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  • #1

    Newbie from L.A.

    Hi all,

    I'm normally a really private person, but I guess that's contributed to my
    current weight problem.

    I'm 44 and have been overweight/obese half my life and I'm tired of it. I want to be and feel healthy again, and I know it will take some support from family and people I don't even know who have walked the road before me.

    My highest weight was 356 and now I'm "down" to 334. I'm Type II diabetic and have edema in my ankle which two separate family doctors assured me will return to normal when I lose weight, as will the diabetes.

    Today is the first day of this new way of life, and I'm cautiously excited. I've read through many of the posts and feel this is right for me. The weekend was one last carb blast, and I feel like crap...I know I'm carb sensitive because I'd always choose bread over sweets.

    Anyway, my mini goal is to get out of the 300s and my long-term goal is to reach 130-140. The fact that many people have accomplished this and more in about a year amazes me.

    Thanks for inviting me, Tom. I'll see the rest of you on the boards, then.

    Shelley
    sigpic

    HW: 356
    SW: 334.9
    CW: 280
    GW: 150

    Mini goals:
    1: Under 300 lbs by 10/31/09 MET!!
    2: At/under 265 by mom's 84th b-day 3/26/10
    3: At/under 225 by 11th wedding anniv. 8/14/10
    4: At/under 195 by Christmas 2010
    5: At/under 160 by mom's 85th b-day 3/26/11
    Tags: l.a., newbie
  • #2
    Re: Newbie from L.A.

    Glad to see you are here Shelley, good luck and you will be melting before you know it.
    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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    • #3
      Re: Newbie from L.A.

      Thank you, Bluebelt.

      I really appreciate your post. I thought since no one responded that I must have freaked everyone out.

      I'm glad I didn't!

      See you on the boards, then.

      Regards,
      Shelley
      sigpic

      HW: 356
      SW: 334.9
      CW: 280
      GW: 150

      Mini goals:
      1: Under 300 lbs by 10/31/09 MET!!
      2: At/under 265 by mom's 84th b-day 3/26/10
      3: At/under 225 by 11th wedding anniv. 8/14/10
      4: At/under 195 by Christmas 2010
      5: At/under 160 by mom's 85th b-day 3/26/11

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      • #4
        Re: Newbie from L.A.

        Good for you! You are so worth it!
        have your book close! Drink your water! and the very best wishes as your body makes the "switch" to a fat burning metabolism during induction!

        My family and I are would like to help with any questions or concerns you may have as you begin this wonderful journey!

        My Wife is Jackiebazz
        My Daughter is Coribazz

        Best Regards
        Male/46
        Start June 7 2008
        SW 280
        GL 200

        If you can imagine it, you can achieve it;
        If you can dream it, you can become it


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        • #5
          Re: Newbie from L.A.

          Welcome to ADBB!! You'll find a wealth of knowledge here along with great members who are extremely helpful. Great idea setting mini goals! Good luck on your journey!

          Please read this~~great info for newbies!

          Atkins Diet Bulletin Board
          http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/spotlight-introduce-yourself/60133-if-you-new-read.html
          "You always had it. You always had the power."~~ Glinda the Good Witch

          Glenda
          F/5'10/47
          261/xxx/???
          "Happiness is a habit~cultivate it." Elbert Hubbard
          "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results." Albert Einstein

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          • #6
            Re: Newbie from L.A.

            welcome - I am originally from LA too... grew up in Downey.. went to cerritos college - but i keep moving north.. portland oregon now

            things to do :

            come here often
            read everything
            ask questions

            you will find amazing support and encouragement that really helps

            YOU CAN DO IT !!



            Sugarsack
            F / 44 5'8"
            Portland, Oregon
            Started June 15, 2008
            300/275/175

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            • #7
              Re: Newbie from L.A.

              Hi Shelley,
              Hope things are still going well.
              I guess you may have hit that induction flue by now?
              Startdate: November 18, 2007. Female 5'2"

              May Challenges 2010
              Push-ups: 450/800
              Abs: 850/1900
              Squats: 650/1200
              Lunges: 500/1000
              Strength: 490/1200
              Running: 50/100 km


              2 Years on Atkins.................. President Challenge Medals earned

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              • #8
                Re: Newbie from L.A.

                Hi Liv,

                Thanks so much for checking in! Today is Day 6, and I have lost 8 lbs.

                The past two days I've been having some intestinal rumblings and slept a lot last night. Headachey, too.

                I feel sluggish and "full". Is this the Atkins flu?

                I've been following the induction to the letter.

                Thanks!
                Shelley
                sigpic

                HW: 356
                SW: 334.9
                CW: 280
                GW: 150

                Mini goals:
                1: Under 300 lbs by 10/31/09 MET!!
                2: At/under 265 by mom's 84th b-day 3/26/10
                3: At/under 225 by 11th wedding anniv. 8/14/10
                4: At/under 195 by Christmas 2010
                5: At/under 160 by mom's 85th b-day 3/26/11

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                • #9
                  Re: Newbie from L.A.

                  "I feel sluggish and "full". Is this the Atkins flu?"

                  Yes, that's the flu but it will pass in a day or two. When it does, you will feel so much better that you will be amazed.

                  Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!
                  Aka Nyna
                  HW199/CW168.5/GW155

                  "Enough is as good as a feast".~Lord Byron

                  Remember, a moment on the lips, forever on the hips!

                  X16 X14 X3

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                  • #10
                    Re: Newbie from L.A.

                    8# down~~~that is fantastic!! Hope the "flu" has passed & you've been rewarded with an energy surge!! Did you take your measurements when you started? If not take them now! It is wonderful to see the inches melting off!!

                    I would encourage you to start a journal~~a great way to keep track of your progress & jot down your thoughts~~the good & the bad. It is also a great way to keep in touch with ADBB buddies!
                    Atkins Diet Bulletin Board
                    http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/journal-chats/
                    "You always had it. You always had the power."~~ Glinda the Good Witch

                    Glenda
                    F/5'10/47
                    261/xxx/???
                    "Happiness is a habit~cultivate it." Elbert Hubbard
                    "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results." Albert Einstein

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                    • #11
                      Re: Newbie from L.A.

                      Hi Shelley, What a pleasure to have somebody close by me. I'm in orange county. Welcome aboard. I look forward to chatting with you.
                      Gaby
                      Southern California
                      Height: 5'11
                      Weight: (?) I'm too scared to get on the scale


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                      • #12
                        Re: Newbie from L.A.

                        Welcome Shelley!
                        How are you feeling?
                        I've never had the Atkins Flu, but I feel your pain!
                        Great job with the 8lbs down.






                        My "Lil" Family






                        5'7'' 28 y/o
                        STARTED SEPT. 29,2008
                        STARTED AGAIN JAN. 5th Around 199.2

                        http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...d-journal.html

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                        • #13
                          Re: Newbie from L.A.

                          Congrats on the first 8 lbs down. Hope you are feeling better by now. You'll soon be amazed at the amount of energy that you have!
                          ~Kathy~

                          Started Atkins - October 1 , 2006
                          Starting Weight: 220
                          Post Induction Weight: 195
                          Current Weight: 139 - GOAL!!!
                          Restart Date: November 2, 2008
                          Restart Weight: 150
                          Goal Weight: 130






                          "Whatever the mind of man can conceive, it can achieve" - W. Clement Stone

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