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I’ve always trained hard — heavy and high volume. But my current goal is simple: lose body fat while keeping (and ideally gaining) muscle.
So I tightened up my plan and tracked what happened.
9 days consistent 20 min cardio each workout day 15 sets max (not counting abs/calves)
200 lb → 196 lb
Body weight change in 9 days (down 4 lb).
Progress
Recovery: noticeably better
Less beat up, better energy, more consistent workouts.
Big Win
What I Actually Did
Split: Chest/Shoulders/Triceps → Back/Biceps → Legs
Abs between sets on 3–4 of these days
Calves between sets on some days
Cardio: 20 minutes after each workout day
What I Changed (The Key Part)
I used to do 25+ sets a day and stay heavy.
Now I’m keeping it to 15 sets max most days (often less).
Abs and calves don’t count toward that set cap for me.
The difference? I can still train hard, but I’m not training reckless.
Recovery is finally matching effort.
Rest Day (Yes, I Took One)
My first and only rest day so far was on Day 5. I did nothing that day — no cardio, no “active recovery.”
Just rest. And it helped.
What I’m Trying to Prove (To Myself)
A lot of people think you have to destroy yourself daily to get results.
I’m testing the opposite: do enough to grow, recover, and come back stronger —
while leaning out at the same time.
What’s Next
Keep the same split and volume cap
Track weight, recovery, and strength week-to-week
Watch the mirror (that’s the truth test)
If you’re serious about training and you’re not 22 anymore, this is the kind of approach that keeps progress moving without burning you out.
I’ll post another update after more days are logged.
When Reviews Vanish: My Story of Building Trust — Then Losing My Google Profile
As an independent AT&T Business Consultant, I’ve spent years helping companies save money and streamline their business wireless services. One of the most important parts of building that trust has been collecting real feedback from clients.
Over time, I earned 28 five-star Google reviews from satisfied business owners and managers. These weren’t purchased or gamed — just honest reviews from people I’ve helped personally.
Proof That These Reviews Existed
This screenshot—taken before my suspension—shows the live plugin on my site still displaying all 28 five-star reviews:
How I started with only 5-star reviews and no policy violations.
Why Reddit users flagged my profile after I asked genuine questions on r/GoogleMyBusiness.
How I was suspended twice—even after the first appeal—and then blocked from appealing again.
Early Issues: Reviews Disappearing
Right after launching the profile, several clients’ reviews wouldn’t show. I worked with Google support for months before the missing reviews finally appeared. That’s when the total reached 28 five-star reviews from real clients in Tampa Bay.
I Posted on Reddit… Then My Profile Was Suspended
In early 2025, I joined the r/GoogleMyBusiness subreddit to ask respectful questions about review patterns and visibility. Within a week, my Google Business Profile was suspended without warning.
A Second Suspension and No Way to Appeal
My first appeal succeeded—but not for long. I later found out some subreddit users had flagged my profile on purpose. One user messaged to say they intended to get me suspended again. After the second suspension:
The Google appeals form failed to load.
I was locked out—no notice, no appeal, no path forward.
Shifting to LinkedIn for Reviews
I decided it was time to focus on platforms I control. If we’ve worked together and you’d like to help support what I do, please leave a recommendation on my LinkedIn profile:
I never paid for reviews. I never cut corners. Every one of those 28 five-star reviews came from real business owners whose trust I earned through honest service.
This experience showed me how vulnerable small businesses are to systems they don’t control. So now, I’m building something stronger—on my own terms.
If you’re a business owner needing help with AT&T wireless solutions, or if you’ve experienced something similar and want to share, I’d love to connect.
In a world of hype, filters, and quick wins, one thing cuts through the noise: integrity in business.
Not long ago, someone in Tampa asked me to “just drop a five-star review” for their service—without me ever trying it. Reviews are digital gold, I get it. But my answer was firm, rooted in my Trinidadian upbringing: I only speak what’s true.
I’m a Level 8 Google Local Guide with over 72 million views on my photos. Every review I write is based on real experience—never as a favor, never because someone asks me to “help them out.” If I put my name on something, it’s because I actually used it and it was worth talking about.
Saying no didn’t earn me a quick buck, but it earned something bigger: credibility. That’s the heart of Curtism.
What Integrity Means to Curtism (Beyond a Buzzword)
Integrity isn’t perfection. It’s about being consistent, honest, and aligned—even when no one’s watching.
Telling clients what they need to hear, not just what sells.
Writing real reviews, not fake fluff.
Turning down fast money if it compromises my word.
Curtism in Action: My Authentic Marketing Strategy
In my work as an AT&T business consultant (MobileWiseGuy.com), I’ve seen what happens when people overpromise and underdeliver. A flashy pitch might close one deal, but it rarely builds trust for the next.
Walked into Tampa offices uninvited—and got welcomed because of trusted referrals.
Helped business owners cut wireless bills instead of upselling unnecessary plans.
Stayed after the sale to fix issues—because I said I would.
That’s why clients return, refer me, or leave reviews without me asking.
Infographic: The 3 Pillars of Curtism—Consistency, Honesty, and Alignment—illustrating how these core values drive trust and success in business.
The 3 Pillars of Curtism
Consistency: Delivering reliable results every time, building trust through predictable excellence.
Honesty: Speaking truth, even when it’s tough, to foster genuine relationships.
Alignment: Syncing actions with values for authentic, magnetic impact.
How Integrity Makes Curtism Stand Out
I don’t have a thick Trini accent or a million followers. But I have a reputation built on real connections and results, from Tampa to beyond.
Level 8 Google Local Guide status with 72M+ photo views, built on honest reviews and real experiences.
28 five-star Google reviews—all earned, none bought.
Referrals from clients saying, “Curtis is the only one I trust.”
Conversations that start with curiosity and end with a handshake, not a hard sell.
Why Integrity is Curtism’s Long-Term Strategy
Integrity is a long game. It won’t go viral overnight, but it never goes out of style.
People remember how you made them feel. When you show up to serve, not just sell, they don’t forget. That’s Curtism in action.
Your name becomes your brand. Your word becomes your marketing.
Spiritual Alignment: The Law of One and Curtism Values
The Law of One, a principle I live by, teaches that alignment with truth is the universe’s most powerful force. Integrity isn’t just smart business—it’s energetic alignment.
When your words, actions, and values sync, you become magnetic. You attract those who value realness and repel what doesn’t belong. That’s how I live, from my Trinidadian roots to my Tampa hustle.
Let’s Build Something Real: Join the Curtism Community
In a world of shortcuts and spin, the straight path stands out.
If you value realness—whether in wireless consulting, personal growth, or life—let’s connect.
Have you ever chosen integrity over a shortcut? Share your story in the comments or on X with #curtism.
Let’s build something real, together.
— Curtis Matthews
Up Next
Stay tuned for my next post: “How Fitness and Mindfulness Boost Productivity in a Tech-Driven World #curtism”
—where I’ll share daily habits to stay sharp, focused, and aligned in business and life.
I am wondering if keeping track of my meals on my site will hold me more accountable to look the best I can naturally at 58 years old. Well this is my first post with todays meals.
Breakfast
1. A Cup of Cottage Cheese with Walnuts, Cranberries, and Honey
Cottage Cheese (1 cup):
Assuming full-fat cottage cheese (4% fat), 1 cup (about 225g) = 220 calories and 25 grams of protein.
Walnuts:
Assuming 1 ounce (about 14 halves or 28g), a common add-in = 185 calories and 4.3 grams of protein.
Dried Cranberries:
Assuming 1/4 cup (about 30g), a typical topping = 123 calories and 0.1 grams of protein.
Honey:
Assuming 1 tablespoon (21g), a standard drizzle = 64 calories and 0 grams of protein.
Assumption: A mix of steamed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, carrots, peas) with no added fat.
Calories: Approximately 35 calories per cup (based on general steamed mixed vegetables).
1.5 cups = 1.5 × 35 = 52.5 calories.
Protein: Approximately 2.4 grams per cup.
1.5 cups = 1.5 × 2.4 = 3.6 grams of protein.
Pork (unspecified amount)
Assumption: Since no quantity is given, I’ll assume a typical serving size of 3 ounces (85 grams) of cooked lean pork loin, which is a common portion to pair with vegetables.
Calories: Approximately 200 calories for 3 ounces of steamed or cooked lean pork loin (no added fat).
Assumption: About 1/2 cup of cooked lentils (approximately 100 grams), as estimated from the image.
Calories: 115 calories per 1/2 cup.
115 calories.
Protein: 9 grams per 1/2 cup.
9 grams of protein.
2. Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Sauce
Assumption: About 1 cup of cooked whole wheat spaghetti (approximately 140 grams) with a light tomato-based sauce, around 1/4 cup (60 grams).
Whole Wheat Spaghetti:
Calories: Cooked whole wheat spaghetti has about 125 calories per cup (slightly fewer than regular spaghetti due to higher fiber content).
125 calories.
Protein: Whole wheat spaghetti has about 7 grams of protein per cup (higher than regular spaghetti due to the whole grain).
7 grams of protein.
Tomato Sauce:
Calories: A basic tomato sauce has about 20 calories per 1/4 cup (no added oil or cheese assumed).
20 calories.
Protein: Tomato sauce has about 0.5 grams of protein per 1/4 cup.
0.5 grams of protein.
Subtotal for Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Sauce:
Calories: 125 + 20 = 145 calories.
Protein: 7 + 0.5 = 7.5 grams of protein.
3. Pork Chops
Assumption: The pork chops look like about 3 ounces (85 grams) of cooked lean pork chop, a common portion size. I’ll assume they’re grilled or pan-cooked with minimal added fat, as no heavy sauce or breading is visible.
Calories: A 3-ounce lean pork chop (trimmed of visible fat) has about 200 calories.
200 calories.
Protein: A 3-ounce lean pork chop has about 25 grams of protein.
25 grams of protein.
4. Side Salad (Lettuce, Cucumber, Tomato)
Assumption: 1 cup of lettuce (30 grams), 1/2 a medium cucumber (100 grams), and 1/2 a medium tomato (90 grams), with no dressing.
