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  • #1

    Hi All!

    Hello,
    My name is Laura. I am 35 yrs old and need to lose some weight. (Well lots of weight actually.) I have decided to give this a shot. I am on day 2 of the induction phase and im telling ya...this is a lot harder than I expected. I have read through many of the success stories on here which are really helping to keep me focused. I really like the idea of a mini goal, thats a great idea. Anyways... I currently weigh 231pnds (as of 2 days ago.) I would like to lose 70pnds in total.
    Laura
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  • #2
    Re: Hi All!

    Hey Laura,
    I'm on day 12, but this is my third time on Atkins. Is it only really hard for the first few days, in my opinion. So don't give up, and welcome!
    Courtney
    Re-Start Date: June 1, 2009
    Female/5'7"/Highest Weight: 252lbs.
    SW252/CW246/GW140
    10% to goal, 241lbs: ?
    20% to goal, 230lbs: ?
    30% to goal, 219lbs: ?
    40% to goal, 208lbs: ?
    50% to goal, 197lbs: ?
    60% to goal, 186lbs: ?
    70% to goal, 175lbs (lowest weight in 10 years): ?
    80% to goal, 164lbs: ?
    90% to goal, 153lbs: ?
    100% to goal, 142lbs: ?


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    • #3
      Re: Hi All!

      Hello Courtney,
      Thank-you so much for the warm welcome. Very much appreciated...Your on day 12? That is wonderful! Can I ask how much weight you have lost 12 days in?
      Laura.

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      • #4
        Re: Hi All!

        Hi Laura!

        Don't worry, it gets easier. I'd say the first 3-4 days are the toughest. Just take it a day at a time, and keep your focus.

        ADBB is full of information, recipes, advice, etc. Don't be a stranger to the different forums! Also, pick up a copy of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (2002 edition). The book is crucial! It explains each phase of the plan in great detail, and also explains the science of the diet and how/why it works. If you don't have a copy yet, check out the FAQ section of the board--that will give you some starter information to help you on your journey.

        Minigoals are great! They really kept me on track. I have a minigoal every 10 pounds or so, and it's so exciting to reach a minigoal!

        Best of success on Atkins!
        START 8/16/06 @ 270+~MG1: 220-12/2/06~MG2: 210-1/07~MG3: 199-3/2/07~MG4: 190-4/27/07~MG5: 180-7/04/07~GOAL: 170
        RESTART 11/2/09 @ 224.6~MG1: 215~MG2: 210~MG3: 205~MG4: 199~MG5: 195~MG6: 190~MG7: 185~GOAL: 180
        F / 28 / 5'8" FITDAY

        Missoula Marathon 7/13/08 5:41

        Non-Celiac Gluten Intolerance
        GLUTEN-FREE since 10/08

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        • #5
          Re: Hi All!

          Welcome aboard Laura, stick with Atkins and that 70 pounds will be gone in no time. Drink your water and follow the book. You can't miss. ttyl, brady
          Male
          Height: 6 ft

          SW 418
          CW 283
          GW 218
          Started on May 1, 2006

          Proud member of the Century Club






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          • #6
            Re: Hi All!

            Hi Laura. Welcome. You'll find lots of warm friendly people here to share your journey with. Get active in the numerous forums, challenges and conversations. Read the journals, and motivational stories. You can do it, we are all here to help you! Post often and let us know how you are doing!
            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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            • #7
              Re: Hi All!

              Welcome to ADBB Laura! Glad you decided to post here. You'll find the board a great source of good low carb advice and the activities are fun and very motivating.

              Best wishes for your Atkins journey to better health and a slimmer figure!
              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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              • #8
                Re: Hi All!

                Hi Laura... Welcome.. we promise you it will get a bit easier in a couple of days.. You are getting all that yucky stuff out..

                Monday will be 6 weeks for me.. The first time I did Atkins..I lost 15lbs in the first 2 weeks and of course I quit....

                This time I am up to 16lbs...but what I have learned is that I will have to continue to eat like this forever...and the pounds and the inches will come off..

                What I have gained.. My heartburn is better.. I sleep better.. I wake up feeling better.. My house is cleaner My body doesn't hurt all the time.. I am not having major bathroom issues.. Like I use to eat and would run to the bathroom... I am starting to walk up the stairs better without my knees killing me...

                Make sure you take your measurements...you will be amazed at the inches you will lose!
                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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                • #9
                  Re: Hi All!

                  Welcome to Laura!

                  Best of luck on your weight loss journey and if you need anything feel free to give a shout!

                  ~Far la bella figura!
                  sigpic
                  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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                  • #10
                    Re: Hi All!

                    Hi Laura! Welcome to the board. The others are right, it gets easier as you go along. In fact, it gets so easy you will forget all about bad carbs while you enjoy lots of great food! You can do it!

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                    • #11
                      Re: Hi All!

                      Hi guys!
                      Thank-you all for the encouragement and the warm welcome. Very nice! Today is definitly easier than yesterday. I have found myself using the washroom quite a bit the last couple of days...but im sure thats due to the increase in my water intake. Anyways, I have not gave into any of my usual cravings. I took my son to the new spiderman movie today. He had the kids combo which consisted of a small popcorn, pop, and kinder suprise egg...and I snacked on a pepperoni stick and a bottle of water. Anyways, thank-you all again for your support!
                      Laura.

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