[kina]

I know someone who had their jaw wired shut (accident, not really looking to loose weight) and she lost 20 pounds. Under 30, didn't exercise, etc, very loose sking, loss of muscle tone, looks lumpier than before she lost weight.

Lauren, your plan is excellent. You have to ramp up the intensity if you want faster results, in terms of cardio-vascular fitness as well as weight loss. Increasing the weight training is a must, you'll build muscle, which will increase your metabolism which will cause you to lose fat faster. You'll initially put on wieght, because muscle is heavier than fat, but will lose inches, look and feel better.