My Scream: The Consequences of Obesity in America

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There are many theories why Edward Munch painted the famous painting “The Scream”.   We will never know for sure which one is the correct one, but the reason I am writing this text is to share My Scream.

Considering that I am in the Health and Fitness profession, some of you can already predict what My Scream is… Not only is America THE most overweight nation in the world, but Houston, the place where I reside, is THE fattest city in America.

My Scream is to the media, schools, corporations, politicians, non-profit organizations, religious leaders, parents, teachers, and athletes.  To all of you who can make an impact in order to improve healthy living in our city, state, and country.

Most of the time when I hold seminars, I hear complaints about people feeling tired, a lack of energy, sleep interruptions, high blood pressure, back problems, high cholesterol, and so many other ailments that can be easily improved with healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, and mental balance.  Every time I repeat my message all over again- start being more physically active, start eating healthy nutrients, take time out to have mental and spiritual balance.  I teach them how to exercise, how to choose healthy foods, and techniques that will calm them down.   Yet, our nation is getting heavier and unhealthier.

Albert Einstein had a great definition of “Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”  Because I consider myself a relatively logical and sane person, I created the Health Fitness Revolution, a movement that will help me in my quest of making America healthy and fit.   The movement alone will not be enough because obesity has reached epic proportions and it will take every segment of society to work in a synergetic manner in order to combat the disease of obesity.

Working together will allow us to coordinate the efforts in order to make this great nation even greater in every aspect.  The United States is a leader in democracy, finances, military, individual and religious freedoms- we have NO excuses not to be a leader in healthy lifestyle.

President John F Kennedy wisely stated “Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.”  Considering this, American leadership in the world depends on the physical fitness of our nation.  Many empires have found their demise when the physical fitness of their populations declined including the Persian, Greek, and Roman empires, just to name a few.

My Scream is to wake you up in order to make this great nation a leader in healthy lifestyle so that all other aspects of our culture can continue to flourish.  The United States is a role model for the rest of the world in so many aspects.  We should be, we will be, and we must be a leader in healthy lifestyle and physical fitness.

 

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Samir Becic
Samir Becic is a world-renowned health and fitness expert. Named the “Fitness Czar” by the City of Houston in 2018, he is also the author of the HarperCollins book ReSYNC Your Life, founder of Health Fitness Revolution Magazine, 4 x #1 Fitness Trainer in America by Bally Total Fitness, and creator of the ReSync Fitness Method. The Mayor of Houston and the 16 City Council Members proclaimed January 10th, 2023 as the official “Samir Becic Day” in the City of Houston. In May 2023, he was awarded the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden, recognizing his invaluable contributions to society. In December 2023, Samir received a United States Congressional proclamation from the Historic 18th District for his prolific advocacy of physical fitness as an instrument for improving America’s health and his decade-long commitment to motivating the United States Congress. Samir’s impact extends beyond accolades; his work has graced the pages of numerous top-tier media outlets. His vibrant presence and powerful motivational skills have solidified his status as a luminary in the health and fitness domain. -Received a United States Congressional proclamation from the Historic 18th District in December 2023 for his influential role in the community and dedication to fitness advocacy -Bestowed a President’s Lifetime Achievement Award in May 2023 from President Joe Biden for his commitment to philanthropy and volunteering -January 10th, 2023 proclaimed as the official "Samir Becic Day" by Mayor Sylvester Turner and the 16 City of Houston Council Members for Samir's advocacy of health and fitness in America  -November 1st, 2022 proclaimed as the official "Samir Becic Day" by Mayor Sylvester Turner for Samir's service during his 4 years as the official "Fitness Czar" for the City of Houston and 20 years as a health advisor to previous Mayors -Official Fitness Czar for the city of Houston proclaimed by Mayor Sylvester Turner  -Named the “Best Fitness Trainer in the World” by two-time NBA Championship coach and Olympic gold medalist Rudy Tomjanovich -Named Top 40 "American Dream" immigrant -Chosen among the Top 6 "American Dream" immigrants for a collaborative panel between Interfaith Ministries and Houstonia Magazine -“#1 Fitness Trainer in the World,”- 4 times by Bally Total Fitness -#1 Fitness Trainer in Texas,”- 22 times by Bally Total Fitness -#1 Fitness Trainer in Houston”- 29 times by Bally Total Fitness -“Best of the Best Fitness Trainer”- 2 times by Bally Total Fitness -“Best Fitness Director”- 2 times by Bally Total Fitness -“Men’s Journal Top Fitness Trainer in America” -“Houston Health Warrior” by Health & Fitness Sports Magazine  -“The Motivator” by the Houston Chronicle

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