Profile of the Month

May 2008, Dicky Hulcher

To all EZ member profile followers, I apologize for dropping the ball the last 2 months. It definitely does not mean we have run out of stories. There are literally hundreds more to tell. For May I have chosen Dicky Hulcher’s story, as told by Dicky himself in a letter to Madge. I have also included the progress of his daughter, Jennifer, who is doing fantastic in weight management.  Both Dicky and his daughter can be seen regularly working out in the gym or on the ellipticals and in the continuation classes.  Dicky and Jennifer’s determination and pleasant natures make them an inspiration for all. Congratulations Dicky, who to date has lost 65 lbs.!!! And Jennifer, who has lost 35!!!! ---mjg

Dicky Hulcher began the weight management program in January of 2008. Over the years, said Dicky, he slowly put on a few pounds, even though he led a very busy life as an owner of Hodgman’s Inc. Commercial Flooring and also as a single Dad and full time girls volleyball coach for Douglas Freeman High School. Being in athletics, Dicky was always aware of the importance of training and staying in shape, not just for weight control but in order to keep his metabolism and energy level up and maintain his health. After coaching his two children through high school, he decided to do something for himself and joined EZ after a friend referred us. “It was the best decision I ever made,” said Dicky.  I haven’t had a 34 pants waist since high school.

At the encouragement of her father, Dicky’s daughter Jennifer joined the weight management program in March 2008.  Jennifer, a VCU class of 2006 graduate and a psychology major, also led a busy life as a Sales Associate for UPS and as an amateur photographer (seems we have many talented artists here at EZ). Many of you who have seen the pair in the gym, however, may have been wondering who was coaching who. Jennifer comes on her Dad’s continuation nights to spot him on weights, keep him company on the elliptical and cheer him on in general.  Dicky does the same for his daughter. The result, they both come dutifully about 5 times a week. And that kind of teamwork has really paid off for both of them.

Dicky’s May letter to Madge below sums up his EZ progress:

Dear Dr. Zacharias

       Many thanks for your wonderful “Make It Personal” adult weight management class. Your unique blend of educational and motivational lectures combined with well-supervised weight lifting and cardio workouts has provided the structure I needed to channel the willpower and determination that I always knew that I had.

     The results continue to have a profound effect on the quality of my life. My blood pressure, blood glucose and triglyceride levels have retreated to normal levels while my fitness level leaps forward daily! Having lost more than fifty pounds and eight inches of my waistline, I get compliments daily. My energy levels are at an all-time high and I feel great every day!

     Your exceptional staff makes me look forward to every visit. Professional, friendly and down to earth, they all do a wonderful job working with members of all ages and performance levels to help each person achieve maximum results.

     Your program’s intelligent approach, skilled staff and an attitude that reflects your passion and deep commitment to helping all achieve their goals makes this a very “doable” program that I would strongly recommend to anyone.  

Dicky Hulcher

If you would like to nominate someone you know as Member of the Month or would like to share your own story with your fellow EZ members, please e-mail me at mjganey@ezhealthinstitute.com.  Otherwise, I may be soliciting you! There is no story to big or small to share.