Review and revise your diet. "You are what you eat" is a very true statement. Cut out foods high in sugar and fat and avoid eating excessive carbohydrates. Eliminating all soda from your daily meals, even diet soda, is one step that will truly transform your body. Begin using a daily food journal to keep track of your nutrition.

Start moving. Whatever level of fitness you are at, increasing your activity is the perfect place to begin. You can include physical activity virtually everywhere in your life. Take daily walks around your neighborhood, walk on a treadmill in your home while you watch television, or even replace your desk chair with a stability ball to strengthen your core muscles.

Incorporate cardiovascular exercise, flexibility exercises and weight training into your workout. Work out three to five times a week and be sure to choose your favorite method of exercise. Purchase Pilates DVDs, join a gym or purchase home exercise equipment to keep yourself motivated and to avoid getting bored with your workouts. Always remember to stretch your muscles before and after every workout.

Drink more water. Our bodies are made up of 75 percent water, so making sure you are properly hydrated is essential to your health. Drinking more water helps your digestion, aids in fat loss and can even benefit your complexion.

Use a daily planner to keep track of your eating and exercise habits. This will keep you on course and help you stay focused on your objective. Visit with a nutritionist or trainer to target your personal nutritional and physical needs.