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  • My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie :)

    I would like to introduce myself to everyone as I am new here and I think this is going to be an amazing area for me to come for support, help and answers to my questions . My name is Caitlyn and I am about to turn 25 and am a new mom and wife. I have struggled all of my life with weight but it has really become an issue the past few years. I was diagnosed with PCOS which I know has s a little to do with it all, but my husband is larger as well and I know that when he and I moved in together we didn't 'encourage' each other to eat but we never discouraged it either...and now I am here...at the end of my rope!! I actually started the Atkins diet when I was about 13 or 14 and did really well, I think I lost a total of 80 or so lbs in 4 months but I was young and addicted to carbs , and as soon as I bit into that piece of white bread calling out my name I gained it all back and then some. So here I am, older, sick of carrying all of this weight around and ready to get rid of it all. I watch the Biggest Loser every year and say this time it is my turn, but now having my son, I am finally ready to make that commitment. I am so excited to have found this site for ideas on how to keep things fresh and for people that I can talk to who can relate. Thanks for listening!!
    Began 01/03/2009

    SW : 325
    CW : 305

    Goals
    #1 : 300 <--- almost there....
    #2 : 280
    #3 : 260
    #4 : 240
    #5 : 220
    #6 : 200
    #7 : 180
    #8 : 160



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    Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

    Great to meet you caitlyn. Don't forget to check all the rules for how to do Atkins and follow them to a T. There is also a forum here for PCOS people. You may find some ideas and encouragement there too.
    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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      Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

      Welcome, you've come to the right place for motivation, inspiration, and support. I suggest starting a journal (if you haven't) to track your progress and success. Good luck and I look forward to reading about you success.
      Kassoria 6/06 Me @ 155


      Short term weight loss goal below!


      TOO Much/Getting There/165


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        Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

        Welcome Caitlyn! You will do great, everyone gets to a breaking point, and when they really mean it it really happens. Keep us up on your weight loss!!!
        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: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

          I'm so glad you found us and decided to join our community...welcome home!

          Please make yourself at home and join in on the topics throughout the board. There's a lot of great tools and people to help you stay motivated and encouraged to try new things.

          Family is precious and worth the challenge of taking care of you---remember that .

          Best wishes!
          ~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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            Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

            Hey Caitlyn,

            I'm new too. I hear what you're saying about being a new mom. I low-carbed after my first baby and lost 50 lbs in a few months. You lost 80 in 4? Wow! I know you can do it this time too! How much do you want to lose? I'll be happy with 50 again after baby #2!

            Kristin

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              Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

              Welcome to , caitlyn! You're in the right place.

              To get started check this out...If you are NEW, READ THIS!

              You CAN DO THIS! Best of luck!
              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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                Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

                welcome Caitlyn - I can understand your flustration with weight -- I've been there all my life also. I've found this forum to be very helpful and the people are so friendly! if you need anything and I can help don't hesitate to ask!!
                Carole
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                • #9
                  Re: My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie

                  Welcome Catlin!
                  Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says...I'll try again tommorrow.




                  Start date: 10, Jan 2010 - 185lbs (84.4 kilos)
                  Mini goal 1: 176 lbs (80 kls) met on 31.01.2010
                  Mini goal 2: 165 lbs (75 kls)
                  Mini goal 3: 154 lbs (70 kls)
                  Mini goal 4: 143 lbs (65 kls)
                  Mini goal 5: 132 lbs (60 kls)
                  Goal weight: 125 lbs (55 kls)

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