Well I finished Phase I and lost 6.4 lbs.
I have also been doing short walks about 3-4 times a week to build up my strength. I had to start out slow cause I was so out of shape I could barely walk 5 minutes without being out of breath and having a splitting backache.
Now I am up to 25-30 minute walks. I have more energy but its still somewhat painful to walk for more than 10 or 15 minutes. But I can feel the difference already and am breathing better and walking at a more brisk pace than before.
My goal is to get up to 45 minute walks within the next two weeks. I also want to be in my optimum heart rate range. Because for now I am way over it. So my secondary goal is to get my heart in better condition and to lower my BP. Wish me luck!!