Hi..New & in need of weight loss support

[mama2toby]

First, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Amy and I am a 25 year old mother to my almost 2 year old son Toby. I have been married 5 1/2 wonderful years to my husband, who is in the military. We are stationed overseas and have been for 3 years. As for myself, I am 5'9 and 260 lbs. I have hit my highest weight ever. I have always been overweight and I have never had the accomplishment of losing even 5 pounds. To be honest, I have never even tried. I have always managed to talk myself out of quitting before I even start, with "I'm not really that overweight, it could be worse!" and the famous "I'll start tommorrow!" I have always refused to believe that I have packed on so many pounds. I see photos of myself and I am disgusted at what I have let myself become. My husband has been supportive of me and loved me "as I am" regardless. I feel that I am pulling myself, along with my family, down a long dark road. I am from the south, so I pretty much only know how to cook fattening. There has been no other way. My husband has recently started battleing with his weight as well. My weight has started to interfere with my whole life. My marriage, self esteem, and even my parenting. I can hardly chase after my son, without stopping for a breather every 5 minutes. My husband always has to help me. I have become someone else. I am not myself. I have become withdrawn, and mean. I'm not depressed, but I am headed there fast. So, I have decided to make a change now, for the better. I don't want the life I have set up for myself. I want better. For me and my family. I have actively started looking for safe diets, and I ran across some information, including this site, about the Atkins diet. I am going to give this a try. I still have some more reading up to do, but I feel like I am dedicated to getting this weight off. I have a current goal weight of 175 lbs. So I have 85 pounds to go!! I am looking for alot of support in this journey, so can you give me a boost?? Thanks for reading my email!!

[H2Ohhh]

Re: Hi..New & in need of weight loss support

Hi mama and welcome to ADBB! So glad you found us. The first few days might be tough, but after that Atkins is a breeze. Soon you'll be running after your son again and taking photos (on purpose, even!) to show off your progress.

Editing to add: do you have the book, Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, the 2002 version? The stickies and other posts on this site are helpful, but the book makes it all make sense!

[boonie stomper]

Re: Hi..New & in need of weight loss support

Giant Boost! Welcome to the Board. You have my support, and I'm sure along the way you will have questions, which peaple here will be happy to help you with. I hope you are reading the 2002 Edition - Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, and familiarizing yourself with preparation for and carrying out a safe, successful induction.

[ValidRouge]

Re: Hi..New & in need of weight loss support

Hey Mama, welcome to ADBB. I can relate (there are lots of us who can relate) to your story. Being from the south, it's EASY to cook Atkins!!! Start with bacon and a little onion in the pan, and you're good to go. Add whatever veggie floats your boat. LOL

Definitely get yourself a copy of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution 2002 edition. Everything you need to know is in that book...and it's a real eye opener. Until you get that, go through the Frequently Asked Questions Forum and read all the posts in there. There are stickies at the top of each of the other forums, read those too. There is a wealth of information here in this forum, but Dr. Atkins himself through his book is the best source.

I find Atkins SUPER EASY to stick to in most every situation. Once you get past the first week, the hunger and cravings go away, and it's just easy to stick to the plan.

Let me tell you that my self esteem has increased tenfold. Plus, my attitude towards myself, my husband, my friends, and my co-workers has done a total turn around. I really think the sugar and the carbohydrates were making me A CRAZY, RAVING, TYRRANICAL LUNATIC! My boss even commented on my "attitude" and "cooperativeness" in my annual review. I 100% believe that it was the carbs.

Now, during that Time of the month, I still can be godzilla...but it's not EVERY SINGLE DAY anymore. Physically I feel great and emotionally I feel even better, and I'm sure it can help you too.

[Jace]

Re: Hi..New & in need of weight loss support

Welcome to the boards and the Atkins way of life Mama!

If you find yourself in need of support...this is the best place to get it! You can always send me a private message if you ever have any questions as well! Best of luck on your weight loss journey!


~Far la bella figura!