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Stacy has struggled to get her weight under control after going through breast cancer treatments 4 years ago. She’s always been energetic and athletic, but can't seem to get going by herself without motivation. Her neighbor/friend Arnette has struggled as well, putting all her time and attention into her family. Now that we are both focused, we feel we can motivate each other with a little help from some outside sources.

Stacy G
Stacy Goss

Arnette B
Arnette Darby

Why do you want to be Mid-Michigan's Biggest Loser?

My motivation and desire lies in the fact that I want to be that fun, energetic mom that my kids deserve. I am only 28, and my kids have had to sit back while I fought the breast cancer, and now with weight limitations, waiting for me to be able to participate in family fun. I want to do it for me, but I feel they deserve it the most!! I would make a good team member because I am always upbeat, energetic, and when I set a goal, I'll be darned if I am going to fail!!

My motivation for this competition is to show my daughter that I understand why she wants so badly for me to be healthy like she is working so hard to be. I need to set an example for my children, and realize that up until this point, I have not been so good at that on health front. I would value an opportunity to participate in this program.

Teammate Information

Age: 28
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 242.2
Weight Loss Update 4/6/2011: 223 lbs

I work seasonally for the American Cancer Society as the Manager for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. I have three awesome children and an amazing husband. I am an after school golf coach, but my weight is starting to limit my abilities to function with the children properly. I also love going to concerts, and spending any time with my family. I am a two-time breast cancer survivor, and have struggled with my weight since going into remission 4 years ago. My husband was in a motorcycle vs. deer accident in August 2010, so we are now getting back to normal, and I would love the opportunity to work on myself a little more now

Age: 45
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 223.4
Weight Loss Update 4/6/2011: 200 lbs

For the last 8 years, I have been a stay-at-home mom, raising two children. In that time, I have unfortunately let myself go. My daughter has recently made changes in her life to slim down and live a healthier lifestyle and she's inspired me to do the same. It's time to put myself first and make myself healthy for me and my family. I love playing golf with my friend/neighbor Stacy, and we work very well together and have a blast when we are together!

Check back often as we blog about our experience and attempt to become MidMichigan’s Biggest Loser. Also, please leave us your messages of encouragement in the comments section below.

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