[hellbender]

Congratulations on losing so much fat. I've had to do that a few times, and it is not easy, but it can be done. Our ancestors lived in times when survival was very mucn in doubt and the food supply was always at risk, so there was a premium on the ability to store calories as fat, lest one starve.

I like to hike, and have been surprised to see people who are outright obese climbing mountains. I have also seen really old people making it to the top. However, I am reminded of the saying that there are "old pilots, and bold pilots, but no old bold pilots." I have yet to see any old obese hikers!

[irishtenor]

Then you should see the pictures of my hikes on Facebook :>)
I am an old (56) overweight (245) hiker! Went to the 8600 ft level on Mt Rainier in July.