Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

New and enjoying every bit!

Collapse
This topic is closed.
X
X
Collapse
 
  • Page of 1
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous template Next
  • #1

    New and enjoying every bit!

    Hi ppl! My name is Ana, 37yrs-old, married and mother of a beautiful toddler whom is 22 months-old now. I have been fat all my life, and started fighting on my own against extra weight when I turned 18. I have had my ups and downs, like everyone. But, since I became a mother, I got the fattest I have ever been and, of course, not happy with the idea. I need to shed about 80lbs and I think Atkins' diet will be the best option. I tried it once long time ago and didn't work for me because (now I realize) I was making a lot of mistakes. This is my third day in Induction and I am very happy with the results so far. I have lost 10lbs already. I know it is retained water mainly, but it's still 10lbs off my body!

    There's a lot I need to learn on this BB, so I will be surfing a bit and see what I can improve or add to my plan.

    Hugs to everyone!

    Ana B.
    F/38yrs/5'4"

    Starting date: June 18, 2007

    Starting weight: 243.76lbs
    Actual weight: 233.20lbs
    Weight June 25: 231.88lbs!

    Short-term weight goal: 221.76lbs by July 18, 2007
    Second starting date: May 26,2008
    Starting weight: 260.7lbs :bang:
    June 2: 256.3lb
    June 9: 253.22lb

    Minigoal #1: 250
    Minigoal #2: 240
    Minigoal #3: 230
    Minigoal #4: 220
    Minigoal #5: 200

    Tags: None
  • #2
    Re: New and enjoying every bit!

    Hello and welcome to you. Well done on choosing Atkins. It is the most amazing way of life. Try to get your head out of thinking about it as a diet though. It really is learning to live in the way your body can stay slim and energetic. I look forward to hearing about your journey and celebrating your successes with you. Lotsa luv to you.
    Start weight: 103.6 kg (227.92 lbs)
    Goal weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)
    Now weighing in at ...... 95.6kg (210.32)
    Total loss = 8 kg (17.6 lbs)



    Comment

    • #3
      Re: New and enjoying every bit!

      Welcome and congrats on your loss so far! great news!
      HW 303
      Aug '04 SW-287 LW-232
      Restart - Apr 07 - SW 266 CW 225




      "Don't let your past dictate who you are, but let it be a part of who you become."

      Comment

      • #4
        Re: New and enjoying every bit!

        Hi, Ana! Welcome and great job on the 10lbs! I'm new too and have found the folks here to offer so much support and encouragement. So good luck to you!

        Comment

        • #5
          Re: New and enjoying every bit!

          Hi Ana! Welcome. You've definitely found the best place to get encouragement, knowledge and make friends to help you reach your goal. I had 145 pounds to lose when I began ... so I can tell you that this support group really works. Get active in the forums, challenges and make a plan to succeed. Get the exercise in, drink lots of water, take your supplements and keep a positive attitude about the changes that you are going to see in inches and weight.

          We're all here for you and anxious to see you succeed. Keep us posted!!
          PS: Have you got the book? Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, edition 2002. It will give you knowledge of how the program works, and why. It has recipes, case studies and lots of information from the good doctor.
          Starting Date 3/12/04 285/165/145 - F



          Dedication gives wings to our dreams and keeps them in flight! In One Word...COMMITTMENT.

          Comment

          • #6
            Re: New and enjoying every bit!

            Hello Ana,

            Welcome to the spotlight! My name is Scooter, it is very nice to meet you. Trust me, your story is our story, just the names, places and things have changed! Congrats on finding the site, it is a virtual buffet (if you will) of knowledge!

            and most importantly, CONGRATS ON LOSING 10 POUNDS!!! WAY TO GO!!!

            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.

            Comment

            • #7
              Re: New and enjoying every bit!

              Welcome and congratualtions on the 10 lb loss! I am new here too, so I'll be cheking your progress along with mine? best of luck....We can do this
              Runnwme
              Started 6/17/07
              140/129/105




              Comment

              • #8
                Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                Welcome aboard! You're doing great so far. Stick around with us. This board is awesome!
                cheri

                "Yesterday I dared to struggle. Today I dare to win." Bernadette Devlin
                "We are beautiful in every single way. Words can't bring us down." Christina Aguilera

                Restart - 04/16/07
                F36 265/244/150
                Induction
                July Abs Challenge - 2100/2000
                July Mileage Challenge - 17/50
                July Push Up Challenge - 179/260
                Personal Challenge - Cheat Free Days - 1








                Comment

                • #9
                  Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                  hey Ana

                  10 lb is amazing, bet you feel great!! i just started too and am already down 5 lb on day 3. But even better than that is feeling happier and more energetic and clear-headed.
                  The book makes so much sense, and the more research you do, the more you realise just how bad for you a carb-heavy diet is...for me, cravings disappear when i remember just what that junk does to my body.
                  Good luck!!
                  kitty x

                  ps. drinking water helps so much!


                  Comment

                  • #10
                    Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                    Welcome to the board Great job on losing 10lbs already!
                    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



                    Comment

                    • #11
                      Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                      Hi Ana! Welcome to the board. 10 pounds is 10 pounds and you should be really pleased with yourself! We should always learn from our mistakes, I'm glad to hear you recognize your Atkins errors in the past. Do it right, and it will do right for you!

                      Comment

                      • #12
                        Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                        Welcome and congrats on the 10lbs! That is great!!!
                        sigpicGerben Says What?




                        Comment

                        • #13
                          Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                          Hi Ana, Like yourself my friend I too have been fat all my life, and started fighting the battle of the bulge for the past 20 or so years and I know how hard it is believe me! and also just like you... I too, have had my fair share of severe ups and downs emotionally and have many times been so low that I thought I would never manage to shift the pounds, But, since joining the ADBB and doing the plan I have been able to drop 16.2 pounds in just under 5 weeks. Keep going and I wish you all the best.

                          Hugs to you too Ana

                          Helen x
                          Forever_Autumn87_Aka Helen

                          Comment

                          • #14
                            Re: New and enjoying every bit!

                            Helen, thank you so much for your encouraging words. It is always an ease to know that you are understood and supported. I need to find some time to surf a bit on ADBB and get all the help and hints I need to carry on. Being a working mother of a toddler can absorb most of your time each day!


                            Hugs, Ana B.

                            EDIT

                            *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
                            Last edited by sillygirl; September 23, 2007, 06:08 PM.
                            F/38yrs/5'4"

                            Starting date: June 18, 2007

                            Starting weight: 243.76lbs
                            Actual weight: 233.20lbs
                            Weight June 25: 231.88lbs!

                            Short-term weight goal: 221.76lbs by July 18, 2007
                            Second starting date: May 26,2008
                            Starting weight: 260.7lbs :bang:
                            June 2: 256.3lb
                            June 9: 253.22lb

                            Minigoal #1: 250
                            Minigoal #2: 240
                            Minigoal #3: 230
                            Minigoal #4: 220
                            Minigoal #5: 200

                            Comment

                            Previous template Next
                            Working...
                            X