I will be healthier and fit and feel good. I will take my kids hiking and not feel exhausted. I will have energy again. (My new sparkmantra!)

I have had previous success losing weight before. In 2004, I lost 30 pounds and kept it off for 3 years until I became pregnant with my second son. People had asked me, "how did you do it?" I always told them, portion control and exercise. I know that IS what works!!! Now since giving birth in 2008, I have kept an extra 20 pounds or so. I ...

I will be healthier and fit and feel good. I will take my kids hiking and not feel exhausted. I will have energy again. (My new sparkmantra!)

I have had previous success losing weight before. In 2004, I lost 30 pounds and kept it off for 3 years until I became pregnant with my second son. People had asked me, "how did you do it?" I always told them, portion control and exercise. I know that IS what works!!! Now since giving birth in 2008, I have kept an extra 20 pounds or so. I just can't seem to stay motivated. The scale is always going up and down. I have lost 11 pounds since January which is good but not where I'd like to be. As most people...I have tried lots of programs and diets with little or only temporary success. My motivation wanes and I go back to where I am now. I am looking forward to the support of Sparkpeople! Good luck to you and good luck to me!!!

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