I am so glad I found this website and these games!  I am so tired of being fat and failing to feel and stay motivated!  I am not usually a gambler but the outcome of these games is within my control all I have to do is stay on track and reach my goal!  I would definitely hate to lose money and I would hate to give others my hard earned money while I stay fat!  This is really helping me stay motivated!  I am walking 2 to 4 miles per day and I have cut out all my usual carbs!  I am eating more protein and as a vegetarian that's a challenge!  I considered dropping out of the 2 games I joined, so as not to risk the money loss but then I would just be giving up and staying fat and un-motivated.  Betting on myself is working!  I am down 3 pounds! :)