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Waking UP.


actually. i just woke up

It seem that as of late I have been asked way too many times:

“What Made You Decide To Change?”

One day, I just decided that no one person or no one situation

would ever have so much power over me.

I decided that those friends who continually tell you I will pray for you

but never offer you a coin when broke or a piece of bread when hungry

have no true and vested interest on us.

That if it had to be it was up to me, therefore I promised my self never to

ask another “Don’t let go of me.”

That I am worth it not because of me but because of the one who created me.

I realized that I wanted and deserved a better, longer, healthier and happy life.

That a failed relationship did not preclude me from finding love again.

That having been overweight did not mean that I was to stay that way.

That loosing my position, and wealth only meant that I had something else coming.

That there would be someone who would take and accept me as I was, and to whom

my struggles and challenges would not be a deal breaker as they made their presence felt and,

carried some of the load and at times all of the load so that I did not have to face the world alone.

Because I had those that did pray but, they did not pray for me…They prayed with me.,

a lot has changed and my life now reflects it.

NO. Prayer in any form is not bad or unwelcome, but I remember what my parents taught

all of us as kids: after we pray on our knees we get up and go and pray with our hands, feet

and backs so we can do our part in making ours and other people’s miracles a reality.

I am thankful., oh so thankful for the many kindness I have received during the last couple of years.

I know that I have a purpose and if I have a day or a hundred years

I will work every day and in some way re-pay all that was given to me.

I want more. I want better.

I want health, wealth and a family

And that is why my prayer is never for things to be given to me,

or for life to be easy, and not even for many friends.

All I ask from GOD is for my loved ones to be healthy and safe,

and for me, Peace of mind.

With that I can and will take care of the rest.

Jose G. Osuna

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On The New Year.


ZERO TOLERANCEAre we starting this new opportunity on the right foot?

Are we set to get the most out of this opportunity?

Let’s not allow anything to get in the way of us reaching our goals.

This is our life. This is not a Dress rehearsal.

Let’s OWN it.

Wishing us all a Kick Ass New Beginning.

Jose G. Osuna

www.lapbandformen.com    Instagram.Com/LapBand4Men

Self Love.

Why we do what we do? I had to learn that while it was ok to continue to give to others and of my self., I had to find love to and for myself. It is not an egotistical journey but an adventure of discovery and self realization. I celebrate a pound lost or a size reduced. I am happy for an inch and happy for a ounce. I am happy to be doing better. Celebrate you progress. Because I am sure you will agree that not going back is progress in and of it self. Staying at the same weight for a long time is an issue but from one week to the next it just means that you were able to deal with cravings and temptations. Just Do Not Go Backwards. OK gang today as always I wish you all the best of the best. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

Why we do what we do?
I had to learn that while it was ok to continue to give to others and of my self., I had to find love to and for myself.
It is not an egotistical journey but an adventure of discovery and self-realization.
I celebrate a pound lost or a size reduced. I am happy for an inch and happy for an ounce.
I am happy to be doing better.
Celebrate you progress. Because I am sure you will agree that not going back is progress in and of it self.
Staying at the same weight for a long time is an issue, but from one week to the next it just means that you were able to deal with cravings and temptations. Just Do Not Go Backwards.
Stay focus remain successful.
Jose G. Osuna

BELIEVE!!!


believe in yourselfIt has been a while since I cared for what anyone else thought of me.

Now. I just listen to my inner self specially when it comes to

my goals, dreams and aspirations.

There are many who wish me well, but no one wants me

to be successful as much as I want it.

Set Goals, Go after them, Destroy them and REPEAT.

Forget about the doubters, and the haters., don’t waste

time on them that you can be using on making a Better You.

Let’s continue to kick it gang.

Jose G. Osuna

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MAGIC DIET PILL !!!!!

What is the most important thing for weight loss?? Diet, Exercise, Activity, Attitude? It is all equally important I have found but, if there is something that I have seen make a difference in many of the people that I have known is the fact that they were committed. There are many experienced and educated persons like me out there that regardless of the knowledge and experience failed at the weight loss game. I trained people on weight loss and therapeutic diets so I knew better and yet I failed consistently. It was the lack of commitment to the weight loss that kept me from realizing my goal. Well Gang here it is the magic weight loss pill. Hope it helps. All the best to you all. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

What is the most important thing for weight loss?? Diet, Exercise, Activity, Attitude?
It is all equally important I have found, but if there is something that I have seen make a difference in many of the people who I have known, is the fact that they were committed. There are many experienced and nutrition educated persons like me out there that regardless of the knowledge and experience failed at the weight loss game. I trained people on weight loss and therapeutic diets so I knew better and yet I failed consistently. It was the lack of commitment to the weight loss that kept me from realizing my goal.
Well Gang here it is the magic weight loss pill. Hope it helps.
All the best to you all.
Jose G. Osuna

Lap Band.

This is a commitment we made. A change, and opportunity. Went trough the process and then went to surgery all the while spending lots of money ours and others. My question to you is? Have you given it a fair opportunity? Have you utilized it to its fullness? Have you planed the work and work the plan? You committed to it? So... Are you? If not... What is keeping you? What has been your challenge? Share please......

This is a commitment we made. A change, an opportunity.
Went trough the process and then went to surgery all the while spending lots of money  Ours and others.
My question to you is?
Have you given it a fair opportunity?
Have you utilized it to its fullness?
Have you planed the work and work the plan?
You committed to it?
So… Are you?
If not… What is keeping you? What has been your challenge?
Share please..

This is a re-post. I am trying to figure out what it is

that keeps us from obtaining the benefits we thought we were going to get

by having this procedure done.

We are all so different and I just hope some of you are willing to

share with the rest of us. I know that I would appreciate it.

Gang I have the Reliance Band and it has worked for me.

My challenges  have been my own, and in sharing I have learned

from some of you how to deal with a challenge or more.

Gang Stay Focus Stay Successful And Please Do Share.

Jose G. Osuna

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Let Go!!

cancel drama“Not all the people invited deserved it

Not all who deserved it were invited.”

Make sure that you are constantly on the lookout for those who bring you down,

Those who don’t share your ideals and dreams, Those with negative words,

Those that don’t push you up or drag you to the finish line.

clearly identify them and then: Give them love  From A Distance.

Do not allow negativity in your world and maintain a positive outlook.

Stay Focus Stay Successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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I Did Not Change.


i did notThere is a process to what we go through.

We dream, evaluate, plan, act, hope then act some more.

But more importantly… We define ourselves.

What we do in the process of all this is

very basic  We Find Ourselves.

Make sure your goals are big enough

that they scare you a little.

Gang let’s keep at it. Stay Focus Stay Successful

Jose G. Osuna

 www.labandformen.com

I Am Worth It.


working on meBack Pain, Headaches, Low Stamina,

Low Endurance, Huge Clothes.

I remember this things all too well and

know that I do not want to go back to them ever again.

This is a journey that has proven to be a lonely one and

I am ok with that because I know that it is not for everyone.

I do not know what is your “WHY” but make sure it is a strong,

valid, significant, and inspiring  “WHY” to you

because that will keep you inspired and on task.

Keep fighting the good fight.

Jose G. Osuna

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Yes You Can!

I do not hold it against them when people do not understand or clearly do not want me to succeed. I do not get mad but I do not let it get to me and allow them to bring me down or permit them to change my mind either. I want what I want and there is no question about it. This is why it is so important to know and keep in mind the WHY we do what we do. Let NO ONE bring you down and that includes you. Keep the focus. Keep pushing. Keep working on your plan and accomplish your goal. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

I do not hold it against them when people do not understand or clearly do not want me to succeed. I do not get mad but I do not let it get to me and allow them to bring me down or permit them to change my mind either.
I want what I want and there is no question about it.
This is why it is so important to know and keep in mind the WHY we do what we do.
Let NO ONE bring you down and that includes you.
Keep the focus. Keep pushing. Keep working on your plan and accomplish your goal.
Jose G. Osuna
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The Healthies You!

I have a weight goal and it inspires me. I have a dream of wearing the same size pants that I used before I got married back in 1986. But I also am smart enough to know and notice how well my body works as I loose the pounds. The extra energy and stamina. I notice how I can sleep better and even breath better. I love that my back pain almost disappears and the purple color on my feet and ankles goes away. So yes a pounds goal and a size in clothes is nice but for me I have to say feeling so much better in my own skin is truly priceless. Find your why and rock on with your bad self!! Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

I have a weight goal and it inspires me. I have a dream of wearing the same size pants that I used before I got married back in 1986,
but I also am smart enough to know and notice how well my body works as I lose the pounds. The extra energy and stamina.
I notice how I can sleep better and even breath better.
I love that my back pain almost disappears and the purple color on my feet and ankles goes away.
So yes a pounds goal and a size in clothes is nice but for me I have to say feeling so much better in my own skin is truly priceless.
Find your why and rock on with your bad self!!
Jose G. Osuna.

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Yes You Are!

you are too yungAnd for all that: Do not allow anyone to judge for being too old either.

We have things to do and who and how we are is no one else’s business.

What we want to change about us is not anyone’s business either,

so if you want to lose an ounce or a whatever amount of pounds

Rock On With Your Bad Self.

You decide what your future looks like., Only you.

Be a shark. Be a freaking SHARK.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

You Have The Power!

you have the power

We have a God-given right to choose.

Our decisions impact our life and that of those around us family and friends.

All of the little and seemingly insignificant decisions we make day in and day out

have the cumulative power to change and affect our lives.

There is a book titled the compound effect by Darren Hardy Publisher of Success Magazine.

In it Darren shows us the power both negative and positive that each and every decision

we make, can make a difference on the quality of our life.

The extra glass of wine, the fun size chocolate packet, or the extra serving of ice cream

can add up to significant calories, grams of carbs, grams of fat whatever you want to track.

BUT, just as well taking the extra steps by parking a little farther, drinking an extra glass of water,

walking just a little extra, adding a set to our workout, using mustard instead of mayo, etc.

has an effect. What will it be? The positive or negative?

We have the power to decide, we have the opportunity to change our tomorrows and,

by doing that change our life.

Use your power for good., for good longer living.

Gang as always all of the best for you all.

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entertain or in any way has value for you.

Jose G. Osuna

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On Self Love

Why we do what we do? I had to learn that while it was ok to continue to give to others and of my self., I had to find love to and for myself. It is not an egotistical journey but an adventure of discovery and self realization. I celebrate a pound lost or a size reduced. I am happy for an inch and happy for a ounce. I am happy to be doing better. Celebrate you progress. Because I am sure you will agree that not going back is progress in and of it self. Staying at the same weight for a long time is an issue but from one week to the next it just means that you were able to deal with cravings and temptations. Just Do Not Go Backwards. OK gang today as always I wish you all the best of the best. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

Why we do what we do?
I had to learn that while it was ok to continue to give to others and of my self., I had to find love to and for myself.
It is not an egotistical journey but an adventure of discovery and self-realization.
I celebrate a pound lost or a size reduced. I am happy for an inch and happy for an ounce.
I am happy to be doing better.
Celebrate you progress. Because I am sure you will agree that not going back is progress in and of it self.
Staying at the same weight for a long time is an issue but from one week to the next it just means that you were able to deal with cravings and temptations. Just Do Not Go Backwards.
OK gang today as always I wish you all the best of the best.
Jose G. Osuna
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Attitudes.

1457712_735144046514425_1918118794_nThis is the attitude we need

when dealing with negative, insensitive,

ignorant people.

It is human nature to allow others to

have influence in us.

If “they” are not walking day by day

in our shoes with our ups and downs,

our challenges and battles., their opinions

mean only what we allow them to be worth.

Don’t give-up that much power to anyone.

And to my friend in the Carolina’s I say

You can do it, you are worth it, YOU DESERVE IT.

Jose G. Osuna

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Commitments

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Someone told me once:

“You talk about always doing your walks

as if it was the easiest thing to do. It is

not always easy or practical you know.”

I took this picture on one of my walks

in Espanola, NM. The temperature was

below zero but I still went for my walk.

This does not make me better than anyone

else but it does makes me more committed

to my goals. There are times when I can not

go for my walk for a variety of reasons.

Tomorrow for example due to family

challenges I will not be able to go for my walk

and that is ok. I do not kick myself for it, and

instead I will be over careful with what I will

eat and drink.

I do not believe that we should be slaves to

our schedules but I firmly believe that we

must honor our commitments.

In the end, we can only do the best we can do.

Gang keep your goals and plans ever-present.

Jose G. Osuna

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Understanding.

What to do with those that do not understand our motives and in not understanding us or our reasons they undermine our efforts with comments and words and actions meant to derail us? I say: Let Them. But by allowing it lets not allow our selves to fall short of our dreams and aspirations. Let's continue to chase what we want and desire. Let's continue to chase the dream. Let's continue to follow our dreams and conquer our Goal. Let's Do It. Every Day. Jose G Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

What to do with those that do not understand our motives and in not understanding us or our reasons they undermine our efforts with comments and words and actions meant to derail us?
I say: Let Them. But by allowing it lets not allow our selves to fall short of our dreams and aspirations.
Let’s continue to chase what we want and desire. Let’s continue to chase the dream. Let’s continue to follow our dreams and conquer our Goal.
Let’s Do It. Every Day.
Jose G Osuna

You’ve Got IT.

you ve gotWhat is “IT”

For each of us “IT” is a different thing and

the key is to figure out as early in the game as possible

what “IT” is for you.

The clearer the picture of who we are, where we are going,

why we are going there and what we are willing to do in order to

get there will prove invaluable when the setbacks hit and they will.

Gang Keep the why ever-present and continue to work

on your goals and dreams.

Jose G. Osuna

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About Choices.

choicesAs we start the year we are confronted with choices.

What will we decide. I truly don’t know but I know that it is

my goal to have the best and more kick ass year ever.

Will I do it? Will you?

Gang… Stay focused on your goals and dreams.

Put them in paper so you can refer to them often like:

In the morning before you start your day and at night

before you go to bed.

Here it is to us.. May we make the right choices.

Jose G.Osuna

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Happy New Year 2018!!

1414726291192Happy, Prosperous and Successful New Year!!!

Live On Purpose.

Jose G. Osuna

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Unique US.

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You. Me. Them.

We are all unique. And because of that, much thanks should be given.

A sea of sameness would be the ultimate boring trap.

It is our uniqueness that makes it nice and interesting.

I like it when I amicably compare myself to others, as it always ends up in laughter and at times some comedic fun.

I may not be as tall, or funny, or my hair as great compared to him/her.

Or my weight loss program, may be better than his but a joke compared to hers.

It is not only ok, but actually great to be different or unique.

However you wish to see it.

All I know is: I am happy with me.

Where are you on this?

Share a laugh or ten.

Jose G. Osuna

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It Is Friday.

bad workout

It is Friday.

As you look at the week that is ending today

how do you feel? Did you drink the water? Did you take your vitamins?

Did you go for your walk or run? Did you do your workout?

Did you measured your portions?

If you did GREAT!  But if you didn’t no sweat

We get to start today and do better…. You know the drill

Measure you portions, drink the water, stay active, workout,

take your meds and vitamins,

STAY FOCUSED REMAIN FOCUSED

Why? Because you deserve it.

Now drop and give me twenty!!!!!

Just kidding 🙂

We know better., let’s do the right things.

Jose G. Osuna

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On Life.

good things happenFor those of you familiar with my blog and

work you know that I have been working

on getting to my ideal weight yes., but I am also

working on creating a life I can feel proud of.

In the process of making a difference in and for

my circle of influence I have shared honestly and,

have contributed with advise from my own

past experiences.

Me just like you have had nice and significant

triumphs but had also to wrestle with the

Alligator of failure and short comings.

On the spirit of sharing I want to tell you the two

things that are making a difference in my daily

battle., this are things that are working for a

hard case like me so maybe they can make a

difference for someone else out there.

1.- I have a coach that has been kicking my ass

up and down the long hours of the day.

Her outside view with the inside info she

gets from me has had outstanding results.

2.- the influence of the products, service and support

of the 48 days community. Gang you do not have

to buy anything to get some great free tools and

you can join their weekly podcast for free. Why do I

recommend it? Well because in the process of

doing more than just loosing weight I am building

a life and a business and  there I have found real

people with real dreams and some of the challenges

that we all face. If you are working on more than

just loosing weight and making a living take a look at

their program I hope you benefit as much as I have.

To the right you can find an affiliate link that will

take you straight to their site. As I said before you DO NOT

have to buy anything but you can get a lot for free.

Gang till the next time.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Healing.

DamageSad but we all have something within us that

at some point and time controlled or at least

affected our life or the ability to enjoy it.

By developing our daily routines we strengthen

our selves not just physically but also spiritually

and with that we can move on towards a better

series of tomorrows.

Keep your goals and commitments present.

Go for your walk and do your exercises

as you said you would., and follow your diet too.

Learn to keep your word., to others but more importantly

To Your Self.

Our project is our life and body and both are

within our grasp to improve or mess up.

Gang we can and we should.

Jose G. Osuna

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The Impact Of Other’s In Our Life.

be alergic to negative peopleIt is incredible the impact that at times other people around us have in our life.

We can not choose our family but I tell you if someone from your family brings

you down it is time for you to choose just how much time you spend with him/her.

If you have a friend whom you love but is poisoning your efforts it is time for you to

love from a distance., a safe distance.

Many will say “I will help you” “I will support you” “I am here for you” and they will.,

until you actually need them. Then the diarrhea of excuses happens.

Choose the people around you. Your life, dreams and hopes are way too important.

Find and associate with persons who bring value to your life.

Jose G. Osuna

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Let Them Talk.

worry about yourselfLet others worry and talk about whatever

they want. YOU on the other hand

must worry about you!

No one will do what it takes to make you

better and they shouldn’t.

“If it is to be it is up to me”

is the policy we must live by.

Clean eating, exercising, sleeping,

hydrating and all the other things we do daily

to keep us going benefit only us.

with that in mind make sure that you

are working on your goals (you have them right??)

Live better and longer by remaining

focus on the daily improvement of you as a

person and individual.

Keep fighting the good fight.

Jose G. Osuna

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The Little Voice

Negative CommitteeNot a whole lot more that needs saying

Enough people try to mess with us our dreams

our hope, our goals, our life, our past and future.

Let’s not help them!

Quiet the voice in your head and listen

to the dreams of your heart.

Haters Gonna Hate.

Let’s choose not to participate.

Gang let’s keep on keeping on.

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Reality Shock!!

You never realize

It is amazing the things we do when our backs are against the wall.

Recently I was in limbo in regards to my health and future in general. I decided I could not control the results but I could control my reaction and the ensuing decisions. I pushed my diet and re-focus my goals. I started again

I felt out of control and out of options. THAT was what made me push harder and fight to regain some form of normalcy and control. I found strength and personal power, resolve I did not knew I had.

I do not know what it is that will bring the fight out of you but I hope you can find it at the time of your greatest need.

Goals, Dreams, Plans are things not to take lightly. This are the things we fight for. This are the things that change us.

Keep pushing, keep working and by all means keep dreaming.

All the best to all of you.

Jose G. Osuna

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Life And Reality

be thakfullSadly many times it takes a disappointment

to realize and figure out short comings.

We must be aware and continually look

for what is missing in our daily life.

We need people who care enough for us

that they show us with their actions that they

are not just lip service and when they say

“I am here for you” or “I will support you”

they mean it.

Regardless the responsibility for our life

rests squarely on our shoulders.

And here is where love and gratitude

comes to the front as I think of the one woman

who has made the biggest difference in my life

My wife Amy whose patience, loyalty, love

And strength has made my life better.

Lot’s Of Love Babe you are always present

When so many others choose not to.

Let’s keep our eyes open and continue

to push for growth and continued progress

Jose G. Osuna

Regardless.

Always AlwaysThe inherent imperfection of being human.

We hope too much, We love too much.

We expect too much, We want too much.

We give too much, We push too much.

And some times we and those around us

fall short of what is expected.

Maybe it is just me.

The reality is that we all must be

honest, realists, sensible specially when

it comes to planning our activities.

We must at all times keep the main thing

the main thing as Mr. Covey told us.

Let’s keep those things that are relevant to us

on the front burner and continue to push.

Our health and goals are worth it.

Let’s make it happen.

Keep Working Today On A Better Tomorrow.

Jose G. Osuna

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Working On Me.

body under constructionIs it just me or, at times it seems harder to convince

our minds to get a “Move On” that it is for our bodies

to feel ready and up to it.

I noticed on my last visit to the gym that my mind

tried all the way through my work out to convince me

with many rather creative arguments that we should

just pack it up and go back home.

I am telling you all that I have long tiring arguments

about religion, politics and history and never have I

encountered a more determined adversary than

my own mind.

Quite a learning experience and I used a technique

an old trainer of mine thought me back in Mexico when

I was into competitive weight lifting.

He said “Win one battle at a time., first get up then

get out after that just get to the gym., Then is when it

will get interesting he said. One routine after another

and then and only then when you are done you can agree

with your reluctant mind and go home.

Never forget that every battle counts and you should fight

to the end and never ever give up because also, every

time you loose the battle it counts., it counts against you.

Nothing but winners here so gang let’s keep on keeping on.

Also if you think yourself a winner or a fighter go find

the podcast “every day is Saturday” by my very good

friend Sam Crowley. Very good and inspiring stuff.

Jose G. Osuna

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The Why Of Commitment.

All we have is us. Really., When we are on our walk or run, when we are in the middle of our workout and when we are planning our meals we are by ourselves. Then again we do have

All we have is us. Really., When we are on our walk or run, when we are in the middle of our workout and when we are planning our meals we are by ourselves. Then again we do have “something” that should stay with us as we go through this and all the steps of our journey. Our Goals, Our Dreams. Our Hopes. That is what creates the voice that gets us out of bed. That is the strength to continue and keep on keeping on.
Do not forget the why.
Until the next one.
Jose G. Osuna   #lapbandformen

 

Suck It Up!

Once we decide on a plan of action the motion should only be forward and when we decided to have WLS a lot got in motion. Now, it is up to us that the motion continues and it continues forward. Follow the program It Works. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

Once we decide on a plan of action the motion should only be forward and when we decided to have WLS a lot got in motion. Now, it is up to us that the motion continues and it continues forward.
Follow the program It Works.
Jose G. Osuna
http://www.lapbandformen.com     #lapbandformen

Cry Fat Cry!

Screaming Fat.

Yes. We have and need some fantasies as we are working out.

I really want to hear fat and calories scream as they are burned and destroyed.

This one of the things that I think about on my daily 4.5 mile walk.

Have a great day you all.

Jose G. Osuna

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New Beginings.

crawlingTruly like this pic.

As a regular person I know of having had failure and times and moments when

the bed wins in the early morning and the doughnuts with the coffee.

But I also know of the pain and frustration when the bastard bathroom scale laughs

in my face. So guess what… I accept it and try again and then try again.

It is my goal to win and regardless of what happens outside of my head I will

continue to fight this fight.

I know that I am the only one who has ever failed at the battle of the pounds

so for all of the high achievers out there please just take this as comedy material.

NOW…. Should there be anyone else like me out there who is being challenged by

a pound of two I welcome your input and comments.

I am fighting a rather large battle and I have quite a lot against me yet.,

I am here working on more and better.

I m having my weight tracker adjusted so there is a public record and we shall

see where this road takes us.

I have this time enlisted the help of a life coach and I see how some of the

“OTHER” aspects of my life are improving and falling into place

so we shall see how this very important part of my life works out.

She is the nicest, toughest, most caring, knowledgeable, drill Sargent bitch

I have ever encountered in my life. I choose to do this online and through e-mail and

It is working for me. With a weekly evaluation and planning session and two to four

contacts by text or MSM messages through out the week she seems to be ever-present.

As I have always told you: Figure out what works for you and your needs

and go forward with it. Forget what others say and figure out YOU.

Jose G. Osuna

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No More “Can’t”

clear your mind

Re-evaluate your goals and remember

that your goals must not only inspire you but

push you to grow.

And if you really want to push yourself

make your goals a little scary from their sheer size.

Go Kick Ass on this year 2017.

Jose G Osuna

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Changes And Challenges!

It is not just to know what to do as it is to actually DO. It is not the lack of dreams but the lack of action that keeps most of us stuck. Me just like so many others at my 48 years of age have found that it is indeed REGRETS what hurts most. It is the knowledge and understanding that what I wanted was right there for the taking and I did not take the adequate actions. I do not want anymore of those regrets. I do not want to look back anymore and continue to find holes and more holes on my dreams. If it is weight I want to work at it. If it is economical I want to try and conquer it. I have a long way to go on many areas of my life and I am step by step pushing forward. I am not different of better than anyone else I just am at a point where I have literally run out of excuses and have had an explosion of new dreams and new goals. I have not had anything published in years and had it not been for this challenging times I would probably not had published anything. I have the first of my works at amazon and more in the pipe-line and I have to say.... "Better published than perfect" I heard that quote in Entrepreneur On Fire and it just kicked my gut. I do not know what it is that anyone else needs but you must find what it is that is keeping you stuck. Find it and destroy it. All the best wishes to you all and keep dreaming but make sure you wake up every day and work on fulfilling your dreams and hopes. Jose G. Osuna www.lapbandformen.com

It is not just to know what to do as it is to actually DO.
It is not the lack of dreams but the lack of action that keeps most of us stuck.
Me just like so many others at my 51 years of age have found that it is indeed REGRETS what hurts most. It is the knowledge and understanding that what I wanted was right there for the taking and I did not take the adequate actions.
I do not want anymore of those regrets. I do not want to look back anymore and continue to find holes and more holes on my dreams.
If it is weight I want to work at it. If it is economical I want to try and conquer it.
I have a long way to go on many areas of my life and I am step by step pushing forward. I am not different of better than anyone else I just am at a point where I have literally run out of excuses and have had an explosion of new dreams and new goals. Thanks go to my wife Amy.
I have not had anything published in years and had it not been for this challenging times I would probably not had published anything. I have the first of my works at amazon and more in the pipe-line and I have to say…. “Better published than perfect” I heard that quote in Entrepreneur On Fire and it just kicked my gut.
I do not know what it is that anyone else needs but you must find what it is that is keeping you stuck. Find it and destroy it.
All the best wishes to you all and keep dreaming but make sure you wake up every day and work on fulfilling your dreams and hopes.
Jose G. Osuna

 

 

 

 

Mediocre Not.

a toast“”NOTHING IS AS EASY AS BEING MEDIOCRE””

Nohemi Garcia D’ Osuna (RIP)

That was my mother a woman wise beyond her years.

Comments like that were the tool she used to teach me.

Today on what would have been her B’ Day I just wanted to Honor her.

Gang. Let us continue to take the road less traveled.,

Let’s continue to try harder to be the best version of ourselves.

And to my mother wherever she is Happy Birthday. You are missed.

Jose G. Osuna

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Weapons Of Self Destruction.

accept your flaws“Never give anyone weapons against you”

My father thought me this at a very young age and I have never forgotten it.

In our daily quest be it for weight loss, economical improvement, religious growth

or whatever important to us crusade we are on., we must remember that

not everyone will like, agree or understand what it is that we are doing or why.

Be clear as to what it is that you want and why and from then on

continue to make continuous steady progress towards the realization

of your end goal.

Figure out who you are. Decide who you want to become.

Get to work.

Make It Happen!

bitch.Have an empowered attitude and:

Make Health Happen!

Make Weight Loss Happen!

Make A Better Life Happen!

Make A Better Relationship Happen!

Use your #WLS to help you become a better

version of yourself.

Jose G. Osuna

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DECISION.

critical decisionPUSH PAST THE PAIN!!

IT IS THOSE EXTRA REPS, THE EXTRA STEPS THAT CAN

THE DIFFERENCE EVERY SINGLE TIME.

MY MOTHER SAID TO ME “THE ONLY THING EASIER THAN QUITTING

IS BEING MEDIOCRE”

I KNOW THAT THAT IS NOT YOU AND IT IS NOT ME.

REMEMBER NOT EASY BUT VERY DOABLE.

KEEP IT UP GANG.

JOSE G. OSUNA

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It Happens. It Can Happen To You!

The secret is to want it bad enough. SO.....What is your excuse?

THE SECRET IS TO WANT IT BAD ENOUGH.

YOU, ME ANYBODY CAN WORK ON A BETTER TOMORROW

BY WORKING ON US TODAY.

BUT IT SEEMS WE ALWAYS HAVE AN EXCUSE HIDING BEHIND A “REASON”

SO… WHAT IS YOUR EXCU….   REASON?

LET’S DO IT GANG! NO ONE CAN DO THE PUSH UPS FOR US

 WISHING YOU AND ME A HEALTHIER TOMORROW.

JOSE G. OSUNA

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And Then They Asked HOW??

at firstIsn’t if funny how the tone goes from one extreme to the other as soon as

the changes begin to show?

My biggest one was with my low carb diet., being of Hispanic descent

we consume lots of starch loaded foods.

But going from 361+ pounds to about 225 pounds gets people’s attentions.

By the way I am not bragging as if you have been following you know that I regained it and

then proceeded to add a few more pounds on top.

So lets take from this post that 1.- People will not always understand. 2.- The plan works.

3.- If we do not pay attention we can always go back.

And 4.- People will be inspired by our actions. Try and be inspiring. Reach out and help someone, Anyone.

keep up the great work guys.

Jose G. Osuna

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EXCELLENCE.

you can be excellent

Yes. This is for you and for me.

Regardless of it all we can and should be Excellent.

Ignore or even better… FORGET all the negative, all the bad, all that was

and concentrate on the What Can Be.

If you truly want to be excellent Have Big Goals And Even Bigger Dreams.

Gang… It is time to GO BIG!

Jose G. Osuna

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The Meds In Our Days.

Pills

I know very well that I have to take certain meds

every single day. At very specific times.

 I know that I need them.

But What to do when for whatever reason we

are unable to take them. What to do when

the pain hits and you are unable to function.

If you are depressed or dealing with fibro

with out your meds you might as well

just sit and breath as there is not much else

you can do. I KNOW.

There are many reason why we at times are

unable to take our meds as prescribed and

we must avoid that by any means but when it

happens try to have a plan B even if it is just

to howl at the moon in a therapeutic fashion.

or fantasize about inflicting the same pain

on some one who has not kept their promises.

Hope you never go through putting up with pain

because of lack of meds… It Sucks

If you use lyrica or Cymbalta like I do you know

how severe the withdrawals are if you do not

follow the prescribed times.

I guess I am just venting and letting my own

body know that we still have more battles to

fight in the future. All in all pains and all

I am grateful to be alive today.

I wish you all a great one today and always.

Jose G. Osuna

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Have You Hugged Your Hater?

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So True!!

But they are the first ones to bring up the

failures and mistakes carefully leaving out

how they were never of help or assistance.

They were there they were just not there

for us.

It is ok. That did not and, does not keep us

in the hole. The hole of being broke, overweight,

sick, alone.

I just love the face of disgust as the haters see

us doing better. So great to piss them off

as they have to be there and see us be what

we all along knew we could be. Just an extra

fringe benefit since we did and continue to

do things for us and not for them.

Gang go out there and kill it every day.

make every day count and when you are

tired and ready to go home…. Do another set

as you think of the haters that will get a

belly ache when they see you next time.

It is MONDAY!!!!

Fuck It. Do It. Enjoy It.

Jose G. Osuna

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Gratitude.

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But more importantly thank you for

the opportunity of Today.

Let us not miss the opportunity to make

today count and get the most of it.

We must not allow others and external

circumstances rob us the chance to make

a difference in our life with our daily

decisions and commitments.

Stay with your plan and go for your walk

or run, take your meds, drink the water,

chew each bite twice as much,

do a work out as often as you can.

make sure that if you had WLS vitamins

are part of your daily routine.

Weight loss is important and deserves

that we give it our all. This is NOT

a dress rehearsal this is our life.

Now let’s go make the most of it.

Stay focus stay successful.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

HAPPY NEW WEEK!!

all you need is a monday.Happy Monday Gang

How did we do this past weekend?

Did we stick with the diet? Did we drink the water?

Did we take the meds? Did we take our vitamins?

Anyway…. It is Monday and it is time for a fresh start.

Are we ready to change our life?

I find myself in need of a fresh start.  I find myself in the

middle of a BLAHHHH SEASON. And I have

Plenty of people to blame it on but the reality is that it is all

on me. Yes it is all on me.

That folks is a very empowering statement. Because by the time

some of you are reading this I will be pushing my self to do

what was my regular 4.5 mile walk. Yes I had abandoned it

because of pain and a bunch of other excuses and I really

can not afford to have excuses. I have too much shit to do

in life and well I just need to get with it.

My gym membership has expired as of yesterday and I am

not renewing it. There is nothing I was doing there that I can

not do on my own.  The only benefit I will not have is that

I will not be there for the senior citizen and pregnant woman

programs and I liked those because I felt young and skinny.

Yes I understand that is a bit of an ass-hole statement but hey

I took and used all the help and motivation I could get.

I noticed some guys checking out the younger chicks SORRY

NOT ME. That didn’t do shit for me other than make me

loose count and I had no time for that.

Guys… I know that I sound like a broken record but we really

must know ourselves. We must know our strengths and acknowledge

our weaknesses. (like my spelling)

Don’t go to the gym hungry. Don’t go to the gym with out a drink.

And please use the equipment and move on there are people

waiting that have stuff to do. Clean your mess too please.

Gang. It is Monday. Look at yourself and if you see the need for

change be honest with yourself. Better you than anyone else.

And try honestly to be the best you can be. It is worth it.

Gang Stay Focused Stay Successful.

Jose G. Osuna

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY RED

A Healthy Allergy.

be alergic to negative peopleFew things in the universe affect us more than

Negative People

I call those people “Poison and negativity” and  avoid them

like the plague. Want to change your circumstances? Change the people

you surround your self with. My Friend John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneur On Fire

closes each daily podcast with this: ” you are the average of the 5 persons you

spend the most of your time”  You want more? You want better?

Find the people that are doing and getting what you want and hang around them.

Weight loss, better health, more money, better relationships, etc., It works

for it all.

OK gang as always all the best to you and your loved ones.

Jose G. Osuna