I've actually never really had a fitness plan - and - my lack of "in shape-ness" proves this. I was pretty satisfied with my appearance until I got married and gained the "I'm comfortable" weight. Now that my husband and I are divorcing, I am trying to focus more on taking care of myself. So, I'm in Tennessee with my folks for around two months before I move to Kentucky for school. I joined the local YMCA and plan on swimming five mornings a week and working on improving my stamina and then moving on to other cardio workouts (treadmill, elliptical, biking) and weight training.
My job once I get to University of Kentucky is working as a residence hall director. My assignment is in the Wellness Living Learning Community - the biggest benefit (in my mind) is that we have our own gym in the basement of our dorm. I am looking forward to continuing cardio/weight training once I get there and swimming when I can make it to the main recreation facility on campus. Also, I am motivated to continue working out when I'm supposed to be leading by example.
Finally, I have completely changed my diet. I recently discovered that I have a sensitivity to gluten - so - I have completely cut it out of my diet. My choices for food are a bit more limited now and therefore my consumption of fresh vegetables has increased while my old standby of pasta has essentially disappeared (with the exception of an occasional gluten free pasta dish). Since making this switch, I've lost two pants sizes without adjusting my activity level at all. Not suggesting that it would work for everyone - but - that's what has helped me thus far.
Good luck everyone!