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Like most men, I believed that I would never let myself get out of shape. Throughout high school up until I joined the Navy, I could not put on weight to save my life! In 1988-1990 my weight was 165lbs with a 32” waist. I was burning more than I was able to consume. I was drinking beer and liquor during the 90s along with eating whatever I wanted. I was very active in basketball, bodysurfing, bike riding, weight training, etc… My weight finally increased from 165lbs to 195lbs during 1990-1991; 30lbs muscle gain. I was eating 6 FULL meals a day and working out 2.5 to 3 hours per day. I also ran 2 miles a day and used steam room for 30 minutes. I maintained 195lbs from 1990-1997.

Then life happened in late 1997. My arches started to fall after 8 years of wearing steel-toe boots in the Navy. I could not run anymore, weightlifting was limited, and I did not decrease food intake. Eventually my metabolism slowed down and I gradually gained weight from 1998 to 2006. I was in denial each year with the comment, “I can easily get back into shape in a couple of months with no problem!” My weight transformed from 195lbs (mostly muscle) to 248lbs (mostly fat). I gained 53lbs! Body Fat percentage taken by certified person at wellness/fitness center on base using calipers.

I was getting tired of being big. I started Slim in 6 and lost weight during July-September 2004; dropped to 230lbs, but I did not maintain after summer ended. My pants were 38”, but spare tire belly was actually pushing 43” and was hanging over my pants. I was not consistent in maintaining exercise and ended up gaining the weight back.

I was finally fed up with myself in late 2005. I easily got winded going up the stairs in my house. I held my breath just to bend over and tie my shoes. In October 2005, I used a slower approach with my next attempt to get fit by adjusting my eating habits using Michi’s Ladder. The weight loss was gradual and resulted in a loss from 248-232lbs (16lbs) from late 2005 to mid-January 2006. I was able to wear size 38” pants without being overly tight, but by spare tire belly was still about 40”

A few office co-workers started a weight loss competition in January 2006. I decided to participate since I had already committed to myself to be serious about getting into shape. The office competition was for 6 months. I started Slim in 6 Beach Body program and maintained it from January-March 2006 and followed up with a weight training program combined with the Slim in 6 Burn It Up aerobic programs from April-June 2006. January-June 2006 resulted in weight loss of 232-219lbs (13lbs). I was able to fit nicely in size 36” pants.


I increased my Ab routine and adjusted with less days of aerobic and increase weight training. July 2006 resulted in weight loss of 219-216lbs (3lbs). My 36” pants were getting loose, but not enough to move down a size. I felt confident and shaved my head bald for summer 2006. I maintained a consistent eating/workout schedule and drank plenty of water from July 2006 to February 2007 with a weight loss of 4 lbs (216-212lbs). I hit a plateau!

I modified my supplements program, mixed a variety of foods in my diet, focused on intensity in my workouts, and started sitting on a stability ball at work. By end of March 2007, I dropped from 212-202lbs (10lbs). My 36” pants were very loose. I tried on a size 34”, but pants were snug, so my waist was probably about 35”.

I continued to split weight training and aerobic (Slim in 6) workout evenly. I maintained an aerobic workout during off weight training days and weight training schedule of 2 days on, 1 day off. I strived daily to maintain eating every 2-3 hours from Michi’s tiers 1, 2, 3. I had some cheat days, but kept the portions small and drank a lot of water with meal to get full.

I modified my workout routine again during late April 2007 to focus on my tightening my midsection. I used “Power Half Hour Ab Burner” in place of the “Slim in 6 Burn It Up” and had successful results in my rib cage area and Abs. I currently settled for 36” dress pants with 1”taken in for 35”waist. My butt and legs fit nicely with size 36” pants versus 34” pants.

Since I left the Navy in 1999, I hardly drink beer or liquor, only on special occasions. I watched my portion size, maintained eating (snack portions) every few hours, drinking a lot of water, cut down drastically on greasy foods and desserts. I ensured that I have cheat days, but keep the portions reasonable with the occasional splurge. I always drink at lease 8oz of water before going to bed and always went to bed slightly hungry.

I dress sharp and keep positive thoughts.