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,
I have watched extreme makeover since it started, and 3 1/2 years ago had knee replacements and started losing weight. I was 435, and even though I have fought through an infection in my right knee, leading to a revision, I am happy to say I am down to 245 and going! I have a personal trainer who watches your show also, and she has a big heart for helping heavy people succeed! I am truly blessed that I found you Chris at the first; you gave me hope and inspiration to reach out. I am now encouraging others at the gym. I am still on my journey, but I will get there! :0)
Count me as one of the million lives you BOTH have changed. Had I never met and spent time with y’all in Denver I would have never made the steps necessary to get healthy and start living my life to its full potential. Can’t wait until our paths cross again so I can show you my gratitude through my progress. Love you guys!
Absolutely Chris should be crossing off that major milestone, the ripple effect your show creates must now be immeasurable! I ‘shred’ on the treadmill watching runs and re-runs of your shows and YouTube videos for inspiration to keep me going, I read and re-read Chris’s book for inspiration and hold you guys up as the absolute role models for my life as I want to live it. And I am a Scottish girl living in New Zealand so if I am doing this, millions of others will be too! And I tell everyone who is looking for inspiration to look you guys up and watch your shows (I now work at a gym). You both have been beyond an inspiration to my partner and myself, it cannot be put into words, and we will be forever grateful for our change in attitude towards health and fitness through listening to your honest and sincere words of wisdom, and for creating the absolute best show in TV ever! Millions of us watch and try to follow in your footsteps from all over the world, your inspiration is everywhere. THANK YOU
I’m still struggling on my weight loss / getting healthier journey, but I can honestly say that my favourite workouts are Chris’ videos. Chris, you are inspiring, empowering, comforting, humble, encouraging, and honest. And when I watch you on EWL and at the final reveal, it’s hard to believe that anybody, including the person that lost the weight, could possibly be happier than you are. You’ve helped and continue to help many of us. Thank you for being you. And I’m sure you have earned the right to cross off that ONE MILLION.
I have to say that both of you have definitely had an impact on my life. I actually thought about trying to email one of you a month or so ago and just never did. In March last year I got up one day and something just clicked, it was time for a real change in my life. I done a lot of research and put together a plan and began within a couple days. As I was struggling through the beginning and several months into it I found the EWL episodes on YouTube. I gained a huge amount of motivation from them. As I started I weighed in at 360 as a 6’1″ 33 year old man, and that’s not my highest known weight of a little over 380. As I am typing this I am in the neighborhood of 222. One of the benefits has also been that I am off almost all of my medication, including HBP, and anxiety pills. If it were not for me finding those episodes I really don’t think I would have ever been able to stick to my plan. So a sincere thanks goes out to both of you. Now cross off those numbers. LOL
Chris has inspired me many times. Add my number to your count. Inspiration not only to do better for myself but also for others. Thank you Powell Pack. ?
Yes, he should cross that milestone off ;0)
I can say with confidence that he deserves to be honored. Im a personal trainer and weightloss coach in South Africa and his is the only program i use with my clients. they have reached and maintained their weightloss goals. i continue to refer my clients to both your blogs coz you’re such inspirational and energized but most of all REAL ppl. I salute u both. Go on… cross it off !!!
A million is an underestimate…………<3!! You are a blessing to Heidi, Matix, Marley, Cash, Ruby and so many others. You inspire and you have changed lives for the better. We love you Chris.
My husband, our 3 children and I watch your show Extreme Weight Loss. My husband and I r trying to lose weight but with our health it is hard. My husband has Degenerative Disc Disease and he had back surgery 1 year ago in December. On the other my health is no better, I have fibromyalgia and my situation I have to watch how much sodium I am taking in. So, my family and I eat ground turkey, wheat bread, wheat pasta and a lot of vegetables and fruit. I would if u could email me back and give me your opinion on what my husband and I could do to get healthier. Thank u God bless u and your family and love u all.
You have changed me Chris. You are a light and inspiration and I have been able to pay it forward to others, as well. Thank you!!