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  • #1

    2nd Time Around

    Hello,

    My name is Nick. This is my second attempt at Atkins, and I have made a firm decision to make it my last. This time, I will not fall off the bandwagon! The first time I attempted to go on Atkins, I went at it with mediocre enthusiasm. I did well, don't get me wrong... but I didn't stick to it, which is the ultimate purpose, right? I started in October of 2007 weighing 238 lbs. Over the course of five months I lost roughly 45 lbs., ending at around 194 lbs. I ended in early March due to the phenomenal stress brought on by graduating college. I realize that this is no excuse and that Atkins actually helps combat stress, but like I said... I didn't have the enthusiasm or motivation to stick it out.

    Since March, I have steadily gained about 12 lbs., making me 206 lbs. My ultimate goal (aside from good health, better self-confidence, and a more positive outlook on life) is to achieve my goal weight of 169 lbs. Although it would be nice if I could achieve this by the time grad school starts, I realize that it may be unrealistic. In any case, I understand that I am on this program for life and it really doesn't matter when I lose the weight... just so long as I lose it.

    I have been on induction for four days now and I've lost a total of 4 lbs. Woo hoo! I am still motivated and this time I'm doing things right. Previously, I was addicted to Diet Rite and sugar-free Russel Stover candies. While these products might work for some people, I realize now that they only fed my sweet tooth and ultimately led to my failure. This time, I am going whole-hog and sticking only to the approved foods list. This time, I plan to succeed! Please, wish me good planning and doing!

    Thanks!
    Nick

    "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

    "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

    "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

    STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

    Start--July 8, 2008:
    Size 38 jeans (snug)
    Size Large shirts (normal)

    Goals:
    Size 32 jeans (normal)
    Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

    Progress:
    As of July 30, 2008:
    Size 36 jeans (normal)
    Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)
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  • #2
    Re: 2nd Time Around

    Hi Nick Wow! You DO sound ready! Wishing you all the best in your Atkins journey ... If you ever feel temptations creeping in, just come here and let us nag you, errrr, i mean talk you out of them





    290 lbs. on 11/02/07 Goal: 145 lbs. or size 14 whichever comes first!

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    • #3
      Re: 2nd Time Around

      Thanks! I really am motivated this time! I really want to experience living the life I have never had.

      You have lost a lot too! Congrats!!! Any tips? Oh... and your cats are adorable! I have a Maine Coon calico that looks similar.
      Nick

      "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

      "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

      "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

      STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

      Start--July 8, 2008:
      Size 38 jeans (snug)
      Size Large shirts (normal)

      Goals:
      Size 32 jeans (normal)
      Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

      Progress:
      As of July 30, 2008:
      Size 36 jeans (normal)
      Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)

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      • #4
        Re: 2nd Time Around

        My only tip is to go by the book. Variations just get you in trouble. I did Atkins before, and rarely left induction, ate very few vegetables, and when I finally did add more carbs, it was not good stuff (mai Tais, sugar free chocolate, and such ) Well, I never learned how to eat for life! I'm doing it right this time. my mother always said i had a brick skull





        290 lbs. on 11/02/07 Goal: 145 lbs. or size 14 whichever comes first!

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        • #5
          Re: 2nd Time Around

          Congratulations on being 4 pounds down!

          There was one thing in your post that sounded familiar to me. You mentioned falling off the wagon when you reached graduation, and also mentioned the start of grad school. In the past I've fallen into a trap of being so focused on a particular date or event, then when that date comes I fall off the wagon because "hey - I made it to April" or "I made it to my next doctor appt." The focus is lost. We really need to take a long view on this and it sounds like that's exactly what you're doing this time.

          I think giving up the diet rite is the way to go too - I've found giving up diet coke has really reduced the cravings for me. Sounds like you're off to a great start - stay steadfast!
          400/400/235





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          • #6
            Re: 2nd Time Around

            Welcome Nick. I agree with the other posters that you certainly sound like you have the right mentality going into this WOE this time, and applaud you for coming back with only 12 pounds re-gained.

            I have found that making time to post to one or two topics a day here really helps me stay focused and on plan. The community found on this board is like going to a Weight Watcher meeting without wasting gas -- well, that and a nice ribeye doesn't use up all your points for a day!

            Keeping in touch with others who are on the same path we are on, and having the added benefit of hearing from those who have already reached their goal this way has truly been helpful. Hope to see your name here often!
            Eric

            Age: 38
            Height: 6' 1"
            Round 1: 6/08 - 11/08 (SW 270 / LW 223)
            Round 2: July 19, 2009
             SW 254.5 / CW 242 / GW 210

            Keep your eyes focused on the prize!

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            • #7
              Re: 2nd Time Around

              Thanks for all the kind words and motivation!
              Nick

              "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

              "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

              "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

              STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

              Start--July 8, 2008:
              Size 38 jeans (snug)
              Size Large shirts (normal)

              Goals:
              Size 32 jeans (normal)
              Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

              Progress:
              As of July 30, 2008:
              Size 36 jeans (normal)
              Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)

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              • #8
                Re: 2nd Time Around

                those russell stover's candies are the devil. I had never heard of them before, and I had been seeking sugar free candy forever!! my boyfriend and i always have movie nights and he has candy so i wanted my own.

                Well, they have a bunch of sugar alcohol which either makes people stall, or makes people a little too regular if you know what i mean. Anyway, i tried them for the first time on the fourth of july. I said they'd only be a treat every once in a while but found myself eating three in a row like popcorn

                I went to the grocery store yesterday and was picking out which kinds i want to try this time. was about to go for the toffee bites, but also saw that reeses has come out with their own sugar free peanut butter cups. i had both in my hand and was decided when something came over me, i put them both back, said i don't need them, and moved on.

                yay, go me!

                Best of luck on your journey ahead.
                27/f/5'4"--sw:191/rsw:179/rrsw: 175/cw:175/gw:130
                • 170--
                • 165--
                • 163--
                • 160--
                • 158--
                • 155--
                • 153
                • 152
                • 149
                • 129--final goal--changed from 130 just so i can say "I weigh 120-something"
                !



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                • #9
                  Re: 2nd Time Around

                  That's awesome willpower! Hopefully I'll be that strong after I'm on for a while.
                  Nick

                  "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

                  "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

                  "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

                  STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

                  Start--July 8, 2008:
                  Size 38 jeans (snug)
                  Size Large shirts (normal)

                  Goals:
                  Size 32 jeans (normal)
                  Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

                  Progress:
                  As of July 30, 2008:
                  Size 36 jeans (normal)
                  Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)

                  Comment

                  • #10
                    Re: 2nd Time Around

                    Welcome! Ditto Chicklady's tip - go buy/by the book.
                    Glenn
                    240/231/198
                    6'1"
                    01/09/10
                    Goal 1: 229
                    Goal 2: 219
                    Goal 3: 209
                    Goal 4: 198
                    Goal 5: Maintain @195-198

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                    • #11
                      Re: 2nd Time Around

                      WELCOME! If you keep up that positive attitude, you will accomplish anything..
                      Good luck buddy

                      T~




                      RESTART JULY 16TH, 2009

                      GOALS~
                      1st goal- 220
                      2nd goal-210
                      3rd goal=wonderland
                      4th goal-190
                      BIG GOAL - 180

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                      • #12
                        Re: 2nd Time Around

                        Thanks!!! And you too! Good attitudes always win.
                        Nick

                        "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

                        "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

                        "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

                        STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

                        Start--July 8, 2008:
                        Size 38 jeans (snug)
                        Size Large shirts (normal)

                        Goals:
                        Size 32 jeans (normal)
                        Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

                        Progress:
                        As of July 30, 2008:
                        Size 36 jeans (normal)
                        Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)

                        Comment

                        • #13
                          Re: 2nd Time Around

                          the pic in your avatar looks familiar. Did I see before and afters of you on weight-loss-forums.com or some other site?
                          27/f/5'4"--sw:191/rsw:179/rrsw: 175/cw:175/gw:130
                          • 170--
                          • 165--
                          • 163--
                          • 160--
                          • 158--
                          • 155--
                          • 153
                          • 152
                          • 149
                          • 129--final goal--changed from 130 just so i can say "I weigh 120-something"
                          !



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                          • #14
                            Re: 2nd Time Around

                            Hmmm... I remember getting on this site a lonnnnnnnnnnnng time ago, but I don't remember posting pics. I do have a pretty familiar face, tho...
                            Nick

                            "Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng, but in ourselves, are triumph and defeat." -H.W. Longfellow

                            "Failing to plan is planning to fail." -Alan Lakein

                            "Slow and steady wins the race." -Turtle

                            STATS: Male, 22, 6'0''

                            Start--July 8, 2008:
                            Size 38 jeans (snug)
                            Size Large shirts (normal)

                            Goals:
                            Size 32 jeans (normal)
                            Size Small (snug) / Medium (loose) shirts

                            Progress:
                            As of July 30, 2008:
                            Size 36 jeans (normal)
                            Size Medium shirts (normal/snug)

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                            • #15
                              Re: 2nd Time Around

                              Hi Nick!
                              and welcome back to Atkins. I am a HUGE fan of Diet Rite and the sugar alcohol laden candies so I fully agree with your decision to steer clear of them. I wish you continued success...congrats on your 4 pounds so far.

                              I'm Dez follow me on twitter @mizcardio
                              Age~39 Height~ 5'6"
                              SW~ 204 / CW~ 164
                              Was a size 18 Now a Size 8 Goal!!!
                              January challenges---> Squats & Abs

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