I had to lose weight for my hip surgery, too. I had it done and to date I've lost 90 pounds on my own. I'm going for the gold 120pds before it's all over. But the problem is all the loose skin...dang it! At 65, it's kinda hard to gain muscle. But I feel better, am off my blood pressure meds, and I stand a little taller, I think. Thanks for your words, sis! :) xoxo