counting calories and exercise really works

5 years ago I lost 64 lb and the way I did it was 5 x 30 mins exercise each week and counting and recording all my calories! I managed to keep that weight off for 4.5 years but 6 months ago I had to stop exerciseing as I had hurt my back from all the running I was doing. I continued for a short time recording my calories but stopped about 4 months ago. Since then I have put 20 lb back on without really noticing! But now my clothes ain't fitting and I can really see the difference in photos etc in my face! I am into day 3 of starting again , my back is still very sore and have strarted brisk walking instead of running to restrict the impact and also recording my calories again. I am resisting the urge to weigh every 5 mins and am going to do it every monday morning without fail ! I hope to lose 10lb in 1st 12 weeks and then kick on from there fingers crossed . Watchg this space I will achieve it as there is no better feeling than people asking have you lost weight it just makes you smile! Wish me luck x