cait wait to start but need some help

[goingtodoit07]

Hello I have been reading lots and all of you are great motovation for me. I have been reading the atkins book (the good one), but I have some questons. A little about me, I am about 5'10 and a little over 300 pounds. I am in good health as far as my insides. I used to lift alot years ago and weighed about 215, I was wondering what should be my inerduction goal. I am going to follow the diet to the T, and do cardio about 4 days a week with some strength traning mixed in. What kind of results should I look for, I know everyone is diffrent but I like to set goals (it helps my focus). Thanks for you storys and help, with a team like this anyone can do it. By the way my final goal is still unknown I have never been under 215 so I hope to go around 185, but its kind of scary to think about. Thanks agian

[kisstuck]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Well, you may not be able to set a goal for the 2 week induction, because part of the purpose of induction is to see how metabolically resistant to weight loss you are. At the end of the 2 weeks, you weigh and based upon how much weight you lose, you will have either low, moderate or high metabolic resistance to weightloss. This will let you know about how many carbs you can work your way up to in OWL and still lose weight. Then you can start setting some goals for yourself. Hope this helps! Good luck!

[beba]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

I agree with Kisstuck!
Stick to this board and you'll be fine.

[sallyseachange]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Welcome Gointodoit! Glad you found us here at ADBB!

Kisstuck is right about induction losses... they give you an idea of what your critical carb level for losing (CCLL) will be.
It's impossible to say how fast or slowly you will lose. Everyone's so different and there are a myriad of factors that can influence weight loss: Age, health, gender, activity level, medications.... to mention a few.

Keep us posted as to your progress. We're here for you!

[SandyL2002]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Welcome to the board.. Your weightloss could be quick..or it could be slow...but once you get those bad carbs out of your system you are going to feel so much better and that will be worth any slow loss

[SandyL2002]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Oh before I forget..take your measurements before you start.. that will show your most successes

[Theperfect10]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

I agree with everyone else. For me fitday.com has really helped me to keep track of carbs everyday. It might be worth checking out. Good luck!

[Tillymum]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Well done for reading the book (a lot of the informationyou will need is in there) and for being determined to do it by the letter. Doing Atkins properly will mean you will most likely lose a good few pounds during induction, especially as you will be exercising regularly. But as the others have said, you can't really set a goal for induction as everyone's body responds differently.

Let us know of your progress and wishing you a happy induction!

[dreamof145]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Welcome! We're so happy to have you join us. The encouragement here is great. Everyone is very supportive and wants to help you reach your goal. Make lots of friends, get active in the challenges, board discussions and have fun. You're not alone.

[Uk Girl]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Hi there

I think it is a great idea to have goals - breaking it up into 'bite size' pieces will keep you encouraged and remind you of how well you will be doing! Also - nothing wrong with a reward at eachmini goal - something nice just for you - like some new sunglasses or shoes - something that will still fit when you have lost all that weight just to remind you of your achievement!

Good luck
anj

[sillygirl]

Re: cait wait to start but need some help

Hi Going! Welcome to the board. I'm very happy to see you've been reading "the book", it's invaluable and you will never put it down! Everyone is different in their weight loss. Typically people lose quickly in the beginning and then it tapers off somewhat. Don't be nervous, just start eating the Atkins way, I think you will be surprised at how easy this is!



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