Fresh starts are great and with 2011 right here it’s time to think about what you want for the coming year.

if it’s 10, 30, 60 pounds or even more you want to take off how are you going to do it??
Here are some simple tips to get you started in the right direction.

1. Write it down!! Map out how you are going to reach your goal. Set goals you can reach. I really do believe if your goals are not written down they are just dreams. When you write them down and put them somewhere you can see them it will set off events that will change your life.

2. Join a support group. Weight does not just come off. You have to work hard and will need to be accountable. Join a support group where others are striving to reach weight loss goals. I also have many friends that have been to . You can find help in face to face meetings or on-line.

3. Make a vision board! You need to have a clear vision of your goals and what you want to create. You can feel free to let your imagination go. Think about what you want to look like and feel like in the future. A vision board can help you create what you want from the inside out. It can bring to life what you want out of life.

You will need a poster board. You can add sayings and pictures cut out from magazines. Healthy foods, Pictures of people near your ideal weight or even a picture of yourself at your ideal weight. Don’t hold back. You can put pictures that represent you and your dreams. Envision yourself and your new life and make this vision board all about your future.
Now place your board you will see it every day. If you look at it daily it will leave a imprint in your subconscious mind and you will make your board into reality.

4. It’s back to to the basics with eating. Eating healthy and often is the key.

During the holidays it is easy to get out of the habit of eating right. Taking on a new year challenge can help you kick start your goals. has a national weight loss challenge. I have a few friends that did this last year and had great results. If you are local Boise is having the yearly
Dr. OZ also has an 11 week challenge going on. Eating 6 small healthy meals a day is a great way to go. Click here to view the plan I use that has worked for me.

5. You will need to exercise. Join a gym or get a workout DVD. There are so many good ones your selection is endless. They don’t cost much so you really have no excuse. My son got my husband the wii game for Christmas. We played it all night at our friends new years eve party. Talk about fun. It was the best workout I ever had. I also love taking classes from You can pay as you go or sign up for 5,10, or as many classes as you would like. Great price and a wonderful studio.
Most important thing to remember is consistency is everything. Working out as often as possible will bring great results.

6. Most of all believe in yourself. You can do anything you set your mind to if you believe in yourself.

Have a safe and wonderful new year!!