Debra Shafer
Bust - Lost 2 inches
Waist - Lost 3 1/2 inches
R Arm - Lost 1/2 inch
L Arm (stayed the same)
Abs Below Bellybutton - Lost
2 inches
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inches
R U Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
L U Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
R L Thigh - Lost 1 inch
L L Thigh Lost 1 1/2 inches
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf (stayed the same)
| 
After 60 days |
I lost 6 lbs and 13.5
inches total in two weeks. I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER!! My clothes are fitting very
well and I fit into a couple of things I didn't before. I think I've lost a
whole size. I'm much more mobile and flexible and don't have any aches in my
back or legs. I have a much better outlook on life and find my mental health to
have gotten a real lift. I'm standing much straighter again and can feel the
muscle that I have gained as I move about my day. My skin is clearer and my
digestion has improved. My circulation is much better also and I don't feel so
toxic!
Allie
Crowder-Schaefer
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Abdominals Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/4 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm - (stayed the
same)
L Upper Arm lost 1/2 inch
I havent been as
diligent in working out as I would like, in the two weeks that the contest has
been going on I have only worked out 5 times. However, I will say that with
only 5 workouts under my belt I have noticed changes and not just in the
numbers above.
Some of the changes I
have noticed:
Better posture, not
perfect but better
Less tension in my neck
I fall asleep faster
My clothes fit a little
better
My body looks firmer
Ive also noticed that as
I learn the moves they become easier but then you start to really focus on your
form and it takes the work out to a whole new level.
Im really looking
forward to measuring at the end and the results so far are helping me to better
prioritize my evenings; I can watch TV/relax or work out and be healthy/feel
great.
AMANDA ESPER
If I did my calculations
right, I've had a total inch loss of 10 3/4!
The first week and a half I had a little more energy, but I was really
nauseous. I thought it was the flu or something, but after reading the
forums I quickly learned that it was just my body detoxifying. I must
have had a lot of toxins! But that soon disappeared and I've since had an
increase of energy! I really am starting to feel great!
AMY
WILLIAMSON
Bust (or Chest for Men)- Lost
1 inch
Waist - Lost 1 1/2 inch
Abdominals - Gain 1 (moon time is near)
Hips - stayed the same
R Upper Thigh - Lost 3/4 inch
L Upper Thigh - Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh - Gained 3/4 inch
L Lower Thigh - Gained 1 inch
R Calf - Lost 3/4 inch
L Calf - Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm - Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm - Lost 1/4 inch
Well I feel
pretty rootin tootin good! It amazes me what a half an inch here and a
quarter of an inch there does to a body to really show inch/size loss. My
size 12 pants I bought at Christmas (and were tight from my holiday indulgence)
are now becoming very lose (i.e. it's belt time!) I also decided to buy
some new pants and went for the size 10 instead of 12 (and yup they fit!)
I also have
been noticing my coordination improving. My biggest example of this is my
drumming. Before I stumbled, fumbled, and bumbled through playing (i
couldn't get the left hand, right hand coordination going.) I'm going to
a drumming circle next month so began practicing again...and guess what...I
have coordination! I'm amazed how I can do the drumming with both hands
so naturally. It almost doesn't seem real...lol! I have to admit I
thought the "right brain/left brain" T-Tapp principle was a buncha
hype. T-Tapp has done it again...proved me wrong and in the process
giving me something that I can use!
ANGELA
ROSS
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abdomen Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Lower (stayed the same)
Left Upper Lost 3/4 inch
Left lower Lost 1/2 inch
Right Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Right Arm (stayed the same)
Left Arm (stayed the same)
How do I feel? Fantastic!
WOW- I really am so shocked- 5.75 inches in two weeks. Although I have been
dedicated to tapping - started with a 4-day boot camp of Tempo and then went to
an EOD routine. I have not been really eating all that great. I think that is
the most shocking thing because you do not expect to see results because you
have not been "dieting" but your body is getting stronger and
becoming more efficient. Now I am sweating like crazy. To think when I first
started tapping a couple of months ago, I thought was easy and never got to a
dripping state .I have noticed the other day that I can sit crisscross on the
floor with out my hip ball-joint hurting- I think it was out of alignment due
to holding babies. My feet do not hurt so much when I get up in the morning
from plantar fasciitis. I am also short torso with weak knees, lower back and
poochie belly issues. At 35 my knees crack when I go up and down the stairs.
However my knees feel like they are getting stronger and when I climb stairs
now I always think KLT and this seems to diminish the cracking. So far so good-
this surprising inches loss in just two weeks is enough to keep me tapping-
can't wait to see where I am at the end of the contest!
ANNMARIE
WISHART
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist gained 1 inch
Abdominals lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm (stayed the
same)
L Upper Arm (stayed the
same)
I am unemployed, and
single not an easy combination. The job market before Xmas was tough. I have
to say that I found doing T-Tapp has really help to relieve my stress level. I
have found that I am not waking up 2 or 3 times during the night. And doing
the workout consistently seems to have helped me to be more positive about
finding the perfect job. I was at the mall on Sunday, and a man stopped me and
said that I had great posture (hopefully this wasn't just his lame pick-up
line) I really feel like I am walking a little taller. And I have more guys
asking me out too. (Bonus) This program works on all areas in your life! I am
feeling less tight between my shoulder blades, and I and I can see results in
my balance (I have many ear surgeries) and I have had a problem with balance
for years. My shirts aren't as tight.
ANN
NICKLAS
Bust Lost 1 inch
Waist (stayed the same)
Abdominals Lost 1 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh (stayed the same)
L Upper Thigh (stayed the same)
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Calf Gained 1/2 inch, which I would like to gain more here....
L Calf (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm (stayed the same)
L Upper Arm Lost 1 1/2 inch
During the first two
weeks of the T-Tapp contest I noticed an increase in energy, flexibility,
and stamina. I do not wake with the pain in my back and neck that I did 3
weeks ago. I have done T-Tapp in the past but not as strict as
I am now. I can not believe how much my body has been changing
and how nice I look in my clothes already!!! It is amazing what
small form tips can do to improve your workout.
I LOVE T-Tapp because it
is NOT a bunch of jumping around and uncontrolled movements. I have never
done well with aerobics because I am NOT coordinated and my back, knee, and
neck problems would just not allow it. With T-Tapp everything is very
isolated and controlled!!! I find it so easy to do and I really look
forward to my workout rather than dreading it!!
APRIL
(PALMIERI) JAMES
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abdominals Lost 1 inch
Hips (stayed the same)
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
R Lower Thigh (stayed the same)
L Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
R Calf Lost 1/4 inch
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
293 total body inches 1/18/05
298.25 total body inches 1/4/05
Loss of 5.25 inches!!!
My back feels more
aligned; I had some of a backache from holiday stress and excess. I have to
tote all groceries home, don't have a car, so all shopping is done on the way
home from work and I have to carry several bags in the process.
I have not changed my diet except I am trying to make sure I get enough fiber,
so whole grains, fruit and veggies are on the menu. I have gained about a pound
and a half since 1/4/05.
I have uterine fibroids and they seem to be acting up after my monthly period,
it was noticeable in December and much worse in January. After 4 days of Basic+
the cramping subsided, I hope that trend continues. I have an appointment with
my physician to deal with this. I also have to watch the fiber because
constipation can be an issue. I am 48 years old and I am sure hormonal shifts
have something to do with it.
So far I have been doing Basic Plus only, for a 14-day boot camp. I only did
Step Away the Inches once. I plan on alternating Basic Plus one day and Step
Away the Inches the next. I have done boot camps before, but it is hard for me
to do every other day, I usually forget. I like just doing Basic Plus and I
don't have an excuse not to do it, makes me feel good, it's short and it's
never too late to do it. I usually do right before bed, 10:30 or later. Since I
lost 5.25 inches in two weeks, I can see it works even though I gained weight!
I'll be happy to add in Step Away the Inches every other day.
ARLISS
ALLEN
I am afraid I have not
done so well. First of all, I was not able to T-Tapp because of my toe (I
really do think I broke it now since it still is not healed). I have done the
BWO+ about 5 times total and on my measurements I lost:
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2
inch
Hips Lost 2 inches
and all the rest stayed
the same.
Hopefully by the end of the
week my toe will be well enough it does not kill me when I try to do the
workout. I figure then when I get fantastic results it even shows more how
effective it is!! :-)
ASHLEY
FOX
Bust Lost 1 3/4 inches
Waist Lost 1 1/2 inches
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 3/4 inches
Right Upper Thigh Lost 1 3/4
inches
Right Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
Right Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Right Arm Lost 1 1/2 inches
Left Upper Thigh Lost 1
inch
Left Lower Thigh Lost 1 3/4
inch
Left Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left Arm Lost 1 inch
Altogether my total inch
loss for this last 2 weeks was 15 in. I also lost 3 lbs. and have much more
energy than before starting the 60-day challenge. In this last two weeks i have
gone from a Womens 22 to a Misses 18, and feel really good about it. I can't
wait until I can see the final results!
BEA
DAVIS
AREA MEASURED
BUST Lost 1/4
inch
WAIST Lost 1/2 inch
ABDOMINAL (stayed the
same)
HIPS gained 3/4 inch
RIGHT UPPER THIGH (stayed
the same)
LEFT UPPER THIGH Lost 1/4
inch
RIGHT LOWER THIGH Lost 1/4
inch
LEFT LOWER THIGH Gained 1/4
inch
RIGHT CALF Lost 1/4 inch
LEFT CALF Lost 3/4 inch
RIGHT UPPER ARM Lost 1/4
inch
LEFT UPPER ARM Lost 1/4 inch
TOTAL BODY INCHES: 259.75
inches
Inch loss from 1/4/05 Lost
1.75 inches
I did a 10-day boot camp
of Basic Rehab, then every other day. What I've noticed is that, while I
haven't lost a lot in inches, I've become more cut and toned. My body seems to
be evening out and getting more symmetrical. I can button my pants and skirts
easily (before they were tight). There's definition in my arms and upper
stomach area now, where before there was none. I'm noticing that I can stand up
straighter with better posture. I seem to have more of a jaw line now, also.
My hot flashes have stopped - I just feel better all around. When I do hoedowns
and PBS during the mid-afternoon slump - my fatigue goes away. I'm really
enjoying this program.
BETH
SPENARD
Bust Lost 2 inches
Waist - Lost 1 inch
Abs - Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inches
r upper thigh - Lost 1/2 inch
l upper thigh - Lost 1/2 inch
r lower thigh - Lost 1 1/2 inches
l lower thigh - Lost 1 inch
r calf - Lost 1 inch
l calf Lost 2/3 inch
r upper arm Lost 1 inch
l upper arm (stayed the same)
Total loss after 2 weeks - 11.1 inches!!!
To be honest during the
past two weeks I didn't make good food choices, so the loss is due to the
total workout. I ended up getting really sick for about 5 days and I
missed 2 workouts (I was doing a 14 day bootcamp) and I still lost way more then
I expected. I had to add up the inch loss several times because I didn't
believe it even though my jeans are fitting a bit better. I feel really
good physically and emotionally. I know I am finally doing something that
is good for my body. I am telling anyone and everyone who will listen,
about T-Tapp. I have only lost .6 lb, but for the first time in my
life, I DON'T CARE!!
BRENDA
AMENDOLA
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1 1/2 inch
Abdomen Lost 3 inches
Hips Lost 1 inch
Rt upper thigh Lost 3/4 inch
Rt lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Lt upper thigh Lost 1 inch
Lt lower thigh Gained 1 1/2
inch
Rt calf Gained 1/4 inch
Lf calf Gained 1/4 inch
Rt arm Gained 1/4 inch
Lt arm Gained 1/2 inch
I am very excited about
this program, I have alot more energy, my body is starting to feel more
flexible and believe it or not my mind is much sharper.
BRENDA
CASE
Right Arm Lost 1/4 inch
Left Arm Lost 1/4 inch
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abdomen Lost 1 1/4 inch
Hips (stayed the same)
Right Upper Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Left Upper Thigh (stayed
the same)
Right Lower Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Left Lower Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Right Calf (stayed the
same)
Left Calf (stayed the
same)
Total inch loss 3 3/4
I also measured some
other areas that I did at Safety Harbor and have an additional 1 1/2 inch
loss.
I've been tapping since
Sept 2003. I have been a slow loser. In Oct 2004 I was able to
attend the Safety Harbor retreat. At that time I was at my lowest weight
and wearing a size 14 pants. Unfortunately after the retreat I suddenly
gained 15 pounds in 4 weeks without any explanation for the gain. Since
then I found that my thyroid had been off for over a year. This may
explain why I could not budge the scale in 1 1/2 years and slow inch loss. I
also realized that I was getting depressed due to this body
change. I have worked so hard to lose weight and get my body healthy
that this sudden change threw me into a depressive state of mind. I also
realize that thyroid problems have caused some of these emotions.
When the contest came up
I decided it was time to refocus on me. I just started a higher
level of synthroid about the time the contest started. For me I decided
my energy level was not too good so decided to focus on BWO+ and the walking
tapes. I did not start my tapping until Jan 6 by doing 5 days of
BWO+ and STEP AWAY THE INCHES. Day 6 I was unable to do this workout
so continued my boot camp for 4 more days. Although I planned to do a
14-day workout my body was just too tired. Walking was making my legs
ache. After the 9-day boot camp I stopped and measured two days later,
the results being above. So the above results are based only on 9 days of
tapping during the first two weeks.
During these workouts I
was not able to go straight through them. I had to stop several times to
stretch out the legs and rest. Although while tapping I do not feel very
energetic, I have noticed throughout the evening I have more energy and feel
better. I start my morning with PBS and brushing. Mornings where I
skip this I notice I'm just am not as awake and ready to start my day.
This really perks my body and mind each morning. I also notice that my
body does not feel bloated. I can tell by measuring my wrist each
morning. If my thumb and middle finger can wrap around my opposite wrist
I know my body is moving out toxins. My pants, which I had to buy new
larger sizes due to the weight and inch gains, feel so much
better. Even though the inch loss above may not show the difference I
know by feel that they are more lose and comfortable. When my legs move
within my pants legs without the material feeling stretched and tight against
my legs I know I'm losing the extra inches. Now that I have started EOD I
notice on the nights I do BWO+ that I sleep very sound. I may
wake up one time during the night but go back to sleep and sleep sound.
This has helped me also with the depression I was feeling about my body.
I am feeling more positive and happy and know that I must be patient with the
medicine to kick in and my body to respond. My emotions are coming under
control and my family is happier with these positive changes.
Sorry Kitty this is a
little long. Didn't know if you wanted a little background for the
publisher's to know a little about each person. Need to go do SITTM and
then relax for a "me" day. Took off work to regroup
myself. I know I can change this body and health but it is hard when you
go backwards after coming so far ahead. Never thought that after SH that
I would find myself in this situation.
BRENDA
GRIFFIN
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 2 3/4 inches
Abdomen (stayed the same)
Hips (stayed the same)
Right thigh - upper Lost 1/2
inch
Right thigh - lower
(stayed the same)
Left thigh - upper (stayed
the same)
Left thigh - lower Lost 1/2
inch
Right calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left calf Lost 1/2 inch
Right arm Lost 1/2 inch
Left arm Lost 1/2 inch
I am very happy with my
2-week results! Especially with the waist results - lost 2 3/4 inches. WOW!
I lost 5 3/4 inches and I was
sick for about a week and wasn't able to do much workout at all during that
time. I didn't lose any weight, so I know I am building muscle.
I started out with a 4 day
bootcamp, on day 4 of my bootcamp is when I became sick with a head cold and
sinus problems, I went to every other day, and done two complete workouts, then
after that I was only able to do parts of the workout, like about 15 min. or
less. Because of being sick.
So in the past 2 weeks I
have really only been able to do 6 complete workouts, but I am so very pleased
with the results. I can only imagine if I had not become sick of how many more
inches I could have lost.
Also I am sleeping better, I
have had insomnia for years, and the past few nights I have actually been
sleeping better.
I am excited to see what
results the weeks ahead of me bring.
CARIE
PHELPS
Bust (or Chest for Men
Lost 2 inches
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abdominals Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 2 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 2
inches
L Upper Thigh Lost 2
inches
R Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
L Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
Total inches lost is: 12
inches!
About 2 months ago I was
diagnosed with Auto-Immune Disorder after several months of feeling sluggish,
depressed, extremely tired and basically no zest for life (which also led to
not taking very good care of myself and significant weight gain). I was
miserable until now! I have had the TTAPP DVD's for about 2 months and did it here
and there, but I always felt so tired I would not drag myself to do it (I come
from psycho gym rat just under a year ago so I felt like if I didn't do 60
minutes at least "what is the point?"). When this challenge came
about I thought what the heck ~ I need the motivation and if I won that would
be very cool too. I was sure I was going to do the B/R category up until
literally the day to sign up. I thought you know what I am going to put TTAPP
to the test and only do BW+ for 60 days (hey it is better than what I had been
doing and I finally realized if I did the other category I would be setting
myself up for failure!). So, drum roll please~ here I am 2 weeks later and
down 12 inches. I have not stepped on the scale and don't plan to, but can definitely
tell my clothes are fitting better. I have really noticed my energy is
WAAAYYYYYY up there too. Before TTAPP (2 weeks ago) I could barely drag myself
out of bed at 6am now I have been getting up every morning at 5:30 to do my BW+
(most mornings I am up even before my alarm). I have not had the 3pm work
sluggishness at ALL and have had tons of energy at night too. This to me is
amazing in only 2 weeks ~ I absolutely cannot wait to see what 60 days brings.
The other great thing is it seems so easy to do the BW+ everyday because I
always have 15 min and now with the energy I have no EXCUSES! Thanks Theresa
and Thanks Kitty for doing such a wonderful job putting this together. What I
am experiencing beats a free trip to Tampa FL, but I sure do want to go to Safety Harbor (free or not) and meet the lady who is changing my life.
CAROLYN
COMERFORD
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh (stayed the same)
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 3/4 inch
Total Inches Lost: 6 3/4!
Diary Summary:
First Week: Completed Total Workout 5 times and did Body Brushing 3 times.
In addition: 1 BWO+, 1 OIP, & 3 Body Brushing
Second Week: Total Workout 3 times, Body Brushing lesson, a dance
workshop, and go to a dance in one day without getting exhausted. During
both weeks, I went to other dances (2) and attended dance workshops (3) other
factors include: Significant adrenal system problem. I have been extremely
tired as a result of the adrenal problems. My diet has changed but I am not on
a weight loss program. I have also retired from my job during this same
two-week period.
Changes Noted: Less tired and more energy. Some muscle soreness and my lats are
feeling the more frequent and intense exercise. It's good.1, and BWO+ 1
I felt a little more energetic during the last week and was able to take a
private dance.
CATHERINE
OCONNELL
BUST (stayed the same)
WAIST Lost 2 1/2 inches
ABS (stayed the same)
HIPS Lost 1/2 inch
R UPPER THIGH Lost 1 inch
L UPPER THIGH Lost 1 inch
R LOWER THIGH Lost 1
inch
L LOWER THIGH Lost 1 1/2
inch
R CALF Lost 1/4 inch
L CALF Lost 1/2 inch
R UPPER ARM Lost 1/4
inch
L UPPER ARM Lost 1/2 inch
Total Inch Loss: 9 1/2
inches!!
I know I feel
stronger, but I am worn out at the end of the 52mins 37secs. I've decided to
treat T-Tapp as part of my job. I only have to work one hour a day, but I have
to work every day.
I am a singer
and my appearance is part of my job. I am a 48yr old singer and there are way
too many great young singers with fantastic figures for me to ignore my lumpy
figure any longer.
The 2 CDs
I've released have done remarkably well, nearly 7000 sold, my goal is to
somehow break through the ceiling by hook or by crook and earn enough to buy a
home and help my three sons with college. Getting in shape can only
enhance the chances!
CHARITY
HARRIS
BUST Lost 1 inch
WAIST Lost 3/4 inch
ABS Lost 1 1/2 inch
HIPS (stayed the same)
R UPPER THIGH Lost 1/2 inch
L UPPER THIGH Lost 1 inch
R LOWER THIGH Lost 1/2
inch
L LOWER THIGH Lost 1/4 inch
R CALF Lost 1/4 inch
L CALF Lost 1/4 inch
R UPPER ARM Lost 1/2
inch
L UPPER ARM Lost 1 inch
Total Inch Loss: 5 1/2
inches!!
I noticed during the past
two weeks that my clothes started to fit differently. In some cases, tops were
looser or jackets met better in the middle.
Possibly there has been
some lifting in the depression I experience during the winter. Being in the
contest is a huge incentive for me to exercise at this time of year.
CHRISTINE
CONNOLLY
Bust Lost 1 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 1 1/2 inch
Abdominals Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 3 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 2 inch
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm (stayed the
same)
L Upper Arm Lost 1 inch
TOTAL INCH LOSS: 14 inches
I've approached this contest
from the "slow and steady wins the race" perspective, which I have
also been applying to my eating with the Naturally thin principles since June
2004. For the first week, I focused on adding PBS and brushing twice a day back
into my schedule. This past week I continued brushing twice a day and added a
few (3) MORE workouts. Yesterday I started a 4-day MORE BC and will participate
in a form clinic with Lannette on Sunday, weather permitting.
I'm finding that on the
mornings when I do PBS, I need less coffee to help me wake up and I am warmer
outside in the cold (a definite plus here in NYC). My range of flexibility is
noticeably increasing and I have more energy. To my surprise & delight, my
pants are already fitting more loosely (yippee!).
CINDY
GAUGUSH
Right Bicep: Lost 1/4 inch
Left Bicep Lost 1/2 inch
Chest Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 3 inches
Lower Abs - Lost 2 3/4 inches
Hips Lost 4 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2 inch
Right Calf Lost 1 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2 inch
Left Calf Lost 3/4 inch
Total inches lost 17.70!
Measuring day weight - 6 pounds lost
I also took ankle
measurements. I started out at 111/4 inches. Measuring day my ankles
were 10 1/2 inches. One whole inch lost from each ankle!
I have had pitting edema
as a result of my high blood pressure (I take blood pressure medication &
did not want to start on diuretics) and the swelling has been very
bothersome. I think that the combination of taking alfalfa (6 tabs:
2tabs 3xa day), brushing, and T-tapping has increased my circulation. I
am amazed!!!
By the way, I've lost
17.7 inches!!!
Jan 4 - PBS
Jan 5 - PBS
Jan 6 - PBS
Jan 7 - PBS
Jan 8 - MORE DVD arrived completed instructional. Start taking alfalfa
2 capsules 3 times a day = 6 caps. I'm
running to the bathroom!
Jan 9, 10, 11 - completed MORE Instructional
Jan 12 - PBS am & pm
MORE (regular workout)
Jan 13 - PBS am & pm
MORE
Jan 14 - PBS am & pm
Just too busy with kid schedule.
Should have tried harder to
do it in the morning.
Stuck one set of HD's so I wouldn't feel
so guilty after pizza.
Jan 15 - PBS am & pm
MORE
Took my measurements today. For me it really is one week of doing MORE.
I didn't remember to take them until after lunch.
Surprise: 17.70 inches lost!!!!! And my knee is getting
stronger.
All I can say is WOW and Thank you!
Please let Teresa know, I didn't want to add more mail to her box during such a
busy time.
COLLEEN
HARRISON
Bust Lost 2 inches
Waist Lost 3 1/2 inches
abdomen (at navel) - Lost 2 1/2 inches
hips - Lost 1 1/4 inches
L upper thigh Lost 1 inch
R upper thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L lower thigh Lost 2 inches
R lower thigh (stayed the same)
L upper arm
Lost 1/4 inch
R upper arm Lost 1/4
inch
Total inches lost in two weeks = 13 1/4 inches
I have done the BWO+ six
days a week for these two weeks. In the second week I began adding the
STEP AWAY THE INCHES program. I have to admit that I spend most of the
time "just stepping," but every day I'm getting better at adding the
arm movements, etc
My size 18 jeans are
starting to fit me comfortably again. I have noticed a decrease in the
pain in my lower back. I've also noticed a sense of more strength in my
legs as I've had to do some pretty heavy-duty tromping through the last big
snow we had (in order to feed our horses.)
Julyn (my 19 year old daughter who recently moved to Provo, UT and is living
with my older daughter, Melynda Fitt, came up over this past weekend and
coached me on some "points of perfection." I was amazed that I
had lost this kind of inches doing the moves as imperfect as I had been.
I'm truly amazed at how this program starts working, even with the humblest
effort. It really encourages a person to keep going and to trust that the
form will get better--and the results will keep coming.
CONNIE
FOX
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist (stayed the same)
Abs (stayed the same)
Hips - Lost 1/2 inch
Right upper thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Right lower thigh (stayed
the same)
Right calf Lost 1/4 inch
Left upper thigh (stayed
the same)
Left lower thigh - Lost 1
inch
Left calf (stayed the
same)
Right arm (stayed the
same)
Left arm gained 1/2 inch
Total inches loss: 2
inches
I have lost a total of
two inches and have noticed more energy; I don't feel a need to take a nap in
the afternoon and at 52 years old and two teenage girls to keep up with that is
something! I look forward to getting out on my walks with my beagle in the
mornings even though it is below zero degrees the past couple of weeks, the air
is refreshing and the fast pace gets the heart and blood pumping, a great way
to get my day started. I have been doing the BWO+ daily except for
Sundays and either my walk for 30 minutes or STEP AWAY THE INCHES with the MORE
tape.
CYNTHIA
BARIL
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1 1/2 inches
(YIPEE!)
Abs (stayed the same)
Hips (stayed the same)
R upper thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L upper thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R upper arm (stayed the
same)
L upper arm (stayed the
same)
My total loss so far is 4 1/2
inches YIPEE!!!!!!!!!!!
In the first two weeks of
the contest I have noticed changes in my body. Over Christmas I fell
off the T-Tapp wagon and was feeling sluggish, irritable and tired.
Now that I'm Tapping again my energy level has increased I sleep better and
somehow Tapping seems to regulate my hormones my PMS (irritability and
cramping are much less). My muscles are more cut and I've lost 4.5
inches overall! Today I put on one of my workout shirts that I
haven't worn in a while, when I last wore it made me look like a sausage all
packed in there now it's actually a little loose.
One thing I've noticed
with T-Tapp is that with the other exercise programs I've done I used to feel
tired after and drag myself through the day. With T-Tapp I find
that the days I do it in the morning I feel energized and ready to take on
the day. It's like a cup of coffee. With other programs I
would suffer from extreme muscle stiffness with T-Tapp I find my muscles feel
like they have been thoroughly worked out without the stiffness. I
guess this is due to Teresa's focus on lymphatic drainage. I love
the T-Tapp system because its the only one that addresses a full spectrum
of health concerns.
DARLENE
SCHLECHTE
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist (stayed the same)
Abdomen Lost 1 inch (yeah!)
Hips - Lost 1 inch (double yeah!!)
Right Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
Left Upper Thigh- Lost 3/4 inch
Right Lower Thigh Lost 1 3/4 inches
Left Lower Thigh Lost 1 3/4 inches
Right Calf (stayed the same)
Left Calf (stayed the same)
Right Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
Left Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
During the first week of T-Tapp my clothes are starting to get looser, my
energy is up, and I've been sleeping better. I even lost 2 pounds.
My husband even commented that he could tell some difference.
I did the 4-day boot-camp total workout and am now doing the exercises every
other day. The third day was a killer but I endured. I was ready to pull
Teresa through the TV especially when she says "hang-in there, I'm hanging
in there with you". I've found myself being more conscious of making
sure I keep my stomach and fanny tucked in even more.
Even though I feel like its torture, the benefits are starting to show little
by little.
DEENA
HIGHTOWER
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abs - Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R knee (stayed the same)
L knee (stayed the same)
R calf Lost 1/4 inch
L calf (stayed the same)
R arm Lost 1/2 inch
L arm Lost 1/4 inch
I feel like I am getting smaller even before I took my measurements. Its
wonderful to feel good about myself again. I try to walk in KLT all day
and just walking properly makes me feel good about myself. I walk with
confidence and am actually smiling again at work. With T-Tapp I will once
again feel better and look better in time. But the best is how it makes
you feel.
DENISE
GRELL
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abdominals (stayed the
same)
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
Rt Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Lt Upper thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Rt Lower thigh Lost 1 1/2
inch
Lt lower thigh Lost 3/4
inch
Rt calf Lost 1/2 inch
Lt calf Lost 1/2 inch
Rt Arm Lost 1/4 inch
Lt Arm Lost 1/4 inch
My 1st week started out
great did 5 day Boot Camp with rehab. Step Away the Inches. Inst. 1& 2 day
6 took off day 7 found out I pulled my shoulder out of socket. Day 8 my 3 kids
husband & I got flu, talk about roadblocks. Rest of 2nd week went ok manage
to get a workout every day with tempo, Step Away the Inches basic plus or inst.
1. I don't have all my energy back yet but my shoulder is doing better.
DENISE
VANVLIET
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Bust (stayed
the same)
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abdominals Lost 2 inches
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf Lost 3/4 inch
R Upper Arm (stayed the same)
L Upper Arm (stayed the same)
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Total inch loss during
the first 2 weeks = 6 inches!
The first week of the
contest I got the flu. So I was not able to exercise at all during that week.
This has really been only the last week! I feel like this contest is the
catapult toward my goal. Thanks for doing this! Im starting to feel like Yes
I Can do this. I'm doing it! Thanks Kitty! Denise
DIANE
BATES
Chest - Lost 1 inch
Waist - Lost 3 inches
Abs - Lost 3/4 inches
Hips - Lost 1 inch
R upper thigh (stayed the same)
R lower thigh Gained
1 1/2 inch
L upper thigh - Lost 1/2
inch
L lower thigh - Gained
1 1/2 inch
R calf - Lost 3/4 inch
L calf (stayed the same)
R arm - Gained 5/8
inch
L arm - Gained 1/2 inch
During the first week of
the T-Tapp contest I noticed an increase in energy, I have been sleeping better
at night. I have lost 3.66 inches so far. I have found that I
have more flexibility and can do some things easier. I am looking forward
to bigger losses and more flexibility from my body.
DONNA
MCWILLIE
Bust Lost 2 2/5 inches
Waist Lost 1 3/4 inches
Abs Lost 1 1/4 inches
Hips Lost 1 inch
L. Upper Thigh Lost 3/4
inches
R. Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
L. Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
R. Lower Thigh Lost 1 3/4
inches
L. Calf Lost 1/2 inches
R. Calf Lost 1/2 inches
L. Arm Lost 3/4 inches
R. Arm Lost 1/2 inches
TOTAL LOSS - 13 inches and 5
pounds!!!!!
During the first 2 weeks of the T-Tapp contest I noticed an increase in
energy and less tendency towards depression, which had the added bonus of
helping me to lose weight since I no longer found myself binge eating. I
have a tendency to be an emotional eater, and even though I eat healthy meals,
I snack (or graze) constantly throughout the day when I'm "feeling out of
control" emotionally. However, I have noticed a more positive
attitude towards life and myself in general which may be physiological or
may just be the result of feeling better about myself because I'm doing
something good for myself.
Although I decided not to
make any New Year's Resolutions regarding diet and exercise this year, since
they've usually been forgotten by March, I did happen to realize that if I
could just cut out snacking and bingeing, I could probably lose considerable
weight, so I thought that 1 pound a week would be a reasonable goal to work
towards. By the end of the year, I would have dropped the extra 50
pounds I've been carrying around for the past few years. T-Tapp has
helped me to control my mood swings (and thus the uncontrolled grazing), as
well as burn off lots of extra calories.
In addition, I had been
having pain in my left arm that I think was due to ulnar neuritis, which
persisted for the past 6 months through yoga workouts and water aerobics.
I even stopped working out for a couple of weeks this past summer to see if it
would improve, but it persisted. However, I noticed after about 5 days of
T-Tapp, the ache and pain are no longer there.
Finally, let me mention
that I am a "prodigal tapper". I tapped about 4 years ago, and
looked better than I had in years ever though I was carrying additional weight,
and then because my schedule became increasingly hectic, I gave it up.
I've thought about getting back into it, since I know it works--however, until
I got news of the contest, I couldn't find the incentive to go through another
bootcamp. So thanks for providing the impetus---and many thanks to all of
the ladies who post to the forum---I've been "lurking" and have
received much encouragement to continue when my energy was lagging!
DONNA
SHRUGA
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abs Lost 1 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inch
L. Upper Thigh (stayed the
same)
R. Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L. Lower Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R. Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
L. Calf (stayed the same)
R. Calf (stayed the same)
L. Arm Lost 1/4 inch
R. Arm Lost 1/4 inch
I started off this
Contest with a 14 day Tempo& Beginner/Rehab Bootcamp.
During the first few days I immediately noticed that I was not retaining as
much water in my legs. My sock line was no longer there! That was exciting to
me! I started to feel stronger and felt like I was tightening up. My posture is
definitely getting better. My suits started feeling looser. I Measured after 6
days, and was happy to see inch loss. Now that my Bootcamp
is complete, I have lost a total of 5.75 inches!
DOROTHY
SENILE
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Abdominals - Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
R upper thigh Lost 1 inch
L upper thigh Lost 1 inch
R lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
I am taking Margit's Ecourse on motivation, I did the tele-seminar with
Teresa, and I took a day of exercise w/Michelle of Pittsburg. I am feeling a
lot better and 5 1/2" loss so far, I had a hard time getting in the groove
of everything but with all this support I cannot help but be inspired
EILEEN
FEINMAN
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist (stayed the same)
Abs - Lost 0.375 inches
Hips - Lost 1.125 inches
R. Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L. Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R. Lower Thigh gained 1 1/4
inch
L. Lower Thigh gained 1/2
inch
R. Calf Lost 1 1/4 inches
L. Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R. Arm Lost 1 3/4 inches
L. Arm Lost 1 1/4 inches
The last 2 weeks have
been very good for me. I have finally gotten back to doing my workout. I
noticed the amount of body pain has become less. My back hurts a lot less and
my knee pain is getting much better. My energy levels are slowly increasing.
I am having less of a problem keeping my body in alignment. I guess that goes
hand in hand with having less back pain. As for my measurements they have
been taken 2x but I have no desire to see them. I do know I have lost inches,
which is all I want to know. I got a new bra that lifts by bust and makes it
appear perkier. I expected my bust measurement to have gone up, but it
remained the same. If I had gotten measured wearing my old bra I probably
would have lost something there too. All I know is that I am going in the
right direction, DOWN.
ERIC
KUEHN
Chest Lost 1/4 inch
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abs Lost 0.375 inches
Hips Lost 0.625 inches
R. Upper Thigh Lost 0.625
inches
L. Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R. Lower Thigh Gained 1/4
inch
L. Lower Thigh Gained 3/4 inch
R. Calf Lost 0.125 inches
L. Calf Gained 0.125
inches
R. Arm (stayed the same)
L. Arm Gained 0.375 inches
Two weeks of tapping
what has changed? The mornings arent as bad as they used to be.
Im able to get up and be slightly motivated during the day. The whole
outlook on things is a little better, not so gloom and doom. Physically, I
know its working. My chronic problem areas are looking slightly better:
my chest is looking manlier. My stomach is slowly getting back to where
it should be
not hiding parts of my lower body. I know that tapping has
helped my back in the past. Suffering from a herniated disc and
degenerative disc disease, my days used to be filled with some amount of
pain. I almost feel back to normal. I can actually lift equipment
for my job again (with help from now on with the heavy stuff), since I can lift
way more than the 15 pounds I was stuck to before. In the past two weeks, I
have even gained the ability to do one full set of Oil Wells! Most
importantly, I can lift and hold my daughter until my arms give out
not my
back
GAIL
SHERMAN
I lost 4 1/2 inches total.
I feel super, I still
have some down days but overall I am getting up earlier, I have way more energy
and I am only sleeping about seven hours a night and no naps. My clothes are
fitting better, when I began the contest I was wearing size 22 pants, and now I
can squeeze into size 20. Life is soooooo good; I am becoming a new person
thanks to T-tapping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you again for your
patience - you are truly amazing, God Bless,
GINA
TAYLOR
BUST Lost 1/2 inch
WAIST Lost 1 1/2 inch
ABS Lost 1/2 inch
HIPS Lost 1 inch
R. UPPER THIGH Lost 1/2 inch
L. UPPER THIGH Lost 1/2 inch
R LOWER THIGH - Lost 1 3/4
inch
L. LOWER THIGH - Lost 1 3/4
inch
R. CALF Lost 1/4 inch
L. CALF Lost 1/4 inch
R. UPPER ARM Lost 1/4 inch
L. UPPER ARM Lost 1/4 inch
Lost Total of 19 inches
As you can see, I lost 19
inches to date. I am AMAZED!!!I haven't even started my boot camp yet; just
building up my muscles first and then will accomplish a 14-day boot camp. So
far my workouts have been every other day. I have also been brushing on a
daily basis, but mostly after my workouts. Workouts I've done to date are the
T-Tapp to tempo and the basic workout plus. Thats IT! I feel refreshed and my
muscles are toning up fast. The fat shift is happening and I am enjoying it so
far
JAN
STRICKLER
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist - (stayed the same)
Abdominals - (stayed the
same)
Hips - (stayed the same)
R Upper Thigh Gained 1/2
inch
L Upper Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Lower Thigh lost 3/4 inch
L Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
R Calf Lost 1/4 inch
L Calf Lost 1 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
Weight loss: 1 lb.
Total inch loss 3 3/4
inch!
Two weeks later
Ive had
a very slow start with my challenge, however, when I measured this morning
there were a few surprises in inch loss, especially in my arms. I have
been skin brushing twice a day. This is a change from doing it once a day
sporadically.
Ive been doing the
T-Tapp to Tempo workout about 3 times a week and the Basic Workout Plus at
least once a week or when I just dont have time for the full workout. I
havent done well at all in regard to my diet. I had planned to cut my sugar
intake drastically to 2 days off and one day on. I did pretty well for one
series, but usually I want a little sweet at the end of the day. Still working
on that.
I did find that the
Intermediate to Tempo Workout is too hard for me. After doing it, I starting
spotting, which progressed into a period. Then four days after completing
that, I have started my regularly scheduled period, so Im not happy about
that.
Other than that, T-Tapp
always makes me feel better. It takes away all my aches, pains, and stiffness.
Its a miracle worker for my aching back. I thank God for Teresa Tapp.
JANE
BENNETT
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist - Lost 1 inch
Abdominals - Lost 1/2 inch
Hips - Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inch
L Upper Thigh - Lost 1 inch
R Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
L Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm Lost 1 1/2
inches
L Upper Arm Lost 1 inch
Total inch loos: 7 1/2 inches
Since starting the
contest, I noticed that my thunder thighs ACTUALLY HAVE SHAPE UNDERNEATH all
that fat!!! That's the first thing I noticed. I feel SO STRONG! I never
have that afternoon slump, and I'm actually sleeping through the night, which
is even more important to me than losing inches or weight
JENNIFER CHILDERS
Bust 40 Lost 1/4 inches
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 1/4 inches
Hips Lost 1/4 inches
Right Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inches
Left Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inches
Right Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Left Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Right Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Right Arm Lost 1/4 inches
Left Arm Lost 1/4 inches
TOTAL INCH LOSS: 4 1/4 inches
I've been consistently tapping since the middle of August of 2004 when I
first discovered T-Tapp, so I haven't really seen any dramatic inch loss the
first couple weeks of this challenge. I have felt great as I made it through
the mental hurdle of completing a 10-day bootcamp. I feel increased energy
and really feel my body transforming to inner muscle. I haven't seen
dramatic changes, but my clothes are getting looser and I feel great!
JENNIFER
CHIPMAN
Bust (stayed the
same)
Waist gained 3 inches
Abdominals gained 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
Right Upper Thigh (stayed
the same)
Left Upper Thigh Lost 3/4
inch
Right Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Left Lower Thigh (stayed
the same)
Right Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left Calf (stayed the
same)
Right upper arm (stayed
the same)
Left Upper arm Lost 1/4 inch
So my total is inch
loss is: +3 1/2 inches
groan! Darned menstruation!
But in the meantime:
Since I have been
T-Tapping on a regular basis I have noticed that the days that I do the Basic
Workout Plus I feel more centered, focused and energetic, and get more
accomplished around the house and in my business tasks. The workout feels
very energizing and revitalizing to my spine, I love all the twisting
actions. I have also noticed that the flexibility in my right arm is
increasing. In the past I could only barely hold it behind my back at my
waist before feeling pain, now I can hold it slightly above my waist!
JENNIFER
SHERMAN
The first week I was very
good, I managed to w/o every day, Jan 4 to Jan 9. Then I started a new
job and I have been working from 7 to 5, coming home exhausted and have not
been able to work out. I have been feeling so good though I suffer
from a bi-polar disorder and I find that working out really does help me.
I went snow shoeing on January 15 - great workout but hard to keep my
form!!! But I am working on it.
My measurements have not
changed enough to be noticeable but hopefully I will be able to work out more
this week.
JENNY ELLEDGE
Bust - (stayed
the same)
Waist Lost 1
inch
Abs Lost 2
inches
Hips Lost 3/4
inch
R Upper Thigh
Lost 3/4 inch
L Upper Thigh
Lost 1/2 inch
R lower thigh
Lost 3/4 inch
L lower thigh
Lost 1/2 inch
R calf Lost 1/2
inch
L calf Lost 1/4
inch
R upper arm
Lost 1 inch
L upper arm
Lost 1/2 inch
Total inch
loss is 8 1/4 inches!
I am so
excited that in two weeks, T-Tapp has given me such great results! My ultimate
goal is to lose 3 dress sizes, and I feel now that I will lose 2 dress sizes by
the end of this contest! When I announced my inch loss to my husband, he was
flabbergastered. He's seen me T-Tapp consistently, but also has seen me eat my
dessert, too! It's amazing to still maintain my regular diet and T-Tapp to
shrink my body. I feel wonderful!
JENNY
MAYER
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Ribs Lost 1 1/2
inches
Waist Lost 2 1/2 inches
Abdominals Lost 1 1/2
inches
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Up. Thigh - (stayed the
same)
L Up. Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Low. Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
L Low. Thigh Lost 1 1/4
inches
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Up. Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L Up. Arm Lost 1/2 inch
Additional measurements:
R Forearm Lost 1/2 inch
L Forearm Lost 1/2 inch
Neck Lost 1/4 inch
Over bust Lost 1/2 inch
R Wrist Lost 1/4 inch
L Wrist Lost 1/4 inch
TOTAL
LOSS: 14 inches!
My name is Jenny Mayer
and I have done pretty well in the first two weeks of the 60-Day
Challenge. I was able to have a session with one of Teresa's T-Tapp
trainers, Annette Kunde, the first weekend after starting the challenge.
She gave me a lot of great tips! In the first two weeks, I have lost 6
lbs. and 14 inches, and have had several wonderful changes take place! I
am excited to see what the next 6 weeks have in store for me!
The changes I have seen
thus far with T-Tapp have surpassed any results I have had from a medication I
was put on 1 year ago for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). I have
struggled for years with my weight, but it has gotten out of hand since having
my 3 children, within a 4 1/2 year period. I have also had my muscle mass
increase, making for a very bulky and heavy body (Both of these factors due to
the PCOS). I have also had bouts with depression over the years as
well. And the exhaustion! I would get out of bed and feel like I
had only slept a few hours. So, with that...
Since starting this
challenge 2 weeks ago, I have noticed that my mood has gotten better, I sleep
better and wake up with more energy. I feel more relaxed and in control
of my emotions. I also was hindered by my TM (which is usually long,
heavy, and painful) about 5 days after starting this challenge. But, to
my surprise, my TM was cut short by 2 days and I only had minor cramps and a
lighter flow. This is wonderful after having 25 years of terrible
cycles!
I also have a
hip/tailbone issue since delivering one of my children that bothers me
daily. It isn't completely pain free, but it is much more
manageable. I am sure this will continue to improve with time. My
knees are much better, having been VERY painful due to the excess weight and
years of volleyball abuse. The pain is decreased significantly and I am
able to get up from a kneeling position without feeling like my knees are going
to give out! I am starting to feel closer to my age of 37 instead of
97! I am very motivated by my results so far and look forward to the new
me!
Every part of me thanks
you,
Jenny Mayer
JESSICA
JOHNSON
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1/4 inch
Abs Lost 1/4 inch
R upper thigh Lost 3/4 inch
R lower thigh Lost 3/4 inch
L upper thigh Lost 3/4 inch
L lower thigh (stayed the
same)
R calf (stayed the same)
L calf (stayed the same)
R arm Lost 1 inch
L arm Lost 1/2 inch
During the first few
weeks of the contest I noticed my skin smooth in appearance, my legs looked
more tone and smaller to me. And I noticed a change in the way my pants fit.
They fit looser in the legs, though tighter in the waist. I keep telling my
self that it is because my butt has seemed to lift or it is just the fat
shift. Energy is always better on the days that I Tapp.
Chest Lost 1/8 inch
Waist Lost 1 1/4 inch
Abs - (stayed the same)
Hips Lost 2 inches
R Upper Thigh - (stayed the same)
L Upper Thigh - (stayed the same)
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf Gained 1/4 inch
R Upper Arm Gained 1 inch
L Upper Arm Gained 3/4 inch
I'm very much an apple shape. My arms are "normal". My
legs are normal. But my belly is large. That's why it's not a
surprise that most of my loss was in the waist. I did notice my pants fit
a little better. Hopefully I can cut back on eating like I need to and
can lose even more before the contest ends.
JUANITA
WARD
Bust Lost 1 inch
Waist - (stayed the same)
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
R Upper Thigh - (stayed the
same)
L Upper Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
L Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm - (stayed the
same)
L Upper Arm - (stayed the
same)
I was unable to do any
workouts during the first week because my dad was at UVA having throat cancer
surgery. I have done MORE for 9 out of the last 10 days. I was a little
disappointed in the lack of inch loss because my clothes are fitting so much
better that I was sure I had lost more inches. There are no words to describe
how I'm feeling though. MORE is the best DVD ever created. As a MORE to lose
gal, my muscle awareness has increased so much, my energy levels are soaring
and for once in my life--I look forward to exercising! I really see MORE as my
ticket to being healthy--finally!
JULYN
HARRISON
Bust Lost 1/4 inch
Waist Lost 3 3/4 inches
Hip Lost 3/4 inches
Stomach/gut Lost 3 inches
R/upper thigh Gained 1/4 inch
L/upper thigh Gained 1/4
inch
R/lower thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L/lower thigh Gained 1/4
inch
R/calf Gained 1/4 inch
L/calf Gained 1/4 inch
R/upper arm Lost 1/2 inch
L/upper arm Lost 1 inch
Total inches lost from Jan 4
thru Jan 18 is . . . drum roll please.. . . . 10.5 INCHES!!!!!
I don't have serious
health issues, but I am human and do cause my self a lot more pain than
necessary. When I started my upper and lower back were in a great
deal pain. It hurt to pop my back, and when I did pop my back it was
a chorus of pop rocks. I could sit up straight and crack my back up
to 8-10 times, which isn't happy. My neck hurt constantly, due to a
not-friendly pillow (which has gone to the wind and happily replaced) and not
sleeping well. Within 4 days (I began on the 4th, my first time
back in a year) my back and neck have ceased hurting. I also
sleep through the night-which I am sooo grateful for!! I have gained
about an inch in my height - due to proper alignment in my posture and I don't
shuffle my feet any more!! (Melynda is so happy that TTAPP has given me
the knowledge of walking in proper alignment! she hates when I
shuffle). I am so thrilled about the wonderful things that T-TAPP is
doing for me!!! I am so grateful!!!! Thank you!!!
KAT
LAURENTS
Bust/Chest - Gained 2 1/2
inch - I think it is because they have shifted up
Waist (stayed the same)
Abdominal Lost 2 inches
Hips - Lost 2 3/4 inches
R Up Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
L Up Thigh (stayed the same)
R Low Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Low Thigh (stayed the same)
R Calf Lost 1/4 inch
L Calf Lost 3/8 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1/4 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 3/8 inch
Total Inch loss 4 1/4 inches!
I have gotten really
busy; so have only been able to do BW+ 6 times. I cannot believe the
results in only 6 workouts. (I have also have walked a couple of times and
have done Step Away the Inches a few times.
The first week I had nausea when I was doing the PBS, and so had to stop
and walk around awhile. But I always went back to it and made it through.
I have yet to do a full workout. I am trying to focus on correct form, so
only get through about 4 reps on each exercise (except the PBS. I make
sure I do the whole PBS routine.)
I haven't lost that many inches, but am reshaping so much that it is
noticeably. I have already had someone ask me what I am doing to lose
weight, but I have only lost 2 pounds in the 2 weeks.
The first few days after starting T-Tapp, I had almost constant indigestion and
reflux, but tried to power-through and not take anything for it. I didn't
want to add more toxins to my body when I was working out so hard to get rid of
them. I just figured it was the T-Tapp normalizing things. And now
I am fine.
My posture is improving and I am feeling less frumpy.
KATE
YOUNG
RT Arm (stayed the same)
LT Arm - Lost 1/2 inch
Waist Lost 2 inches
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 3/4 inch
Hip - Lost 1/2 inch
RT thigh (stayed the same)
LT thigh (stayed the same)
Lt knee Lost 1/4 inch
Rt knee Lost 1/4 inch
Total inch loss - 4 1/4
inches!
I did a 14-day bootcamp
of beginner rehab. I'm back into my tens, which were too tight at the waist
from the 12s I had been wearing. I feel so good after working out. It gives me
so much more energy for the day. The first few days I felt my body detoxing. I
don't feel bloated like I did.
I gave
blood on 1/7, and my blood pressure was good. Iron levels good.
I was not worn out from donating blood at all. I worked out the next day, no
problem. I can get through the workout much easier than I could on day one. I'm
bobbling less. Spider veins are fading some.
KATHLEEN
COLLINS
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh (stayed the
same)
R Calf Lost 1 inch
L Calf Lost 1 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm (stayed the
same)
My measurements are not
very significant--I was sick for the first week of the contest! I have been
concentrating on persevering with doing something--whether it is only PBS and
brushing/alfalfa/PG spray, or the full-up BWO+ with brushing (a.m., p.m.), PBS
(a.m., p.m.)--every day. Even with the small amount that I have accomplished to
date, I feel taller and more pulled together with regards to my muscles; I do
not feel like a bowl of pudding when I sit or walk. My general health has been
odd, but I don't think that is due to T-Tapp. I think I've picked up some of
the illness going around at work! My allergies have kicked in and I have
fibromyalgia achiness in my muscles. T-Tapp does help with heating me up so
that some of the achiness dissipates.
I hope to have a better
picture of my progress on the next check in. I'm not concerned about winning
the contest though; this was a way to get me started and motivated to continue.
I know that once I get T-Tapp worked into my routine, I'll be healthier and
more slender in no time.
KATHY
EVANS
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abs (stayed the same)
hips Lost 1/2 inch
Thigh R Lost 1 inch
Thigh L Lost 1 inch
Lower thigh R Lost 1/2 inch
Lower thigh L Lost 1/2 inch
Calf R (stayed the same)
Calf L (stayed the same)
Chest Lost 1/2 inch
Arm R (stayed the same)
Arm L (stayed the same)
Total inch loss = 5
inches
The first week I suffered
from a slight cold and some horrible PMS. I only did the Total Workout 2 times
(from Tues. to Tues.) and jogged 2 miles on the treadmill once. The second
week I felt much better and did 3 1/2 Total body workouts and 5 days on the
treadmill 2 miles each. I was feeling pretty sluggish from the holidays
but T-Tapp always snaps me back into shape. I hadn't worked out in more than a
week prior to the contest and I was having back trouble so badly I couldn't
sleep. Since starting T-Tapp again my back is good a new and I sleep like a
baby. I also had a pretty bad acne flare up but with the great lymphatic
pumping of T-Tapp my face is crystal clear. I look forward to the rest of
the contest and more inch loss!
KELLI
CLINE
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Gained 1/2 inch
Abs Gained 3/4 inch
Hips Lost 1/4 inch
RU Thigh Gained 1/4 inch
LU Thigh (stayed the same)
RL Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
LL Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf (stayed the same)
R Arm Lost 1/4 inch
L Arm (stayed the same)
Okay, so I'm a little
disappointed in the measurements, BUT they aren't accurate since my TOM started
today and I always gain about 5 pounds of puffiness! I didn't workout the whole
month of December, and before that I had been doing BWO+ or MORE or one of the
step tapes. I havent done the whole Tempo tape since I don't know when. So I
decided the contest was perfect to get me committed to doing it. Let me tell
you that that the first couple of times I did it, I wanted to puke! I was so
nauseated, and I had to stop the tape three or four times to get my heart rate
out of the extreme zone! Now, the great part: I've done Tempo 7 times as of
the 18th, and I'm able to do the whole thing straight through non-stop! I have
more energy, and I LOVE how quickly my muscles are getting rock hard! At least
once a day I flex my arm and feel my bicep. Ha! I can really feel my legs and
butt tighten as I go up stairs. I am able to hold my stomach in and actually
feel the muscles. All this in 2 weeks! I think I'm sleeping better, and am able
to wake up easier in the mornings. Did I mention how tight and great my muscles
feel in just 2 WEEKS? Under all this flab is one tight toned body. GO FLAB
GO! Thanks Teresa!(and you too Kitty!)
P.S. Just think of the
dramatic changes the people on the biggest looser would have had with T-Tapp.
The problem is it would they have taken 1/2 as long, and they wouldn't spend
the whole day working out! That's not teaching them how to succeed on their
own. Sorry, off my box. Thank again!
KERRY JONES
Bust - (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs - (stayed the same)
Hips Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh - (stayed the same)
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/4 inch
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm - (stayed the same)
Total Inch loss - 4 1/4 inches
During the first week of the T-Tapp Contest I noticed I had more
energy. I like the fact that the WO I chose is short. I am doing the BWO+
and nothing else but the walking I do for my job (about 20,000 steps a
day). I consider the walking part of my normal life...the T-Tapp is the
real exercise and the real thing responsible for my energy and the subtle
changes noted above, after two weeks.
I haven't changed anything else in my lifestyle and I am very happy that things
are starting to change, I am feeling very optimistic. Virtually 15 minutes
and I am done for the day...not too much to ask.
KRISTEN CRAWFORD
Bust Lost 3/4 inch
Waist Lost 1 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 3 1/4 inches
Hips Lost 3/4 inches
R upper thigh Lost 1/4 inch
L upper thigh Lost 1 inch
R lower thigh Lost 1 inch
L lower thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R calf Lost 1/2 inch
L calf Lost 1/2 inch
R arm Lost 1/4 inch
L arm Lost 1/2 inch
Total Inch loss; 10 INCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So, how do I feel???? Let me tell you, I feel excited. I'm going through
this for the second time around, a few years ago, after my third child was
born, I tapped my way down to a size 14/12, I've only been below a 14 once in
my life, at around age 22, I was barely eating anything, and obsessively
exercising at the time, very, very unhealthy. And ever since the
birth of my first child, 11 years ago, I've been struggling with my weight.
Flash forward to after the birth of my third child, when I discovered T-
Tapp. I bought it, I did it and it worked, better than anything had
ever worked before. I was a slow loser, then hit a plateau, I was well on my
way into a size 12, kind of in between a 12 and a 14. I hit a major plateau,
but kept on tapping.
I was just recently diagnosed as having Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or
PCOS. I became anemic and couldn't exercise, I could barely make it
through the day most days. The PCOS caused me to be insulin resistant, which
makes it very difficult to lose and keep off lost weight! Well, It took a
long time to get diagnosed, and in that time I gained back 2 sizes, up to a
16. I've begun treatment by a holistic NP, and the contest timing was
perfect timing for me to give this a second try!
After taking iron for 2 months I soon had enough energy to Tapp, so I committed
to doing basic plus for these 60 days. My biggest fear was that because
of the PCOS, maybe this wouldn't work for me, but boy was I wrong! I am so
happy to have lost 10 (!!!) inches in 14 days...I feel better, I feel stronger,
and I love T-Tapp!!!!
LILY BULER
Bust Lost 1 inch
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
Left upper thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Left lower thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Left Calf - 17 (stayed the
same)
Right upper thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Right lower thigh lost 1/4
inch)
Right calf lost 1/4 inch
Left arm Lost 1/2 inch
Right arm Lost 1/2 inch
Total Inch Loss 6 1/2 inches
During the first 2 weeks
of the T-Tapp contest I noticed a number of things. After the first week I
noticed a definite increase in energy, even though I had quite a few late
nights, I still had energy to do numerous things in the evening after putting
in a long day at work. After two weeks I also noticed loss of inches. Some of
my clothes that were starting to get a little tight seemed to fit better and I
even squeezed into a pair of jeans that I hadn't worn for a while, and after
measuring I realized why, I had lost an amazing 6.5 inches with only doing the
Basic Plus work out (and I even missed a few days). I have been having a lot
of pain on the bottom of my foot and the other day I noticed that the pain was
not as intense. T-Tapp is an amazing exercise and wellness program.
LISA KAVANAGH
Waist Lost 1/2
inch
Hips Lost 1 3/4
inches
L. Thigh - Lost
1/4 inch
R. Thigh
Lost 1 inch
Bust Lost 1/2
inch
R. Arm -
Lost 1/4 inch
L.Arm
(stayed the same)
R. Calf Lost 3/4
inches
L. Calf Lost
3/4 inches
Abs Lost 3/4
inches
L. Lower - Lost
1 inch
R. Lower
Lost 1/2 inch
My name is
Lisa Kavanagh I started tapping in May of 2004. After the first two weeks
of tapping I felt an enormous difference in my body. I couldn't believe
how much taller I would stand. My posture felt so good that I didn't want
to ever stop tapping even just for that effect that it was having! I also
had been experiencing horrible cramps during my menstrual cycle, but my
first period after starting tapping I barely even notice that I was going
through it!
Since the
beginning of the 60-day contest I have lost a total of 8 inches! I feel
really good about that considering I have entered the total workout category
and I rarely make it all the way through the Total Workout!
LISA WALLACE
Inches lost: 2.75
inches
Pounds lost: 8
pounds
Progress report,
01/18/05: Yesterday, I just finished up a 14-day boot camp alternating
between T-Tapp to Tempo and Tempo Intermediate. I feel like my
muscles are still pretty swollen, but I do have a 2.75-inch loss so far, and I
think this will be even greater once my body recovers from the boot camp.
The most remarkable thing, though, has been that I actually lost 8 pounds
during the past 14 days (from 155 down to 147), and I am absolutely thrilled
about that. I have been at 155 for quite a while, and it is great to
finally see the scale moving in the other direction. I have been
following Teresas GM/MM plan with 2 days on and 1 day off since the beginning
of the contest. I have also been brushing every day, and I take about
four capsules of Teresas alfalfa each day. The absolute best benefit so
far has been an improvement in my mood, sleep, and energy level. I have
struggled with mild depression for as long as I can remember, and I also suffer
from terrible insomnia. Since I have so much trouble sleeping at night, I
never have any energy during the day, and all I want to do is sleep. I
saw an tremendous improvement upon beginning my boot camp. The mood
elevation is always instantaneous after my exercise, and the good mood
continues throughout the day. I am no longer constantly cranky, and I
know that I am a better wife and mother because of that. My circadian
rhythm has fallen into a normal pattern, and I am finally able to sleep at
night (probably because I am so exhausted from Teresa!) for more than 3 hours
at a time, which has given me the energy I need the following day. I work
from home on production, and my productivity these past two weeks has almost
doubled, which has been amazing to me. I always feel so much better when
I T-Tapp. My body responds to this program in many, many positive
ways.
MARGARET COUSINS
Bust - Lost 1/4 inch
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs -
Lost 1/4 inch
Hips - Lost 1/4 inch
R. Up. Leg Lost 1/2 inch
R Low. Leg - Lost 1/4 inch
L. Up. Leg - Lost 1/4 inch
L. Low. Leg - Lost 1/4 inch
R. Arm Lost 1/2 inch
L. Arm - Lost 1/4 inch
R. Calf (stayed the same)
L. Calf (stayed the same)
Total Inches Lost - 3 1/4
In two weeks I have done
10 BWO+ and 7 Step Away the Inches. Before I started I would take a 2 hour nap
around 2 -3pm and go to bed at 10 - 11pm wake up at 7am. The biggest change I
have noticed is that I no longer need that 2 hour nap. Whenever 2pm would come
around I would get so tired that I wouldn't be able to think straight. Now 2 pm
comes and I do feel a little fatigued but it isn't anywhere near as
debilitating as before. Also my clothes are starting to feel loose, in
particular my jeans. I am now catching myself having to pull them up, when
before they were on the tight side. Overall I believe in T-TAPP and can't wait
to see the end results.
MARILYN KUEHN
Bust Lost 1 1/4 inches
Waist Lost 1/4 inch
Abs Lost 3 1/4 inches
Hips (stayed the same)
R. Upper Thigh Lost 0.125
inches
L. Upper Thigh Gained 1/2
inch
R. Lower Thigh Gained 1/2
inch
L. Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
R. Calf Lost 1 1/4 inches
L. Calf Lost 1 Inch
R. Arm (stayed the
same)
L. Arm Lost 1/2 inch
In the last couple weeks,
Ive been consistently T-Tapping. Ok, that might not sound like a
wonderful achievement, but in my life it is. No excuses are being used or
accepted, and Im enjoying it! Im also not putting myself down if I
cant T-Tapp, I just make T-Tapp the next day. Its like theres no
worries, no oh, my goodness I have to Tapp!; just the knowledge that I
will. Hopefully the start of some healthy thinking, and the next 46 days
will solidify it. Physically Ive noticed that I sit, stand, and walk
straighter. Before the contest, I would find myself slouching at the
computer and have to make myself sit straighter
only to be slouching again
within minutes. Considering that I work in front of a computer for 9
hours, 5 days a week; that aint good. I did get into the habit of
checking myself, and attempting to sit straight. But, over the last two
weeks, almost every time I check Im already straight!! I might be
leaning forward, but Im not slouching!! And my back isnt sore by the
end of the day. I have a 7-month-old daughter, so I am always tired.
I get up at least twice a night to pat her back, sometimes give her the pacifier
and back to bed I go. Unfortunately I dont go to bed soon enough, and
shes up early. But Ive been finding more energy lately, considering the
only change is T-Tapp, thats got to be it! Ive been doing the BWO+ and
occasionally Step Away the Inches (only 3 times over the last 2 weeks).
My goal is to workout 4 days in a row and take the fifth day off. It
hasnt worked out that way, but Im not far off. I have been taking
alfalfa and B+; but not consistently. I was wearing a tight 16, now Im a
slightly tight 14. No way I could fit into a size 12, last week my size
12 skirt would go past my thighs; this week it goes past my thighs!! But
got stuck below my butt Im happy with that
soon enough itll conquer my
butt.
MARILYN WISNOSKIE
Bust Lost 1inch
Waist Lost 2 1/2 inches
Abdominals Lost 3 inches
Hips Lost 1/4 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 3/4
inches
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/4
inches
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/4
inches
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/4 inches
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf Gained 1/4 inches
R Arm Lost 1/4 inches
L Arm Lost 1/2 inches
Total inch loss is 11.25
I couldn't be happier! I
have been doing the intermediate tape, usually the short version, the last two
weeks. Due to my busy lifestyle, I was only able to do those five days per
week. Yet I still lost 9.5 inches. I couldn't be happier.
MARTHA HAMMOND
Bust Lost 1 3/4 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abs. Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 2 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 3/4 inch
R Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the
same)
R Arm - (stayed the same)
L Arm - (stayed the same)
I had been sick with a
nasty, bad case of bronchitis that was caught on a flight during Thanksgiving
and hadn't tapped for at least 6 weeks. When the contest started I made a
commitment that every workout would be done with all of my heart, soul, and
mind.... Nothing half-hearted because I knew that T-Tapp would deliver if I
went to my max with the best form possible. The soreness has been
incredible but worth every ache. I am elated and thrilled to have lost 6
1/2 in. in two weeks. I am 64 and even though I entered the Total Workout
category it took the first week to work back up to being able to do the whole
workout.
My sleep has been light
with a lot of insomnia and early waking the last year. Now it is deep,
restful and refreshing. I have more energy and am much more productive.
Thanks so much, Teresa. You have changed and are changing my life!
MARY ARTHUR
Bust Lost 1
inch
Waist Lost 1/2
inch
ABS Lost 1
inch
Hips Lost 1 1/2
inch
RU Thigh - (stayed the same)
LU thigh - (stayed the same)
RL Thigh Lost
1/2 inch
LL thigh - (stayed the same)
R. Calf
Lost 1/2 inch
L. Calf 13 3/4
(1/4 inch loss)
R. upper arm
Lost 1/2 inch
L. upper arm
Lost 1 inch
It has been
two weeks since the start of the contest and I have not been as faithful as I
should have been to the program. I have only done basic+ about 7 times in
the last 14 days.
And had
decided when I got your e-mail to send in the measurements that I might as well
give up because I had not done that much. But I decided to measure
anyway, and WOW I could not believe it. I mean I measured 3 times to make sure
and yes it was the same each time 6 1/4 inches lost.
All of this
and only 7 workouts. I truly would not believe it if I did not see it for my on
eyes. It is fantastic. I cannot wait to see what will happen in the next two
weeks. Thank you all for being dedicated to helping us find a better way of
life: a healthier way of life.
I would
like to add that I have not been dieting at all these two weeks.
MEREDITH DECKER
Bust Lost 1
inch
Waist Lost 1/2
inch
Abs Lost 1 1/4
inches
Hips - (stayed the same)
R Upper thigh - (stayed the same)
L Upper thigh - (stayed the same)
R Lower thigh -
(stayed the same)
L Lower thigh - (stayed the same)
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper arm - (stayed the same)
L Upper arm - (stayed the same)
Grand total
of 4.75 inches lost in 2 weeks.
**Note that I
also measured my ribcage and lost an additional .5" there as well.
And if my body fat scale is even close to accurate, I have lost a couple of
pounds of fat and gained a pound or so of muscle.
Prior to
starting the contest I had been sedentary for longer than I care to
admit. Therefore, I started with a 4-day boot camp (all I could handle!)
and then went to a 2 days on/1 day off schedule, where one of the
"on" days was the total workout and one was B+ and/or STEP AWAY THE
INCHES. I was totally surprised to see the inch loss because I wasn't
really noticing anything yet. It was a good motivator to keep going!
Within the
first few days of starting the contest I was sleeping better at night - much
deeper and more soundly. I was waking naturally and feeling refreshed,
instead of sleeping late and waking groggy. My mood and energy levels
improved dramatically - they went through the roof! My skin, which is so
covered in acne that it has recently reminded me of my hormonal teenage years,
improved dramatically. My unhealthy cravings for sugar and other junk
foods have diminished and I now crave healthy foods - really! There is
nothing like the cravings you get from working out. All 3 of my kids were
sick during the first 2 weeks, and while I would like to say that T-Tapp
prevented me from getting sick I can't. I am the last to get
it, but I also think I am having the easiest and shortest time of it and,
knowing my history, I do credit T-Tapp for that.
MICHELLE PUGLIESE
Bust Lost 1/8 inch
Waist Lost 1 3/8 inch
Abdominals Lost 2 3/8
inch
Hips Lost 1 1/8 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch:
R Lower Thigh Lost 7/8
inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 3/8
inch
R Calf Lost 1/8 inch
L Calf Lost 1/16 inch
R Upper Arm Gained 1/4
inch
L Upper Arm Gained 1/8
inch
As I mentioned in my
e-mail yesterday, I didn't get to start right away on the 4th - I'm a slow
starter, LOL!! But not as slow as I mentioned in my earlier e-mail.
(My workout schedule is below.) I didn't mean to confuse you, I understand
the last day of the contest is March 4. I hold no fantasies that I'll win
this contest - my winnings will be a better body & healthier ME! But
this contest does keep me motivated.
My progress to date is
that I'm sleeping better. I usually wake up often during the night but
eventually fall back to sleep. Now I'm sleeping for at least 5 hours
straight. I notice that my internal thermometer runs
"hotter." We live in an old farmhouse that tends to be
drafty. I only use a sheet at night!
My clothes still fit the
same, but I swear my cellulite is smoother! Not gone, but smoother.
I've always had a minor
sinus problem. Sudafed used to take the edge off it. I haven't been
able to take that in about 6 years due to my high blood pressure. Well,
since doing PBS every day since the 4th, my sinuses are always
"open". I'm not slightly stuffy. I don't have any sinus
pressure. I haven't taken any ibuprofen (except the after the first day of
doing beginner/rehab slow - the inside of my thighs really ached that day!).
I've been keeping a
calendar/journal of sorts since I sent in my pictures. I started doing PBS
everyday starting on the 4th. Then I did Beginner/Rehab on 01/09/05,
01/11/05, 01/13/05 and every day since, with 01/18/05 being the 6th day of a
10-day boot camp.
MOLLY CHAMBERS
Waist Lost 1 inch
Bust - Lost 1/2 inch
Abdomen Lost 2 inches
Hips - Lost 1/2 inch
Left Upper Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Right Upper Thigh - Lost 1/2
inch
Lower Left Thigh Lost 3/4
inch
Right Lower Thigh Lost 3/4
inch
Left Calf (stayed the same)
Right Calf (stayed the
same)
Left Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
Right Upper Arm (stayed
the same)
Total Inch Loss 6
3/4"
It's only been two
weeks? I feel as though my body is going through so many changes-most
noticeably in the lower abdomen (YEAH)! I can actually feel muscle in my arms
and tummy instead of just, well, fat. My schedule thus far has been to
alternate between the T-Tapp Total Workout and the Basic Plus Workout each day,
taking one day off each week. Some days I wanted to work out more. But, I
have noticed that I have a tendency to over train or even add inches when I
work out too much. So, it has taken a little discipline to workout this little
(and this much)! I have tried to eat healthier, but have only actually eaten
God Made one day in these two weeks. I have lost four pounds.
I was a little
apprehensive about starting the contest, because this is a very demanding time
for me at school (I am working on a PhD). However, I have found that working
out actually gives me more energy. It doesn't wear me out. I may have to drag
myself through first five or ten minutes of the workout. But then something
snaps. And, I suddenly find myself wanting to do more!
The T-Tapp Total Workout
originally appealed to me because of its "Beginner/Rehab" title. I
was desperate to find an exercise program that would allow me to rehabilitate a
knee injury. I have been to five different physical therapists on two
continents in four cities. None of them concurred with each other in terms of the
appropriate therapy (of course!). The only thing they seemed to agree upon was
that I couldn't exercise like I wanted.
I was given the choice of
surgery or continuing physical therapy. Surgery, they assured me would entail
developing arthritis in the next 10 or 20 years. But, they never quite
concurred on which physical therapy exercises were appropriate. One doctor
commented that the exercises prescribed by another were "like pouring
gasoline on a fire." So, my knee pain continued. In fact, one leg began
to swell while the other atrophied-not a pretty sight! One leg was almost an
inch bigger than the other.
Worse yet, the pounds
were creeping up as I struggled to find an exercise that I could do without
worsening my injury. I had almost given up on the idea of ever living without
knee pain. My student lifestyle, which involves quite a bit of sitting, also
exacerbated my condition oddly enough.
T-Tapp has left me
pain-free! The workouts and brushing about once a day have helped even out my
legs (only 1/4" difference)! The most valuable part of the workout is
likely simply basic form tips on how to walk and stand. Applying these
techniques has worked like a dream.
PAT KIMPTON
I got a late
start to my TTAPP sessions so my measurements have not really changed in the 2
weeks since the contest started, but I am about to complete my T-TAPP More boot
camp (which I NEVER thought Id get through!) but with the help of my trainer
Jeannie Zimet, Im really starting to feel like this is going to be a success
for me. The exercises are getting easier to remember (if not easier to do- each
time I think Ive got and exercise down, Jeannie challenges me to do it better,
do it longer, do it right) and I have a lot more energy. As a person of size
its very easy for me to become discouraged or feel like it will take forever
to see any benefits, but with T-TAPP More I am actually very encouraged, which
motivates me to continue.
PATTI HART
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist: - Lost 1 inch
Abs: - Lost 2 1/2 inches
Hips (stayed the same)
Upper Thigh:
L Lost 1 inch
R- Lost 3/4 inch
Lower Thigh:
L Lost 1/4 inch
R Lost 1/2 inch
Calf:
L Lost 1/2 inch
R Lost 1/2 inch
Arms:
L (stayed the same)
R (stayed the same)
Total Inch Loss: Down 7
inches, also lost 2 inches in my upper abs.
I can feel the toning of
muscles even though it is under a layer of flab. This is one of the things
I enjoy about tapping. The toning is obvious in a short period of
time. My slacks are looser, but I have been afraid to try the size
down. I do have a pair of jeans in my beginning size that I couldn't zip
up, but now zip and have room.
Instead of reporting
feeling better, I will have to say that I feel successful because I went
through several days of feeling ill! This has happened to me
before. At the one-week mark I started having an upset stomach and a
really bloated feeling. It lasted for about 4 days, but I know it was my
body detoxing. To me the ill feeling was a good sign. I am much
better now and find myself craving exercise.
All of this happened with
7 BW+, 1 STEP AWAY THE INCHES, and a 30 min walk and no real change in eating
habits. I am very pleased.
PEGGY SCHAFFER
Bust Gained 1 inch
Waist Gained 1 inch
Abdominal (stayed the
same)
Hips Gained 3 1/2 inches
R. Upper - Lost 1 1/2 inch
L. Upper Thigh (stayed the
same)
R. Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
L. Lower Thigh - Lost 1 1/2
inches
R. Calf: - Gained 1/2 inch
L. Calf - Gained 1/2 inch
R. Upper Arm (stayed the
same)
L. Upper Arm Lost 1 1/2 inch
Major changes
the workout
is so short that I don't feel like I am "stressing out"; therefore I
tend to be uncertain that I am doing all that I am suppose to do even though I
am following the MORE tape. During the exercising I just pour sweat but I tend
to be under the impression that unless I am working-out for 30 minutes to an
hour
no change would be effectuated in my body. I am finding this to NOT be
true and, frankly, I'm NOT missing having to go from machine to machine.
I have had the strangest
changes. I've reverted to doing the workout the first thing in the mornings
because I need the jolt of energy to begin the day. I have the Step Away the
Inches on of being stronger and more "in line. After the morning workout I
feel my mood lift. I "feel" stronger and have an energy burst to get
my day moving.
PENNY DANNER
Bust Lost 3/4 inch
Waist - Lost 1 inch
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips (stayed the same)
Right Upper Thigh - Lost 1/2 inch
Right Lower Thigh Gained 1/4 inch
Left Upper Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
Left Lower Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
Right Calf (stayed the same)
Left Calf - Lost 1/2 inch
Right Arm Lost 1/4 inch
Left Arm Lost 1/4 inch
During these first two weeks of the T-Tapp contest, I've lost a total of 4.5
inches. I've noticed my clothes fitting better and my sleep is much
better. I also don't have the neck pain that I had occasionally.
RACHEL LEONARD
Bust Lost 1 1/2
inches
Hips Lost 1
inch
Waist (stayed
the same)
Abs Lost 1 1/2
inches
Right Arm Lost
1/2 inch
Left Arm
(stayed the same)
Left Upper Thigh
Lost 1 1/2 inches
Left Lower Thigh
Lost 2 inches
Left Calf Lost
1/2 inch
Right Upper
Thigh Lost 2 1/2 inch
Right Lower
Thigh Lost 1 1/2 inches
Right Calf
Lost 1 inch
During my
first two weeks of T-Tapp, I have felt more energetic. I feel
great! I feel like I carry myself differently; like I walk with a
straighter posture. I can tell a difference in the way that my clothes
fit since I've lost 13.5 inches. Never did I think that a program could
be so effective in inch loss in such a short period of time! I'm sold!
RACHEL SAPYTA
BUST Lost 1
inch
WAIST Lost 4 1/2
inches
ABDOMINAL -
(stayed the same)
HIPS - (stayed
the same)
R. UPPER THIGH -
(stayed the same)
L. UPPER THIGH
Lost 1/4 inch
R. LOWER THIGH
Gained 3/4 inch
L. LOWER THIGH -
(stayed the same)
R. CALF Lost 1/4
inch
L. CALF 1Lost
3/4 inch
R. UPPER ARM -
(stayed the same)
L. UPPER ARM
Lost 1/2 inch
TOTAL Inches
Lost 6 1/2
I was very
surprised to see that I had lost so many inches when we measured at the 2-week
mark. It is hard for me to see it, but others have made comments, so I am
sure that it is true, and my clothes are feeling roomier, which I like. I
haven't been the best on sticking to my eating program, so the results are
definitely achieved through T-Tapp. I have been doing the program
regularly and I feel that I am tightening and trimming up. When
I look in the mirror, I DO see differences - mostly in my trouble areas, which
are my waist and bra line/bust. I am definitely feeling more flexible and
I notice that my posture is better, which is important to me, as my posture
isn't the best. I also feel that my workouts are improving and that I am
becoming more efficient in them. I am better able to focus in on the
details of the workout, which definitely improves results. One of the
most important discoveries is that when I eat starches, which tend to make me
feel fatigued, a quick set of Hoe Downs brings my energy level back up and
stops me from wishing that I could take a nap. PBS gets me going in the
morning and makes getting out of bed and moving much easier. I am looking
forward to seeing what the next 6 weeks bring with consistent commitment on my
part.
ROBIN AMBROZY
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Waist - Lost 3/4
inch
Abs Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1/4 inch
r upper thigh Lost 1.3
inches
l upper thigh - Lost 1/4 inch
r lower thigh - Lost 1/4 inch
l lower thigh (stayed the
same)
r calf - (stayed the same)
l calf - Lost 1/4 inch
r upper arm Lost 1/2 inch
l upper arm - Lost 1/4 inch
Over the course of the
past two weeks, I was able to exercise almost everyday, which made me feel like
I was doing something positive for myself. I was surprised most by my arm
measurements. I can already tell a difference. I was also
surprised by what a great workout I got in 15 minutes! Even the hair on
the back of my neck was wet. Disgusting but true. I am now on every
other day, but if I get the chance may workout everyday. I am following
the 14-day boot and every other day for a 3-size loss. I hope to report
some success soon.
SARAH BENNETT
Bust Gained 1 inch
Waist- Lost 1/2 inch
Abdomen Gained 1 1/2 inch
Hips Gained 1/2 inch
RU thigh - (stayed the same)
LU thigh - (stayed the
same)
RL thigh - (stayed the
same)
LL thigh - (stayed the same)
R calf - (stayed the same)
L calf - (stayed the
same)
R arm - (stayed the
same)
L arm - (stayed the
same)
I don't really feel much
of a difference yet, but I skipped the last few days.
SARAH
BROWN
Bust - (stayed the same)
Waist Lost 1 inch
Abdominals Lost 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Upper Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Lower Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh - (stayed the
same)
R Calf - (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm - (stayed the
same)
L Upper Arm - (stayed the
same)
Total Inch Loss 4 inches!
I have been doing either
a total workout or basic plus every other day for the past two
weeks. Besides inch loss, I notice that my stamina is increasing and
that I can complete more of the reps (on moves that I dread, like puppet
pulls). I'm working carefully on my form, and the tips on
Intermediate Tempo tape have really been helpful (like keeping the back foot
straight forward during lunges). Also, everything is firmer, the cellulite less
spongy, and I've had a fat shift towards the middle of my body--a little scary,
but I know it's temporary! I'm not dieting--in fact I've had pizza, red
wine and, every day, chocolate.
SARAH LITTY
Lost 1 inch off waist
Lost 1 inch off hips
Lost 1 1/2 inches off lower thigh
TOTAL so far 3 1/2 inches
The best thing I can say
about T-Tapp is that I have NO MORE BACK PAIN and in my opinion that is
something to jump up and down about! It didn't take the full two weeks
for my back to feel better either. It felt better after the very first
workout. A few days into it my muscles were sore, but my back had never
felt better. I am no longer sore after doing the workout, now that I'm
building up strength in my muscles.
I've always battled depression. Last winter I wound up having to go on
anti-depressants for the second time in my life. I stayed on them a few
months and fortunately was able to stop. I was starting to feel like I
might need to go back on them again right before the holidays. I told my
husband that I would like to treat the depression with exercise before I go the
medication route again. I am happy to say, I feel great in
2005! T-Tapp has uplifted me (in more ways than one). I have
energy! I just feel better overall! I can't wait to see how I feel
at the end of two months if it feels this great after just two weeks.
SHARLYN BERTRAND
Bust Lost 1 inch
Waist Lost 1/2 inches
Abdominal (stayed the same)
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 2 inches
L Upper Thigh Lost 2 inches
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm (stayed the same)
L Upper Arm (stayed the same)
After a 14-day boot camp,
my strength from prior tapping has been restored. I am much stronger,
have so much more stamina and I usually suffer with daily headaches that have
diminished to almost unnoticeable.
When I started the 14 day bootcamp, I had not been tapping regularly for at
least three weeks so I had to start again with Basic Plus and now have moved on
to TTAPP Tempo and several days a week I am able to complete Tempo
Intermediate. That is one of the big changes for me is the increased
strength.
Oh and how can I forget! I have been tapping since February of 2004 and I
have been hearing the "tighten your lats" thing for a year, but I did
not really know how to tighten them until the video download from Teresa and
Jill. That video and teleconference was incredibly helpful to me.
I have been doing TTAPP
Total Tempo, Step it to the Max, TTAPP Intermediate
SHAWN GEIST
Bust Lost 1 inches
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 1/4 ionch
Hips (stayed the same)
R Upper Thigh Gained 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh (stayed the same)
R Lower Thigh (stayed the same)
L Lower Thigh (stayed the same)
Right Calf Gained 1/4 inch
Left Calf (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm (stayed the same)
L Upper Arm (stayed the same)
Total all over loss 1 inch
Even though there is not a dramatic inch loss, I can definitely see more
cuts in my forearms, and a little more definition in my upper arms. My
pants are fitting looser in the waist, hips and thighs. It must be the
fat shift or something, but my shirts also feel like they fit different around
my mid section.
I am calmer and thinking clearer. After the first few days of my
Beg/Rehab bootcamp, my back pain that I woke up with every morning was for the
most part gone. I also find that I look forward to working out every
morning - even if I do have to get up at 3:30 a.m. to get my workout in before
I have to be to work. Don't know what draws me to the TV and DVD - whether it's
Teresa's convincing "Yes you can" or the fear of Sarge Carol getting
a hold of me if I don't workout.
It is kind of depressing that the inch loss isn't greater, but I know deep down
that if I keep up slow and steady eventually the inch loss will come.
Keep up all your hard work, and thanks for all you are doing for each and every
one of us. I truly appreciate all your efforts!!!!
SHERIE VENNER
Bust (stayed the same)
waist (stayed the same)
Abs Lost 1 inch
Hip (stayed the same)
R. u thigh - Lost 1/2
inch
R l thigh - Lost 1/2 inch
L u thigh (stayed the
same)
l. lower thigh - Lost
1/2 inch
R. calf 15 (.25 inch loss)
l calf Lost 1/4 inch
R arm Lost 1/4 inch
l arm (stayed the same)
The significant loss is
the one-inch in my abs, so my stomach looks flatter. I have been sick
with a cold for the last week, so have only t-tapped twice in the week, whereas
I managed to do 5 in the first week, so that probably accounts for the results
not being as good as they could be. The main thing that I notice with T-Tapp,
is a sense of very great well-being, moods elevated, and an evening out of my
hunger.
SHIRLEY BEASLEY
Bust Lost 1/4 inch
Waist Lost 2 inches
Abs Lost 2 1/2 inches
Hips Lost 1/4 inch
R upper thigh - Lost 1 1/4
inches
R lower thigh (stayed the
same)
L upper thigh Lost 1 inch
L lower thigh Gained 1/4
inch
R calf Lost 1/4 inch
L calf Lost 1/4 inch
R arm Gained 1/8 inch
L arm Gained 1/4 inch
Total Inch 7 1/8
During the first week of the
contest, it was difficult to get through the workout without having to stop and
be totally exhausted by the completion. But as each day progressed, I was able
to complete all the reps without stopping. Also, I felt stronger each day and
more energetic. Around the 5th day, I felt like I had a breakthrough; a noticeable
increase in energy. I don't feel as tired as I used to, even throughout the
day.
At the end of the second
week, I am starting to feel better about myself and how I look as well as how I
feel. I am even starting to feel sexy again. A waistline is just starting to
appear, which is saying a lot since my whole body is shaped like a barrel. Note
my measurements.
SONYA SUZANNE DICKEY
January 4th,
2005 January
18, 2005
BUST Lost 1 1/2 inches
WAIST Lost 3/4 inches
ABS Lost 1 1/4 inches
HIPS Lost 1 1/2 inches
R UPPER THIGH (stayed the same)
L UPPER THIGH Lost 1/4 inch
R LOWER THIGH - Lost 2 1/2 inches
L LOWER THIGH - Lost 2 1/2 inches
R CALF - Lost 2 1/2 inches
L CALF Lost 1 inch
R UPPER ARM (stayed the same)
L UPPER ARM (stayed the same)
LU Arm Lost
1/4 inch
Total Loss for two weeks: 12
1/4 inches!
This is
Suzy (a.k.a. Imready2change on forums) Hubby Bill and I are taking part in
the contest together, in the MORE category.
I was afraid
to measure today. I guess I missed that part of the contest
rules.....don't know how it happened....must be my age! lol I am
thankful you emailed a reminder, because I am MORE pumped up than ever now that
I've seen our two week results. (I've always been a slow loser....
probably because I've compromised on form with the BEG/Rehab tape, since I'm a
bigger girl)
I've been
documenting everything online and on my computer for this contest. So
when Bill and I measured this morning it was easy to edit the new measurements
in. I'm sending you two separate emails. One for Bill's
measurements, and one for mine. I hope you don't mind that I just copied
and pasted my own records into this email.
Suzy's Notes
on first two weeks:
We measured
some area's twice, other area's three times to make sure that we were getting
accurate measurements! The only chant I kept saying during measuring time
was "Bill this can't be right....re-do it". He definately got
annoyed with me because he was so happy for me, and has been telling me how
much he's seeing changes in my body!
We have
worked out pretty consistently these past two weeks, but also have taken a day
or two off each week. Bill has missed two times that I worked out, otherwise
we've been working out together always.
My inch
loss was so surprising to me because I have not dieted at all. I've done T-Tapp
off and on in the past but have not been this disciplined or consistent, and I
now know with no doubt that the MORE tape is what I was missing. It's
taught me things that I just wasn't doing on the other Beg/Rehab tape.
Also, the STEP AWAY THE INCHES tape is awesome!! I feel more of a workout
from that tape, than what I get on Elliptical at the gym!! I have noticed
increased energy! We have been getting up between 4:30am-4: 45am to
get our workouts in, in time for Bill to not be late for work. I was
always an afternoon nap person', but haven't napped since working out
consistently these past two weeks!! Also, a definante 'tightening' and
'cinching in' as Teresa calls it, in my abs, waist and chest. I'm also
sleeping MUCH better, as I used to usually wake up a few times throughout the
night, and haven't done that at all since working out with T-Tapp
consistently. At work we have stairs, and my knees used to
'pop' or just give out on me, because I have always struggled with
bad knee's from years of bicycle race training when I was younger.
MY KNEE'S DON'T GIVE OUT ANYMORE! And this is all in just TWO WEEKS of
the More Tape with adding STEP AWAY THE INCHES! I'm convinced so
much more so now HOW much I LOVE THIS WORKOUT! My mother in law even
asked me if I was losing weight! (I haven't lost a pound!!)
Well
there you have it kitty...my notes and inches for the first two weeks!
STEPHANIE DYER
Bust Lost 1/2 inches
Waist Lost 1/2 inches
Abs Lost 1 1/2 inches
Hips Lost 1 1/2 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/2
inches
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/2
inches
R Lower Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/2
inches
R Calf (stayed the same)
L Calf (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inches
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inches
Total Inch Loss: 8
inches
Along with this amazing
inch loss, I have already noticed other positive effects of T-Tapp in just
these past 9 days. I first noticed the front of my pants feeling a bit
looser after just 2 BWO+ and I found that I had already lost about 3/4 of an
inch in my abs. My flexibility feels like it's increasing with each
workout and I have more energy. I also find myself drinking considerably
more water than I typically drink and have gone from my regular 6-8 diet cokes
per day to 2-3. Even though I'm not dieting, I find myself choosing food
more wisely, as I don't want to ruin the good work that has begun in my
body.
Additionally, I've
recently been diagnosed with a hormone disorder (PCOS) and I've battled night
sweats since the birth of my son 5 years ago. My night sweats have just
about disappeared since starting this program 9 days ago. I feel stronger
and I am already carrying myself differently, less slumpy and more
confidently and more in alignment. I have begun to break out a
little bit and the other night I said to my husband, "Yea!!! I'm
breaking out!" Given the surprised look he gave me, I explained that
I was happy because it meant that the junk in my body was moving on
out.
They say it takes 21 days
to firmly establish a habit and I look forward to T-tapping becoming a habit as
I push on toward the 60-day mark. I would already find it very difficult
to give up if for some reason I had to, like perhaps a gun to my
head. Thanks for giving us all the opportunity to give a progress
report because this news it too exciting to wait to share with you.
Thank-you very much!
STEPHANIE PARKER
Waist Lost 1/2 inch
Abs Lost 1 inch
Hips Lost 1 inch
Upper Right Thigh Lost 1/2
inch
Upper Left Thigh Lost 3/4
inch
Lower Right Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Lower Left Thigh Lost 1/4
inch
Bust Lost 1/2 inch
Chest Lost 1 inch
Upper Right Arm Lost 1/4
inch
Upper Left Arm Lost 1/4 inch
Total Inch Lost
6.25
Since faithfully doing
the BWO+, I do have more energy and I seem to be sleeping better. I really did
not think I had any type of inch loss during this past two weeks, because I
seem to not lose very fast, I was T Tapping (without doing a bootcamp) since
September (with not being very consistent during the holidays) and had only
moved down one pant size. I do have a large amount of weight to lose, but with
T Tapp, I feel my body getting stronger, and I definitely see muscle
improvements. People at work are asking me if I am losing weight, which I have
not weighed on the scale yet, but other people are seeing a difference.
Yeah!! I started the 60 day challenge with a five day bootcamp, and have been
doing the BWO+ or Step Away the Inches or walking on the treadmill almost
everyday. Due to my work schedule and my daughter's school schedule, I have
missed a couple of days. This inch loss is a big motivator. Thanks Kitty and
Teresa for this workout challenge, it is what I needed to get moving after the holidays.
STEVE DEIBERT
Chest Lost 1 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abdominals Lost 1 1/2 inch
Hips Lost 3/8 inch
R. Upper Thigh (stayed the same)
L. Upper Thigh Gained 1/2 inch
R. Lower Thigh Gained 1/8 inch
L. Lower Thigh Lost 3/8 inch
R. Calf Lost 5/8 inch
L. Calf Lost 3/8 inch
R. Upper Arm Lost 1/8 inch
L. Upper Arm - Lost 1/8 inch
Just a few comments from my first 2 weeks - I try to do the routine as soon as
I come from work in the evening, before I eat dinner. There were a few days
that I really did not feel like doing the routine, but I did it anyway.
Afterwards, I felt really good and proud of myself. I found that if I do it at
the same time every day, it just becomes part of your daily routine. My wife is
a dedicated T-Tapper, so seeing her do it every day also helps!
Before I took these measurements, I looked at myself in the mirror and could
tell that I had lost in my stomach/abdominal area; I just didn't think it was
going to be as much as it was.
My biggest challenge will be during the first week of February when I am
traveling to Brazil on business. I think we have an audiotape of the routine,
which I am planning to take.
SUSAN BRILL
Bust Lost 2 3/4 inches
Waist Lost 2 1/4 inch
Abdominal Lost 1 3/4 inches
Hips Gained 1/4 inch
R. U. Thigh Gained 1/4 inch
L. U. Thigh (stayed the
same)
R. L. Thigh Gained 1/4 inch
L. L. Thigh Lost 1 1/2
inches
R. Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L. Calf Gained 1/4 inch
R. Arm Gained 1/4 inch
L. Arms (stayed the same)
Total Lost 9.25
These are the measurements
you asked for. I did add an extra measurement that I have a problem
with. It is the measurement 3 above my navel. I started the
contest with a measurement of 46.5 and today it was 45. That is the
total in parenthesis.
I started a 14-day boot
camp with Beginner Rehab tape. I did the full tape every other day.
Every other day I did the tape through Thread the Needle and the Runners
Stretch.
In the two weeks I have
been doing this I have noticed a huge change in energy. Before beginning
I needed a nap about mid afternoon. Now it is not needed.
I changed nothing in the
way I ate for this first two weeks. I wanted to see what the changes were
possible without the diet change.
I started in size 24W
blue jeans and now can wear 22W without anything hanging over the
waistband. Many of my skirts I havent been in for over a year now fit
comfortably.
SUSAN OWEN
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Gained 1 inch
Abdominals (stayed the same)
Hips Lost 2 inches
R Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 1 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1 inch
R Calf Lost 1/2 inch
L Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 1 1/2 inches
Total lost in 2 weeks: 8 1/2 inches !!! What?
Susan Owen, Staefa
Switzerland, BWO+ category.
This I am not believing. I have lost 8.5 inches, and I am the
"slowest" of "slow losers". And the evidence of this
was measured by my very skeptical husband. He said that this would surely
never work for me, that nothing would work for me, except eating less. I
have not changed my eating habits in any way at all, at least not consciously,
except to quit eating quite as much whole wheat as I was eating before I
started the contest, (specifically, I quit eating my standard 166g of whole
wheat spaghetti -- before cooking, 166g -- which I used to love to eat every
day, and I quit doing this a couple of weeks before starting the contest, I
think.) But, believe me, I have substituted other food for that missing
spaghetti!
But this alone would not have brought these results at all. Even with the
8.5-inch loss, I gained 1 inch in my waist, so I actually lost 9.5 inches from
other areas, and gained 1-inch im my waist. I know that I have a problem
getting a good butt tuck, so I am really working on that, as well as the knee
bend and outside edge of feet, although my feet do hurt quite a bit (they have
always given me problems, at least they are hurting differently now, so I think
I might actually be just beginning to build some good muscles in my feet.)
I've been T-Tapping steadily since April 2004, but my story goes farther back
than that, as I learned of T-Tapp when I was exposed to body flex, back in
2000. I always wanted to do T-Tapp, but I had no video player. I
tried to do the exercises that were available to print out, but I was always
convinced that I was doing them wrong, and therefore, never was able to get
into doing them routinely, and of course, never got results really (at the very
first it seemed like I was getting some results, but I wasn't able to progress
with it, as I just didn't do it. I always wanted to, but just couldn't.)
I've always struggled with my weight, as I've been somewhat of a couch potato
(computer potato, musician pianist potato, reading potato). I've always
walked faithfully, throughout my life, though. I could always easily walk
30 min. to an hour a day. Later on, (5-10 years ago), I could hike for 8
hours a day. Now, I can do a 2-3 hour hike, depending on whether the
terrain is flat or hilly.
I have definitely lost fitness with my weight gain of 61 pounds since 2000,
specifically, I weighed 60 Kg in 2000, and now I'm up to 88 Kg. (To get
pounds, multiply Kg by 2.2), I'm 175 cm. (2.54 cm = 1 inch). I'm 45 years old.
At this point, I'm heavier than I've ever been before, but back in 2000, I was
at my minimum weight of 60 Kg in my adult life (except for being down to 55 Kg
in 1993) Probably, about 65-70 Kg. would be my natural weight (without enough
muscles, of course!). Anyway, at 55-60 Kg, I was below my normal weight,
and therefore, I see that my body has sprung back up to compensate.
I know that all the weight things don't matter, except that they are an
indicator that something about my body as a machine, was just not right.
Just "out of tune". Anyway, I am not checking the scale or
paying any attention to it at all, (even though my skeptical husband has been
after me for years to get on the scale, I've finally gotten to the point where
I refuse, and he's actually finally backing off, now that I'm seeing results --
even before I saw results I insisted that he back off, as focusing on weight
has brought me nothing but misery.)
I'm just looking at my clothes, the way they fit (which doesn't actually work
either, because my clothes have just lied to me! They told me I wasn't
losing anything at all. The reason my clothes deceived me is because
mostly, I just pay attention to my waist, where I gained an inch!) So my
clothes have lied to me (partially anyway), I lost 9.5 inches I didn't even
know about.
I am definitely feeling muscular development in my legs, and even my skeptical
husband says that I am looking better, overall body shape and posture.
I just simply cannot figure out why this is working all of the sudden. I
have been t-tapping very steadily since last April 2004. Perhaps my form
has improved, or perhaps my muscles have gotten to a certain point where things
are beginning to move. This is a total mystery to me. Also, proof
that this can work even if one doesn't believe it can work for them. Even the
1-nch gain doesn't discourage me at all (not even my skeptical husband) because
obviously something is "moving" here.
My husband encourages me to work out every day, but I have explained to him
that such does not work, because it is too much on the body. I would like
to do the maximum, but I am not sure what that is.
I'm the slowest of slow losers, so, to all you out there that think this can
never work for you, or even those that have been t-tapping for a while and not
seeing any results, I just want to tell you that if you stick with it, you will
eventually see some results. I've been t-tapping steadily now since April
2004, started with a 14 day bootcamp, did EOD, and have been pretty faithful,
even doing another 4-day boot camp later, and all this didn't do anything at
all until now (BUT build strong muscles!!!)
I find that after doing this 14-day boot camp that I have just completed,
without missing any days, I experienced times that I was sore, of course, but
generally enjoyed t-tapping so much that I was sad for the boot camp to be
over. Now it is already morning here (3 am) and I'm looking forward to my
workout, which I hope to start at 6 am, going back to bed first.
I have been sleeping much better lately, I've had problems with insomnia for
years and all of the sudden, even though I'm still awake some, I think my
insomnia has been reduced by 50-80% (that's just an estimate since I don't keep
records on it.)
Any workout advice would be appreciated. I'm in the BWO+ category, and
doing STEP AWAY THE INCHES intensively on the weekends (that means that I do
the STEP AWAY THE INCHES exercises to both the instructional and the workout, I
walk continuously during the instructional) as I have more time on the
weekends, in addition to BWO+ or I do Instructional #1 plus hoe downs (I work
100%).
I do STEP AWAY THE INCHES moves as much as I can work in while walking to work
in the morning from the train 5 mins, or at lunch. I also do additional
hoe downs and step lift step togethers since it's on STEP AWAY THE INCHES, I
do some 2-3 times a week while waiting for the train, 20 left, 20 right, 20
left, 20 right. I really feel this in my hips, and hoe downs I really
feel in my hips as well.
I'm also practicing walking in alignment all the time and especially up the
steps at work (70 steps). I sometimes catch myself walking and sitting in
not very good alignment, so I wonder how much I'm actually doing this
correctly. I just know that I will keep on checking and trying to form
new habits (I still often sit leaning too much forward, and I tend to have my
head too far back when standing (chin too high).
I also practice putting organs in place (standing up only, since it's in BWO+)
as much as I can, when I think about it and when I'm in private (several times
a day). I try to do an additional set of hoe downs every day at lunch,
but usually before I eat, but I've now read that after I eat 20-40 minutes
would be very effective to offset my eating (although I eat mostly healthy
foods, I usually eat too much). So I'm going to now try to implement more
often doing a set of hoedowns after eating, I assume this is ok to do on EOD as
well.
I also work on sitting in alignment (I spend all day on a sitting ball).
I'm thrilled that Teresa already wants to see results, and I'm excited about
the possibility of producing even more results, could that be possible?
Thanks so much to all, especially Teresa, for sharing this with the world, for
being dedicated, for caring about helping people.
Suzanne Santos-Costner
At this two-week point, I
am noticing things like better fitting jeans and more energy; the usual stuff
you expect from Tapping fairly consistently for a couple of weeks. I am also
noticing better posture and a less achy back, again pretty typical with
natural chiropractic alignment, (thank you PBS!) But what I hadnt ever
experienced before with Tapping or any other exercise is the increased SERENITY
I have been feeling. Its almost like I am on a mood-elevator or an
anti-depressant. My job is very rewarding but it is also very demanding, I
teach pre-school to 22 three year old children 40 hours a week. I also have a
two year old of my own. It seems I am always around someone who is having a
tantrum, but this semester the person having the meltdown isnt ME! I attribute
this solely to Tapping because since my hours have increased at work and my
husbands schedule has changed at law school (hes home less often) I actually
have more stress. And worse eating habits; can you say double cheeseburger and
a large fry? However, most days I am sailing through. I am less short with my
students, more appreciative of my spouse and best of all more patient with my
gorgeous daughter. I even came down with a cold recently and was able to
shorten my recovery time to 2 DAYS instead of the week it usually takes me to
get going again. It has to be T-Tapp!
My actual workouts have
consisted of a lot of BWO+, the STEP AWAY THE INCHES tape and some neighborhood
walking while pushing baby in her stroller. I have actually completed the Total
workout only ONCE this whole time. I bet I would have had more inch loss had I
been more consistent and eaten less junk food (birthday party cup cakes,
milkshakes, candy, fast food, Mexican food, pasta I am such a rebel, I cant
make one good habit without making a bad one too. If I ever manage to eat right
and exercise at the same time, Ill probably end up drinking!!!!)
Thank you Teresa
and Kitty for all that you do!
SYLVIA HOFFMAN
Bust Lost 3/4 inch
Waist Lost 3/4 inch
Abd Lost 1/8 inch
Hip Lost 1/2
RUT Lost 3/4 inch
RLT Lost 3/8 inch
R Knee Lost 1/4 inch
R Calf Lost 1/4 inch
LUT Lost 1/2 inch
LUT Lost 1/8 inch
L Knee Lost 1/4 inch
L Calf Lost 5/8 inch
R Arm Gained 3/8 inch
L Arm Gained 3/8 inch
Kitty, Here are my
results, although I don't know how accurate they are as I just finished a
14-day boot camp, and have had no time off. My body feels tighter on the
inside, even though it still feels pretty jiggly on the surface. My stamina is
better, but I still have a way to go. I really got increased energy to do
cleaning and projects around the house that has been neglected for some time.
My attitude and emotional health seems better also. Thanks, Sylvia
SYLVIE RIVEST
Bust: Lost 1/2 inch
Waist: Lost 1/2 inch
Abdominals Lost 1 inch
Hips: Lost 1/2 inch
R Upper Thigh: Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Thigh: Lost 1/2 inch
R Lower Thigh: Lost 1/2 inch
L Lower Thigh: Lost 1/2 inch
R Calf- (stayed the same)
L Calf - (stayed the same)
R Upper Arm: Lost 1/2 inch
L Upper Arm: Lost 1/2 inch
Total loss: 5.5 inches
During the first week of
the T-TAPP contest I was not feeling very well (I had a cold) so my official
first day of training was on January 13. My second day was on January 18
(yesterday). I have noticed a change in my energy level, in my clothes, in my
skin appearance.
Even only after two days
of Total Workout, I have lost 5.5 inches and even a few pounds.
TERRI DEVILLEZ
Bust - (stayed
the same)
Waist Lost 1 3/4
inch
Abs Lost 2 3/4
inch
Hips Lost 2 1/2
inch
Right Upper
Thigh- Lost 2 inches
Right Lower
Thigh Lost 1 inch
Left Upper
Thigh- Lost 1 1/2 inch
Left Lower Thigh
Lost 1 3/4 inch
Right Calf- Lost
3/4 inch
Left Calf- Lost
1/2 Inch
Right
Arm-(stayed the same)
Left Arm-(stayed
the same)
Total
Loss 14 1/2 inches
By looking at
the figures, I know what I need to really concentrate on. My arms and
bust area.
General
feeling at the end of two weeks is almost the same, however, I did get over a
cold that I had for over 3 weeks. I have not exercised consistently the
past year due to going through a very rough divorce and I got a cold before
Christmas. It was the first time I had been sick in over 2 years, or
since I started tapping. After starting up again it took about a week but
I finally got over my cold. Now others might say that it is because the
cold had run it's course, but others who had gotten the same cold around the
same time are still sick. I contribute getting over the cold to T-Tapp.
THERESA BROUGHTON
Bust Lost 1 inch
Waist Lost 2 3/4 inches
Abdomen Lost 2 inches
Hips - Lost 1 1/2
inch
r.upper thigh -
Lost 1 1/2 inch
r. lower thigh - Gained
1/2 inch
l.upper
thigh - Lost 1 3/4 inch
l.lower
thigh - Gained 3/4 inch
r. calf Lost 3/4 inch
l. calf (stayed the
same)
r. arm Gained 1/4 inch
l. arm - Gained 1/4
inch
Total Inches Lost: 10 3/4
I prayed for an answer regarding obstacles
that have plagued me for too many years.... poor eating habits, inconsistent
exercising patterns, foggy thinking and overall mental and physical
fitness blahs. I am so grateful to a dear friend who introduced me to
T-Tapp. This program of common sense eating allows me to make a choice on
food, not some wacky quick fix that results in long term failure. In the
past two weeks I have awaken to find my true vibrant self, what a wonderful
feeling to know that there is a safe and proven method to guide us through
health eating and a reasonable exercise program no matter what your current
level of fitness. I actually wore jeans this week Yeah NO ELASTIC
WAISTBAND. !!! I will keep making great progress...I'm a believer.
TRACEY LUKE
Bust - (stayed the same)
Waist - (stayed the same)
Abs Lost 2 1/2 Inches
Hips Lost 2 inches
RUT Lost 1 1/2 inches
LUT Lost 1inch
RLT Lost 1/2 inch
LLT - (stayed the same)
R. Calf - (stayed the same)
L. Calf Lost 1/2 inch
R. Up. Arm - (stayed the same)
L. Up. Arm - (stayed the same)
Total Inches Lost - 8
I was just in shock at
the inch loss that I forget the rest.
I have more energy overall, sleeping better, eating less and craving better
foods. I'm still tired but doing better than before. My stamina is improving
and I can DO more and my head is much clearer, I don't feel like I'm in such a
fog.
TYRA VIGIL
Bust Gained 1 inch
Waist- Lost 3/4 inch
Abdominals- Lost 3/4 inch
Hips Gained 1/4 inch
R Upper Thigh Lost 1/8 inch
L Upper Thigh Lost 1/8 inch
R Lower Thigh Lost 3/8 inch
L Lower Thigh Lost 1/4 inch
R Calf Lost 1/8 inch
L Calf Lost 1/4 inch
R Upper Arm Lost 1/4 inch
L Upper Arm Lost 1/2 inch
I do the BWO+ workout nearly everyday and add STEP AWAY THE INCHES or SITTM
three days a week. I seem to have lost everywhere but my bust and
hips. Besides my measurement loss, Ive also noticed that I'm developing
cuts in my upper arms and my collarbone is beginning to show.
YIPPEE!!! Speaking of cuts, although I havent achieved my six pack yet
theres definitely indentations in my upper abs where there used to be solid
mass. Not only are my thighs less jiggly but my knee fat is
disappearing.
With T-Tapp, my posture has improved tremendouslyshoulders back, tuck that
butt, even when Im sitting at the computer all day. Ive developed more
energy and my stress levels are much lower. Even after a long, hard day
at work, I look forward to coming home and doing my T-Tapp workout. Like
Teresa says, its the workout that works. Great results in 2 weeks!!
William "Bill"
Dickey
CHEST Lost 1 1/4 inches
WAIST Lost 1 1/4 inches
ABS Lost 1/2 inch
HIPS Lost 1/2 inch
R UPPER THIGH Lost 3/4 inches
L UPPER THIGH Lost 1/2 inch
L LOWER THIGH Lost 1/2 inch
R LOWER THIGH (stayed the same)
R CALF (stayed the same)
L CALF (stayed the same)
R UPPER ARM Lost 1 1/4 inches
L UPPER ARM (stayed the same)
Total Inches Lost - 5 1/2
January
18th, 2005- Bills comments on what he's noticed in this first two
weeks....."I have noticed that my upper body has shrunk and 'feels'
tighter. My pec's are smaller and more firm. I also have noticed
that this workout has made my back feel much better. I have more
flexibility in my back. I always used to wake up stiff in the morning and
that isn't happening anymore. I have no flexibility at all so this
workout is definitely making me feel so much better in the 'stiffness'
area. I am a very big guy and have always worked very physical jobs, and
I have noticed such an improvement in my energy and 'brain awakeness'. I
look forward to this workout, which totally surprises me. Also, I have
more 'morning and evening' energy than I used to. A co-worked
yesterday commented that I looked like I was losing weight. I told him I
am losing inches!!
One more
thing to note: I started going to the chiropractor in mid December to
help my back. When I weighed in on his scale, one side of my body carried
15 more pounds than the other. I think it was last week
that I weighed in on his scale again, and this time that same side that
was heavier, is now only 5 pounds heavier! It amazes me how fast this
workout helps to get things back into alignment!! The stretching in the
MORE tape feels so good! ( we originally started working out with T-Tapp
in December, but switched to the More tape at the beginning of the challenge)
YAMILLIE HURST
Bust - Lost 2 inches
Ribcage Lost 1 inch
Waist - Lost 2 inches
Abds Lost 4 inches
Hips - Lost 2 inches
RUT:23.5 (-2.5inches)
RUT Lost 1 inch
Lut Lost 2 1/2 inches
LLT Lost 1/2 inches
RC:15.0 Lost 1 inch
LC:15.0 Lost 1 inch
RUA Lost 1 inch
LUA Lost 1 inch
Inches lost total so far: 21 1/2
I love T-Tapp. I have lost major inches off my hard trouble spots. This
doesn't happen for me with any other workout. I feel wonderful. I had
someone mention to me yesterday that my skin looked awesome. All this and I
haven't been faithful to all my workouts. I plan on doing a bootcamp and
add STEP AWAY THE INCHES this week. I look forward to see what the next two
weeks will bring.
YEVONNE SHAFER
Bust (stayed the same)
Waist Gained 1 inch
Abs (stayed the same)
Hips Gained 1 inch
Right Upper Thigh Lost 1/2 inch
Left Upper Thigh (stayed the same)
Right Lower Thigh (stayed the same)
Left Lower Thigh - Lost 1/4 inch
Right Calf Lost 1/2 inch
Left Calf Gained 1/4 inch
Right Arm (stayed the same)
Left Arm - Lost 1/4 inch
As you can see, I didn't do too well. It's my fault and not the
exercise routine. I've been tired lately and I'm gonna blame TOM! I
promise to do better over the next few weeks. It sounds like some of the
other contestants are doing great.
