Injured my lowerback during the summer of 06. Gained thirty pounds in 3 months. In August, a number of things happened.

1. I wasn't injured anymore
2. I was finally able to go workout (light weight only)
3. I saw Morgan Spurlock's "Supersize Me" for the first time
4. I was tired of carrying the extra weight in my face, stomach and legs.

Update July 2017 - In the last year, I have gone from 240 to 280. I recently experienced pain in my left arm, as well as some facial paralysis. I am ready to lose weight in order to live a long and healthy life. I used to do it for the aesthetic value, but now I am all about enhancing my quality of life.

It is a way for me to clear my head. Working out is me time. I set a goal and work to achieve it.