re: Study of Biggest Losers finds that the body wants and will fight to be Fat

Well, since I was professionally measured by the university lab I paid to do it, I suppose I know what the percentages were. FYI, I am 6 feet tall. I raced at 135-137 up until I was 41-42. During the years I lifted I raced at 142-145. It was always a PITA to keep weight on during the season.

I'm not trying to argue with you, I'm just presenting the perspective of a retired runner who raced for 30+ years on an elite, sponsored level. Every elite level athlete has strength and weaknesses. I was thin with a high VO2 max. I trained to my strengths and this too, like not lifting, was a mistake.

And, I agree with you. In peak condition I was scary thin. I got sick a lot. I had all sorts of nagging injuries. Pain management was always a big part of the game. I am much healthier now at age 55+ and 155 lbs. I only run about 45-50 miles a week these days. I lift (if you can call it that) every other day. I feel great.