Kate Dailey of Newsweek wrote a piece about me a couple of weeks ago.
While those who follow me on Facebook and twitter know about the interview, most readers of the blog do not. Go read it to learn more about me and my journey.
I’m still busy with packing, so posting is (obviously) light. We start moving this weekend and should be completely moved by the 28th, so I’ll be back to posting incoherent and rambling blog posts within the next couple of weeks.
Meanwhile, check out my interview with Newsweek and stay on the elliptical!
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Can you please write a book one of these days? You have exceptional writing skills and an excellent story.
…it could also put your baby through college one day.
Congratulations! And best of luck juggling the move with your work-out schedule.
Really nice article Tyler. Great to see hard work rewarded by someone noticing what you’ve accomplished so far.
Agreed, this is the kind of thing that will help more people find your site–which means more people will be inspired by what you’re doing here. Keep it going!
Dan
Casual Kitchen
You’re a ROCKSTAR, Ty. And I second the book idea. Maybe one of your readers knows how to get your story in front of some publishers.
There’s also the Lifetime based-on-a-true-story movie. Please start a new post where we can make casting suggestions.
Tyler—loved it! Guess I’m off the hook then? Now, about the picture. I cannot believe that a professional journalist let you get away with using that “my puppy just got hit by a semi” picture.
Nevertheless, that’s so exciting. You deserve every bit of recognition you get. You’ve earned it.
Great article! And congrats on the loss this week. I say “a loss is a loss.” :)
Great article and way to go on the 10k! We’re doing our 5k in October and I find this to be much more motivating than just “dieting” has ever been in the past.
Tyler,
I’m pleased to see a national article on your amazing weight loss journey (and quest for a healthier way of life).
I sensed the writer was intimating that while your weight loss was amazing, that the odds are stacked against keeping it off–basically that gaining the weight back was inevitable. While the odds may indicate that many that lose weight gain it back, I like to think that you are a solid bet against those odds, primarily because you’ve adopted important changes and exercise is a key part of your new routine/lifestyle.
I echo the sentiments of others that writing a book about your experience is worthy of consideration. Having written two books, I know that you have a story that’s very compelling and would encourage others to embark on an important journey towards a healthier (and happier) lifestyle.
It is true that gaining weight back is a possibility. However, I think you’ve made some important discoveries along the way that will serve you well, including helping others if you choose the book route.
I know that in my own nine week journey in which I’ve lost 30 pounds, I’ve discovered key elements that I’ve incorporated–basically, lifestyle changes. I think these changes are key to continuing to lose, and/or maintain a healthier weight.
Keep on keepin’ on, bro!
I agree with Jim. I think one of the key aspects is that you’ve really taken the addiction to foods to task. Even though you admit that you occasionally eat poorly, I can see by looking at your calorie counts that even on the “bad” days you are very, very aware of what you’re consuming. Just by counting your calories, you’re at least making yourself realize that you’re either eating badly or eating well. I can also see in those calorie counting posts that you are very aware of what makes up the calories in the food as well. I think it’s pretty important to keep that up even if you are only doing it in your head (I also track my fat intake in my head because I think that is a major problem for me – so many foods have high caloric content from fat, even stuff that you’d think was low fat, so it’s hard imo to keep the fat low on 1 meal, let alone 3 meals).