I was interested to see the other people who arrived at the Slim and Fit last Saturday in Concord. I was not quite sure what to expect, but Laura (editor of the News-Herald) put everyone at ease. I call this week 2 for me, as I really started my program last week. I began a very aggressive workout regime that I expect to pay some benefits to my overall health and well-being. The workout I selected has 2 distinct parts - the actual strength and cardiovascular component, and the nutritional aspect. I expect that these two will complement each other as my journey continues, and help make my results as positive as they can be.

 

The strength and conditioning program that I am using is very simple and tough - P90X. I have attempted P90X before, with some results, but I did not have the nutritional aspect of the plan in place, and my gains were minimal, at best. I am pairing my P90X workouts with Weight Watchers online for men. I find that the tracker is very easy and intuitive to use, and I like the format - even though no P90X workouts are in the workout section.

 

My motivation will be simple - I need to lose weight - I put on about 35 pounds last year when I encountered two fairly traumatic events - the loss of my father, and a very serious motorcycle accident which leaves me with a permanently separated (third degree) shoulder. I hope to lose 50 pounds, to get down to 250, but I would love to get to 225 or even 205, which is the weight I played college basketball at. As a science teacher, varsity coach, and athlete, I know what to do, I just have to do it. I would prefer to be more of an example of healthy living to my family and my students. I will need some encouragement, but being in the paper exposes it for all to see. That is a fairly strong motivational tactic as well. I encourage you to follow me and check on my progress. I'll be working on it!