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Kevin Devin traineo Newbie Posts: 10 Kevin Devin This member has no personal statement yet!	# Posted: 10 Feb 2008 07:58 I decided that it was time to kick off my next goal -- to get fit again. I haven't been what I would consider fit since I exited the Army almost 18 years ago to the day. My goal is to lose 40 pounds, putting my goal weight at 185 -- what I weighed back in High School. I've never paid much attention to BMI -- if I were to reach my target weight based on BMI, I'd be nothing but skin and bones around 130 pounds! Anyway... I want, or rather NEED, to make this more of a lifestyle change versus a quick goal. My plan is to start out slow, establish a routine that I can maintain and build from that. Time to stop putting it off until "tomorrow." That day will never come -- I'd prefer to start referring to my start date as "yesterday" meaning I've begun. No more procrastination. Heh... now let's see if my actions speak as loud as my words.
Rachael M The Master Posts: 2316 Rachael M I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here. Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)	# Posted: 10 Feb 2008 08:13 We're here to help Kevin Devin Hehe. Is that a nickname or did your parents really give you a rhyming name? Anyways, traineo is a great place with extremely knowledgeable and friendly people. Stay active and it will really help with motivation. Good luck!!!
Rachael M The Master Posts: 2316 Rachael M I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here. Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)	# Posted: 10 Feb 2008 08:13 Oh, and yes BMI is dumb. Use body fat %.
Kevin Devin traineo Newbie Posts: 10 Kevin Devin This member has no personal statement yet!	# Posted: 10 Feb 2008 08:17 Thanks Rachael! No... not a nickname -- that's my true name. Easy to remember, that's for sure.
Cardio King Fitness Guru Posts: 1784 Cardio King Words to live by: "Now's the time to grab the steering wheel of your life. Delve deep within yourself and take responsibility for your health and behavior. Ask yourself hard questions and face the truth of what needs to be done. Weight loss is not always easy or fair but you are the only one that can lose weight for you. Take a turn for the better!" Goals: 1) Lose ~45 pounds 2) Work out at least 6 days a week 3) Eat healthier consistently I will reward myself at the following weights: 240, 235, 230, 225, 220, 215, 205, 200, 195, 190 I will reassess my goals after I have met the above goals.	# Posted: 10 Feb 2008 16:25 Welcome Kevin Devin. I think you can totally lose 40 pounds. I'm on a quest to lose the same amount! I'll support you in your journey for sure. BMI = foolishness. BUT, it is nice when it doesn't say you're obese... Bodyfat % is the way to go
Rachael M The Master Posts: 2316 Rachael M I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here. Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)	# Posted: 11 Feb 2008 00:13 That's an awesome name!! Good luck on the weight loss journey! Let us know how we can help!

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