I'm a 29 year old Data and Web Manager in Olathe, KS (South KC Metro area). I live with my wonderful wife and our five pets (two Greyhounds and three cats, all rescues).

As I edge closer to 30 I've decided that I am sick of being chubby, out of shape, and continuing with my unhealthy habits.

I used to be a starting varsity soccer player, a long distance runner on the track team, and a bench player in basketball (the talent was never there).

I have enjoyed my 20's thus far, but it's time to get back in shape.

This time it's going to work.

UPDATE: And it is working! I've lost a total of 31 lbs since February/March 09 and continuing on. I'm also in pretty good shape now, still working to my fitness goals, but I'm getting there.

UPDATE - 07/06/2010: I went really lax on my eating and workout plans, I've gained back quite a bit of weight, back up to 190. Used school and work as an excuse to not workout or eat better.

UPDATE - 01/11/2011: Starting over. Shortly after the 07/06 update I put my hand through a plate glass window (on accident, I don't have rage problems :) ) and I had to stop working out for a month. Got up to 192, I am really disappointed in myself and I feel fat again. Back on track!

I've also decided I want to be more active with outdoor activities. Canoeing, Mountain Bike Riding, Hiking. I love that stuff, and I want to be in shape to enjoy them.

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Body Fat Measurements (Non-Athlete Mode, Homedics BIA Scale)

Body Fat - 20.1% - 01/28/2011
Body Fat - 19.1% - 01/22/2011
Body Fat - 18.6% - 02/28/2011
Body Fat - 16.6% - 07/29/2011
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"People who lose weight are not super human. They just decided to go for it, and never gave up."

"You have failed only when you quit trying. Until then, you're still in the act of progression. So, never quit trying and you'll never be a failure."