There were a number of contributing factors to achieving results. Primarily I followed the common sense rules of a balance of proper nutrition and fitness as outlined in the book Body for Life, by Bill Phillips. I found additional information and inspiration at the www.bodyforlife.com website. Other factors are listed below.

• Intensity of training. If you aren't breaking a sweat you aren't training with intensity. Intensity burns the calories and fat is stored calories. Aerobics fitness is the intensity your looking for, not a leisurely stroll.


• Frequency of your fitness activities. Every once in a while will NOT provide results. You must commit to frequent exercise. It must be a way of life, not something you do once in a while to maintain the yo-yo effect.


• Nutrition- This is by far one of the most critical elements in achieving fat loss. Know what your nutritional requirements are. Establish good common sense about the food and drinks you consume.


• Consult with professionals in the fitness & nutrition industry.

• Plan your meals and workouts. Know what you are going to eat before you get hungry. Know what your next days workout is going to be before you go to bed. Don't wake up without a plan. If you don't plan you will not achieve your fitness goals.


• Determine what your fitness goals are and how you will achieve them.


• Organize your workouts and meal planning. If you aren't organized you will find an easy way out and the easy way out lacks results.


• Commit to finishing your attainable fitness and nutrition goals.


• Sacrifice the bad stuff for the good. Sacrifice idle time for fitness time.


• Satisfaction, enjoy the results.