How I did it: Weight Watchers. I needed the accoutability of going to weekly meetings. I plan all my food and write down everything I eat. I've recently started exercising which has sped up the weight loss to where I really feel it.

Lessons & tips:

1. Write down everything you eat. It's so simple to say "I don't eat that much junk" when you can't remember.
   
2. It's not going to come off overnight, so set realistic expectations.
   
3. Get a buddy and do it together. It's good to have support and fun to compete.

Resources:

1. I can't say enough about Weight Watchers and how much it's helped me realize what I was doing wrong.
   
2. Cooking Light is a great resource for low calorie foods.
   
3. BuddySlim website is where you can hook up with people who are also losing weight.

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Sep 24, 2008, 07:10PM PDT | 0 comments | 1 cheer