A lady at work lost a good bit of weight & really lost inches using the Leslie Sansone walking DVD. Using one of those stretchy bands like she does really helps too. The program gives you a really good work-out in the privacy of your own home; You can order on-line cheaper, & the deluxe set comes with the stretchy band & the 1, 2 & 3 mile walk. In whatever your efforts, be consistent, and if you can, have a close buddy for mutual encouragement and accountability. Good luck!! Don't give up!!