big boned not big 5" 7'. carried 170-180 lbs from age 25-55. and played sports ok till 39 and knees died. I look healthy not fat at 170lbs. But 200lbs is first goal then last 20 after i maintain 200 lb for 3 months. But my health and blood tests improved immediately after new diet. Having sleep apnea and arthritis makes weight loss very hard. really can't go back to processed foods. I would immediately gain most back.