I just have to keep going , have already lost 2st on step 2 but have had to take 3 weeks off for medical reasons , so i am now short of time ,, so the decision to do ss is going to be hard going , but if i can get off at least 18 lbs i will be pleased , got exactly 4 wks and 5 days !!!!!!!!,,,,,,, mission to fit into holiday clothes !!