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    Hi, my name is Zalman from Milwaukee, WI. I have successfully used the Atkins way of life in the past, but have unsuccessfully kept of the weight. I was on Induction for way to long, and too impatient and excited to read through the other three levels to lifetime maintenance.

    I had a health scare at work in September, and I am currently at 243 lbs. I've gotten back into exercise, and have had no real choice as my blood pressure has been high, along with pre-diabetic tendencies.

    I'm sure you'll be shocked to hear that my doctor said, almost all these problems will disappear if you lose the weight.

    I do very well in business, and this definitely adds to the pressures I have along taking care of four stunning children and a beautiful wife.

    The reality is I know Atkins is the best plan for me. It's realistic, it acknowledges the tragedies of an average daily American diet, especially for those in the workforce (and that definitely includes stay at home mums/dads.)

    My negative self talk tells me its a lot of effort, and I have a particular love of coffee, but I know what I have to do.

    Be Well,
    Never, Never, Never Give Up!

    Sir Winston Churchill

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    Re: Newbie....kind of....

    Hey Zal! Welcome to the board and back to Atkins. This is definitely a way of eating for life. I hop your Doc is right, when you lose weight your issues will resolve themselves. Come around the board often so we can see how well you're doing!

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      Hey there Zal... welcome! Glad you found us here!

      Good for you on getting back into exercise... How about joining one of the many exercise challenges on the board? They're fun and really good at keeping one accountable!
      I'm sure your doc is right and that which some weight loss you're ailments will improve dramatically!

      Let us know how you get on... we're very interested!
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      Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
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        Re: Newbie....kind of....

        Hi Zalman. Welcome to the board. You'll find lots of encouragement here and warm friendly people to support you! Take your measurements so you can see the inches melting off along with the pounds. Keep us posted on your progress!
        Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



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          Re: Newbie....kind of....

          Hi there! Welcome! Congrats on making the decision to recommit! I look forward to seeing your progress along the way!
          Ahlia
          Please visit my Atkins Journal and comment!
          I really can use the support!
          24/F Started Atkins 1/02/07
          SW: 272
          CW: 228.5
          STG: 255- Met 3/06/07
          STG: 240- Met 5/23/07
          STG: 230- Met 6/26/07
          STG: 225-
          GW: 155

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            WELCOME! YOU CAN DO IT!

            Betty
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              Welcome Zal! Yeahhhhhhhhhhh another Milwaukee person! I'm just outside Milwaukee in Franklin!

              Glad to hear you're giving this WOL another chance and now ya know what ya need to do to keep it off!

              Will look forward to hearing more about you !

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