In May, when we learned we were doing a health-themed issue of The Occasional, we picked three of our employees at random and entered them into a competition to see who could lose the most weight on the same health plan.
To keep things simple, they all went on a sugar-free diet, which means not just avoiding sweet snacks like candy and cookies, but also white bread, pasta, sodas, and even some fruits and vegetables. Trust us, it's tougher than it sounds.
Meet our Contestants Below
Sharon (189 pounds)
What do you do at The Occasional?
"I'm the Office Manager. Keep things organized for everyone. Best job in the world!"
What do you hope to accomplish in this competition?
"Just looking for a new hobby y'all! And if it means living healthier, that's just icing on the cake. LOL." (ed note: she spelled out the letters "L-O-L")
Matteo (165 pounds)
What do you do at The Occasional?
"Crush it in sales."
What do you hope to accomplish in this competition?
"Crush it in life."
Doug (150 pounds)
What do you do at The Occasional?
"I love that you guys are doing this, I do. But this really isn't a good time. I have a lot going on at home."
What do you hope to accomplish in this competition?
"Fine, just give her what she wants. I hate what this has turned us into. I just want to be able to see her again -- wait, hold on. Actually let me call you back…Guys, what is it you need? I'm on the phone with my wife's divorce attorney."
This article was originally published August 2013