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Hi, My name is Tia. I live in Mississippi. I am currently a size 24. I am getting married in October and bought a size 20 wedding dress. I started Atkins last Tuesay and have already lost about 9 lbs. Will I make my deadline by October of this year? What do you all think?
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That's a very hard question to answer because weight loss depends on a number of things including, your metabolic resistance to weight loss, any medical conditions that can slow your metabolism, how well you adhere to the diet program in terms of food and exercise, your age, etc.
The only thing I can tell you is to give it your best effort for 14 days and see what happens.
~Megs~
242/141/160 (130)
dress size 26/10/8
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Hi, welcome Tia. Can't answer your question as far as dropping the 2 sizes, I have seen alot of people drop plenty in that amount of time, although I am a slow loser. Just wanted to welcome you to the board and wish you luck on your weightloss journey. Stick to Atkins and watch the weight fly.
My hubby & I in the Smokies!
Jan. 23/06 -183July 23 -159Jan. 23/07 - 154 - 29 lbs.Aug 16 - 153 - 30 lb. markSep 26. '07-148.5Nov 26-153April 1, '08-155July7 '08-1556/11/09-148 - 35 lbs. loss
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Congratulations on the 9 pounds lost so far.
You're really off to a great start!! If you check your measurements, you'll be able to monitor your size shrinking, too. Hope you make your goal - isn't that only 4 inches you need to lose on the waist?~Susan
49/f 5'7" Start 2-27-06 SW222/11-18-09 @ 160-ish/G135-150ish??
Doin Miles, Flights, & Kid Ketchin'...
2 Ab Chal's; 6WEC#27 slug-Free; & more; 50# LOST in'06-
but regained ~20# in '07 in less than 3 weeks! And again early '08
...Was in HEAVEN -got to 150, for awhile, then got too busy, and gave in too much... and... OK holding pattern "keep it together..."
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OMG how did I fail AGAIN(((on temporary break)))Sigh ... I'll be back... life isn't always fair 10-07-09
"Goal: First you have to dream of it. Then you have to do it." Author unknown
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Make sure you exercise as well as follow the eating plan, and you might well make it - but even if you dont quite get there you can always have the dress taken out a tad if needed!!
Or invest in some spanex (sp?) undergarments to help the fit!Wondering how to get 'most' of your net carbs from your induction veggies?
Take a look at the thread from the latest Veggie Challenge to see how others manage it!
Check out our Low Carb Recipes website and add to it!!
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Welcome, Tia! That was a bit risky buying a wedding dress you can't fit into. I did that around my wedding thinking I was going to lose 3 sizes in a year, and well, didn't put my heart into it and had to buy a new dress.
You, however, are just starting and you can put your heart into it. Never cheat, and exercise plenty, follow the plan to the T and no one can say you didn't give it your all. Maybe you will have to take the size 20 in...(crosses fingers for you!)
No Weigh Until Christmas Day!!!
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12" from my hips
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Christmas Goal: Under 200 lbs
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Hey Tia!
Welcome to
If you stick with this program, exercise and drink your water, you will be very pleased with your results and how you feel.
Come over and join our "cheat-free" challenge for support. Click here: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=32341
Thanks for joining the board!
Best wishes on your journey to health!!
~Kat
F, 45, 5'7"
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Thank you all so much. I really feel optimistic about it, I know I can do it. You all look really great! Would anybody like to volunteer to be my mentor? Please???? Tia in MississippiComment
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With diligence and motivation you'll have to take that dress in!Make it a happy low carb life!
My WOL for 6.5 years..Found freedom from fat 2/7/2000
210/125
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I say you can do anything you set your mind to do. I know it sounds cliché, but it's true. GO FOR IT!!!
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Congrats on your success so far on the diet. Having a mini-goal or a reason to lose the weight is certainly a good way to keep yourself motivated well learning the diet. Just remember the rapidity of weight loss is largely a person thing. You may totally lose the weight and sizes by October AND MORE, but I just want to caution this is long term journey. I wish you much success, and we will certainly enjoy seeing your success story in the coming week.Kent - 35-M-6'4"
HW 429/SW 411/CW 229/GW 225
Started 3-31-04 - 211 Total pounds down (was 21
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Wow you look fantastic!!! How did you do it?Comment
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Its possible. I dropped from a size 22 to a size 16 in 3 months. But it takes complete adherence to the rules of induction and owl, plenty of water, exercise, and good healthy food. And you must, this is an absolute must - you must stay off the scale and focus only on how your clothing fits. If you can do this, you may find that size 20 wedding dress is too big for you.
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How long did you stay on Induction?Originally posted by tabekat~Kat
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