the drawing board

Stick with this program--don't cheat on entering what you eat. If you exercise, eat that amount of calories extra, just like this program says. IT WORKS--Lost 4 lbs in my first week. Also, set more short term goals to reach your long term goal. My first goal is to get back to the 195 I was at last July and to do it by the end of this July--13 lbs to go! I can focus on more intense exercise for a shorter period of time and it is not so discouraging. My next goal after that will have a weight and a time limit. I usually don't make them any longer than 3 months--its just too hard to stay focused for that long. When I first started losing weight 1 1/2 years ago, I used to have to make daily goals--this program would've helped a lot back then. Then I made weekly goal for awhile. Then I could focus for a month or longer. Be patient, but diligent! You'll find what works for you. When I get back to 195 I will have lost 42 lbs. It took from Nov. to July, lots of work and lots of exercise. Just remember, when that dessert looks good--ask yourself, "Do I want that dessert, more than I want to reach my next weight loss goal?" Of course, with this program, you have to write it down and then you have to exercise it off--WHAT A GREAT PROGRAM! If you are honest, it really helps you do a reality check at every meal. Good luck and keep us posted!