Desire/Inspire

[prins]

Hi. I'm Prins, and I desire to lose this baggage permanently, but know I need a jolt of inspiration now and again. I have lost the equivalent of several people over the years and they all found me again. At the point of being miserable with myself and sick of that feeling I am making a commitment to the Atkins program. I did it in the 70's when it first came out and did great ... only to gain it all back.
I find myself now in a sedentary job getting little exercise...have gained 20 lbs in the past year in this job. Noticed when I interviewed for the job that everyones rear ends were the shape of the chairs (squarish) and dreaded becoming the same...well, I'm headed that way. Know I have to do this and be happy with me once again. Sorry for rambling. Am new to ADBB...just 3 days into induction.

[artchick]

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Hi Prins, I am new here also. This seems to be a great place for info and support. Welcome Aboard! Mollie

[dreamof145]

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Hi. Welcome to our world. Yes, as a former square butt, I know all too well what you are talking about. Atkins definitely works. Its changed my life and my health. Have you read the new book, Dr. Atkins New Diet revolution, edition 2002? I totally recommend it as it is different from the version that came out in the 70's.

You'll find the ADBB to be a major source of inspiration, advice and full of people who are all making Atkins their life-style as they reach their goals and improve their health. Best wishes....we all want to see you succeed!!

[prins]

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No, I haven't read the 2002 book yet, but I will. Thanks for the kind words and being there for folks like me...I find myself coming back here many times to read for hope & inspiration... thanks for taking the time to really care.

[buttons44]

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Hi Prins: I would like to welcome you to the ADBB. I hear what you are saying about the square butts. Mine is going down. Right now I am doing Boot Camp and I am on day 9 of induction. It is going well and I am enjoying every task. Check it out on the forum list.

Again, welcome!
buttons44

[staziaw]

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Welcome aboard, Prins! Glad to see you here.

Stacy

[Scooterjam]

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Welcome on board Prins! You've made a great choice. I tell you, this board is so helpful at so many levels. Make sure you hop around forum to forum, there is a plethora of wonderful information here! I guess the only advice (if I may), is keep reading all the sticky's, keep drinking water, water, water! Try to get out and dosome walking, backed up with all this wonderful food to re-experience! I've only started since Easter, but you know what, it's been fun, not hard at all and I am committed to it!

Anyway, welcome again! And good luck! Lets us all know how you're doing!

Scooter







44 Year Old Male
Start Date: 04/17/06
O.W.L. (Rung 2 – Wonderful Dairy! Yum!)
Start Weight: 295 lbs.
Current Weight: 268 lbs.


I never saw a wild thing sorry for itself.
A small bird will drop frozen dead from a bough
without ever having felt sorry for itself.

“Self-Pity” - D. H. Lawrence

[sallyseachange]

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Welcome Prins! Glad you found us. This is a wonderful place for inspiration, support, information and ideas. You say you did Atkins in the seventies, so you know the ropes:

- the book (DANDR 2002 is the one this board goes by)
- the carbs (20 or under for the first two weeks, then OWL)
- the water (masses and masses of it! Essential!)
- the exercise (as much as you can. Also essential!)

Good luck! Looking forward to following your losses... oh and the butt 'rounding'! Lol.
Sal

[BellaCarol]

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Well most people already told you what changed since the 70's and now we have the internet which helps a lot! I am glad that you took the step to change your life and I wish you the best in your journey!

[prins]

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WOW! What a delight to see so many well-wishers and so many tips. I do have a lot of reading to do and am just winging it at the moment until I get the book, which I'll try to do tomorrow.I am just starting to wander around the site as time allows and am curious about all the challenges...but will come to them in due time, I'm sure.
Thanks again to all.
Forgot to give my stats
F/54/5'3"
SW/220 May 18, 2006
Work midnight shift in police communications...
most sedentary job I've ever had.
Joined the gym a few weeks ago and am being consistent ...
looking forward to getting everything else in alignment and seeing some results.
Thanks Again!!!

[pladd04]

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WELCOME Prins, You have come to the right place for inspiration. I have been here since March 18th 2006 and these people inspire me several times a day. I could not have gotten this far without them. I stress you to get the book DANDR and keep it close. Read the sticky's at the top of each forum. Ask questions if you don't know and READ EVERY LABEL. Good Luck and hope to see you around.

[staziaw]

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Hmmm, square butts . . . that just isn't attractive, is it?!?! All the more reason to stand up and move around a little!!

Stacy

[narose]

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Welcome Prins!

Let me tell you...you have found the right group of people for motivation and encouragement. I joined the board only 2 weeks ago and only have good things to say about it. I too have redoer of Atkins and beleive me it can be done with the help of the ADBB.