Hello

[keisha]

hi everyone. i will be startin the atkins diet tomorrow. i want to lose about 50 lbs. I am currently 5'4" and 178 lbs. this is bound to be a bumpy ride, but im ready for the challenge. any tips or suggestions are welcome and appreciated. good luck to you all

[imagood1]

Re: Hello

Hi Keisha -- welcome to Atkins and to . You're going to love this way of eating (WOE) -- 1st of all, get the DANDR book (if you don't already have it look on Amazon, I got mine for under $5.00 with shipping). Learn and follow the rules as they are written -- this works and it's very easy once you get through the first couple days and the cravings go away. Measure yourself either tonight or in the morning and weigh yourself so you know where you are starting.

Use this site for all your questions, worries, good and bad news days...the more you use it the more it will help you. At the top of the page under forums are many different challenges, groups and other things to help you. Go to the induction area for the best help you can get to begin with. This is one of the best things you can read to begin with http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...-approach.html.

You need to drink at least 64 ounces of water a day -- not flavored water -- plain old water is the only thing that counts. This will keep your bowels moving and help flush out all the nasties in your system. Exercise is a must also -- we have lots of challenges you can join (they are all free) either exercise challenges and non-exercise challenges. Also, start a journal and write down what is going on each day and what you eat -- it will help if you aren't losing for awhile to find out what's going on.

Good luck on your journey -- you'll do great & before long you'll be wondering what took you so long to get to Atkins! Look at the before/after section -- that will give you so much encouragement.

[Chicklady]

Re: Hello

Hi Kiesha
This doesn't need to be a bumpy ride! Just follow the book....work Atkins and it'll work for you

[blueberrylady]

Re: Hello

Welcome to the board Kiesha! You'll find lots of support and advice here so read alot of the forums because there gems of info everywhere.

BTW, we use the 2002 version of the Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution.

[milfit77]

Re: Hello

Welcome to the board!! This board is amazing for questions and support.