The majority of contestants persevered this 10-week challenge and I was very happy and thrilled to see some amazing body transformations take place. Here are some:
Please note that some of the competitors have asked not to have their pictures shown.
1. WINNER - Saviour Deguara
Weight lost: 13.6kg
Bodyfat% lost: 10%
Waist: - 7.25 inches
Hips: - 6 inches
Thighs: -2.25 inches
Chest: -1.25inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 15%
Bodyfat % loss: 10%
Total: 25
"Richard’s weight-loss challenge was definitely an amazing experience. The combination of his great tasting meal plans and exercise programme really did the trick. I was amazed how quickly my body responded to these positive lifestyle changes. With my commitment to succeed I was able to achieve these great results in just 10 weeks."
Saviour won a holiday for 2 in Cyprus, inclusive of flights and accommodation!
FINALISTS - TOP 10 PLACINGS
2. TONIO CINI (photos not displayed due to his request)
Weight lost: 14kg
Bodyfat% lost: 7.2%
Waist: - 5.5 inches
Hips: - 3.5 inches
Thighs: -2.5 inches
Chest: -5 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 12%
Bodyfat % loss: 7.2%
Total: 19.2
3. AMANDA XUEREB (photos not displayed due to her request)
Weight lost: 13.1 kg
Bodyfat% lost: 6.5%
Waist: - 4 inches
Hips: - 6 inches
Thighs: -2.5 inches
Chest: -2 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 12%
Bodyfat % loss: 6.5%
Total: 18.5
4. STEPHANIE BORG (photos not displayed due to her request)
Weight lost: 9kg
Bodyfat% lost: 5.3%
Waist: - 4 inches
Hips: - 3.25 inches
Thighs: -o.75 inches
Chest: -3 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 12%
Bodyfat % loss: 5.3%
Total: 17.3
Comment:
"This experience has been amazing!! I was dumbfounded at how easy it was to shed the extra weight which I had gained during the last 12 to 14 months.
I couldn't be more satisfied or amazed with my result. I am also going to keep up with the menus and exercise regime. I still cannot believe how easy it was for the weight to just melt away and I had been trying for a while to lose even 1kilo before starting your diet and exercise programme. Having reached menopause does not make it that easy to lose weight but with your diet plan which was amazingly delicious and the workouts which were relatively easy I still cannot believe that I have lost so much weight in 10 weeks and my body has started to tone itself up now as well.
I still need to workout everyday and also continue my pilates sessions as I do not want to go back to the overweight state I was in. I feel more confident about my appearance and also have no problem now when I go to buy clothes.
Now about eating healthily -- well I thought I used to eat healthily but now I can see the difference. I have totally cut back on white bread and those tempting carb products and after this experience I also feel so energetic and throughout the 10 week programme I kept strictly to the diet. My husband also had the meals with me and enjoyed them totally and has also lost some weight. "
5. KRISTIE DEGUARA
Weight lost: 8.2kg
Bodyfat% lost: 6.8%
Waist: - 5 inches
Hips: - 3.5 inches
Thighs: -2 inches
Chest: -2.5inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 10%
Bodyfat % loss: 6.8%
Total: 16.8
Comment:
"My experience with the weight-loss challenge was much better than I initially expected. The meal plans were so varied that I could always change something if I didn’t like a particular food. The meals tasted so good that I couldn’t believe it was a diet meal or a salad, which I usually hate. Also, most of the family enjoyed the recipes even though they weren’t on diet. The exercise programme wasn’t hard to follow either. It was a great way to lose weight."
6. CLAIRE FARRUGIA
Weight lost: 7.4kg
Bodyfat% lost: 6.4%
Waist: - 4.5 inches
Hips: - 4 inches
Thighs: -3 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 10%
Bodyfat % loss: 6.4%
Total: 16.4
Comment:
"After many months of failed efforts to lose weight, I can't believe I finally managed to lose over 7kg of fat in just 10 weeks with such little effort and sacrifice! I’m so confident and proud of myself for having succeeded in this superb, easy to follow challenge! Thanks Richard!"
7. MELISSA DEGIORGIO
Weight lost: 6.9kg
Bodyfat% lost: 6.1%
Waist: - 4 inches
Hips: - 2.25 inches
Thighs: -2.5 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 10%
Bodyfat % loss: 6.1%
Total: 16.1
8. MICHELA CARDONA
Weight lost: 5kg
Bodyfat% lost: 7.2%
Waist: ‐ 5 inches
Hips: ‐ 1.5 inches
Thighs: ‐1.25 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 7%
Bodyfat % loss: 7.2%
Total: 14.2
Comment:
"I was very pleasantly surprised by the challenge, which I found to be quite easy to follow. The provided recipes are quick, simple and delicious! You proved me wrong - A healthy diet isn't necessarily a boring one !! So much so that I intend to continue using the recipes, even though the challenge is over. I found it to be a very positive experience overall."
9. ALFRED ANASTASI (photos not displayed due to his request)
Weight lost: 6.6kg
Bodyfat% lost: 4.9%
Waist: - 2.5 inches
Hips: - 1.5 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 8%
Bodyfat % loss: 4.9%
Total: 12.9
10. GRACE JACCARINI (photos not displayed due to her request)
Weight lost: 5.5kg
Bodyfat% lost: 5.1%
Waist: ‐ 2.5 inches
Hips: ‐ 3.75 inches
Thighs: ‐1 inch
Chest: -3.5 inches
Score:
%weight-loss: 7%
Bodyfat % loss: 5.1%
Total: 12.1
Comment:
"Once I had taken the decision myself, after having being told that I was obese, I have to say that your method worked with me. I wasn't too sure if I could really lose weight. However, I needed to do it because of growing older and I believe that one has to consciously work at keeping healthy at this time of life in particular. I did not follow your receipes rigidly, but the shopping guide was very useful and the weekly meal suggestions were very helpful. Having the reminders and other bits of information, was another helpful push along the path. My husband benefited as well and he needed to move his belt 2 holes tighter. He's feeling happier about his body shape!"
Another competitor, Angie von Brockdorff , commented:
"I had been struggling to shed a couple of kilos,while training 5-6 times a week and eating healthily. On Richard's programme I managed in just 10 weeks what I couldn’t in the past 3 years. I cut down on my training days but intensified them, and by following the eating plan I was actually eating more than I was before, and yet losing bodyfat. I lost 5kgs, 4% bodyfat and 3.5 inches in my waist. Amazing! And it was so easy! The eating plan made it really uncomplicated.. and with a few adaptations I was feeding the whole family. I don’t need to think anymore- ‘what shall I cook today?’ .. I just go through the lovely menus and come up with a healthy delicious meal."
Now even if the scales ever climb a kilo or 2 again, I know exactly what I have to do to keep myself in line.
The next weight-loss challenge will be starting on the 17th January 2010, so if you'd like to shed some weight after the Christmas festivities, this is the perfect opportunity!
Winning prize: A holiday in Cyprus for two, inclusive of flights and accommodation!
If you're interested in joining, send me an email on info@geresconsulting.com and I will provide you with all the details!
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