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1) How did you hear about the site?
I love TBL show and just researched some biggest loser sites and found this one
2) Reasons for joining?
I love reading weight loss success stories and hopefully I can be an encouragement to others as others have been inspiring to me.
3) Current Weight
159 pounds
4) Current/Past Lifestyle Habits (do you exercise and if so for how long, what exercise? what is your nutrition like, what are you eating on a daily basis? do you smoke? drink?)
I began running pretty regularly this year 3 to 4 days a week and have altered my diet as well. I don't smoke and drink "light beer" only.
5) Things you have trouble with in losing weight
I have carried a 20-25 pound tire around my waist for the past 10 years (my 40s) and I will turn 50 this year (Nov 07) and I was committed this 49th year to not take my tire into the next decade.
6) Things you have tried in the past for weight loss (did they work before?)
I have tried (but not very seriously) to alter my diet and did the south beach diet once but my wife really was my motivation and she gave me some great pointers that I promised I would stick with this time. A little push from the doctor with my cholesterol numbers (250) didn't hurt either.
She helped me cut out all the white stuff: bread, rice, potatoes and mayo (I love mayo). I eat a banana and a yogurt for breakfast, an apple and a south beach bar for lunch and a normal dinner without the white stuff. Also, the only liquid I consumed was water. Any other liquid with calories was eliminated during the weight loss period.
7) What do you want to change in your life?
I hope to continue living a healthy lifestyle and maintain a consistent exercise program.
8) What are your short and long term goals for weight loss?
I was able to take the 25 pounds off in 4 months. However, I find the process of maintaining my current weight is almost as challenging. It seems more difficult when there is no clear goal to hang your hat on.
Keep up the great work everyone. The process of losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle is such an important venture. So many people need to do it but very few follow through with their commitments. You are an inspiration to me and so many others.
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