Atkins Newbie

[msypek]

Hey everyone.


I've been lurking around here for a few weeks, and I've finally decided to take the plunge and get into Atkins. I've been on Induction now for almost a week, so I figured it would be about time to introduce myself.

My biggest motivation for doing this was watching one of my professors, whom im relatively close to, literally melt away 100lbs in a year or so.

I've always been a little bit husky, but things have gotten out of hand. It's time to make myself better.

See you on the forums!

Matt

[imagood1]

Re: Atkins Newbie

Hi and welcome to ADBB Matt.

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. Until you can get a copy of the book 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. Even through the stickies are a good start they don’t detail the entire program, so that’s why we suggest you have the book to follow.

Before you started I hope you:
*took your measurements and got on the scale so you have accurate numbers to start with - don't weigh again until the end of your 2 week induction.
*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 (Legal water is considered Filtered water, Mineral water, Spring water and Tap water).
*Take your supplements and start an exercise routine today.

The Atkins shakes and bars are not legal on induction – there are non-induction ingredients in them and they are not listed on the acceptable food list. If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list it doesn’t belong in your mouth – no exceptions!

The recipe sites are a helpful meal planning tool – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with.
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: Atkins Newbie

Welcome. I started doing Atkins when a co-worker started to disappear before my very eyes...These boards are great - enjoy!