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    Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

    I've been on Atkins for 2 years this February. I am on Rung 9 and have been maintaining around 145lbs for over a year with 2 lb fluctuations +/- . I feel stagnant. I've posted this similar story in the past. My goal is 130lbs but at this point I would take any #in the 130s or even a solid/muscular 140 (I'm 5'5"). I know we lose inches first. I did have a few cheats over the holidays and want to get back on point and I am ready!

    Now I am trying to decide if I should go on a strict induction again or drop it down a couple of rungs and do mostly an induction diet with the exception of plain yogurt, occasional whole grains & fruits. Out of the three non induction foods, I really feel I need to eat yogurt daily to keep my GI tract in good working order. But maybe my body needs to get "shocked" into weight loss through a strict induction. What do you guys think? Any similar experiences?
    Erica, 30, Female, 5'5"
    StartDate: Feb 23, 2007
    SW: 180+, RRRRSW: 160, CW: 152, MGW: 140, GW: 125




    2010 will be the year I accomplish my weight goal!!!!
    Tags: lower, re-induction, rungs?
  • #2
    Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

    I say try induction for a week and then re-evaluate. You look fantastic already congrats! I am looking forward to seeing your 130 pics! Good luck and Happy NEw Year!
    bigROB

    Eat Atkins and look good clothed.
    Eat Atkins and exercise and look good naked!


    First Month-Down 16lbs 10/13/2008
    Second Month-Down 16lbs 11/13/2008
    Third Month-Down 15lbs 12/13/2008
    Fourth Month Down 15lbs 01/13/2009
    Fifth month down 14lbs 02/13/2009
    83 pounds lost to date 37 pounds to go!


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    • #3
      Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

      Good morning Erica,
      If yogart is the only thing keeping you from Re-Inducting, you can replace it by taking a Pro-biotic in which will be just as effective for your GI.
      Go ahead and give Induction a try. You'll be able to move up the rungs rather quickly because of the small weightloss that is before you. A couple of benifits to Induction. It refamiliarizes you with discipline and portion sizes. I know cause today is day 5 of re-induction for me.
      I'm sure whatever it is you decide, you'll be successful.
      Friends, Sherri
      MOTHEREARTH AKA SHERRI "HOW THE WORLD TURNS AS I SEE IT"
      HT: 5'10.5-Highest weight-374 lbs.
      Began ATKINS 07-07-04 @ 334 lbs.
      Maintaned 101 lb. Weightloss
      New goals-New start 03-21-10 @ 273
      ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~inches lost~~~~
      1st mini-goal: 260
      2nd mini-goal:249
      2nd mini-goal:239
      3rd mini-goal:229
      GOAL :225




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      • #4
        Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

        Thanks for the good ideas! Happy New Year to you guys too! Come to think of it when I was in the lower rungs and before I started eating real yogurt I used to take Pro Biotic Acidophilus tablets daily!
        Erica, 30, Female, 5'5"
        StartDate: Feb 23, 2007
        SW: 180+, RRRRSW: 160, CW: 152, MGW: 140, GW: 125




        2010 will be the year I accomplish my weight goal!!!!

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        • #5
          Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

          Right on Erica! Happy New Year to you too. Wishing you a healthy and happy New Year!
          MOTHEREARTH AKA SHERRI "HOW THE WORLD TURNS AS I SEE IT"
          HT: 5'10.5-Highest weight-374 lbs.
          Began ATKINS 07-07-04 @ 334 lbs.
          Maintaned 101 lb. Weightloss
          New goals-New start 03-21-10 @ 273
          ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~inches lost~~~~
          1st mini-goal: 260
          2nd mini-goal:249
          2nd mini-goal:239
          3rd mini-goal:229
          GOAL :225




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          • #6
            Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

            I would have to disagree. If you want to tone up or just lose a few pounds, I would increase cardio and/or a few weeks of high rep low weight toning exercises. Just my $0.02, and I don't know what your current exercise plan is. Someone here has an interesting quote in their signature block and it goes something like this: "If you want to look good in your clothes, do Atkins. If you want to look good out of your clothes, do Atkins and exercise." This hit home for me as I am now turning into a skinny, flabby person. I used to look better at this weight. Time to hit the gym again.
            "...Health and fitness are more than just personal goals - they're gifts we give to the people around us. Being fit and feeling on top of our game will ensure that we're there for the people who rely on us. It will make us better fathers, husbands, friends, lovers... and yes, even better sons." -David Zinczenko -Mens Health Magazine
            39M/Married with two wonderful kids
            Mini goal #1 - 225 1/16/2010
            Mini goal #2 - Stick with this WOE until 1/31/10
            Mini goal #3 - 214 No longer obese
            Mini goal #4 - Stick with this WOE until 2/28/10
            Mini goal #5 - Stick with this WOE until 3/31/10
            Mini goal #6 - 199
            Mini goal #7 - Survive Easter on plan
            Mini goal #8 - Stick with this WOE until 6/30/10

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            • #7
              Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

              I exercise about 5 times a week with a mixture of weights, exercise machines, leg exercises, running and going to the boxing gym. That has always been a constant for me.
              Erica, 30, Female, 5'5"
              StartDate: Feb 23, 2007
              SW: 180+, RRRRSW: 160, CW: 152, MGW: 140, GW: 125




              2010 will be the year I accomplish my weight goal!!!!

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              • #8
                Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

                Wow!! You have the exercise thing covered. Back to induction with you!
                "...Health and fitness are more than just personal goals - they're gifts we give to the people around us. Being fit and feeling on top of our game will ensure that we're there for the people who rely on us. It will make us better fathers, husbands, friends, lovers... and yes, even better sons." -David Zinczenko -Mens Health Magazine
                39M/Married with two wonderful kids
                Mini goal #1 - 225 1/16/2010
                Mini goal #2 - Stick with this WOE until 1/31/10
                Mini goal #3 - 214 No longer obese
                Mini goal #4 - Stick with this WOE until 2/28/10
                Mini goal #5 - Stick with this WOE until 3/31/10
                Mini goal #6 - 199
                Mini goal #7 - Survive Easter on plan
                Mini goal #8 - Stick with this WOE until 6/30/10

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                • #9
                  Re: Re-Induction or Lower rungs?

                  Lol! Thanks, yeah I decided I am back on re-induction. Today makes day 1. I definitely agree that it takes both diet and exercise to see changes!!!!
                  Erica, 30, Female, 5'5"
                  StartDate: Feb 23, 2007
                  SW: 180+, RRRRSW: 160, CW: 152, MGW: 140, GW: 125




                  2010 will be the year I accomplish my weight goal!!!!

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