I know this is the point where the initial excitement begins to wear off....

You are no longer able to visualize yourself in those smaller clothes or hiking up that trail. You are only able to see yourself, sitting, overweight, unhappy, and in misery.

But you know what?

NOW IS THE TIME TO KICK IT IN GEAR! You can choose to sit and be miserable or you can choose to keep on that path to what YOU want! You have to find the things that work for YOU so that you can keep this up. It is a lifestyle, not a diet. If you want to be healthy and strong and lean and that beautiful vision you have in your head, changes have to be made!

Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal -- a commitment to excellence -- that will enable you to attain the success you seek. Mario Andretti

So all of you who feel like giving up, or who have already given up, COME BACK! You can do this. You just have to find the right mix of gadgets, foods, and motivation.

A little pep talk never hurts either. :)

Jodi