Hello, This seems like a great site to give and get encouragement, so I figured I'd join in the fun. I just jumped on with Metabolic Research Centers about 2 weeks ago. Just finished my preconditioning and started the fat burning process. I'm 5.6 1/2, 194 pounds (when I started) and just hit 189 today. It really seems to be coming off slower than they told me it would, yet I'm adhering STRICTLY to the program. I hope this gets easier. Looking forward to sharing and getting some good advice.