I had lost before we left and gain some back on vacation. Then I buckled down hard Sunday and Monday. Fast metabolism diet. Very good for you and the Macfarlane body responds well to it. I do go to the gym every day. I get myself hooked on a series like downton Abby, goodwife, Grimm, or suits and then watch on my iPad while at the gym. Time goes fast and I am motivated to go to the gym with that carrot.