Since March of 2014, I have lost 140 pounds through eating right and exercise. I woke up one day and was just tired of being tired! I have primarily counted calories and cut out all soda and fast food. My exercise has been primarily through taking classes at the local Y, including Zumba and Body Pump; however, recently I have begun focusing on running more and hope to run my first 1/2 marathon next spring!

I have an amazing husband who has been so supportive over the past year. We have done three 5k races together, and he has crossed the finish line with me at each one, despite being a much better runner than me! I enjoy sharing my journey with others and hope that my experiences will help others on their own weight loss journeys.

I joined DietBet because I needed a little extra motivation and thought, what better motivator than money? The DietBet community and the opportunity to share and receive support from others going through a weight loss journey impressed me. I love the ideas and information others have shared, as well as the feeling of not going through this alone! Every time I have used DietBet, it's been when I've been feeling low and needed something to help motivate me.

The accountability was huge. I knew at the end of four weeks I couldn't lie to the scale. I hate losing at anything! Also, knowing I could share and ask questions of others in my bet group was great. It really made me feel I wasn't alone.

My favorite thing about DietBet, other than winning some money, was the shared experiences. Weight loss is hard. Anyone who tells you differently is lying. Having a community of people at your fingertips going through the same thing you are is invaluable.

I have recommended DietBet to friends who say they are lacking motivation. I mean what better motivator is there than money? It's a great way to hold yourself accountable, if even for a short time. It's a great starting point to kick start yourself. It’s also great to get new ideas and to be inspired by others and their journeys.