Maelstrom Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 Good Morning, I used to take pride in my ability to move heavy objects, climb tall mountains and ride down them with little to no fear of pain. I am a naturally big guy, at 6'5 I was quite comfortable, confident and fit at around 235.. lean at around 222. Heck even 250 was a happier place for me. Fitness to me was always wrapped around doing fun things. While I have tried my hand at power lifting, I also played street ball, football, was an avid mountain biker (downhill, uphill, dirtjump.. 2 wheels.. I loved it. Enter my demons Alcohol Technology I still embrace technology happily but have eliminated my alcohol demon. However those two items put me on a downwards spiral I haven't been able to stop. 10 years later at 310 pounds I wake up in pain, every time I try to move my body rebels with agony (nerve damage, spine and neck issues etc) all caused by my mistreatment of the body with alcohol, food and computer geek posture. 5 years ago, after become sober, I became involved with a family with kids. Since that time I keep wishing I was still in shape to keep up, teach and coach them all the enjoyment of movement. To be that example. 2 years ago my son was born pushing my again to keep trying. That brings me here. I have no confidence in "dieting". I have less confidence in traditional trainers since, in my experience, they understand "getting fit" they dont understand the physical therapy aspect of an injured overweight body. I travel frequently, have a long commute and have 4 children. I have a jam packed life and am trying to jam in some healthy habits. I would say I am back on the wagon, but honestly, that wagon left 10 years ago. I want to build my own wagon and own it. I have been lucky in my health so far, at my heavy weight I still don't have signs of heart disease or diabetes. Both of which run rampant in my family. Thanks Maelstrom Quote Link to comment
scottiek Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 HI Maelstrom! Yes, I know those demons well. Congratulations on becoming sober. That is quite an accomplishment. I hope you get everything you want out of this and more. Welcome to the Rebellion and qapla'! Quote "I don't want to be a warrior!" - Alexander Rozhenko. Then Alexander Rozhenko became a warrior. K'ranog, my character profile - "Even dreams can arise from the dead." - Qapla'! Link to comment
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