Reply from Holly, Age 13 - 3/12/03 - IP#: 205.251.169.xxx   bigbb-c8410

When I was little I was chubby. I had what people called a pot belly, it stuck out over my pants. My mom noticed this, so she put me in swim classes. Believe me, swimming is the best exercise you can do if you are aiming to lose weight. It helped me, alot! And, mom cut off all junk food in the house, she stopped buying it. And I would always go for walks! It's not as hard as it sounds. Swimming classes is just like learning how to swim. Its fun, you get to meet new people, and it helps you lose weight. And going for walks, just grab yur headset and go! It can be fun. And junkfood? Who needs it. One of my old favorite snacks used to be Celery sticks with Peanut butter spread on top, or cheez whiz! And don't grab for that second helping. One helping is enough, and if you are still hungry after the first helping, grab an apple, or just get a glass of water. Anyways, good luck with everything! Just keep in mind- you can do it! ;)