Diet

I finally realized my mission in life…..Inspire and Change Lives!

Only a person who has been there and has faced the same challenges and struggles can truly understand the difficulty, physically and emotionally, of trying to lose weight. I have been there, FACED the challenges and OVERCAME the struggles, and I truly understand how difficult it is. It's never too late to get yourself in the best shape of your life!!

If I had the option to choose my dream job, it would have to be Chris Powell's on Extreme Makeover Weightloss Edition.

Helping others transform their lives and showing them that IT CAN BE DONE is my Ambition in life. This is something I am very passionate about.

"Making the Impossible, POSSIBLE!"


This must be the most asked question.
What did you do?

I would not call it a diet but rather a life-style change.
After being challenged by a friend of mine, WBFF fitness model Andrey Davidenko, and speaking with a few people on what I should eat, I chose a High Protein Diet with a Moderated Carb intake. I did not completely eliminate Carbs because they are a major source of our energy. I used the "little rule" If it was originally white in color, I removed these items from my diet. These foods consisted of rice, pastas, breads, crackers, and tortillas. When it came to eating Carbs, I would eat whole vegetables, whole fruits, and whole grain cereals. When eating out and ordering a salad, I completely ate it dry. Absolutely No Dressing! Dressing takes the HEALTHY out of the salad. I also stayed away from Ketchup and Mayonnaise. I completely removed sodas, juices and any other item that are not Water. I strictly drink Water!!

I allowed myself one cheat meal a week which usually fell on Friday Nights. When going out to dinner with friends, I would eat whatever I wanted, but sticking to water as my beverage.

When it came to Exercise, I stuck to straight Cardio. I began walking for 45 minutes a day and did so for at least 1 week. The following week I began jogging, working my way to where I completely jogged for the entire 45 minutes. I am currently running anywhere from 5 to 10 miles a day.

If you have Question you can email me at EdwinVelezSuccess@Gmail.com or just add me on Facebook and send me a message. To add me on FB just Click Here
I have also created a FB page just about my weight-loss and you can join that by Clicking Here
You can also follow me on Twitter @EdwinVSuccess

Here is a little write-up the Gym I attend did about me as I was chosen May 2012 Member Of The Month.


Sep 14, 2012

Grocery Shopping While Dieting


Grocery Shopping While Dieting

Include a variety of fruits and vegetables on your shopping list.
Food shopping can be dangerous when you're trying to lose weight. It is easy to buy impulsively. Arm yourself with these top ten survival skills.


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  1. Plan ahead. Prepare a weekly menu, including regular meals and snacks to minimize impulse buying.
  2. Make a list before you go shopping, and stick to it. Let your list be a compass that guides you on a safe course through the supermarket. And be sure to make up the list at home -- after you've eaten!
  3. Choose a nutrition-friendly grocery store. Look for a store with shelf-labeling, nutrition booklets, recipe cards, and a variety of healthy foods at reasonable prices.
  4. Keep your shopping trips to a minimum -- once a week, if possible. This saves time and limits temptation.
  5. Get into the label-reading habit. Check the serving size, calories, and fat per serving so you know what you're getting.
  6. Bypass the danger zones: aisles filled with your "problem" foods and tasting islands with free food samples.
  7. Shop when you're well-rested and well-fed. You're more likely to purchase high-calorie junk food when you're hungry.
  8. Do not overbuy or become coupon driven. Avoid the economy size of "problem" foods. If you have trouble controlling your portions, buy single-serve containers.
  9. Take your groceries home unopened. Don't nibble on food in the store or on the way home.
  10. Ask your local grocery-store manager to stock any items that you can't find. The wider variety of lower-calorie foods on your supermarket shelves is largely due to customer requests.

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39 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Mr. Velez i am sooo proud of you for loosing so much weight in just a little amount of time!!(: You are like family to me sence you and my mom are like bestfriends(: Cant wait to see you when you get back from New York!!!(:

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  2. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Mr. velez we are so proud or you for what you have done and we encourage you whit what ever you do and all of you students love you !!!!!!

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  3. Mystery personOctober 4, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    we are very proud of you Mr. Velez(: even though you don't know me i have heard you are a great person... great job on losing 140 pounds in 4 months!!!!!!!(: make it home safely..
    p.s. i am in 8th grade and i go to school at AMS and i know who you are but you may not know who i am..

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  4. truth tellerOctober 4, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    That is a remarkably amazing thing you did. I don't just think but know many people will be inspired by the thing you did lately to loose so much weight in so little time. If people in america followed your footsteps, america would become a better place.

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  5. SadeeOctober 4, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Go Mr. Velez your awesome. Were proud of you. You were awesome on the Good Morning America this morning. Your journey has influenced a lot of people.

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  6. BanesaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    I saw you on GoodMorning America Mr. Velez and I'm surprised how you lost weight fast , I barely can loose a pound. Well congrats on your success :)

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  7. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    good job Mr. Velez your a great teacher and person. Everybody watch you at school this morning. You did a good job on GMA. Your blog is great.

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  8. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    good job on loosing the weight Mr. Velez. I feel lucky for you and you got meet chris Powell. good job mr velez.

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  9. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    That is awesome that you lost so much in 4 months!!! I watched you on Good Morning America and I saw the before and after and I was like WOW! That is so cool that you lost so much in so little time.I also saw you meet Chris Powell. I am so glad you accomplished that.. CONGRADULATIONS!!!!

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  10. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    HEY Mr.Velez this is shawnee Taft(: i'm so proud of you! Your an inspiration to everyone that watched that show. I watched you! You look awesome you don't no how your success opened peoples eyes. Now people are going to fallow in your foot steps(:
    con grates keep up the hard wonderful work!!!!!(:

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  11. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    What a great job Mr. velez. I didnt have u but ive heard u r a great teacher. I saw u on good morning america!!!

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  12. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    good job mr. velez you did a good job by loosen all that wieght and being on good moring america is so cool. good luck

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  13. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Congratulations Mr.Velez for losing over 100 pounds in 4 months.
    You are the only person I would know that would be Good Morning America.That is the most impressive thing I have ever heard about

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  14. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    Great Job Mr. Velez!!!!! We are so proud of you!!! You are a great inspiration. You really did a great job and keep up the good work. We also seen you on Good Morning America!!!

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  15. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    Great job Mr. Velez

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  16. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    I'm inspired of your story because not many people decide to loose 100 pounds in four months. I know how you struggle to reach your goal. That you made it to your goal.

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  17. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    I saw you on GMA this morning!

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  18. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Good job on TV today Mr. Velez This is Rashon and im proud of you

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  19. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Good job Mr.Velez you were in New York. On the big screen just for weight lost that is amazing keep up the good work!!!!!!

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  20. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Hey I saw you on T.V. and congradulations on your weight lose.


    Secenerly,
    Blake Smedley

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  21. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    You should be proud of yourself for all that you've achived

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  22. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Saw you on T.V. you did great on everything!

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  23. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    i saw you on tv i'm proud off you (: it was SO awesome(:

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  24. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Mr.Velez, it's Eddie and Alyssa and good job and we love you. :)

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  25. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    I saw you on tv and your did great! we are waiting one you.

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  26. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    i saw you on the TV ! Its was awesome ! (:

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  27. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Hey Mr. Velez im chalee smith im a student at your school im in 8th grade i have never had you :( but i saw you last year and then this year i couldn't believe it you have lost alot of weight in a sort amount of time then i saw how you did it and you was put on good morning america because of your major success you was amazing and i cant believe you are in New York City and you also was aon t.v. and you got to meet Chris Powell.CONGRATS MR. VELEZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  28. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    hey Mr. Velez congradulation on the weight loss, and being on Good Morning America. The whole school watched you and thought you were great. Again good job.

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  29. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Hey Mr.Velez I saw you on T.V. and I was just letting you know that your story is amazing I can't believe that you lost that much weight in that little of time I can't wait until you come back to A.M.S.

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  30. kyleOctober 4, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Hey this is kyle you did good for being so nervous.

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  31. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Mr. Velez you are awesome !! your a great influence for anyone whos trying to lose weight or wants to lose weight !! your life is going to change for the better !!

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  32. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Congratulations!!!! I'm so proud of you!

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  33. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Hey its Morgan i loved your story that you told every body i think its grate

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  34. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Mr. Velez I saw you on Good Morning America today! You are a great example for people who want to lose weight. Have fun in New York!

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  35. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Hey Edwin its Victoria Lopez you did an AWESOME job today:) It shouldn't matter what other people say so just keep your head held high! and just know that everyone thought you were great today and everybody wants you to know that you were GREAT!!!!!!!!!

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  36. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Mr. Velez.
    this is Satara i thought you did a very good job today. and congradulations on being a star now

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  37. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    Hi Mr. Velez I am Angel and I saw you on t.v., and I hope you keep going and achieve more goals and I am very happy for you and God Bless You a lot.

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  38. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    Hey Mr. Velez!! I think you did amazing on GMA!! You did great :) GMA must be very honored to have you on their show, I hope you are having fun in New York!!

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  39. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    This is victor i saw u in good morning america and i just wanted to tell u congratulation you have inspired so many people in the world.

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