Monthly Archives: February 2011

The King’s Speech… Holy Metaphor Batman!

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Art Dodd

Last night I took my Nana to see “The King’s Speech“.  What an interesting experience watching Prince Albert (soon to be King George VI) – his shame with his “affliction” was something that really resonated with me. Writing this blog … Continue reading →

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Credibility Score? 3 out of 10 – Why Max International?

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Art Dodd

I am in the “Wellness Industry”.  I represent a company, Max International, that has products proven to increase the body’s own master anti-oxidant “glutathione”.  That is the end of the business pitch here… I promise. I mention my business because it … Continue reading →

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Vancouver Wellness Show

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Art Dodd

Last weekend we had a booth at the 2011 Vancouver Wellness Show.  I knew that exercise and food would be a huge challenge as I would be away from the house virtually all weekend and when I was at home … Continue reading →

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2011-02-22: Progress Report

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Art Dodd

February 22nd, 2011 Weight: 351.8 pounds Weekly progress: Lost 3.8 pounds This was an interesting week.  We had a booth at the 2011 Vancouver Wellness Show and MAN it was exhausting!  I was on my feet all weekend and pretty much “boycotted” … Continue reading →

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Crappy Day 0, Art 1 – A Weight Loss Victory!

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Art Dodd

I woke up at 2:30 am and couldn’t really get back to sleep, finally rolling out of bed around 4:30.  Not a problem usually except that tonight I pick my Mom up at the airport at midnight.  No problem, I … Continue reading →

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Weight is a Struggle You Can See – But What’s Your Struggle?

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Art Dodd

Weight is something you carry with you, it enters a room with you, and there is no hiding it.  It is a pain some live with, that everyone around them can see, and for which many people will judge them … Continue reading →

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2011-02-14: Progress Report

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Art Dodd

February 14th, 2011 Weight: 355.6 pounds Weekly progress: Lost 2.2 pounds I have been really active at the gym making sure to do cardio daily and some weights too.  I am very happy with the progress.  Slow but sure will … Continue reading →

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One Bite at a Time

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Art Dodd

So yesterday I had an amazing time just walking the dog.  My buddy Demon and I went out for about an hour yesterday and wandered around the path at High Point Estates.  What was so amazing?  Well, just getting out … Continue reading →

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Activity Update – Health First

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Art Dodd

Well it’s been a few days now. To tell you the truth I’m enjoying this gym thing. I started with 30 mins of cardio (bike, cross-trainere and treadmill) and added 1 minute per day EVERY day (that’s big for me… … Continue reading →

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Today I’m Thinking About Dancing…

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Art Dodd

So why on earth do I want to put myself through all this effort to lose weight?  I mean status quo is easy, right? It’s easier just to stay where I am… it’s sort of a comfort zone.  I know all … Continue reading →

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