Hi there Mr. Crazy;

I had to respond to you because my son was in your position (minus the girl to impress) not too many years ago. Stress eating put the weight on fast. One day he was thin and it seemed like the next day he was looking pretty portly. He already had issues with self-esteem and this did not help him at all. But HE had to decide when to loose it, and he did.

All he did was walk. He walked just about everywhere. To work and back, over a mile each way. To a place to meet friends, the movie theatre, etc. He also cut out soda almost completely and drank water. It was cheaper and better for him. And, in about 6 months all the extra weight came off and has stayed off for over 3 years now.

It doesn't have to be hard but it does take an honest effort on your part.

GOOD LUCK!
Nancy-H