Kent~ I had heard that overweight people have more lean mass b/c they need to carry more weight around. Thanks for the clarification.

And Nat, thanks a bunch for the tips on preserving my LBM. I've decided that, if at all possible, I want to try and keep as much as possible of my 105 lbs of lean body mass. I'd rather weigh more but have more LBM, as it (especially muscle!) burns up more calories!

I am a grazer, so the small meals thing should be no problem, and I'll try and keep my protien intake at the right level. And since I am new to weight training (I am such a wimp now! ), hopefully I will make up for any lost muscle by adding new muscle.

And I have just one more question -- is water weight LBM or fat mass? I know I will lose at least 6 lbs of water, and was wondering what "category" it falls under. TIA!