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  • #1

    Hello all!

    Hello,

    My name is Deborah. I am starting today. I have a wedding to attend at the end of June and I would like to at least be down to 250 by then, but I am not sure if that will happen. As long as the scale moves down, then I will be content. I am happy to be here and look forward to losing with everyone.

    H20 I love my water!(Deborah)
    Deborah
    SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
    First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
    http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

    Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
    First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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  • #2
    Re: Hello all!

    Good to meet you and good luck on your challenge. If you haven't done Atkins before, there are things you must know to succeed. And you should familiarize yourself with Dr. Atkin's New Diet Revolution 2002 edition "DANDR".
    And don't get upset if you only lose 20-30 pounds - if you exercise you will replace fat with muscle and feel specially good!
    ~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..."

    .................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

    sheesh

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    • #3
      Re: Hello all!

      Thanks for the welcome. I am worried about this way of eating to be honest. I have no trouble with the water, the food, or anything like that. However, I am not a big eater in the day time. I am a compulsive nighttime snacker. I lose my will power after the sun goes down (nope, not a vampire either). Any advice for nighttime munchies?

      H20
      Originally posted by boonie stomper
      Good to meet you and good luck on your challenge. If you haven't done Atkins before, there are things you must know to succeed. And you should familiarize yourself with Dr. Atkin's New Diet Revolution 2002 edition "DANDR".
      And don't get upset if you only lose 20-30 pounds - if you exercise you will replace fat with muscle and feel specially good!
      Deborah
      SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
      First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
      http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

      Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
      First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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      • #4
        Re: Hello all!

        Nighttime muchies got me, too, when I started. If you like a good crunch, try porkskins/cracklins you can find puffed ones most anywhere; I like the harder to find skinny strips that are hard & seasoned lightly with cayenne. Or you can nuke grocery store cracklins from the meat dept.
        Celery w/cream cheese is another favorite, but quantity is restricted. Also satisfying is eating mostly-broth soup made with extra water, or drinking just broth through a coffee stir straw 1/3-1/2 bouillon cube plus a pinch of epsom (Magnesium) and 1/3-1/2 tsp. aquarium salt (balance of 70K trace minerals for artificial seawater) and plenty hot water.
        Lately, I've been munching clams in front of the tube since found a place to dig them - it takes awhile to get each bite.
        ~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..."

        .................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

        sheesh

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        • #5
          Re: Hello all!

          Boonie,

          Sounds like some good tips. I have a frozen bag of pre-cooked shrimp in the fridge. Maybe I should thaw some of those out for later.

          H20
          Originally posted by boonie stomper
          Nighttime muchies got me, too, when I started. If you like a good crunch, try porkskins/cracklins you can find puffed ones most anywhere; I like the harder to find skinny strips that are hard & seasoned lightly with cayenne. Or you can nuke grocery store cracklins from the meat dept.
          Celery w/cream cheese is another favorite, but quantity is restricted. Also satisfying is eating mostly-broth soup made with extra water, or drinking just broth through a coffee stir straw 1/3-1/2 bouillon cube plus a pinch of epsom (Magnesium) and 1/3-1/2 tsp. aquarium salt (balance of 70K trace minerals for artificial seawater) and plenty hot water.
          Lately, I've been munching clams in front of the tube since found a place to dig them - it takes awhile to get each bite.
          Deborah
          SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
          First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
          http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

          Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
          First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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          • #6
            Re: Hello all!

            Hello Deborah! So happy to have you join us. We all lose at different speeds, so make sure you take your measurements now so you can keep a comparison of how thin you are getting!! The best tip I can give to you is to make it happen by reading the book and doing the plan the way Dr. Atkins suggested. He was the expert. It worked for me and It is still working.

            Make a plan of action. Write out what to do when you are feeling blue or something happens in your life that makes you want to reach for a comfort food. If you have alternative plans, it will be easier to break the old 'eating for comfort' habit and replace it with walking, writing, drinking water or something else to help with the stress.

            Best wishes!! You will do it, we are all here to support and encourage you!!
            Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



            Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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            • #7
              Re: Hello all!

              Welcome aboard!!! My favorite nightime snacks are cheese, veggies with ranch dressing, slices of whatever meat I have, tuna salad, a hard boiled egg, a deviled egg. The possibilities are endless!!!!

              Good luck! I can't wait to see how you do!

              Stacy
              F/45(!?)/5'11"
              Highest Weight: 254
              Current Weight: 248 (7/30/09)
              Lowest Atkins Weight 196
              Desired Weight: unknown, but below 180
              1st Goal: 245

              Don't be afraid that your life will end,
              be afraid that it will never begin.
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              Yes, these are wolves. Glorious wolves!

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              • #8
                Re: Hello all!

                That wouldn't last me very long. (I even eat the tail shells on crispy fried shrimp) Alas, according to DANDR, protein can be converted to carbs if your protein intake is too high - better eat them with a lot of sauce; I bet mayo, with a dash coctail sauce and horseradish would be delish! mmmm
                ~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..."

                .................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

                sheesh

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                • #9
                  Re: Hello all!

                  Becky,

                  Thank you so much for the positive encouragement. I am going to sit down this evening and make some resolutions or plans on what to do when the food cravings hit.

                  H20
                  Originally posted by dreamof145
                  Hello Deborah! So happy to have you join us. We all lose at different speeds, so make sure you take your measurements now so you can keep a comparison of how thin you are getting!! The best tip I can give to you is to make it happen by reading the book and doing the plan the way Dr. Atkins suggested. He was the expert. It worked for me and It is still working.

                  Make a plan of action. Write out what to do when you are feeling blue or something happens in your life that makes you want to reach for a comfort food. If you have alternative plans, it will be easier to break the old 'eating for comfort' habit and replace it with walking, writing, drinking water or something else to help with the stress.

                  Best wishes!! You will do it, we are all here to support and encourage you!!
                  Deborah
                  SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
                  First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
                  http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

                  Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
                  First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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                  • #10
                    Re: Hello all!

                    Hi Debra (again...lol.)

                    I'm slow at getting around to the Welcoming wagon, but I saw ya in Journal land and excited for you and your journey!

                    Best wishes!

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                    • #11
                      Re: Hello all!

                      Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

                      Deborah

                      Originally posted by Lisa M
                      Hi Debra (again...lol.)

                      I'm slow at getting around to the Welcoming wagon, but I saw ya in Journal land and excited for you and your journey!

                      Best wishes!
                      Deborah
                      SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
                      First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
                      http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

                      Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
                      First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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                      • #12
                        Re: Hello all!

                        Every time I get a craving I exercise, it works great for me. And don't go by the scales.... Measure, measure, measure, but not continously.

                        Good Luck
                        22 / F / 5'9
                        SW 175 /CW 140/GW 135-140Met
                        New goal of 125
                        Start Date 3-27-2006
                        Started in a size 13/14, as of 6-23-2006 I am a size 3/4!!!!!!!!
                        Quit 7-14-2006
                        Restart Date 2-25-2007 @ 140 Pounds























                        This was me before @ 176
                        I think I will look a heck of alot better on my bike when I slim down. I can't wait to buy smaller leathers.





                        Here I am squeezing in a size 3/4 on 6-24-06

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                        • #13
                          Re: Hello all!

                          I have my measurements on my computer so I will compare them after 2 weeks. Thanks!

                          Deborah

                          Originally posted by griersonj
                          Every time I get a craving I exercise, it works great for me. And don't go by the scales.... Measure, measure, measure, but not continously.

                          Good Luck
                          Deborah
                          SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
                          First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
                          http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

                          Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
                          First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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                          • #14
                            Re: Hello all!

                            Welcome!


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                            • #15
                              Re: Hello all!

                              Thanks Austlyn!
                              Originally posted by Austlyn
                              Welcome!
                              Deborah
                              SW291(April 13, 2006)/CW291/Goal 175
                              First weigh in on April 30, 2006 with a Goal of 280
                              http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=H20lover

                              Water Goal: 110 oz. per day
                              First Mini-goal: 250 by June 28


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