I am feeling good about this DietBet challenge.  I think a six month transformation is not all that much to ask of myself.  By my calculations if I lose 10% of my weight every six months then it would take me two years to get down to my goal weight.  This doesn't phase me because it may take me awhile to reach my goals but I will feel good along the way.  I do sometimes get discouraged seeing my body in the gym mirrors but the feeling of being able to work out and feel really good after is so much motivation.  I can't wait to continue pushing myself in this challenge.