Taylor Hicks is lighter and more fit than he was a year ago when he won American Idol - about 20 pounds lighter.

How did he do it? Taylor's weight loss plan was surprisingly simple, he ate healthier and exercised more. Hicks has taken up running and does a high-energy performance act on stage. In other words, he is watching his calories and is exercising everyday. You can achieve the same results by eating right and exercising everyday.

If you want see Taylor Hick and learn about his weight loss plan, My Fox Milwaukee has a video of a recent story that it aired.