I’m Josh. I’m overweight, and I woke up one day in the worst shape of my life, and nearing fifty years old. So I challenged myself. In two years can I be in the best shape of my life? Is setting such a tough goal a smart thing to do? Would you believe me if I said I understand the trap of setting deadlines to being healthy and I am moving forward anyway? Bring it on, fifty. Bring it on.

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  • Photo and Life Update!

    Photo and Life Update!

    It’s been a while, I know. No excuses. And nothing major to keep me away. I simply didn’t post. So here is an update and it’s mostly all great! The annoying news, I am now of the age where Gout is a thing. And it is not fun. For those who don’t know about gout,…

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  • Navigating Daily Protein Challenges at 48

    I am no expert in health, weightlifting, or diet. If I was, I probably would not be on this journey. I would have years of eating smart, and taking care of my body. Having said that, I am also not a novice. I am aware of the basic principals and foundation of what I need…

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  • Sharing My Two Month Progress Photos

    Two months ago I shared my “before” pictures. It terrified me and humbled me. So I am doing it again. Still terrified, but feeling better.

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  • Creating My Own Journey: A New Year Reflection

    The New Year has arrived and I have decided to forgo a New Year’s Resolution. Instead, I will continue my focus on the long game. Now, don’t get me wrong, I am going to work on bettering myself and adjusting my plan of attack. This year, though, I am not going to set a specific…

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  • One Month Progress Photos

    One Month Progress Photos

    A month ago, I faced my fears by sharing photos of my journey. Although there’s not much visible change, I’ve lost 37 pounds in over six months. I resumed gym workouts on October 4th and aim to maintain this progress consistently each month moving forward.

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  • Post Thanksgiving Push Workout and Sauna

    Wake up, workout, repeat. Even after a holiday. Today I got to the gym at 7am. I put my headphones on, turned on Pearl Jam and worked off the Thanksgiving Day gluttony. Recently, I switched up my workout from 5 days of isolated workouts to a Push, Pull system. I am working out Friday, Saturday,…

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  • Thanksgiving and Milestones!

    Thanksgiving and Milestones!

    When you’re starting a health journey to lose weight and grow stronger, Thanksgiving can be an interesting holiday. I am trying to make smart choices. Yet, I keep wondering, “will I have two servings of stuffing and mashed potatoes… or twelve?” Clearly you see my dilemma, right? Thanksgiving is taunting me, it is making it…

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  • More like, Generation neXt, amiright?

    Up Up, Down Down, Left Right, Left Right, Old Age Start

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  • The Dreaded BEFORE Pictures

    The Dreaded BEFORE Pictures

    The time I post current photos to hold myself accountable and to hopefully look back on and smile at my progress.

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