The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[mellowmom]

Okay...here it is. I know it's going to sound nuts but....

Since it first came on air, I have been semi-obsessed with the reality show... "The Amazing Race".

I've wanted to go and try out for it, but for obvious reasons knew I was not in any shape to have a decent shot at it...but now, there is hope, and a dream.

I'm wondering if there are any other adventurous lassies (or Lads) who would be willing to try out with me?

First of all, I KNOW I'm still not physically ready to try out, but hope to have the major portion of my weight loss done by the end of this year. And I am hoping to add some daily walking onto my Curves regime now that the weather is nice. So, I'm thinking the beginning of 2007 would be the time to apply.

I am hoping with the great story behind our Medifast weight losses, (we'll have lost at least a person and a half in weight by then) that it would be a good hook to give us a better than average chance of making the cut.

Anyone else up for it? Or even the willing to consider the possibility?

Thanks for considering.

Carmel

[SharonR]

Carmel, you are an amazing woman. You would do great on that show. That too, is my all time favorite show....BUT everytime I watch it I tell my husband, that is where I would be going home. ( like bungi jumping, climbing a tall bridge...oh gosh there are so many scary things they do..lol) I know I would not be up for the challenge, I'm to big of a baby.

Please keep me update, I would love to know that some day you did make the show and I would root for you the whole time!

[DogMa]

I LOVE that show; I've watched from the very first episode. My friend used to try to talk me into sending a tape, but I'd keep track of all the things I wouldn't/couldn't do. Nothing to do with weight, though. Not to mention I think I'd be whining and a pill from the very beginning (just call me Flo, if you remember her).

I want to do the zip line, and then be eliminated so I don't have to do the rest.

[falisamarie]

Shoot Carmel, I would do it with you. Just keep in touch with me and lets do this!

Dreams are the beginning of reality.

This is true in everything, losing weight was my dream and thanks to Medifast and all the wonderful people here and God, I am seeing my dream become a reality.

Lisa

[Serendipity]

I love The Amazing Race! And Flo......OMG don't remind me!!!, Gina.

But alas, I am such a wimp......I can't jump off of a foot stool! No how, no way would I be able to do any of that stuff.

I think you have a great idea, Carmel....can't wait to watch you and Lisa crawling in the mud, jumpin' off a cliff, searching through a pile of sand for a key, hoppin' a train in India.......you sure you wanna do this?

[DogMa]

The weight-loss thing would make a great hook, too.

[sheila]

I too would b a chrleader for you guys! I have thought about it in the past, Hubby always talks about going on it. Would be fun!!!

[supermom]

I LOVE Tha Amazing Race. We have "carpet picnics" on race nite. I would love to try out, but I cannot miss that much work (I will have a job by then) and my husband travels with his job, so we would not have anyone here for our kiddos. UGH!!! I will watch and root for you, though!

[Denise]

I love that show too! The thought of being on it is a rush..but I know I would be a rotten partner..cause there is NOWAY I am eating fried crickets...or shaving my head!

[Tankie]

It's funny you mentioned this...my BF and I were totally thinking about making a tape and sending it in....we'd be the just lost a lot of weight, tattooed and pierced, super geeks....hmmmmm.....I don't think I've seen any heavily tattooed people on there before, I wonder if they shy away from that?

Anyway Carmel I think it's a great idea, you should totally go for it. Besides after watching the show for what, like 9 seasons I think a lot more of it has to do with brains than braun.....

Good luck!!!
Amy

[DogMa]

Carmel, it's too bad you're not ready yet. They're having an open call audition on Saturday in Arlington. For season 11.

[TonyR]

I'd go, but just like my wife (SharonR or was that sheila?) is scared to death of bungie jumping, and I have a weak stomach, so no bugs for me!!! Good luck though!

[Arklahoma]

This is bizarre. My DH and I were just talking about this and are thinking about trying out when my weight loss is complete.

[dede4wd]

Carmel, that's so GREAT! That is the only reality show I can stomach and I enjoy it! What a good idea and goal, see the world, win some cash AND tell the world there is an answer to losing weight and improving your health!

As someone who works BEHIND the camera, I will NEVER get on camera (if I can avoid it) but I'll be you and Lisa's BIGGEST cheerleader! What a wonderful idea!

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