The goal? Lose 4 percent of your starting weight in one month.

The challengers? A great group of Cary Magazine readers who signed on to take part in the Cary Magazine Summer Slimdown.

The results? 156.3 pounds lost collectively, by the Summer Slimdown group!

Congratulations to the following participants, who each achieved the 4-percent weight loss goal:

Beth
Paul
Colleen
Russ
Rachel
Stephanie
Susan
Beeron
Carolyn
Julie

Also, a big thanks to our contest sponsors!

As a grand prize, two winners were randomly selected to receive additional prizes. They are:

Rachel Fay, who wins a one-month unlimited membership to studioVIBE, and 

Paul Lucas, winner of a one month silver membership to Excel Body Fitness.

Each contest participant received three free trial classes at Excel Body Fitness to use during the Summer Slimdown.

In addition, all of those named above will now share in the DietBet pot of $360, and will receive the following bonus prizes: 

•  One-day pass for climbing at Triangle Rock Club in Morrisville

•  One Pilates, yoga, Xtend Barre or TRX class at studioVIBE

•  All-natural body care products from JustNeem in Cary

•  20 percent off coupon from Apricot Lane women’s boutique

Congratulations to all, and keep up the good work!

If you missed out on the Summer Slimdown, be sure to follow Cary Magazine on Facebook and Twitter for future contest information!