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Congrats on the healthy choice Bob! While deployed last fall, I started reading "Men's Health" magazine. It has like a million different ways to get in better shape, loose weight, and live healthier. Ever since then I have been a bit of a health nut. I'm sure you probably have a ton of other people trying to suggest different ways to help you out. When it comes down to it, you just have to stick with what works for you. If not, here's just a couple big things that can help;

1. Cut out carbonated beverages (Soda, Pop, whatever you call it). It is LOADED with sugar, and carbs that will stick with you.

2. Cut down on portions. This is a big one for me, as I find myself always wanting to eat until I am stuffed. Eating just enough to make you not hungry can make a HUGE difference.

3. Try eating something little every couple of hours. This will speed up your metabolism, and can actually give you a little more energy.

4. Excercise. Keep it small at first, but try to add a little more here and there to your workout. Make it fun to, like playing racketball or basketball, or something you can look forward to each time.

Good luck!