A fresh new start the second time around

[Sweet Potato Queen]

I am starting back on induction tomorrow. I felt so great when I was on it in April and lost about 10 pounds but all it took for me to fall off the wagon was a couple of days of slacking off and then the next thing I knew I was back to my destructive old eating habits. I am hoping for a new start and a new life this time. I am joining a contest at work called Phat Busters, they are running it from July 1 to Sept 30 and the 1st place prize is a $500 Visa gift card, the second is $200 and decreases on down to the 5th place. I am determined to get that $500 gift card. One of the rules is that you have to have biweekly weigh in and BMI measuring, you have to have at least 5 weigh ins during the contest period. I am counting on the accountability of weigh ins to help me stay on track. I have to have accountability to stay on track, it is so easy for me to stray off. I will be spending a lot of time here gathering information and learning from others living the Atkins way of life.

[huggija]

Re: A fresh new start the second time around

Welcome! I think you'll find this a great place to be...so much support and understanding (not to mention a good place to vent when you need to!)

I'm on my third time around, but 100% determined that I'll get where I need to be. This WOL/WOE makes me feel so good...can't figure out why I abandoned it in the first place.

I look forward to seeing your posts and progress.

[Sweet Potato Queen]

Re: A fresh new start the second time around

Thanks Huggija. I am really looking forward to the diet this time. I have mini goals set in place and written on calender and will be looking towards the minis not the final so that I can have that feeling of accomplishment more often. I am making my menu for the week this afternoon so I won't be tempted to overpurchase at the grocery store.

Thanks for the welcome back and for the support. This is such a great place .

[SunnySmile501]

Re: A fresh new start the second time around

If you enjoy a challenge, that $500 is calling your name! I've seen a lot of Atkinseers over the years participate in these contests and they usually win. We'll be rooting for you all the way.

Sunny!