At the beginning of 2005 I was up to 226 lbs. Mostly from eating to much, and overindulgence in liquid refreshment. I got back in the gym about 18 months ago. I would do cardio and curcuit train on Monday/Thursday; and swim 1100 meters on Tuesday. I was down to 201 lbs 9 months later, and in the best shape of my life. I don't want to be huge. I just want to be strong, and in good shape. I don't even care if my weight creeps up as long as it is muscle gain.