Newbie saying hi

[num]

Well im just starting the diet today and im at 263 lbs with a goal of 170. I was just wondering if losing 60 lbs in 4 months is possible? I plan to walk/run everyday and lift weights every other day.

[Jasmain]

Re: Newbie saying hi

Hi num! Well, that would be quite a feat, but not unheard of. It will most likely take you longer, but you never know! Depends on your body and a lot of different factors. Never know til you try though! You'll feel so much better, most likely, it won't matter!

Do you have your book? That's a must, along with a nice big water bottle, lol. Sounds like you've got the exercise part figured out!

[num]

Re: Newbie saying hi

Yes I have the book and have been reading it. I noticed that alot of people on here lose weight real fast thats why I was hoping to lose 60 lbs in 4 months. I guess I will stick to the diet and see where im at in 4 months.

[Jasmain]

Re: Newbie saying hi

I think if you do, you'll be very pleased, welcome aboard! If at any time you feel the urge to jump off, we'll help you by tying you down! (and just in your seat, NOT on the track!)

[Elizellen]

Re: Newbie saying hi

As Jasmain has said - it is not unheard of to lose that amount in that time, especially if you stick to the allowed list of foods and keep up with your exercising.

The decision on what to eat and how much exercise we take are ones we can make and adhere to - but our bodies are the ones that make the decision on how much and how fast to lose.

So stick to plan and you might well lose at that sort of rate, but even if you dont, you will be a smaller lighter person by then anyway!

Many people find that with Atkins eating and exercise they resculpt their bodies so they look smaller and take a smaller clothes size than they did at the same weight in the past. So as well as noting your weight now, measure your body so you can check how your inches are decreasing even if your scales register little downward change!

Recently a few members have posted that although their weight has stayed the same they have lost a couple of dress sizes.