Fast Forward

I really need to update more often. Fast forward to today. The gym has become an integral part of my life as I go there pretty much every day. Greg, my trainer, has become a part of the family and without him I would be lost (and the weight wouldn't be). Tony, Bekah and Jenna have all joined the gym and Tony trains with Jared 2-3 times a week, while I now train with Greg 4-5 times a week. Since January 1, 2011 I've lost 25 pounds, 4 pant sizes and am in the best shape ever.

I admittedly slowed my weight loss by not tracking what I was eating for the past month or so, but thanks to Greg's awesome training, I did not gain any weight and still lost a few pounds. I am getting back on track using Nutrimirror (www.nutrimirror.com) to track my eating once again.

I recently returned to see my family in Ohio and they couldn't believe the difference. I still have quite a ways to go (50 pounds) but I am well on my way to a fat free life. While I was in Ohio visiting, my mother and sister-in-law started telling me about a meal replacement shake they started taking. Mom had lost 5 pounds in 2 weeks by having one shake a day and my sister-in-law worked with many people who were losing weight and feeling better with these shakes so I signed up. If nothing else, if I can get the energy my mom now has and help jump-start my weight loss again...its worth it. It is Body By Vi, http://www.loseweighteasy.bodybyvi.com/ (my website).

Mom actually looked younger, had more energy and lost weight. I am doubtful it is a miracle cure. There is no cure for obesity besides eating right and exercise, I honestly relize this, but having a shake for breakfast is easy to do, gives me vitamins and nutrients I need and elminiates my quick stop at McDonalds because I got up too late to fix something. I have a mini-blender at work with frozen fruits in the freezer and it takes me 5 minutes to make a shake (if that). My boss is even trying it.

Also, life at the gym has taught me how important protein is for muscle health. I was already doing protein shakes so this is a turbo-charged protein shake due to the vitamins and minerals added. Why not try it, as I was already doing this.

I will try to keep this blog updated from now on on my success :)