We have been married for 27 years, and friends since 1976. We have five children, 26 to 19, and have spent the last 27 years being parents. This year, we are putting us on project status! Jim is a computer guy for a large bank, and has been working out for the last 5 years. He has about 45 pounds to lose. Christi gained weight starting in 1992, when memories of sexual abuse resurfaced, and she returned to eating for comfort and protection. It’s taken 15 years to get rid of the garbage so that Christi can love herself enough to take care of herself. She’s 130 pounds overweight. Christi has had multiple surgeries that have hindered exercise as well. We both have enabled each other with food.
We have been inspired by the Biggest Loser shows from the beginning. The activities have helped Jim in his workouts, the tips have helped us maintain our (high) weight, rather than gain more, and the emotional journeys have helped Christi to release things so she can move forward. The show has given us hope.