'Today' Show Host Hoda Kotb Embarks on Weight Loss Journey

Hoda Kotb is ready to start her weight loss journey in 2017!

The Today show host announced her New Year’s resolution to drop a few pounds while live on-air yesterday — and she was even brave enough to reveal her starting weight to millions of viewers.

“I’m gonna tell you something that kind of depressed me little this morning,” the 52-year-old told her co-star Jenna Bush Hager. “So you know when you have a good night because you don’t eat much because you’re in front of your boyfriend and then you get up in the morning and you work out and you’re like, ‘Yes, yes, yes?'” she said. “I got on the scale and I took a picture of it and I weigh — I’m just gonna say it — 152 [pounds].”

Hoda embarked on her weight loss journey for the Today show’s new fitness campaign, #startTODAY. She joined her fellow anchors Jenna and Craig Melvin, and each star has their own team of coaches to help them reach their goals.

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Cycling instructor Sue Molnar is on Hoda’s team to help her with her fitness, Angie Johnsey will help Hoda be more mindful and present, and Today show nutritionist Joy Bauer will help Hoda clean up her eating habits.

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Ok i stood on the scale this am–Time to drop some lbs! #starttoday #teamhoda post your weight and let’s do this!! Xo

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In order to help her reach her goal of dropping a few pounds, Joy advised Hoda to take everything she wanted to snack on in-between meals and instead of putting it in her mouth, place it in a plastic bag.

Hoda shared a photo of her snacks on Instagram, which included a mini York Peppermint Pattie, Hershey kisses, mints, grapes, and a handful of popcorn.

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Hoda is continuing to document her weight loss journey on Instagram and recently shared an inspirational quote about change with her followers.

Click through the gallery below to find out other stars’ weight loss secrets!

Kate Hudson

Kate's secret to staying fit? Cutting sugar from her diet! "That was an eye-opener for me, I realized I was craving [sugar] like an addict around 4 p.m. every day. I would crave something sweet and it hit me how much sugar we really eat," the star said during an interview for Jimmy Choo's Autumn/Winter 2015 campaign.

Jada Pinkett Smith

According to the actress, getting fit is more about eating right than hitting the gym! "We start eating because we want our muscles more toned, that's more proteins — or eating because you want to have more energy, that means more vegetables. Your whole body will change," she told People of her diet advice.

Brooke Burke-Charvet

The mom-of-four stays healthy and happy by prioritizing workouts! "I really try to make sure I schedule my workouts like I schedule my kids’ appointments. I just really believe in giving the gift of fitness to ourselves — if you’re going to get addicted to something, get addicted to fitness. The benefits are so great!" Brooke told Closer in an exclusive interview.

Soleil Moon Frye

The mom-of-four recently shed more than 20 pounds by following a Nutrisystem diet and exercising with her kids! "[The meal plan] has been amazing… I just love that I get to eat while [on the program], because I’m not someone who can just survive on water, that’s not me. I’m really enjoying the food," Soleil — who is one of the co-founders of Seedling, a collection of toys, crafts, and activity kits for kids — exclusively told Closer Weekly.

Christie Brinkley

"[Start] with a healthy diet — nutrition is an amazing way to contribute to your own well-being, and, of course, exercise and attitude," Christie recently told Elle, adding that she follows a strict vegan diet. "Adopting a really positive attitude can work wonders to adding years to your life, a spring to your step, a sparkle to your eye, and all of that."

Al Roker

According to the Today Show weatherman, weight loss is all "about a balance" of diet choices and regular exercise. "I bike to work every day. I eat a little bit less. I take a couple of hard-boiled eggs to work for breakfast. I have a salad for lunch and then a normal dinner," he told Closer in October 2014.

Debra Messing

Last April, the former Will & Grace star revealed she shed 20 pounds by eating "really, really clean healthy foods." Her go-to snack? Green juice! "[It includes] kale and spinach and celery and ginger and lemon and cucumber," she told ABC News. "At least I know I'm starting my day and getting a big shot of nutrients that I need. I start out strong."

Drew Barrymore

The actress recently shed 20 pounds by cutting out junk food from her diet! "I was 144 and now I'm 124. I feel really great. I followed Kimberly Snyder’s methods, but I added some protein like fish and chicken since she's all vegetarian or vegan. I've been very disciplined and all I did was cry and dream about pizza. I still am dreaming and crying about pizza," she revealed.