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    Starting Induction Today!

    Hello All!

    Well, today is day one for me. I have peaked my highest weight EVER...I weigh more now than when I was nine months pregnant! I have been feeling sluggish and depressed about my weight for over a year now. I broke my leg a few years ago and had surgery to repair and since then, my weight has been climbing at a steady rate since then. I am a confessed carb ADDICT and I know the first few days (weeks) will be rough for me.

    My biggest concern is that I will be able to afford this diet. Is it just me or is meat expensive?

    Thankfully, the company Christmas brunch was somewhat induction friendly.


    Tags: induction, starting, today!
  • #2
    Re: Starting Induction Today!

    Hi welcome to ADBB. So what made you pick Atkins? I think it is a good choice.
    I agree that meats can be expensive. But I think the nutritional value is good compared to some of the empty calories I see many people place in their grocery carts.
    You may try buying in bulk that will keep down cost. Look and take advantage of all kinds of sales. A local store here put meat on sale in the mornings if it is about to expire and I usually get some 50% meats to put in the freezer if I can get there in time. So shop wisely and it will work!!
    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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    • #3
      Re: Starting Induction Today!

      I know how you feel!!! Good luck!!!! Yeah, meat is a little high, as are vegetables.
      SW: 307/ CW: 287.4 / GW: 180ish
      MG1: 285
      MG2: 260
      MG3: 240
      MG4: 170 by April 9th

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      • #4
        Re: Starting Induction Today!

        Hi there and welcome, I was a carb freak too, try out the awesome recipes for induction. I am LIVING off of the mock danish, and the atkins rolls. You don't feel like your dieting at all after a couple weeks! Have fun with it, and envision yourself skinny all-the-time. You will do it.
        Age: 30
        Starting Weight: 253
        Current Weight: 239
        Goal Weight: 170
        Started ReInduction on March 29th 2010
        Mini Goal #1: 235
        Mini Goal #2: 225
        Mini Goal #3: 199
        Mini Goal #4: 189
        Mini Goal #5: 170

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        • #5
          Re: Starting Induction Today!

          I have cut my food bill in half since starting Atkins. It is way cheaper to make your meals from scratch than eating out. I had no idea how much I ate out until I stopped. My friends are always amazed when we are out and I break out the steak and asparagus or salmon salad! Cheese is the only thing that I find expensive so I only do about 8 ounces a week. Keep us posted, Good Luck and Merry Christmas!
          bigROB

          Eat Atkins and look good clothed.
          Eat Atkins and exercise and look good naked!


          First Month-Down 16lbs 10/13/2008
          Second Month-Down 16lbs 11/13/2008
          Third Month-Down 15lbs 12/13/2008
          Fourth Month Down 15lbs 01/13/2009
          Fifth month down 14lbs 02/13/2009
          83 pounds lost to date 37 pounds to go!


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          • #6
            Re: Starting Induction Today!

            I did Atkins years ago and had success. I lost about 60 pounds then went on vacation and blew it. I broke my leg, had surgery, spents weeks on the couch, got depressed and I'm sure most of you know the rest of the story.

            I'm determined this time. I am having some serious headaches today but I know it will pass.


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            • #7
              Re: Starting Induction Today!

              Welcome to ADBB!

              Yep, those withdrawls will pass. Hang in there!
              ~Lisa~
              F, 37, 5' 7", Medium Frame
              I've been to the edge of 240something and I ain't going back!
              CW: 188
              GW: 165
              1st Goal: 180
              2nd Goal: 175
              3rd Goal: 170
              Final Goal: 165
              "You get what you put into it..."

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              • #8
                Re: Starting Induction Today!

                Good Luck to you!

                Are you feeling better today? Have you weighed in?

                Cheers
                From 358 to Goal or Bust!
                Good Luck Everyone!
                Male, 35, 5' 11", 50" x 30" start pant size HW: 374
                SW: 358 12-15-2008
                CW: 308 (Go Woosh Fairy!)
                Mini GW #1: 348 Met 12-22-2008 Mini GW #2: 338 Met 1-5-2009 Mini GW #3: 328 Met 1-24-2009
                Mini GW #4: 318 Met 2-17-2009 Mini GW #5: 308 MET 2-22-2009 Mini GW #6: 298 MET 3-16-2009
                Mini GW #7: 288

                SIXTY POUNDS GONE!
                Long-Term GW: 170

                "I envision myself freeing the excess weight to leave my body, and I am LETTING IN THE SLIM"

                "Why is it so bad... to be living off of my own stored body fat?" (Page 54, DANDR)
                God Bless Doctor Atkins!

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                • #9
                  Re: Starting Induction Today!

                  There are some inexpensive meats you can get. I bought a 10 lb pork shoulder for $12. I smoked it, pulled it, and used a "carolina style" bbq sauce on it. I have been eating it for days. Carolina style BBQ sauce is more hot sauce, vinegar, and butter. You can add some balsamic vinegar for a little sweetness, but it has 2 grams of carbs per tablespoon. It's really good. Chicken wings are also inexpensive. After a few days you should find your appetite really decreases anyway. Also, turkey goes on sale today. Welcome to the group and stay strong!
                  "...Health and fitness are more than just personal goals - they're gifts we give to the people around us. Being fit and feeling on top of our game will ensure that we're there for the people who rely on us. It will make us better fathers, husbands, friends, lovers... and yes, even better sons." -David Zinczenko -Mens Health Magazine
                  39M/Married with two wonderful kids
                  Mini goal #1 - 225 1/16/2010
                  Mini goal #2 - Stick with this WOE until 1/31/10
                  Mini goal #3 - 214 No longer obese
                  Mini goal #4 - Stick with this WOE until 2/28/10
                  Mini goal #5 - Stick with this WOE until 3/31/10
                  Mini goal #6 - 199
                  Mini goal #7 - Survive Easter on plan
                  Mini goal #8 - Stick with this WOE until 6/30/10

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                  • #10
                    Re: Starting Induction Today!

                    Welcome back blueeyedvirgo! If you ate out a lot before, like bigROB said, you will be spending less when you buy and prepare things at home. I usually buy family-sized packs of meat because it can be 50 cents to a dollar less per pound. Then I parse it and freeze what I'm not going to use right away. Tuna is pretty cheap.

                    Good luck to you!
                    Kristine

                    Married Female/5'6"/33 yrs old

                    SW: 249 - 2/24/08
                    RW: 227 - 12/11/08
                    CW: 193.1 - 3/3/09 (I'm in ONEderland!!! )
                    GW: 148 -



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                    • #11
                      Re: Starting Induction Today!

                      I can't believe I fell off the wagon already! I ate a cookie yesterday and a scoop of dressing! ARGH! The kiss of death! I guess I am starting all over today...withdrawals and all!


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                      • #12
                        Re: Starting Induction Today!

                        If we have an oopsie like that we do not start over - we just continue. It is a really good thing to learn that we have to continue if we fall down. Also when we eat something illegal it is a good thing to sit down and think over why it happened so that we can avoid it. We need to build up plenty of will power so a good talking to ourselves is useful
                        Anyways - great that you are back on. That is how to be.
                        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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                        • #13
                          Re: Starting Induction Today!

                          Thanks for the encouragement Liv! The past few days have been much better for me...


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