ive lost about 10 lbs in the last 2-3 months since ive started riding again this season. although riding the past 2 weeks have decreased due to injury and f-ing weather i generally ride around 100 miles a week and i plan to increase this in the coming months. i also changed eating habits - lots of fruit, veggies white meats and fish. cut down on the drinking a lot (i cant stand waking up to a hangover anymore. id rather ride for 50 miles) and that seems to help, although beer is a great recovery drink. just take everything in moderation. self control is key. take it easy dont be too serious because that takes the fun out of it. i general you are going to know what is good and bad for you, the hard part is making the best decision. cheers.