From a Dreamer to a Do'er!

TrueBlueBruin78
TrueBlueBruin78 Posts: 311 Member
in Success Stories
I have been motivated enough by my friends on MFP to put up my story and show how hard work and dedication pays of.

There is no magic pill (though you name it i have probably tried it(no steroids)) or new-aged workout program that will get to where you want to go without the time and dedication that you need to go through. It has taken me over 5 years to get to the level that I am at today.

After my football career, several knee injuries, and many sleepless nights due to the lower back pain later, i decided to take back my life. Started to do research on eating habits, what types of workouts work, and learning to reprogram myself for my life outside of football. One piece of advice that I was given and like to pass on is to due research, read, and read some more. Information is key.

This is me from January 2007 at a whopping 295 pounds. I look a hell of a lot older than i do at my current age.

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This is me as of today 3/30/2012

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With some patience, knowledge, and dedication I know that you too can do it.
Thank you for letting me share this with you all and taking time to read my story.
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  • liljgrafix
    liljgrafix Posts: 177
    Oommgg thats amazing
  • rlv2680
    rlv2680 Posts: 289 Member
    :blushing: that's hott!
  • peaceinside
    peaceinside Posts: 272
    Awesomeness!!!!
  • Vyshness8699
    Vyshness8699 Posts: 390 Member
    Wow! Awesome Job 5 yrs that's dedication
  • Michellerawrrr
    Michellerawrrr Posts: 310 Member
    You are so freaking inspiring and I'm glad you are on my FL :drinker: to you.
  • Gary1977
    Gary1977 Posts: 804 Member
    WOW!!! If I can only turn out half that awesome!! High five dude!!:drinker:
  • tameko2
    tameko2 Posts: 31,634 Member
    HOLY FREAKING CRAP. :love:

    you look awesome. I mean, I know you know that, but *I* didn't know ok? wow. You look good.
  • BeautyFromPain
    BeautyFromPain Posts: 4,952 Member
    wow you look amazing :)
  • Zarienz
    Zarienz Posts: 60
    awesome dude, dedication fo sure.
  • TanyaCurtis
    TanyaCurtis Posts: 630
    Very inspiring! Good job bro
  • jeskate
    jeskate Posts: 52 Member
    Prepare for an onslaught of friend requests ... haha!
  • itsyogi1
    itsyogi1 Posts: 26
    You go boy!
  • AimeeCarolyn
    AimeeCarolyn Posts: 34 Member
    Holy..... :) Amazing transformation!!! you look incredible!
  • AmberFaith90
    AmberFaith90 Posts: 904 Member
    WOW!! You look fantastic! Such dedication!
  • lmnosser
    lmnosser Posts: 43
    looking awesome!

    very inspiring :)
  • sunnydays33
    sunnydays33 Posts: 170 Member
    Love the dedication to become a do'er! Much respect, it's no easy task and these pictures are a testament to your success! Way to take control of your life!! Cheers to your health and the future!!
  • dessiepenn
    dessiepenn Posts: 167 Member
    HOTTTIEEE!!!! Nice job
  • ssdivot
    ssdivot Posts: 193
    ...drool :love: :blushing:
  • Libby81
    Libby81 Posts: 734 Member
    Great results. Just goes to show that dedication, knowledge and consistency are so important.
  • aodc909297
    aodc909297 Posts: 86 Member
    Dang! Now that's perfection! Thanks for sharing!
  • Reeny1_8
    Reeny1_8 Posts: 277
    It is great to see people that have taken back their lives. Great job!
  • AvonLucyR
    AvonLucyR Posts: 124 Member
    Terrific dedication and you have such great results to prove it! Congratulations!!
  • happyheart15
    happyheart15 Posts: 383 Member
    Wow man, you look great!
  • LReneeWalker
    LReneeWalker Posts: 213 Member
    Show a pic of the face so we can see how much younger you look!
  • cutie2b
    cutie2b Posts: 194 Member
    Hot Damn! You look smokin' hot and ripped up! Any diet or exercise tips?
  • bloodbank
    bloodbank Posts: 468 Member
    My jaw seriously just dropped. WHAAAAT! You look amazing! Awesome dedication, and very inspiring!
  • TrueBlueBruin78
    TrueBlueBruin78 Posts: 311 Member
    :bigsmile: Thanks guys i appreciate it you can always add me if you ever need some advice. :happy:
  • THINandFABULOUS
    THINandFABULOUS Posts: 170
    That's an incredible transformation and very inspiring. Thanks for sharing and keep it up Bruinbear!
  • dreambig81
    dreambig81 Posts: 32 Member
    wow that is incredible!
  • NKolhar
    NKolhar Posts: 96 Member
    Inspiring Transformation Brotha !! Nice way to be dedicated and show that you can definitely achieve what you can dream !!! thanks for the inspiration !

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