Sunday, September 20, 2009

Sorry Everyone

Hi Everyone,
So sorry for having such a gap between posts. I had computer problems, followed by bouts of sheer exhaustion. This week has been both the best and worst week of my life. The best in the sense that I have began a journey down the healthy road, and have already begun to accomplish goals that I thought would be impossible. The worst in the sense that I have never been so sore or tired in my life. This program is a complete assault on your body.

I'll try to give you a quick recap of some of the highlights of my days, and let you know how it has gone for me so far. Let me start by saying that both the staff and other attendees have been great to be around, and the program is ran great.

Tuesday - Arrival Day. I arrived at my new home at around 9:45 am and was met in the lobby by one of the assistants and helped to my new room. I have a roommate named Adam, he has been here 5 months and lost 135 lbs. After getting settled into my room I was picked up and brought the 1 mile to the gym. At that point I went through all the initial testing, which of course determined me to be in poor health, no surprise. My stats are that I weigh 304lbs, have 37% body fat, and 188lbs of lean muscle. After the orientation I met with the nutritionist for 30 minutes. We went over my meal plan which includes 4 meals a day plus a protein shake. It equals roughly 1700 calories a day. Since I will be burning 3500 calories a day, it is not such a big deal. After that I had 1 on 1 training for an hour. He took it kind of easy on me since it was my first day, ya right. He worked me out like I was training for a marathon. After that I went right into spin class with a trainer who might just be the fittest woman I have ever met. Lets just say my butt and everything else was killing me by the time that was done. Next I walked back to the apartment and the day was done.
The following days I have done things like completed a 3.5 mile hike up a mountain. At least the first half was all up hill. I also completed a 2.5 mile walk in the sand at the beach. Killer on the calfs. I've done a lot of cardio, and cardio boxing. Building up my stamina, and burning calories. Today was my first real day of rest, I only had about 30 minutes of cardio today, so my body got a chance to recover. I've been having foot blister problems so the day off was needed. My wife also came up to see me today, so it was a nice day. Tomorrow starts my first full week, and I'll do my best to update you nightly going forward. Once again sorry about disappearing for so long.
Thanks for reading this. Talk to you all soon.

21 comments:

  1. I have been anxiously waiting to hear about how things have been going for you on this journey so far. It sounds like you've had some killer workouts but I assume as the weight comes off and you start to get healthier that the workouts will be easier and more enjoyable. Or at least I hope so!!

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  2. Good to have you back...was wondering about you!! Good job on the workouts!!
    irene

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  3. I've been wondering how it was going! :) Sounds like they are kicking your butt...in a great way. I can't even imagine. There's no way I could handle what you're doing. Keep at it!!!

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  4. I couldn't do what you're doing! WOW, that's a lot of hard work! Good for you, I hope you're very proud of what you have accomplished!

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  5. I hope things go well for you! I lost 150 pounds so I know exactly how you feel. My highest weight was 305. It's not an easy journey, but absolutely doable!! Keep up your spirits and stay strong!

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  6. Sounds like your doing great! Glad to hear that you like it:)

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  7. Hey Chris! Good to have you back! I posted to Rebecca the other day saying that I hoped that we heard from you soon! Glad to hear that it's going well and as Jane Fonda said "you gotta feel the burn!". You've done the hardest part, mentally, you're there! It's not going to be easy, but you knew that already, but you also know that it's so going to be worth it!! Keep blogging, we're all watching and 100% behind you! Makes me feel like a total shit that I've put on this week, if you can walk up a mountain, then I'm as sure as hell that I can put on a workout DVD!!!
    Take care,
    Lots of love,
    Weeza xxxx

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  8. I can lose weight on 1700 calories a day. Takes longer. So, you should do great!

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  9. Glad to hear things are going ok for you. Been waiting to hear. Good thing if you missed the Pats game yesterday. I was actually there and boy, they stunk. Keep blogging and good luck!

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  10. Sounds like you are off to a great start! Can't wait to continue to read about your progress!

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  11. Go buddy go!! You are keepin my butt going to the gym too!! Keep with the updates, I love reading them! Tell me about your meals too! :-) Sara T.

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  12. Good to hear from you! I'm glad we talked on the phone the other night, it was so good to hear your voice. Must be a Mom thing: if we can hear you, then we know you are doing ok. I'm so excited you liked the halibut! The fact that you even tried it is HUGE to me! Fish is so good and healthy for you. I'm hoping this week will be a bit easier for you, but I know you can see this through even though it is hard. I'm SO proud of you!
    Hugs,
    Mom B

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  13. I was thinking of you today, so just had to come by and check on you. It's great to see victory - I've been doing some exercise and what not myself with a couple of the challenges that other bloggers have been doing, it's been great inspiration. Look forward to your next update.

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  14. Chris, I noticed the other day that you were following my blog so I'm just stopping by to read your blog and I am so impressed by your courage to handle things the way you are. You are an inspiration to us all. You haven't posted in a week so I'm wondering how you're doing. Please update us soon. We're all anxious to hear from you!

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  15. Haven't heard from you...everything ok? Looking forward to an update in the very near future!
    Mom B

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  16. Hey Chris, all ok? I hope it's going well, looking forward to hearing the next update!
    Weeza x

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  17. Hi Chris,

    Just found you through Phil's site (love him~ talk w/ him often)... really enjoy your blog, and wish you the best with your goals.

    When you have a minute, come by and tell me what you think.

    www.coachyourmind.blogspot.com

    Thanks,
    Dayne

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  18. Just checking in on ya... how's your new program going??? Hope all is good in your well in your world...

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  19. Hey Chris,

    It's been a while since your last update. I'd love to hear how things are going for you at this facility! I know you must be exhausted and crunched for time though!

    Hopefully you can take some time soon to let us all know how you're doing!

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  20. Sounds like a lot of fun to me...update us soon! Happy New Year...sure hope all is well!

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  21. Chris what's up bro. This is Henry Valencia. Glad to hear you are moving forward. Keep pushing bro. Life is full of great journeys that will change our life. Isaiah 41:10

    Henry

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