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Ali4of7, introducing myself
Hi everyone,
I'm from West Virginia, been looking around for support. Not much to be found here (at home, I mean). I joined ADBB a few days ago and my bio is kind of depressing. It's been almost three days, and I must say I'm feeling a bit better. I'm so glad I found this board. I've stayed on induction for more than two days now, and according to my scale I'm down 2 lbs. I have a long way to go, but I'm feeling more positive. I'm 5'2" and 190 lbs, my ultimate goal is 120.
I've battled the weight for my whole life, my highest was 239, my lowest was 125. I didn't feel well at 125, but I think that's because I literally starved myself to get there, so I had no muscles. I remember that sitting really hurt then because there was very little padding between my bones and the chair, so I stood a lot. It was the only time I ever gained weight on purpose. That was long before I heard of Atkins, though.
I've done Atkins before, it's the only diet I've ever been able to follow properly, so I'm confused as to why I've had so much trouble getting started this time, considering how successful I was before. I'm sure it's at least partly emotional, the past couple of years have been pretty rough on me, much of which I can't even talk about (and believe me, I can talk about a LOT)! But we all have problems, and mine are probably not much worse than anyone elses. I'm not looking for sympathy, that's just how it is.
I know Atkins works, and I know it's safe when done properly. Having gained back all the weight and more, I realize that this has to be a lifetime commitment, not just a temporary diet. I'll be checking in as often as possible... I really need some encouragement!
Thanks for listening...
Ali4of7
I'm from West Virginia, been looking around for support. Not much to be found here (at home, I mean). I joined ADBB a few days ago and my bio is kind of depressing. It's been almost three days, and I must say I'm feeling a bit better. I'm so glad I found this board. I've stayed on induction for more than two days now, and according to my scale I'm down 2 lbs. I have a long way to go, but I'm feeling more positive. I'm 5'2" and 190 lbs, my ultimate goal is 120.
I've battled the weight for my whole life, my highest was 239, my lowest was 125. I didn't feel well at 125, but I think that's because I literally starved myself to get there, so I had no muscles. I remember that sitting really hurt then because there was very little padding between my bones and the chair, so I stood a lot. It was the only time I ever gained weight on purpose. That was long before I heard of Atkins, though.
I've done Atkins before, it's the only diet I've ever been able to follow properly, so I'm confused as to why I've had so much trouble getting started this time, considering how successful I was before. I'm sure it's at least partly emotional, the past couple of years have been pretty rough on me, much of which I can't even talk about (and believe me, I can talk about a LOT)! But we all have problems, and mine are probably not much worse than anyone elses. I'm not looking for sympathy, that's just how it is.
I know Atkins works, and I know it's safe when done properly. Having gained back all the weight and more, I realize that this has to be a lifetime commitment, not just a temporary diet. I'll be checking in as often as possible... I really need some encouragement!
Thanks for listening...
Ali4of7
! I think you will find that many people, myself included, have been on the weight roller coaster for longer than we care to recall. I think you will find the people here are wonderful and will help you in ways you never thought possible. PM me anytime you want. Welcome to our "shrinking family". 
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