The start of a new program

Today was my first session at Med Team Weight Loss https://medteamweightloss.com/ in Rocky Hill, CT. It is a new start for being monitored (and held accountable) for losing weight. I need to thank a good friend for “sponsoring” my way into this program.

The “physical” was pretty thorough and detailed. Along with doing an extensive health history – where I had many “yes’s”, they performed an EKG, obtained a copy of my latest blood work (last week) and took my blood pressure. I was very impressed with the level of detail they go through to get to know their clients. We discussed the various medicines I am on and how they can affect weight loss – essentially slowing it down.

Afterwards, Tom went through and customized my plan. It is very similar to what I have already been doing, except for very low carb. They are even having me eat 7 meals (combination snacks / meals) throughout the day. This is a bit more than I have been doing, so I am sure that I will not go hungry. One of the items stressed was vegetables – 2 good portions a day and also the need for sodium (moderated) as I will be drinking a lot of water.

Once our meeting was done it was time to go out and pick out my food. They have all kinds of goodies to choose from: Meals, snacks, shakes, you name it. I chose a good variety of items along with a multi vitamin supplement. Since I had stuff left from my previous program, they were very accepting and not pushy at all.

I made my next appointment for next Thursday after work. Tom asked me to stay away from the scale – but I could not promise that.

Here are my beginning stats:
Weight: 237.5
BMI: 36.1
Fat: 34.9%
Water: 48% – they want this over 50%

Goal = 175

Another goal
I have been thinking, many times, of doing the Manchester Road Race. This is an annual Thanksgiving event. I have thought about it many times, just never done it. I may not be able to “race” but I would really like to participate.

There is a gentleman in my cardiac rehab that has been doing it for many years. He will not be running this year, so I may try and hook up with him and walk / jog through it. I will need to see what the docs say about it.

One way or another I will be in it, just will need to determine the speed I get it done. 🙂 Any other takers?

Part 2
A couple people asked me a few questions and gave me an idea and I would like your feedback.

1. Do I have a “prize” picked out for when I reach my goal? – uh, no. Hadn’t thought of it. Wondering what people think of a nice prize, besides a new wardrobe? Needs to be low cost as being out of work / disability has really cut into the reserves.
2. How about others joining in – maybe donating money for pounds lost? – I thought this was a great idea. I will be walking again for the American Cancer Society I believe in May. If people are willing to “sponsor” me, I will donate all funds to the American Cancer society. Together we raised over $1,000 last year. I am sure we can beat that this year.

Let me know what you think by commenting below!

Peace and Love,
-Dennis