The finals are in December the apps normally in by end of Oct. So chill out plenty of time you can lose your weight, work through all the programmes and even be a CDC by the time you apply.
Just noticed this thread too - def. go for it Nat, you've done so well up to now & this'll give you the added incentive (not that you need it) to keep up the fantastic job you're doing. We'll all be rooting for ya that's for sure