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    Hello and man I hope this works!

    Hi, I just turned 48 and I'm the heaviest I've ever been....340 lb's!
    I started Monday....this is it, I'm not getting any younger and although I'm healthy now (knock on wood) I know the weight related health problems are right around the corner.
    This seems like a life style of eating I can adapt to.

    I hope to get to know a lot of you.....I'm sure I'll be checking in alot with questions.

    Have a great day everyone!

    Greg
    Greg
    Re-Started 9/20/09
    Male/50
    6'3"


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    Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

    Welcome to Greg!

    Glad you've decided to get your weight under control! Best of luck on your weight loss journey and if you need anything feel free to give a shout!

    ~Far la bella figura!
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    March 2009

    Start Date: Feb. 1st, 2006
    Goal Reached: Nov. 25th, 2006
    Age: 25 male
    Height: 6' 3"
    Waist: 29" (was 44")
    BMI: 18.7 (down from 35.6)
    Starting Weight: 285
    Current Weight: 155 (130lb lost)
    Goal Weight: 175




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    • #3
      Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

      Hi Greg. Welcome. I was 49 when I started this WOE. I can tell you that this program works...if you do it. Read the book, Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution, edition 2002. Make a plan to incorporate the program into your life schedule, drink lots of water, take your measurements, take supplements, and exercise. Be sure to keep coming to the ADBB for support. You'll never feel like you are alone, there are so many people here who want to encourage you and share your success. Get active in the forums, challenges, journals to stay motivated. We're all here for you! You can make it happen....Best wishes.

      *Read the success stories, look at the before/after photos and read the Loser's Lounge (Main Atkins' forum) for inspiration.
      Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



      Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

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      • #4
        Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

        Welcome!! Good for you, for making a choice in the right direction!
        Restarted 04/09/2007
        27/Female/5'9

        Start/Current/
        ?/232/

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        • #5
          Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

          Welcome Greg! Good to have you join us.

          You're giving yourself the gift of better health by doing Atkins, not only a trimmer figure. You're right... this is a lifestyle you definitely can live with. It gets easier as you go along.

          Post lots and keep us abreast of your progress. We're behind you all the way.
          Before and after:






          PLEDGING FLIGHTS
          Completed: 1st set of buildings and mountains (Everest,M.Blanc & Kilimanjaro, twice); Tower Masts & Chimneys; More virtual buildings; Challenger's Choice x 2 (volcanos and mountains on Mars). Currently climbing: Mount Snowdon again: 416/475

          Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
          F/56yrs/5'.4"
          SW:77.7 LW:56.5 CW:60.1 (kilos)

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          • #6
            Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

            Thanks everyone! I had a friend take some "before" pictures which I will post maybe 40 or 50 lb's from now.

            I don't think I'll even weigh myself until my first two weeks are up.
            Its probably my imagination but its only been 3 days and I swear my jeans are looser

            Greg
            Greg
            Re-Started 9/20/09
            Male/50
            6'3"


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            • #7
              Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

              Hey Greg! Welcome to the board. You're not old at 48, heck your life is just beginning....a skinny one! Good luck on your journey!

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              • #8
                Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

                Hey! Loosening jeans is great, Greg! But...be careful... we've had members whose pants have fallen down in the street before now!!!!! A true measure of Atkins "success".
                Before and after:






                PLEDGING FLIGHTS
                Completed: 1st set of buildings and mountains (Everest,M.Blanc & Kilimanjaro, twice); Tower Masts & Chimneys; More virtual buildings; Challenger's Choice x 2 (volcanos and mountains on Mars). Currently climbing: Mount Snowdon again: 416/475

                Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
                F/56yrs/5'.4"
                SW:77.7 LW:56.5 CW:60.1 (kilos)

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                • #9
                  Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

                  Welcome to the board!
                  Sandy
                  40th birthday June 27,2009


                  Starting Weight 293 Highest Weight
                  Current Weight 271
                  Goal Weight 150
                  Female/40

                  Mini Goals
                  #1-Get into 260's-
                  #2-Get into 250's-
                  #3-Get into 240's
                  #4-Get into 230's



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                  • #10
                    Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

                    What's up youngster!! Welcome to the board Greg! What an excellent birthday present you've given yourself!! My name is Scooter, and I'm here to tell you that this way of life works!! You've already heard from some great people here, my story is similar to yours, I'm 44, I came here a year ago needing to lose 100 pounds, I've lost 77 so far and still pushing on.....life is good.

                    No blood thinners, blood pressure medicines, etc. My doctor loves all my blood work up and approves this lifestyle big time!!!

                    You've also showed up at an excellent time, our fellow member Seasallychange and started another fantastic challenge, here is the link....

                    Double Whammy Challenge:
                    http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...264#post656264

                    Here are some other threads and links you may find help to get the wheel in motion. The intial step of moving that wheel is all you need, these links will keep to keep building up the momentum!

                    Rules of induction:
                    http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ead.php?t=6782
                    Acceptable foods:
                    http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ead.php?t=6781
                    Awesome Recipes:
                    http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/index.html
                    Caloric Counter/Carbs/Protein/Etc/Reports:
                    www.fitday.com (Free on-line, this is awesome!!) or some members use this one
                    http://www.thedailyplate.com

                    Anyway, congrats on going low carb, make sure you jump around the forums and make your presence known, we are very happy to have you with us!!

                    Best of wishes! Life is good!
                    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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                      Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

                      Hi Greg, glad you joined. Hope to see you on the Board!
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                      • #12
                        Re: Hello and man I hope this works!

                        Thanks again for all the encouraging welcomes....starting my sixth day and aside from having to pee constantly (esp. at night!) I've had no problems.

                        I was going to wait till the end of the two weeks to weigh myself but I think I'll do it after one....the looser jeans are making me curious (although they're not quite ready to fall off yet, Sally)
                        Thanks for the links Scooter...I will be checking those out along with the other forums.
                        Have a great day everyone!

                        Greg

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                        Last edited by sillygirl; July 24, 2007, 11:39 AM.
                        Greg
                        Re-Started 9/20/09
                        Male/50
                        6'3"


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