Tonight's the Night!

OK - the snow and ice are off the roads and the party is still ON for tonight!

Check the post for all the details and come have some fun and food. I will be announcing the next phase of my weight-loss journey....and who will be joining me along the way.

I will also be modeling my new Hawaiian shirt from the Wave Shoppe.

I can't wait to see you.

Mike

Well......

...Here it is! OK, I know I haven't measured fractions of pounds but since it is the final weigh-in - I thought I would make an exception!

Starting Weight: 383
Current Weight: 301.5


Total Loss for 2008
81.5 pounds!!

I'm having trouble knowing what to write. Too many emotions are swirling around me. I must give first thanks to God. There were so many times when I just wanted to chuck this whole thing and He kept me strong and put wonderful people in my path to encourage me at just the right time. Thank you Father for taking care of your child.

Then there is Jimmy Page - Fitness Coach, Man of God, King of Pain. Love you man! Thanks for the push, the support and your example. Also, thanks for giving of your time and talents to those who are searching for a healthy life.

Lisa & Larry Steve - My SupperThyme USA family! I am not exaggerating when I say that without the 3-A-Day Fast Track meals this goal may have been close to impossible for me. Thanks for taking care of me and the others who are eating better because of your care and concern.

Tracey, Dave & the rest of my WRBS family - your support and prayers always helped to pump me up when I needed it!

Stacey & Matthew - You are my life! Thank you for living with and loving me through the tough times.

And finally...Thank YOU! You have been a constant source of prayers, support and a laugh at just the right time. I'm not sure that you can ever fully understand what it has meant to me to know that you have been standing with me this year. I am truly blessed.

So.......Now What?

Well, first off - We are going to party! Be watching next week for the announcement of a date for a party at STUSA (Thanks Lisa!) I want you to come a celebrate with me. I will be wearing a special Hawaiian shirt made for me by Wave Shoppe (Thanks Charles!). And I'll talk a bit more about my plans for 2009.

Speaking of 2009...Jimmy Page and I are talking about my next steps and I will be letting you know what the plan is within the next few weeks. To that end, I will be taking the month of January off from posting weekly weigh-ins. I will be posting during the month but I need a few weeks off from the weigh-in. I'm not coming off my eating or exercise - just think of it as a vacation!

During this time I will also be working on a new blog that will hopfully have a few more features and some fun things!

I'm sure I'll have more to say in the coming days and weeks...but for right now...

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

Friday Weigh-In 11/7/08

Let's hear it for November...

Current Weight: 314
Last Week's Weight: 316
Loss for the Week: 2

Starting Weight: 383 Total Loss: 69

Eating right, on the bike and the pounds come off! This week I did something that I have never done before - Fast. I wanted to do it along with prayer for our country. However, I had also not eaten the best over the weekend and figured that this would be a good way to kick-start my week. It wasn't as hard as I thought - you have to keep yourself busy so you don't have time to sit and think about the fact that you are not eating.

Jimmy Page and I met this week and he has suggested that I do a "Juice Fast" once a week. I'm going to try it starting this Monday. I tell you more about it this week.

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

PS - Don't forget to look at the post below for some great savings and a FREE food tasting at SupperThyme this week!

The Latest News & Some Great Deals From STUSA

You know I would not be where I am today with out Lisa and the crew at SupperThyme USA. So, I'm happy to pass along these great deals. Please support them if you can!

CELEBRATE NATIONAL MEN MAKE DINNER DAY NOVEMBER 6TH!

November 6th is "National Men Make Dinner Day" and we want to celebrate all month! Send the man in your life in to make just 3 meals, and we'll throw in package of our scones, or a Half Pan of our Cherry Stuffed French toast or Monkey bread! (not to be combined with any other offers) You may even get breakfast in bed too!

FAST TRACK NEWS & TASTING!

Tuesday November 11, we will be hosting a Taste Testing of our Fast Track & Extreme Fitness Meals. Not sure about our "diet food"? Stop in from 11-7 and give us a try, and you'll see what all the excitement is about!

Just like having a personal chef to fix your meals as you like them! Fast Tracks are individual servings, low calories, LOW SODIUM and no preservatives! Fast tracks can be purchased individually or as a package. Our lunches are perfect for the office! Let us fill your office freezer with healthy choices, so you don't need to go out on those cold windy days!

In addition to the tasting, we will have a Special Walk-in Day, where you can make a Fitness meal (6 servings) of your choosing for just $20! Make one or 12 meals and fill your freezer.

Don't Forget!

We now deliver to Harford County at The Arena Club. Order your Fast track, fitness or our Meals to Go. Just give us a call or place your order on our Delivery Calendar! Mark your calendar, we will be at the Arena Club on 12/7/08 for their Holiday Extravaganza from 1-5 p.m. Looking to get fit? Did you know the Arena Club has a 12 week Weight loss program?? Contact Kathy Harclerode for more information.

SupperThyme Open House & Tasting

MORE FREE FOOD!

Here is another chance for you to try the food that has been helping me during the last year. The SupperThyme in Cockeysville is holding an Open House and Fast Track tasting this Wednesday. Even if you are not interested in the Fast Track, you can find out how SupperThyme can save you money and time while helping to feed your family nutrious meals.

SupperThyme USA
9972 York Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
(410) 667-COOK (2665)
Wednesday, October 22
12:00pm - 8:00pm

OPEN HOUSE SPECIAL: Make one meal (6 servings) for just $20! (Only good during the open house hours)

OCTOBER SPECIAL: Need economic relief? ST is offering 10 of our 3 serving meals from our freezer for just $99! Items from our monthly menu, including our Extreme Fitness meals are there to choose from! (No on-line orders and not to be combined with any other promotions. No Frequent Freezer stamps given on package.)

Friday Weigh-In 10/10/08 Plus News!!

Back to zero...

Current Weight: 315
Last Week's Weight: 316
Loss for the Week: 1

Starting Weight: 383 Total Loss: 68

Ok, sorry I haven't posted in a week or so. I had the Big Daddy Weave concert last Friday and just was worn out and the rest of the week...life just got in the way. As you may be able to tell, I gained a pound last week and dropped it this week. I must tell you that Jimmy Page wrote to me and said most people gain 5-7 pounds during the holiday season. That means I need to lose 20 so I don't have to worry about gaining five. ARGH!!

BTW, if you haven't checked the comments lately there are some great snack suggestions if you are looking to spice up your snacks. Along those lines, let me suggest you stop by SupperThyme USA in Cockeysville and grab a free sample of Betty Crocker's Warm Delights Molten Chocolate Microwave Cake Mix.
This is a quick, simple and 150cal treat that is perfect if you just need that chocolate fix but can't stop at just one brownie.

SupperThyme is coming to Harford County!!

ST has partnered with the Arena Club (Next to Harford CC) to do a once-a-week delivery of 3-a-day Fast Track meals to Harford County. If you have been wanting to try the same great food that I have been eating but couldn't get to Cockeysville to pick them up...now there is no excuse! Call Lisa for all the details 410-667-2665. Also, the Arena Club has a great 12-week shape up program that I have heard wonderful things about.

That's it! I will try to be better about posting stuff on a timely basis. Thanks for your continued support and prayers!

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

Friday Weigh-In 9/19/08

Still moving in the right direction...

Current Weight: 315
Last Week's Weight: 317
Loss for the Week: 2

Starting Weight: 383 Total Loss: 68

I can only give Praise to God for the loss this week! I have a recurring issue with my foot that flared up over last weekend. It kept me sidelined for most of the week so I really wasn't expecting to post any loss...and yet....

Thanks for the great comments that had ideas for snacks and other de-lish food ideas. Keep 'em coming!

Wanted to give you a link to a recent article on Marty & Amy from The Biggest Loser. I hope it will show you that weight is a continuing issue...even for them. (Note: Marty & Amy are the creators of SupperThyme's 3-a-Day Fast Track meal program)

Read it: HERE

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

Fast Track Food Tasting

MORE FREE FOOD!!!!

Ok, seriously - I hope you can join me this Wednesday night for a tasting of meals on the Fast Track program. It is an open house from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at the SupperThymeUSA location in Cockeysville. No reservations needed - just show up! I would love to meet you and tell you about the way Fast Track is helping me get healthy. Bring some family or friends, enjoy some good food and find out how the Fast Track program works.

Fast Track Food Tasting
Wednesday, May 7 5:00pm - 7:00pm
SupperThymeUSA
9972 York Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
410-667-COOK (2665)

See you there!

Mike

Friday Weigh-In 4/11/08

Another Friday, another moment of truth...

Current Weight: 333
Last Week's Weight: 335
Loss for the Week: 2

Starting Weight: 383 Total Loss: 50!!!

Ok, so I know that every pound is important but there is something about hitting 50 that is way cool! PTL!

I'm sorry that I didn't post anything this week. I have some great stuff that I need to sit down and write but the week just got away from me. Keep watching, I will get something up this weekend.

BTW, I have had many people asking me about doing another "Tasting Experience" at SupperThymeUSA. Yes! We will be doing another event in May. Details coming soon.

Have a great weekend!

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

A Visual Record of Loss / Tasting Winner / Contact Me

Here is what my weight loss looks like! I'm holding two bags of rice that represent the weight I used to carry around my middle. It is heavy. BTW, did you notice the shirt I'm wearing??? Yep! I fit into the Hawaiian shirt again. You know even the jeans are looking a little baggy.

A BIG thank you at all of the people who came out to the SupperThymeUSA tasting party we had this past Tuesday. It was wonderful to meet everyone and introduce you to the amazing staff at ST. Congrats to the Winner of a week of Fast Track Meals: Cindy from Bel Air, MD.

I Want to Hear From You!

Almost everyday I recieve emails or comment on the blog with questions or leaving messages of support and I wnat to thank you for taking a moment to write. I would love to hear about how you are getting healthy, exercising, losing weight or just to say "Hi!" Please leave a comment on the blog or email me at: malley@wrbs.com. And I know everyone isn't comfortable with leaving a comment on a blog or sending an email so if you look at the top right of the blog page you will see a big blue button that allows you to send me a voice mail. Click on the button, put in the phone number where you are and it will call you and you will hear a short message from me asking you to leave a message! How Cool is that? It is all FREE! So, what are you waiting for....call me!

Live Well, Live healthy!

Mike

Sneeking A Peek & The Tasting

Ok - I couldn't help it...

I had to jump on the scale and see how I was doing half-way through the week. I've lost TWO POUNDS! Whew! I really needed to make sure I was on track. When you have a week where you haven't dropped any weight it does make you pay more attention to what you are eating and how you are exercising.

Well, today is the SupperThymeUSA tasting. Even if you haven't made a reservation I hope you will join us! We have made extra space of folks to just walk-in and enjoy. So....

Come and stop by at 11:30am, 12:30pm, 5:00pm or 6:00pm. I would love to meet you and you can try all the great food I have been enjoying on the Fast Track program. Also, you can register to win a free week of the Fast Track meals or a 10-pack of their Extreme Fitness meals. Need directions or more info: Click Here!

Live Well, Live Healthy!

Mike

Free Fast Track Meal Tasting

Now is your chance! Free Food!!

WRBS and SupperThymeUSA want you to join us for a "Tasting Experience" of the Fast Track and Extreme Fitness meals. This is your opportunity to enjoy the same food I have been eating for the last three weeks and discover that you CAN lose weight while eating delicious, nutritious food.

We will have two sessions and each session will have two tasting times. It is Free! However, seating is limited so you need to reserve your space and time. Contact us below.

You will also have the opportunity to register to win some great prizes including: A full-week of the Fast Track program meals or an Extreme Fitness meal package.

WRBS & SupperThymeUSA's "Tasting Experience"
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
11:30am - 1:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Cockeysville location: 9972 York Road (in the plaza with Curves and Kids Swim)

You can reserve you free tickets for one of the following times:
11:30am / 12:30pm / 5:00pm / 6:00pm

Email: ebranham@wrbs.com OR Call Erin: 410-247-4100 x520

I will be there for all the tastings and would love to meet you. Make your reservations now!

I want to send out a big "Thank You" to Lisa and the staff at ST for opening up their store to us for this wonderful event.

Talk to you soon,

Mike