Sororities Plan to Cut the Fat

Sorority Putting its Foot Down in Fight vs. Obesity

Bad news for guys who like 'em chunky; Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority chapters in Northern Texas have started a campaign to raise awareness for, and fight obesity. The traditionally African-American sorority hopes to collectively lose 1,000,000 pounds, by walking 1,908 miles, in time for the sororities 100 year anniversary in July 2008.

"We just want people to be more conscious about the obesity in the African-American community," said Chelle Wilson, president of the Tau Rho Omega chapter. "You only get one body; it's never too late to start."

Before you chub lovin' fellas get worked up and dial 1-900-MIXALOT, just do the math. The sorority claims to have 200,000 sisters participating. That works out to five pounds lost and 0.0095 miles (50 feet) walked per sister, over a year and a half. Hell, Oprah drops five pounds and puts it back on over the course of taping a show.

However, one must commend their efforts. Even white boys got to shout (Sorry, couldn't resist).