Thanks very much for all the feedback and references. This is helpful. I guess the whole reason I wanted to switch was because I knew I needed this muscle. I have to say, my knees are feeling better which I was shocked about initially. I am sure that is due to the increased strength. I find I can do heavier wts with lower reps more easily (knee-wise) than higher reps with lower wts. Just the repititions bothered my knees so I used to think I could not do squats or lunges. I have often gotten myself in a situation where I had to stick with something unrealistic to maintain my weight (too much cardio usually), and all the while my legs still didn't look great, so in the long run, this should work better in actually improving my metabolism.
I have to agree that the fat loss part of the program seems to come later and the point now seems to be strengthening and building up the metabolism. I just have to get past associating tight pants with getting fat for now. While I am not losing fat, it makes no sense that I would be gaining it right now. I am just so hung up on pants size because it has always been my guide!
I am going to re-read the nutrition section and Hussman article. Thanks again.
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