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Programming note: CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta follows Stuart Rasch's progress on American Morning's "New You Resolution," Tuesdays, 6-10 a.m. ET. New exercise routine pays off for ER doctor
 Cooking Light's Chef Billy shows Stuart Rasch how to make a tasty, low-fat smoothie. SPECIAL REPORTYOUR E-MAIL ALERTS(CNN) -- Working 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. as an emergency room doctor makes it difficult for Stuart Rasch to eat anything but takeout food, but he's trying to put an end to that. Rasch's aim in the "New You Resolution" is to learn to eat balanced meals overnight and to improve his health overall. Here are his goals for the "New You Resolution": 1. Lower blood pressure to target of 120 over 80. 2. Lower total cholesterol from 283 to less than 200. 3. Eat several small meals on a regular schedule to help achieve target weight of 153 pounds. March 7 updateRasch went from running around the ER on overnight shifts to running on the treadmill. His workouts meant less sleep, but they paid off. "I have stronger... bigger arms," Rasch said. "I've lost 2 inches off my waist ... [and] lost 2 inches off my chest." However, new eating habits are still the toughest challenge for the ER doctor. "They're very complex in my lifestyle and very difficult for me to do," Rasch said. Sibling rivalry between Stuart and his twin and "New You" partner, Mark, helped them progress, but it was the twins united that helped them win together. February 28 updateWanting to be just like dad, Rasch's son Scott thinks he, too, is getting fit during the "New You Resolution." Of course, he's only 6, so he's not exactly hitting the weights or going on a diet. But does he think he's getting bigger and stronger? "Yes," he says, holding up both fists. February 21 updateRasch traveled to New York City this week to celebrate his wedding anniversary. He has also been celebrating some "New You" milestones. "I feel a bit better on the treadmill," Rasch said. "I don't get winded and I don't feel short of breath ... [or] as tired." He's also learning to eat healthy while on the run. "I eat a lot of plain almonds and some raisins. I keep them in my pocket," Rasch said. This doctor is now just four pounds away from his goal weight of 153 pounds. February 14 updateCooking Light Magazine's Chef Billy has been working with Rasch on creating healthy recipes to help him stave off late-night ER munchies. Some of the treats include a portable frittata and low-fat, high-protein smoothies. "What's better than peanut butter, chocolate and banana?" Rasch said. Rasch is hoping these diet changes will help him reach his target weight of 153 pounds. February 7 updateRasch is finding it hard to stick to some of his "New You" goals. "Four hundred calories at a time every four hours has been very difficult to do at work," said Rasch, who is still skipping meals during the week. "I've lost about six to seven pounds," he said. "It's a lot less than I expected to lose." We'll see how this busy doctor, husband and father fares in the last few weeks of the "New You Resolution" January 31 updateRasch has been slowly adjusting to his new exercise regimen. "I feel sore. I feel tired. I don't feel any stronger, but I feel achier." He is also getting used to a diet overhaul. Takeout food and eating on the run during his overnight shifts pushed his cholesterol and blood pressure out of control. So his new diet plan requires him to eat 300- to 400-calorie "mini-meals" every four hours. He worked with his nutritionist to find smarter choices from the Chinese restaurant takeout menu. It seems to have been paying off; he has lost seven pounds since the beginning of the "New You Resolution." January 24 updateDespite working overnight shifts, Rasch has been finding time to hit the gym. He has gone in the mornings after his shift, and has alternated weight and cardio training five days a week. Despite his hectic schedule, he has maintained his sense of humor. "I'm not overweight. I'm just under-height," Rasch said recently, a complaint echoed by his twin brother. January 17 updateRasch spent this week meeting with his new fitness trainer in New York. Rasch's exercises included push-ups and weight lifting, which he found challenging. "I haven't really exercised since junior high school," Rasch said. "I'm going to die," he joked. "I'm definitely going to die, but I'll have a good-looking corpse." Rasch also got diet tips from Cooking Light magazine's Chef Billy. Instead of the fast food that he's used to eating, Rasch tried healthier foods such as salads, wraps and sensible snacks. 
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