When I saw the word "OBESE" on my chart I decided then and there to start losing weight. I was 255 at the time. I want to live long enough to get to know my grand kid's kids. The doc did mention I was carrying a lot of weight and slightly hinted at trying to lose weight. Also, a couple of year ago I applied for life insurance and was told I have to pay more because of my weight. I am down 30 lbs since then and hopefully when I get down to the "acceptable" range I will reapply for life insurance and not have to pay so much. Plus I feel a lot better and mobile now. Joints don't hurt as much and I seem to recover from work outs alot quicker. I know guys my age(43) who have a hard time getting up out of chairs.