Rad

59, Male

Relationship status: Married

Located in Portage, MI

Member since July 31, 2006

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    Occupation(s) Retired, former executive.

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    About Me

    I'm a reformed couch potato who now works for a Health Club.  I'm a certifed Spinning instructor.

    Besides my 3 children, I'm most proud of my health and fitness gains since retiring at the age of 51. The knowledge gains have been passed on to many people including my kids. I hope to inspire others to follow a path to health and fitness by personal example and sharing of knowledge.

    Over the last 7 years I’ve lost 60 pounds of bodyfat, reduced pant waist size from 40" to 31", and all but eliminated chronic sinus disease, resulting in a dramatic improvement in life quality. Today I can smell and taste like a normal person. I use a saline rinse periodically, but have not used meds since last January. The transformation cured my sinus problems, not meds or surgery. Practical expertised backed gained from personal success is what I have to offer. I'm selling nothing.

    Despite the occasional sinus setbacks I continue to feel better with only occasional use of meds.

     Results of my 10-2007 Wellness screen:

    BMI 23.5
    Waist/Hip Ratio: .86 (Under .95 best for men)
    Waist: 31"
    Weight: 178
    Height: 6' 2 3/4"
    Sitting heart rate: 56
    Blood Pressure: 100/58
    Triglycerides: <45 (so low the machine couldn't read)
    Total Cholesterol: 171
    HDL: 84
    LDL: no reading (too low again)
    TC/HDL ratio: 2.0 (below 4 is desirable for men)
    Glucose: 88

    At the worst my Glucose was 133 (diabetic by todays standards), Triglycerides over 200, Ratio 2.05, Waist 40", and BMI 30. 

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    Measure of Fitness...Heart Rate Recovery
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    Questions & Answers

    Who is the first person you would tell if you won $500?

    My partner

    What are you buying at the farmers market?

    Seasonal fruits & vegetables

    Are you saving for retirement?

    No, I should be fine

    Do you own a cell phone? If yes, how long have you owned one?

    4+ years

    Who in your life is going back to school?

    My children

    If you were a contestant on Jeopardy what would be your dream trivia category?

    Strange EONS.com questions...like Gas Prices, or garden...in the NORTH we have no gardens in November!

    Who are your heroes?

    Work Mentors, Dale Engel, Paul Peterson, Ronald Reagan (ended the cold war), Mike Ditka (have met him), Lance Armstrong (beat cancer), Elizabeth (most unselfish person I know), Varinka (a survivor) Phil Mickelson (upbeat in the face of pressure), Tiger Woods (unstoppable at his best). My Father when I was young....

    Are you looking for a new job?

    No, I'm good where I am

    What is your favorite family dinner?

    Thanksgiving

    What is your marital status?

    Married

    What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?

    Take part in an art history tour of Florence

    What would you buy if money wasn't an object?

    Help people in need

    What's your favorite game to play at home?

    Computer/electronic games

    Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

    Gerald Ford, 38th President

    Do you think it's a good idea to pay for a child's college education?

    Yes, it's part of a family's responsibility

    How many children do you have?

    2 - 3

    What do you typically do on a Saturday night?

    Stay at home and watch TV

    What is your educational background?

    Graduate School

    Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?

    be in the best OVERALL physical condition of my life.

    What is your favorite type of music?

    Rock/pop

    How is your garden doing this season?

    Garden, what's that?

    What is your dream vacation?

    Been there done that....Hawaii, Ireland, Brazil, Scotland, London & Paris, Italy.... Would like to go to Egypt if it wasn't so unsafe!

    What organizations do you belong to?

    Golf Club, Lifetime fitness

    Where were you born?

    Berwyn, IL USA

    How much are you paying for a gallon of gas this week?

    $3.00 - $3.25

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    • No actually I found the landscapes online! Arent they beautiful!

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    • There you are!!!
      You are online!!!
      YEAHHHH!!
      I was looking through all my paperwork in the office and came across a card for Monike!!!!
      THANK YOU SOO MUCH... I had no idea that you send her that!!! *HUGS HUGS HUGS*
      Preparing for my last Spinning class, and packing the office at the same time....
      I HATE MOVING

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    • Hey - I'm a mere 45! I might not be welcome in that group.

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    • Greetings from South Carolina!

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