Anthony Tam Programme: Jennifer Walker, The Natural Health Clinic, Wyndham Street, Central.
Starting weight: 81.5 kg (179 lbs) Present weight: 76 kg (167 lbs) 'I'm looking for a toned body, not a big, bulging one,' said Anthony of his new training programme at his local gym. He is working out for one hour three days a week, far more than he had been doing. His weight hadn't budged for more than a month and he realised more effort was needed. He didn't cut portion sizes but, on Jennifer's advice, rearranged his meals so that he eats more protein and carbohydrates earlier in the day, when he is more active.
He has cut out bread in favour of rice, which Jennifer believes he is more suited to given his genetic background. His evening meal comprises primarily boiled or steamed vegetables with maybe a little rice.
He is in training to walk the Maclehose Trail next month, and during his Sunday hikes consumes lots of water, isotonic drinks, rice cakes and raisins.
Over the past five months Anthony has learned to enjoy vegetables that are not coated in fat, and has cut out coffee, lunchboxes and barbecued duck. This is the first summer he can remember that he hasn't had a cold. So although he has found the scales a bit of a battle, his body must be in good health.
Even though he is about to stop his programme with Jennifer, he still hopes to reach his ultimate target of 70 kg (154 lbs) and he is confident he can maintain his low-fat, vegetable-packed diet and newfound enthusiasm for the gym.
