December 22nd, 2010 → 11:58 pm @ daped // No Comments
Greetings friends and welcome to my Blog!
Many of you “first readers” are my dear family and friends that know me, or at least know part of me, very well. So, I truly appreciate those of you that have listened to me talk about this project for months before finally seeing it come to life. Who would have thought: Doug P. has a blog?!
For those of you viewing this in the future, you’re more than likely interested in weight loss. Perhaps you’re an adult or a teenager that’s currently fighting obesity. You could be unsatisfied with your weight and afraid of becoming obese. Or maybe, you are a parent of an obese kid or some type of a practitioner that’s interested in the obesity epidemic in America. In every case, it’s a pleasure to meet you and I’d like to take a moment and let you know who I am and what this blog is all about.
If you browse www.dougapedersen.com for even a few minutes you will see that I’m writing a memoir. The memoir is called “TUNA BREATH: The Inspiring True Story of a Guy Who Beat Childhood Obesity and Found Peace, Happiness, and Balance in Life” (at least that’s what it’s called for now). But please don’t get me wrong. This blog isn’t merely about my book. I mention it, though, because I lived as an obese kid in the 1980′s and early ‘90’s before losing 125lbs in eight months.
I never expected to share my story with anyone. In fact, I had spent the better part of fifteen years ignoring and even hiding it from people. Earlier this year (summer of 2010) I got inspired and decided to change my attitude. I can’t recall exactly what it was, but I remember feeling frustrated about the obesity epidemic in our country. I remember thinking to myself, “Why do all the medical experts, media, the fitness and supplement people, and the drug makers ‘talk about’ obese people instead of ‘talk to’ us?” I just felt like something was missing. The advice just wasn’t simple enough and the more I listened I realized that most of it often glossed over the very easy principles that I had to learn as a young guy almost twenty years ago. Equally important, I couldn’t help but see that “the modern solutions” quite frankly ignore the emotional side of obesity and successful weight loss strategies altogether.
So, I hatched my plan and decided to get involved as “That Guy.” Yes, I’m “That Guy.” I’m that guy who beat childhood obesity and lived to talk about it. I’m that guy who spent years of emotional “ups and downs” (actually there were many “downs” before I ever had any “ups”); who has done all the reading, trial and error, and practical application in order to live healthy and balanced. I’m that guy that wants to help you do the same.
I may or may not be a role model; we can let the future determine that. My war with child obesity (and life afterwards); however, was a very individual effort that included battles with fear, binge eating, and anorexic tendencies. My battles after that were with arrogance, ignorance, and alcohol abuse which all ultimately kept me from getting exactly what I wanted out of life – even when I thought I was “on my way.” The truth is that these battles were all linked and I was obsessed with the wrong things. I was unbalanced – physically at times and emotionally at others. Role model or not, I have a lot of information that is “battle tested” and that I’ve been told is inspiring. I’m eager to share it and let you be the judge!
What can you expect? Well, for starters you can expect for me to be serious at times, sarcastic at times, and even try to make you laugh at times – but you can always count on me being completely open and honest about my story, my opinion, and my advice. You can also expect to see valuable information needed to reach your weight loss and life goals, including:
1. Simple truths about nutrition, metabolism, exercise, and forming realistic habits
2. How To articles that outline easy to follow strategies
3. Commentary on the emotional issues involved in weight loss and balanced living
4. Surveys, polls, & data that I think can help us
5. Writing samples of my memoir where I’ll ask for your honest feedback
6. Anything else I get inspired by and think might do the same for you
What do you think?
What frustrates you and what do you want to see?
Thank you for taking the time to read my blog. I encourage you to “keep reading!” and to follow my future musings, rants, and passion for your success. Be sure to join my newsletter and make comments to my posts as we take this journey together.
Sincerely yours and until the next time!
Doug
Tags: general info, obesity epidemic
