Anton’s Tip of the Week:
Fast food is something that these days is hard to avoid. So if you have to have some, look for the healthier option.
Most restaurants have a healthy choice menu. It may not taste the same as the regular meal would but it is much better for the waist line.
Stay well, more next week.
To contact Anton email : fit_ant@hotmail.com
14 April 2010
Weigh in: 137 kg
Weight loss to date: 17 kg
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Set small goals - achieve them - then move on to the next!
Hello all,
Another week has flown by and I can’t believe how fast the year is passing.
I know that it may sound false, but you all don’t know just how much your words of support mean to me and how they help me strive to achieve my goals. The comments both on the blog and on the donation page of “Dragons Abreast” are truly uplifting.
Each week opens new experiences as I travel down the road of weight loss. I am now starting to experience everyday things that most people take for granted. Being able to bend over and pick up what you have dropped is no longer an issue – this is just one of the many everyday occurrences that you miss when you are overweight.
I never really classed myself as “overweight” – not in a body image sense – and I’m definitely not losing weight because I want to “look better”. I was always (and still am) very happy with the way I am. My decision to do something about my weight was solely based on health and wanting to feel better, to have more energy and to be able to deal with stress in a healthy way. I certainly do enjoy my job immensely and am even enjoying it more now that I have learnt of different ways to deal with the stress, no longer indulging in 4 glasses of wine, 6 cigarettes and a meal that could have fed a small town.
If you are reading this and you have a weight problem, I can hear you saying, “yeah yeah yeah, I have heard it all before.” Yes, I had heard it all before and I am not going to say that it’s easy, (it’s not and I am not going to candy coat this fact). I enjoy food, great wine, dinner parties and going to nice restaurants with family and friends. A Friday afternoon beer and cigarette with used to be one of my favourite relaxations. The point I am making is yes, it’s hard, however if I can do it you can do it and yes it does get easier. I set small goals and each goal I achieve, I then move on to the next goal.
I used the money saved from my pack a day nicotine addiction and my afternoon beers to spend on training session with Anton, and let me tell he has been one of the best investments I have ever made and it’s already paying off and will continue to pay off during the course of my journey. Again I had joined many gyms in the past (and I mean many) and they just didn’t work for me the way this does. Anton is there each step of the way, showing me the right ways to exercise so I’m not left standing at the gym, staring at a piece of equipment that to me looks like a lot like a torture device! Anton also helps me target the areas that are a problem. And even though I don’t really jump out of bed going “yeah I am going to training”, I do feel a sense of achievement after each session and I do feel good.
Who would have thought that exercise and eating healthy would allow you to lose weight? I always thought there was an easier way, well guess what, I tried all the easy ways and I know you know, they don’t work.
“Dragons Abreast” continue to receive money for each Kilo that I lose and again THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS!!!!
My sister is today receiving her results after her battle with breast cancer. She received a copy of an “A Dragon’s Tale” from Michelle, Founding Director of “Dragons Abreast Australia”. In her words:
I did indeed receive a copy of the book “A Dragon’s Tale” & a lovely letter from Michelle. I am really enjoying reading the testimonials written by women who have travelled the same road that our big sister has travelled & now myself. This is a great comfort and joy to read these stories.
I continually am in awe of the strength that my sisters display – they are true inspiration for me to continue on this journey and to raise money for a great cause.
Well down to this week’s weigh in and I am happy to report that I am now 137 KGs, a loss of 2 KGs this week.
For those who have asked, I do my official weigh in on each Saturday, I am hoping to achieve 135 KGs this Saturday which is the lightest that I have been in 10 years. Watch this space.
Please continue to send feedback and please send me any questions that you may have, I am happy to answers all feedback/questions.
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Here’s what Denise Lynn, National Fundraising Manager for Dragons Abreast has to say:
I have been “galavanting” around Europe for the past 5 weeks on what I would say was a very well deserved break. After giving me that initial cup of coffee from the new Nespresso machine (something that our office has been dreaming of for months), Michelle proceeded to tell me what has been happening while I had been ‘galavanting’ around Europe. Most of the news I expected, but what I did not expect was to be told that a ‘wonderful’ man had come into our ‘Dragons Abreast’ world that not only wants to make life changing choices for his own health, but he wants to donate money to us – can you believe how that feels – it is like “WOW” things like that just don’t happen !!
Steven, you are such an inspiration, and I wish you success each week of this life changing experience that you have embarked upon.
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You can learn more about DRAGONS ABREAST on their website:
http://www.dragonsabreast.com.au/
Steven, I wish you every success in your Endeavor to lose weight. I know you will achieve your goals even though I realize that the going will be tough at times. The charity you chose is very worthwhile,& I know that the money that you will raise will be put to good use.
Hi Steven
I think it is great what you are doing, (looking after yourself and raising money for a great cause at the same time ). I have read your blogs and your attitude comes across really positive so i will not wish you luck (as I think you don’t need it) I will be donating some money to your site, and as you continue on your journey to a healthier lifestyle, Many positive thoughts and best wishes go out to you.
Love
Ally Toft and Family
Go Stevie go!, because of you I am now limiting my chocolate intake saying do I really need that chocolate so you are becoming my inspiration so a great achievement already
Keep it up.
Have fun
Bettsy
Nice one mate !! The blog is now something I look forward to taking 5 minutes out to read.
keep it up.
Brett
Wow Steven, that’s FANTASTIC!!!
You’ve done so, so well!!
I can only imagine how hard it is to do all 3 (drinking, eating, smoking) at the same time so I’m really proud of you!
I still remember you cutting a whole lot of straws to cigarette-size and putting them into an empty cigarette container so every time we went to the pub downstairs and you lit a ciggie, I would suck on a straw. It worked a treat so if you ever feel like lighting up in the pub, give it a go!!
Keep up the great job!!
Love, Boubou xx
Hey Mr G,
Great blog and good on you.
I would love to catch up for a couple of spring waters and a chat about old times with you one of these days. Let me know if that suits.
Cheers for now, Will
Hi Steven,
Just wanted to say thanks for putting me on to Anton, we met up today and he will be taking on my case!!!!
I’ll be doing my food diary for a week and then probably start next week.
Congratulations on your 137kg weigh in keep up the good work!!! So now we should be able to start pushing each other and giving that little bit of extra encouragement.
Talk soon.
Me
Hi my Lovely,
I cannot believe how much weight you have lost – I can’t wait to see you !
Send me a photo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
P.S: How’s Aileen doing ?
Jo
Hi Steven
Small world! A fellow partner’s wife is the assistant co-ordinator for Dragons Abreast – Deb Hirst.
And great effort (and worthy cause) on your part.
All the best
Kathryn Dent
Hey mate,
Enjoyed the blog, uplifting stuff! Hope all’s good in Sydney,
Take care bud, good luck with the fundraising/weight loss!
Toby
Dear Steven
Congratulations that is amazing – i to have quit nicotine (6months now) and have lost 11kilos -trying to reverse my diabetes by weightloss and exercise
You can do it -keep up the great weight loss
Love
Raewyne
Hi Steve
This is just fantastic. I am so pleased that you are on such a positive and successful weight loss journey. And, the fact that you are supporting such a fabulous cause is a true reflection of who you are – it’s such a kind and thoughtful thing to do.
Well done this week – you are a true inspiration to others.
Take care and I will continue to look forward to reading your blogs.
Kerry x
Hi Steve,
Have just read your blog – WOW! – Made me cry. I’m SOOO happy for you and I’m sure it isn’t easy knowing how much we Garganos love ou food and other little luxuries. Remember – we love you no matter what, but I am truly pleased that you are enjoying life a lot more. Looking forward to seeing you .
Love you heaps,
Phil
Congratulations again this week!
What a great blog to read each week. I am so pleased for you.
Keep up the great work … I look forward to keep receiving such positive emails from you!
Take care of yourself.
Kerry
Well done Stevie G. I have always been very proud to call you my friend, now I could not be happier for you. Congratulation on following the ‘weight loss’ road you have embarked on. It is so great to read your blog and feel the enthusiasm emulating fom your writing. From one who has been down the ‘overweight path’ I do agee with small steps and the joy of achieving ones goals.
Love you,
Pat G.
Hey, proud of you. I remember the days when I would pick things up for you! Hey not anymore…. we want you around for a long time – so glad you are on your way to a healthy lifestyle. I don’t care how big or small you are…. luv ya for you!
Hi All,
Thank you for all your postings. Friday afternoon and as you all head off for Friday afternoon drinks ( have one for me
). Weigh in tomorrow, fingers crossed.
Have a great weekend,
Cheers.
Good on ya steve ,it is great reading your mail ,keep it up mate!!!