For Guys Who Need To Lose 100lbs

Posted in: Inspiration,Nutrition | October 31st, 2007
You know, it’s pretty funny. I never thought that I would be writing a post for guys who need to travel the same road that I have. When I started my weight loss journey back in 2003, I didn’t do it with the thought of losing more than 100lbs. There’s no way I could have continued through the many setbacks and mis-steps I have experienced if I started off saying to myself that I’m going to set out to lose 100lbs. Setting realistic and attainable goals really worked for me even when I was experiencing a plateau. (more…)
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Nike Hill: A Hidden Cardio Treasure!

Posted in: Training | October 22nd, 2007

For the last month or so, all I’ve been doing is raving about Nike Hill and how it’s done wonders for my conditioning, especially cardio. Well, I think that it’s time that I reveal this hidden cardio treasure to my readers. Fellas, I can’t begin to tell you how challenging and mentally trying hiking up this hill is, so I’ve decided to take you on a hike with me. But, before we go on our walk, I think you need a little more information about my latest workout gem.

During the Cold War, the US military built many Nike Missile installations to protect key cities as a last line of defense against air attacks. These now decommissioned missile launch sites surround LA, as shown on this map. I just think that it’s really ironic that one of these sites would later become part of my college. (more…)

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My Weight Loss Tips Interview is LIVE!

Posted in: Inspiration,Miscellaneous | October 15th, 2007

Hey, I just received an email from Lizza at Weight Loss Tips, and my online interview is now live. Feel free to check it out when you get the chance.

Also, I just joined an awesome forum for those following a LC WOE (way of eating) and are serious about working out and sculpting their physique: www.beyondlowcarb.net.

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MLBF in the News

Posted in: Inspiration,Miscellaneous | October 12th, 2007

Hey fellas,

I thought I would write a quick post about a few new places that have highlighted my weight loss transformation. I’ve already blogged about my story being featured at shapefit.com; now, pictures of me have been posted to CNN’s Fitnation website (click on #5 for my pictures), and they are planning on interviewing me for a feature piece at the beginning of the year. The only problem I have with the CNN piece is that they used an old after photo of me because my current one doesn’t show my face. While I understand why they did this, the picture that they did use shows me at least 30 lbs heavier than I am now! But, that’s cool because I’m going to be taking professional photos next month, so no more taking pictures of myself in the mirror for me.

Also, my school newspaper was kind enough to interview me about my weight loss story. You can check out the story and a current picture of me here. I know that I look pretty thin in this picture, but don’t worry because there is a beast of a body being developed underneath the XL polo shirt I’m wearing! (more…)

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Bringing the Low-Carb Community Closer: Good Calories, Bad Calories

Posted in: Nutrition | October 4th, 2007
Wednesday before last, I left work early because I wasn’t feeling very well. On the way home, I remembered that Gary Taubes’s new book, Good Calories, Bad Calories (GCBC), had come out the day before. Well, fortunately for me, I live less than five minutes away from a Borders bookstore, so I was able to shuttle in and out with my book in less than 10 minutes. It was good to see Taubes’s book on the “New Arrivals” table in the middle of the store as you walk in.

When I woke up the next morning, I had already read the first section of his 400+ page work; however, I wasn’t feeling any better. So, I decided that I should stay home and in the bed for the day. Since I don’t have a TV in my bedroom, I figured that I should continue to plow through his book, which I gladly did. (more…)

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