BA's Biggest Loser LIF

Discussion in 'Beer It Forward' started by MarkIntihar, Nov 15, 2012.

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  1. MarkIntihar

    MarkIntihar Initiate (0) Mar 17, 2010 Michigan

    With the holidays coming up, I wanted to get this going as a pre-emptive strike against the inevitable stuffing of the face bound to occur. I wanted to create this LIF to challenge myself (and hopefully some of you!) to make a lifestyle change and become a healthier person. I would hope that most of you are familiar with the show "The Biggest Loser", but in case you aren't, it is a weight loss competition in which the goal is to finish with the highest amount of weight lost by percentage. The general theme of this LIF will be the same.

    First things first, DUE TO THE SENSITIVE NATURE OF THIS LIF, ALL COMPETITION WILL BE DONE THROUGH PRIVATE CONVERSATION.

    Now that we've gotten that out of the way, here's how this will work. Twice a month, you will post a picture of your scale reading with a piece of paper that has your username to the conversation as a weigh-in. On the 1st of every month, whoever has lost the most weight (strictly pounds lost) will win a small box of locals from me. After six months, I will send a box of nicer beers to whomever has lost the highest percentage of their total body weight from the beginning of the competition. At the end of one year, I will send a box of very nice beers to the person who has lost the most weight (again by percentage of OG weight). If that person should out-lose me (again, by percentage), I will include a Grey Monday in the box (haven't decided if it will be 2012 or 2013 yet, but I'll keep you posted).

    So, to recap:

    Monthly "loser" - box of locals
    Six-month "loser" - box of nicer beers
    One-year "loser - box of whales, bro, with the potential for a Grey Monday

    First weigh-ins will be on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH. We will have weigh-ins on the 1st and 16th of every month for the duration of a year, just to keep each other honest. Please only enter this LIF if you are serious about trying to lost weight. Obviously space will be limited as I can only include up to 25 people in one conversation. If you want to join, but would rather not post in the thread, just shoot me a BM and I will let you know if there is still space.

    I want this to be a positive, and potentially life-changing experience for all of those who choose to participate. Please don't ruin it by being a dick.

    Cheers!

    Mark
     
    #1 MarkIntihar, Nov 15, 2012
  2. ShogoKawada

    ShogoKawada Initiate (0) May 31, 2009 Pennsylvania

    I wissssh you much success on this one. I've lost about 60lbs as of late by eating not so bad and lifting weights. Fuck cardio. Lift weights. Find what works for you.

    And start drinking awesome session beers like allagash white and ZD.
     
    #2 ShogoKawada, Nov 15, 2012
  3. martin123012

    martin123012 Initiate (0) Aug 10, 2010 New Jersey

    Damn sounds like fun
    N great deed done. But when u only way about a buck n half. How the hell could i win.

    So i say good luck to all. I hope to see some good changes
     
    #3 martin123012, Nov 15, 2012
  4. MarkIntihar

    MarkIntihar Initiate (0) Mar 17, 2010 Michigan

    Thanks, man. Glad to hear about your success!
     
    #4 MarkIntihar, Nov 15, 2012
  5. ShogoKawada

    ShogoKawada Initiate (0) May 31, 2009 Pennsylvania

    You got it in ya, Mark. Keep heading in the right direction and there's no stoppin' ya.
     
    #5 ShogoKawada, Nov 15, 2012
  6. Cuzco

    Cuzco Zealot (634) Mar 22, 2008 New York
    Trader

    I am in for sure!
     
    #6 Cuzco, Nov 15, 2012
  7. yamar68

    yamar68 Initiate (0) Apr 1, 2011 Minnesota

    The most depressing/awesome LIF ever.
     
    #7 yamar68, Nov 15, 2012
  8. Tnudish

    Tnudish Initiate (0) Feb 16, 2012 Wisconsin

    Killer idea Mark, and since I'm a self-aware fat ass, I would like to join.
     
    #8 Tnudish, Nov 15, 2012
  9. buffs9

    buffs9 Initiate (0) Apr 28, 2008 Colorado

    BM sent, need some accountability and a challenge to motivate my ass, being healthy isn't enough motivation apparently.
     
    #9 buffs9, Nov 15, 2012
  10. Agold

    Agold Maven (1,287) Mar 13, 2010 Pennsylvania

    Could this be like a high low thing where I win for gaining the most weight?
     
    #10 Agold, Nov 15, 2012
  11. sommersb

    sommersb Initiate (0) May 25, 2010 Tennessee

    I'd like to be a part -- thanks!
     
    #11 sommersb, Nov 15, 2012
  12. weatherdog

    weatherdog Initiate (0) Nov 7, 2007 Illinois

    Fuck it Mark, I'm in.

    I've gained too much weight drinking beer the last 2 years. I mights as well try and lose some of it in order to win more fat fuck beer.
     
    #12 weatherdog, Nov 15, 2012
  13. leschkie

    leschkie Initiate (0) Jan 30, 2011 California

    This is a great LIF, Mark! And perfect timing for Thanksgiving and the holidays.

    I myself can relate to this LIF as I lost over 55 lbs and have kept the weight off for 10 years now. I wish all of you participants the best of luck!
     
    #13 leschkie, Nov 15, 2012
  14. deleted_user_553489

    deleted_user_553489 Zealot (531) Jan 16, 2011

    OMG TOTALLY IN! YES.
    It's been a struggle for me, but I'm glad we're all in this together!
     
    #14 deleted_user_553489, Nov 15, 2012
  15. dfclav

    dfclav Initiate (0) Dec 5, 2010 New Jersey

    Ok screw it, I am in. Not a big guy but let's see if I can get myself back into shape.
     
    #15 dfclav, Nov 15, 2012
  16. EgadBananas

    EgadBananas Initiate (0) Mar 18, 2009 Louisiana

    I'm in...not sure if I'll do well, but motivation always helps! Kudos Mark!
     
    #16 EgadBananas, Nov 15, 2012
  17. JM03

    JM03 Initiate (0) Nov 12, 2010 Ohio

    Awesome idea! I'm not entering, but if you need some help/motivation from me I'll be there! (I could use motivation for myself too)
     
    #17 JM03, Nov 15, 2012
  18. Steimie

    Steimie Maven (1,428) Jan 7, 2012 Michigan

    I'm in. I don't think it's fair that the host of this LIF keeps sending me Head Hunter, since there's no way I can lose weight with that deliciousness in my fridge. But I'm in. Thanks for doing this. I'm off to go buy a scale.
     
    #18 Steimie, Nov 15, 2012
  19. brooklynbrews

    brooklynbrews Initiate (0) Jan 21, 2010 Uzbekistan

    Great idea Mark, I won't be entering but good luck to everybody!
     
    #19 brooklynbrews, Nov 15, 2012
  20. YaKnowBrady

    YaKnowBrady Pundit (809) Jul 23, 2010 New Jersey

    I'd like to join too. Lost about 10 lbs with weight watchers, but could use some extra motivation, been slacking lately.
     
    #20 YaKnowBrady, Nov 15, 2012
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