A weighty matter... off my gut!!!

So, if you look at the July 2009 post, I talked about my weight.  What occurred between then and now is a startling transformation.  Along came Christmas of 2009 and getting on the scale, I topped out at around 266-270 lbs.  NOT a good weight.

Since January of 2007 my son Morgan has been involved with Shoshin Ryu, and subsequently my whole family.  I promised Morgan when he got to age 13, it was time to transfer to the adult level of classes and that I would join him.  So, in January of 2010 I did.  That summer saw me change my eating habits, exercise habits and general health. 

Right now, I am keeping my weight at 212-214 lbs, I've trimmed approximately 7 inches off my waistline, and just last month I was awarded the rank of blue belt in Shoshin Ryu (I achieved yellow belt in July of 2010).  Needless to say, I look good and I feel great.  See the photo below...

Now this summer, I'll be working harder to keep in shape and improve on some areas.