i's Profile

Fresno High, CA
Joined Nov 20, 2006

I'm a slappy geek (IT Systems Analyst at work, Gadget lover at play) and ready to do something to change my state of slappiness...time to de-slappify myself.

Unfortunately, my love for all things tech is, by it's nature, a very sedentary lifestyle which has lead me down the path of being slappy (overweight/obese, in case you were curious). After ...

I'm a slappy geek (IT Systems Analyst at work, Gadget lover at play) and ready to do something to change my state of slappiness...time to de-slappify myself.

Unfortunately, my love for all things tech is, by it's nature, a very sedentary lifestyle which has lead me down the path of being slappy (overweight/obese, in case you were curious). After having three different doctors strongly urge me to lose weight and a blood pressure reading of 190/110...this new path became an absolute must.

I've joined the Weight Watcher ranks and found it to be a great gateway to my 'lifestyle change'. It has been a tremendous help to reducing my calories, while helping get in my daily intake of fruits, vegetables, calcium, water, omega-3's, etc...

As for fitness, I have been using my eliptical trainer at home because running outdoors was a little harsh on my knees. This has helped to ease my hand off the TiVo remote and onto the home exercise equipment. I now watch digitally recorded shows while huffing and puffing. =P

I look forward to meeting new and interesting people on here and finding new 'thinspirations' and motivators.

http://islappy.blogspot.com/
aka Genshin Kujiken of the Kujikage Ryu
Goal Met!
  • Start weight: 320.0 lbs
  • Goal weight: 0.0 lbs
  • Weight loss to date: 47.6 lbs
  • Days logged last week: 0
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Recent Comments

April 18, 2008
Ok, things are really clicking now! I'm eating right, hitting the gym with regularity. Ta-Da! I'm back on track! =)
March 30, 2008
Join us for the 20 pound race, It will get you back in the groove. Oh and welcome back.
March 03, 2008
Ok, so I've pretty much recovered from my torn hamstring and now I'm trying to recover from my vacation. It's thrown my diet WAY out of whack! I ate like a king in Hawaii. Oh man the food was great and I just rolled with it instead of even attempting to be responsible. Now, I'm having some challenges with getting back on track. Slowly, as my leg recovers, I'm able to do some gym activity and can walk at work again. I have flashes of my old good eating habits, but I find myself giving in much more easily to my craving and urges when it comes to food.

I need to hit the grocery store and stock up on healthy items to cook with and that way I won't be tempted to go out and eat. Plus, my wife has been slacking too, so I need to get her back on track because that is my home support system. When she was on track it helped keep me on track.

My new goal is to lose 40 lbs by July. This will keep me focused on a time goal and have me ready for the summer. I got a little wake up call when I had to take off my shirt in Hawaii. =( Though, at the time I blamed my leg injury for keeping me out of the gym. heheh
January 16, 2008
January 16, 2008
Well, here we are 3 weeks out from my big Pro Bowl trip and I have been working out like crazy in the gym and playing football every Sunday with a regular group. Then, the unthinkable happens...

I was rushing the quaterback, he rolled outside and I pursued while trying to shift into a higher gear. As I turned and sprinted, I felt a pop in the back of my left leg and it didn't work so well anymore. Plus, it instantly felt sore. I knew things had gone wrong. I hobbled off to Urgent Care.

The Urgent Care physician said it may be a partially torn Bicep Femoris and yesterday my Primary Care Physician says it looks like a torn hamstring. Either way, I'm gimping around on crutches and awaiting my appointment with an Orthopedist. I just hope it heals in time for Hawaii.

I will now have to focus like a laser on my diet and really stay strict without the increase in metabolism from exercise. Wish me luck, folks!
December 17, 2007
Totally off topic...but if you have a free second. Please click my link to build up my fictional city @ http://slappy.myminicity.com/.

Thanks! =)
December 12, 2007
I found this blog post to be very inspiring, so I thought I would share since it can be applied to challenging myself.
December 12, 2007
Looking Good dude......
December 11, 2007
Ok, I got my reminder that I'm not out of the woods with my blood pressure. It creeped back up into 150/90 range. I will cut back on the amount of weight training and increase my cardio.
October 29, 2007
Ok, I'm starting to iron out my diet and get my percentages down between Fat, Protein Carbs. I continue to try and 'get my sweat on' wherever and whenever I can. I'm really feeling like I am getting in the zone right now. Once those habits are set then I will start measuring progress with some fat calipers and measuring tape, along with the ol' scale.
October 18, 2007
Great Job at keeping that training graph bouncing. I am still trying to keep up with you keep up the good work.
October 12, 2007
Thanks for the kind words! Believe me, you can and will get there. From your workout totals, it looks like you are putting in the work. Stay consistent and be patient and before you know it, the -100 lb mark will be there. Your 1/2 way there...Good luck!
October 11, 2007
RIGHT ON, i!
October 11, 2007
WOOT! I'm 3 weeks into my new gym routine and I have got to say, I am LOVING it!! OMG! I feel great! Also, my cardiologist is going to take me off my BP meds (Atenolol, atm) and I'll monitor my bp to see if I can maintain a normal reading. I am jumping for joy inside! =)
October 11, 2007
Hi, I, (that sounds a lil skitzo! ; ),

Just wanted to pop by to give you a big BRAVO on your progress thus far. A half-way milestone is something to revel in to say the least--as exhibited by your new, low BP reading.

Have a great weekend both in and out of the gym.

: )

Minu
October 07, 2007
You are doing awesome! Just seeing your progress is motivational to me!!
October 05, 2007
WOW your training graph looks great dude. a real inspiration, Iam going to give a big push to drop 20-25 by Christmas. My graph needs to look like yours. Keep up the great work.
October 04, 2007
I'm back in the gym and loving it! I've been going on days when it's just me and the kids because they love the giant day care center, so it's a win-win for everyone. =)

I'm just trying to adjust my old football paradigm for weightlifting. I'm used to trying to build strength instead of losing fat. So, now I'm gearing towards just trying to keep my heart rate elevated so that I'm burning away. This means more reps, less rest...which in turn means less weight usually. That's the tough part because I like to load it up. heheh

After I lift for 30min to 1hr, then I go hit my cardio. It's either been a 15-20 min HIIT workout or a 60 min cardio grind. Either way, I have my head phones on hand to listen to a podcast or plug in and watch some TV. I think 4 more weeks of this and it will be a habit. Thanks to everyone for all the motivation!
September 22, 2007
Great work on the BP, Slaps! 117/70 is pretty spectacular. Diovan HCT 160/12.5 has helped me approach that and stay active. It was real scary for a while when that BP was up in the 170-190s.

Just keep fitting a trip to that gym into your schedule, so it becomes a part of your lifestyle. It can be an acquired taste, but one you grow to like.

I had a busy spell at work, then a neck injury kept me off the weight machines and the treadmill -- and I was really surprised, I actually missed the gym!

I now found the elliptical -- I'll confess I am not a big fan of that machine, but am liking it more now that I am better at it/fitter -- can give me a good workout in a shorter time, that in someways substitutes while I am under orders to avoid cycling and running while the neck heals.

September 20, 2007
Hey Bro hows it going...? I se you have passed me up. For some reason I put 4 lbs on this week not sure why. Maybe has to do with lack of water intake. Keep up the good work.
September 11, 2007
I did join the gym, but ended up rejoining my old gym. It's closer to home and I'm familiar with the layout. I've only gone once though in the last two weeks. I'm trying to figure out a schedule that works for me to get my butt in there.
August 31, 2007
Did you ever join that gym w/ your work buddy?
August 06, 2007
Ok, I have found my revitalized spirit...and I found it in the Dressing Room @ GAP Banana Republic!!! heheh I tried on some clothes this weekend and I was elated to see what I have achieved and can fit in, but am now prompted to action so that I can fit in other items. Namely, so I can buy pants @ BR (biggest size there is W38 and I am wearing W40's as I write this).

I appreciate all the motivation and will once again report my progress on here. Wish me luck!
June 12, 2007
how are you doing?? been a few days since you logged in just checking up on ya.
June 06, 2007
Way to go.

Doggone it. I thought I'd hate that gym, being an outside sports kind of guy. Like anything, some days are better than others, but in the end, it's great to see the tangible, and in this case, really "tangible" results.

Nice thing is, it complements what you are doing and is there when YOU want it.

These things can take a while but eventually you get the reward, like Stacy says.
June 03, 2007
Big thanks to Phil, Stacy and my Dad for words of encouragement and water bottles! I've been tracking and while I'm not as stringent as I was in the earlier part of the year, I am definitely still on pace. I'll be joining a gym with a friend from work within the next couple of weeks. i think this will make a tremendous difference!
June 02, 2007
Dude dont fall off the horse ride it out the rewward will be well worth it.
May 16, 2007
I'm still struggling to get back on the schedule I had prior to March. I haven't quite fallen completely off, but I recognize the difference. I'm considering joining a gym to help jump start my weight loss.
April 26, 2007
Ugh! I am falling off the path of the righteous...and taking up evil ways. Less sleep, more bad foods entering my daily diet, not walking on my breaks. I am in desperate need of some motivation. =(
April 05, 2007
It will be a great reward..Keep your eye on the prize. I increased my cardio by 75-100 calories a day and that addes up to 375 - 500 per week....1500-2500 a month. It addes up. Are you still doing WW.
March 22, 2007
Keep up the good work! :)
March 16, 2007
This week has been bittersweet. While learning that I have lost 40lbs, I also know that I still have another 100lbs to go...

At this rate, it will take longer than the 1 year timeframe I set for myself, so I may readjust based on my progress so far. I guess as long as I reach my goal and maintain it for the rest of my life, I will be happy. =)
March 12, 2007
Well, my BP is really down now! From 190/110 down to 117/70! Both my cardiologist and primary physician are pleased. =)

My main goal is to get off all the bp meds and start a life that is free from any pharmaceuticals. I'll keep working at my weight and fitness. So, I'll post here to keep all my motivators and fellow fitness enthusiasts updated. Take care! =)
February 22, 2007
Great job on your Progress! Keep it up. Believe me you will love the results! Persevere!
February 12, 2007
hey! i know i haven't been much of a conversationalist, but I've been having a crazy life. That should be all better now, so I am able to pay attention to other things now.... How's it going? It seems as if you are doing well with your weight loss! That's great!
January 25, 2007
Had another WW weigh in today and I am now down 28 lbs since Dec 07, 2006. I feel good and hope to make my 10% goal within 2 weeks. I will work hard to make it next week, but will be happy either way. =)
January 23, 2007
I made a new FitDay page to start keeping track of my nutrients, especially Sodium and Dietary Fiber to help with my High Blood Pressure. Also, I want to start watching my Carb, Protein and Fat intake.

Also, by accurately tracking my Calories, I can now update my Diet portion on Traineo with much more accuracy. Reading Chris Aceto's Book, Everything you Wanted to Know about Fat Loss has inspired me.

January 19, 2007
Well, my last weigh in did not go too well. I only lost .4 lbs...less than half a pound. This was very disappointing after having great first few weeks. I think this is a call to arms though and means I have to drive harder towards my goal and closely examine what I am doing during the week. So far (thanks to Traineo) I have noticed that my Daily Steps were much lower this week, which means I need to strive for more on my daily step count. Wish me luck!
January 03, 2007
WOOT! 16 el-bees, man. That's awesome. I've ready about the couch to 5k plan and it looks really interesting. I carry the static pages on my thumb drive. =)
December 18, 2006
Nice work! Keep going!
More About i

I'm a slappy geek (IT Systems Analyst at work, Gadget lover at play) and ready to do something to change my state of slappiness...time to de-slappify myself.

Unfortunately, my love for all things tech is, by it's nature, a very sedentary lifestyle which has lead me down the path of being slappy (overweight/obese, in case you were curious). After having three different doctors strongly urge me to lose weight and a blood pressure reading of 190/110...this new path became an absolute must.

I've joined the Weight Watcher ranks and found it to be a great gateway to my 'lifestyle change'. It has been a tremendous help to reducing my calories, while helping get in my daily intake of fruits, vegetables, calcium, water, omega-3's, etc...

As for fitness, I have been using my eliptical trainer at home because running outdoors was a little harsh on my knees. This has helped to ease my hand off the TiVo remote and onto the home exercise equipment. I now watch digitally recorded shows while huffing and puffing. =P

I look forward to meeting new and interesting people on here and finding new 'thinspirations' and motivators.

http://islappy.blogspot.com/
aka Genshin Kujiken of the Kujikage Ryu
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