Just Me : )

[inhisgrip]

Hi All! I am so glad I found this website. It seems to have tons of information and inspiration. I am 25 years old and just started Atkins for the second time. I have been overweight my WHOLE life...and have tried TONS of diets to try and "fix" myself. I've tried Deal-a-meal, Slim-Fast, Weight Watchers, counting calories... heck, I've even tried the grapefruit diet! Nothing has ever worked for me except Atkins.

About two years ago I started Atkins and within 7-8 months I lost SEVENTY pounds. I vowed that I would never gain that 70 pounds back. Well here I am a year and half later and have gained about 90 pounds back. It is SO frustrating. But, I have no one to blame but myself.

I have reached an all time high... 365 POUNDS!!! I am sick of being overweight and am starting to worry about health issues (I have diabetes on both sides of the family). Anyway, I want to get this weight off. My ultimate goal is to weigh 150 lbs. That means I have to lose 215 lbs. which seems so unreachable. I know if I just stick with Atkins the right way it will work. My dad lost over 100 pounds on Atkins. Anyway, It's my second day on Atkins and so far, so good. I have a long way to go though. Hopefully the posts on here can help keep me motivated.

Sincerely,
inhisgrip

[jimmie 48]

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hello inhisgrip!
does that mean in HIS grip or something else?

welcome to the best board around! you might want to check out the Second Time Around Club (stac). we started a reading of the book this week too so you might want to join in on that. the thread can be found in the main forum as a sticky or you can get to it by clicking the link in my siggy!

good to have another member!

[Waterbabe_Helena]

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inhisgrip is a very odd name and I for one wish I could call you by your first name!

I know all about failure and weigh 330 pounds at 5ft 5 and am just re-starting Atkins, being on my fourth day today.

Maybe we can be shrinking buddies, though I should warn you that I am English and in the UK - an oddity on this board, unfortunately.

Helena

[jimmie 48]

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peeps from the uk:
(this is just my list from journals!)

rich (who is one of our admins)
amber59
bambinaUK
*Cinders* aka emma
Chrissyj
ChickenTikkaMassala
Noorian
Shoelover
batlo8


thiese are the ones that actually list where they are from. you might be an oddity but there are some uk peeps around!

[Waterbabe_Helena]

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Many thanks! I will look out for them now!
(The food is different here you know)

[jimmie 48]

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sorry for th ehijack, inhisgrip................

yep, helena, i know that for a fact. i have seen many conversations that address the issue.

also add to that list, Elizellen, one of of moderators. you can find her hanging around induction. she would be more than happy to help with anything you want to ask.

[aquaryus]

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I too failed with my past weightloss. I was working in a warehouse over the summer of 98 and I started at 340, size 28. By Setpember, I was 220 and a size 18. I was laid off and sat around a lot. I ballooned back upto 330, then got a job working Tech Support. I put on 50 more pounds. My ex and I started dating at that time too and I got comfortable. When we lived together, that's when I hit 425. Today, I start my induction at 375.7. I always got discouraged when I see people who only need to lose 25-50 pounds and I drop in with my story; I need to lose 170 pounds. It's comforting knowing I have people now who I can turn to who are really in the same boat. The good news is, most likely those pounds will come off quickly, yet I fear the 'plateau'. Count me in as a buddy you can turn to for extra support!

[inhisgrip]

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"Inhisgrip" meaning In God's Grip...sometimes just resting in the palm of His hand, but at others times He has to hold on to me real tight! haha Anyway, thanks for the encouragement Jimmie and Helena... being "shrinking buddies" sounds good. : ) My first name is Liz by the way.

[jimmie 48]

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i guessed right! i love it when i guess right!
good name, liz!

[inhisgrip]

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Aquaryus...yes, we should definitely be buddies. I need all the support I can get! : ) Looks like we're both in this for the long haul. I know we can do it!!

[staziaw]

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Liz! Welcome aboard. We're glad you are here!

Stacy

[qbu]

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Welcome. This is a great board for support, inspiration, and motivation.

[Waterbabe_Helena]

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Dear Liz
I see you have now uploaded a photo - great! And you know what, we really look alike. Honestly, if we could switch the heads on a photo that could be me. In fact, just the faces, because my hair is the same as yours, too - spooky!

Have you managed to keep to the eating plan for a week? I am on day 10 and have had no chocolate - a miracle!

Helena (UK)

[dreamof145]

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Welcome!! Congratulations for finding us and recommitting yourself to get healthy and happy. Don't look back at mistakes in the past....look forward to your new healthy life-style and the many friends here that are more than willing to help you. One of the best things about the ADBB is that you will never walk the weight-loss path alone. There is more than enough people here to share your feelings, frustrations and accomplishments with. We all share the ups/downs and understand.

You will make it this time. Get acitve in the challenges, forums and gain inspiration and knowledge that will keep you strong. Make a plan of action to help you through the times when you know you are weak and need extra support. Everyone here is more than willing to help you make it happen. Best wishes!!!

[inhisgrip]

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Hey Becky, Stacy, and QBU! Thanks for the welcome. Helena - good to see you again. Day 10 and no chocolate?! That's awesome. I know how much you love it. Good for you. I'm on day...let's see...oh, day 9. I lost 8 pounds the first week! Woohoo!

Thanks to all of you for you support and encouragement. I'm going to need it on this long journey to healthyville!