new and havent got a clue

[tats]

hi evryone im new to the site ive never tryed the atkins diet but would love to regardless of my partner saying he dosent want me to do it as he feels it is dangerous hope some one can put me on the right track i havent got a clue were to start i dont know anything about the diet what i can and cant eat hope someone can help me start im 43 and i have had trouble with my weight since the birth of my last two children i have 5 in total the oldest being 23 ive always been realy active as i was a martial arts instructor but now i feel to tired all the time having the two youngest to run around after and working 4 evenings a week i am totaly mad about chocolate and crisps which i think is my down fall so now im looking for an alternative way to shed the pounds many of my friend have tryed the diet and say it works lets hope i have as much luck


tracy

[midlightdraco]

Re: new and havent got a clue

HI, I am new to all this too, I dont know either but I figure if I just dont eat anything with bread, or bread like items its a start. I am a coffee addict, so I am slowly getting off the stuff. Hang in there and dont give up.
Cindy

[wannabethintoo]

Re: new and havent got a clue

The first thing you need to do is buy the book: Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution - 2002 edition.

And the second thing is that this is not a diet....it's a way of life.

Glad you found us. There's a lot of information on this site. Take a look around and read.

[dreamof145]

Re: new and havent got a clue

WELCOME. So happy you found us. I totally recommend you read the book, and it would help to have your partner read the book too. The best thing I did was record all my progress in a journal. I recorded my weight, measurements, medical information and my plan for succeeding.

This site is awesome for giving you information on the program, life and health issues, challenges, motivation and encouragement to make it.

We all have fears and doubts when we start a new life-style. I did. But, I can truthfully tell you that Atkins has changed my life. I feel 100% better than I did when I was overweight. I look forward to hearing about your success. The ADBB is full of people who will want to see you succeed!

[Lisa M]

Re: new and havent got a clue

Wanna said what I was thinking...

you've got to make the decision about what's best for you.

Best wishes!

[sallyseachange]

Re: new and havent got a clue

Yep... make that decision. And if you do decide to do Atkins, then here are a couple of pointers to start:

Book (DANDR 2002 edition)
Low Carb (under 20 grams/day for the first two weeks at least)
Exercise (as much as you comfortably can)
Water (lots and lots... at least 8 glasses a day over and above any other drinks)

Atkins really can change lives. So many people here are testimony to that. Browse around a bit and you'll see. Lots of tips and info here.

Glad you found us. Hope you stick around.

Sal

[tats]

Re: new and havent got a clue

thanks evryone for your kind words and support i will buy the book im having a few problems finding my way round the site i would like to update my profile and perhaps upload some photos but not shure how to find it help please

[higgies]

Re: new and havent got a clue

Hey there and welcome to ADBB!!

Like everyone said, read the book so you understand what we do and why. I don't understand why everyone always says it's dangerous...I've never eaten healthier in my life! Fresh veggies, fresh meat, and not so much processed stuff? Yeah, sounds real bad for me! Maybe I should go have a Big Mac instead. LOL!

Regardless, welcome and stick around. Read some of the stickies and posts to learn a little more. Also check out the before and after pics...so inspirational! Good luck!

[Lisa M]

Re: new and havent got a clue

thanks evryone for your kind words and support i will buy the book im having a few problems finding my way round the site i would like to update my profile and perhaps upload some photos but not shure how to find it help please

Updating your profile? Go to "quick links" or "User CP" and update your info there.

Uploading pics? Host them on to a free website such as www.photobucket.com and copy/paste the URL in the siggy with making sure you put [img] directly before the url and [/img] after. Img is "image". Url is the direct link. Your pic should show up on the board. Hope that's clearer then mud