Were you inspired by Kim Benson's simple strategies for shrinking a few sizes? We told you on Monday about the author's sensational slim-down (from 6X to size 6) and suggested you practice a few of her weight-loss secrets -- find a diet program that fits, get rid of red-light foods, fill up on green-light ones, be wary of "safe" foods and research restaurant meals.

So, how did it go? Let's find out -- go step on the scale right now. We're already at a combined 146 pounds lost. In order to reach our goal of 250, we only have 104 to go. Can't wait to how the scale tips this week.

You've got until noon tomorrow (Thursday, January 22) to reveal your number in the poll below. Then come back on Friday for our big reveal.