melinda... I'm cheering you on!!! several people here have lost substantial weight thru cycling... mary is one... she is just doing amazing... my brother also lost 1/2 (yes half) his body weight thru changing his diet and cycling...

I'm a lifetime weight watcher too... 11 yrs ago I was about 70lbs heavier... have kept it off all these years and can't believe I can now say I'm an athlete!

you go!!! I know you can do it... I'm excited to hear about your first ride...