Battle of the Bulge Week 7 Challenge Submissions

Youve battled the bulge from Thanksgiving to New Years and now just one last
week remains! Getting involved in competitions like this can help you stay motivated and
accountable. But, what happens when the competition ends? You need to continue on that path
towards good health! In this challenge you will need to identify and submit a picture of your
Fitness Role Model someone you can look up to and aspire to be like. This person will serve as
a reminder of the importance of good health and fitness and how much it can benefit you.

I look up to Jane because of how fit she stays for the age she is
~Sharon Coakley, York

I picked Jillian Michaels as someone that I look up to because she has compassion for people no
matter who they are or what there issues may be. Jillian has touched a lot of lives in being a
coach on the Biggest Loser.
~Darla Duncan, York

My role model is my mother, who passed away back in 1998 from breast cancer. I lost her when
I was 25 (she was 54), so I know how painful it was to lose her so soon, and I dont want to put
my sons through that when they are still young (they are in their early 20s). I want to eat
healthy, exercise, get enough sleep and enjoy life so I hopefully will have a better chance of
living longer and being around for my family. I look at her every day and say I can do this, for
you!
~Dawn Hughes, PrePrint

My fitness role model is my Grandmother, Letha. My Grandmother is 76 and has had two heart
attacks, one of them requiring triple bypass surgery as well as carotid artery surgery. The reason
she is my role model is because knowing that I have a family history of heart problems, I want to
take steps now to prevent a scary future. I do not cook with Crisco (her staple) and instead use
grape seed oil, which is a much healthier alternative. I want to be on earth as long as possible to
be with my family and friends.
~Karen Alliet, Hartford

My fitness role model is my dear friend Lisa Hansen. She is the mother of 5 fantastic children.
She works full time and still manages to fit in working out and eating healthy every day. She
looks FANTASTIC!!!
~Debbie Boardman, Neenah Plant
My father motivates me. At age 47, he had Triple Bypass surgery. At that time, he changed his
diet. At age 75, he is still watching what he eats and exercising daily.
~Brad Schultz, Folding Carton Group

I choose my 2 daughters as my role model. They are the ones that has been helping (pushing)
and standing by me the whole time. They have been with me the whole time through this
journey. They are the reason I want to be healthier for. I want to continue to watch them grow
and achieve their goals in life.
~Tammy Reese, Osage

~FCG

I follow fitness trainer Anja Garcia on Facebook. She is inspiring and very motivating. Her
workout videos on Daily Burn are excellent!
~Wendy Raabe, Oconomowoc

My good friend, Doug, is very fit. He is 52 years old and could easily pass for being in his 30s.
Doug skis, bikes and eats healthy. He is my role model for fitness.~Austin David, York

My role modelKerri Walsh. Olympian and mom, shes amazing!

~Angie Shepard, Folding Carton Group

Denise Austin is a fantastic motivator for all people wanting to get in shape, eat better & exercise
on a regular basis! She remains a positive & powerful role model for women of all ages.
During more than 30 years promoting health and fitness, Denise Austin has created over 100
workout videos and DVDs. Denise has championed the benefits of heart health and good
nutrition throughout her career. A 2008 recipient of the American Heart Association and
Womans Day magazines Red Dress Award, she has served two terms on the Presidents
Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and helped launch the U.S. Department of Agricultures
food pyramid guidance system.
~Patricia Gover, Ethel

~Menasha Corporate Office

Here is my small group of neighbors who I work out with and Zumba with we also walk around
our path we have in our community , they all inspire me because I'm a lot younger than most of
them and yet they have the will and drive to be healthy.
~Jim Fuller, York

~ York

My Seattle friend, Carola, is my fitness role model. Carolas lifestyle is full of hiking, biking,
and healthy eating. She prefers walking or biking to a car whenever possible. Carola introduced
me to the mountains 8 years ago, and Ive been hooked ever since. This picture was taken Sept.
2014 at Cho La Pass in Nepal, two days after reaching Mt. Everest Base Camp. This summer we
hope to climb Mt. Adams, or hike a portion of the Appalachian Trail~Jane Boettcher, Neenah

My Fitness Role Model is Shaun T. Since I started to work out with his programs I havent
stopped. He keeps me motivated and helps me to dig deeper. I started with the Insanity work
out, continued with the T25 which is 25 minutes a day and now I am looking forward to start
the new work out program which is the Insanity Max 30 which it is 30 minutes a day. I love
his programs. I have been working out with his programs for about 3 years now and they have
help me to lose a lot of weight. ~Gloria Paola, Truman

My inspiration is my twin sister, Donna Liesch. She is a true inspiration to continue losing
weight and to choose a healthy life style. ~Jennifer Mueller, Oconomowoc

My fitness role model is my wellness coach, Lainey Schwartz. She has lost over 80 lbs on her
fitness program and inspired others to lose over 100 lbs. She is ALWAYS positive and never has
excuses. She is always ready to go work out and get fit!
~Michelle Hunter, Lakeville

~DeForest

My fitness Role model is Bruce Lee, he has been my role model since I was about 11 years old
and will probably be mine till I pass away. I remember as a child going to my Grandfathers and
watching Bruce Lee movies every chance I got. My Grandfather had cable at the time and we did
not.
He inspired me to talk my parents into signing me up for karate classes, which made me
stronger, faster, and made me more confident as a child.
This has carried over into my adult life, and has helped me try to keep a healthy mindset
throughout my adult life. I still work out at least 3 times a week and I feel I am still in pretty
good shape for my age. ~Kevin Sanderson, York

~ Craig Swartz, York