Newbie to the board!

[colleenieweenie]

Hi Everyone!

I'm Colleen, 34 year old SAHM to three boys

I have been on and off from Atkins for 5 years (off while preggo) I recently jumped back on the Atkins train - I am in my 4th week. I have lost 9lbs and hope to lose another 14.

Start Date - Sept 10th
Start Weight - 133
Goal Weight - 110

I'm vertically challenged (5' nada), and was super happy with my weight at 110.

I started running a few weeks ago - was fitted for good shoes that work with my gait, but have had a few issues with running as of late - My ankles and knee are really sore, so I plan on resting them and continuing on with some sort of activity that doesn't place too much stress on them.

From what I've read so far, this board is awesome, I really like the positive vibe here - I look forward to posting more in the future!

[Forever_Autumn87]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Hi there Colleen and a very warm welcome to ADBB, here you will meet lots of new friends and receive great support and information. Don't be afraid to ask anything, the people on here are all so supportive.


Best of Luck, not that you are going to need it, this WOE is fabulous.

[Alexa]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Hi Colleenieweenie,

Welcome to ADBB

Congrats on the weight loss so far and continued success for the rest.

Have you tried swimming to ease pressure on the joints?

[Promise]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Welcome to the Board! LOVE your Namie... COLLEENIEWEENIE

[dreamof145]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Hi Colleen. Welcome. Look forward to sharing your journey with you. Post often and keep us updated on your success!

Four things for success: work and pray, think and believe.
Norman Vincent Peale

[sillygirl]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Hi Colleen! I love that you're vertically challenged, I never heard that before and it sure made me laugh! Welcome to the board.

How great is it that you're already exercising? there's lots of exercise challenges you can jump into and earn yourself some cool badges for your signature. Go check 'em out!

[sallyseachange]

Re: Newbie to the board!

Hi there Colleen! I too had a giggle at the "vertically challenged". Welcome to ADBB. You'll find it a great place for support and motivation.

Kudos to you for taking up running, but if it's too hard on your knees then I agree with Alexa that swimming is easier on the joints, so a good alternative. Exercise is a sure way to shift the lbs along with doing Atkins!
Post lots and let us know how you're doing. We're with ya!