I sometimes get asked for tips on how to lose weight and how to get into running.  I usually share my own experience as that worked for me.  I always stress though that everyone is different so the advice I give is not professional advice but just based on what worked for me.  It is always important to talk to your own family physician before beginning any nutrition or exercise lifestyle change.  But still, there are universal things within my story that should be useful to most anyone seeking to live a healthier life and even get into the great sport of running.