allo allo, newbie on board =)

[whatailsus]

allo allo everyone =)

Starting January 1st, 2009, I’ve officially started on the Atkin’s road.

My entire life my weight would range from 125-135, and I was quite happy there. About 3 years ago, my father passed away and it turned my world upside down. 130 turned into 170 turned into 220, turned into 235….

I put on a hundred pounds in the span of 3 years. I didn’t even realize that was POSSIBLE, let alone that I would be the over-achiever to do it =\ I barely left my home, barely left my bed, I was just in the midst of a black hole of depression.

After 3 years, and tons of dealing with my depression, I’m FINALLY climbing out, and a big part of that is letting go of the excess weight. I just don’t feel emotionally heavy anymore, and I would love it if my outside could reflect how I feel on the inside =)

I just bought the book, but since Jan 1st, have lost 3 lbs on induction and it’s only been 4 days (yaha)… The flu-like symptoms are gone, and today is the first day that I feel like I could climb a mountain.

I’ve been reading through this site, and everyone seems so helpful & supportive! I have high hopes & an inordinate amount of determination, and I really look forward to going through this with all of you!

Thanks for reading!!

PS. another huge factor, i'm getting married this year, and it would be really really nice to feel & look back to normal!!

[liv]

Re: allo allo, newbie on board =)

Welcome to the ADBB. 2009 looks to be the year for you!!! Congratulations.

[new_faith324]

Re: allo allo, newbie on board =)

It takes courage to look in the mirror and realize that we have lost control...not in the sense of how many sandwiches or sodas, but control of our own lives. I can share the awe of one day stepping on the scale and realizing that you are on the "200" side. Depressive and lethargic feelings have kept me on the 200 side for far too long. I too am embarking again on this journey and I see that this site really gives the support we need.

I recently got engaged and will be getting married this year as well! Let's make this year count...

Many Blessings and Good Luck

[whatailsus]

Re: allo allo, newbie on board =)

Congrats on the engagement! It's a fabulous motivator, must.. fit.. into...wedding dress & not look like a marshmallow puff =D

When i finally weighed myself to survey the damage, i was in SHOCK that it was over 200.. I had been in denial and non caring for so long, i was just delusional methinks =)

I'm just glad to finally be doing something about it...

[new_faith324]

Re: allo allo, newbie on board =)

hahaha..yes..i do not want to look like an overstuffed marshmallow! i'm glad that getting married has finally opened my eyes on the changes i need to make. it's not fair for my fiance for me to feel conscious around him if we are going to spend our lives together...

are you also incorporating physical activities? i'm going running tomorrow morning, albeit in a very cold nyc park...but nonetheless running!!!

[whatailsus]

Re: allo allo, newbie on board =)

Since January 1st, i've gone to the gym every day for 45-1Hr of cardio, usually elliptical. On Saturdays i do a 7AM run/walk of at least 3 miles with a friend to train for a half marathon...

I actually ran the LA marathon in 2007, it was the best experience. Best therapy ever...

Yeah, i also feel bad that my fiance met me at 130ish, and now has to deal with an inflated, self conscious version of me.

I vow not for long =D

Good luck on your run! I find if i can get past the 5Mile marker, i can usually get to 8 or 9 without too much difficulty =)