In 2008 I was over 400 pounds, actually 420 pounds to be exact. I have actually always had a weight issue and I have tried my whole life to "figure it out" when it comes to weight loss. So I changed. I ate more fruits and vegetables. I worked out more. I lowered my portion sizes. And I also lost 221 pounds....... Today I have kept off most of the weight, and I focus more on different workouts and talking about my experiences at 420 pounds. I do not know if I have "figured it out"...... But I work hard every day not to be over 400 pounds. Theantijared.com