Set your sights on a fit body this summer

Want to be fit and fabulous by swimsuit season? It's really not too late. February is wrapping up fast, but there's a lot of time left before that hot weather hits. It's reasonable that you could drop two pants sizes by summer, maybe even more. All it takes is a few healthy changes in your life, like these ideas from USA Today:

• Cut back your calorie intake by 400 to 500 a day.
• Burn more calories by beginning an exercise routine.
• Start strength training.
• Use a calendar to record your progress and to remind yourself that summer is on its way.
• Fill one half of your plate up with fruits and veggies at every meal.
• Measure food to understand portion size.
• Eat at the table to avoid mindless eating.
• Pay attention to how you feel -- healthy foods will give you more energy, while junk food may make you feel sluggish.

Don't think of it as a diet or not being able to eat what you want. Instead, look at what you add to your day -- fresh air, exercise, nutritious foods. By summer you'll be fit and feeling great!