As a Marine and athlete in my youth, I knew that at 50 years old and 260 lbs, that was unacceptable. I knew it was possible to get back into shape because 15 years ago I picked up Bill Philips' book Body for Life and was able to loose 50 lbs in six months. So I got my head right and began my journey once again. This time I am on this journey with my 16-year-old son. His journey is up and mine is down.

This journey like never before has defined who I am as a person. The greatest life outreach a person can have is through their personal respect and care they have for themselves. And the willingness to share it with others. For me, this time, fitness is about my 'WHY'. Why do I do what I do and the impact it has on the world around me. You can not care for others until you care for yourself.