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Nutrisystem - JK Review -
Men's weight loss
Tightening Their Gun Belts
Police Department bites the bullet on
weight lossNutri Systems
for men
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Officers in Augusta, Maine
lost a total of 439 lbs.* in
just 12 weeks this past
summer. Bravo! |
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Take 13 men, 1 woman, 12 weeks, and the hottest
weight loss program around and what do you get? Well, if you're the
Police Department in Augusta, Maine, the answer is…a whole lot
thinner!
This past summer, NutriSystem® was proud to challenge
fourteen of Augusta's finest, including the Chief of Police himself,
to take part in The
NutriSystem Weight Loss Response—a
12-week weight loss challenge in which two teams of officers
competed to see which could lose the most weight and earn
departmental bragging rights. In an effort to take a bite out of
time, so to speak, the officers vied to see who could get back into
fighting shape by following the
NutriSystem Advanced™
weight loss program. In just three short months, from May to August,
2005, the group lost a collective total of 439 lbs.*, with
individual successes going as high as 50 lbs.* lost.
"This was just great for our department. I'm so
pleased with how many officers participated, not to mention how well
they did," says Police Chief Wayne McCammish, who lost 37 lbs.*
himself and went from pants size 44 to a 38. "Personally, now I have
more energy, my diabetes numbers are great, my cholesterol numbers
are wonderful, and overall I just feel better! But I also feel that
as a group, we're a much stronger, healthier department now. I'd say
"Nutra System"
is just what most people need to get them on the way to
weight loss."
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Up
To The Challenge
Congratulations go
to 4 of Augusta's finest who
led the weight loss way. Top
losers were (from left to
right): Deputy Chief Bob
Gregoire (lost 50 lbs.*),
Chris Shaw (lost 44 lbs.*),
Chris Massey (lost 39
lbs.*), and Scott Harris
(lost 44 lbs.*). (Not shown:
another top loser, officer
Ray Moinster, who lost 42
lbs.*) |
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But how did this whole thing get started? That answer
lies with Lt. Jeffrey Pomerleau—a police officer in Augusta for
nearly 15 years, and one of the thousands of NutriSystem success
stories (shown second from right, front row of the group shot).
Having begun the program on his own in March of 2004 at a starting
weight of 262 lbs., Pomerleau lost 90 lbs.* in about a year and says
he improved his health tenfold.
"I lost so much weight on
NutriSystem diet. This
definitely ranks as one of my highest achievements in life. And I
knew that if I could do it, anyone could, so I was happy to inspire
others in the department to discover the same success."
And discover it they did. With the help of Pomerleau
as a liaison, Man weight loss sponsored the intra-department challenge,
and in one short summer, fourteen of his fellow officers saw amazing
results.
Lose 20 lbs plus
"I'm a guy. I have never tried any type of diet, but
this one worked for me. Now I can ride a bike like I did when I was
younger," says Officer Joe Burke, a 19-year force veteran who lost
23 lbs.* on the program.
"For me, it was just time to start eating
responsibly," said Officer Richard DuBois. "I want to be around to
watch my kids grow up. I never thought I would be able to lose
weight, but I did it, and now I feel more comfortable (especially in
the heat) and I have more energy to play more with my kids. It's
awesome!" DuBois lost 35 lbs.* during the challenge, and went from a
size 44 to a 38 waist during the 12 weeks, despite his family's
local business—an ice cream shop!
Says Officer Ray Moinster, the oldest participant at
55 years old, and one of the most successful "losers" in the
challenge, "My wife is an amazing cook, so eating has always been a
focus. However, I really enjoyed the great foods like their Cajun
Style Chicken and Cheese Ravioli. Plus, I finally learned some
portion control—something I couldn't do before." Adds the former
athlete and part-time high school girl's hockey team coach, who lost
42 lbs.*, "I would recommend this program without reservation. I
have more energy now and can exercise again, too."
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Arresting Results
During the 12-week challenge, the 14 officers were
divided into two competing teams of seven, each eager to derail the
other—but to no avail! All losers were winners on this program, and
each participant has the results to prove it. But as if pounds lost
weren't enough, these guys (and gal) made a big dent into their
waistlines, too, with a whopping 73 total inches* lost around the
waist for the group.
"It was crazy. I went from a size 44 to a 36 size
pants. We were all handing down uniform pants and gun belts and
passing them around as we kept dropping sizes," says Detective Matt
Clark, who lost 35 lbs.* during the challenge.
"In the back of my head, I had actually thought about
the likelihood that most of these guys would need new uniforms,"
admits Lt. Pomerleau, "But I didn't say anything to the Chief. I
knew that wasn't in the department's annual budget!"
A good choice it turned out to be, as despite needing
to chalk up a few grand for some new uniforms, now the Chief, and
the entire city of Augusta, has a much healthier and happier police
force in its community.
"I knew I just needed to 'stop the madness' of my
eating habits," says Lt. Bill Hayward, who lost 31 lbs.* on
Nutra System. "As I approach 50, I finally realized that I needed to
lose weight and eat healthier so I could look forward to a healthy
retirement. Now, after NutriSystem, I'm no longer self-conscious
about my weight and I feel like I have more stamina. I'm stronger."
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Augusta's Most Wanted -
Nutra System Foods
NutriSystem
offers more than 125 entrees
and snacks to choose from.
So what did the officers
think of them?
"I loved their Caramel Corn
and breakfast cereals."
– Detective Chris Massey,
lost 39 lbs.*
"I liked most all of the
snacks and breakfast items.
For lunch, I loved the
Chicken Noodle Soup."
– Detective Matthew Clark,
lost 35 lbs.*
"My favorites are the
granola bars for breakfast.
I also like the Chicken with
Almonds, Rice and Vegetables
for dinner."
– Officer Richard DuBois,
lost 35 lbs.*
"The Vegetable Beef Stew is
great for lunch—tastes just
like what you'd buy in the
grocery store!"
– Officer Paul Frye, lost 12
lbs.*
"I liked the Beef Tacos,
Ravioli, and Chili entrees.
They filled me up—I was not
hungry at all on the program
and felt quite satisfied."
– Lt. Bill Hayward, lost 31
lbs.*
"I really enjoyed the
Scrambled Eggs, several of
the soups, and the Whipped
Sweet Potatoes with Cheese."
– Chief Wayne McCammish,
lost 37 lbs.*
"I especially loved the
hamburgers, chicken breast
patties, soy chips and the
Salisbury Steak."
– Officer Ray Moinster, lost
42 lbs.*
"With only a few exceptions,
I really liked nearly all of
the NutriSystem foods. They
really have a wide variety,
and the portions made a big
difference for me."
– Officer Chris Shaw, lost
44 lbs.*
"What's my favorite thing
about NutriSystem? Why, the
food, of course!"
– Deputy Chief Bob Gregoire,
the individual "winner" of
the challenge, who lost 50
lbs.* and 11 inches* around
his waist! |
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"Despite their weights, I always knew all these guys
could do their jobs before—and they did them well," notes Lt.
Pomerleau. "It's just that now I don't have to worry that they'll do
their job and then turn around and have a heart attack," he adds,
only half kidding.
According to Shannon Crossin, Marketing Director for
NutriSystem, the "before and after" difference was profound. "It was
really an exciting project to be a part of. To see these guys
transform right before our eyes—in both how they felt, as well as
how they looked—was so rewarding for everyone here at NutriSystem. I
think our photographer put it best at the 'after' photo shoot when
one of the guys walked in and she said, 'Oh my gosh—you look like
the son of the guy in your before photo! You've taken years off your
look!'" Crossin adds, "It's just really amazing what some of these
guys did in just three short months."
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Still Walking The Beat
So what's next for these Maine men (and woman)? Well,
aside from continuing to stay fit by pumping up their workout
efforts in their on-site fitness center, all but two of them are
continuing to lose weight with NutriSystem. "More than half of these
guys are staying on the program and we're so pleased about that,"
says Christian Soltysiak, lead NutriSystem weight loss counselor for
the challenge. "I'm really proud of all of them, and for those who
want to lose more weight, we'll do everything we can to help them
reach their ultimate goals."
But even for those who hope to lose more, the past
three months this summer will stand as a shining example of just how
exemplary these officers in blue can be. Perhaps best expressed by
Officer Chris Shaw at the closing photo shoot when asked, How do you
feel now?, he replied simply, "Well…you try going from 295 lbs. down
to 251 lbs.* and then tell me how you'd feel. I feel great."
This, just before one final, parting quip from a
fellow officer in the back of the bunch who hollered, "Now, can
NutriSystem make donuts?"
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* Results not typical
Note: All content included in this story
regarding the testimony and statements made by program participants
should be considered personal opinion and does not constitute any
claim made by NutriSystem regarding any health or weight maintenance
issue. Always consult your physician before starting any weight loss
or exercise program.
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