Personal:

Full name is Dexter Jerome Pittman…son of Johnny Pittman and Selma Harris…father, Johnny, played basketball at Oklahoma State (1989-91)…has two brothers, Damon and the late Darius Johnson, and one sister, Germanie…majored in kinesiology at Texas…has his own website www.dexterpittman.org... has his own foundation, The Dexter Pittman Foundation, would like to become a basketball coach at his high school when his playing career is over…is President of Success Achieved In Future Environments (S.A.F.E.), a non-profit organization that provides positive solutions and support through the sponsorship of educational and humanitarian programs and events with special emphasis on youth from disadvantaged circumstances…is a part of the Get Fit with Big Pitt Challenge, a national health initiative that encourages people to come together and fight youth obesity…has lost close to 100 pounds since leaving high school…in his free time he enjoys surfing the web and spoiling his sister…his favorite sport other than basketball is football, which he played in high school, and his favorite team is the Minnesota Vikings…wears size 18 sneakers.

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Get Fit With Big Pitt

Get Fit with Big Pitt, is a national health initiative that encourages people to come together and help fight obesity.  Pittman battled weight issues his entire life before coming to The University of Texas.  He has lost over 100 pounds since the end of his senior year in high school and has dropped his body fat percentage by nearly 28 points.  A former 402-pounder, Pittman struggled to keep his self-esteem up because of cruel teasing he suffered as a child. Now, after going through vigorous workouts and adapting admirable eating habits, Pittman weighs 290 pounds is able to complete multiple workouts with teammates and has slimmed his waistline by atleast eight inches. 


What is the Get Fit With Big Pitt Challenge?

The Get Fit with Big Pitt Challenge is a free campaign supported by national health organizations.  The Challenge is helping youth, college students, churches, cities, and civic groups team up to help reverse the epidemic of obesity by creating a culture of healthier living.

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Pittman Named to 2011 D-League Eastern Conference All-Star Team

Much has been made about Pittman’s weight loss, as the Rosenberg, Texas native has shed over 100 pounds since arriving at The University of Texas.  Just as impressive as his weight loss has been his ability to totally overhaul his life and squeeze the most out of every day.

On the average day, Pittman can spend anywhere between  five to seven hours working on his weight loss, conditioning and basketball-related skills.

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