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    A new me!

    Good morning all!
    I have recently started my new healthy way of life! I am on my second day of induction and I am having a hard time. I always thought that I ate healthy, but I never realized that I was eating too much of the wrong things. I do have a couple of questions: 1) When does this feeling end? I don't feel like exercising and all the water I am drinking is making me feel like the restroom is my new best friend. Sorry I am feeling a cranky. But I am thinking that I might try to sign up for a 10K in January'08. Maybe that will motivate me to exercise a little more and another goal. 2)Is that too many goals too soon? I am really trying and desire a new and better me. *sigh* It is hard to be confident in myself, when I am surrounded by unhealthy food and emotional eating on a daily basis. That is where any encouragement for anyone reading this comes in. If you have any suggestions please let me know, I am willing to try to anything that helps me on my new path.
    Thanks for taking the time to read my first entry! Hope that everyone is doing fabulous!
    188/188/120
    5’1”/F
    6/24/07
    "Don't Quit.....
    So Stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
    It's when things seem worse, that you must not quit."




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  • #2
    Re: A new me!

    Hi there. First couple of days of induction can be really rough. I remember being so tired and the bathroom thing was a real pain for me too! My bathroom is upstairs and I felt like my legs wouldn't carry me up them one more time in the beginning. But now I don't notice it. It becomes the new normal, visiting the loo so much. And as for your goal for Jan - I think its a fantastic idea and one you should work towards.
    Having an exercise goal is a really good idea for us all and a big help towards getting closer to our weight goal.

    Good luck.
    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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    • #3
      Re: A new me!

      Hello and welcome Red_Julia! Nice that you say this is your new healthy way of life. You've hit the nail on the head, absolutely. Atkins is a tremendously healthy way of eating and your energy levels and other numbers (cholesterol, BP, blood sugar) will no doubt bear this out, in time.

      You need to grit your teeth and get through the first few days. Induction flu (where your body is in withdrawal from all those carbs) can be horrid. In a few days though you'll find your energy comes back tenfold.
      Take things day by day and soon you'll find this way of eating becomes natural and extremely enjoyable.

      I love your goal for Jan! It's great to have something to work towards.

      Ask any questions you might have and keep us posted as to your progress. We're all looking forward to cheering your successes.
      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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      • #4
        Re: A new me!

        Great advice from some great people. Seriously, your body will adapt. You'll get used to the water, and constant running back and forth to the restroom. It's never bad to set goals. However, make mini goals as well. There's nothing like crossing an item off your list and saying, done!

        Welcome to ADBB!

        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!! Pop on into the second time around forum and say hello.

        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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        • #5
          Re: A new me!

          Hi Red Julia,

          Welcome to ADBB I agree I think 10k is a great goal for January, though if you are new to running you could consider a 5k before that point to get you into running. Lots of charitable fun runs are friendly and a great place to make a running debut.

          Best of luck with it all

          My Journal :rollerska :bouncy: 27 Female 5'7 :redsnoopy

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          • #6
            Re: A new me!

            Welcome Red Julia!
            I am new too - Day 9 of induction.
            Just wanted to say hi and wish you the best of luck. Check in here daily, it truly keeps me motivated and knowing that I CAN do this!
            Runnwme
            Started 6/17/07
            140/129/105




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            • #7
              Re: A new me!

              Hey there - welcome to you. How are things going today? Lotsa luv.
              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)



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              • #8
                Re: A new me!

                Hi and welcome to ADBB!

                Induction flu is stinks but is thankfully short lived. You'll feel better in no time and will be more than ready to train for your marathon.

                I wish you the best of success!
                Doin' Atkins: Cuz my hips don't lie either.
                Paula
                33/f




                Faith makes all things possible - not easy.

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                • #9
                  Re: A new me!

                  Thanks everyone for your support. I am still not doing that great today, but I am super busy at work, so that is helping a ton! I am staying on track and keep trying to think that this new way of life will be worth every moment of hardhship now to live a long healthy life in the future. Does anyone know of a free online journal? I am currently recording every thing I put in my mouth and any exercise that I do. I think it might be easier to keep track on line and not worry about who might be looking in my journal. thanks again for all the encouragement!
                  188/188/120
                  5’1”/F
                  6/24/07
                  "Don't Quit.....
                  So Stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
                  It's when things seem worse, that you must not quit."




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                  • #10
                    Re: A new me!

                    Hi julia! We're happy to have you join us on ADBB! Have you seen www.fitday.com? It's a place where you can record every single thing you eat, exercise, weight and your own private journal as well. Of course, you can always come around her to journal as well. best of luck to you.

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                    • #11
                      Re: A new me!

                      I am still working on a new me. I have been super busy with life, but just wanted everyone who has given me support an update. I am doing good!
                      188/188/120
                      5’1”/F
                      6/24/07
                      "Don't Quit.....
                      So Stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
                      It's when things seem worse, that you must not quit."




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                      • #12
                        Re: A new me!

                        That's really great to hear Red Julia. I am so pleased for you. Well done on your goals by the way. Awesome. I think only you know what works best for you ... and if you feel up to trying for a 10k .. amazing. The suggestion about an interrim 5k is good. And I love the suggestion about mini-goals. Anyway, well done on sticking it out. 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)



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                        • #13
                          Re: A new me!

                          Great news Julia!

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                          Last edited by sillygirl; October 27, 2007, 10:22 AM.
                          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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