Ok, I am convinced. I don't think it is a good idea for me if I don't have enough energy for my cycling. Thank you everyone for your input.

Another concern for me would be loss of muscle and bone density.

I've never done a fad diet in my life. I always eat heart healthy, and I have the good health to show that it is an appropriate choice for me. I just thought juicing for up to 3 weeks might be a way to get rid of the excess water I am carrying. I cut most of the sodium out of my bike drinks and food, and I've shed some of the excess water that way. I guess I will continue on with the same plan, and eventually it will come off.

I won't cut back on my cycling for any reason. Life is too short. Summers in Oregon are too short. Winter is just a breath away, and there I will be, clad in multiple layers of clothing, biking in the constant downpour and battling the incessant winter winds. I don't want to do anything to take away from the few good days of wonderful balmy bike weather left to me this year.

Darcy