DusterCat says: “I really believe exercise goes hand-in-hand with eating right for good health, and after all, we're trying to establish a good WOL, not just to lose weight. We want to be healthy! And I'm willing to bet that each of us Challengers is healthier than we were seven weeks ago; I know I am. It's hard to change bad habits into good ones, and the support of this Challenge has been invaluable for me.”

Marebear says: “…I love how exercising makes me feel. That is my payoff. There is nothing like the rush of endorphins through your body after a great workout. I feel strong, confident, and ready to face anything. I believe that anyone can do some form of exercise, no matter what their weight or mobility. Just start a little bit at a time and increase as you are able. You don't have to be a fanatic about it, but consistency is important, and you will make progress.”
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“Before I started exercising my legs and knees hurt all the time. I couldn't stand for more than a few minutes without pain. By the end of the day even standing to cook supper was incredibly painful. Walking a short ways left me winded and red-faced. Now there is a lot less pain in my legs and knees and even at the end of the day I can cook with no pain. I can walk more without getting winded and don't avoid it.”