I think I am more excited about this post than I have been of any in quite awhile. To be honest (and maybe TMI), things have been a little rocky over here for the Powell Pack. We have let the busyness of life get in the way of so much?most importantly our relationship. And we both notice it. I came across this gem of a video from two years ago at the perfect time. It reminds me of all the amazingness my husband is. It reminds me of his vision, his passion, his love, his compassion, and his contagious attitude. It reminds me why I am so lucky to call him mine.
This video was a surprise from me to Chris at a party we threw in 2012. Little did Chris know, I had a tattoo artist there ready to help him cross off some of his Roman numerals. Watch the video to see what I am talking about?
To date, Chris has crossed off only through 100,000. While I personally feel he has made a much bigger impact than this, I must know in the comments below who feels Chris deserves to cross off the 1,000,000, signifying One Million Lives positively impacted. Chris refuses to cross of the million until he has proof?let?s prove it to him!
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Chris and Heidi, you both deserve the credit of changing more lives than either of you could count. I was crying just watching the video. You can tell he truely cares about every single person he helps. He isn’t just there as a trainer, but a friend, a partner, a truely wonderful person. You have both inspired me. There are many times I watch the show and before the end, I am in tears. You are both a blessing to so many!! Thank you for sharing with us!!
i just started watching the American editions of Obese: AYTSML (I live in England), and I have to say I am loving watching them! You help people not just physically but emotionally too and that often has a bigger impact. I’m a fit and active guy and I definitely take inspiration from you to help others at work, at the gym and when I volunteer. Cheers Graham
P.s as a gay guy, you need to be shirtless more please haha
Count me and my husband in. My husband lost 80 pounds in 2010 and is now a personal trainer helping others lose weight. He is amazing and thank you Chris for the inspiration.
You can certainly cross it off. You and Heidi have been an inspiration to me and millions of others. I never realized that emotional weight was connected to my physical weight till I found your show, and all of your social media . I’ve worked really hard over the past two years to improve my life both mentally and physically. I have lots of rough days where I want to give up and wallow in my problems but you inspire me to keep going! Thanks for all you’ve done for the millions of people world-wide who credit you with many of our successes!
Chris, I have purchased your books, I read your Facebook, watch your shows, and love you and your family. You and Heidi make such a positive impact of the lives of MILLIONS of people. Your spirit and energy are unparalleled. I feel as if I know you personally, but I am not that blessed. I am however blessed by your words of encouragement not just to those who stand in front of you, but to the millions of people who know you as I do. I watch biggest loser also, and I have even tried to make it on the show, but as much as I like the show, it has never left me feeling like I could do it on my own. You, however, make me feel like it is possible to do it at home and on my own. You impact lives every day and will never be able to have the full proof of just how many people you truly impact and help change their lives. We love you and we are so grateful for all the many things you do to help others become great.
Chris – you should know you’re not only changing the lives of people who are overweight, you’re changing everyones! I’m not overweight by any standards, but your motivation and spirit on EWL has inspired me when I workout. It’s helped me push my boundaries, and where I was once a non-runner, I’m now training for a half-marathon! When I feel like stopping, I imagine you there next to me, encouraging me to keep going! You’ve changed way more than one million lives positively, because you’re positively one in a million! 😉
Chris and Heidi have both provided inspiration to me. I love the positivity and reality you emit every day. Not only have you changed millions of lives by walking people through transformations, but you lead by example and share your own personal struggles and victories. Thank you!!
Chris,
I’ve never communicated with you but you have touched my life in ways you’ll never know. You’ve inspired me, not just with your trade skill that you share so generously, but with your genuine and open heart. You have come into my home, shared yourself with me, taught me about myself, made me cry, made me laugh and made me want to change my future.
Not only have I watched every episode and read your books, I’ve also participated in your dietbets and have spread your praise and encouragement to others. Thank so you much.
I’ve no doubt that you have touched well more than 1,000,000 lives. You really should add the 10,000,000 mark as your goal. You’re probably already there.
ONE MORE HERE! You gave me strength to give myself a new chance, Chris 🙂 You helped me get my life back on track!
Add me to the list! Beyond grateful for the knowledge and encouragement shared!!!!