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Thinking about starting OWL today.
I am thinking about starting OWL today, but am kinda unsure about it. I started Induction 3 weeks ago today, but on the 4th of July I had a cheat. I have not cheated since then. I guess I am unsure if I should do one more week of Induction, to get in two 'cheat free' weeks in or just start OWL. I am also a bit concerned about my weight/inch loss. I don't want to slow down, I still have over 20 pounds to lose. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. -
I am thinking about starting OWL today, but am kinda unsure about it. I started Induction 3 weeks ago today, but on the 4th of July I had a cheat. I have not cheated since then. I guess I am unsure if I should do one more week of Induction, to get in two 'cheat free' weeks in or just start OWL. I am also a bit concerned about my weight/inch loss. I don't want to slow down, I still have over 20 pounds to lose. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. 
Try to get 80-100 ounces a day!
Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right.
5'4 33 yr old
sw170/cw155/gw135
Owl Rung 1
re-started atkins 6/22/08
Stewie Rocks!! -
Re: Thinking about starting OWL today.
If you only have twenty pounds to lose, I would definitely move on in spite of the cheat. You have to start finding out how your body reacts to more and different carbs before you reach your goal. This can take a couple of weeks at each rung. Many people find their losses do not slow until they reach the higher rungs of owl. Move to rung one and eat more veggies. Sraying at induction does not necessarily mean faster losses.JILL
HW 298
HW (this time) 248
GOAL ONE 228 (take 2)
GOAL TWO 213 (personal goal)
GOAL THREE 199 ONE-DERLAND
FINAL GOAL 165
It's not about the results. Its about the process.
"I've never come home after a workout and said, MAN, I wish I had NOT exercised today!"
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Re: Thinking about starting OWL today.
Wow you have done wonderful! There will still be plenty of weightloss on OWL. Certainly start with increasing your carbs a bit eating from the legal induction veggies. That first rung is very important and also not very scary since all you do is eat the same things as on induction.Startdate: November 18, 2007. Female 5'2"
May Challenges 2010
Push-ups: 450/800
Abs: 850/1900
Squats: 650/1200
Lunges: 500/1000
Strength: 490/1200
Running: 50/100 km
2 Years on Atkins.................. President Challenge Medals earned
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Re: Thinking about starting OWL today.
Ok, I am starting Rung 1 Today!! Extra veggies, I can handle that. My parents plant a huge garden every year, so I am really excited about that. Thank you for the support!! Try to get 80-100 ounces a day!
Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right.
5'4 33 yr old
sw170/cw155/gw135
Owl Rung 1
re-started atkins 6/22/08
Stewie Rocks!!Comment
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Re: Thinking about starting OWL today.
Yep Liv is right and it sounds like you've made a good decision.
Enjoy OWL and congrats on your success so far!Comment
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Re: Thinking about starting OWL today.
Thank you!! Try to get 80-100 ounces a day!
Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right.
5'4 33 yr old
sw170/cw155/gw135
Owl Rung 1
re-started atkins 6/22/08
Stewie Rocks!!Comment
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