Looking to change for the better

[vino187]

Hello everyone my name dyvese I live in Cleveland Oh my weight is about 277lbs and I am looking to get down to 200lbs by aug of 2009 so that I can join the Army I have lost weight before but I am at the biggest I have every been in my life. So I hope that everyone can help me out on this journey that I am about to embark on.

I will post Picture once i start my program on Jan 1, 2009

[Adena]

Re: Looking to change for the better

Normally we'd say not to put a strict timeline on yourself, but sounds like you have a good reason. And, you're a guy, so it's possible. I have two pieces of advice that I think will make a big difference for you:

1) Don't wait until Jan. 1 -- start now. Knowing you're going to start Atkins on Jan. 1 probably means you'll indulge until then. Especially at this time of year. So, you could gain a good 5 pounds in the next two weeks.... OR, you could lose at least 10. You have a very important goal... isn't it worth giving up holiday sweets?

2) Follow Atkins by the book. Get the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution, and follow the plan to the letter. Also, check out the stickies in the 14-day induction forum for lots of good information.

Good luck to you!