American Idol's Taylor Hicks Loses It!

As I was getting my weekly fix of celebrity news, I spotted a thinner Taylor Hicks, winner of last season's American Idol. He still has those gray locks, but his chubby face has decreased in size. I think it is awesome that he has been able to shed those unwanted pounds and it makes me even more determined to get rid of my extra baggage. So how did Taylor lose it?

With further investigation, I found that all Taylor had to do was cut out the "soul food" of southern cooking, being from Alabama, and pass on those late night urges to hit McDonald's. Hicks tells reporters that he's cut fast food out of his diet all together. He has replaced his fattening foods with salads, fish, and chicken noodle soup, just to name a few. Plus, as everyone knows, Hicks has been on the road performing and that can help take the weight off too. He is currently promoting his album by going on a 53-city tour.

Taylor explains how performing under the hot lights and doing his oh so unique dance moves helps eliminate the fat as well. Besides dancing, Hicks has picked up running as a means of staying in shape. It sounds like he is liking his new body, dropping from 215 pounds to 193. He also ensures us that he does take a day off and enjoys some chocolate cake.

So, how can we shed those extra pounds like Taylor Hicks? I did a little research and here is what I have found. No, it isn't a miracle diet pill either! As we should know, and as Hicks has shown, healthy eating and an active lifestyle is the only way to shed those pounds and keep them off.

First of all, let's make sure we are eating the right amount of foods each day. Check out http://www.mypyramid.gov/, you can get personalized results that are easy to follow. Next, what about a healthy diet? http://www.caloriescount.com/ will show you how to eat right and eat the right portions. Plus, don't forget to find the right workout program that will fit your needs. I always recommend consulting a doctor before starting a workout program. If you are like myself, you might need some motivation, so here is a link to help you enjoy your newfound healthy lifestyle,
http://exercise.about.com/od/plateausmotivation/a/enjoyexercise.htm.

Congratulations to Taylor Hicks for shedding those 22 pounds and thank you for encouraging others to follow your groovy footsteps.