The Spark

The Spark

by Chris Downie

In June, I decided it was time to do something about the few extra post-baby pounds that I've been carrying around. I re-discovered a web site called Spark People. I had been considering Weight Watchers, but Spark People is FREE. Easy decision! The only money that I have invested into my Spark People endeavor is what I paid for the book. I bought this one instead of borrowing it from the public library. I'm glad I did, too, because this one will be re-read and probably written in.

The Spark is written by the man who started the web site. The book begins with his story - both his personal life and how he started his business. It talks about the important things one needs in order to be successful and meet goals. Part 2 goes through a 28 day program (my program will be longer; I do things in smaller steps) that ends with a healthy lifestyle.

Deciding to live a healthy life definitely takes a commitment. It takes even more will power. Some days are tougher than others, but I am learning to turn my goof ups at this into something positive and not just another excuse to fall off the wagon, so to speak.

Let me know if you want to join me! We can be SparkFriends! It's kind of like Facebook. It's social networking for healthy living - lol!

- becky