When I hear health professionals suggesting that you shouldn't worry about the balance of calories in versus calories out, but rather eat clean and follow your hunger instincts, well, I really just want to pinch their heads off. That's like a millionaire suggesting that instead of worrying about that's in your bank account, just listen to your shopping instincts and buy high-quality goods . . . weight loss is not magic. To a great extent, it's accounting.

Ask yourself every couple of minutes, 'Can I go harder? Can I do more?' You've got so much power. Show me.

Treat yourself like a fat person with aches and pains and a suitcase full of excuses, and good luck-you'll stay exactly where you are. Train like an athlete and, though you may not look like one now, you will become one.

You're always a work in progress. Flexibility. Personality. Motivation. There's always room to improve.

Get comfortable being uncomfortable, that's how you break the plateau and reach the next level.

Know how blessed you are to be able to work this hard!

Only exercise on the days you want to improve your mood.