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    My name is Daniel.
    I am 33, about to turn 34, years old. I have spent just about my whole life overweight. With the exception of loseing 130 pounds 8 years ago. I have to admit i couldnt remember ever feeling that good. And it was thanks to a really small young lady that had told me about Atkins. I thought it was a bit strange sounding at first but she began to relate her struggle with weight. It worked for her so I jumped on board to this new way of eating, it was new to me. I went from 315 to 185 in less than 6 months. I was doing ALOT of walking at the time. I love the mountains. I kept the weight off for 2 years. I decided it was time to make another change.

    I had to quit smoking. This is where it changed. I started to go astray, little by little. Then compound that with the loss of my dad and later a friend. I let go. Years later I sit here in a state of depression, pain and confusion. I am now 440 pounds. Funny thing is, everyone in my life tells me how I can lose the weight. But I have always known how to do it. It has just been hard to get started for some reason. But I have decided that I am tired of it. I cant even go out to check my mail without my back hurting. Anyway, I am here because I feel the number one thing that kept me going 8 years ago was the support my friend Kelly gave me, I am here to ask for your help. I know its possible. Today is the two week point of the induction phase. I made it this far, so...here I am.
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    Start date: 5/20/05 - SW/440
    Restart date: 1/1/10 - RW/400
    CW/400
    GW/190


  • #2
    woohoo! Glad you made it. You'll love it here!

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    • #3
      hello welcome to the boards.. glad u are here..
      F/27/5"8






      http://www.myspace.com/yoursliceoflife

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      • #4
        I already replied in your intro thread.

        But I'll say it again, Welcome to the board. More specifically, Welcome to The Century Club!
        Jim


        Yes I'm eating a smore in the picture, how do you think I got so fat?
        M/41/6'2"
        Original Start 348 6/14/04 Low 275.2 9/13/2005
        Restart 338.0 2/5/10 ---Current 325.0 2/22/10---Goal 210(195?)

        February miles run - 20
        "It's very hard in the beginning to understand that the whole idea is not to beat the other runners. Eventually you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit" - George Sheehan

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        • #5
          Welcome Daniel. These boards have been a priceless “tool” for me. The advice, encouragement, answers, etc that I receive here have been the reason I have stayed on this diet. I have lost 22 lbs and am going strong. It is very courageous of you to be honest about your struggle and you’ve come to the right place. Some tips: if you don’t have it, get Dr.Atkins’ book, post your stats, start walking (as much as possible without pain), drink lots of water, and post, post, post.
          :yes
          ~ Female, 28, 5'5 ~






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          • #6
            :wave Hi Daniel! Welcome to the ha !!! Glad you found us! If its support you're looking for you've definatley come to the right place! Lots of nice smart people here who will be more than willing to help anyway we can! :joy

            Congrats on making it thru the first 2 weeks, the hardest part IMO is getting started, sounds like you are already on your way!


            5'4"
            45 yrs (F) a.k.a. "Butterbean"
            Start date 5/18/2003
            197/163.5/130

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            • #7
              Hello, welcome aboard!!
              33 female
              Highest weight 350 (lost 25 lbs on WW)
              Started Atkins Oct 2003
              SW 327/ CW 177/ goal 150













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              • #8
                Welcome to the board Daniel!!!

                I agree with all of the aboves... here is where you can find your support! Anytime of day. Browse the before and after pic section when you need that kick in the butt!
                Start Date: 01/18/2005
                -90.5 lbs

                10/2005 -- 235.5 ---------- 02/2005 @ 315

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                • #9
                  Hi Daniel. I've come here every day since I discovered the board for encouragement, resolve, support, you name it. I quit my three-pack-a-day habit in 1986 and sometimes think that the only way I'll wear the skinny clothes I did then is to go back to smoking. This diet and this board are banishing those unhealthy thoughts! And giving me hope that this time I'll lose the weight for good.

                  :nod
                  6WEC#26

                  47/F/6' SW316/CW210/GWdon't know

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                  • #10
                    Welcome Daniel. I just started 2 weeks ago and if ya beed a buddy here I am! I could not do this without the help and support of this board. I look forward to being the biggest loser with ya!

                    Joy
                    Joy...aka former Carb Addict!

                    325/CW274/GW150





                    http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJ...er=queenblinky

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                    • #11
                      Welcome aboard Daniel. You have found the right place to hang out! Everyone here is very helpful and supportive. :wave

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                      • #12
                        Welcome Daniel! Amazing story! and so glad to see you've already re-started this WOE! Yes its a journey, but you can do it! :joy
                        Second Time Around!
                        Started: 1-6-07
                        SW219.5-CW203.5-GW140
                        F-48-5'4"

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                        • #13
                          Glad you made it here Daniel. You did it once and you can do it again!!
                          Congrats on quitting smoking. I did that very thing 10 years ago and it was the best thing I ever did for myself. Now I just have to get off the weight...all 250 plus pounds of it.

                          It is mind over matter. You can do it!!!

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                          • #14
                            Thank you everyone for your hello and encouragement. I think I am going to like it here.
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                            Start date: 5/20/05 - SW/440
                            Restart date: 1/1/10 - RW/400
                            CW/400
                            GW/190

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by dcs1771
                              Thank you everyone for your hello and encouragement. I think I am going to like it here.
                              You're gonna love it here. I've only been here a few days myself and am enjoying all the posts and the support.

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