I realized my weight was out of control. I had problems getting out of chairs. I was a stone's throw from 400 lbs, and it scared me. It has been a long journey with lots of ups and downs ever since.

I feel stronger, more confident. I feel happier than I have ever been, more motivated than ever. I have the energy to go wherever I want and do whatever I want. I have started to get the feeling sometimes that women are checking me out, and it's a great feeling.