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  • #1

    Hi!

    Hi! This is the first time I am trying Atkins. I am a Mother to 2 precious boys 2 & 6. We are going to Disney in August and I am determined to lose at least 25 lbs by then. I've never been in a public pool because I am embarrassed by my weight and that's going to change now. I'm tired of making excuses to my 6 year old of why we can't go to the pool. I will not let my weight prevent me from living!!! It's time that I start a healthy lifestyle for myself.

    My sister is doing Atkins and is doing great! I'm so proud of my little sis! I've decided to join her on this journey. Even though we live in different states, we can do this together. Thanks sis .

    Today is my first day and I'm excited to start. I know it will be difficult but I am determined to be the person I was meant to be.

    Michelle
    H 5'7, Female 37
    Here we go again 3/10/2010.
    80 pounds to go!

    Mini Goals
    1) 10lbs gone 3/18
    2) 15lbs gone 3/24
    3) 20lbs gone 4/16














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    Re: Hi!

    Welcome to the board! As a newbie myself, I can tell you this board is INCREDIBLY helpful!!!!
    Good luck! You can do it!
    --Tara

    HW: 239.5
    SW: 235 (3/27/07)
    Restart #1: 227.5 (7/30/07)
    Restart #2: 203.5 (1/2/0
    Final GW: 140







    New Years Challenge - 7#











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    • #3
      Re: Hi!

      Whoo Hoo!!!! I Am So Glad You Are On This Journey With Me! Welcome To Atkins Woe! You Will Do Great!
      PATTI

      RESTART 03/18/10 Weight: 336.5
      4/29/2010 Weight: 307.5




      Original Start date: 3/12/07
      sw 318/cw 224/gw 160

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      • #4
        Re: Hi!

        Welcome Michelle! You'll find lots of people here to keep you motivated with journals, challenges, recipes, stories, photos and friendship. Jump in, get active and enjoy the new life-style changes to a thinner, happier, healthier you! Best wishes. Keep us posted on your progress...we're always here for you and we care!
        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: Hi!

          Warm welcome to you Michelle! I'm sure you'll find this is a great place for friendship, good low carb advice and inspiration.

          If you focus firmly on your goal, you'll be in that Disney pool in August, I'd be willing to bet.
          Don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have, or holler if you need a helping hand.
          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: Hi!

            Hi Michelle - welcome! How wonderful you have your sister to share your successes with. She'll be a great help to you with all your questions! There is a wealth of information on this board. Happy surfing!
            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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            • #7
              Re: Hi!

              Hi Michelle.. One thing I always told my mil about the pool was to look around and see that all women have different shapes.. There are very tasteful bathing suits out there for overweight women.. Even I have a nice bathing suit and I have over a 100lbs to lose.. Slip on that suit and shorts and go have fun with the kids
              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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              • #8
                Re: Hi!

                Good morning Michelle, you've come to right place!! Glad you hear you're doing this for yourself and your boys! They sound precious!!

                Make sure you jump around to the different forums and read up (the stickys at the top of each forum contain awesome posts by previous successful members) and get involved with posting!

                Our good friend, Seasallychange has started a pretty cool exercise challenge at:

                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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                • #9
                  Re: Hi!

                  Hi Michelle! Welcome to the board. It's great that you and your sister can be doing this together. The support here on the board is spectacular, but to have a real live person right alongside you is even better!

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                  • #10
                    Re: Hi!

                    Thanks for all the positive posts. I really appreciate it and feel very welcome here.

                    Michelle

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                    Last edited by sillygirl; August 27, 2007, 05:41 AM.
                    H 5'7, Female 37
                    Here we go again 3/10/2010.
                    80 pounds to go!

                    Mini Goals
                    1) 10lbs gone 3/18
                    2) 15lbs gone 3/24
                    3) 20lbs gone 4/16














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