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    Hey there guys!

    Hey everyone! My name's Mandy and I was introduced to Atkins in 2005 by my father and it helped a whole lot for me.. was able to drop from 250lb to about 160lbs with plenty of exercise within a year.. Then I guess I let the negatives of life take over and let food be my friend again during harsh times.. but here I am again, stronger than ever and ready to get my healthy lifestyle back!! All of your encouragements would greatly help right now.. Been married for 7mo now and my husbands in the military, meaning all my close friends and family are so far away and well lately he's been so occupied with his schooling that it would be nice to make some new friends for support! Well Good luck to you all!! And even though I am a bit new.. I have great tips on exercise if anyone is ever interested!


    iPasion es la vida de todo!



    Starting Date:
    September 6, 2007

    September Exercise Minutes
    0/1000


    BEFORE (2005 single and in highschool )



    AFTER (2006 healthy and in college :dancing1 )

    NOW (2007 military wife and turned to food in substitute for friends and family that are far away.. but I have a wonderful husband that's helping me get back to my healthy self :icon_hug: )
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  • #2
    Re: Hey there guys!

    Welcome Mandy! You've found the right place. I can remember back in the day when I was in high school my dad doing Atkins after a stroke. The weight melted off of him. I sure wish it would do the same for me, ha!

    I see you're in FL too. How do you like it? Looks like you're near the beach, that's awesome.

    Congrats on your recent marriage!!!

    I can use all of the exercise tips you've got girl, how do I fit exercising in my life? If you read my journal chat, then you can tell how hectic my life really is.
    Have you read DANDR, the book? The book can give lots of insight and the correct order to do everything, I know you're a pro at this and all, but the book is helpful.

    Good luck Mandy, you'll do great!!!



    29/F/5'11" Goal WT: 175








    Some people are wise...and some are otherwise.

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    • #3
      Re: Hey there guys!

      Hi Mandy. Welcome. Glad you've found us and committed to getting back into the Atkins Life-style. Its so much easier to make new healthy habits when you have a team of great people to support you. Everyone here is fantastic for encouraging each other to meet their goals. There are challenges, journals, motivational stories and lots of forums that cover almost every aspect of life and health issues. Get active, make friends and enjoy yourself! Best wishes. Keep posting - we want to help you celebrate!
      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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      • #4
        Re: Hey there guys!

        Hiya Mandy and welcome! Glad to have you with us. Sounds like you're very motivated and want to get back to being healthy and trim. You did it before, you can do it again, for sure! We're here to help you if you need it!

        Tks so much for the offer of exercise tips! You're gonna get some takers for sure... expecially if you hang around in the Exercise and Exercise Challenges forums.

        Happy Atkineering!
        Before and after:






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        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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        • #5
          Re: Hey there guys!

          Welcome, MANDY! Life happens to all of us. We have to make the best of it and always move forward. You sound like you have great motivation, and I can only encourage you to take back control while you are young. This is a wonderful WOE and I wish I had found it and embraced it years ago.

          You two make a beautiful couple! I know you can be successful and we are here to help!

          Sunny!
          People who say it can't be done, should not interrupt those doing it.


          "Some men give up their designs when they have almost reached the goal; While others, on the contrary, obtain a victory by exerting, at the last moment, more vigorous efforts than ever before."
          ~~Herodotus


          Doin' the "Real Deal" Atkins 2002 since 9/15/2005
          Sunny's Secrets: My Journal



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          • #6
            Re: Hey there guys!

            Thanks everyone!! I'm excited about this.. because you know how you ALREADY know you're gunna be looking better and feeling better in just a couple weeks.. just makes me all excited! haha Wish you all a great week!

            And for my secret tip for exercising:
            ..that I learned was... make it fun! Skip the gym, skip the lonely walks.. and find something fun. Maybe rollerblading is for you.. or even Tennis, kayaking,swimming... maybe just playing hide n seek with the kids..or dancing around in undies to miss gloria estefan's "The Rhythms Gunna getcha"... haha whatever it may be, Just make sure its something you enjoy


            iPasion es la vida de todo!



            Starting Date:
            September 6, 2007

            September Exercise Minutes
            0/1000


            BEFORE (2005 single and in highschool )



            AFTER (2006 healthy and in college :dancing1 )

            NOW (2007 military wife and turned to food in substitute for friends and family that are far away.. but I have a wonderful husband that's helping me get back to my healthy self :icon_hug: )

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            • #7
              Re: Hey there guys!

              Originally posted by SpyderMandy
              or dancing around in undies to miss gloria estefan's "The Rhythms Gunna getcha"... haha whatever it may be, Just make sure its something you enjoy

              They say a good belly laugh burns a lot of calories! Just the thought of doing this gave me such a laugh, I probably burned off my breakfast, already! I can tell you're gonna be a lot of fun!

              Sunny!
              People who say it can't be done, should not interrupt those doing it.


              "Some men give up their designs when they have almost reached the goal; While others, on the contrary, obtain a victory by exerting, at the last moment, more vigorous efforts than ever before."
              ~~Herodotus


              Doin' the "Real Deal" Atkins 2002 since 9/15/2005
              Sunny's Secrets: My Journal



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              • #8
                Re: Hey there guys!

                Hiya
                Love the dancing idea, check out the other forums. Exercise and second time around has a daily check in. Always love to hear new ideas I gotta get into exercising more. Congratz on starting Atkins its a GREAT way to feel good about yourself and your health.
                Start Date 1/15/07
                174.5/164/140


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                Hello, my name is SpeedyTurtle and I'm a Sugarholic.
                "Hi Speedy"

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                • #9
                  Re: Hey there guys!

                  Welcome to ADBB Mandy, thanks for the exercising tip. I look forward to seeing you around the board.
                  Male
                  Height: 6 ft

                  SW 418
                  CW 283
                  GW 218
                  Started on May 1, 2006

                  Proud member of the Century Club






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                  • #10
                    Re: Hey there guys!

                    Hey Mandy! Welcome to the board! I'm sure it's hard with your husband gone. He's going to be very surprised by your weight loss when he returns. You've done this before, you CAN do it again!

                    You will make plenty of friends on the board. You might want to consider starting a journal for yourself at Journal Chats. A great group of people are there, including other military wives.

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                    • #11
                      Re: Hey there guys!

                      Hi Mandy! I know what its like to use food as a friend..been there done that! I too am a military wife and moved far away from family and friends. I gained 40 lbs in the first yr and then my husband returned from iraq and i got pregnant. This board is great! See you around.





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