Just in case you were wondering, I haven't given up entirely or anything, my first day was too much at once, and instead of "pleasantly sore" I ended up at "unable to walk" sooo I have been recuperating this week. I think I'll be able to try again tomorrow but I will include a lot more stretching this time. I've mostly been focusing on diet changes in the meantime. Not following any kind of plan yet, mostly just eating smarter and learning about food (again).
I like this a lot, and it's SUPER filling:
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal for One
It's slow going but I'm trying. All weight fluctuations have been water related I'm sure lately... not enough of a change to worry about yet. I'm still hopeful and I'm still trying