Man sheds 140 pounds in order to join Marines
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2008 9:21 pm
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Man sheds 140 pounds in order to join Marines
The Associated Press
Posted : Monday Nov 17, 2008 13:43:39 EST
LEWISTON, Maine — A Lewiston man who shed 140 pounds in order to join the Marines is headed to Parris Island, S.C., to begin boot camp.
When he topped out at 330 pounds, Ulysses Milana was rejected by Army and Navy recruiters because of his weight. But Marine recruiters worked with him as he lost about 20 pounds a month.
The 23-year-old Milana says it wasn’t easy, but he managed to slim down through exercise, healthier eating habits and giving up the occasional beer after work. He said he was even able to forgo a beer at his going-away party Saturday night.
Milana said he always wanted to follow in his family’s footsteps by serving his country. His wife, Latoya, also comes from a military family.
