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"I found that having an exercise buddy made working out fun and less nerve-racking. Scheduling in all my workouts for the week also helped me stay accountable. It took a year for me to get to my goal, and I've been maintaining for two years now."

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"Cardio queen was my name and crash dieting was my game. I'd routinely eat under 1,000 calories (typically in the form of Lean Pockets or sugar-free Jell-O) during the week, then just drink tequila and eat pizza like crazy on the weekends. I didn't look completely horrendous—to other people, at least—but I was so over it! By removing 'fake' foods, adding more lean protein, drinking less alcohol, and turning all-out binges into consciously planned treat days, I think I lost 10 pounds in a month and felt like a new human."

"I always had a hard time finding a workout I could keep up with. When I first started going to SoulCycle, I found that it was a place I could go and shut off completely for 45 minutes. I would leave class reconnected to myself, covered in sweat, and feeling so motivated and strong. Finding a workout that I love is what made a difference for me. It isn't something I have to do, it's something I want to do."

"Cardio is incredible, but strength training keeps working my body after the session has ended. Plus, I love the way my muscles look."

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"I made small changes every day (like 10-minute workouts or walks) so they became a permanent part of my life."

"I started up yoga and followed a low-carb diet. I relied a lot on the social media community and blogs for support. That moral support really helped and the weight began to drop off!"