Posted by  Jordan Gonzalez, Lutz, FL on 02/02  at  09:24 PM

HI DAD!

That’s a REALLY inspiring blog. I’d lose weight but if i lose any more...i’ll disintegrate.LOL! anyway, just remember, i’ll ALWAYS be by your side to encourage, support, or help you at any time!

love ya!
Jordan

Posted by  Frank DiMaria Jr, Dade City, FL on 02/02  at  12:19 AM

Hey my brother from another mother!  Dude, I am so stinking proud of you!  Let me go ahed and make a prediction… You got this!  You can do ALL things through Christ! 

Marty, keep your eyes completely focused on Him.  I am praying for you brother.

I love you bro!
Frankie D.

Posted by  Miranda Nicole Garcia, Brandon on 02/01  at  10:18 PM

Marty,hey cuz good luck. And when you done we will all go on sherika and screem like little girls.lol love you good luck and we are all praying for you. xoxo :D your cuz miranda ps.stephen and delanie say they love ya

Posted by  lori lynn gorman, brandon on 02/01  at  09:55 PM

Marty, Im so proud of you.This is not going to be easy but I have faith in you and I know you can do it.Just think,next year you can become a male Bo Derek and run down the beach in a speedo. that sounds sick coming from your cousin huh.We are all pulling for you just doing what you’ve done so far takes a lot of guts.You are a wonderful man and I love you so very much.Go out there and give it all you can .I wish you and your team the best all of you are winners in my eyes.Love you, your soon to be skinny cuz Lori.

Posted by  Amy Latimer, Apollo Beach, Fl on 02/01  at  06:46 PM

Marty - Wow!  I’m just blown away.  You are an amazing man.  I am so glad that you have not given up.  I know you can do this and you will. Remember you are changing your lifestyle not dieting.  Discipline yourself as you do those you love- firm but with patience and love.  Don’t ever beat yourself up on your journey...just keep thinking ahead to all of your rewards that are coming.  I LUV YOU cuz!  You are an inspiration in so many ways.  Best of luck...I’m chearing for you all the way.  Amy

Posted by  John Griffith, Port Richey, Fl. on 02/01  at  12:33 PM

Impressed with Marty’s comments. This must be a great program offered these fellows, giving them which looks to be a second chance. Thanks for creating this “Men’s Challenge”. It even is giving me new hope even though I’m not part of the program.

Posted by  Alex Fernnadez, Miami, Florida on 02/01  at  11:16 AM

Hey Cousin, I coulnt be more proud of you. You have the right attitude and commitment to get to were you want, and with God on your side you are already a winner. Go get em’ cuz. Ill be checking up on you daily and yes ill be there with you at Bush Gardens tearing it up on the rides! love you. AF

Posted by  Vicki Henry, Williamsburg, VA on 02/01  at  09:48 AM

Hi Martin,
Be strong. The enemy will tell you that one bite of this food or that won’t make a difference.He’s lying; it will. One bite too many or of a food that is addicting(for me that’s sugar)will wear down your defenses. Ask yourself,would God or Satan say to you “eat this”. If the enemy would say “eat this” then suspect you are being tempted by the one who wants you to fail.God does not want you to fail and God does not tempt(James 1:3)."For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline(1Tim.1:7).He provides good food. His desire for you is good."For I know the plans I have for you”, says the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jer. 29:11

Posted by  Corey Morris, Tampa, FLA on 02/01  at  08:28 AM

Marty,

As always I look to you for inspiration and hope.  Even though I am not in this challenge with you directly, I face the same giant.  I know I have lost a bunch of weight in the past with God’s eternal help but continue to look to him to pass those hurdles that spell failure.  You are my brother in Christ who can do ALL things so keep on keeping on!  I still got your back if you have mine!

Romans 8:28

God Bless

Posted by  Hope Eutsey, Holiday, FL on 02/01  at  12:03 AM

Marty your loss is His gain! I want you to know we are here for you and we know you will accomplish your goal.

Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

He will see you through this challenge.

Posted by  Nancy Reese, Zephyrhills on 01/31  at  09:57 PM

Hey Marty,
This is Nancy, your teammate, I have to tell you, when I was on my way to the studio last week, I was thinking of my failures before with weight loss, I turned the radio on and “The Voice of Truth” was playing!  Every word in that song applies! Thanks for your inspiration!  I’m giving God the glory this time, also.  With His help we WILL succeed! 
Nancy

Posted by  Joy Ely, Yorktown, VA on 01/31  at  08:01 PM

Listen to your mom!

Posted by  Nikki Menendez, Tampa on 01/31  at  05:18 PM

So I just have to say YAY!!! You look soooo sexy I just couldn’t believe that my uncle was on the internet! I know that you got this and you will rock at this challenge. Now with all this motivation you can catch me kick my butt like you always threaten me with hehehe =0) But I am here watching and I want you to kick some boootay! Love you mucho,
Nikki

Posted by  Debra Gonzalez, Lutz, FL on 01/31  at  02:39 PM

Hi my love!
I am so inspired to see your words on the screen and know that God is motivating you to change your life...our lives...for the better. I am so anxious to be able to go running with you, side by side, just like we’ve been in the other aspects of our life. You go, Marty! You’ve got this. Just stay focused on your goal and know that me and the kids are here for you.

MWAH!
Deb

Posted by  Aida Gonzalez, Tampa on 01/31  at  02:33 PM

My son I know that you are going to succeed because God is on your side and you are givig Him praise. This time will be different because you have put it in God’s hands which is where it all begins. God love you and be with you as you start this challenge!!!!!!!