I think you are better off continuing the excersize - even though the pounds may take a wee bit longer, when you lose the fat, the muscle will be there, and there will be far less "loose" skin! At least, that is what I am telling myself. A girl at work, who has lost a TON (147 pounds) on Atkins is finding now that she has a lot of extra skin becuase she didn't do a lot of working out, walking or any excersize really. I would rather go slow and really look good and tight in the end...and you will as well with your workout schedule! Good luck