Ginger, TY for your input...I have been active physically all my life...I am a male and walk a couple miles two or three times per week...When not walking I am on my wife's stationary bike...I do eat very well and watch what I eat...Problem, past winter I gained more weight then I wanted ,result I am not happy...You mentioned ( understanding your body) ,please elaborate if you are willing...I am very interested.....TY....