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He learned about a program called , a 54-day training program which was just about to open a location in Miami. He dove in, even as he wasnt sure hed be able to physically handle a challenging routine.
Rethinking his diet was key. Hed been eating out a lot, which wasnt necessarily a problem, but he consumed a lot of processed foods with high fat and sodium content. His trainers started directing him toward healthier alternatives, which helped him reduce his calorie intake. He cut down on carbs and upped his protein to build more muscle; doing away with high-fat protein bars (subbing in protein shakes) also helped. Rochin wasnt a vegetable guy, but putting them in smoothies (or roasting them) changed his mind. And, of course, he had to cut back on his overeatingdrastically at first, but later re-introducing certain foods while still keeping his portions under control.
His training covered a lot of ground. He did (HIIT), using both aerobic and anaerobic exercises. Resistance training with or light weight loads helped him build muscle as he slimmed down; endurance work built stamina. He even did boxing once a week.
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After his first nine-week cycle, hed dropped nearly 36 pounds. After the third round27 weekshed shed 64 pounds. I really feel like a different person, he says. I only regret not having done this sooner. Hes become the type of person to exercise every day, and he eats much healthier. His friends and family have seen his body weight shrink by nearly half, which he sees as a win-win for everyone. Inevitably you become more confident, he says. Im sure my wife and kids are as happy as Im with the new me.
Hes not finished reshaping himself, though. Now that hes lost so much weight, hes going to focus on getting fit and building muscle mass. Im not looking to be Schwarzenegger, but I want to feel and look better, he says.I think this is only the beginning of a lifestyle change.
For anyone who feels like they want to get healthier but dont know where to begin, he says, There are no excuses. Committing to change isnt always easy, but its worth it. You will never regret it, he says. The worst thing that can happen is that you will feel much better.