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  • #1

    Back on Atkins, New here

    Hi!

    I'm Laura.. and my 40th birthday was last week. I think it's motivated me to get going!!

    I had lost 38 lbs on Atkins a few years ago and stalled out, instead of keeping on, I gave up after "friends" kept offering me snacks saying I had lost SO much.. .

    I lost my dad and almost lost my mom and had a major move across country last year and just never got back on the wagon. I was too depressed.

    Now I'm diabetic and really want to get myself in shape.

    I'd like to join the Boot Camp, but it looks like it's "full"? And I don't want to wait another two weeks or so to join.. so I guess I do induction on my own.
    Although I usually stay on induction for a long time, so maybe I can do it later..

    I'm off to search for a challenge that's not too far along, so I can join!
    Nice to "meet" you all!

    Laura
    Laura

    232/224/125
    5'1"- 40 years old

    Re-Start date 1/9/07














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    Re: Back on Atkins, New here

    Welcome Back!!! I have only been on Atkins for 9 days today and I am doing really good. I know you will do great too!!! Take it one day at a time and 1 pound of fat at a time and you will soon see results!!!
    Don't forget to dring WATER>>>WATER and more WATER.
    GOOD LUCK!!!!


    TO A NEW ME !!!!!
    Starting Date; May 15th, 2006
    Stats;
    Age: 47
    Sex: F
    Height: 5'9"
    Starting Weight: 213
    Current Weight: 195
    Goal Weight: 150
    When we get hurt, Write it down in sand, So the winds of forgiveness can erase it away, But when someone does good for us, We must engrave it in stone, Where no wind can ever erase it.


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    • #3
      Re: Back on Atkins, New here

      Unfortunately, I woke up with a cold this morning, so what a start to this!

      BUT.. on the other hand, if I'm going to get "Induction Flu".. at least I won't know if it's that or the bug my kids gave me!

      I've been reading around the boards and found the thread about why this forum is so strict about "by the book". Let me tell you, I've been on those "other" boards and it's bizarre. People that I've been seeing for years, are still at the same place they were when I first saw them. The "There, there" posts after a cheat.. I dunno.. but I think that's why I've not been motivated. I can say.. "see, she's still working on her first ten lbs too".

      No more. I want a change, and I want it NOW. (Well, as fast as I can safely do this of course!)

      I'm working on my water right now. I think it's helping my sore throat too..

      So far, I love what I'm seeing here. I think I recognize a few of you from those "other boards"!
      Laura

      232/224/125
      5'1"- 40 years old

      Re-Start date 1/9/07














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      • #4
        Re: Back on Atkins, New here

        Originally posted by Laura
        Hi!

        I'm Laura.. and my 40th birthday was last week. I think it's motivated me to get going!!
        Great minds think alike! Mine's in 6 months and I finally got motivated. Good luck and I know you can do it!
        5'4"- 41 years old

        Start date 5/20/06

        SW/285
        CW/275
        GW/145






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        • #5
          Re: Back on Atkins, New here

          You came to the right place, Laura. There is no better time than now to start living a healthier lifestyle.Happy belated Birthday. I extend my condolences and deepest sympathy for your losses and stressful times.

          Here at this board you can find a lot of company to do induction right along beside you, helping you with advice, recipes and good ol' fun.

          Family and friends can be diet saboteurs (I've had similar experiences to yours). Even though you aren't in boot camp, you can find what you need in the 2002 edition of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, and the many challenges to join and threads for different topics.

          Welcome back!
          ~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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          • #6
            Re: Back on Atkins, New here

            Hi Laura

            Welcome to the board! Check out the before and after pics, they are a HUGE inspiration!!

            I too lost weight last year when I did Atkins, 3 stone (42lbs?). However my father passed away suddenly and I gained 2 stone (28lbs) back. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

            This forum is really supportive and everyone is really friendly. I'm on day 3 of Induction, definately feeling a little queasy! Gota keep at it though!!

            Keep going though, as you know, you've done it before, we can do it again!


            26 yr 5'2 F
            Did Atkins on and off from Feb 2005 until April 2008. Fluctuated between 15 st 1/211lbs and 11 st 1/155lbs.
            On different weightloss programme from 28th May 2008 start weight 14 st 11/207lbs.
            Current weight 10st 3lbs/143lbs.
            Ultimate Goal Weight 9 st/126lbs.

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            • #7
              Re: Back on Atkins, New here

              Hello Laura,

              Welcome back! Let me tell you, this is the way to go! Drink lots of water, exercise, try new things! One suggestion, don't be afraid to move to the next step, the new veggies are awesome, it is so helpful! You dont get bored either!

              Anyway, just wanted to say welcome aboard!

              Scooter









              44 Year Old Male
              Start Date: 04/17/06
              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
              Scooter







              Remember this everyday - Something Wonderful Is Going To Happen Today. If you live by that decree you will live life to the fullist.

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              • #8
                Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                Hi Laura, welcome back. You should have a look at the Second Time Around Club for some really good advice from those who have returned to our fold!


                I'm sorry you've had such a rough time of it, get well soon.

                Female; 5'8''



                Member of the STAC!
                Hw:182lbs                 /Rw:170lbs/35"waist/UK size 16 /CW: 148lbs

                Mini goal target: 160lbs/31"waist/ UK size 14 - Done!
                2nd Mini goal target: 150lbs/30"waist/UK size 12-14 - DONE!
                Target weight overall: 140lbs/28"waist/UK size 12

                Target date: 3rd August 2007...is this do-able?
                restart date: 21st May 07 175lbs

                NO CHEATING COMMITMENT: 1st goal 4th June - DONE! 2nd goal: 21st June DONE!! Target: 3rd August - Down to 150lbs
                15 Days - no cheating!

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                • #9
                  Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                  Hello Laura and WELCOME to the best place on earth for support, friends, information and recipes. I am sorry about the troubles you've had over the past year. I feel you girl about the move, I also moved from Michigan to South Carolina last year and it's rough I know. Don't worry about Boot Camp your first week, just get to know your way around the board and make some friends and then try out for the next session of Boot Camp. Good luck and if I can help in any way just let me know.
                  Priscilla
                  S W 285 /C W 244 /G W 160
                  Mini Goal - 230's by August Woo Hoo Dave Matthews Band concert HERE I COME.
                  17510



                  *It's the hardest thing to do, but you must think of yourself first before anything else can be accomplished. It's not selfish, it's the truth.*

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                  • #10
                    Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                    Welcome aboard, Laura! We are happy that you are here. Now, I won't say that we are the "there, there" crowd, but we are as supportive as you need us to be! Some of us might harass you about water or exercise or eating enough veggies, but know that this means that we truly love you!!

                    Although Boot Camp was closed, check out the Exercise Challenges! It's a great way to be accountable for things like sit-ups, push-ups, walking, stair climbing. If you think of a challenge you would like to create, do it!!! I'm a sucker for the challenges!!

                    Good luck, kiddo! We can't wait to see how you lose!

                    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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                    • #11
                      Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                      Argh! I don't want anyone to think I'm not serious here.. but I've got the FLU!

                      And I don't think it's the induction flu blues either.. but the real honest to goodness "have I been hit by a truck" FLU.

                      I'll be back when I can stay sitting up and focus my eyes.
                      Laura

                      232/224/125
                      5'1"- 40 years old

                      Re-Start date 1/9/07














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                      • #12
                        Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                        Hi Laura! Here is a great challenge that is starting June 4th.(Says May 4th, that's a mistake). You choose how many days a week you are going to workout, you decided your exercises. Each day you check in with a form of exercise you get a smiley. Sick days are not held against you. However if you should have exercised a day and didn't you get "slugged"! The goal is to get through with no SLUGs! It has kept me accountable! (Oh and then you get the neat little "slug free" award that you see in my siggy)
                        Hope you feel better!
                        http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ad.php?t=30336
                        BARB

                        Life is what happens to you
                        while you're busy making other plans!
                        15.38 miles biking this year


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                        • #13
                          Re: Back on Atkins, New here

                          Originally posted by Barbde
                          Hi Laura! Here is a great challenge that is starting June 4th.(Says May 4th, that's a mistake). You choose how many days a week you are going to workout, you decided your exercises. Each day you check in with a form of exercise you get a smiley. Sick days are not held against you. However if you should have exercised a day and didn't you get "slugged"! The goal is to get through with no SLUGs! It has kept me accountable! (Oh and then you get the neat little "slug free" award that you see in my siggy)
                          Hope you feel better!
                          http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ad.php?t=30336
                          GREAT!! On my way!
                          Laura

                          232/224/125
                          5'1"- 40 years old

                          Re-Start date 1/9/07














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