| Current goal: | 
        Revised Goal: I've lost about 30 pounds since starting. New goal is to get in the healthy BMI range by fall (rather than overweight BMI range). Focus on protiens:  staying away from starch and refined sugar. | 
      
    
      
        | Favorite diets: | 
        okay, salads with lots of fun stuff on them | 
      
    
      
        | Favorite activities: | 
        running, biking, reading | 
      
    
      
        | Need help with: | 
        staying focused, not working so much | 
      
    
      
        | Geographic area: | 
        midwest | 
      
    
      
        | More info: | 
        Chronic back problems have been an issue for the past 7 years. This year, multiple bulging discs made me realize that I can't afford to put off getting fit any longer. I'm 45 and need to be fit and healthy. |