Tracy B put on the usual weight during her pregnancy and then continued to add more afterward—almost 100 pounds over healthy weight. One day she decided to take small steps, literally, by walking in her neighborhood. Then, she found a charity marathon team that motivated her to take the next step. “The marathon team became a part of me—like a little extension of my family.” Instead of restricting her diet, Tracy exercised portion control and eliminated high-fat snacks. Each step reinforced her positive lifestyle as the pounds were burned off during exercise. The best part, according to Tracy, was that she entered a new and wonderful world of exercise.