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    Another Newbie

    Hi All

    First let me say what a fantastic forum this is. I live in Denmark and I've be all alone overhere with my Atkins. It's so uplifting to log on here, and realise that I'm not the only one who has questions, is looking for recipes and generally good advice. So thanks to everybody for letting me in on all your secrets.

    I read Atkins in dec 2005 and was starting in jan on my new lifestyle, however I found out I was pregnant, so I put it on hold. Now I've been on induction for 16 days and I'm doing great. I feel fantastic - the first three days were difficult but that's easily forgotten when you feel so great afterwards right!!!
    I have lost 7,2kg and 34,5 cm - I can't believe it - it is a kinda magic. During week 2 and up until now I've "only" lost 0,8kg but I've realised that I've been eating too many vegetables, probably about 2 cups more that I should. I just wasn't thinking - but back on track today.

    I'd love to hear from people how long they have been following Atkins, and when they left induction - I'm doing good on induction but I suppose there comes a time when you can't do this anymore.

    Thanks again to everybody and looking forward to talking to you guys

    Eena
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    Re: Another Newbie

    Hello there Eena! Welcome to the board. It's cool that you found us here and now don't feel so alone over there in Denmark. I know all about that, doing Atkins in Italy, where there are so few other Atkineers. This board is a great help and comfort.

    Congrats on your loss so far. That's awesome!

    You can stay on induction for quite a long time... but you need to leave enough time to do OWL comfortably, before reaching goal. It takes some time to move up the rungs, learn which are your trigger foods and find your CCLL (critical carb level for losing).
    Don't be afraid to make the move... you still lose in OWL, and some people lose even more! The extra food choices are very welcome too.

    Keep us posted as to your progress. We're with you all the way!
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    Start 10 Jan 2005. Maintenance since Aug. 2005.
    F/56yrs/5'.4"
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    • #3
      Re: Another Newbie

      Hello Eana - Welcome to the spotlight!! I'm your humble host Scooter!!

      It is so nice to meet you! By the way, thank you, we all love this board, it is pretty awesome. I stumbled upon it a year ago when I was 'thinking' I need to lose a little weight...(yeah....just a 100 pounds or so......yikes!!)

      Here it is, a year later, I've lost 77 pounds and feel awesome and still pushing ever forward to goal!! I probably could have lost even more, but I've been patient and taken my time. I've just recently started a upbeat exercise regime and really working harder! This can be you!!

      So you've been here before (low carb) good for you!! Why not pop into the STAC (Second Time Around Club) and say hello. It's thriving right now, lots of return members shooting for the stars!!

      You've picked an excellent time to start, we have a 'challenge' in progress or actually getting ready to start, check it out and sign up for it....

      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!!
      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: Another Newbie

        Welcome Eena! You'll find lots of support and encouragement here. Best wishes.
        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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        • #5
          Re: Another Newbie

          Hi Eena, welcome from me too. I'm in my third week of Atkins and loving it. I feel so much healthier than I did, its hard to believe I could feel so different in such a short space of time.
          In relation to keeping track of your carbs, why not sign up to www.fitday.com - its free and you can keep track of all food you eat each day. For me it was a real eye opener to see how much certain foods have. I now realise the importance of measuring my brocolli for example so I don't go over on my carb count.

          Good luck and keep posting!
          Carmel, F36, 5'10

          SD - 11Apr07, 239/224/185
          Inch loss to date - 47.8"

          MG - Trip to Barcelona 9/5, 215.
          MG - Trip to Berlin 11/5, 205
          GOAL – Christimas 07, 185!

          Visit my journal ajourneyofathousandmilesstartswithonesmallstep
          Never bend your head. Hold it high. Look the world in the eye.


          -Helen Keller


          Challenges – Loose 15lbs by 4th July, Labour Day Challenge, Pedometer Challenge

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          • #6
            Re: Another Newbie

            Welcome to the board

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