1,000 Calories a day isn't much is it?


I hear that and similar questions a lot these days.  Others ask, how can you do it?  Well, let me say that I am not the only one who has done this.  
 
I watched my sister-in-law drastically reduce her calorie intake for wonderful results... she really looks great.  She has told me several times that if she can do it, I can do it.  I'm holding her to that!

Secondly, what is your motivation?  You have to have a reason - a good reason - that YOU want to lose weight.  If you are trying to lose for someone else, chances are it's not going to stick.  My children are my motivation.  I want to be able to enjoy them more and for them not to be embarrassed by my weight when they are older.  Quite frankly, I don't want them to remember me overweight.  I know that's a tall order with my kids ranging from ages 5-8, but I know it is a possibility.  Finally, I want to be me again.
So, in order to help out, I thought I would post some of the tips I have gained and tricks I have learned.  This would normally be a long post, so I am going to try to break it up so you can go to where you need. Check out the pages on the right of the screen for my tips and tricks.

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