Background on myself. I weighed 245 lbs, 5' 10" at age 17. After a self administered diet and exercise regiment I dropped to 170. Today, age 27, I weigh 205 - 2

Background on myself. I weighed 245 lbs, 5' 10" at age 17. After a self administered diet and exercise regiment I dropped to 170. Today, age 27, I weigh 205 - 208. I have learned a lot about weight and health management. I am not a fan of the "fad" diets or diets that have "claims." Throughout the years, I have found that balance in life facilitates happiness/mindfulness. I have found that my body feels best, when it has good rest, good food, and has been active. Those are subjective to each person and their current state of health. I have a few tips for anyone looking to live a bit healthier. These are from my experiences. Exercise is important. But, the opposite is just as important, rest. I used to run at least 5 miles every morning, and sometimes run again in evening. I found that I was increasingly tired, and anxious. Rest days are important, and so is sleep in general. Listen to your body. Throughout the years, I have found that my body responds best to a mix of aerobic and anaerobic exercise. I used to lean 75% aerobic and 25% anaerobic, but today its more like 35% aerobic and 65% anaerobic. Learn proper techniques in everything. Food intake and exercise have direct impact on your well being, there is no reason to injure oneself. Do not compare your physical fitness to others. Set goals. I find that achieving success, whatever you deem that to be, is just a series of steps done in a linear progression. I like to keep calendar/alarms to remind me to eat properly and exercise. For example, right now, during the holidays. I made sure to have cardio built into my week, otherwise it gets pushed aside. Feel free to give feedback or advice.