New to the forum - need help.

[cristylp]

In October I stepped on the scale and realized I was at the highest weight of my life - 236.50. It was absolutely devastating and it had to change. I've strugged since October with low-fat, low-carb, not eating at all, but it became clear really fast that Atkins is what worked for me. So I'm going to stick with Atkins and am so happy that I found this forum for support.

I'm tired of being fat and unhappy. There are things I want out of this life, and I want to be thin and healthy so I can enjoy them. Today is my first day officially on Atkins with NO cheating so I sorta feel like I'm brand new!

236.5/205/140

Cristy

[Barbde]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Welcome Cristy!! Stick with us and you'll do great!!

[staziaw]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Welcome aboard, Cristy! Look at that! You've already lost 31 pounds! Epic!

Stacy

[cristylp]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Wow..... I should have never let up on this WOE. I only officially restarted on Thursday, and this morning I couldn't help myself - I stepped on the scale. I've already lost another 7 pounds!! That was the incentive I needed.... I'm on my way again!

Thank you all so much for your support. That's what is going to allow me to make it this time, I can't do it on my own.


236.5/198.5/140
7 pounds lost since I came back to Atkins!

[angelstar]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Hi there

This forum is such a fantastic source of support, I dont think I couldve kept up without it. Everytime I feel like cheating or giving up, I look here and at the pics and it keeps me going. Everytime I've got a question there is always someone here that has answered it or helped me. Everyone is so kind and friendly, you'll fit right in and feel like u've been here for ages!
Well done on ur loss so far and we share the same goal weight!

Good luck

[cristylp]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Thank you so much, angelstar. I've been reading the board all weekend, and the stories and pictures are inspiring me so much. It means a lot to know I'll have friends and support here. Thanks!

[dreamof145]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Welcome. I know the feeling that you described very well. It is what made me commit myself to this weight loss plan. I finally took my life serious enough and made the changes that have helped me lose weight and change my life-style. If you haven't read the book, Dr. Atkin's New Diet Revolution, edition 2002 -- then it is essential to understanding the program and why Dr. Atkins wrote it as he did. Believe me, it works. If you make plans to follow his advice, drink lots of water, exercise and take supplements to keep your body at its peek performance, then you will feel and look fantastic!! Atkins works. Best wishes!!

[kkat55]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

Hey girlie!

I found your thread and am proud of you seeing how far you've come!

Keep up the great work!!

[kkat55]

Re: New to the forum - need help.

How are you doing today?

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