My Body My Temple

It’s my birthday, so…

Yes, I had cake. Yes, I had ice cream too. But years ago, one cheat day would turn into a cheat week… then a cheat month… and before I knew it, I was right back in unhealthy habits.

This time was different.

I enjoyed my birthday, drank water, went for a walk, then hit the gym. Incline treadmill. Sweat. Weights. More water. Now it’s time for rest and recovery.

One day of celebrating will not destroy your progress. The key is discipline, balance, and getting right back on track.

Enjoy your birthday. Celebrate life. Just don’t quit on yourself afterward.

My body, my temple, you only get one.

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you…? Therefore honor God with your bodies.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV)

You’re working out? Who cares?

Most people walk into the gym thinking everyone’s watching them. They’re not. Everyone is focused on themselves, their goals, their struggles, their progress. You’re not competing with anyone in that room. The only competition that matters is who you were yesterday. Did you show up? Did you get better? That’s the win.

My body, my temple, you only get one.

This didn’t start in the gym… it started in my mind.

I was losing pieces of myself—
Epilepsy. Memory fading. Confidence gone.
Over 330 pounds. Tired. Uncertain.

Then came brain surgery.

Afterward, I couldn’t even walk across the house.
Walker. Staples in my head. Every step hurt.

But I made a decision…
I was not going to fail.

I leaned on God. I claimed my healing.
And every day—I moved.

Today, I’m nearly 2 years seizure-free.
Down over 70 pounds.
Stronger. Sharper. Disciplined.

The real transformation?
Mind first. Body follows.

This is a lifestyle. Not a quick fix.

If I can do it… so can you.

My body. My temple. You only get one.

“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2

“Step Aside and Let God” — Son of a Preacher (S.O.A.P.)
Available now on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, iTunes, YouTube, and all major platforms.

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Spring Into Summer: The Fat Loss Playbook

No shortcuts. No extremes. Just consistency, discipline, and showing up every day with intention.

I’ve been locking in—training hard, fueling my body right, staying active, and protecting my peace. This isn’t about quick weight loss. It’s about real transformation… burning fat, building strength, and becoming a better version of myself daily.

The goal isn’t just to look different. It’s to live different. My body, my temple… you only get one.

“Run in such a way as to get the prize.” — 1 Corinthians 9:24

The Calorie Cheat Code: The 3 C’s to Burning Fat

Fat loss doesn’t have to be complicated. The real key is a caloric deficit, burning more calories than you consume over time. Consistent cardio and strength training help create that deficit, which not only burns fat but also helps reduce dangerous visceral fat surrounding your organs. This simple strategy helped me lose 70 pounds in about six months. It’s not about perfection. It’s about consistency.

My body, my temple. You only get one.

“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you?”
1 Corinthians 6:19

Highlights

“THE TRUTH”

I had the opportunity to talk with my Sensei, Mark Gallagher - AmeriKick, about the truth when it comes to mixed martial arts and physical fitness. Boxing and jiu jitsu are some of the most complete workouts you can do. It builds strength, endurance, discipline, and confidence at the same time, and I’m grateful and humbled to be able to learn from a great teacher.

If you’ve ever thought about training, this is your sign to start. For the best training, make sure you visit AmeriKick Martial Arts-Northeast Philly!

My body, my temple, you only get one.

“Physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:8

You can look good on the outside and still be in danger on the inside. Visceral fat is the fat that surrounds your organs. Your heart. Your liver. Your pancreas. It is linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and chronic inflammation. You cannot spot reduce it with crunches. The only way to reduce visceral fat is by lowering overall body fat through strength training, consistent movement, reducing added sugars, eating whole foods, sleeping well, and managing stress. This is not about vanity. It is about longevity. Protect your engine. My body, my temple. You only get one.

“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you?” 1 Corinthians 6:19

I have something to confess.

This weekend I fell off. Ice cream, cake, all of it. But instead of beating myself up, I made a decision to rise up. I didn’t sit in guilt. I jumped into action. I drank a lot of water to rehydrate and flush my system. I moved my body. Not punishment, not extremes. Just movement to reset. A walk, a sweat, a reminder that progress isn’t about perfection, it’s about recovery. If probiotics are safe for you and approved by your doctor, supporting your gut health after heavy sugar can help too. What matters isn’t that you slip. What matters is how fast you stand back up. You don’t fix overeating with shame. You fix it with action. Hydrate. Move. Reset. Tomorrow is a new day and your body is still worth taking care of. My body, my temple.

“His mercies are new every morning.” Lamentations 3:23

Blizzard Outside. Discipline Inside.

Snow is here. More is coming. Being stuck inside is when most people binge eat and fall off.

Don’t.

Move your body. Squats. Wall pushups. Lunges. Planks. Walk the house. Ten minutes every hour beats zero.
Drink water first. Eat smaller meals. Choose fruit, nuts, yogurt, soups, lean protein. Keep junk out of sight.

Storms don’t have to add weight.

My Body, My Temple. You only get one.
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit… Therefore honor God with your bodies.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20