Well, I've decided I have to shed about 10-12 pounds. I hate the way my clothes fit. My endurance at karate sucks. I can't break a 10-minute mile on my "runs." My metabolism is steadily slowing down, and if I don't do something now, I'll wake up one day and realize I'm 30 lbs overweight.

So, hardcore Atkins is coming to the rescue (hopefully).

I start today. No more than 20 carbs a day for two weeks. Go!