with
Kenny John
visual artist, entrepreneur, budding fitness junkie
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I started my journey on September 22, 2013. The
turning point for my decision to begin, came when
I could no longer convince myself that I was happy
with the person I saw in the mirror. I always knew
that I needed to take better care of my health, and
decided it was time to start, before it was too late.
When my journey began, I tipped the scale at 285
lbs. To date, I have lost a total of 70 pounds.
I’ve always been a “big guy”. I tried to convince
myself that it was “not an issue”. I always wanted to
be fit and in the best shape possible. However, all my
attempts in the past failed. I said I wanted to become
healthier, but my mindset had not truly changed,
and so the results never came. Maintaining my
progress has been relatively easy, because I now see
food differently. It is not a diet, but a lifestyle. Once
you understand and accept this, and learn proper
nutrition, it becomes easier to say no to unhealthy
choices and yes to healthier ones.
My goal is much more than weight-loss, so instead
of a target weight, I intend to build muscle and a
strong physique. For as long as I can remember,
I’ve avoided the beach because of my insecurities
with my weight. I know I’ve come a long way,
because weeks ago I decided to book my very first
photo shoot… and we’re headed to the beach.
Although I am not where I want to be, I know will
get there. Let me add that I’ll have fun while I do it!
My confidence has increased. My insecurities have
decreased. I see now what I am capable of and I’m
excited to see what I will continue to accomplish!
My daily meals are either cooked or purchased.
To maintain an elevated metabolic rate, I have to
consume 5 to 6 meals daily. I find myself cooking
2 to 3 times a week, to maintain my nutrition. I had
to discover interesting ways to prepare my meals
without using unhealthy options, as I did in the
past. I decided to post photos of my recipes and
dishes, and they immediately drew interest from
friends and followers. This eventually sparked the
idea to create a page, website and even video posts
of my recipes, and Kooking With Kenny was born!
Kooking With Kenny: I had been playing with the
My motivation and what kept me going through it idea for a few months, now since my weight-loss
all, was: Results! They never lie!
journey has progressed, and I have gained more
Six months ago, I started off by going to the gym 5 followers, I have made a decision to inspire and
days a week. Each day, I focused on a different body encourage them to take charge of their health,
segment, while steadily increasing my workout and they in turn, continue to inspire me. For those
intensity. Currently, I’ve extended my fitness routine of you who are considering your very own “green
to 5-7 days a week, 1.5 - 2 hours, still focusing on lifestyle” or “weight loss journey”: As you begin to
cardio and body building. I maintain my nutrition exercise to lose weight, your food consumption
throughout the day. My strength, endurance and should actually increase. Healthier foods, in smaller
stamina have increased. I’m lifting heavier weights, portions, in 5-6 meals a day, keeps your metabolic
rate elevated. If you desire constant results,
and I am pleased with the results I see.
remember to give your body the nutrition it needs.
Originally, my goal was to build a “hotter body”. You too can achieve results, just like I did.
Then I realized how important nutrition is and the
role it plays. My new goal then became: to build a
better body through healthier choices and good
nutrition, and the aesthetics and physique will
develop automatically.