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    Here goes nothing....

    Greetings all!

    My name is Tim and I am very excited to be starting the Atkins Program and to be able to take advantage of this forum and its resources.

    I am a 28 year old guy studying opera in Southern California. Although opera singers are traditionally viewed as big people, I'd like to throw off the stereotype and get fit.

    I am currently at 387 pounds and it's really starting to affect my health. My blood pressure and cholesterol are fine but I feel so achy and tired. I feel like my body is just wearing out from all the extra weight.

    Today is my first day on Induction and so far so good. I feel like I haven't eaten that much but I'm not hungry either. It's odd. I love to eat and enjoy large meals with lots of options and I'm always anticipating the next bite, but today, not so much. I feel content about my food and I think that means I'm reconciling to the fact that change is necessary.

    I've been reading these forums since December and you guys are all so encouraging and informative. I look forward to asking questions and commiserating with Atkins newbies like myself. Here's to change!

    Tim
    Tim
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    28 male
    Restart Date: 07/23/2008
    Height: 6' 1"
    Start Weight: TBD
    MG 1: 377 ß
    MG 2: 367 ß
    MG 3: 357 ß
    MG 4: 347 ß

    Milestone: 337 ß Serious spa session or a new graphics card for my computer

    Ultimate Goal: 190lbs



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    Re: Here goes nothing....

    Welcome Tim! Pity we haven't sound - a blast of some nice music would be lovely!

    I have a friend who is a tenor, and he was very overweight but has lost a lot of weight over the last couple of years, though not on Atkins. He still looks very large because his chest is big and he is big framed anyway, but he feels a million times better and a lot fitter.

    He said that loads of people kept warning him he would lose the 'roundness' and resonacne of his voice, because that depended on having loads of fat around his larynx. It certainly scared him a bit, well, a lot actually, but dying of a heart attack scared him even more. He also found that he was more and more his ability to act was becoming just as important as his ability to sing, and being on stage was killing him physically - achy joints etc.

    Well, the weight is gone now, and his voice did not suffer at all. I just thought I'd tell you about that in case you start getting the same warnings.

    The very best on your journey!
    Kate




    F, 50, 5'5 Start: Sept 5th 2007
    Start Weight: 255
    MG1: 238 Sept 23rd
    MG2: 224 Oct 23rd
    MG3: 210 Dec 3rd
    MG4: 196 Jan 26th
    MG5: 182
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    • #3
      Re: Here goes nothing....

      Hey Tim, Welcome to the ADBB! You have definitely come to the right place. You'll find so much information and support here. Be sure to stop by the Century Club. It's for those of us with 100 or more pounds to lose. We have a daily 'roll call' thread where we check in with each other. Come join us. Good luck and Happy Losing!
      LIZ
      27/5'3''
      Highest: 365
      Restart: 352 on 10/1/07
      *Mini goal 3: 299*
      Goal: 150 (going skydiving!)

      The difference between try and triumph is just a little umph!


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      • #4
        Re: Here goes nothing....

        Thank you inhisgrip and kate58:

        It's so nice to hear encouragement. I will pop over the The Century Club soon to take a look around. I have almost two centuries to lose but the best things come to those who wait and two centuries is a long time.

        Actually, kate58, my teacher is quite worried about this diet. She holds to the old school of singing although she herself is not a lady of large stature. I believe that anything that makes me healthier will help my singing because my body is my instrument.

        I sympathize with your tenor friend. I am also a tenor and in the last opera production I was in, I actually injured my knee because the demanding fight choreography was beyond my body's current ability. I think that more than anything made me realize that something needs to give, and it shouldn't be my knee.

        Right now I feel awash with all the water I've been drinking but I'm looking forward to a new day and a new outlook.
        Tim
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        28 male
        Restart Date: 07/23/2008
        Height: 6' 1"
        Start Weight: TBD
        MG 1: 377 ß
        MG 2: 367 ß
        MG 3: 357 ß
        MG 4: 347 ß

        Milestone: 337 ß Serious spa session or a new graphics card for my computer

        Ultimate Goal: 190lbs



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        • #5
          Re: Here goes nothing....

          Welcome to the board Tim, this is a great place for information and support. Don't be scared to eat especially if you do get hungry. Good Luck you will do great.
          40 year old male 6' 3"

          What I know:
          1-Atkins WOE/WOL plan works
          2-I need to always work on the behaviors and triggers that make me over eat.
          3-Atkins WOL is part of the puzzle, but is not the entire thing.
          4-Self-deprecation only feeds our inner ego and not in a good way.






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          • #6
            Re: Here goes nothing....

            Hi and wellcome Im just back on the wagon. Lost 6 Lbs since yesterday. You gotta love it.
            Female Height 5,4ft/165cm
            SW 218Lbs/99Kg 21th Jan08 BMI 36,36
            MG 198Lbs/90Kg BMI 33,06 -Met 10th Feb.
            MG 187Lbs/85Kg BMI 31,22 Met 20th March
            MG 176Lbs/80Kg BMI 29,38 Met 16th May
            MG 165LBS/75Kg BMI 27,75 Met 24th Aug
            MG 154LBS/70Kg BMI 25,75 Met 21th Jan 09
            Lowest weight 147LBS/67Kg Met 30th May 09
            Preagnant week 34 222LBS/101Kg Feb 20th 10
            MG week 35 216LBS/98Kg
            MG week 36 211LBS/96Kg
            MG week 37 207LBS/94Kg
            MG week 38 202LBS/92Kg
            MG week 40 198LBS/90Kg
            MG May the 1st 169LBS/77Kg
            MG May the 30th 158LBS/72Kg
            MG June the 19th 150LBS/68Kg

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            • #7
              Re: Here goes nothing....

              Hi Tim, welcome. Glad you've joined us. Utilize the board...make friends and keep us posted on your progress.
              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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              • #8
                Re: Here goes nothing....

                Welcome to !!! We are glad to have you! This is the best support system that you will ever find. Everybody hear deals with the same types of problems/issues/obstacles!!! Feel free to keep us updated with your process as well as ask any questions!!!!

                Welcome again!!!
                - Randi
                Everything happens for a Reason!


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                246hw/ 219as/ 211.8cw/ 145gw


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                • #9
                  Re: Here goes nothing....

                  Welcome Tim! I commend you for wanting to "throw off the stereotype and get fit". The good thing about this eatting plan is that you can eat and don't have to starve yourself. I love that about it.
                  ~Camille

                  Started 1/5/08 Age 38 5'2" F
                  SW164/CW158/GW125

                  Clean and Sober since Oct. 15, 2006
                  Nicotine free since Nov. 13, 2007

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                  • #10
                    Re: Here goes nothing....

                    Hiya Tim. Welcome to ADBB! How lovely that you're studying opera... it must be so satisfying to have such a talent.

                    Glad you found us here... it's a great place for support and inspiration. We'll help you become one of the few skinny opera singers... and you'll be a successful one despite that, I'm positive!
                    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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                    • #11
                      Re: Here goes nothing....

                      Just wanted to welcome you to ADBB Tim, I understand exactly how you were feeling at your biggest weight, been there done that. You will soon be feeling like a new man, trust me.
                      This WOE is the only way for a guy like me. I have always had a huge appetite and this is the one diet that lets me eat in moderation. You will love this way of eating.
                      Enjoy the board and all of the great members.
                      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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                      • #12
                        Re: Here goes nothing....

                        Welcome, Tim!

                        I'm not a vocalist, but a saxophonist, and I've found my sound has gotten BETTER since I've lost weight--my lungs are stronger, my brain is not as foggy, and I have better endurance. I can't imagine the timbre of your voice changing drastically, but I think you WILL have a more powerful sound when all is said and done.

                        Of course, my professor freaked out when I told him I was getting my wisdom teeth removed...

                        Best of luck on Atkins!
                        START 8/16/06 @ 270+~MG1: 220-12/2/06~MG2: 210-1/07~MG3: 199-3/2/07~MG4: 190-4/27/07~MG5: 180-7/04/07~GOAL: 170
                        RESTART 11/2/09 @ 224.6~MG1: 215~MG2: 210~MG3: 205~MG4: 199~MG5: 195~MG6: 190~MG7: 185~GOAL: 180
                        F / 28 / 5'8" FITDAY

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