My Footprint

March 4th, 2010 BY Amarcusa | No Comments

For those seeking inspiration in combating food addiction, or for those simply seeking entertainment about green endeavors, look no further than a great new book by actor/comedian Jeff Garlin, My Footprint: Carrying the Weight of the World. In this autobiographical journey, the star of Curb Your Enthusiasm discusses his food addiction, his steps to overcome it, and the lifestyle he has created what is healthy for both himself, and the environment.

In the book, Garlin discusses his plan with fellow friends and comedians Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld. He seeks the advice from environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. on how to better recycle and live greener. Garlin takes up pilates, takes up efforts to work out with Richard Simmons, and even visits a place he called, “rehab for people who eat too much pizza.”The title of course refers to not only his physical footprint, which he feels is too great; but also his ecological footprint, which is hurting the environment.

The book cover shows the jolly man on a treadmill out in nature with a smile and a large girth that now has left him. Check out his funny promo online.

Garlin discussed the book on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. “Once I accepted the fact that I was a good addict, that’s when it all changed for me.” He wanted to lose weight and help the environment, but until he undertook the process, he didn’t realize what problems he was actually causing for himself and the planet.

“I haven’t had sugar in over a year, I haven’t had fast food in over a year,” he said triumphantly. The two old friends shared food anecdotes, and Garlin proved that extreme change is possible with hard work and dedication. Garlin is noticeably slimmer, and says he feels much better about himself, and is in control. The thing about food addiction, he says, is that it is not glamorous or sexy–it is not an addiction that makes you more desirable. So the motivation is definitely there.

Check out a a very humorous excerpt from the book online at ABC here. In in Garlin discusses his thoughts as he scans a catalog that features clothes and items designed for overweight people. “How do they know to send me a catalog?” he jokes. ” Do they have a list of fat celebrities?”