Zap 120 with Dave O.

February is here...

2008-02-01T08:24:00.000-05:00

Have you been dedicated to your goal during January? Today is February 1st and you should have lost (if you started on 1/1) about 4-10 lbs., depending on your dedication and intensity. Great job.

If not, start today! A new month, a new you.

Do it and don't be another statistic.

January 2008...just another date

2008-01-02T11:38:00.001-05:00

Enjoy your New Year celebration and continue with just understanding that you can't do "all or nothing" during your resolution.

Send email to zap120dave at yahoo and we'll get your comments on the upcoming episodes.

I've started to introduce pizza and other foods but in moderation... to my diet. The whole idea is for me to slowly get those foods out of my life and do it in a way where I barely notice.

Wishing you the best on your journey.

Dave

Thanksgiving 2007

2007-11-21T21:04:00.000-05:00

I am truly thankful for being 220 this year during Thanksgiving. I cannot believe that it's been a year. I'm chugging along and doing well.

Where was I since April..? The film, moving, going back to school...all of the above. Things are still hectic as ever but I'm back and will try to update this when I can.

My email is zap120Dave at yahoo dot com. Feel free to drop me a note. How's your journey going?

Dave O is back in town and stronger and leaner...just in time for Thanksgiving...

Best Regards, Dave

Hmmm? Want some free music?

2007-04-16T21:20:00.000-04:00

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Chiropractor and me...

2007-04-11T19:41:00.000-04:00

I've started going to a chiropractor and had an MRI done tonight. We'll see the results on Friday. I've never been through any type of trauma like this before. Man, so many appointments and doctors to see. Good news, is that this is hopefully temporary. I've been advised not to exercise or do anything dumb as I may be being "watched". Yeah, there's a lawsuit going on.

I am also seeing a rheumatologist regarding a spinal condition that the chiropractor saw on the xrays. Ankylosing Spondylitis...?? Yeah, sounds like a scary fish. As you get old, you get all sorts of things going on. Blood tests and another visit to the Rheumatologist are in order in two weeks. Wow, sometimes things happen for a reason. I would have never known that my spine was deteriorating without this accident. Did you know that we ALL have degenerative disease after 30? I didn't. A wake up call I believe.

I have only been doing very light walking but feeling good enough to keep up the diet and exercise. Now more than ever, I need to be careful about calorie overload. Metabolism is slow and don't want to ruin all the wonderful progress.

Thank you all for the wonderful and thoughtful emails and ecards. I appreciate it so much. You are all so thoughtful and nice in this wonderful world. I will overcome this hurdle and rise up again stronger than ever.

We'll talk soon...

Dave

Thanks and Hi...

2007-04-05T15:59:00.000-04:00

I want to first thank all of you for sending me those wonderful nudges of hellos and well wishes. It means a lot. Lately, I've been concentrating on music, the film, our home and in the middle of that I was involved in a car accident. Everybody is OK, except me.

I was rear ended at a major intersection while I was stopped and am in treatment for a painful back and am seeing a Rheumatologist on Monday because the chiropractor has seen some fusing of my discs in my spine in the xrays which he's concerned about. These may have been agravated by the accident - funny, never had any real pain. Needless to say, I was rocking and rolling along and was an awesome 267 lbs. before the accident. I'm taking it easy and will have an update ASAP. Nothing seems life threatening, just a little painful and concerned with the disc fusing. More details to come.

Best and Peace, Dave

Home equipment

2007-03-04T20:18:00.000-05:00

When time is tight or you just want to keep revving up the metabolism, check out these items. Push up bars, fitness wheel and handgrips are a great way to get some exercise in when you're travelling or not able to make it to the gym.

Also, casein protein in cottage cheese may be good, but only in moderation while taking before bedtime. At least while I'm trying to change my numbers, I'm not going to be eating this before bed any longer. Doh!

Way to go Klaus!

2007-03-02T12:59:00.000-05:00

Not bad for a guy that's going to be 60 next May! He still has his voice AFTER the surgery!

Nice twist on this song...I have this on my ipod and it always starts my workout.

Example

2007-03-02T12:36:00.000-05:00

Larry eats an incredible amount of food and has no willpower. He is fooling himself and nobody around him. If you have about 10 minutes, I suggest watching this a few times and let the music (NLP again!) and tone of the film move you and motivate you.

Do you feel compassionate? Do you feel like calling him and asking him to exercise and be healthy? Do you WANT to help him? That's our humanity working. Now take that motivation that you feel toward HIM and use that to power your own personal goals so your family can enjoy your company.

Can fat be addicting? Can we play with our minds and convince ourselves that we're doing the best that we can possibly do?

Larry is our motivation. I wish him well and don't know his current state.

Peace, Dave

How are you?

2007-03-02T11:29:00.001-05:00

I am working through a little plateau at 28?. It fluctuates from 278 to 285 weekly and I've really studied my plan and realize that I must change what I am doing. It's been 6 months and I really need to get quiet this weekend and analyze what's going on.

I would like to present to you, Wayne Dyer. He lives up in Boca and I had the wonderful pleasure of going to a local book store and running into him while he was dropping some books off that he autographed. What a wonderul man. He has such realistic and true advice. I've read all of his books and have agreed with most of his wisdom. Here is something that what broadcasted on PBS regarding his 2nd to last book.

Daylight savings time

2007-02-20T10:10:00.000-05:00

Remember, all of you waiting for daylight to begin your workouts this Spring. March 11, 2007 is the new date for DST in 2007. There, now you have more reason to look forward to a new month!

Peace, Dave

Video from Dr. Monte

2007-02-19T16:13:00.000-05:00

Hi everybody...

Here is a video that Dr. Monte put up on YouTube.com.

Here it is, in a nutshell

2007-02-14T17:42:00.000-05:00

Weight train now, so you'll have all that lean strong muscle under your skin when you finally lose all the fat. You'll be that much ahead of the game. This is what I've been doing since October and I really notice a difference. Well, off to the gym to get back into it!

Peace, Dave

The boy is back in town...

2007-02-14T11:41:00.000-05:00

I am feeling about 90% there. Here is a response to Kevin, one of our listeners...

Kevin: Thanks for the concern. Feeling about 95% there. I am still
a little tired, but I am attributing it to NOT working out and eating
a few more calories while resting and being complacent. I'm upping
the wheat bread and veggies to get my carb high to see if it a
deficiency in that dept.

Going to get on the elliptical machine today for a very easy 20
minute session.

I never went to the MD as I got better every hour.

Thanks again for being concerned.

Dave

Thanks for all of your support and concern. I'll be back today and 100% tomorrow; I'm certain of that.

Cleaning the car and getting some groceries...

Dave

Jesse Cook

2007-02-09T16:37:00.001-05:00

I'm going to see Jesse tonight in Ft. Lauderdale. I listen to his music when it's time to get into my mind and get motivated. Thanks Jesse for the music.

2007-02-09T11:32:00.000-05:00

There I am this morning doing cardio! I feel incredible.

The part II to the "Year in Review" series is up and ready for your listening.

Let me know how you like it!

Peace,
Dave

1 pound is sticking!

2007-01-24T18:52:00.000-05:00

I can't seem to shake this last pound. I have until the 31st to reach my January goal so I'm not going to beat myself up yet. I took a day off today and increased the calories slightly. I think that my metabolism is stalling as I was incorporating TOO much of a deficit and backfiring nature's furnace.

Peace,
Dave

Where is Dave?

2007-01-23T04:49:00.000-05:00

Rest assured that I am here and unchanged. Did you think I stopped working out? Not me!

I've been taking care of some business and preparing for my son's 10th BDay party that we're having at the house on Saturday.

I HAVE been exercising, eating great and anxious to share my results with you as soon as I get some well needed R&R.

I feel great and am very excited about the mental & behavioral changes that are taking place in my life.

Thank you all once again...

Dave

2007-01-18T05:49:00.000-05:00

Hershey's with almonds

Serving Size 1 bar (43 g)
Amount Per Serving %DV *
Total Calories 250
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Calories from Fat 120
Total Fat 14 g 20%
Saturated Fat 9 g 45%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 10 mg 3%
Sodium 40 mg 2%
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Total Carbohydrate 26 g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1 g 4%
Sugars 22 g
Protein 3 g

Have you listened to yesterday's phone update?

Breast Cancer closed from 2006

2007-01-17T09:40:00.000-05:00

Should we do another Breast Cancer Research "Drive" for 2007? I think so... Who wants to own this one?

The votes are in! You guys really enjoy the candid, spur of the moment type phone updates, so that's what I'll be concentrating on. I'll try to add some spice of course so they're not just about me exercising all the time. That is boring.

I'm really getting into the mind/body connection and appreciate everybody's emails and ideas. It helps me understand myself as well as where I'm going. I still have to get over the concept of saying goodbye to something forever...like an addiction. This is the largest hurdle and obviously the most emotional since "forever" is a very long time.

I gotta go workout!

Peace,
Dave

Don't Look Back

2007-01-11T09:36:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Tom Scholz and friends for a wonderful and inspiring song. Here are the lyrics that will change your life forever. I just started to workout to motivational sounding titles that fit the style (70's/80's rock) that I enjoy most and have the best memories (again NLP).

Don't Look Back Lyrics

Don't look back
A new day is breakin'
It's been too long since I felt this way
I don't mind where I get taken
The road is callin'
Today is the day

I can see
It took so long to realize
I'm much too strong
Not to comprimise
Now I see what I am is holding me down
I'll turn it around

I finally see the dawn arrivin'
I see beyond the road I'm drivin'
Far away and left behind

It's a new horizon and I'm awakin' now
Oh I see myself in a brand new way
The sun is shinin'
the clouds are breakin'
'Canse I can't lose now, there's no game to play

I can tell
There's no more time left to criticize
I've seen what I could not recognize
Everthing in my life was leading me on
but I can be strong

I finally see the dawn arrivin'
I see beyond the road I'm drivin'
Far away and left behind

(Scholz)

2007-01-11T09:12:00.000-05:00

"You never know what you
can do till you try."

English Proverb

what will you try this year?

If it's been a while since you stepped outside of your comfort zone and tried something new, consider setting a deliberate goal to do it at least once before the end of the month.
Make it a goal to risk failing from time to time, and you'll likely discover new successes.

Remember... you have to cross the line every once in a while to know where it is.

(From BGuides)

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In response to Jonathan's My Chingo comment (which you should listen to BTW), this blog posting is more uplifting and rings true to me sinc the other night I was seemingly bummed out. My glass should be half full because I DID workout on Turkey night and perhaps I was overtraining which is totally possible since my muscles ache all the time and have been for the past 3 weeks.

More listening to my body: I took a day off yesterday, went to sleep about 11:40pm and didn't wake up until 8::40 today FULLY recharged with all muscles healed and pain free. I'm also ready to conquer the episode that is long overdue. Let me get started on that and look for it sometime tonight.

Thank you all for your support and listenership.

Peace

Bad Pudding...

2007-01-10T04:58:00.000-05:00

I attempted a protein bar recipe last night and I don't even want to go there!

I didn't have oats so I used premade steel cut oatmeal, sugar free pudding, protein, peanut butter and some skim milk. Well I think you really need to use oats because my "bar" was more like a pudding. Albeit, it tastes OK, not what I wanted. I'll keep you updated.

No Turkey before workouts. Thanks to Denise, I got my chemicals all straightened out...it's tryptophan.

After a great nights sleep, time to get up and wash, rinse, repeat once again.

Peace, Dave

Breast Cancer challenge results

2007-01-08T10:28:00.000-05:00

I'm waiting for your breast cancer challenge results so I can make our zap120.com contribution. Please see the 11/14 post. In case you missed it... I am closing out contributions on January 15th, 2007. Let me know how much weight you lost from 11/14 until 12/31 and I'll donate on your behalf.

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Remember, EVERY pound that is reported to me as being a validated pound as of yesterday 11/13/2006 will have a nickel donated to this organization from me. I'm just asking that you try to lose as much as possible and email the results at the end of December. Of course, I'd like the donation to be as much as possible, so this is where I'm counting on YOU and your discipline during the "holiday" time.

Buffet or Bust?!

2007-01-07T18:14:00.000-05:00

Last night, my wife and I ventured out to the New Gulfstream casino in Hallandale Beach. A new place that had of all things, a buffet for dinner. Now, years ago, I used to go crazy with buffets. A lot of us do. We somehow want to eat everything in sight sine it is "all you can eat". We somehow think that we're getting a great deal if we can eat 3 or 4 meals for only $16.99. What a deal!!

Last night proved to be very successful. I was a little skeptical about this whole thing and really didn't want to go in. BUT, she insisted and I didn't put up a fight.

There they were...aisles of meat, prime ribe, chicken, salads with fatty dressings, and of course miles of desserts. I started to sweat, my heart raced and I got nervous. "Oh My Gosh"...I thought.

Everything looks so good. There were elderly people eating plates of creampuffs and pies, overweight people eating plates of mile high meat and potatoes. There were obese people eating everything they could get their hands on. I felt sympathetic toward them. Did they know what they were doing? Trans fats, saturated fats, sugars, and horrible preservatives.

I proceeded to pick up a plate....I carefully and methodically chose my salad without dressing, selected a grilled salmon and chicken dish (separate plates of course) and some sauteed veggies. It was tempting to go to the burger bar and fried chicken aisle, but I literally said OUTLOUD..."Control yourself and be good" a few times. It was so loud that people who saw me talking to myself just figured I was a drunken gambler; no harm.

What did I have for dessert? I actually got up to look at them, but was really turned off by their appearance and how processed they looked. Amazing, a year ago, I would have eaten 5000 calories at the same buffet. I was a good boy and am proud.

Peace

Holidays

2007-01-03T12:04:00.000-05:00

I've gotten a few emails about the holidays and how I did.

To tell you the truth, they came and went so quickly that I didn't really have a chance to think about the junk food. I took the family to Disney World for a week during New Years and managed to get gallons of water for our room and a blender for shakes in the morning. The day went by with almonds, bars and fruits in a backpack. I did however have a few of those enormous turkey legs in Epcot. Yummmy.

As for desserts. I think that my taste buds and lifestyle is finally changing. I do have cravings but can manage them with PB and Sugar free jelly sandwiches or non fat frozen yogurt. Once in a while, I'll sneak a cookie or two, but find that if I really savor the flavor, then the craving will go away. That's for now. I hope that stays with me because I really don't want to fall into the slump again.

I have managed to maintain during the holidays and am off to a real hot January with a new exercise routine. I'm doing resistance first then cardio for two 15-20 min. sessions afterwards. My forearms are getting very hard (I remember in HS that this was the case also; seems that they are the strongest part of my upper body in terms of quick and solid development) and you know about the vein. Things are indeed changing and especially on the inside. I'm so psyched!

I also have a protein with oatmeal shake before my workouts for energy. Not a lot, but some extra calories to really give me a boost in the am hours. I'm finding that it keeps me more alert and focused during exercise.

How did you do? I'd love to hear.

Dave O.

Very Early morning...

2007-01-03T04:47:00.000-05:00

Good morning...

I haven't changed a thing on the RSS feed or anything in iTUnes. I do know that iTunes has been going through some bursts of downloads (Xmas ipods, downloads, etc.). I apologize, but I was able to re subscribe and continue to download all phone calls.

I am very proud of my 1/2/07 phone update regarding goalsetting and self honesty. This is the core of your success system. Be brutally honest with why you're not succeeding and you will be able to identify things in your personality that will allow you to control yourself rather than letting food control you. Thanks to Jeff for posting a Chingo audio comment. That was easy and painless. If you have a voice mic in your PC, you can do it too! C'mon!

Best of Luck & we'll talk soon!

I am so thankful and blessed to have such a great bunch of friends!

Peace, Dave

Uh Oh...

2007-01-02T18:51:00.000-05:00

If you're having trouble downloading episodes on iTunes, I don't know why except that the server that I use has run out of space. If you ARE having trouble, hopefully it's on iTunes' end...do me a favor and email me if you are having a problem so I can guage it. Thanks...

You can download episodes at http://www.gcast.com/user/zap120/podcast/main

I hope to resolve this very soon.

You could also listen on the right side of this page.

Dave

2007

2007-01-01T06:29:00.000-05:00

I can't believe it! I made it through the holidays without a real disaster. Sure, I enjoyed some chocolates and cookies, but I didn't go crazy like 2005, 2004, 2003....

I controlled my portions and treats and maintained my loss without a problem. Albeit, I wanted to lose some more pounds, I didn't BUT I did maintain and enjoy the holidays in a fairly humane way.

During these next few days, I urge you all to think about 2007 as just a number. Try not to focus your attention on it being a magical journey, THE year that you'll lose all your weight, the time you've been waiting for to finally lose all your unwanted pounds.

Weight loss is a process which is close to 100% psychological. If it wasn't, we'd all be fit and healthy right?!

You need to realize that it is not the fact that January is here and you FINALLY are going to exercise, or that you're really going to workout with the machine that you got for Christmas or Chanukah or Kwanza... If you do focus on the month and the date and THEN add the "I must not fail" attitude to your self pressure, you'll get frustrated if you deviate off your path. Willpower and excitement can only last for a few days or weeks and when you do miss a workout or have bad food and you're frustration sets in, it'll be February of 2006 all over. Do not pressurize your mind now. Simply try to identify with the fact that changes are needed.

Look at yourself in the mirror and be brutally honest and talk to yourself. Analyze why you want to lose the weight and reason with yourself for a goal each month. If it helps to start next week, then so be it. January 1 is a major flaw that many people have in their minds as being the magical weigt loss date. If you look at a date to pull you through your weight loss journey, you'll probably fail. Honesty to YOURSELF and goalsetting are the two most important things I can stress to you that WILL help you succeed.

Good luck and as always, email me often and let me know how you're doing. Thanks to the many emails over the past two weeks from new listeners all around the US and the world. WE WILL DO THIS...1 person at a time!

Peace and Happy New Year,
Dave O

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions...

2006-12-24T17:37:00.000-05:00

Remember, your life is comprised of all the decisions that you've been making up until today. Enjoy your week/holiday and remember to repeat your positive affirmations. 2007 will be a better year for all of us.

Happy Holidays from Dave O. Thank you all for your generous support, email and time to write and tell your story.

Peace

Ice Cream

2006-12-22T16:03:00.000-05:00

My wife brought some ice cream home a few days ago. I felt my mind bubbling up inside..."Oh how I love ice cream...". Today I had some. That's right! I had full fat, chocolate ice cream and I loved it. I treated myself to it, I enjoyed it and you know that it really wasn't what I expected. Don't get me wrong; it was great and sweet and creamy, but the feeling in my mind afterward? Well, not that satisfying. I probably would have done fine with chocolate yogurt.

No binging, just a treat that I wanted to partake in. And I did. Yup, you read right. No guilt, just good old fashioned ice cream.

NOW, I gotta go to the Imax tonight and miss a workout. Oh well.

Dave

YOU have the ultimate decision making this coming week...

2006-12-19T19:23:00.000-05:00

How are your expectations? I hope they are up and positive.

Here are some positive affirmations to help you through the next 5 days or so.

Positive Affirmations

- I am healthy and happy.

- My body is healthy and functioning in a very good way.

- I have a lot of energy.

- I study and comprehend fast.

- My mind is calm.

- I am calm and relaxed in every situation.

- My thoughts are under my control.

- I radiate love and happiness.

- I have the perfect job for me.

- I have good and loving relations with my wife/husband.

- I have a wonderful satisfying job.

- I am successful in whatever I do.

- Everything is getting better every day.

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"My mind is my biggest asset.
I expect to win every tournament I play."

Tiger Woods (1975 - )
American golf champion

do you expect the best of yourself?
Dedicate your thoughts and beliefs to be the best possible person.

I am reminded that in our country (United States), the male mortality rate is so high and premature. This evening, I shared a wonderful healthy meal with my wife and son at a restaurant that is frequented by retired people. The unfortunate thing was that there were many groups of 3 and 4 women without husbands. While we were waiting to be seated, two women came in alone and sat at two separate tables. My father in law died of heart complications, I recently met a 50 year old man that is on heart medication after his heart attack while he was 37! That is very young. Men, you owe it to yourself and your loved ones. Make 2007 THE year, YOUR year and promise yourself a life of healthier and happier times.

Peace,
Dave

Got thoughts?

2006-12-18T22:19:00.000-05:00

number of human thoughts per day = 604,800

How many of yours are postiive, influencial, supportive and encouraging?

Peace, Dave

Biking and the Diet

2006-12-14T17:42:00.000-05:00

I really was enjoying biking up until my tailbone began hurting. I am going to have to lay off of the bike for a week or so to see if it heals. Biking was so much fun. I wasn't getting bored of cardio!

I also have been getting bored with my diet. I think I have to change up some things. I'm sick and tired of veggie burgers and protein shakes. Does anybody know a great and healthy cookbook that is for "Dummies"?

Peace, Dave

Meditation Mix

2006-12-13T03:40:00.000-05:00

The mind is an incredible thing. After all, without a brain and your mind, you wouldn't be able to do anything to improve yourself.

The mind can expand in many directions with the aid of various tools like music. I have created a meditation mix especially for you to download and to listen to at your convenience. There is no voice, just music. The pieces are from a music library that does not sell the songs individually like other mixes. I lease the library for various purposes.

The purpose of this particular mix is to get you quiet and to experience where you've been and where you want to be. There are 18.5 minutes of music and I've described the selections in the following manner. YOUR description may be different of course. Please realize that the final piece is NOT as quiet as the others. This is the final piece and the purpose was to "jolt" you out of your thought and into an incredibly euphoric mood. Enjoy.

1. Remember: This is where I sob (literally) and feel sad about where I am. The pain, the insults, the inconvenience of seats, my health. I go back to February of this year and my doctor's visit. A shocking visit where I was told that I would die. What is your memory holding onto? Revisit your minds and let out your sadness. This can be very cleansing. Be cautious doing this; as emotions may run very high.

2. Realizing: I am still unhappy, but realize the errors that I've made. I'm looking toward a positive future and of course health. The clarinet is a "New" voice in my mind and a welcomed friend. He is there to comfort me and assure me that I'll be OK. We get to know each other and begin to map out a plan for the future.

3. Energy: At about 5:45 the pulsating synths come in and soon after, I am welcomed by a huge sun. The flutes and other orchestral instruments welcome me with open arms and encourage me to continue realizing what I need to do. I am encouraged. I hope you are too! As the flute and oboe banter about, I am reminded of old friends and fond memories. A beautiful ending with a wonderful chord.

4. Proceed: The calming piano along with a soft beat indicate progress with my team of motivators. I am making progress and can visualize my clothing fitting better and looser. A soothing ride and very positive.

5. Here: I am finally here and am saying goodbye to my team of motivators. I undersatand that they must leave so I can take the torch and continue on my own. There are no babysitters, no helpers, just me. Although we have support, I am the ultimate determiner of my fate and cannot fail. I aprehensively pick up the torch being reassured by my mind that I can do it and that I, me, Dave am responsible and capable.

6. Strongly Standing: A strong piano comes in indicating that I have taken a stance and am very capable and energetic during my journey. Confidence, leadership and loyalty beam from me. I am doing it! The soft female vocals give me inspiration and encouragement. My mind is proud and reminds me to exercise...

7. Reflection: I look into a pond on a winter day and see my face. I have changed - I have lost 40 pounds. I am healthier. I take a photo out of my pocket. It is of my family. We are all smiling except me. I was heavy in that picture as it was from last year. I was trapped in a world where I was the only one that could change. NOW, I have changed... I must get back to the gym and continue my success!

8. "I gotta go workout": Pump it up and go workout!

Dave

This is what keeps me going...Thank you Leo

2006-12-11T22:23:00.000-05:00

ZOT #11 and a few phone calls are up! Go listen and send feedback OFTEN.

Post in the forums and motivate yourself.

Apparently our forum is getting a lot of views but very few posts. For the benefit of those who wish to share their stories, I'm leaving it up. I really think that this is a great vehicle that will allow people to be totally honest to themselves during their weight loss. I'd like to share a recent posting that touched me. Leo also sent me an email and he and I are going to start working on his motivation. Leo, you WILL do this and you WILL be happier. Thank you for sharing. Here is his post.

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Hi Dave O. My name is Leo, and I just found your podcast about a week ago. I have always been overweight, but everytime I get started losing weight and trying to change my lifestyle, I sabotage myself and balloon back up.

Over the years, I have learned a lot about fitness, both the cardio and the anaerobic exercise. It's the implementation I have always fallen down on in the past.

Anyway, this January 1st, I am starting my journey to changing my life once again. A few family members and I are each putting some cash into the pot, and whoever makes the most progress on the July 1st for percentage of weight lost gets the pot. If I lose the money and am lighter and have made fitness a part of my life, I figure I'll have won anyway.

Enough background, though. I just thought I would chime in about getting more out of your exercise. I have read that studies show working out more than once a day can multiply your benefits. People lost more fat working out the same amount of time but at two separate times in the day. I would suppose that it has something to do with becoming more what we are supposed to be like. Actually MOVING throught the day, which I haven't done in a very long time to any degree.

Thanks a lot, Dave O. I have caught up on the podcasts now, and I have subscribed. If your forums stay open, I will be there with you. I figure I should be losing about 90 lbs. Then I'd be more fit and leaner than I was in high school. And maybe I'd live a longer, healthier, happier life.

Keep up the good work.

Leo
_________________
Find your place and what you live for.

- That is the meaning of life.

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Thank you brother and we're here for you. Go get psyched because you're gonna lose that 90 pounds and you're going to do it FOREVER!

Peace, Dave

Ha Ha...

2006-12-11T16:49:00.001-05:00

291 and losing!

2006-12-10T22:56:00.000-05:00

That's right! 2 9 1lbs. I actually went to see Dave Benoit, Michael Franks and Jonathan Butler tonight and fit into some OLD pants. Very psyched!

About why I am psyched...

My realization:

If "Reality" > or = "Expected Results" Then :0)

Reality = Expected Results = :0)

Confused? Try listening to my latest call from today. That's it in a nutshell.

My dog on the Saturday night Phone call...

2006-12-09T22:00:00.000-05:00

Here is a picture of my puppy. He's 13 and has a collapsing trachea and eye issues. He's on meds, but still loves us unconditionaly. We're taking it day by day and have been for about 4 months now. He's a Yorkshire Terrier and LOVES people. He finds it hard to breathe during some days. He's very peppy though and works out every day! Never a day off with him!

Here is an update to why you HAVE TO drink water...

Water and Weight Loss
Drinking water may is very important when trying to lose weight. Water contains no calories, fat, or cholesterol and is low in sodium. It is nature's appetite suppressant, and it helps the body to metabolise fat. Current research shows that high water intake reduces the amount fat deposits. Without enough water, the kidneys cannot function properly. As a result, some of their workload is pushed off onto the liver, in turn preventing the liver from operating at peak levels.

How does all this tie into weight loss?
Because metabolising fat is a primary function of the liver, and because the liver can't function at peak levels when taking on the added workload from the kidneys, less body fat is metabolised and more is stored. This leads to either weight gain or reaching a plateau of weight loss. When dieting, we restrict the calories we take in. By doing so, we lessen the total amount of water available to our bodies since about 30% of the average person's water intake comes from the food they eat. This gives us even more reason to raise our water intake.

How much do I eat...?

2006-12-08T11:06:00.000-05:00

I am so psyched for all of you - you are on the way to losing weight and you feel great!

Remember that today is FRIDAY and that you can choose how much you can eat. You NEED to choose how much. I love peanut butter, but I MUST measure it. There was actually a week there in September that I didn't lose any weight. I went over my diet journal and realized that I was adding a tablespoon of peanut butter to EVERY shake (3 a day) in addition to having a sandwich a day of 1-2 MORE tablespoons. THAT IS A LOT OF FAT!! I was crazy! Now, I measure everything; mayo, dressing, proteins (I can "eye" it most of the time), olive oil, etc.

Happy Friday and I KNOW that I will be weighing in very favorably on Sunday! I hope to hear from you!

Peace,
Dave

NYC

2006-12-06T18:13:00.000-05:00

It's about time. I hope that many cities and companies start adopting this wonderful change in how our foods are prepared.

Today, I picked up a jar of Smucker's sugar free strawberry preserves (thanks to Diana) and "No Sugar Added" Nesquik (Wade's tip). The Nesquik still has sugars on the label, BUT only a few.

Dave

The Final Countdown to "GOAL MET"

2006-12-05T11:08:00.000-05:00

Isn't perception and relativity all part of this mind game of weight loss? You bet it is.

If you feel that you have to lose 100 pounds in one year isn't that a lot of weight in a large amount of time with time for P R O C R A S T I N A T I O N ? Ouch. If I fail, all I say, is "Oh well, I have another year"...and pretty soon, I'm in the ground. DEAD.

If I make myself accountable each and every WEEK, leading up to a MONTHLY goal of 6 pounds (hopefully more, but I'll take what I can!), I would have to answer to myself each 30 days or so if I failed or slacked? YOU would have to answer to yourself every few weeks. The number 6 is SO EASY SLAY AND DESTROY!! No more double digits...

A song for the occasion...thanks girls! A truly beautiful song.

Download "Long Time Traveller" (mp3)
from "Firecracker"
by The Wailin' Jennys
Jericho Beach Music

Buy at iTunes Music Store

One week, it's 5, then 4, 2 and then I'll be able to scribble "GOAL MET!" in my journal on December 31 (Holidays...Shmolidays!). Wow, what an awesome and inspiring notion. I printed numbers posted on my bathroom mirror and front door of the house. Little ones, just for me to see and remind me that I am only 5 or 2 pounds away from my MONTHLY goal. So easy; really try it! You'll be able to see progress on paper every week/month!

Dave O.

New beginning?

2006-12-05T07:47:00.000-05:00

After last night's workout (and phone call to the podcast)...

Allow me to digress for a minute...
I had to workout last night at 9:30 because of the interview and some other work issues. That's OK, I found the time...back to the entry.

I had a great workout like I promised and it was all dedicated to my listeners. The group of people who "see" me every day and keep me accountable and going. First I did my resistance training with some free weights (no the machine) with a trainer and I must admit that I was a little nervous but after a few times, I was fine. Free weights force you to use ALL of your muscles to balance the weights. It's different. I woke up today with PAIN all over my chest and triceps (back of the arms).

THEN, I went on to the cardio where I just did the elliptical. My knee was acting up a little so I didn't want to do the bike which would have flexed it a little too much. The elliptical was my weapon of choice. About 30 minutes at a workout level of 9 (from 1-10). Came home to a QUIET house about 11pm and everybody was asleep. I had the chance to do some more thinking.

The feelings that I'm getting are VERY similar to the pumped up, psyched feelings of August when I started this whole thing. I can almost look back at last week and wonder why I've been down and frustrated. This probably has to do with all of the POSITIVE things and people that are in my life. This proves one thing. The things that you say, the people that you surround yourself with DO have a huge impact on your entire mental state. The brain is an awesome tool and sometimes if not harnessed (I'm always learning) will lead you down the wrong path. BUT, just the fact that I am identifying my brain's tricks and faults, is an awesome thing. I will try to PRE determine why I'm having feelings and try my best to break through them and succeed at all times.

Dave

Wade's Story and Interview

2006-12-04T08:52:00.000-05:00

Today, I interviewed a guy who will inspire you all. He has lost 100 pounds and has KEPT IT OFF for over a year! His before and after pictures are posted above (The after is actually first...)

He did it so will YOU!!

Wade's references:

Sugarbusters - the diet he and his mom were on.
Benefits of biking
Better than waling for the heart!
For the flexibility impaired - Yoga for wimps
Glycemic Information

And the MOST IMPORTANT TIP OF THE DAY!
Sugar free Nestle Quick

Dave

Heart Attack meals

2006-11-30T09:58:00.000-05:00

Tomorrow is the first day of the rest of the year. You CAN do it! You have about 4 weeks to mentally prepare to either maintain or lose prior to January 1st. Here is a little something that I posted on traineo this morning regarding heart attack and foods. Scary when you read that for 6 hours, the blood is clotting...

Please remember my Breast Cancer challenge in the 11/14/06 post...Let's do this!

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Heart attacks are a result of several risk factors over time. However, the more risk factors a person has -- like smoking, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure and obesity -- the greater their chances of having a heart attack after a large, fatty meal.

Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston found that heart attacks are four times more likely to occur two hours after eating a large, fatty meal. After a large meal, the heart has to work faster and stronger to digest food. So the more a person eats, the harder their heart has to work. The body also diverts blood away from the heart to digest food, which is a problem for people who are at risk for heart disease.

A high-fat meal impairs blood flow for up to six hours after the meal. This is because a high-fat meal sets the blood up to form clots, which is the main cause of most heart attacks.

Anyone with a history of heart disease should go easy on the size of their meals and the amount of fat per meal.

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Do the right thing

New crisp look - Obsession??

2006-11-29T12:42:00.000-05:00

New look to the blog. I'm sure you'll like it.

1. No ads. Google ads were getting a little ridiculous with fad diets, etc.
2. The forum is still active. People may want to participate...
3. My Chingo audio comments are back. If you have a mic connected to your PC, then you can leave an audio comment. Takes about 2 minutes and it's a little more interactive.
4. I joined Traineo. If you have weight to lose, find me there using the badges on this blog (to the right of this post).
5. Frappr map is now a hyperlink OR you can add your location to the bottom of the page.
6. Mixes will be interactive to give you pics and exactly what I mixed. Hope you like mix 4.
7. Looking for someone to help with the forum and contribute ideas/topics. I can't do it all myself and would like someone to help out with admin responsibilities. If you're interested, you can email me using our profile link.

Thanks again for all of the email support and tips. Too good to be true. Here is a video that I found of Steve again. He hits the nail on the head - I think that I may TOO obsessed, therefore subconsciously sabotaging my plan. He's also right that a calorie deficit works on the cellular/low level (that just clicked!) and may not be visible on the scale or mirror until next week, etc.

Good Job Steve!

Peace, Dave O.

An intro to fat cells

2006-11-28T15:22:00.000-05:00

This site is amazing. This article really answers a lot of basic questions and probably will give you more information than you actually need or worse, spark new questions in your mind.

Research on Joints and lubrication -University of Washington

2006-11-28T15:05:00.000-05:00

This site has some excellent articles dealing with conditions in your body. Here is a link to an article on joint lubrication and synovial fluid. I encourage you to go to this site when you have some time. The articles are easy to understand and NOT filled with medical verbiage.

2006-11-28T11:51:00.000-05:00

Mix # 4 is HERE!

In association with ioda/Promonet, I'm pleased to present and share these up and coming artists with you. Please let me know how you like it! I hope to take you through a painted picture in your mind through time. Some 70's sounds as well as 80's. I'm also sure that you'll have memories or flashbacks with some of these sounds. During future mixes, you'll see the artist and where to get the tracks if you desire.

These artists are wonderful. Have a great workout and on with the show!

Dave

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Cut 1

Download "Wildflower" (mp3)
from "The Blistering Sun"
by Rachael Sage
MPress Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Napster
Buy at GroupieTunes
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 2

Download "Breathe" (mp3)
from "What You'd Say"
by Matt Cairns
Blue Pie Productions

Buy at iTunes Music Store

Cut 3

Download "The Young & The Guest List" (mp3)
from "The Young & the Guest List"
by Paradise Boys
PrinceHouse Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store

Cut 4

Download "Forever Young" (mp3)
from "Forever Young EP"
by Ella
Marian Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Napster
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 5

Rav is a Rabbi from NYC...no really. He drinks beer and is quite the musician. Watch his video here for Protocols - an excellent satire on the perception of people.

Download "Protocols" (mp3)
from "Protocols"
by Rav Shmuel
Jewish Music Group

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at Napster

Cut 6

Download "Asking Annie Out" (mp3)
from "Streets Of New York"
by Willie Nile
00:02:59 LLC

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at Napster
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 7

Download "Not Getting Your Name" (mp3)
from "Tyler Hilton"
by Tyler Hilton
MoBi Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Buy at GroupieTunes
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 8

Download "Not Today" (mp3)
from "Not Today"
by Josh Ryan
Tone Box Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Napster

Cut 9

Download "Smile, You've Won" (mp3)
from "This December; It's One More And Im Free"
by Lydia
Hourzero Records

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 10

Download "The Next Day" (mp3)
from "Ibiza Deep House Collection"
by Various Artists
Billo Music

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Buy at GroupieTunes
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 11

Download "This is a Call" (mp3)
from "Sunflower"
by The Meadows
Single Recordings

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic

Cut 12

Download "Something More" (mp3)
from "Over And Over"
by Erin Bode
MAXJAZZ

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at Napster
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Cut 13

Download "One Foot Down" (mp3)
from "One Foot Down (Radio Mix)"
by Peter Bradley Adams
bigHelium/Mouse in the Moon

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at eMusic
Buy at Napster
Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody
Stream from RealNetworks / Rhapsody

Thank YOU...

2006-11-28T11:43:00.000-05:00

You know who you are...

The person who heard me calling out asking for help...
The woman who is sending me a book (an actual gift to me...wow)...
The guy who sent an inspirational quote...
The fellow adoptee who encouraged me to stop beating myself up mentally...
The woman triathlete in training who encouraged me when I needed it and gave great tips...
The people from overseas (our struggles are the same even though we're miles away)
The fellow podcasting community...
The emails came pouring in and they still are...I can't list them all here, but if you sent one; you truly exceeded my expectations and I owe it to you to continue working out and staying positive...YOU GUYS are my inspiration.

I have so many wonderful friends out there. Although we haven't met, the fact that you took time out of your day to send me encouragement means so much to me. Thank you and I'd like to give you something back. I posted this before, but this is truly how I feel. A hug for you...

Peace, Dave

We're BAAAAAAK!

2006-11-27T13:32:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Nigel and Liz for letting me know that my blog disappeared. Funny, we have Macs all over the house and no Windows PC's. The blog appears fine on a Mac for some reason. I probably screwed something up when I added my Frappr map to the header - it's really not a user friendly system, but hey, it's free...for now. If you have a lot of catching up to do, then do it. I won't waste any more of your time. A lot of You Tube stuff, my breast cancer challenge and more. Sorry for the wasted time, but we were here all of the time!

Peace to all.

Dave

Benefits of Exercise on Joints

2006-11-27T11:37:00.000-05:00

Go here for joint answers. Disregard the first one which discounts exercise. Ken E. and SRA have sound answers. Synovial fluid seems to have an impact on joint health.

Dave

Please help me overcome frustration!

2006-11-27T10:51:00.000-05:00

Hello Friends:

Today, I posted ZOT #9, which exposes my Thanksgiving day as well as the past day or two of frustration and negative feelings. Please shoot me an email "podcast at zap120 dot com" and let me know how you're dealing with your frustration. The holiday time is always a little sensitive to me just because of my adopted status and that feeling of "unknown" heritage. Those of you who are adopted know where I'm coming from.

I had a bagel, 3 donuts and a tall glass of Orange Juice for breakfast. Funny...4 years ago, that would have been a HEALTHY breakfast for me based on my eggs, bacon, chocolate milk and toast with butter regimen.

I am seeking a frustration expert! Listen to the latest episode and if you can help or offer advice, please do...it's a 2 way street and I need your help NOW.

Peace, Dave

Carbs do me in

2006-11-25T13:08:00.000-05:00

I recorded an update from T-Giving and talk about how I slipped a little due to Tostitos and Soda. I don't call myself a failure though! Still downweight and happy...that's the key. I slipped, identified it and didn't beat myself up. Just brushed myself off and went to workout yesterday. Hope you had a fun week! I'm trying to build up our audience base. Thank you all for listening and feeding back to me. What do you like? What do you WANT? What don't you like? These quick emails, will let me know how to develop the show so you like it enough to keep listening! Keep up the great work!

Dave O

What a week

2006-11-20T15:52:00.000-05:00

This week, I'm on vacation from the business, BUT am having a blast subbing in my son's school. I have to tell you that kids are great when they want to learn and are Soooooo observant and clever. Again, the obesity that I'm observing breaks my heart. There was one girl today that was obese and during a test, I could hear her breathing loudly from about 7 feet away. Almost like a bulldog. She was about 5 foot and around (just a guess but probably accurate) 200 pounds. She was 11 years old. This really pissed me off. How could parents let this happen?!!

A few things this week:

Getting up at 4:15am to work out for an hour and a half. I know, I'm nuts, but if I don't do it, who will? Answer that and you get a gold star!

Show will probably not be out until next week sometime. I apologize, but things are crazy. We have 6 people staying in the house and I can't find the time to have an update.

Nigel from the U.K. has expressed concern about the site in IE. Is anybody having an issue viewing the site in ANY browser? Even if you're on a MAC? I develop the blog on a MAC, so I wonder if MY WISYWIG is different than PC...just a thought.

Thank you ALL for remembering us during Amazon.com shopping. It's helped and I'll be buying a new mic in a few weeks for the home. Thank you! And I bet you didn't even realize how much it helped!

Remember that the average human will consume close to 7000 calories on Thursday. If you will be one of them, then please fast tomorrow and Wednesday...Ha ha...

Make good and healthy choices, or have fun, cheat a little and just work out a little harder Friday and Saturday. You'll be just fine.

What the .....?

2006-11-16T16:06:00.000-05:00

Just came back to check email after a day of being in the field. No Zap120 website. I rebpublished it, so it should appear. Sorry about that. There's technology for ya'!

Dave O

ZDC #4 Finally up

2006-11-14T17:57:00.000-05:00

I have been trying to get this file out to you all since yesterday. Didn't work for some reason. I finally was able to convert it correctly so it plays properly.

It has to do with committing to a diet/lifestyle change and not beating yourself up if you fail. The "All or Nothing" mentality will frustrate you the moment you mess up. Do NOT plan your diet or weight loss like this. Remember, slow and steady, with a few mess ups is fine. CONCENTRATE on WHY you're messing up (stress, depression, work, etc.) and move forward. Mentally beating yourself and giving up is not the way to do it. I've been there many times and I'm sure you've been there too. Hang in there...

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While in CVS today picking up a few things, I noticed that all of the holiday candy was out in their nice little red, green and silver foil packaging trying to entice me. "Dave...buy me...". I thought for a moment. They are always there, but this time I noticed because the stores have bazillions of bags and display them at the entrance where you almost fall over them. Marketing...

I can always go into CVS and find chocolate, except this time it's being "pounded" into my head a little harder with the quantity and the psychology of my dialogue (Holidays, Oh No!). Beware, stay clear of stores if you know it's your weakness and move on. Holidays don't stress you out, it's your perception that will stress you out.

Strength to us all!

Dave O

2006-11-14T08:18:00.000-05:00

Remember, EVERY pound that is reported to me as being a validated pound as of yesterday 11/13/2006 will have a nickel donated to this organization from me. I'm just asking that you try to lose as much as possible and email the results at the end of December. Of course, I'd like the donation to be as much as possible, so this is where I'm counting on YOU and your discipline during the "holiday" time.

Go for it and thank you for participating.

Dave O

2006-11-14T08:06:00.000-05:00

"If you can dream it, you can do it."

-Walt Disney (1901-1966) American film producer

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I think that this is more than enough to give us all inspiration for the rest of the week. Ponder this one and I'm sure we can all think of MANY things to in our lives to change, move and improve. Good Luck this week and remember the December challenge! How much weight can YOU lose by December 31st?

Keep up those Frappr entries. It's wonderful to know that there are listeners in Crete, New Zealand, Israel, Japan, England, Canada and many more places on this planet. Thank you all for listening and powering me up to continue to just be myself!

Namaste

2006-11-13T11:43:00.000-05:00

Early Childhood Development PSA

Remember, they see and hear everything. Set an example and get involved with our challenge to lose as much weight as possible by December 31st!

2006-11-13T07:58:00.000-05:00

Goal for 2006!

A question for you...

What was your goal for 2006? Was it to get healthier? Was it to lose a few pounds? Did you want to start exercising and get fit? Well, 2006 has only 48 days left, but the good news is that you still have PLENTY of time to start your exercise regimen.

I have a goal in mind for the remainder of this year. Mine is to lose 12 pounds by 12/31. I wanted to throw out a goal that YOU could participate in as well.

My goal is to have the ENTIRE Zap 120 community lose as much weight as possible by December 31st, 2006. I challenge YOU to begin your weight loss program NOW - TODAY and lose as much weight as possible by the end of this year. If ALL listeners made a promise to themselves, to lose some weight by 12/31, we'd be a healthier and lighter world!

OK, what are the next steps? Well, I decided to create a topic in our forum called 2006 Challenge where you could enter anything that you'd like related to this post. Where you are, where you've been, tips for us and anything else that you'd deem relevant to a healthy lifestyle during 2006. The great news is that there are no prerequisites and even if you've had the THOUGHT of becoming healthy, you should post your story for feedback and to help others. Good luck and during January, I'll post the results of all the weight that ZOT listeners lost! I would like to make a donation of five cents for every pound accounted for from you to Breast Cancer research. NOW, where else would losing weight also benefit such a worthy cause?!!

Peace...

2006-11-08T18:09:00.000-05:00

Zot #8 is up!
Show Notes...

WGBH's Tony Kahn's podcast
LA Fitness by you??
Voting results for the U.S.

Be nice to the elderly. We're all they have to pass the time and remember...one day, you may be elderly and alone. Call your grandparent, mom, dad or relative tonight and say hi. It'll mean a world of difference. My grandmother is 93 and I try to call her every few nights just to say "Hello". She looks forward to the call. That's all she has. She doesn't drive, has live in help & she has no appetite. Although she's about 95 pounds, she's strong and positive. When I call, you'd never know she's a day over 50! She's upbeat, talkative and funny.

Peace my friends...

Dave O

2006-11-06T11:51:00.000-05:00

Happy Monday - Vote Tomorrow!

This video is quite satirical, but true. Get checked out.

Keep up the Frappr flags. Thanks to all who are letting me know that you're out there!

Have a great Monday!

Dave O

2006-11-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

Somewhat political, but we have the power.

PGPR article from Europe. Interesting how it was originally banned in the U.S. Says something about global supply and demand as well as corporate profit objectives.

Educate yourself on Trans fats... and read this. If this is not enough, read the FDA Food section within their Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act. We have the power to petition and change things.

More about hydrogenation and the oils it creates...

Canola oil article...

Hydro Oil article...

After reading and being shocked about what our government allows us to ingest, THEN read my little blurb below...

As a personal testimony, I can remember when I was an employee during one of my High School summers in the M&M/Mars company in NJ. My job was to weight some large bags of M&M's to ensure the weight of the bags were what they said they were. We had to do Australian and U.S. candies. I clearly recall that the Australian ones had to be separated and NEVER mixed with the U.S. candy bags. We were given some of the "underweight" bags as "thank you's" during the day since they not going to be used any way. When I commented to my supervisor about the NON-U.S. candies tasting so much better, I was told that the Australian chocolate had much more rigorous standards than the U.S. (This was back in 1980 or so).

2006-10-31T15:03:00.000-05:00

Boo!

Hi everybody...thanks for pinning on the Frapper map - I'll eventually post it on the side - Hi Japan! I appreciate is!!. It lets me know that there are people all over this planet that are striving for one thing...to be healthy and live healthy. Thank you so much.

I posted a Daily Charge today to help you cope with Halloween. It's about 7 minutes of a review of some candies. Watch what your kids are eating and of course HOW MUCH in one sitting. I don't want to dampen the spirit, but the stuff that is given out is loaded with interesting things that I can't even pronounce.

Have a scary day...man, did I just write that? & thanks for your support!!!!

Peace!

Dave O

2006-10-30T11:03:00.000-05:00

Monounsaturated Fats

Many responses from you saying that you wanted more info on fats. Here is a quick and dirty introduction. Today's lesson is on monounsaturated fats. Read more about Olive Oil in general. Enjoy!

Dave

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What is mono-unsaturated fat?

Monounsaturated fat is considered to be probably the healthiest type of general fat. It has none of the adverse effects associated with saturated fats, trans-fats or omega-6 polyunsaturated vegetable oils.
Monounsaturated oils for cooking

Oils high in monounsaturates are better oils for cooking. Olive oil is the best as it has the highest oxidation threshold: i.e. it remains stable at higher temperatures and does not easily become hydrogenated or saturated.

Sources of monounsaturated fat

Olive oil (73 per cent) hazelnuts (50 per cent) almonds (35 per cent) Brazil nuts (26 per cent) cashews (28 per cent) avocado (12 per cent) sesame seeds (20 per cent) pumpkin seeds (16 per cent).

Health benefits of monounsaturated fat

The high consumption of olive oil in Mediterranean countries is considered to be one of the reasons why these countries have lower levels of heart disease.

Monounsaturated fat is believed to lower cholesterol and may assist in reducing heart disease. Like polyunsaturated fat it provides essential fatty acids for healthy skin and the development of body cells.

Monounsaturated fat is also believed to offer protection against certain cancers, like breast cancer and colon cancer.

Monounsaturated fats are typically high in Vitamin E, the anti-oxidant vitamin which is usually in short supply in many Western diets.

Cold pressed extra virgin olive oil, if not over-heated, provides a range of phyto-chemicals and phenols which help to boost immunity and maintain good health.

Monounsaturated fat and weight loss

From a calorie viewpoint, however, there is no difference between monounsaturated, polyunsaturated fat and saturated fat. ALL fats are high in calories.

2006-10-30T10:33:00.000-05:00

Welcome Food Labeling On Trans-Fats

Stacy Kennedy, M.P.H., R.D., L.D.N., C.N.S.D.
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Previously published on Intelihealth.com, September 23, 2003

You will finally be able to see the amount of heart-disease-causing food ingredient, trans-fat, in the foods you buy. In July 2003, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a ruling that will require food makers to list the amount of trans-fat on all food labels. This long-awaited rule goes into effect in January 2006.

Trans-fat, often called partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils, offers no health benefit to humans; its main function is extending the shelf life of foods. Recently it has emerged as a more alarming culprit than saturated fat for coronary heart disease, the number one killer of Americans.

Why is trans-fat so unhealthy? Picture a chain holding a swing to a swing set. Each interwoven link is perfectly aligned to allow the physics of the swing to work properly. If one link is repositioned, a kink is formed and the swing's trajectory changes, causing erratic circular movement instead of a back-and-forth motion.

Trans-fat is a kink in a chain of fatty acids. This kink changes the structure of the fat, which in turn changes the function of the fat. Fats are usually fluid and help to make up a cell's membrane, including cells on the artery wall.

But trans-fat is rigid, and it performs no useful function. In fact, trans-fat increases total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, and reduces HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Also, rigid fats decrease the elasticity and irritate the lining of the artery walls, causing interference with smooth blood flow.

Trans-fat labeling will help you choose healthier dietary fats. Look for trans-fat listed directly under saturated fat on the Nutrition Facts food label. Ideally, you should avoid all trans-fat. If you can't, then add the values of saturated and trans-fat together to determine the percent daily value. Researchers suggest that the total amount of saturated and trans-fat combined should not exceed 15 to 20 grams per day, based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Although the labeling does not go into effect until 2006, some manufacturers have already voluntarily begun including trans-fat on their food labels. Consumers can also look for the ingredient "partially hydrogenated" or "hydrogenated" oil in the ingredient list to identify trans-fat in foods. Foods that contain the greatest amount of trans-fat include: margarine, crackers, baked goods, fast food, fried food, chips and cookies.

The FDA predicts that by 2009, 600 to 1,200 cases of coronary heart disease and 240 to 480 deaths could be prevented annually just by having trans-fat labeled on foods. The new food labels will allow for the identification and therefore reduction in consumption of trans-fat, leading to a reduction in disease. The potential economic savings of this ruling are astounding, perhaps as much as $170 million to $340 million per year.

The upcoming labeling of trans-fat will enable the American public to reduce the risk of heart disease. Although it will be up to you to read food labels and choose wisely, this FDA ruling is a step in the right direction to improve our nation's health.

2006-10-30T10:09:00.000-05:00

I see that Blogger is acting up. Click on this little square and you'll see a cartoon about trans fats that I saw. For some reason, it does not want to display on the screen without clicking.

Cute.

Dave O

2006-10-27T14:20:00.000-04:00

New ZAP Mix #3 Produced and up!

Go have a listen. Includes titles and artists...

Thank you all for listening!

Dave O.

2006-10-27T08:09:00.000-04:00

"Destiny is not a matter of chance, it's a matter of choice; it's not a thing to be waited for, but a thing to be achieved."

I found it amazing that such simple words and vocabulary could convey such an enormous amount or powerful information. AND it's free!!

A friend of mine emailed this to me this morning and I thought that I'd share it with my friends. EVERYTHING that I have encountered in my life is a result of MY CHOICES and NOT chances or luck. That hits hard. We all need to take responsibility for our choices and take back our health.

Peace...

2006-10-26T12:04:00.000-04:00

ZOT #7 is up!

This week I touch on trans fats, play Jonathan's audio comment, talk about my NEW gym and how I stressed and thank my family and Dr. Monte for being there...

All that and more on this episode of Zap 120!

Check out this site for very compelling information on trans fats.

I hope you all are doing well and are getting your mind ready for the holidays and how to overcome temptation and overeating.

Peace...

2006-10-24T14:50:00.000-04:00

Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell.
- Anonymous

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Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don't recognize them.

Do you have an opportunity today to charge of your weight? Can you help another person who is overweight and needs to take back their health? Hard work? You bet, but here's the opportunity!

2006-10-19T08:41:00.000-04:00

Obesity in Australia

This is a problem for the entire globe and many countries and continents are producing PSA's to make people aware. This one if from Australia. Peace...

2006-10-19T08:15:00.000-04:00

No Cheat Meals ANYMORE!

I am trying to change my life forever and tapped into my cheat meal strategy. My cheat meals became such a stressful part of my life that I decided to make a healthy choice and bannish if from my life forever. Sure, once in a while I'll have a chocolate bar or some cookies, but an entire meal of bad, fatty and unhealthy calories...? Nope.

After calculating that 52 cheat meals add up to almost 2 months of possible progress, I thought "Wow, there has to be a better way..." There is! No more binge meals as a reward. Instead I'll have an additional half chicken or some MORE calories BUT GOOD calories. This makes sense for me at this time.

Here's a poem for every dad (and mom) out there...

I'm a dad, so I couldn't help post this one too...

Daddy's Footsteps

~Author Unknown~

Walk a little slower, Daddy,
Said a little child so small.
I’m following in your footsteps,
And I don’t want to fall.

Sometimes your steps are very fast,
Sometimes they’re hard to see;
So walk a little slower, Daddy,
For you are leading me.

Someday when I’m all grown up,
You’re what I want to be;
Then I will have a little child
Who’ll want to follow me.

And I would want to lead just right,
And know that I was true;
So, walk a little slower, Daddy,
For I must follow you.

** Sorry for the weird characters...Blogger, not me.

2006-10-18T18:03:00.000-04:00

Reggie White died of sleep apnea. He's the NFL player I mentioned in ZOT6.

Check out the article here.

Thanks for all the comments, emails and wonderful support.

I love you guys!

Dave O

2006-10-17T09:43:00.000-04:00

"It does not matter how slowly you go, so long as you do not stop."
Confucius (551-479 BC)
Chinese philosopher

New Daily charge is up!

2006-10-16T14:18:00.000-04:00

ZOT #6 is up & the move is OVER!
Now go download and have a listen. A full hour of audio excitement and ear candy that will surely get you inspired this week. Good luck and let me know how it's working out for you!

Oh, I listen to an incredible guitarist by the name of Michael Hedges - I meditate and sometimes do quiet thinking to his music.

He was on the Windham Hill label for years until his tragic death in 1997. I can clearly recall that date when I was looking at various websites and reading a post that he had died. I can recall those feelings, very vividly. However, whenever I listen to Mike's recordings, I feel as he's with me. He was an incredible person, husband, father and musician. Please visit his website here. If you feel like hearing some incredible music, have a listen. I still wonder how he made all those sounds from only his hands. Here's to you Mike...I know you're laughing like you always did.

Namaste everybody...

2006-10-12T16:17:00.000-04:00

One interesting fact...

U.S. population to hit 300M on Tuesday

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 (UPI) -- The population of the United States will hit the 300-million mark at about 7:46 a.m. EDT Tuesday, the U.S. Census Bureau said.

The milestone has been watched for some time but Thursday the bureau established when it will be achieved.

The Census Bureau reached the 300-million figure by calculating there is one birth in the country every 7 seconds, 1 death every 13 seconds and 1 addition to the United States through immigration every 31 seconds. That means the U.S. population increases by 1 person every 11 seconds.

The U.S. population hit 100 million in 1915 and 200 million in 1967. The country's first census -- in 1790 -- set the number of residents at 3,929,214.

2006-10-12T15:34:00.000-04:00

We're in the process of finishing up the move today, tomorrow and this weekend. Please have patience and we'll talk to you next week. The new episode WILL be out next week. Keep up the great work and we'll back soon!

As of now, we're disconnecting our PC's, etc.

Best Regards!

Dave O.

2006-10-09T18:18:00.000-04:00

Be careful when u exercise near your car....!

The two toots when the driver pulls away is classic.

2006-10-09T17:29:00.000-04:00

Childhood Obesity Prevention PSA - Grandpa

This one's funny!

High all. How is your program going? We're moving, but I didn't forget about you. Remember, it's all in your mind and with a little change in your perception of things, anything is possible.

2006-10-05T17:55:00.000-04:00

Zap Daily Charge

No it's not something that you pay for, but a snipet of the "goings on" in my life during this journey to health.

Daily? Even though, it's in the name, maybe/maybe not... for now, as we can put them out.

The first one is up and is 8 minutes. "A cheat meal dilemma from last night". Results? Well, we're getting that ready now to put up.

Peace & Take care of your body!

Dave O

2006-10-05T10:43:00.000-04:00

Vintage 80's PSA - Hugs Today!

Rewards can be hugs or trips to the park, a game of tennis or a trip to the beach...doesn't have to be food. I found some REALLY cool 80's PSA's that I'm sure some of you will remember.

2006-10-05T09:14:00.000-04:00

Do you need a hug? Try hugging

More peace and kindness on this earth goes a LONG way. How can you not smile when hugging. Watch everybody's expression. Funny? No, we are a connected species. Different countries, different worlds, but we all understand the meaning of a hug. Watch and ponder today.

Peace and a hug for you.

Dave O

2006-10-05T08:46:00.000-04:00

I have wonderful news!

After seeing that film on Canadian children, I was seeking a way that I could make a difference in the world. Well...ask and your world will bring you the answers. Last night, a friend called to remind me that basketball signups for my son and I needed to get there before 9PM to reserve a spot. My son wants to get more active and join basketball instead of soccer this year. I signed him up and the woman asked me if I would like to volunteer to coach.

Now, folks, I never coached basketball, but I was willing to try. After pondering her request for about 2 seconds. I committed with a "sure, what do I do?". She came back with the most awesome answer! "Don't worry about it, someone will be contacting you in a few weeks, we don't start the season until December." My universe is not only giving me signals, BUT it's helping me along the way by guiding me and reminding me NOT TO WORRY. To top it off, I have two more months to lose 20 more pounds AND to get my coaching skills refreshed.

Worry is a self destructive emotion that will hamper your decision making process and does NOTHING to the outcome of your life. Remember, go with the flow and things will all fall into place. If they SEEM that they're not falling into place, then open "your eyes" and try to see things differently and THEN you'll see how everything in your life happens because of YOUR intention, thoughts and actions.

I'm really excited about the opportunity to recruit some of my son's friends and help them along the way to getting fit. This is going to be a very exciting ride!

Peace and try something "new" today! You may be inspired!

Dave O

2006-10-05T03:05:00.001-04:00

Clinton Foundation Healthy Food Program

This is wrong! Our government and organizations should not steer our children. PARENTS! It is YOUR responsibility and duty to love and increase your children's knowledge about nutrition and exercise. Do it today! Thank you!

2006-10-05T03:05:00.000-04:00

Childhood Obesity Must be STOPPED!

Friends:

PLEASE, watch this video and ponder. If you have children in your life that you care or perhaps know... Show them a path of health and fitness. Their innocence and lack of caring parents will unfortunately kill them. They deserve better than this. If we save and show one child an hour how important their bodies are, we can save them. Thanks for watching and caring.

Peace & Love, Dave O

2006-10-05T03:02:00.000-04:00

Eat & MOVE!!!

Hey everybody: Just saw this on youtube. If you want to lose weight, you need to eat right AND move around/exercise. Be proactive and burn those calories.
Peace

2006-10-04T13:59:00.000-04:00

ZOT #5 is up!

Sorry for the delay, but this show is about an hour so I hope it makes up for my busy schedule. Hope you enjoy! Thanks everybody for the support.

Peace

Shownotes:

Some music you heard today found here
Our friend Kim
"The Cookie Thief" poem
Dr. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Zap 120 Veggie Mosh
1 cup of snap peas & broccoli
1 tb Olive Oil
1/4 cup corn
2 veggie burgers defrosted
Mrs. Dash Garlic Herb (3 shakes)
Lemon Pepper (2 shakes)
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Throw all in a skillet on medium high heat and mix to avoid burning.
Cover for about 2 minutes on low-medium heat.
Put in a large bowl
Add 2 splashes of a good balsamic vinegar NOT vinagrette dressing.
Add 2 tb of hummus of your choice
Enjoy!

2006-10-03T17:34:00.000-04:00

Amazing...What are we doing to our youth? The American Heart Association has so many statistics that it will make you sick. This is the first generation in our history that our children will have a chance to die before us (their parents). Read and educate your young ones about the importance of being healthy and fit.

Peace

2006-10-03T08:00:00.000-04:00

Thank you everybody for the emails this weekend. I really appreciate your support and kind words. I am so glad that I'm able to inspire so many of you all over the world. Shout outs to fat_guy_getting_thinnger (your blog doesn't seem to be up??) & stressica. Also, thank you to the anonymous guy in Alabama who called in re: the music. Seems like you all enjoy the music so as soon as we get settled, we'll be pumping out those mixes as fast as you can use them up...and yes, we'll include titles and where you can go get the music too - some of the tunes are in house (yeah, I also like to do some of that DJ'ing stuff) so they're not for sale.

My new scale is simply awesome. I use the Tanita BC554 Ironman Elite series. There is a link to it in the Amazon A-Store Featured products page. The scale gives information (probably a little too much at this point) that you can really chart your progress with - Besides weight and fat %, it also has bone and muscle mass, BMR, hydration level and your metabloc age. Well worth my investment - now the whole family can monitor their numbers.

Gotta go move some more things- have a great day and look for ZOT#5 in a day or so!

Peace

2006-10-01T20:08:00.000-04:00

WOW! I am about 305 today. This week has been exceptional only because I'm doing a lot of moving, sweating, painting and tearing down of an old wall unit that is attached to the wall.

I feel great and hope that your workouts are going well.

ZOT #5 will be coming out this week. Please be patient and in the meantime, please post a review in iTunes and/or vote for us at podcastalley.com. Thank you to all who have helped us be more visible by doing this. This helps our subscriber count rise and get us visible.

Take care of your body.

Peace, Dave

2006-09-28T13:59:00.000-04:00

Hey ZOT community!

Do you want to know how to succeed? Watch this nearly 2 minute video. It's all there in a nutshell. But then again, you already know this! Slow and steady wins the race!

Steve also brings up an excellent point which I spoke about in ZOT #4 last week. Weight loss IS indeed science. I also bring up the notion that it also involves psychology and really steering clear of sabatoge and bad choices. Thanks Steve!

2006-09-27T18:41:00.000-04:00

I think that I found what I was looking for. Now, I don't know if this is for female as well. Maybe there are some physiological things that need to be tweaked. But, men, go to town on this one!

Men's Calorie/Weight Loss Calculator

Have a great workout!

Dave

2006-09-25T12:45:00.000-04:00

400+, lost 200 pounds!

Friends,

Another success story. Do you see how this works? The more positive things and people that you put in your life, the more PULL you have TOWARD your goal. It is a lot easier ot get pulled to your goal from the universe rather than be pushed by external forces like friends. YOU need to internally realize your desire and then act on it. Watch Kent's story. Great tune also by Van Halen.

Peace

2006-09-25T00:31:00.000-04:00

(Can ) Father-son bond of Dick and Rick Hoyt
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Friends,
Another film from YouTube.com on the Hoyts.

If they CAN, then we all CAN. That is a very powerful word. I maybe posting some similar films to YouTube in the coming months and may have my own channel. New to come as it develops. Our blog and podcast is only because of YOU. I hope that by me sharing my painful story of obesity that I can inspire at least one person to take charge of their health. Thank you all for your support and kind words.

Boston Television profile on the Hoyts is here.

Sorry for the lack of quality here, but Dick Hoyt talks about his son and for about 6 minutes, makes me think that my obstacle isn't that bad! How about yours?

Peace
Dave O

2006-09-23T13:52:00.000-04:00

How's your weekend going. Ahhhh..... Relaxation (I hope), rest and time with family and friends. Just wanted to post this link to an article
that is about me. The link was emailed by Julian in Australia. G'Day! & thank you very much for this. I posted this pic just for YOU Julian!

Enjoy the weekend, post an audio comment on the right and yes, we have a new logo, new look and some more links to things that I've read and used all by Amazon.com - so no worries there.

Have a very relaxing and productive weekend. I gotta go workout now!

Namaste

Our new logo

2006-09-22T22:48:00.000-04:00

We think that this logo is much more descriptive and exciting. We hope you agree!

Dave O.

ZOT - #4 is up!

2006-09-21T16:44:00.000-04:00

Fresh content and we're using some new gear. Hope you like it. We enjoyed making this episode a lot. The cat and the gardener guest star!

Next Saturday is an opportunity to start your exercise program. Go to this link and hel educate our nation's youth and take responsibility of your kids. Thank you and THEY will thank you when they are fit adults.

Go Here for more info on the WWDOP!

Peace

New Zap Mix is up! - 1 hour of music!

2006-09-18T16:39:00.000-04:00

Comments and lets get that forum going!

Man, what a bummer. My scale is broken! All this time I thought that I was 300. I went to a new gym and their scale is one of those doctor's scales. It shows me as 313. Oh well, my clothing is still loose.

I also have a link to my journal and food log on the right side under the "Links" section. It's by FitDay.com. It allows me to also add customized foods and edit their listings. Very cool.

Trying not to get discouraged. After all, it's only a number. I DO know that I am healthier and fitter. I can start to see a difference in the mirror around my chest and face.

Thanks...

Dave O