Announcing the winners of the Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest! First of all, thank you for making my 33rd birthday extra special. The action that you all took in writing out your mission statements was spectacular. It proved to be a much more difficult decision in choosing the winners than I had anticipated. I have posted the winning mission statements below and my comments about each one. If you haven’t written out your own personal mission statement I recommend that you do it now!

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #1

Chriss’s Mission statement to achieve unstoppable fatloss is…

I love myself today, a little more than yesterday. I set an example for my family and loved ones every day, hour, minute and second by making healthy eating and activity choices.

I practice what I preach. I find the positive aspect of every situation, and use it in any situation to become stronger, more patient, and more understanding. The days that I don’t have time to workout are the days that I need to the most.

I am worthwhile, motivated, and dedicated to being in optimal health through healthy eating, strength training and cardio exercise. I become a better person, mother, wife, and caregiver each and every time I put myself first and look after my needs.

I love the life I am creating and the body I am doing it in. My body is loving me back when I eat good clean food, do weight training, and cardio. I love having more energy to do the things that really matter to my kids, playing with them, creating with them, teaching them how to love themselves.

My clothes are looser, better fitting, and my husband is really appreciating my figure and how strong I am, in mind and body. I embrace the challenge of working towards optimal health and this is a never ending journey. I will continue to become a better me.

Scott’s Comments: This is a beautiful mission statement Chriss. You touch on the things that are important in your life and how optimal health will enhance them. Loving yourself and knowing that you are worthwhile and worth the effort that you put into living in optimal health is one of the most empowering statements that you can make. It changes the entire perspective of fat loss. Way to go!

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #2

Dennis’ mission statement to achieve Unstoppable Fat Loss is…

Today is October 15th and I’m proud to be able to give myself a well deserved pat on the back. I have lost another 7lbs, I have made every scheduled workout, I have stuck to my eating plan, and I’m am truly on the road to recovery from a major injury. I am back in the game of life, because I put myself back in the game, and it feels damn good.

My kids are proud of me as well. For a long time it wasn’t looking like their Dad was going to be their ‘Old Dad’ again… but they are learning to never quit on themselves… and they are learning that lesson from me… the ‘New/Old Dad’ is making a comeback this year, and it really shows.

My wife also got more of her old husband back during the last 21 days. Not only in a physical way, but in psychological way as well. She stood by my side during the tough times, and it is great to see her smile that smile again. She can see the progress I am making, and it has inspired her to join me. My wife has now set her own fitness goals for the next 8 weeks. And I will be there to support her at every workout, and help her with her diet, as I did pre injury.

The ripple effect of me kicking my own butt is taking place in my family, we have spring in our step, and we are all eating healthy 85% of the time. More of my friends have also noticed my progress… and they are now on the fitness band wagon as well.

During the last 21 days I have worked to not only inspire my family and friends, but I’ve worked to inspire people that I don’t even know by keeping up a public blog and charting my progress… I’m letting people know that if I can do it so can they… and I’m letting them know that I support them fully in taking that next step towards improving themselves one step at a time.

This past 21 days has brought me closer to my long term goal of reaching my post injury potential. And to continue my progress I will weigh in another 14 pounds lighter on 12/31/08. I will lose another 14 pounds of body fat while training hard enough to possibly not only preserve, but gain muscle, attempting to attain that hard to reach level of performance.

Pre injury I used fitness as a way to supplement my job, and my active lifestyle. During my comeback this year I have not only found out that fitness is a much needed way of life for me… fitness will be my future.

Scott’s Comments: Very empowering mission statement Dennis! The best part is that you make the statement that YOU put yourself back in the game. You are really running with this and I’m proud of you for taking action on this mission statement. I enjoy reading your blog to see you inspire others as well.

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #3

Marylin Sanchez’ mission statement to achieve Unstoppable Fat Loss is…

Today is October 15, 2008 and I am so stoked/excited to be able to show my family and friends that since I have melted over 2.5% of my body fat without losing any muscle, it has actually not only given me more energy but it has helped me with my bellydancing tremendously. That my quest for living an unstoppable life for not only my health and my physique, but also my spirit has paid off.

All my hard work and dedication for the past 21 days has paid off tremendously. It’s bringing me closer to my following goals:

I want to be the best role model for not only my family and friends but everyone in the world by showing them if I can do it they can. If I can not only change my way of life, my way of eating, go back to my way of exercising and making it part of my life again, and my way of thinking more positively and letting go of the negativity of the past, anyone can. Change is possible IF you want it enough, IF you work hard enough and dedicate yourself to it, anything is possible. I AM the next success story that everyone is hearing about.

My dresses and skirts are feeling looser. I actually got to go shopping for a new pair of SMALLER jeans. I am loving life more than I ever had. I found peace within myself. I love myself, I love my family and I love the world again.

Watch out world cause here comes the next world’s best, healthiest, fittest bellydancer!!
How’s that Scott?

Scott’s Comments: Holy smokes this is awesome Marylin! You are not the NEXT success story that everyone is hearing about… you are the current success story that everyone is hearing about. Way to go Marylin. You have shared some incredibly empowering statements throughout this entire mission statement. How can anything possibly get in the way of you and your goals? Your UNSTOPPABLE mindset is in command now and I’m sure it’s going to be contagious. Thanks a million for sharing this.

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #4

Jeremy Dubay’s mission statement to achieve fat loss is…

With all my travel I have been eating more lean meats and vegetables as opposed to fast food. Often with travel meetings, alcohol is involved and I have eliminated that because I do not need those empty calories.

I have put away my size 36 waist pants, because as the weight has fallen off, I look funny wearing baggy pants. I enjoy wearing the 34’s, but look forward to wearing 32’s.

I enjoy waking up every morning full of energy compared to 21 days ago with the improved eating and exercise. I enjoy running around with my son playing games in the yard and not forcing him to go inside because I am tired. I want to continue on this path and avoid the physical pitfalls that have bothered my father, and that I fear my sister will fall prey to.

While the ultimate goal is getting down to 175 pounds and 10% body fat, from the 230 pounds I was 21 days ago, I enjoy the progress being made. My wife has been mentioning my body in a good way as opposed to the less flattering comments just a short three weeks ago.

Scott’s Comments: There’s a few things that make this mission statement powerful. You add the emotion of humor in the mix when you talk about looking funny wearing baggy pants. I can picture them falling down and that enhances the vision of achieving your goal. You also tie in the emotion of avoiding the physical pitfalls of family members. This can certainly be a driving force and makes the situation very real.

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #5

Hazel’s mission statement to achieve Unstoppable Fat Loss…

On August 18, 2009, I weigh 140lbs and have 15% body fat. I am an athlete. I workout a minimum of six times per week, doing three days of cardio and three days of strength training. Each week, I increase the intensity of my workouts, testing myself and making my body and my mind stronger and stronger. I eat healthy, nutrient dense foods. My body craves these foods and feels nourished after consuming them. I love the flavor of healthy, minimally processed and fresh foods and the way in which they nourish my body. My body is quenched with the all the water I drink. Water is my absolute favorite drink and I can’t get enough of it.

I am a desktop publisher and a life long learner. I learn one new thing each day that I can add to my life and make me better at my job, a better student, and a better coach. I am reliable, a hard worker, and respected for my can-do attitude. I always get the job done. I am a good friend and wife. I am loyal and dependable, always willing to help at a moment’s notice. I love myself. I have numerous admirable qualities that make me a great contributor to this world. I love myself because I know that I am a great person. I love myself because I have the capacity to inspire myself and others. I love myself because I have nice, smooth skin. I love myself because I have magic hands that can heal when I massage others. I love myself because I have a long ways and endured many things and still have managed to come out on top. I love myself because I always persevere. I love myself because I only know progress. I love myself because I understand and strive for excellence.

I am a student at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. I make the most out of my educational experience online. I enjoy all of my classes and find practical applications for all that I learn. With each new thing I learn, I feel and am smarter.

I am the person who gets a good night’s rest every night, waking up each morning refreshed and with a sense of purpose. I am excited about the prospects for the day when I open my eyes and I start it all off always with a workout even if it’s stretching on my days off.

I am resistant to others attempts to bring me down either consciously by inviting me out to place where there is no prospect of a healthy meal or unconsciously by always complaining about how horrible their life is. I possess enormous strength and focus that I can stay on task and on the path that is best for me. I always ALWAYS take steps and move in the direction of my goals and dreams.
I looooove my workouts. Each morning I wake up itching at the opportunity to exert myself. I always give my best, always put it all out on the line and expend all my energy. This allows me to be pulled toward results, towards my dreams. With each exercise, with each movement, I can see my muscles flexing, breaking down and rebuilding themselves stronger. I see them tear apart and piece themselves back together into stronger bonds. This happens throughout my body and creates a more durable, flexible, stronger version. I am stronger today than I was the day before and I will be even stronger tomorrow.

I ooze excellence and I am unstoppable.

Scott’s Comments: I have read your statement several times Hazel. This is one of the most beautiful letters that anyone could ever write to themselves. I hope that you read over this statement daily and remind yourself of the amazing person that you are. Your final statement couldn’t be more true. You totally ooze excellence and are UNSTOPPABLE. Your mission statement has inspired me to live in greatness today. I feel like I know you through this mission statement. You’ve written with great description and clarity. This is awesome!

Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest Winner #6

Ron’s mission statement to achieve fat loss is…

A total commitment to lose the fat and gain lean muscle by changing the way I fuel my body, as well as finding the optimal exercise routine to kick up my metabolism. I believe changing my mindset to look at eating as fueling my body for survival and nutrition will be a key to my success. If I can accomplish that state of mind, I believe there will be huge gains in the days to come.

After the 21 days, I will be a lot more confident in everything I do, especially things that require interaction with other people. People who know me will look at me and notice the difference in both physical appearance as well as social confidence.

The next 3 weeks will be the catalyst to building a better me. This will not be a one shot, 21-day resolution, but a complete change of how I want to live for the rest of my life. I want to be that person with his picture and story posted; I want to give my testimony of how Unstoppable Fat Loss helped me to achieve my goals, to become a better me! =)

Scott’s Comments: Incredible mission statement Ron! Isn’t it amazing how just 3 short paragraphs can become so empowering? You share some great new beliefs. Your paragraph about the increase in confidence is very empowering emotionally and will be a significant factor in driving you forward.

Being unstoppable goes well beyond 21 days… it’s the journey of a lifetime. But it sure helps to break things down into 21 day chunks that are much more manageable. I eagerly await your picture and story Ron. Keep up the great work!

What’s Your Mission Statement?

So there you have it. 6 winners of the Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest. They each receive the Unstoppable Fat Loss Program and those who are already members will receive a 1 hour phone consultation with me.

I hope that this contest has inspired you to write out your Unstoppable Fat Loss mission statement for the next 21 days and beyond. If you haven’t already shared your mission statement, I encourage you to post it below. There’s a lot of power in making your goals and mission public. It makes it REAL!

What’s your mission statement to achieve Unstoppable Fat Loss? It’s time to make health and fitness more than just a hope or wish. Make your vision of the life that you deserve become real by sharing your mission statement below in the comment box.

Congratulations to the six winners of the Unstoppable Fat Loss Birthday Contest. You stepped up, took action, and poured your heart and soul into it. You are Unstoppable!

My thanks goes out to each of you who participated in the contest. All of you are winners and I hope that you got a lot out of this fun activity.

Empower Your Mind… And Your Body Will Follow!

Scott Tousignant