Do you know that you're already dramatically cutting your risk of breast cancer — regardless of your age — by following the exercise recommendations of my Fit Forever!* plan? Researchers have found that exercising five days a week can slash your risk by 20 percent or more! No pill can promise that! Moderate exercise, such as walking, cycling, or swimming, seemed to provide the best protection.

It's no surprise that researchers also found that women close to their ideal body weight benefited the most — showing once again the key connection between fitness, weight, and your health! So as you work hard to reach your goals, remember to give yourself an extra pat on the back for doing something about your breast cancer risk too!

*From Denise Austin