DBF!

What's the story with DBF? DBF is an acronym which stands for Don't Be Fat. One day I caught myself binging on some very unhealthy high in fat foods. I got frustrated with myself. I didn't even realize what I was doing. It was a comfort thing. So I thought I needed to do something to remind myself not to eat to just eat. I found a permanent marker nearby and decided to write a little message on the side of my index finger so that if I reached for food, boom, there would be the reminder. There isn't a lot of real estate on the side of a finger so the message would have to be direct and to the point as well as discreet. So I came up with DBF, Don't Be Fat! Of course, as people would notice DBF stained on my finger they would ask about it and most of the time I would make something up. You can use your imagination as to what else DBF might stand for. Eventually friends and family started using it as a salutation. "See ya later Dave, DBF!" Or if I was caught splurging, "Dave DBF man!" I have since adopted it as my signature for emails, texts and blog posts. I should trademark it. Make bumper stickers and rubber bracelets. Anyway that's the story. DBF- Dave

Dave's Top Ten

I have to apologize for not updating the blog, however I ensure you that weight loss activities have been taking place. Since the first post a few weeks ago I am happy to report that I have diminished by 15 pounds. I've shrunk from 404 down to 389 as of today. I've exercised moderately at least once per week and have limited my portions. I used to eat my cereal out of a mixing bowl, but I am now using a normal sized bowl. Anyway, look for posts to come more frequently, I have lots of good stuff to share with you. I've had some tests done and will share those results. Also, team Save Dave wrapped up the b-ball season by losing in the championship game this week, so I'll tell you all about that. Every now and then I'll feature Dave's Top Ten list and that should be entertaining for y'all. DBF-
Dave

Top Ten comments that motivate/inspire/advise/etc.

10. Family history of heart disease. -Gail

9. You've done it before so you can do it again. -Haley

8. Be patient. If you do it right it will take time. -Anna

7. We can eat better together bro! -Mike

6. No Excuses! Make every calorie count. -Cori

5. Eat dinner before 6 pm every night. -Anna

4. Find something other than Neil Diamond to exercise to. -Kim

3. Knowing that everyone is watching keeps you motivated and honest. -Anna

2. We believe in you Dave! -Several Of You

1. It's simple Dave... don't be a lazy a**! -Reid

Life Or Death

Whelp, I have recently surpassed the 400 pound mark so now is probably a good time to start the "Save Dave" initiative. The purpose is to motivate, provide incentive, persuade, agitate, irritate or use what ever means possible to force a long lasting change in lifestyle. Leading to a more confident, healthier, lighter Dave; a Dave that will be able to experience a long fulfilling life with his wife, children, family and friends. I hear its best when creating a goal to share it with people often thus creating more responsibility to follow through with the goal, so here it is. The goal is to lose weight. More specifically I have decided to grow out my beard until I weigh less than 300 pounds. I don't usually wear a beard and I don't particularly enjoy having a beard and so this serves as motivation slash torture to lose weight. It also will serve as a cloak, if you will, for the big reveal. After losing 100 pounds and then shaving off a big beard it will seem like even more of a transformation. I haven't yet planned on how I'll actually lose weight. Probably a combination of eating right, exercise and maybe I'll even dabble in the "secrets to weight loss" category. If you have any suggestions or would like to simply give a shout out in support of the cause, I'd love to hear from you. So leave a comment. I guess that’s a good start. DBF!