Don Denton's Page

I Joined the Body Proud Community to

Realize my Personal Goals

My Facts 'n Stats:

My name is Don. I'm a 46 year old single dad of four great kids. I've been working out for over 20 years and I would like to pass that philosophy along to my kids as well as others.

My Background // My 'Story"

I began fitness training when I was twenty-one when I joined my first gym. Since then being fit has always been a part of my life. In the early nineties I worked in a small gym and I was fortunate to learn proper form from people who knew what they were doing, and I was able to pass that along at a time when trainer certifications were rare.

I continued to train at a gym throughout my thirties, although having small children caused me to skip a couple of years. At 35, after my divorce, I got back into the gym in earnest and I have been a regular ever since.

I'm a civil engineer by training, but I lost that job last year to the ailing economy. I decided to pursue my other talents and passions as opposed to civil engineering, of which teaching and fitness were two of those. It lead naturally to becoming a personal trainer.

I learned the concepts of proper nutrition last year as well, and that allowed me to push my training and fitness level to new heights.

My new careers are now: ACE Certified Personal Trainer, a part-time model and actor, substitute teacher, kids partner dancing instructor. I'm also a photographer and Beachbody Coach.

There are so many people looking for help to get fit and I look forward to helping them!

Profession

Teacher, Personal Trainer &/or Fitness Professional, Parent, Entrepreneur, Health & Lifestyle, Entertainment Industry, Model

My Body Proud Beliefs:

I joined Body Proud because I want to be a part of an organization that promotes values such as sportsmanship, camaraderie, healthy lifestyle, fitness and appearance.

My Most Proud Moments // My Claim to 'FAME':

Watching my kids grow into really great people.

My Prime Body Proud Goals:

Become a Role Model to My Children & Family, Keep Me Young, Compete in Physique Showcase Events, Sculpt My Physique, Be an Inspiration to Others, Get Discovered - TV, Gain Exposure

Timeframe &/or Plan to Reach My Body Proud Goals

My new goals are to continue to live the BodyProud lifestyle, grow in my new career as a personal trainer, and possibly compete in another FAME event this year.

I Am Looking for Advice On:

Body building posing and routines. After watching the body builders at the Atlantic City show I've realized I have everything to learn about posing and putting a routine together.

Job Description // Shameless Plug for My Products or Services :-)

As a result of becoming an unemployed civil engineer due to the economy, I decided to explore my other talents:
I'm turning my photography hobby into a business. You can see some of my recent photography work:
http://tdmphotography.smugmug.com/
I am now an ACE certified personal trainer.
Part time actor and model.
Substitute teacher
And a third party insurance inspector to help pay the bills.

I became a coach for Beachbody to help more people reach their fitness goals. Look for me at www.Teambeachbody.com/DonDenton and http://www.beachbody.com/DonDenton

Status

single, looking for love, looking for friendship, taking on new clients, heterosexual

My Body Proud Journey Starts Here (Blog Entry #1)

I was in attendance at the FAME Philadelphia Event on Valentines Day 2009 and took over 300 pictures. I was very impressed with what I saw and the type of competition.

My Philosophy on Nutrition, Physical Fitness &/or Focused Thinking:

Life is about balance in all aspects of our family, career, and lifestyle.

My Dietary &/or Training Routine:

I've been able to spend a lot more time training these days and I was able to lose 15 lbs. Part of that is from additional exercise but most of it is a result of learning proper nutrition.

I am Grateful For:

Everything I have in life. Life isn't about having the things you love; it's about loving the things you have.

My Advice to You to Help You Reach Your Body Proud Goals:

Diet is a four-letter word! Proper nutrition is the key to becoming fit and lean.

Check Me Out Online:

http://www.Teambeachbody.com/DonDenton

I learned about this site from: (Be specific please)

My friend Annette