Hi, all. I just wanted to share that for some reason today I feel discouraged for the first time since starting this WOL in early January. My weight is back up 4 lb from my all time low a couple of weeks ago and feel sad, like I've been trying so hard and for what?

I've been working out 3x a week at the gym as usual and have been walking or bicycling for 1/2 hour to 1 1/2 hours 5-6 days a week, as usual. I've been drinking all my water and finally got around to learning Fitday. Yes, some of my clothes are a bit looser. My carbs usually run in the mid-thirties, with a few days higher or lower. I'm at about 11-12 times my weight in calories each day.

Today is the first time I've felt truly impatient about this process or envious of my sister, who had only 20 lbs to lose and is already at goal, having started Atkins in November. I hate to sound like a whiner, but I feel all discouraged.

Any advice? You folks are always so helpful and encouraging, it's good to be able to turn to you for help.

Thanks.