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    Starting low carb again

    Hi All,

    I've been unemployed since April, and have been soothing myself with food, so now I'm paying the price. I have an appt. with the gynecologist today (first visit, new patient), and I'm dreading the weigh-in. When I was working I managed to walk 30 minutes a day on my lunch hour, and I was eating sensibly. Now my eating habits are totally out of control, so I need to get on the stick. I followed a modified Atkins/Suzanne Somers diet a couple of years ago and got fantastic results. In fact, my husband was afraid I was losing too much weight! It was great fitting into my old clothes (especially blue jeans!), and I felt great. But, as you know, you can never go back to eating like you used to, or you will have the same results. So, here I am today, starting over again. Your before and after pictures are a real inspiration! Hope to get the support I need here so that I can make the changes I need to make.
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    Re: Starting low carb again

    Welcome to the group.. My biggest advice that I like to give newbies is to PLAN PLAN PLAN.. Know what or where you are eating before you go this coming week.. And when discouraged come here and read and read..and cheering others on helps to keep you in line too
    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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      Re: Starting low carb again

      Welcome. So happy you've introduced yourself and decided to join us. People here are encouraging and helpful. Getting active here in the forums, challenges, journals and meeting friends to help you stay positive about your journey will help you succeed in reaching your goal. There are lots of stories/photos to motivate you and knowledgable people to answer any questions you have.

      Welcome, get involved and have fun with your new way of life!!
      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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        Re: Starting low carb again

        Hiya Widebirth. Welcome aboard. ADBB is a good place for encouragement and friendly advice, so you've come to the right place.

        Sounds like you did fantastically well before, on a modified Atkins plan, which is terrific! What are you planning this time? The same again, or by-the-book-Atkins? You never know... you might lose even faster/more by trying that.

        Looking forward to reading of your successes, whatever you opt for!
        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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          Re: Starting low carb again

          Hi widebirth! Welcome to the board and to this wonderful way of eating (WOE). You can totally do this, it's easy, filling and healthy! Keep us posted!

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            Re: Starting low carb again

            Welcome WideBirth, your name made me giggle ....
            Lizzy -

            Female - 334.6/304.0/180.0

            When life hands you lemons, ask for tequila and salt and call me over!!

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              Re: Starting low carb again

              Welcome WB~I think you'll see that this can be a great woe if you stick to the plan by doing induction, carrying on to OWL and then on to Maintenance. Exercise is key~~check out the exercise challenges forums...lots of motivation over there too.
              There are some people on this board who now eat 80grams/carbs/day, or more, and they're still losing, and they're able to do that because they've stuck to the plan.
              It's important to remember that it's not 20 grams/carbs/day forever!
              Nice to meet you and we'll see you on the board!
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                Re: Starting low carb again

                Welcome to the board!! This is a great site for encouragment and advice!




                1st mini goal- 225 lbs.-Done!
                2nd mini goal-199 lbs.-Done!
                3rd mini goal-189 lbs.-Done!
                4th mini goal- 179 lbs.
                6WEC #37


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                ^One of the secrets of life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks^

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                  Re: Starting low carb again

                  Another classic name, haha, hello widebirth!!

                  Welcome to the board!! Might I suggest the STAC (Second Time Around Club) it is a place for those of us who have slipped up, so to speak, myself included, but made it back here into the light! Check it out!

                  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....read.php?t=6782

                  Acceptable foods:
                  http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.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: Starting low carb again

                    Thanks everyone for the welcome and encouragement!

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                    *This Spotlight-Introduce Yourself thread has been closed due to extended absence of owner. Please feel free to private message any compliments and/or comments to the original poster. If you are the owner and would like to revive your Spotlight-Introduce Yourself please PM the forum mod or an Admin
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