It's that time of year again...

[peejman]

Its the time of year when we all start to think about New Year's resolutions. Losing weight is always a very popular thing. Everywhere you read about starting an exercise program always contains some statement to the effect of "consult your doctor prior to starting any exercise program." Most people (me included) tend to gloss over that statement. Folks, please don't ignore that advice. I lost a friend on friday because of it.

 

My friend Dwayne, who's always been a big boy, had really gotten big over the last year. The scale recently tipped past 300 lbs and he decided that was enough and it was time to lose some weight. Apparently his ticker wasn't up to the task. He suffered a massive heart attack while exercising with his family. He was exactly 2 weeks older than me (37).

 

Nobody likes going to the doctor. Which is your preferred source of info, your family doc or the coroner?

 

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On a related note.... make sure you've got a decent life insurance policy. You never know when you'll need it.

 

/end of PSA.

 

:)

[UncleJak]

Sorry for the loss of your friend.  I lost a friend a few years back in a similar way.  My thoughts go to the friends and family.