tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.comments2011-10-19T11:27:58.675-04:00Get Fat or Get Fit?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-15981089983019248962011-10-19T11:27:58.675-04:002011-10-19T11:27:58.675-04:00Katie Middendorf, you are inspiring. And, you loo...Katie Middendorf, you are inspiring. And, you look AMAZING!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03699717105278493470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-51792342078452901162011-07-07T14:50:16.219-04:002011-07-07T14:50:16.219-04:00Mom, I am SO proud of you. I never thought that y...Mom, I am SO proud of you. I never thought that you would be my partner in all things health and fitness and I love that you're there by my side. Love you!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03699717105278493470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-33460559238707670202011-07-07T14:48:56.355-04:002011-07-07T14:48:56.355-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03699717105278493470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-22197195655284878932011-07-07T13:52:02.702-04:002011-07-07T13:52:02.702-04:00Thanks Melissa! You inspire me every day to make ...Thanks Melissa! You inspire me every day to make and keep myself the healthiest I can be (I've become a big fan of all things Whole9). Can't wait to see you at the seminar in October!<br /><br />KatieKatiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03699717105278493470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-80042930115732292442011-07-06T19:57:36.148-04:002011-07-06T19:57:36.148-04:00Raun - you're in my Top Three for this contest...Raun - you're in my Top Three for this contest. Your essay is moving, and I'm so happy to hear that you've found your place (and your health) with the Whole30 and CrossFit Akron. We are so impressed with your efforts, and how much you've obviously learned along the way. Congratulations on your success, and thank you for sharing your story.<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-41536075699886562722011-07-06T19:56:03.045-04:002011-07-06T19:56:03.045-04:00You've definitely got the most creative essay ...You've definitely got the most creative essay out there - but the body comp changes ain't bad either. Great work on your Whole30, your results speak for themselves. (And thanks for entertaining us today with your essay.)<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-69304074988133551112011-07-06T19:52:26.276-04:002011-07-06T19:52:26.276-04:00Susie - we love to hear that your new found apprec...Susie - we love to hear that your new found appreciation for healthy eating has spread to your family. Fantastic work on your Whole30 - thanks for sharing your story.<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-85356509560355024532011-07-06T19:51:05.428-04:002011-07-06T19:51:05.428-04:00LOVED your story, hot stuff! So happy you found y...LOVED your story, hot stuff! So happy you found your way in this program, and that the results have been so satisfying. (And we would not begrudge you your celebratory glass of wine, either.) Congratulations on your success.<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-66988514680227645612011-07-06T19:49:43.875-04:002011-07-06T19:49:43.875-04:00It's great to see people connecting their nutr...It's great to see people connecting their nutrition plan with their training. We want you to fuel your performance and succeed in the gym - and it sounds like you have done just that with the Whole30 and CFA. Congrats on your success!<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-12998903462647655852011-07-06T19:48:34.723-04:002011-07-06T19:48:34.723-04:00Jennifer - LOVE to see those performance improveme...Jennifer - LOVE to see those performance improvements. I'm so happy you found success with the program - you should be proud of yourself and your efforts. Thank you for participating, and sharing your story!<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-83793410056459443782011-07-06T19:46:48.087-04:002011-07-06T19:46:48.087-04:00Colleen, thanks for taking on the Whole30, and con...Colleen, thanks for taking on the Whole30, and congratulations on your success!<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-86683199446022890042011-07-06T19:45:47.419-04:002011-07-06T19:45:47.419-04:00Jamie - you look so happy in your "after"...Jamie - you look so happy in your "after" picture! I'm so glad you found the program worth it, and love that you found it easier to manage as you got the hang of things. Most folks dismiss it as "too hard" right away, but it really does get easier with practice. Congratulations on your success, and thanks for sharing your story.<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-57237628487018350692011-07-06T19:44:04.517-04:002011-07-06T19:44:04.517-04:00Chantal, you are in my Top Three for this contest,...Chantal, you are in my Top Three for this contest, and you don't even have a photo. Your essay was moving - honest and heartfelt. I'm so happy you saw the results you were looking for - and amazing results at that! You are healthier from the inside-out for your efforts, and you should be very proud of yourself. Thank you for sharing your story.<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-11594143920215852332011-07-06T19:42:34.011-04:002011-07-06T19:42:34.011-04:00You look fantastic! (Love the new haircut, too.) ...You look fantastic! (Love the new haircut, too.) So glad to see you were able to spread the Good Food Word to your family - having family on board makes a huge difference to your results AND their health. Also fantastic to see that you've got tangible results of your effort in your blood pressure reading, too! Congratulations on your efforts.<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-16227601731165700612011-07-06T19:40:24.194-04:002011-07-06T19:40:24.194-04:00We LOVE that you took this on as a couple! Great ...We LOVE that you took this on as a couple! Great results, and fantastic work kicking that Diet Coke habit. Thanks for sharing your story.<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-49743581935054104992011-07-06T19:39:02.069-04:002011-07-06T19:39:02.069-04:00Katie - I love your story. You are in my Top Thre...Katie - I love your story. You are in my Top Three for this contest, mostly because of your kick-ass essay. I applaud you for taking on this program 100%, and for stretching outside of your comfort zone in such a conscious and responsible manner. It's nice to hear of your lessons learned - and I'm glad to see some of your new foods are staying. Thanks for sharing your story.<br /><br />Best,<br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-80027514481530130232011-07-06T19:36:08.439-04:002011-07-06T19:36:08.439-04:00The brain does funny things when you tell it that ...The brain does funny things when you tell it that it CAN'T have something. Way to power through those sugar cravings - and for taking the lessons you learned during the program with you into your "normal" daily eating today. Thanks for taking on the Whole30, and sharing your story.<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406443855692092019.post-40017677914828426372011-07-06T19:34:13.024-04:002011-07-06T19:34:13.024-04:00Fantastic results. I like how your new personal c...Fantastic results. I like how your new personal celebration is done without loading yourself up on junk food - that's powerful stuff. Thank you for taking on the Whole30, and sharing your story!<br /><br />Melissa & Dallas<br />Whole9Melissa Hartwighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04113808608221638887noreply@blogger.com