Losing 140lbs

When I was asked to write something for the membership spotlight newsletter, my first thought was why me? Then I started thinking and I said to myself, why not me? My name is Isaac Rousso and I have been a member of this facility on and off since 1990. Needless to say, there were a few years that I didn't set foot in the gym.

Well, two years ago I weighed 386 lbs and was about one Twinkie away from having serious health issues. Today, I have lost over 140 lbs and have gone from wearing a 4XL shirt to a XL shirt while taking off 20 inches around my waist.

I understand that you don't get to be almost 400lbs over night, so when I started the program in January 2007, I called it "Member under Construction Month." Likewise, when you wake up this New Year's Day and look yourself in the mirror thinking it's time to get into shape, remember it's not a sprint but a marathon. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to train with Cecil Hightower and Matt Lindenmeyer. Both are incredible trainers who are capable of providing all the support and motivation necessary for anyone to be successful in the gym. They were both instrumental in designing a personalized training program for me and helping regain my mobility. Now, on most days you will find me on one of the Precor Ellipticals stepping my way in to a new life.

~ Isaac Rousso ~