DOT Physical,

Well, good for another two years, I have to be honest, up until this year I never gave a second thought about passing my test, but after years of mostly being in the office, I have gone from a trim 240 to 305, everything was good, BUT, the Doc did tell me there are a lot of rumbling within the DOT going forward, that might give me issues at this size.

I guess it is just time to bite the bullet and start taking better care of myself, just a heads up to others, it happens a lot quicker than you think! I just could not imagine a day when I could not drive because I can't pass a physical, even though I don't get out that much any more still having that Class A in my wallet has always been a point of pride for me.

Just a friendly reminder, Stan

 

Thanks Doc, and I agree totally, the truth is, I really don't eat that badly (or at least I didn't think I did?) I stopped reaching for the salt shaker 10 years ago, VERY seldom do I drink any soda, my iced tea is usually not sweeten, and my hot tea I use honey (originally North East born/bred, what can I say).

I do eat fruits and veggies and like a good salad and try and eat one when ever I can, and I have cut down greatly on the fatty dressings. I seldom eat fast food, and even then it's usually a subway or Arby's sandwich over a bacon cheeseburger, VERY little candy, or dairy.

You're right though, bread/noodles/pasta is my Achilles' Heel, and I do realize it will have to be the next thing to go. This weight gain has been over about 7 years, so figure about 8 pounds a year.
Luckily, I have never smoked or drank, and have normal blood sugar, and never sick, but my Cholesterol is high, last time I checked a couple of years ago 300/15, my grandfather had the same issues, (same size as I am now).

I am fasting on Monday and getting it rechecked so at least I have a STARTING point, other than that, I have been VERY fortunate, even at this weight and all of the years of heavy lifting climbing and jumping on and off trailers, I still have no real aches or pains or any back issues.

But as I said, it is time to do something, as I refuse to buy pants with a waist size over 40!!! LOL

Stan

 

Thanks pattyj, good to be back, missed my good looks and charming ways huh, LOL

 

I hear ya Joe, I hear ya!

 

Thanks Speedy's I felt really good before, now my sides hurt!!!