Weigh It Forward
Jun 14, 2012 | 657 views | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend | print
SPADAFORA (FROM LEFT), CALHOUN, MAHJOUBIAN AND PRICE FIVE MONTHS LATER Photos: Scott A. Drake
SPADAFORA (FROM LEFT), CALHOUN, MAHJOUBIAN AND PRICE FIVE MONTHS LATER Photos: Scott A. Drake
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After five grueling months, the four participants of the fundraiser Weigh It Forward weighed in on stage June 10 at Pride — no longer tipping the scales. Together, the group lost a total of 237 pounds and raised $22,799.50 in pledges.

The funds will be distributed evenly among Philly Pride Presents, The Attic Youth Center and William Way LGBT Community Center.

Dan Calhoun,

advertising and marketing director, PGN

Trainer/gym: Jared Carter, Move Forward Fitness

Starting weight: 268

Ending weight: 230

Total pounds lost: 38

Debbie Spadafora,

administrative manager, Woody’s and Voyeur

Trainer/gym: Noe Espinoza, 12th Street Gym

Starting weight: 339

Ending weight: 258

Total pounds lost: 81

Franny Price,

executive director,

Philly Pride Presents

Trainer/gym: Jo-Ellen Marks, Optimal Sport Health Clubs

Starting weight: 264

Ending weight: 201

Total pounds lost: 63

Micah Mahjoubian,

CEO, Soapbox Solutions

Trainer/gym: Gavin McKay, Fusion

Starting weight: 267

Ending weight: 212

Total pounds lost: 55