I suggest you find the best fitness friend. A workout buddy is hugely helpful for keeping motivated, but it's important to find someone who will inspire, not discourage. So make a list of all your exercise-loving friends, then see who fits these criteria, says your best friend maybe. And also you have to know when to weigh, You have to follow your diet for a whole week. Weigh to go! Now it's time to start tracking your progress (and make sure pesky pounds don't find their way back on). "It's best to step on the scale in the morning before eating or drinking and prior to plunging into your daily activities," says Newgent. For the most reliable number, be sure to check your poundage at a consistent time, whether daily or weekly.