Age: 43
Height: 5'4"
Initial Weight: 138
About Addlin Tann
"I took a break from the gym when my father was diagnosed with cancer and I started taking care of him. Now I need a fresh start."
I’m an executive assistant to the vice president for an oil and gas firm. I love to swim in my pool during the long, hot Houston summers and used to work out regularly until my father got sick more than a year ago.
August 30, 2008
Dead Weights
I bought 2 pound ankle weights at a sporting goods store and started putting them on when I run on the treadmill. The first time I used them it felt like I was carrying my brother. My legs were like lead, and I just felt drained and soaked with sweat. But after working so hard, I felt great and had no cramping.