Over weight Canadian girl

[Lovebug3168]

Hi,

My name is Rebecca and I am overweight (ok I feel like I am suppose to be in some Anonyms group) I am 31 and live in Nova Scotia Canada. I am sick of being the one girl in my group of friends that has to shop at the plus store. I am sick of people looking at me. I know of someone who did the Atkins program and lost 60 lbs and I figured if she could do it so could I... I think... I hope. I am currently pushing the 250 marker and need to be able to feel good about myself again.

I think that I will need lots of support. I have just finished the book and I am READY to jump in with both feet!!

Thank you all in advance for this site.

[Evansmom49]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Welcome Rebecca!

This board can provide an unbelievable amount of support - it's amazing when you think how many of us are out there

Good luck on your journey. We look forward to hearing from you!

Suzanne

[NETTY12]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Good luck Rebecca and welcome - most of us have been in your shoes and know that it may be scary and unsure of what's to come.

I can assure you that you may find yourself feeling like caving in just because you may be craving something sooo bad it's unbareable but BELIEVE ME, stick to the plan and I PROMISE you it will pass and that craving that you almost die from will subside and sooner or later you are going to be wondering "wow I haven't craved that at all" On top of that you will feel ten times better for never giving into the craving. I only say from my own experience so maybe you won't have this problem at all but just incase you do approach this sort of problem, remember this and stay strong - FOOD IS NOT YOUR LIFE, ITS JUST THERE TO HELP YOU STAY ALIVE!

Good luck and hope you enjoy this crazy and bumpy ride, lol - we're here for you

[imagood1]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hi and welcome to ADBB. Check the stickies (information posts) at the top of the induction page - http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html – it’s a condensed version of everything you’ll need to know. It’s a good idea to get a copy of the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) the book we use for reference on this site.

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water each day, including:
Filtered water
Mineral water
Spring water
Tap water

*** Crystal Light, sugar free teas, sf kool-aid, sf sodas and, coffee do not count toward your daily total. PURE water is the only thing that counts. Induction is the time to end food and drink addictions – water will help do that.

The Atkins shakes and bars are not legal on induction – there are non-induction ingredients in them.

Before you start:
*take your measurements and get on the scale so you have accurate numbers to start with - don't weigh again until the end of.

*Eat a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also make sure you get your fats, carbs and protein in daily – www.fitday.com will help you keep track of this.

*Drink 64 ounces of pure water -nothing added daily (see info above regarding water).

*Take your supplements and start an exercise routine.

The recipe sites are a helpful meal planning tool – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with. Remember – if a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list it doesn’t belong in your mouth – no exceptions!

Recipe Sites
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (Induction recipes)
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/6807-induction-recipe-basics-more-recipes-added.html (Induction Recipe Basics)


If you need anything we’re here to help you!! Good luck.

[JulieB]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hi, Welcome from Winnipeg! Glad you've read the book - that will help you enormously! The first week is a bit rough, but after that this WOE just gets easier...

This board is a great place for advice, information and motivation. Have you checked out the before & after photos yet? That's inspiration!

[liv]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hi Nova Scotia
I am in Saskatchewan (where it is raining AGAIN!!!! )
Hope things go well

[cafe_et_creme]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hello Rebecca,

YOU CAN DO IT!!

If you just stick to the plan and get plenty of water in you will have success! You have read the book, so you know what to do, you cant go wrong! There is lots of support and advice on the board, so visit often

Good luck on your journey

[Lovebug3168]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Thank you so much for all your support and links I know that this board will be what I need. Now I just have to learn to like water and lay off the pop

[sham]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hi Rebecca I have lost 100lbs in ayear so you know of me aswell and if I can do it so can you.All the best.

[chinadoll]

Re: Over weight Canadian girl

Hi and welcome from South of the border! If you truly commit to doing this you will definitely succeed without hunger. I have been fat since I was eight years old so I know exactly how you are feeling. Consider this the beginning of a new way of living. Its a tougher road for teens--temptation is greater with all the junk teens tend to eat in front of you, but you can do this and you will never be sorry.