What are your weight-control goals?

To overall be healthier and fitter, to fit into a size 10 pair of pants and eventually get a flat stomach :)

What is your motivation for losing weight?

My motivation was too be healthier and have a nice body. Being a 16-year old girl, it wasn't normal to be 109kg and there are a lot of pressures to look thin etc. But mostly i just wanted to fit into nice clothes and be happier.

What is your weight-loss method?

I record everything that i eat into CalorieKing. I exercise 5-6 times a week with 4 of those days being cycle classes or circuits and the rest weight training. I also play basketball, so that helps a lot. Usually I'll stick to a strict diet during the week, then at the weekend just cut loose and have that low-fat chocolate bar or a chocolate drink, and eat pasta etc.

What obstacles have you encountered while losing weight?

Some of the obstacles include:
- Finding time to exercise with school and a part time job
- Steering clear of unhealthy foods at parties etc.

What tips do you have for others who are trying to lose weight?

Some tips I have for others is not to deprive yourself of certain foods. I still eat a lot of carbohydrates but manage to burn it off with exercise. It's ridiculous; these low-carb diets don't work. I proved them wrong. You have to treat yourself every week to help you stay on track and having take-away once a month wont hurt you. I've eaten bad foods over the weekends and then got back on track Monday morning, its really easy and I'm still lost weight. Also having a low-fat dessert every night wont hurt. Really, exercise is the key thing and just eat a well balanced diet.

How do you feel now that you're achieving success?

I feel great, I really can't begin to explain it. I look and feel healthier, I love getting compliments all the time!

How have the products or services offered by CalorieKing.com.au helped you to lose weight?

CalorieKing has been great with the food diary, it helps me stay on track. I really couldn't imagine my journey without it.