A former dancer, counting calories and 'getting in a workout' was never an issue; there were always enough rehearsal hours with someone to be accountable to. It sure did give me a rather demanding perspective of what my body should like like. At 36, I still perceive the necessity to by my 19-year-old size. While a broken foot, divorce, and lack of any clue of portion control have overtaken, I at least still FEEL like my dancing-years size. Thus, move with a confidence and sashay that belies my heavier frame. Yay! In the meantime, keeping snacks in my desk and pizza parties for my teen students most certainly get in the way of my goals, as does my frequent traveling. Alas, my behind now has it's own zip code and is causing physical back and joint pains. Motivation comes in the form of tight clothing. HA! Also, rather major, is that Ive been living in Asia and am now having to work this all out with American restaurant portions, hormones, and excessively expensive "perimeter shopping."