Hi, Meg!!!!!! Have you been lurking long? If so, you know we're a pretty fun bunch, but we do have our serious sides, too. We all try to help each other find what works best. Sounds like you're off to a great start!

Have you read either or both of the basic Protein Power books? That's an excellent start ("Protein Power" first, to get the basics, and then "Protein Power Lifeplan" to hone your strategy).

Tell us a little about yourself.

PS: I just finished a full hour of the step aerobics and feel mighty good. My heart rate was way up there, but I could still talk and I felt good. I'm thinking maybe my body needs a little more cardio right now. So, the plan is cardio primary, weight-training secondary.