Allright allright.........
I guess I better get the questionaire out of the way early in my exorcism.
(( Just to give the demon Fatty fat poo a bit of a scare.....keep the fink on its toes))
Here goes:
How much weight do you want to lose? =
100 pounds
What is the timeframe for reaching your target weight? =
1 year
How do you want to accomplish your goal (what methods do you want to use)? =
diet, exercise, calorie accountability, lifestyle change over a year.
Who or what can support you in reaching your goal? =
my family, friends, coworkers, my daughter, and you all !
-- How realistic is your goal? =
I think it is very realistic!
-- When will you start? =
officially August 7, 2008
What is your current height and weight? =
6'1" 284 lbs
If you were at an ideal weight now, what would that weight be? =
187 pounds
At what weight would you like to be at four months from now? =
well three months from now it seems like I sould be in the 25 pound loss area
Why do you want to lose weight? =
because I got to the point where I didnt feel healthy, literally. Also my daughter needs a healthy daddy for a long long time. ..... and I'd like women to notice me again, I miss that.
Do you want to lose weight for a specific life event such as wedding or reunion? If so, when is that event? =
sort of....Im aiming for Maiah's fifth birthday
What obstacles could get between you and your weight loss goals? =
this computer is a big one, Im a video game fiend... WoW level 65...(geek!)....also I dont know how much Im going to crave hot wings, fries and beer in the near future...lol
Why do you think that you now have a weight problem? =
see previous question 
I also technically have a desk job
What lifestyle changes do you think would help you lose weight? =
getting out more. I really miss camping..I live in the rocky mountains for petes sake!!
Have you lost weight in the past? If so, what has worked in the past to help you lose weight? =
I lost a lot in boot camp. I was in pretty good shape from then on until about ten years ago
Why do you believe that you did not lose weight or you gained the weight back? =
I really didnt lose weight because I told myself I really didnt need to lose weight
What, if anything, has not worked for you in the past in helping you to lose weight? Why do you think it did not work? =
splurge exercise stints or crash starvation......
Would you try writing down all food and drink consumed for a given period of time? =
hell yes, and I have allready started.
Do you cook at home often? If so, what do you cook? =
I love to cook, Im a pretty damn good one too if I dont say so myself.....the problem is I like to cook large quantities.
How often do you go out to eat? Where do you go? =
used to be about 4 days a week for lunch and 2-3 for dinner....now I'm cold turkey. I will allow a weekend outing on my sunday rest day, I leave my wallet at home now when I go to work, so I CANT go out to lunch with the guys
What are your three favorite foods? =
mexican & Chinese, sushi, italian ,,,,wait....who am I kidding, I LOVE all food! (except coconut)
What are your three favorite restaurants? =
I dont really have favorites....depends on what I feel like.
What are three things you can do differently when it comes to food? =
portion!, calorie accountability! and healthy!
If you woke up tomorrow and your body was exactly the way you want it, what would be different? =
I would not have a big belly and man-boobs, I wouldnt feel like shi* and have sore bones when shuffling off to the kitchen to make a whole pot of coffee....etc.
Do you eat when you are not hungry? =
oh yes
Do you binge eat (large amounts at a time)? =
I can eat a whole pizza.......with beer......so yes.....been there
Do you hide your food or eat in secret? =
no, because I dont have to....and Im big enough, nobody questions me...lol
Do you eat when you are sad, nervous, or depressed? =
sometimes, those emotions can go either way (eating or starving)
Do you eat as a reward? =
isnt eating a reward?
Do you eat while watching TV or using the computer? =
Always it seems
What do you normally eat for a meal? =
the whole thing
What type of snacks do you eat? =
anything within reach (except icky yucky coconut)
In terms of exercise, what, if anything, are you currently doing? =
none before, now I am walking in the am, and doing weights and elliptical in the eve...I also just got a heavy bag
Where do you go for exercise? A local public gym? School/work gym? Home? =
I have converted my living room into a gym of sorts. I got rid of the couch, and moved the weight bench, elliptical, and heavy bag in.
What, if anything, are your three favorite types of exercise?
What is your daily/weekly/monthly/yearly motivation to move towards your goals? =
my favorite exercise is the one that I dont have to watch the clock. Thats why I like walking now...listen to audio books and zone off....nice...an hour is gone before I know it
Do you have rewards for certain goals? =
3 months I should lose 25 pounds, Ill reward myself with something...dunno what yet....probably new clothes or man toys
anyway..... Im off to the shower and to bed now....I feel good casue I smacked the heavybag around a bit.....its 9:00pm I usually go to bed early and wake up about quarter to five. I used to be a night owl in my reckless days, now Im definately a morning person.....having a four year old makes a big difference too......I'm a single dad (my ex and I go week to week equal custody) and I have the responsibility to be a good dad, and I will, she deserves it.
*night all.
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