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    Newbie Here!

    Hi my name is "E" I am a stay home mom of 3 and a full time nursing student. I started my weight loss journey on 4/20/09; at least the atkins way. I had previously attempted just cutting calories and exercising and literally got no results over a 3 month period; so I opted to seek medical attention. Well needless to say I found out I was insulin resistant and a low carb/low gi diet is the only way I will be successful. I decided to try the Atkins diet and Ive been pleased with my results thus far. Im an avid user of sparkpeople.com and love the resources and trackers that are available on that site but for some reason Im just not a fan of their message boards. I came across this site and read through how involved and supportive everyone was on this forum and thought I would use this site as another tool. Im here hoping to hold myself accountable and get the support I need to succeed. Im sick of being fat and Im sick with everything that comes with being fat! Isn't it amazing how being obese or overweight can drudge up such a domino effect? It encompasses almost every aspect of your life; often causing serious psychological ramifications. Ramifications that carry a heavy weight on our self-worth, self-esteem, relationships, marriages, personality, and often leaves us hiding from society. Im ready to become happy, healthy, and whole again! There is no better time than now!





    "When we are motivated by goals that have deep meaning, by dreams that need completion, by pure love that needs expressing, then we truly live life."
    -Greg Anderson

    Atkins Starting Date~ 4/20/09
    5'10 /27/female
    Tags: here!, newbie
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    Re: Newbie Here!

    Isn't it amazing how being obese or overweight can drudge up such a domino effect? It encompasses almost every aspect of your life; often causing serious psychological ramifications.
    Agreed, it changes a large part of your life into something you don't want. Weird how food can do that. Welcome aboard and enjoy your stay!
    What I do:
    Elliptical gym machine 1 hr Tue-Sun
    At 320, switch to cycling on my Trek 500
    2 filtered containers water/day
    Daily salads/veggies

    Goals:
    Stop needing High Blood Pressure meds - DONE!
    Workout in a XXXL shirt     - DONE!
    Workout in a XXL shirt
    Workout in a XL shirt
    270 on the scales

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    • #3
      Re: Newbie Here!

      Welcome
      Nice to meet you. Congratulations with your success already. You will be having a month's anniversary very soon. That is great.
      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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      • #4
        Re: Newbie Here!

        Welcome to the board, E!

        I'm glad you found us and I'm sure we can help you to get to where you want to be. Just stick with the plan and it will work for you!
        Aka Nyna
        HW199/CW168.5/GW155

        "Enough is as good as a feast".~Lord Byron

        Remember, a moment on the lips, forever on the hips!

        X16 X14 X3

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        • #5
          Re: Newbie Here!

          I just wanted to thank everyone who responded to my thread. I wish everyone luck reaching their goals!





          "When we are motivated by goals that have deep meaning, by dreams that need completion, by pure love that needs expressing, then we truly live life."
          -Greg Anderson

          Atkins Starting Date~ 4/20/09
          5'10 /27/female

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            Re: Newbie Here!

            Hi E- welcome! I've failed on about a dozen other "diets" before and then finally succeeded on Atkins, then fell off the wagon (after a death in the family). Through this board, this time's different. I feel so much in control of my decisionmaking that when life deals me more curves, I'll be much better able to handle it. You're in a good spot here!
            Last edited by Slapshot; May 16, 2009, 02:16 PM. Reason: ed
            • M/37
            • Started March 17, 2009
            • Pounds lost to date: 57
            • Pounds to go: 15

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            • #7
              Re: Newbie Here!

              Welcome! So glad to have you here.

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              • #8
                Re: Newbie Here!

                Ty Slapshot! Im sorry about the loss in your family; but glad to see that you were able to jump back on the wagon 100 % committed. I was thinking today; you know how they say when you meet the right person you know, well thats how I feel about this weight loss journey. To me this doesn't feel like a diet for the first time; it feels like a permenant life change. The past month has honestly not been a struggle for me. Thats how I know this is "my time"; as corny as it sounds! Im very happy with the foods and love the way I feel!! There is no way Im jumping ship! Good luck to you!

                Grecogl-Nice meeting you as well! Best wishes for your journey!





                "When we are motivated by goals that have deep meaning, by dreams that need completion, by pure love that needs expressing, then we truly live life."
                -Greg Anderson

                Atkins Starting Date~ 4/20/09
                5'10 /27/female

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