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I've always been fat/big guy. I was about 210-215 lbs during my high school years and was on the football team. Got tired of everyone having a slice of life. I was fat (still am, but progressing), felt no purpose in life. In addition, I didn't move much. As a result, my weight skyrocketed close to 260 lbs. A personal experience in life, smacked me. I started to draw away from the closet thing to my heart and away from God. I got sick and tired, and decided to do something. I want that slice of life. It will be my revenge to all who doubted me.
Why I Love It:
It's my stress reliever, and I love seeing the results from those little goals that I set. Hey, it beats staying in front of a computer playing games all day.
How I Stay Motivated:
My wife deserves better. She's my soulmate and my greatest blessing from God. With that said...
I reflect on my old self. Sometimes I feel like not working out, but I keep reading other people's accomplishments. Set a small goal, achieve it, and then set another small goal. It's very motivating and pushes me to workout. Lastly, because of what happened to me in life, I want that revenge. To those who doubted me...I will get it.
"Now may the Lord's strength be displayed, just as you have declared"
- Numbers 14:17
BB Accomplishments:
Losing the weight/fat (still progressing). My wife says she's enjoying the jawbone coming back! Lol.
Overcoming the rice and adobo....sometimes. What can I say? asians love their rice, man!!
Forum Signature:
got adobo?
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"The superior man blames himself. The inferior man blames others." - Don Shula, former Miami Dolphins coach
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Last Updated: Feb 23, 2008 8:44pm
Progress Pictures
Aug 15, 2006
Nov 27, 2007
This is taken in August 2006 in the Philippines. That's my wife next to me. I am 260lbs in this picture. A disgusting picture, which I used as fuel to start and keep working out.
Taken on Nov 27, 2007. I am currently 203.5lbs as I'm typing and uploading this (today is Dec. 04, 2007). Not bad, hopefully X-mas food won't destroy all my efforts. Lol.
To naturally lose some weight, specifically fat. With that said, got rice and adobo?
Goal (Long):
My goals are progressive goals. I don't want a "quick" lose weight and be toned approach. I broke my goal into smaller goals.
1) In a healthy approach, lose my weight to 190 lbs via working out and eating healthy.
2) Upon reaching goal 1, to work on toning and cutting my body.
3) Sustain/maintain my weight/health status
4) Improve in lifting weights (maybe 300lbs bench press? Lol, yeah right! lol!)
5) Live life in a fun/healthy lifestyle.
6) Happily, grow old with my wife.
God bless!
Why I like this video: MercyMe - Homesick
Yes, it IS a fitness video, believe it or not. Spiritual/mind fitness. My wife and I are separated temporarily because of the military. I listen to this video when I miss my wife. Keeps me spiritually strong until my wife and I are united again. The spirit/mind must be prepared and strong before any physical change can occur. God bless.
Linkin Park - Crawling
Played: 47
Why I like this video: I feel that I can express myself through music. I'm a big fan of Linkin Park, and this song describes, lyrically, my emotions and thoughts through some of my past experiences.
For What I've Done...
Played: 30
Why I like this video: Lummy.
"Where'd You Go" Fort Minor Pride and Prejudice Mu Played: 27
Well things are going well so far. Been extremely motivated, but one thing has stalled me: tendinitis. I've been reading around the forums about ways to treat this condition. Unfortunately, the doctor, says the same thing I've been reading on the forums, which is the healing process...
I remember those days. It can be difficult juggling school with other responsibilities, but it will pay off in the long run. Remember to celebrate and relax with friends and family. You deserve it, and have earned the rest. I hope all of your grades are impressive. Also, thank you for the kind comments Graig, I really do appreciate them. :) T
Awww, thank you Graig! (I keep wanting to all you Craig. lol I'm also looking forward to your future progress as well. Have a wonderful New Year, and let's pick up the pace for 2008!! :) T
I'm so proud of you Graig! Look at what you've accomplished. Truly and inspiration. Wifey looks so proud of you at 260, so I know she is beyond happy with your progress. Keep up the awesome job. You look great. Have a wonderful New Year with family and friends. :) T
Thank you Graig!! I'm always excited to find a Brother or Sister in Christ on bb.com. Your words mean more than you know. Thank you so very much. I agree...all things are possible with the Lord. :) T
Hi, thanks so much for the add! Good luck on your goals, here is a good article/diet to check out that has worked for many bodybuilders and just regular peeps like myself:
http://fitness.poda rco.com/carbcycling.html
