I’m flattered by the media attention my weight loss has received.  I’m always ready and willing to spread the gospel of counting calories to try and motivate others.

Here’s a small sample of the coverage I’ve received:

National Media
CNN – He ate what he wanted, lost 125 pounds
The Globe – They lost a ton!  12 real-life diet stories
The Huffington Post – I Lost Weight:  After An Embarrassing…
Newsweek – Lose The Weight And Keep It Off: Mission Impossible?
Consumerist (Consumer Reports) – 344 Now 224 lb Reader Featured…

Local Media
WLTX (CBS) – Columbia Man Loses 143 Pounds, Still Eats What He Wants
WTSP (CBS) – Man loses 143 pounds, still eats what he wants (syndicated)
WLTX (CBS) – Midlands Man’s Weight Loss Inspires Others
WLTX (CBS) – Repeat visits to the morning show (live broadcast)
WNOK radio (Clear Channel) – Daily 60-second radio spot at 5:45 pm

I’ve also been contacted by several prominent folks wanting to congratulate me for my weight loss, including previous South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford, Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, and CEO/Founder of MyFitnessPal Mike Lee.