• Detox:  My experience is changing one's eating habits requires good planning.  I'm not going to start drinking V8 from now, so I had better come up with a plan.  Good, easy meals are the way to go.  I do like oatmeal, All Bran, chicken and veggies, so I'll incorporate these right away.  The extra fiber will help flush my system, along with Cranberry or Grape juice.  I'm going to nix coffee, the caffeine is too much for me.  Extra water!
• Stretching:  This is vital to any workout program.  I'll focus on extra stretching this week to help me limber up.
• Cardio and Light weights:  I'm not going to be running a marathon, or playing in the NFL anytime soon.  As such, it's important to get my body acclimated to my new routine.  I'll stress a progressive schedule with my cardio and circuit-style training
• Sleep Schedule:  I won't be able to function if things get out of control.  Eight hours will now be mandatory.

As of today, my weight is 202.  My long term goal is to get to 175, that would be just about right for my height and build.  I've taken body measurements, and will be tracking those too (I'll spare you from the numbers).

 You can look in my Dublin photos for a "before" picture.