I want to inspire people... (pic)

I can't wait until this is me hopefully around this time next year.. thanks for the inspiration!

any real good secrets?

I think I put up an 'FAQ' post on my blog a little while back:
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but as for 'secrets,' I started out really slow and worked up to where I am now. I find that it's best to set small acheivable goals instead of one huge goal right off the bat. One of my biggest tips is to have a workout buddy who's as dedicated as you. It probably won't work as well if only one of you is super serious and the other one just kind of sort of wants to work out now and then. lol.
Also, I rarely ever drink my calories (with the exception of my protein shakes and juice from my juicer now and then) Lot of water and of course, fruits and vegetables and lean protein. For me, diet is still the hardest part. It's something I'm always going to have to work on.

That is great! What type of excercise did you do?

Nowadays I run at least one mile every workout (usually to start out as my warmup) and I do about an hour of strength training, hip hop abs, and I try to throw some plyometrics in there, too. The stair stepper has also become my best friend. (although it's a love/hate relationship) I also started biking outside with my workout partner. Sometimes we bike to the gym, workout, and then bike back. Great leg workout! From my experience, though, it's all about finding what works for you and what you enjoy doing. Eventually, working out should be fun, and not feel like a chore. (although on my 'blah' days it feels like a chore! haha)

thanks all!!