Back in 2000 when I was training for the Boston-NewYork Aidsride, I was heavier. I started training in Mar 2000 at 145 lbs. The last month and a half leading up to the Sept ride I was averaging 150 mi per week. On the day I finished I weighed (drum roll please) 145 lbs. Did not lose an ounce through all those months BUT I was a pretty firm 145... definition, etc. My eating habits didn't change much. My bigger issue was staying hydrated enough.

So, don't be alarmed if the numbers don't change...

If you want to be really aware of the body changes, take a full body photo nekkid, both front and back. Put them away (or stick 'em on the fridge if thats your style).

In a couple of months, take another set. Take out the 1st photos and lay them side by side.... betcha you SEE a difference, that we sometimes don't see in the mirror.

P.S. Those of you who got here from "Longer Jerseys" may be corn-fused at the weight I note above. Yes, I now weigh in at 118, but it had nothing to do with diet OR exercise (see "Cycling and Depression").