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Day 15 - February 7, 2012

"The good Lord gave you a body that can stand most anything. It's your mind you have to convince." - Vince Lombardi.

So, I had a little setback. Between injuring my neck and some poor eating choices I have briefly headed the wrong direction on the old scale (as indicated below). However, I was able to meet with my dietitian at My Fit Foods (Danielle) and we have made some adjustments that will allow me to move forward on my journey and see the proper success. Tomorrow starts the first day of the 21 day challenge at My Fit Foods. So today I weighed in. I am psyched about my weigh in for one reason. I weighed in on a InBody scale. This scale was able to detect my body composition, which is what I was attempting to do with my BodPod experience. I got a lot of good information. I also received some interesting information. My right arm and leg are more muscular than my left arm and leg. I am excited to see how I can do in this 21 day challenge and I hope to win some prizes.

Body Composition (As of 2/7/12): BMI (Body Mass Index): 68.7 Percent Body Fat: 51.9

Weight (As of 2/7/12): 492.7 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 92.7

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 27.7

Daily Exercise:

Pump Challenge (20 minute circuit featuring squats, chest press, tricep extensions, dead lifts, bent rows, lunges, upright rows, mac raises, overhead press and lateral raises.) Approximate calories burned * : 616 calories

Daily Nutrition:

Breakfast: Good Morning Sunshine (Lean ground turkey, parboiled rice, 5:1 eggwhites topped with pico de gallo) 360 cals, 15 g fat, 15 g carbs, 39 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Lunch: Brian's Fit Chicken Enchiladas (Lean chicken breast, corn tortillas, creamy tomatillo sauce made with fat free sour cream, fresh jalapenos, cilantro, and tomatillos. Served with a side of black beans and Pico de Gallo. ) 440 cals, 4.5 g fat, 66 g carbs, 33 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Dinner: Turkey Pasta (Zesty red sauce with lean ground turkey breast, spiced with high antioxidant spices. Served on top of a wheat & gluten-free brown rice spaghetti. ) 360 cals, 9 g fat, 49 g carbs, 21 g protein.

36 ounces of water.

Snacks: Fit to Go (1 boiled egg, Fuji apple slices, a touch of grapes, natural peanut butter.) 310 cals, 20 g fat, 18 g carbs, 13 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Chicken Fruit Bowl (Bites of fresh fruit including oranges, apples, grapefruit & grapes with walnuts & chicken for protein. ) 330 cals, 11 g fat, 32 g carbs, 29 g protein.

36 ounces of water.

Daily totals: 1800 cals, 59.5 g fat, 180 g carbs, 135 g protein. 144 ounces of water.

Goal for tomorrow: Walk to work.

* According to www.bodybuilding.com exercise calculator. 20 mins of circuit training, including some aerobic movement with minimal rest, general.

#Day 15 #21 day challenge

Day 14 - February 6, 2012

I had a minor setback when I strained my neck last week and I have not been able to workout for the last week. I am ready to kick it back into overdrive, because if I want to make my first mini-goal I will have to put in a ton of work and focus on my nutrition and exercise. Luckily, I have some additional motivation. My Fit Foods is running a 21 day challenge in which the winners of the challenge will be able to win some pretty nice prizes (3 month lease of a Jaguar, Ipad 2, $500 gift card). I am going to do everything I can to give it a 100% effort and put my best foot forward. I will be weighing in tomorrow afternoon for my official starting weight for the challenge.

Weight (As of 1/20/12): 485 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Goal for the next week: Post my workout and nutrition every day.

#21 day challenge #Day 14

Day 9 - February 1, 2012

I had a little setback this week. I pulled a muscle in my neck and have not been able to keep up with my exercise routine. I am hoping to get started again tomorrow. I will be back to posting again tomorrow.

Day 7 - January 29, 2012

Short post tonight. Just checking in. I have wrangled up a few more people who want to run in the Warrior Dash come November so I am getting excited about getting myself in shape to be able to handle it.

Exercise Routine -

Golfed 18 holes at Kingwood Country Club.

Goal for tomorrow - Follow nutrition plan 100%.

#Day 7

Day 6 - January 29, 2012

"If you're coasting, you're either losing momentum or else you're heading downhill" - Joan Welsh.

Today was the day that I am scheduled to have a cheat meal. Definitely can tell that eating smaller portions has affected my eating habits. Not that I was trying to pig out, but I definitely got fuller quicker than I used to.

I took starting body measurements so that I can track the effectiveness of my workout routine. It was definitely difficult taking these measurements by myself, so they are approximates at best. Ordered a high capacity scale, it should be here next week, so I am planning a two week weigh in for this coming Friday.

Chest: 64.75

Right Arm: 21.5

Left arm: 20.75

Hips: 65

Right Thigh: 40

Left Thigh: 40

I will compare these to my measurements at the end of 90 days on my workout program.

Weight (As of 1/20/12): 485 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Daily Exercise:

Pump Challenge (20 minute circuit featuring squats, chest press, tricep extensions, dead lifts, bent rows, lunges, upright rows, mac raises, overhead press and lateral raises.) Approximate calories burned * : 616 calories

Daily Nutrition:

Breakfast: Good Morning Sunshine (Lean ground turkey, parboiled rice, 5:1 eggwhites topped with pico de gallo) 360 cals, 15 g fat, 15 g carbs, 39 g protein.

Lunch: Cheat Meal.

Dinner: I know that it is not good, but I skipped dinner. After my cheat meal for lunch I was not hungry.

#Day 6 #Measurements

Knock Knock.

Who's There?

The guy who finished second.

The guy who finished second who?

Exactly!

This is a brief example of one of the Les Mills Pump workout.

Day 4 - January 26, 2012

"Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do." - John Wooden

I am really excited today. I came home and at my front door was my new workout routine that I ordered from www.beachbody.com. It is the Les Mills Pump. It is a barbell inspired workout that focuses on more reps and pretty low weights.

Weight (As of 1/20/12): 485 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Daily Exercise:

Pump Challenge (20 minute circuit featuring squats, chest press, tricep extensions, dead lifts, bent rows, lunges, upright rows, mac raises, overhead press and lateral raises.) Approximate calories burned * : 616 calories

Daily Nutrition:

Breakfast: Breakfast Tacos ( Corn tortillas, 5:1 ratio eggs, ground turkey breast, a touch of real cheese and onions. ) 480 cals, 17 g fat, 37 g carbs, 42 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Lunch: Hawaiian Chicken ( Chicken breast infused with a gluten free soy sauce. Served on a bed of converted rice topped with pine nuts, pineapples and mandarin oranges. ) 590 cals, 18 g fat, 68 g carbs, 37 g protein.

Dinner: Gimme More Chicken Salad ( Fresh romaine salad with finely cut chicken breast, fat free sour cream, reduced fat mayonnaise, chopped celery, dried cranberries, dried tarragon, a dash of salt and pepper. ) 360 cals, 17 g fat, 20 g carbs, 33 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Snacks: Fage 2% Yogurt, Blueberry ( Greek yogurt that is preservative free and loaded with probiotic that promotes a healthy digestive system. ) 140 cals, 2.5 g fat, 18 g carbs, 12 g protein.

Peanut Butter Protein Cookie 150 cals, 7 g fat, 17 g carbs, 10 g protein

24 ounces of water.

Egg-O-Licious ( Super clean egg salad coupled with celery and Nut Thins is simply egg-o-licious. ) 250 cals, 16 g fat, 13 g carbs, 12 g protein.

Daily totals: 1970 cals, 77.5 g fat, 173 g carbs, 146 g protein.

Goal for tomorrow: Drink more water!!!!!!

* According to www.bodybuilding.com exercise calculator. 20 mins of circuit training, including some aerobic movement with minimal rest, general.

#Day 4 #Les Miles Pump #Pump Challenge

Day 3 - January 25, 2012

I was looking for some additional goals to help keep me focused and moving forward. So, I started to look into participating in a 5K. Now, at my current weight and physical level I don't think I would be able to walk a 5K without stopping, but I am giving myself 5 months to get in shape enough to complete one. I searched for 5K's in the area and a bunch of them came up. I looked at them all and one definitely stood out to me. Mud Maxx is a 5K mud run that will be held in June. I feel that gives me plenty of time to build my stamina up to be able to participate. It sounds like fun and the proceeds go to help the Shriner's Hospital. Another run that I have wanted to do since hearing about it is the Warrior Dash. This is another 5K race, but unlike the typical 5K this one has numerous obstacles you must encounter throughout the race. I am looking to register for the Warrior Dash in Central Texas that will be held in November. Here is the link for the Warrior Dash for Central Texas. Tell me this does not look like a ton of fun. http://warriordash.com/register2012_central_texas.php

Weight at last weigh in (1/20/12): 485 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Daily Nutrition:

1824 cals, 68 g fat, 195 g carbs, 105 g protein

Water: 96 oz’s

#Mud Maxx #Warrior Dash #Day 3

Day 2 - January 24, 2012

I am a little tired tonight, so I am not going to post a lot.

Weight at last weigh in (1/20/12): 485 pounds

#’s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#’s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Daily Nutrition:

1647 cals, 50 g fat, 150 g carbs, 140 g protein

Water: 108 oz's

Goal for tomorrow: Stay the course.

John Wooden on Success -This clip is a little long, but it is a great video. He was amazing.

Day 1 - January 23, 2012

"Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time." - Thomas A. Edison

Weight (As of 1/20/12): 485 pounds

#'s to reach first milestone (< 400 by 40) : 86

#'s to reach mini-goal (20 pounds by 2/23/12) : 20

Daily Nutrition:

Breakfast: Good Morning Sunshine (Lean ground turkey, parboiled rice, 5:1 egg whites topped with pico de gallo) 360 cals, 15 g fat, 15 g carbs, 39 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Lunch: Cynthia's BBQ Chicken (Healthy BBQ sauce over chopped chicken breast with cheddar mashed potatoes and green beans) 340 cals, 6 g fat, 33 g carbs, 36 g protein.

Dinner: Tenderloin with Vegetables (Prime cut beef tenderloin over a bed of zucchini, squash, carrots, mushrooms and onions) 340 cals, 14 g fat, 8 g carbs, 42 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Snacks: Picnic Time (Fuji apple slices, almonds, dried cranberries, grapes, nut thins and Monterrey Jack cheese) 290 cals, 17 g fat, 24 g carbs, 11 g protein.

24 ounces of water.

Healthy hummus bowl (Hummus, sliced chicken breast and raw vegetables) 210 cals, 15 g fat, 8 g carbs, 15 g protein.

Daily totals: 1540 cals, 67 g fat, 88 g carbs, 143 g protein.

Goal for tomorrow: Drink more water!!!!!!

#Day 1 #Nutrition

My experience with the Bod Pod

So, I was excited to try the Bod Pod and get a baseline weight and body composition so that I can detail my future successes. However, either due to human error on the part of the technicians or on my part I was unable to get a good reading. The percentages were clearly off. I did get a starting weight though, so at least I have that. I am going to look into trying to get some other measurements either with another type of test or just with a tape measure. I will be looking into that this week.

It has taken me a bit to get used to dealing with this blog each night, but I am officially calling tomorrow Day 1 and I am making a commitment to at least checking in each night and detailing my journey. My starting weight is 485 pounds. So to reach my first long term goal I need to lose over 85 pounds in just under 11 months. I hope to crush that goal and reach the 400 pound barrier by August 1, 2012. My first mini goal is to lose 20 pounds by February 23, 2012. Wish me luck.

#Bod Pod #Weight #Day 0

You can't get anywhere unless you know where you have been. For me, this means that I need to find out exactly what my starting point is. To do this I have booked an appointment tomorrow to get my self tested in the Bod Pod. What is the Bod Pod exactly? It is a device that is used to determine the composition of your body. This machine is going to tell me what my body fat percentage is. So, tomorrow I will be posting the numbers that I receive from my Bod Pod test and will update them periodically to chart my journey.

#Bod Pod #Measurements #Weight #Height

Questions

Q - Why am I creating a blog?

A - I don't have the first idea. Just kidding. I am creating this blog as a means to help keep me accountable on my upcoming weight loss journey.

Q - What are my goals?

A - Put simply, my goal is to get back to a healthy weight. On a grand scale, my goal is to weigh less next month than I weighed this month and to continue that progress until I have reached a healthy weight. On a smaller scale, I set a goal to be under 400 pounds by my 40th birthday. If my previous experiences with weight loss have been any indication, I should reach this goal with plenty of time to spare. However, I liked the symmetry of < 400 by 40.

Q - Is this your first attempt at weight loss?

A - By no means is this my first ride on the weight loss roller-coaster. I have with both good success and not so good success had many different ups and downs with weight loss. Just recently I have gained back weight following one of my most successful weight loss experiences. From March 2009 to February 2010 I lost almost 100 pounds. I plateaued right as I approached 400 pounds and could not break through that barrier.

Q - How are you going to do it?

A - I am going to do it the only way that works. A combination of eating healthy, appropriately portioned food and exercise. There is no fad diet that can work over the long haul. I cannot speak any more highly about the people at My Fit Foods. They are going to be a big help in allowing me to be successful on my journey. They provide healthy, properly portioned food without any guesswork. And it is all extremely tasty which makes it easy to follow. As far as exercise, I will be using a combination of at home workouts and working out with Krav Maga Houston.

Q- What will you be posting?

A - I will be using this blog to post my workouts, my food journals, motivational thoughts and whatever else comes to my mind. I am committed to making this change in my life and not look back. I will keep track of my weight loss, how I am feeling and the successes that I have on my journey. I have been focusing on my nutrition and exercise for a little over a month, but I will be choosing tomorrow as Day 1 of my new journey.

Q - What does bigreedynomore mean?

A - Pretty much all of my life I have been a big guy. I have gone by the nickname bigreedy for a long time. While I will never be a 175 pound Abercrombie and Fitch magazine model and ultimately even after I reach my goal weight I will still be viewed as a big guy when compared to other people. My goal is to get myself back to a healthy weight. So, tomorrow starts my official Day 1 and my journey to becoming bigreedynomore.

#questions #history

"Success has been and continues to be defined as getting up one more time than you've been knocked down."

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