A single mom, stressed and working full time, Betina Adams, 45, was tipping the scale at 210 pounds. Then, she decided to turn things around, and kicked off her weight loss by losing 20 pounds in 4 months.

That was just the beginning. She ended up losing a total of 70 pounds. Her current weight is 140 pounds, she feels great, and after reconnecting with her former husband, she recently remarried.

If you need to lose 20 pounds, or any amount of weight for that matter, you may find her weight-loss tips useful.

Biggest Obstacle

Not always having time to cook. Instead, I eat out and try to make healthy choices whenever possible. Almost all restaurants can make a grilled chicken breast, which you can have with salad and steamed vegetables.

Weekly Exercise Program

Dancing: 2 hours/once a week. Walking or biking: 20-30 minutes/4 times a week.

Eating Philosophy

She follows Weight Watchers POINTS system, which allots three balanced meals and two snacks a day.

What She Learned

Eat breakfast! You do yourself a disservice if you skip breakfast thinking you can save calories. A healthy breakfast helps jump-start your metabolism. Make time for yourself.

It is easy to lose yourself when you are a mom and a wife. Taking 30 minutes a day for exercise can help clear your mind and improve your body.

Keep an eye on portion sizes. It is easy to overdo it, so use a food scale or even the palm of your hand to ensure you stay on track.