This post is a part of a sponsored series that I am writing in conjunction with this book. All opinions are strictly my own.

I have lost control

It doesn’t seem real that I so much lighter not that long ago. I had weight loss surgery (a sleeve) almost 2 years ago and apparently I never learned how to eat properly. The weight came back WITH A VENGEANCE. I am back to pre-surgery weight and it’s time to do it the right way, by learning how to eat like a thinner person.

There are so many diet books & programs on the market

But, with a little help from my wife, I decided that I’d pick up a copy of Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion and just DO IT. I knew that I was a grazer, eating both full meals as well as snacks throughout the day…into the evening.

“Late-night eating also curbs calorie intake the next day. In a four-week study, dieters added a snack to their daily regimen 90 minutes after dinner every night, and check this out: late-night eaters ate an average of 397 fewer calories per day.”

A three-phase Plan of attack on my weight

With a laundry list of WHY I need this program that includes getting my blood pressure in check, my health back to where it was, and most of all, my golf swing back in the groove (my stance is different since gaining the weight back), I’m ready to commit. I’m beginning the acceleration plan, which lasts 14 days TODAY, and I’ll keep you posted on not only my progress, but also any setbacks that I may have.

No more excuses

It’s time to start. Whether it’s for

• Health easons
• To have more energy
• To lose weight
• Rebalancing your fat-burning hormones
• Boost your metabolism
• Balance your blood sugar
• Get a good night’s sleep

If I can do it, so can you

If you’d like to join me and lose weight as well, pick up your copy of Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion >>  PURCHASE HERE

WHAT?

First of all, I’m not a fishing kind of guy. I could be, but I don’t think that I’ve held a rod in my hand since fishing off the bridge near my home when I was in middle school. Oh, I’ve been out on plenty of “fishing boats” but the only thing we were really fishing for was another beer and another story. So, why am I writing about fishing from a kayak in the days of social distancing?

Because it’s a great way to spend time alone

Mind you, I’ve never kayaked either, but Zippy and I live near the ocean and there are plenty of kayak rentals that dot the beach area, making them inexpensive and easy to access without even owning one and I imagine that there’s nothing quite like the combination of the thrill of fishing and the solitude of ocean kayaking (except maybe hitting a bucket of golf balls or skiing down a quiet mountain trail).

Don’t you think ocean kayak fishing sounds like fun?

Apparently, anyone can do it, not just professional kayakers, and all that is required is the right kind of kayak and you can be on your way. Imagine floating in your kayak in the middle of the ocean, having a peaceful day of fishing. It could be you (or it could be me – just not you AND me)! I do know that it’s really important to have some basic kayaking skills for this kind of kayaking activity. The only difference between fishing in your back yard, fishing in your kayak and fishing in the ocean is the kind of kayak that you use.

If you’re going to buy one, I’m pretty sure that you will find that ocean-style kayaks cost much more than other types of kayaks. And, you want to be sure that you buy a good ocean kayak, because the ocean can be a dangerous place if you do not have the best equipment. Ocean kayaks are easy to find, but they may be hard to select among. Choosing a kayak is a difficult decision unless you are well-informed. Knowing what is required is important. It makes your decision so much easier. That’s why I suggest renting at first, to make sure that you really enjoy it and exactly the type of ocean kayak works best for you.

The good thing is that ocean fishing kayaks are very much more durable than other kayaks and are built for comfort and speed (vs just floating along down a lazy river). They have tall backrests to keep you in place when you encounter waves and is storage space to keep your fishing gear and other equipment in so you do not dump them in the water.

Kayaking is a wonderful way to fish. It makes for a relaxing and enjoyable trip wherever you go. Now’s the time to start catching those huge ocean fish. Or if you’re like me, you’ll come home and tell your wife about the one that got away.