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    This Time It's for Real!

    Hi Everyone,

    I've done atkins a few times before, but never seriously. I have been on and off of it over the last year. I made the mistake of thinking I could have "cheat" days. I had originally lost 30 lbs, but gained back quite a bit of it over the Holidays. I'm tired of being a slave to food, and to tell the truth, I didn't even enjoy the holidays because I felt guilty for eating wrong. This time I'm starting over, and I'm determined to get it right. I have been on strict atkins since January 3rd, and have lost 12 lbs. Overall, I am 22 lbs down from my highest weight. My sister and I are doing atkins together, and I think it makes such a difference to have someone else to motivate you. I have alot to lose, but I am committed to changing my lifestyle and doing what is necessary to be and stay healthy!
    ~Sarah~





    SW: 352 CW:262 GW:150






    "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" -Jeremiah 29:10-12
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    Re: This Time It's for Real!

    I made the same mistakes as you. I did Atkins a few years back, and had lost a lot of weight. Once I got "comfortable" I started cheating more and before long I had gain back all of my weight plus several pounds. I, like you, have committed to sticking to this WOE this time. Best of luck to us both, b/c it sounds like we are pretty much in the same boat!!! I have complete faith in us!!!!
    - Randi
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    • #3
      Re: This Time It's for Real!

      It's nice to hear that someone has faith in me. Thanks!!! Good Luck to you too!
      ~Sarah~





      SW: 352 CW:262 GW:150






      "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" -Jeremiah 29:10-12

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      • #4
        Re: This Time It's for Real!

        Welcome back. Congratulations on making a committment to yourself to be serious. That attitude will get you to goal. We're all here for you, utilize the forums, join challenges, start a journal and enjoy the wonderful friendships here to keep you motivated. You can do it...
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        • #5
          Re: This Time It's for Real!

          Hello there and a warm welcome to you! Good to have you with us, Sarah.
          We all know where you're coming from when you talk about being a slave to food. It's truly depressing and also causes you to not enjoy what you eat, due to those feelings of guilt. Sooooo not worth it! But by re-committing to Atkins you've taken the first step towards breaking those chains. Good for you! And we'll help you stick to plan, here at ADBB, if you feel wobbly.

          Post lots, make friends and join some of the fun and motivating activities (challenges, journals etc.). You can do this!
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          • #6
            Re: This Time It's for Real!

            Hi Sarah! Make sure you come visit us over at the Century Club (100+) forum too. We just started a challenge that would be great if you joined us!





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            • #7
              Re: This Time It's for Real!

              Hi Sarah! Welcome to you. Yup, we've all been there before, that's why we come to the board. We're all here for the same reasons.

              You've been doing great, congrats on your success so far! Keep up the good work.

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              • #8
                Re: This Time It's for Real!

                Glad to have you with us Sarah. It looks like your mindset is right on this time. Congrats on the 12 pound loss, that is superb. I was also glad to see you in the Century Club this morning. That is a great group of people. Hope to see you in there lots, ttyl.
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                GW 218
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                • #9
                  Re: This Time It's for Real!

                  Welcome Sarah! Looks like there are alot of us in the same situation....Come back kids! I too lost a great amount of weight, but never reached goal, and after a few years, gained back just over half what I had lost! Pictures of our last vacation in November brought me to my senses, and I'm on the right track again. THis is the best place to be for support and encouragement. It looks like we're all making the right decisions now, the ultimate is to be Healthy! Congrats on your 12 pound lost so far.








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                  • #10
                    Re: This Time It's for Real!

                    welcome back! i am also coming back for it seems like the 100th time. i ended up gaining 60 pounds back and then some well a LOT of some. 12 pounds lost is GREAT! Theres a challenge over at the century club you should join. set a goal for weight loss and excersizing by march 21st. fun fun! keep up the great work
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                    • #11
                      Re: This Time It's for Real!

                      Welcome! Sounds like alot of us are in the same boat - saw the plan worked and then went off it and gain most if not all of the pounds back. Congratulations on the 12lbs loss... Your already showing results You can do this - we all can. I am fairly new to the board, but have found there is alot of great information and FANTASTIC support.

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                      • #12
                        Re: This Time It's for Real!

                        Thanks to everyone for the support!
                        ~Sarah~





                        SW: 352 CW:262 GW:150






                        "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" -Jeremiah 29:10-12

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                        • #13
                          Re: This Time It's for Real!

                          Totally understandable. You just have to have the will power to tell yourself no. Its like any other addiction.


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