Been working out on the elliptical since the 3rd wk. of January, slowing building the distance & amount of time I can go . Have kept 8 pounds off. Started running at the track last week 5/13 one lap 1/4mile. 5/14 walked a lap, ran a lap, walked a lap, ran a lap, walked a lap -ran 1/2 mile total! No extreme shin splints-no extreme out of breath problems. Ran again today like last time 1/2 mile w/walking. Felt good to be able to run-haven't really been able to do this for so long -working on the elliptical has so helped me & condition my body, but running on the track really inspires you to eat less, because you are more aware of all the flab that is jiggling! Ha! Well, keep on keeping on! Eat less, live more! Don't give up, it takes lots of effort, time & consistency to build muscle mass & increase your metabolism to finally shed those extra unneeded pounds. Hello to less of me!