Meet the Team

Mike Weaver

Most times it’s hard to admit when you have a “larger than average exterior.” But when you’re on center stage in the spotlight night after night, not to mention that your own band’s name was influenced by your size, there’s no escape from the reality of being overweight.

Political correctness aside, Big Daddy Weave’s frontman Mike Weaver is fat. That’s never stopped him from strumming and singing his heart out while touring extensively throughout the U.S., in addition to beating anyone (even the most physically fit, I-could-easily-pose-as-a-Roman-god type) that steps onto the racquetball court with him.

But even with a better than average cardiovascular system, Mike knows that one day his overabundance of weight could cause significant health issues. Obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death (after smoking), and is associated with type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, arthritis, gallstones and certain types of cancer.

Now married to his dream girl and recently welcoming his second child into the world, Mike realizes it’s time for a change. Mike is resolving to lose 90 pounds this year by launching the “90 in ’09 What Life Would Be Like Big Daddy Challenge.”

“Our bodies are temples that God created,” says Weaver. “I want to restore and take better care of what He has provided, as well as create a place to motivate and teach others to do the same. With 90 in ’09 we’ll all be held more accountable because we won’t be able to hide the scales.”

In addition to signing on with “Team Mike” at www.90in09.com and following Weaver’s progress, fans can also join the health challenge by uploading their own photos and tracking their successes. Participants will have access to healthy food recipes, exercise techniques and more wellness information. Individuals can further meet the 90 in ‘09 support team including renowned wellness leaders Dr. Asa Andrew, also known as “America’s Health Coach,” and Scott Reall, YMCA Restore Ministries’ founder and executive director.

Media partners HearItFirst.com and the KLOVE radio network are joining Team Mike and will provide national promotion for 90 in ’09. Weaver, Andrew and Reall will be featured throughout the year on the media outlets, giving updates and news on the challenge, in addition to video content to encourage participants.

Dr. Asa Andrew

Known as America's Health Coach®, Dr. Asa Andrew is a physician who is board-certified, and has founded The Center for Natural Medicine. It is a renowned multi-specialty, integrated wellness clinic located in Nashville, TN designed specifically to help people attain and maintain extraordinary health. Dr. Asa is the author of the national best-selling book Empowering Your Health and is the host of a nationally syndicated daily radio talk show called Dr. Asa ON CALL.

Scott Reall

Scott Reall's vision and passion for Journey to Freedom comes out of his own difficult journey toward freedom from addiction. Scott hit rock bottom more than once after turning to unhealthy vices to manage his feelings of loneliness and powerlessness. With two divorces and many broken relationships indicating his need for help, Scott's personal journey lead him to freedom in the proven 12 Step philosophy championed by Alcoholics Anonymous.

In addition to writing curriculum, as the director of Restore, Scott is also responsible for the leadership and development of their group-based programs, which are hosted at various partner churches in the Nashville, Tennessee, area. He also devotes much of his time to one-on-one consultations with group facilitators and individuals in crisis, as well as expanding Restore's visibility in communities across the country.

Even though the workload seems daunting, Scott couldn't be more enthusiastic. "I believe this is what God created me for," says Scott. "Everything I've gone though in my life has brought me to this place where I can deliver this healing ministry. I can't wait to see how God grows it!"

After founding Restore, Scott won The National YMCA Earl P. Armstrong Scholarship Award and began classes for a master's degree in Theological Studies at Covenant Theological Seminary. He is a certified grief recovery counselor of The Grief Recovery Institute, has completed Ernie Larson's Stage Two Recovery Life Management Program, and was recently ordained as a minister through St. Paul's Community Church. Scott earned his Bachelors of Science Degree from Otterbein College in Westerville. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, where he is the father of three grown children and a member of St. Paul's Community Church.

Scott also spends an increasing amount of time traveling the country speaking to churches and Y’s about the Journey to Freedom story and how it can transform their communities.

Scottie Reall

Certified strength and conditioning specialist
CPR Certified
First Aid/ AED Oxygen Certified
D1 Sports Training Sport Specific Trainer for 3 years
Green HIlls YMCA Personal Trainer
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Ohio State Univeristy Football Team
NFL Combine Trainer
Centennial High School Football- Recievers Coach, Co-Offensive Coodinator, and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Specialize in sport specific training
Certified to work with special populations