[Drivesthebeast]

I had lost between 20 and 25 lbs during the winter and spring (Back to Back Excersies in Texas and Wainwright, followed by a 5-week career course in Kingston). Since moving to Ottawa, I've put it all back on, or at least most of it, and that's got me upset. I was doing great, marching and running was getting easier all the time, and I could feel that my cholesterol and blood pressure were going back to normal (less fatigue, more energy, fewer headaches).

We are adopting our neighbours dog, a 6-year old Rottweiler/German Shepherd mix named Nikita, and she's going to help a lot...going for walks or runs wit her 2x per day and whatever else we do with her. I am also going to start using my bike on the trails here in Ottawa, as well as the gym at NDHQ on a more regular basis.

I should be able to get back on track, and slim down and bulk up again pretty easy...just gotta find the willpower and have some support behind my efforts.

Best of luck to you Steve, and everyone else wanting to shape up.