Sorry to bump a old post, but why start another..
I also found weight loss to be huge.
I have pretty major biomechanical issues and weight loss gave me another 3 years on my bad leg.
Once i get the biomechanical issues corrected, it will also help with recovery, for certain.
I also did, and still do low carb.. 5 years later. It keeps the weight from creeping back up.
