May 09, 2007 @ 1:51 pm
Men At Large Want to Slim Down
R&B duo challenges African American men to lose 2 million lbs.
Dave Tolliver and Edgar "Gemini" Porter, aka Men at Large, are challenging African American men to lose a collective 2 million pounds by the end of the year as a way to improve their health. The duo - who themselves weigh a collective 750 lbs. - decided to take the initiative after the passing of Gerald Levert, who helped nurture the group. "Gerald's death was a big loss to us," said Porter in a statement, "and when we began to look around at a lot of friends and family members who were also dying young it hit us that many of them were dying from either, being overweight, being diabetic, or having high blood pressure."
"We realized we aren't as young as we used to be but obviously being overweight was having a serious impact on us," Porter continued.
The singers' goal is to lose 100 lbs each, which Tolliver said they aim to do by "pushing back from the table and eating less," "walking a lot" and "rehearsing more vigorously to get in shape... Searching ways to lose weight on the internet let us know just how big the problem is among black men."
Over 69% of African American men are thought to be overweight, and 40% of all black men have high blood pressure. Additionally, eight percent of black men suffer from diabetes - twice that of white men - according to statistics from the Center for Disease Control.
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Comments
1.
klonia jackson says:
good luck guys i wish you the best of luck iam also a african american man that is overweight for aobut 3 weeks i have been walking and pushing away from the table also i live in louisiana where we have great cajun food if you are ever in louisiana say hello again good luck
October 24, 2007 at 5:58 pm
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MRS Trecia says:
men at large is one of my favorite groups and I just want to say keep up the good work. Gemini as a long long good friend am very proud of you and i want you to know that and also my love will always be with you and for you
September 13, 2007 at 10:50 am
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Karen Grayson says:
I resently saw Men At Large in Tulsa
Oklahoma,I never go out to clubs,BUT when i heard that they were going to be there i had to go. THE GUYS LOOKED GREAT!!! SOUND GREAT!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. your Biggest fan p.s I also have "GEMENI'S TOWEL. THANKS FOR BEING REAL GUYS. LOVE YOU TWO KAREN GRAYSON
August 30, 2007 at 9:18 am
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miss.marquiesha says:
I think this would be a great challenge.............!
July 30, 2007 at 2:19 pm
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Brian Addison says:
Dave, Ed....Since the fans wont answer me.....can you? When is the new album coming out and what is the title???
Brian Addison
July 10, 2007 at 8:49 pm
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Brian Addison says:
These brothers can sing,,Ive been listening to them since 96'. Please....Someone tell me when the new album is coming out?
brianny1@netzero.com
July 5, 2007 at 6:14 pm
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KC says:
I am glad there is group who know how to make a woman feel like a woman. Good luck with the weight loss. Can't wait for #5 .
KC a New fan
June 19, 2007 at 12:12 pm
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June 15, 2007 at 8:09 pm
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Tavia says:
Dave & G.I. What can I say, I'm so proud of all the things that the 2 of you have accomplished, inspite of. Dave no matter what we will be best friends for life!! This goes back from me cooking yall veggies with the noodles to the scrambled eggs with seasoned salt. I'm so proud of both of yall. Your Girl Tavia 216 baby!!
June 11, 2007 at 4:48 pm
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michelle fields says:
I am so glad to hear that men at large is currently working to shed some pounds especially since there are so many health problems that may arise from being overweight. Men at large was one of my favorite groups and I wish that they would consider singing again because I really miss them and society can really use some great positive music. I want them to know that I have both of their cd's. I wish them well on their goal to lose weight and a healthy life.
June 7, 2007 at 11:26 pm
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Kimberly Veal says:
Glad to see you brothers are back on the scene and ready to turn it out with those beautiful voices that woo the ladies. Good luck on the weight loss challenge, but don't get too small! Real women like big boyz...tell "Big Al" I said "hi". Looking forward to the new drop-especially #5!!!
May 30, 2007 at 8:32 pm
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Jeff S. says:
Think Men at large is doing a good thing, and they have good music.
May 26, 2007 at 5:54 pm
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Mike says:
Men at large have good music , and a great idea with the weight loss.
May 26, 2007 at 2:51 pm
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Dan says:
I like the weight loss idea, and the music.
May 26, 2007 at 11:31 am
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Jack M says:
I like men at large music, and what they are doing with the weight loss. Guys you have my support.
May 23, 2007 at 3:30 pm
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K Hall says:
Great idea with the weight loss, and the music is good.
May 23, 2007 at 11:13 am
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ZD says:
I like your CD and support your weight loss idea - good luck!
May 23, 2007 at 11:10 am
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David Tolliver says:
REAL R&B IS BACK!!!!!!!
May 22, 2007 at 1:41 pm
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Kinda Shy says:
Attn: Men at Large,
I applaude your efforts to grow healthy while slimmin down. Our society is loosing enough brothas to things such as (but not limited to...): incarceration, homosexuallity, drugs, gangs, etc. I would also like to take this opportunity to remind you that everything starts at home.
Love Only Loves the Love That Loves Itself,
Kinda Shy
May 22, 2007 at 12:26 pm
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Big- V Entertainment says:
I commend you guys for your positive out reach to african american men. Also, what I have learned is by starting a colon cleanse before dieting will also improve your weight loss tremendously! Lets not for get about prostate cancer as well.
GET CHECKED!
p.s I just got more Men At Large bandanas in.
"I GOT YALL BACK'
BIG - V
May 21, 2007 at 2:39 pm
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kim moore says:
You know what I found my Men at Large Tape the other day!
David and Gemini we are on that goal to! It goes to our women as well! We need to know that we can eat healthy and still eat what we like...But in moderation....and with discipline.
We are With Them ALL THE WAY! ;-)
May 21, 2007 at 8:44 am
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D L says:
I think men at large is doing a great thing with the weight loss, and the music.
May 21, 2007 at 4:05 am
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T. Jensen says:
I am from Il. I like men at large music, and what they are trying to do with the weight loss.
May 20, 2007 at 12:39 am
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B. Novy says:
I am from Ill. and I think you guys are doing a good thing.
May 19, 2007 at 4:46 am
25.
Kenny Mo' says:
I met these two guys before in Joliet and I like their work. I admire there committment to eating healthier and I wish them well and great success on their new and upcoming album.
May 19, 2007 at 2:45 am
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TARA says:
GEMINI ALL THE WAY FROM DA FIELD WE WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK AND SUCCESS. WHEN THEY PUT YOU IN THIS ISSUE OF VIBE, SPRINGFIELD WILL SELL OF ISSUES CAUSE YOU ARE DUDE
May 18, 2007 at 3:10 pm
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TIFFANY says:
ALL THE WAY FROM THE BAMA, WE WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK, BUT I THINK YOU SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED THE WOMEN AND WENT FOR 4 MILLION POUNDS. REMEMBER WE SUPPORT OUR BROTHER WHEN THE BROTHERS DON'T SUPPORT THE BROTHERS
May 18, 2007 at 3:08 pm
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EZELLA says:
GEMINI I DON'T KNOW YOU, I LOVE YOUR MUSIC, YOU HAVE DONE SHOWS WITH MY DAUGHTER LISA IN SPRINGFIELD, SO I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND REMEMBER THAT THROUGH CHRIST EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE.
May 18, 2007 at 3:05 pm
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LISA LISA says:
WHAT'S UP BIG BOY ALL THE WAY FROM SPRINGFIELD, LOOKING TO SEE YOU IN JUNE CAN'T WAIT, REMEMBER YOU CAN NOT EAT ALOT WHILE YOUR HERE YOUR ON A DIET.......LISA TOLD ME YOU GUYS WHEN TO IHOP AND DIDN'T INVITE ME. DON'T MAKE US WOMEN CRY AGAIN WITH THAT POWERFUL VOICE, NOW IF YOU LOOSE 100 POUNDS DON'T LOOSE THE VOICE. SEE YA JUNE 16TH. KEEP IT MOVING
May 18, 2007 at 3:04 pm
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Stormy says:
Gemini and Daivid congradulation on an excellent music career. I want you guys to know that the step you have taken is the best in life that you could have possibly done.Proud to be your friend....You have my support!
May 18, 2007 at 7:23 am
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KOOL says:
GEMINI LET ME JUST SAY "CHURCH", LETS DO THIS
May 18, 2007 at 12:43 am
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THE OFFICIAL LIQUID LYRICS ENTERTAINMENT PAGE says:
GEMINI AND DAVID THIS IS FROM YOU 1,283 FEMALE FRIENDS ON MYSPACE WE SUPPORT YOU ALL THE WAY. GEMINI YOU KNOW WE SHOW YOU MUCH LUV ON THAT PAGE AND WE JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT THE LUV GOES BEYOND THIS PAGE. ANYTHING YOU NEED WE ALL GOTCHA
May 18, 2007 at 12:42 am
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LIL LISA says:
GEMINI "BIG DADDY" WHAT CRACKING. I'M PROUD OF YOU AS ALWAYS. LOOKING FOR BIG THINGS FOR YOU. I GOT YOU AND YOU KNOW I GOT YOUR BACK.
May 17, 2007 at 11:13 pm
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BLACK DIAMOND says:
GEMINI THIS MY DUDE RIGHT HUR.....DOING IT REAL BIG IF YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN.....I NEED TO LOOSE 20 MYSELF.......SOLDIERS STAND UP
May 17, 2007 at 11:05 pm
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LISA SMITH says:
HEY SO NICE TO SEE YOU ON THE SCENE WE MISS YOU SO MUCH, AND YOU HAVE MY FULL SUPPORT.
May 17, 2007 at 10:52 pm
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LL PROMOTIONS says:
GEMINI AND DAVID WHERE YOU AT WE MISS YOU. YOU KNOW WE BACK YOU 100% ALONG WITH YOUR MANY FANS THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.
May 17, 2007 at 10:50 pm
37.
T-DOBB says:
GREAT THING YOU GUYS ARE DOING WAS WONDERING WHEN YOU GUY WAS GOING TO HIT THE SEEN AGAIN PLEASE SEND ME INFO.
May 17, 2007 at 8:57 pm
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carl says:
can't wait for the next album
May 17, 2007 at 5:39 pm
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Nathan sellers says:
Hey guys great music, and good luck with the weight lose.
May 17, 2007 at 4:01 pm
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BIG Z says:
GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR WEIGHT LOSS ,EAT ALOT OF VEGGIES.KEEP THE MUSIC COMING.
May 17, 2007 at 3:40 pm
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EUNICE says:
HEY GEMINI AND DAVE,
FIRST OFF, I LOVE U BOTH AND CONGRATS IN ALL THAT U R DOING. U KNOW THAT THIS CAMPAIGN IS A LONG TIME COMING.
ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING U NEED, I AM HERE FOR U. I'M ON BOARD ALREADY.
LOVE U BOTH MUCH,
EUNICE
May 16, 2007 at 11:00 pm
42.
Markus Chism says:
Its been a long time coming fellas. Your brand of R&B has been lacking in the music industry. Move over "Pretty Ricky", the big boys are in the house.
May 16, 2007 at 5:59 pm
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Clifton Reta says:
Great job coming back. I remember you guys from a while back. Keep up the good work and good idea on the losing weight!
May 16, 2007 at 5:26 pm
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Bernie Rodeghero says:
We need you and your music to be around for a while longer so keep on going.
May 16, 2007 at 5:23 pm
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J. Bowlin says:
I'm from Illinois- keep up the great work guys.
May 16, 2007 at 5:20 pm
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monte barksdale says:
I am from Ill, and I like what men at large are doing. email more info.
May 16, 2007 at 3:44 pm
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R Edmon says:
Great idea keep up the good work. How can I get involed.
May 16, 2007 at 3:40 pm
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Mad says:
Thats what i like to hear.It's about time us black peoplwe lose weight and live healthier. I support you because black is beautiful. Mad
May 16, 2007 at 11:16 am
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Thaddeus Robinson says:
Hey guys I think you are doing something good. I would like to get involved. Please email more info.
May 15, 2007 at 9:24 pm
50.
T-LOVE says:
HEY GUYS I 'M OUT OF DALAS,TX AND LET ME KNOW HOW I CAN INVOVLE MYSELF AND ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS. PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
May 12, 2007 at 11:10 pm
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Lana says:
I am all for being doing what they must to live healtheir lives, bit statistics like those from the CDC always disturb me. So few brothas see doctors so how can they acurately say 69% of them are overweight.
May 12, 2007 at 7:57 pm
52.
Michelle says:
Hey Guys, You both know I support you in all that you do. Gemini, you know I will be calling you like an alarm clock to encourage you to do all that you can. David, we will be out doing this together, I look forward to both of our results. I know the love you have for Gerald and the entire Levert family, and I know how much his death has effected you. You are very dedicated, you'll have great personal success, and success encouraging Africa -American men to do the same.
Love,
Michelle
Head-n-Heart
May 11, 2007 at 9:56 pm
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Tynnetta, CEO LIPS Management says:
Hey Dave,
This is a great article and a great incentive for all men and women to eat healthy, get fit and live longer. I started walking as part of my daily routine and am now up to 7 1/2 miles a day. I feel and look better.
Any men in the Atlanta, Georgia or surrounding areas want to bring on the challenge for other cities and states, contact me. Although I am female, I will help to get the men in shape. LIP Services, Dave Tolliver and the men of Georgia let's get this started right. Contact me at lipsmanagement@aol.com.
May 11, 2007 at 3:36 pm
54.
tanya says:
are you really doing good
May 11, 2007 at 1:17 pm
55.
jadamour says:
Hello M@L....just wanted to send you my luv & support in ur mission to health & fitness!! I know it is a challenge and stuggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle in such a fast paced world...where good nutrition is hard to balance out. I am right there with you guys...keep up the good work and the fine example you are setting to inspire other to take notice of such an important cause.
Continued love & support always..
jadamour
ps~~I really love all your new music!! ;-)
May 11, 2007 at 1:01 pm
56.
Malika says:
Whats up Dave I got ur email u know we been back n forth since I met u in The ATL. I wanted to say congratulations on taking the initiative to loose weight. We all know what we have to do it's just staying comitted. I still have my workout dvd available on my website page and myspace as well. I share all of what I did to loose the weight when I was on Making The Band 3.Keep me posted on ur success. Peace n blessings goodluck to u and ur Bro. Malika www.malikaent.com or www.myspace.com/malika Holla at ya girl!!!!!
May 11, 2007 at 11:51 am
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Az One says:
Hey Men at Large or Shall We say Men at Small! LOL. Good luck on your goal to lose weight and not only that, your goal to become healthy. You are a positive role model to men out there also going through the same situtation.
Much Love to Ya
Niambi & Ayanna
May 11, 2007 at 10:38 am
58.
Aaliyah Sabree says:
Good luck, I about to get on it myself...thanks for motivating me.
May 11, 2007 at 10:37 am
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Pastor Sheldon L. Brown says:
I hope and pray your stregnth in achieving your goal of losing weight. God has gifted you two tremendously and I believe in order to fulfil our destiny, calling and purpose we have to begin make our temples a greater priority. I am not in the best shape either so I will be doing more to maintain my body, health and spirit as well. Know that I love you guys and my prayers are with you!
Your Friend,
Pastor Sheldon L. Brown
Orlando, Fl.
May 11, 2007 at 6:54 am
60.
Necol Nikki Palmer White says:
I know you two guys can do it. Matter of fact I'm going to join the challenge.
Your Girl Nikki ........ OH10
May 10, 2007 at 11:14 pm
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SO SINCERE says:
GOOD LUCK!! YOU GOT MY SUPPORT! THESE TWO MEN ARE 2 OF THE NICEST GUYS I HAVE EVER MET, AND IM SURE THIER MENTOR IS SMILING DOWN ON THEM AND IN FULL SUPPORT OF WHAT THEY ARE TRIING TO DO! MUCH SUCCESS!
RESPECT
SINCERE
May 10, 2007 at 5:58 pm
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Baye says:
How are the pounds being tracked. I want to participate.
May 10, 2007 at 4:14 pm