I want to be really slim!

[chubbychickwillbeslim]

I was thinking this weekend about how I want my body to be. I have lost weight before and been slimmer but never really slim. The smallest I’ve been is a UK 12 (I think that’s a US 10? Sorry not sure) But I really want to be slim slim, not slim with a bit of a belly or slim with a big bum, I want to be properly slim, like a size 8 maybe.



Is this a ridiculous goal to set myself? Is it possible to go from a 16 to an 8 or am I just kidding myself? I really don’t know how much is achievable.

[Kawispice]

Re: I want to be really slim!

Yes, you can be as slim as you like. (Think of people who are near starvation... not that I am recommending it... but ANYTHING is possible.) You should choose a weight that you are happy and healthy with, enough energy etc. The parts you want to lose off your body often come off last so be patient with your final figure. Later you can concentrate on sculpting your body with exercise the way body builders do it only you don't have to go to that extreme.

[apple]

Re: I want to be really slim!

Yep, anything is possible...as long as we calculate in age, bone factors, and genetics

[Alexa]

Re: I want to be really slim!

It really depends on your build. Some people could easily go from 16 to 8 but others (me included) would probably be unheathily thin to get to that size.

I think you should ideally focus more on how you look in terms of overall shape and tone rather than just a clothes size.

I don't mean to be discouraging - it just depends on the person Lots of people (again me included) are far smaller on this diet than they ever were before.

[SugarFreeSheila]

Re: I want to be really slim!

One beautiful thing about Atkins is that it will take you exactly where you want to be. It is all about potential. Figures and physiques are subjective, but following the program in conjunction with partaking in a physician-approved fitness regime will ensure you your own "personal best body" - if you will only let it.
Welcome to the board!

[chubbychickwillbeslim]

Re: I want to be really slim!

Thanks for your views and advise guys. A size 8 is just an idea, I know I may get to a 10 or 12 and be happy with that. I AM naturally curvy anyway with big breast, small waste and big-ish bottom! I'm hoping I keep that shape just smaller!

I think I will do plenty of cardio while I am losing weight then concentrate more on the toning side of things once I am a bit slimmer. It's a long road but I'm sure I can do it especially with the fantastic help on here!

Thanks again xx

[ttdriver]

Re: I want to be really slim!

One beautiful thing about Atkins is that it will take you exactly where you want to be. It is all about potential. Figures and physiques are subjective, but following the program in conjunction with partaking in a physician-approved fitness regime will ensure you your own "personal best body" - if you will only let it.
Welcome to the board!

I so totally agree! When I started, I only wanted to lose 15 pounds and ended up losing 35. Its so daggone easy. Exercise, eat legal and prepare to be amazed.

Betty