Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

[KimLizzie]

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself.... I'm Kim, 23, (for two more days and from Oregon.

I have been doing atkins for almost 2 weeks and am very happywith the diet and the overall results so far from induction. I have been lurking on the boards here for a few days and have been so inspired by all the wonderful sucess stories, and the hints and tips! Thank you everyone who contributes.

[*Emma*]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Hi Kim, Welcome to ADBB! ooooh another 6ft'er!! good stuff, it gets lonely in here being so tall, lol!

You've been noseying about so you know where to go, so best of luck on your journey!

[KimLizzie]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Hi Kim, Welcome to ADBB! ooooh another 6ft'er!! good stuff, it gets lonely in here being so tall, lol!

You've been noseying about so you know where to go, so best of luck on your journey!

Thanks for the welcome Emma! I'm glad to hear that you are a tall one too... I have a related question for ya... because of my height, I am having trouble figuring out what I should weigh. I weighed 202lbs in the 8th grade at a size 14, and have always been "chubby" ... do you have any recomendations for a good resource to find out what a good weight would be for my height?

[*Emma*]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

to be honest not really, most charts you find dont really think about us tall girls and if they do the amount is laughable.

I'm big boned too, you dont really look like you are! i honestly dont believe i can ever get lower than a 16 (uk) which is where i am now but ive still got some stomach to go, i set my goal weight at 195 and i'm 6ft 1 ish.
how about you set your goal as a size rather than a weight if your not sure?

[dreamof145]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Welcome Kim. Oh to be tall. I've envied tall girls all my life. But, oh well I can wear heels.

You've found the best place for support/encouragement here. Glad you're having good results and enjoying this Way of Life. It really doesn't compare to any 'diets' I've ever tried. Post often, make friends and keep us posted on your continued success so we can help you celebrate. Best wishes!!

[hrgillespie]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Welcome to the boards Kim and Congratulations on your decision to take control of your life!!!!!! You will love everyone here and find the support and knowledge here wonderful! Enjoy the trip It's a lifetime adventure!

Heidi

[sallyseachange]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Welcome Kim! Nice to have you with us.

Don't worry about missing the wine. You'll find that it gets easier after the first few days without, and remember the alcohol rung of OWL (ongoing weight loss) isn't too far off!

Happy losing!

[FunnyActressInLA]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Waving! Hello! I really like this community too even though I just came out of lurkdom, I spent the good part of the last week soaking it all up! It's a great place for support! And I too am a "tall one" 5'11" here! Happy Almost Birthday.

[sillygirl]

Re: Newbie to this community and LOVE it so far!

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself.... I'm Kim, 23, (for two more days and from Oregon.

I have been doing atkins for almost 2 weeks and am very happywith the diet and the overall results so far from induction. I have been lurking on the boards here for a few days and have been so inspired by all the wonderful sucess stories, and the hints and tips! Thank you everyone who contributes.

Hi Kim! Welcome to the board. Good for you for completing induction. Have you moved up to OWL?

Have a look around the board, there's many challenges to join both exercise and other. You will find plenty of information and a really great group of people as well.