"I Lost 227 Pounds"

Jamie's Weight-Loss Plan

My Diet: "A two-egg omelet and oatmeal for breakfast, chicken for lunch, lean turkey sausage and a baked potato for dinner, and a lot of fruits and veggies for snacks."

My Guilty Pleasure: "Ice cream with Oreos. Life should be enjoyed, and I know I can treat myself without going back to 342 pounds."

My Workout: "I walk two or three miles on the treadmill every other day, and weight train on alternate days."

My #1 Motivator: "The looks of utter amazement from people who haven't seen me lately -- priceless!"

Originally published in FITNESS magazine, February 2007.