after that

Chrissy     http://bchmomx3.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/dasluv
Goals:  set better example for children by exercising every day & making wiser food choices, taking better care of self

Amanda       http://justmovingforward.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/AmandaPadgett
Goals:  quit diet coke, walk 5 days/wk, eat more high protein meals, lose 10 lbs in 10 wks & another 10 after that

Emily    www.thesouthernbellecooks.com
www.Twitter.com/emielli
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, prep for 5K & get healthy for move to Japan

Risa     www.sweet-oven-lovin.com
Goals:  cook healthier meals for my family, resist ordering out at work, get back into regular exercise routine

TENNESSEE
Pam               http://pams10in10challenge.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/pams_pantry
Goals:  eliminate processed sugar/artificial sweeteners from diet, exercise 20 min. 3x/wk

Melodie       http://rawbegining.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/mango51
Goals:  lose weight, get healthy & work out

Angela       www.SpinachTiger.com
www.Twitter.com/SpinachTiger
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, maintain current workout schedule of 3-5x/wk, vary workouts with weight training and zumba classes

Kimberly        www.Twitter.com/TexasHog
Goals:  lose weight, get in shape, get healthy

Darnell       www.darnellarnoult.com/wp/
www.Twitter.com/darnellarnoult
Goals:  develop better eating habits, incorporate regular exercise into day, drink more water, follow Abs diet for women but really just want to make more healthy choices, get to a healthy weight and convert fat to muscle

TEXAS:
Tracy & Dustin     http://passionatepair.wordpress.com 
www.Twitter.com/passionatepair
Goals: lose weight & create long-lasting exercise habits

Elizabeth    http://texasjoy.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/scrappygolden
Goals: Cut sugar intake, prep for 5K

Natanya    www.feteandfeast.com
www.Twitter.com/NatanyaP
Goals:  lose last 10 lbs. following Weight Watchers, exercise 4-5X/wk.

Stacy        www.kidsstuffworld.com
www.Twitter.com/steet
Goals:  start weekly salad or soup night, stick to daily walks with kids, add fruit/veg to each meal, get moving.

Debbie       www.Twitter.com/debeguia
Goals:  master portion control, get moving at least 5x/wk, limit alcohol to weekends, take vitamins, lose as much weight as possible.

Kelly     www.EvilShenanigans.com
www.Twitter.com/bakingblog
Goals:  lose weight & incorporate more exercise into weekly routine

Natalie     www.NataliesKillerCuisine.com
www.Twitter.com/NataliesCuisine
Goals:  make it a habit to eat fresh & healthy, heal fractured ankle in time for 1/2 marathon in June

LetterGirl    www.NotGoingPostal.com
www.Twitter.com/lettergirl
Goals:  cook at home at least 5x/wk, walk 10 miles/wk in Jan & 15/wk after

Naomi     http://naomisnest.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/naomisnest
Goals:  lose weight & eat healthier to set example for young sons, exercise on Wii Fit & treadmill

Tiffany           www.Twitter.com/BakerTiffany
Goals:  lose weight, incorporate 3 vegetarian meals/wk, lower dairy intake

Stephanie      http://mamastephf.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/mamastephf
Goals:  no sugar for 10 weeks, increase protein, learn new recipes for healthy snacks, exercise 3-4x/wk, lose 23 lbs (in long run) and blog about experience

Katie      http://princesskakalina.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/prnczkakalina
Goals:  lose at least 10 lbs, lower blood sugar, exercise at least 5x/wk, cut out soda

Big Sis          www.BigSisLilSis.com
www.Twitter.com/BigSisTX
Goals:  exercise w/ a new motivation- build muscle/strength, adopt vegan diet, learn how to bake w/out eggs & dairy, find a new church, work toward balance in all aspects of life

Megan        www.Twitter.com/megcellent
Goals:  lose what I can, have weddings & high school reunion coming up this year!

Colleen        http://babypotential.typepad.com
www.Twitter.com/babypotential
Goals:  eat less & love more in ‘10, don’t eat everything I want, use c25K app on iphone, exercise at least 3-4 days/wk, for every 5 lbs lost I’ll reward myself w/ professional massage!

Franchesca      http://cheskafaith.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/CheskaFaith
Goals:  het healthy, exercise more regularly, get fibro under control, lose 20 lbs, gain some good eating/life habits

Kimberly     http://anyacooks.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/klmitcham
Goals:  get healthy & losing weight would be a benefit too

Megan
Goals:  add more weight trng, continue wkout dvd’s, cancel out comfort foods, eat less at dinner, no desserts

UTAH:
Maria    www.twopeasandtheirpod.com 
www.Twitter.com/twopeasandpod
Goals: increase strength training, eat more healthy fats/calories/protein. Gain 10 lbs.

Barbara    www.barbarabakes.com 
www.Twitter.com/barbarabakes
Goals: lose 10 lbs., eat fewer sweets + more fruits/veg, exercise

Jamie            http://jamiecooksitup.blogspot.com
Goal:  fit back into pants

Emily        www.EmilyLitt.com
www.Twitter.com/phnurse
Goals:  drop 30 lbs., exercise on regular basis, learn how to cook healthy for one person

Sallie    http://mysisterskitchen2009fit.blogspot.com
Goals:  stay fit & run St. George Marathon in 2010

Becky      http://projectdomestication.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/DomesticBecky
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, lose 3 inches off waist, & no baking unless have worked out that day!

Heidi       http://leblancfamilynews.blogspot.com
Goals:  work out 6 days/wk to lose weight & strengthen/tone body

Gigi    www.dizzlepop.com
www.Twitter.com/dizzlepop
Goals:  exercise 3x/wk for 30 min, no food after 8, drink 64oz water/day, eat healthy, smaller meals at work, eat minimal white bread/pasta/sugar, turning 50 in June!

VERMONT
Sarah             http://fitography.wordpress.com
Goals:  train for marathon, eat more veggies, bake only once/week

VIRGINIA
Bethie    http://youknowwhatyououghtado.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/bethieofVA
Goals: Change eating habits, lose 20 lbs.

Adriana    http://nanation.blogspot.com 
Goals: lose 15 lbs., eat heathier, exercise

Emily   www.backtothecuttingboard.com   
www.Twitter.com/Emiline220
Goals: Back on Weight Watchers, exercise at least 4X/wk., lose 20 lbs.

Kara     http://karaskitchen.blogspot.com 
www.Twitter.com/karaskitchen
Goals: prepare healthier meals, concentrate on portion sizes, regular exercise

Stephanie
Goals:  lose 10 lbs. steer clear of emotional eating (eat when hungry & eat healthy- foods that keep sugar intake in check)

Annelle          http://aroundannellestable.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/Annellini
Goals:  write everything down (keep food diary), control portions, add more fruits/veg & less meat/bread/pasta, take dog for walk every day

Betty     www.Twitter.com/lipshun
Goals:  eat healthy, keep diabetes in control, lose weight

Judy           www.Twitter.com/judycocherell
Goals:  lose 10 lbs in 10 weeks, exercise at least 4 days/wk

Caroline      http://ceeinthekitchen.blogspot.com
Goals:  eat fish 3x/mo, cook balanced meals with veggies

Christine         www.Twitter.com/FarmGroupie
Goals:  get rid of muffin top, lose 10 lbs, run 10 K at end of March

Chanelle     http://thisdancerslife.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/ChanelleAte
Goals:  run 5K w/out walking, lose 8 to 10 lbs & lower body fat, wk out at least 8-10x every 2 weeks, incorporate healthy changes so they’re effortless & enjoyable

WASHINGTON
Gracie     http://graciesfoodandfun.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/FoodFascination
Goals:  Lose 15 lbs

Kare   www.thehazelbloom.com
www.Twitter.com/thehazelbloom
Goals:  lose weight and get fit, eat less bad stuff & more fruits/veg, exercise at least 4x/wk.

Susie
Goals:  No wine during the week, lose 5 lbs., add strength/stretching to exercise routine

Virginia
Goal:  exercise more regularly

Megan      http://mmegoblog.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/mfay
Goal:  reduce sugar intake

Tammy     http://tammystwocents-tammy.blogspot.com
Goals:  ultimately lose 15-20 lbs, eat healthier (will follow WW points on own), no soda, drink more water, exercise 3-4x/wk

Tiffany        http://daveandtiffanywalters.blogspot.com
Goals:  exercise 5-6 days/wk, cut out sweets, eliminate night time eating, menu plan to avoid eating out, drink more water

WASHINGTON DC
Mpp       http://myprettypennies.wordpress.com 
www.Twitter.com/myprettypennies
Goals: Gym visits (min. 3x/wk., eating healthy, lose 10 lbs.

Emma     http://kitchendreamer.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/emmacarew
Goals:  get moving!  regular exercise, stop snacking on sugar/carbs.  weight loss is a bonus, but feeling healthy is top priority

WISCONSIN 
Amanda    www.AmandasCookin.com 
www.Twitter.com/amandascookin
Goals:  Incorporate at least one walk around neighborhood every day,  (maybe) lose weight, add more veg to diet

Angela     www.Twitter.com/Angela_Anne
Goal:  lose 10 lbs.

Karen      www.KarenCooksIt.com
www.Twitter.com/karencooksit
Goals:  lose 12 lbs., lower cholesterol, exercise more

Trayce   www.YoursTrulyTrayce.com
www.Twitter.com/trulytrayce
Goals:  continue on journey of losing weight & getting healthy for self & family

AUSTRALIA
Kyla      www.Twitter.com/MsGenki
Goal:  Incorporate daily exercise.

Suzi     www.suziwongcreations.net
www.Twitter.com/suziwong66
Goals:  reduce calorie intake- focus on nutrition dense/calorie low diet, get moving again, blog abou experience

Heidi         http://frenchfriesgirls.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/heidipluck
Goals:  lose a few kilos, tone up and feel more energised, stay motivated throughout yr to exercise

CANADA
Diane    http://wheredoigetstarted.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/1ofthosegirls
Goals: eat healthier, be more active

Lauren    www.celiacteen.com 
www.Twitter.com/celiacteen
Goals: Re-build stamina for exercising

Joy    www.gourmeted.com 
www.Twitter.com/gourmeted
Goals: eat healthier w/ more balanced diet, get into regular running routine, finish couch to 5K

Yvonne
Goals: eat healthy, lose 10 lbs.

Paula    www.TheDragonsKitchen.com 
www.Twitter.com/DragonsKitchen
Goals: healthy eating, more exercise, manage stress

Tommy     www.Twitter.com/TommyVallier 
Goals:  weight loss, 100 pushups, drink more water

France    http://scorpiowoman.wordpress.com 
www.Twitter.com/thescorpiowoman
Goals: lose weight

Jamie    http://bashtinyourhead.blogspot.com  
www.Twitter.com/bashtinyourhead
Goals:  exercise, eat regular meals, cut down on junk food

Andrea    http://okwithandrea.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/okwithandrea
Goals:  incorporate exercise back into daily routine & tone up

Anne & Arch      http://things2dooutside.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/anne1942
Goals:  Anne- lose 1 lb/wk, Arch- lose 2 lbs./wk & lower blood pressure

Suzanne     http://GrowBakeStamp.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/growbakestamp
Goals:  train for 1st 5K & 200km charity bike ride, weight loss through healthy eating & moderation- no fad diets

Joceline
Goals:  stabilize sugar levels to avoid “crashes,” follow Eat-Clean diet & Canada’s Food Guide to make sure portions are correct, couch to 5K (or maybe 10K), tone body, yoga once/wk, weight lifting, running

Sonya     www.Twitter.com/ccuson
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, stay a lot more active w/ gym equipment

Cari        www.canigettherecipe.com
www.Twitter.com/canigetrecipes
Goals:  get more exercise, feel less tired & more energized

Carrie     http://discoverbeef.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/CarrieOliver
Goals:  lose 15 lbs & regain muscle tone, modify diet (avoid white things) & exercise more (5 days/wk, even when traveling)

Meghan       www.Twitter.com/Meag105
Goals:  fit exercise back into schedule at least 3x/wk, cut out junk food, weight loss & general improved health

Shayna       www.Twitter.com/shaynaburns
http://discoagain.blogspot.com
Goals:  build muscle, drop body fat & gain overall more proportional shape

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Chef Panda             http://PinkChefPanda.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/ChefPandita
Goals:  Eat healthier, lose a few lbs, exercise & be able to wear a bikini w/out worries

INDIA
Deeba         www.passionateaboutbaking.com 
www.Twitter.com/Vindee
Goals:  eat healthy, increase fruits/veg in diet, decrease non-vegetarian options on table to 2 days/wk, make more things at home to decrease preservatives & carbon footprinting, buy local/seasonal food, focus on fruits & natural sugars in desserts

Sheba              http://forkbootsandapalette.wordpress.com
Goals:  exercise 5 days/wk, eat right, cut down on fatty foods, yoga

IRELAND
Edel          www.Twitter.com/dellers
Goals:  lose 3 stone & keep it off, consistent gym exercise minimum 3x/wk, reduce sugar intake, run 1/2 marathon

ISRAEL:
Yael      http://yaelsyummies.blogspot.com 
Goals: lose 20 to 25 lbs.

ISTANBUL
Banu        http://befoodie.blogspot.com
Goals:  daily exercise- ealking daily & gain muscle, eat a more Mediterranean diet & fewer bad fats

ITALY
Ayshe
Goals:  be faster & win first 400m race

Deborah     www.ItalianFoodForever.com
www.Twitter.com/DebIFF
Goals:  would like to lose 20-25 lbs, but priority is to get back in shape by developing regular schedule for exercising, gain back health- struggle w/ allergies/asthma

NETHERLANDS:
Oz     www.KitchenButterfly.com
www.Twitter.com/Kitchnbutterfly
Goals:  one vegetarian meal/wk, cook one soup/wk + walking 3x/wk

Simone         www.junglefrog-cooking.com
Goals:  be more healthy, lose weight, get fit

NORWAY:
Cheri           www.kitchensimplicity.com 
www.Twitter.com/CheriNeufeld
Goals: healthier eating + exercise

PHILLIPPINES
Divina            http://sense-serendipity.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/divinaPe
Goals:  upgrade exercise routine, healthier meals w/ more fruits/veg/real & whole foods, drink more water, streatching & body conditioning, slow deep breathing

UK
Sarah    www.blogmaisoncupcake.com 
www.Twitter.com/maisoncupcake
Goals: healthy diet, lose weight, limit sugar/chocolate

Angela        www.aspoonfulofsugar.net/wp/ 
www.Twitter.com/ang_w
Goals: re-start South Beach Diet, lose at least 10 lbs, add another exercise session into week

Esther    http://lilackitchen.blogspot.com
Goals:  more exercise, get stomach in shape after 2 kids, use Wii Fit

Chloe      www.projectlivewell.com
www.Twitter.com/projectlivewell
Goals:  lose 10 lbs., exercise 4x/wk., complete 5K race

Vee       http://veechats.wordpress.com
Goals:  run 5K in less than 25 min., benchpress 30kg., squat body weight at least 3x (54kg)

Hazel
Goal:  drop 15 kgs & be more healthy!

Matt    http://amuseboucheUK.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/amuseboucheUK
Goals:  cure self of biscuititus, walk dog every day, learn that cheese is my nemisis & lose stone w/out resorting to amputation

Lynne            www.clarkagency.co.uk/GreedyPiglet/
www.Twitter.com/Josordoni
Goals:  lose weight at Slimming World & build dance into life again

Jenny     www.hungryjenny.co.uk
www.Twitter.com/hungryjenny
Goals:  stretch everyday to get more flexible & toned, more regular upper body exercises to increase strength, cut down bread intake, find sugar-free, butter free, flour free cake recipes

URUGUAY
Gera         www.sweetsfoods.com 
www.Twitter.com/sweetsfoods
Goals: Increase aerobic training, limit sweets

VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)
Abigail          www.abigailblake.com/sugarapple
www.Twitter.com/SugarAppleBlog
Goals:  exercise regularly, drink less wine, lose 20 lbs in prep for quittting smoking

UNKNOWN REGIONS:
HomeDotMade       http://comfortablecreative.blogspot.com
Goals: healthy meal planning, add yoga/stretching

Brooke       http://twolittlekittles.blogspot.com
Goals: P90X program

Mandy       www.gourmetmomonthego.com 
www.Twitter.com/GourmetMom

Lora      www.studiodspalon.net
Goals: get healthy & fit

Nickie Dee    http://herpearlmicrophone.wordpress.com
Goal: lose inches, tone mid section, looking for fun exercises to do 

Barb     http://tombstonetumbleweed.blogspot.com
www.Twitter.com/312doodles
Goals:  Traveling the USA in an RV!  Want to be in better shape for summer stay in 10,000 feet Colorado, monitor mild asthma, improve eating habits

Kris
Goals:  get back into healthy eating & exercise routine

Callie
Goals:  just had baby & will be working on getting back into swimsuit shape!

Dawn
Goals:  lose 10 lbs, exercise 5x/wk, stay out of cupboards on wkends, stop baking like it’s the week before Christmas

VWC
Yvonne
Darlene
Vivian