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  • #1

    Hello Hello!

    The boards here are great, so I decided to join. I did Atkins once before, and stayed on it for a year and a half. I had great success and lost 29lbs in about 6 months! I maintained for quite some time and thought I could eat pasta, pizza, fries, etc...As anyone would expect, I have gradually been putting the weight back on and it is time for me to get with it!

    I started Atkins again this past Tuesday and am doing great. I even started running again this week and ran a full mile last night without stopping! (I only run a 15 minute mile, but I am still pretty happy I did it!)

    The scale already says I am down 4 lbs, but I know I won't continue to lose at that rate. Even so, I am happy because when the scale goes down, it keeps me motivated.

    I really hope I can stick with it and lose the weight! With all the wonderful success stories on this board I plan on staying motivated! I am truly impressed with how many of you are truly dedicated, and I am so grateful for your inspiration!

    Your new friend,

    Julie

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    Re: Hello Hello!

    Julie Welcome back on track!! Keep us posted to know how you're doing and don't hesitate to ask.. It has helped me a whole world to ask every single doubt that comes to my head... Congratulations!!

    HW..........215:eek:
    SW..........205:frown:
    Mini Goals:starspin:
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    I believe I can fly ... I believe I can touch the sky...

    Daniela Jimenez a.k.a. Delta Juliette
    San Diego, CA
    28 yrs .. 5'7"
    Happily Married to a Minister and the Happiest Mom
    of all... Singer and Makeup Artist

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    • #3
      Re: Hello Hello!

      Way to go, Julie! You're doing great. Stick with us and you'll be getting a goalie ribbon in no time!
      Caryl
      Start 2/21/2007 212
      CW 6/22/2008 167
      Goal 124
      F 49 yo

      Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers

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      • #4
        Re: Hello Hello!

        Hey Julie! Welcome to ADBB! Sounds like you've got the right mindset and lose so far to prove it. Way to Go!

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        • #5
          Re: Hello Hello!

          Woo Hoo Julie! Congrats on getting back on the wagon and beginning to lose again. I'm sure that pretty soon you'll be a true success story!

          Happy Atkineering!
          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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          • #6
            Re: Hello Hello!

            Hi there. Welcome to you. You sounds like you are really motivated for success. All the best 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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            • #7
              Re: Hello Hello!

              Hi and welcome to ADBB! Congrats on having lost 4lbs already!
              Doin' Atkins: Cuz my hips don't lie either.
              Paula
              33/f




              Faith makes all things possible - not easy.

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              • #8
                Re: Hello Hello!

                Tomorrow starts week 2. I am pretty frustrated today because I got on the scale (eventhough I wasn't planning to again until tomorrow) and I somehow gained 1.5! I have been really good about watching my carbs. Yesterday I had eggs for brunch with salt and pepper. Then for dinner I had a small salad, fresh mozzarella and sliced tomatoes ( 3 slices) with balsamic vinegar and some olive oil. In addition, I had italian sausage. Last night I had a little light whipped cream for dessert (says less than 1 carb per serving). I walked yesterday morning for over a mile, and did sit-ups last night! I thought I was being really strict Well, I won't complain anymore about the scale until induction is at least over. I just ahd to get it out! Thanks for listening!

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                • #9
                  Re: Hello Hello!

                  Originally posted by julie616
                  Tomorrow starts week 2. I am pretty frustrated today because I got on the scale (eventhough I wasn't planning to again until tomorrow) and I somehow gained 1.5! I have been really good about watching my carbs. Yesterday I had eggs for brunch with salt and pepper. Then for dinner I had a small salad, fresh mozzarella and sliced tomatoes ( 3 slices) with balsamic vinegar and some olive oil. In addition, I had italian sausage. Last night I had a little light whipped cream for dessert (says less than 1 carb per serving). I walked yesterday morning for over a mile, and did sit-ups last night! I thought I was being really strict Well, I won't complain anymore about the scale until induction is at least over. I just ahd to get it out! Thanks for listening!
                  Hey Julie! First of all, I think you are not eating nearly enough food. You should never have under 1200 calories per day, and you can eat much more eating this way, usually 1800-2000 approximately depending on what you currently weigh. Your protein should be around 30% per day, the fat should be 60-65% per day and the rest from veggies. You should be having 2 cups of salad veggies AND one cup of regular veggie each and every day. If all you've been having is a small salad, that's not nearly enough. When you don't eat enough food, your body will hold to it's weight because it thinks you're starving it. You can eat, you should eat when hungry!

                  Secondly, the "lite" whipped cream you bought probably has sugar alcohols and sugar in it. You can't go by the label alone, read the ingredients. It's so easy to make your own whipped cream with heavy cream and splenda, that's a much better way to go! Hidden sugars trly sabotage all efforts!

                  This takes time to perfect, don't worry! Do you log your food intake anywhere? lots of us use www.fitday.com. it can help you with eating the right amounts of food.

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                  • #10
                    Re: Hello Hello!

                    Welcome to ADBB Julie!

                    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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                    • #11
                      Re: Hello Hello!

                      Thanks for the replies!

                      I will definitely start logging my food intake. Thanks for the links!

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                      • #12
                        Re: Hello Hello!

                        Yes... food logging is a help. Silly's right... beware starvation mode. It's the fastest way to non losing (well, other than bingeing, that is!!! )
                        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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                        • #13
                          Re: Hello Hello!

                          Thanks! I really didn't think I was in "starvation" mode! I feel like I am eating a lot. But I obviously have no problem with eating more! (that's how I got here to begin with...except that it was with too many carbs!)

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                          • #14
                            Re: Hello Hello!

                            Well,

                            It is the end of my first two weeks on Atkins. I managed to get rid of that 1.5 lbs I gained...so I am back to down 4 lbs. I am a little frustrated that I did not lose a little more these past two weeks, but I am not planning on giving up any time soon.

                            On a positive note, I ran 1.25 miles last night and am thrilled. I decided to train for a 5k that is in October.

                            I have decided to stay in induction for another week (maybe even two). Pros and cons for this are welcome! Thanks for all of your wonderful advice!

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                            • #15
                              Re: Hello Hello!

                              Hey Julie. Extended induction is fine for a little while. You don't have all that much to lose and I would recommend you bump yourself to OWL sooner than 2 more weeks. You will probably find that when you do move up the rungs your weight loss will be kick started again. The point isn't fast loss so much as it is retraining you eating habits! That's what OWl will do for you. Keep us posted!

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