My family is predisposed to curvyness on both sides-- my mom's side the women and men are built like linebackers (tall, heavy boned) and on my dad's they are much shorter but are curvy and mediterranean.

One of the reasons I am worried about this is that I want to be ten lbs or so lighter for the next racing season-- it just makes a big difference, especially in climbing and ESPECIALLY trying to keep up with skinny teenagers on bikes. If I can lose those lbs on this tour, I will have fewer problems maintaining it when I get back. Maintaining is easy for me when I am riding lots. Losing is not.

It's incredible that you've lost so much weight-- I can't imagine the willpower that must take. I'm fortunate to only have to worry about ten to fifteen stubborn pounds and I really applaud you on your success so far. I am sure that bicycling will help you!