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On June 28, 2001 at age 53, I had a heart attack. Totally mind blowing for a
relatively active, hard working, x-ray technician, computer
salesman, musician/ songwriter with a four year old daughter. While
recuperating I was able to assess my lifestyle. I got
involved with a cardiac rehab center at the hospital that I work at and they
started me on the path to better health. After rehab, I joined a gym and
continued on my healthful plan. I was
making progress but I wasn’t losing the pounds no matter how hard I
worked. I was eating a relatively healthy diet, cholesterol was
down to 158 but I was feeling very plump. My clothes did
not fit well and I reached the heaviest weight I had ever been in my life,
225lbs. That may not seem like much at 6’3” but for somebody who spent
most of his adult life at about 175lbs. that
was an uncomfortable feeling. One night I saw the Power 90
infomercial and was convinced by the testimonials that I could do
this. I checked with my cardiologist and he agreed as long as I watched my
heart rate and continued taking my medications. I was cleared to undertake
Power 90.
Power 90 took me by surprise. After working out for 1.5
years I was incredibly sore after I started. I followed the diet plan from the
program and cut my caloric intake to about 1500 calories a day in a basic
30/40/30 framework. At day 30 I was down to 211 lbs. At day 45 I weighed
203 pounds and at Day 60 at 194 pounds! See pix at Xrayman Day 90!!!
I feel great and have abounding energy!! And, I have a totally new wardrobe.
Never in my life have I been in such good of shape, not even when I did boot
camp for real in the Air Force!!

6/14/03
Well Day 90 has come and gone and the results speak for
themself. Weighing in at 184.5 lbs., my waist is 34.5", and I'm cut. I
still can't believe it's me in the pictures. I will be continuing on my P90
journey for at least three more weeks until my lovely wife finishes up. She
(a.k.a. "absmom") has lost at least 30 lbs and many inches overall. So much
so that I have had to do some double takes of her
because I don't recognize her sometimes. Well, I do, but it's this thinner,
sexier, younger looking version of my wife. That's the Power of P90!!
This program has changed my life and outlook on the future. My cardiologist,
my attending Doctor were astounded by the results. From 28% body fat to
19% in 90 days. My diet will never be the same nor will my body. Everything
has changed for the better and I will NEVER go back!!



2 YEAR UPDATE 3/16/05:

Well folks this is my 2 year anniversary with Beachbody.
I have completed P90X with the original X-plorers and am able to do things
athletically I would never have even attempted 3 years ago. My waist is now
32”, body fat 11% and I have maintained my 170lb. weight without a
problem.
“No more” 0mg Toprol, 5mg dose of Lipitor, 1 Baby Aspirin and Cholesterol
119.
My motivation will always be to better my health so I may be here to witness
my beautiful wife and now eight year old daughter grow. Also, I intend to
share my experiences and successes with as many people as I can by “Paying
It Forward” in any way I can. This is not a FAD Diet or a Magic Bullet. This is
“Empowerment for Life”. Beachbody has given us all the tools to better our
health and fitness. Power 90 and P90X are the master sets of tools, and will
be the basis for my workouts for the rest of my life. In the words of Tony
Horton: "You're born, Click, Click, and you die. What you do with your two
clicks is up to you." Though looking back I see I squandered my first click, I
am determined to make my second click one for the record books! Things
have now come full circle. After months of studying, training, and testing, I
have become a Certified Personal Trainer. Now I can use my newfound
Beachbody and good health to guide others to their own personal successes.
Thanks again, Tony Horton, for the tools and the inspiration. Your belief and
commitment shine through in all of your workouts and make the challenge
exhilarating and fun to do. Thanks also to Carl and Jon, not only for your
foresight and belief in these products, but for being in the trenches with us. I
don't think many corporate executives would ever attempt what you two have
already achieved. Finally, kudos and sincere thanks to all of you behind the
scenes at Beachbody for your ongoing help and support.
I will continue to Bring It, “BEACHBODY X-STYLE”, with great vigor, to my
small piece of the world. Peace, Power, and Health to you all...

Update 4/3/06
Three Years here and GOING STRONG!!

Update 12/08/06
Today I am 59 Years old. WOW I made it. I am in the best shape of my life
because of Beachbody products and of course some hard work.. J
I am presently doing a third round of P90X. People ask why and I say
“BECAUSE I CAN” My life has changed in so many ways for the better since I
discovered Beachbody Products. And understanding the Vision of Carl and Jon
to bring only the best things to their community with great products and
super support. How could you miss with those factors going for you..
Thanks again Tony Horton for helping me SAVE MY OWN LIFE.
And Thank you all in the community for your support and kind words over
the years. I truly appreciate it.

Update 12/23/06:
I have now embarked on another facet of the wonderful things here this
community has to offer. I have now become “A MILLION DOLLAR BODY
COACH” With all the same fine tools and the Vision of Carl Daikeler and Chris
Simonian, I will be able to pass all I have learned and will continue to learn on
to all of you here at Million Dollar Body and Beachbody.
Peace, Power and Health to You All
Tony B., "Xrayman"

“ THIS IS YOUR LIFE, No one can live live it but you."