Just Started a week ago....

[kristin12144]

Hi Everyone-

I just started the treck to lose 100lbs... Yikes... After a battle being ill, and a divorce of only one year of marriage... I lost control of my life. But Now I am in control and already down 5lbs in 6 days... is that about average ????

[Georgiana]

Re: Just Started a week ago....

Hi!

Welcome to the board!

The typical weight loss after 2 weeks of induction is 5-10% of what you have to lose. If you lost 5 lbs out of 100 in 6 days, that means you have already lost 5%, so you're doing great!

My advice however, don't freak out if there will be days when you weigh a little more than in the previous day. If you choose to weigh daily, make sure you don't get discouraged by the number you see on the scale.

Here's a sticky post you might want to read about this:

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-extended-induction/5090-weight-loss-not-linear.html

[ceemarie]

Re: Just Started a week ago....

Take it one pound at a time and one day at a time. You are off to a fantastic start. You didn't gain the weight overnight and you are not going to lose it overnight. Don't forget to take your measurements, it is also a great gage of your weight lose and progress. Go for it girl!

[kristin12144]

Re: Just Started a week ago....

As it turns out ... that loss has now turned into a 2lb gain.. I am getting so frustrated!!! I am thinking maybe the 2 diet pepsi's a day could be affecting it.... and maybe not enough water. Only been drinking abt 32 oz.

[kimbat06]

Re: Just Started a week ago....

^ Yes, more water and (if possible) NO soda! You will see a big difference I'm sure.