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When I won this challenge, it came as a big surprise that I鈥檇 be聽receiving workout gear in addition to the personal training and nutrition support. Talk about helping set聽me up for success! I was really excited聽but also, more than a聽bit intimidated.

Monday I got to the Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre at 4:00 o鈥檆lock. I was greeted with a big welcome from Josh Taylor, administrator of health and fitness programs at Crystal Pool. Dana at the front counter had me checked in, in no time.

With the first week of the Health Club Challenge under your belt and your water bottle getting lots of action, we turn to choosing foods that are nutrientdense.

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I've completed my testing, done my fitness evaluation and met with the nutritionist. Now the difficult part begins.

DAY 1: I just finished my first session with James my trainer........ I'm dying!!!!. Tried to puke twice, no luck. This is gonna be a nightmare for the first few weeks, I now know.

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The challenge begins with physiological testing to measure challengers' fitness levels

Well, I was greeted with a picture of Jill, Tania, Ashleigh, Kevin and me on the front page of the Times 91原创 which was just outside my front door聽Thursday morning.

Welcome to the Times 91原创 Health Club challenge blog! It no doubt will be an exciting and challenging 12 weeks for all of us. The five contest winners and myself will be posting as often as we can, sharing our journey with you.