The decision to carry out a physical fitness program cannot be taken lightly. It requires a lifelong commitment of time and effort. Exercise must become one of those things that you do without question, like bathing and brushing your teeth. Unless you are convinced of the benefits of fitness and the risks of unfitness, you will not succeed.

Patience is essential. Don't try to do too much too soon and don't quit before you have a chance to experience the rewards of improved fitness. You can't regain in a few days or weeks what you have lost in years of sedentary living, but you can get it back if you persevere. And the prize is worth the price.

In FIT FOR JESUS you will find the basic information you need to begin and maintain your lifestyle change of being a healthier you. The program is intended for the average healthy adult and a hold harmless contract is required for program participation......GET READY, you're on the way!

Fried frozen: Fried shrimp, french fries, fish sticks, onion rings, and the like. Even if you "bake" them, it's too late — they're already fried

Frozen fat: Pizza and similar frozen foods loaded with cheese, meat, and fats.

Snack attack: Crackers, potato chips, and tortilla chips. Most of these are fried, and even the low-fat versions pack a lot of empty calories!

Sweets: Cookies, candies, and cakes — even the nonfat ones — contain no vitamins or minerals. If you can't stay away from them, don't keep them on hand!

Artery cloggers: Sausage, bacon, and other fatty red meats.