Here are some hints that will help you stay on your 14-day track. They run the gamut from walks with friends to meals with a spicy twist.

• The Buddy System It’s more fun with a friend. Invite a pal to do the Two Week Tune Up plan with you. Laughter is great for the abs.

We’re going back to the basics, and it’s going to feel great! You’re going to drink your milk, eat your veggies, and be active for better health!

• Think Before You Eat Focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, non-fat and low-fat dairy products, lean protein and healthy fats like olive and canola oil.
• SSSSSStretch Take time to stretch after you’ve been sitting a few hours or before a walk.

Nice work, you’ve completed your Two Week Tune Up™! Now it’s all about committing to your new healthy habits and maintaining your 2-week triumph. Experts recommend a lifestyle that includes long-term changes in daily eating and exercise habits for weight management.

• What’s a healthy weight for you?
  Body Mass Index (BMI) is a useful tool to measure overweight and obesity. It’s calculated based on both your height and weight. Although it doesn’t distinguish between fat and muscle, it is a better measure of body fat than scale weight alone. You can check your BMI using this calculator.

Out with the old habits and in with the new you. This is a great start to losing weight and getting healthier. Now it’s all about the new routine, and doing things differently.

• Patience is a Virtue Remember, it takes time to learn new habits, but even small changes can make a difference and will keep you on the road to healthfully losing weight.