90-Day Challenge: Day 8

One of Amy's Biggest Loser 'before' pictures

In today's challenge, Amy talks about how embarrassing it was to take their Biggest Loser "before" pictures when they arrived on the ranch. "It was an intimidating moment having to walk in front of a photographer and pose with all your fat hanging out everywhere. I was quite embarrassed, but knew it had to be done."

She went on to talk about how, even thought it was embarrassing and humbling for everyone to see how much she'd let herself go, it was important to take an inventory of where she was and HOW she got there. The same goes for all of us - even if it's not weight loss! If you're trying to change bad habits, they only gain more power the more you attempt to keep them hidden. Amy goes on to say, "I believe that showing the world my faults is what allowed me to recognize the poor health and more toward healing."

Therefore, the challenge for today focuses on getting a bearing of where you are currently. Before starting the challenge, I measured all my body stats to get an idea of where I'm at. The book goes one step further and encourages you to get a physical as well just to get a comprehensive picture of your health. Along with my measurements I also got some blood work done in September which also gave me a picture of my inner health. I still have yet to take my 'before' pictures...I'm nervous, I won't lie. I'll take those next week. *GULP*

Since I have them available, here are some of my "starting stats" as far as measurements go. I'll take these measurements again towards the middle of December to see my progress and every month from here on out. The blood work numbers will be up here soon too.

Shoulders: 24 inches     Chest: 47 inches      Waist: 45 inches     Hips: 48 inches     

Thighs: 28 inches     Biceps: 16.5 inches     Abdomen: 51.5 inches