Preston’s Progress Week 4
So far, with a month into Preston’s 12 week fitness journey he is right on target for meeting his goals. He has lost over 10 pounds and is feeling the excitement and energy that everyone experiences as weight begins to melt away. Working with Terry, his Personal Trainer at Gold’s Gym in Douglasville, he feels a strong sense of accomplishment as he is pushed to his maximum effort for results. He is handling the exercise regimen yet conceded that making the right nutritional choices has been difficult, but getting easier as each day passes.
Preston said he realized that he was not in as good condition as he thought at the beginning when he remembered his fitness level back in 1996 (he ran the Peachtree Road Race). He is making progress with his strength and his cardiovascular fitness and is elated by the steady increase in his stamina. He was sick with a cold for a week and had some scheduling issues but he is now back on track and going strong.
Preston said he feels the pressure of everybody knowing and that is good for his motivation. Friends are noticing the difference and making comments. At the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet several people asked him what he was eating, and took pride by being in full control.
Like everyone else Preston struggles with balancing family responsibilities and time at Gold’s Gym. Preston said that he thanks God that he has the opportunity now to do this for he fears that had he waited a few more years he may not have been around to see his kids go to college. He is excited about the changes taking place with his mind and body. He loves the feeling of being able to make the right choices when they come. He is positive about the coming weeks and is very encouraged by the results.