I just "retired" after 23 years working for the same company to spend more time with my teenage daughters. I've always been active and swam in college. I am currently suffering with a could of bulging discs in my neck that is drastically reducing my activities and greatly frustrating. My goal is to loose 19 lbs by my birthday - right before Xmas. I'd be very satisfied with the 1st 10, though! More important, now that I have more time (ha ha) I'd like to create a more healthy environment for my family and a way of life.