Hey guys thanks for the positive feedback! A lot of people use the old "You don't need to lose weight" line and it really doesn't help with the motivation. And yes, I agree with both of you that it helps to get rid of the weight before you wake up and suddenly notice those extra pounds that magically appear!
As far as the fat smashing goes, I'm not following it strictly yet as a friend borrowed my book, but I'm working in more cardio and trying to cut out all white foods (breads, sugar, potatoes, rice, etc...). We'll see how it goes when I follow it word for word...wish me luck! And Marie, it really is a lifestyle change which is what I like about it...I think we all know by now that fad diets don't work!