Race car driver speeds to weight loss finish

Race car drivers are known for three things: speed, determination, and focus. For driver Trent Seidel, those qualities also come in handy when losing weight.

Weight wasn't always a problem for Trent. As a teenager, he was regularly active. But once he got older, his lifestyle slowed, and he found himself working out less.

Each year, the numbers on the scale crept higher. Trent's bad eating habits didn't help. He rarely ate breakfast, and was guilty of late night snacking. Fruit meant a glass of orange juice, while the only vegetable he ate came in the form of carrot cake.

Before long, Trent hit 268 pounds. He suffered from sleep apnea, and rarely got a good night's sleep. He also underwent two surgeries for varicose veins, where his extra weight made his leg swollen and uncomfortable.

Despite his weight, Trent was an avid race car driver. His determination in the driver's seat had helped him succeed in business and life before. Now, Trent decided to focus this energy on dropping the pounds.

In November 2006, Trent joined his local Saskatoon L A Weight Loss center. He paired up with a personal weight loss counselor, Lindee, and learned how to turn his diet from heavy to healthy.

He replaced fried and fatty foods with fresh fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and water. Lindee taught him the importance of portion control, and held him accountable for his diet decisions. Trent also enjoyed L A Lite bars and supplements.

After one year on the program, Trent lost 59 pounds. He's now at 210 pounds -- only 10 pounds away from his weight loss goal!

For Trent, the best part about being thinner is feeling as good as he looks. He can participate in activities he hasn't done since his teenage years, such as running, doing sit-ups, and lifting weights. No wonder he feels 16 again!

Plus, his confidence has skyrocketed, and he appreciates his health and happiness all the more. Trent's story proves that with the right amount of determination, anything is possible. And with his weight goal so close, the checkered flag is in sight. Race to the finish line, Trent!

Here's Trent at 269 pounds:



And here he is today, looking great at 210 pounds. Great work, Trent! Keep it up!



But wait, check out his ride. This is what I call a good-lookin' car!



FAST FACTS

Name: Trent Seidel
Hometown: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Age: 42
Height: 5'11"

Starting weight: 269 pounds
Goal weight: 200 pounds
Current weight: 210 pounds
Program start date: November 2006

Favorite food: Steak.

Biggest temptation: Sweets.

Biggest motivator: Receiving constant support from his wife.

Biggest obstacle: Shaking all of his bad eating habits.

Old eating philosophy: Eating whatever tastes good.

New eating philosophy: Eating wisely and reading labels.

Best thing about losing weight: Being able to do much more.

Best weight loss secret learned: Use and maintain your metabolism.