Does it work the second time around?

[kmpressley]

I had really good results the last time I did Atkins, but that was 8 years ago and a lot has changed since then. I've, of course, gotten older and I've had a baby. I'm currently the same weight I was when I started losing weight the first time. So, I thought I'd try this again. Just someone please tell me that this can work again. I'm on day two!

Weight yesterday - 163
Shooting for - 145

[loo-see]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

Yes.It can work.
100%.
Good luck to you.

[ValidRouge]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

It absolutely works....IF YOU work it! I'm on my second time around and I've actually made it to goal this time...and the only difference was my attitude, my decisions and my approach to this as a way of life (WOL).

I didn't try to do Joy's version of Atkins. I decided to do Dr. Atkins version of Atkins... novel concept, huh? LOL

Don't buy into the misinformed out there who talk about having one "golden shot" at Atkins, it's entirely untrue.

[apple]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

I'm just going to add that you have to make it a life style change and not expect your body to lose the weight as quickly as the first time. Best wishes!

[mitzimarie]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

Yes, indeed, it definitely does work the second time around.

In fact, I feel much more in control of my WOE and my life in general from following Atkins exactly the way it is supposed to be. I didn't progress through the rungs properly or methodically determine my CCLL the first time around, and I think it contributed to my backslide. This time, I am using Fitday to track everything. I am progressing up the rungs with an open mind. Last time, I didn't make myself try veggies I had never eaten or *thought* that I didn't like. When you get a clean induction under your belt and follow Atkins to the letter, it is easy to make this a lifestyle change because your appetite is decreased and your tastes change. I love veggies, now!

Joy is right on the money - great effort springs naturally from great attitude. Make a commitment and do your best to carry it out. I feel so blessed to have found it within myself to give Atkins a second try. For me, it truly is better the second time around.

Stay close to the board and post often. It really is a great support system and wealth of knowledge. Best wishes to you.

[bykerdruid]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

I'm only on week three of my "second time around". And I've lost 11 pounds. It is not coming off as quickly as the first time (16 pounds in first two weeks) but it's still working.

[Lyssie]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

Yes.

[Outback Jess]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

It works if YOU work it!

[Scooterjam]

Re: Does it work the second time around?

YOU are the formula you're looking for. Yes it works as good as YOU work it!!

No golden shot, as J said, one of the Urban Legends. haha