We've been talking about needing to lose weight for ages.  We’re regular viewers of "The Biggest Loser" and are amazed, and inspired, at the differences in the contestants.  We’ve decided that it is time to do the same.  We realize that not only are we unhappy with the extra weight that we have, but that it’s very unhealthy.  My husband is a cancer survivor, and I’ve been borderline diabetic in the past.  Also, both sides of our family have histories of cancer and heart disease.  We’d like to be around to see our children grow up and become successful adults, so it's time to begin paying closer attention to our diet and exercise plans!  We’d also like to be better role models. With our schedules, we tend to grab whatever is easy to eat, at whatever time it may be, and there doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day to allow for a regular exercise routine. 

In order to succeed at our weight goals, I'm going to begin making healthier meals, and package them for when we need that "quick" meal.  I'm also monitoring our daily caloric intake / burn on fitday.com to see where changes need to be done.  For our exercise goals, we are both interested in weight training, the treadmill, stationary bike, and stair steps.  I also plan to include some full-body and abdominal routines.  I plan to aim for one hour a day of exercise (not necessarily at one setting), at least 4 days a week. 

In all honesty, why we want to join came MUCH easier to us than why we should win the contest.  We are doing this to challenge ourselves, and by recording our successes, and yes failures, it will help us stay on track with our goals.