I read the sensational report a few months back about how 14 of 15 “The Biggest Loser” contestants had experienced a massive reduction in their rate of metabolism which made the majority of them regain the weight. I read this (and this article was sent to me by more than a few people) and I have to admit, I was a little concerned for a moment. But then that moment passed, and I realized that I did not do what those people did, nor did I lose the weight as quickly as those people did. My body has had time to absorb the change and to get used to it. I lost my weight naturally.

Now, when I eat more, I gain weight. When I eat right, I lose weight. I have not yet reached an equilibrium point where my intake matches my caloric burn, but I do know it’s coming. At that point, I’ll either have to reduce my intake or increase my activities to burn more calories. Knowing me, it’ll be more of the former than the latter.

However, I am also starting a kettle ball program this week to work muscles in my body, and Sherry and I are going to start more active walking/jogging/running very soon.

The main point is, however, that I’ve noticed that my body responds quickly to changes in diet. It’s predictable and reproducible. My results are not out of the ordinary or unusual; they echo the results many people I know are experiencing as well.

Eat right and your body will treat you right. Eat badly and your body will go bad. It’s pretty simple. I’ve nearly lost all the weight I gained after the long holiday weekend just by being careful, and NOT by starving or depriving myself of anything. I’m just watching my portion sizes and not eating treats. It’s neat to see it work so well.