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    Hey ya'll,
    I am starting atkins today for the first time in 5 years. When I last followed the atkins diet, I lost 35 pounds in a month. Anyway, here I am again trying. I am hoping to stick with it this time as I am not getting any younger. I am 34 yrs old, 5'10", and weigh 280 lbs. I need to lose 80 pounds. I am excited to be on the boards meeting you folks.



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    Great to have you here.
    Sounds like you are quite a loser. But don't be disappointed if things do not happen quite as they did last time. There are so many factors at play.
    Also "veterans" often need to review the rules as some bad habits may have snuck into their Atkins eating and they don't even think about it.
    Look forward to seeing you around Captain.
    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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      First time I've been called a loser and was happy about it...
      Thanks for the encouragement. See you around


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        Hi and welcome back Captain!!!

        Here is a little information I hope will refresh your memory and help get you going again. To loose and keep the weight off follow the plan the way Dr. Atkins wrote it. The plan works if you follow it the way it is written and don’t try to do it “your way” – obviously “your way” doesn’t work or you wouldn’t be here!

        Check the STAC Second Time Around Club - Atkins Diet for additional support. We also have challenges for members to join, some are exercise related and some aren’t. Also start a journal and post your thoughts along the way.

        Check the stickies (information posts) at the top of the induction page - http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/ – it’s an easy way to answer questions you may have if you can’t find your copy of the book.


        Stay away from the shakes and bars (they are NOT legal on induction because of their ingredients and have caused stalling to many people) - eat a variety of foods off the acceptable food list, (making sure you get your fats, carbs and protein in daily), drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), take supplements and exercise.

        Check the recipe sites also - they are very helpful and will help make your meals so much more enjoyable. Make sure you are using induction recipes until you move on to OWL (ongoing weight loss)

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

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

        Carole
        _____________________
        May Water 130oz daily
        7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge



        DON'T FORGET.....DRINK YOUR WATER TODAY
        Join us for the May Water Challenge!


        PLEASE


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        • #5
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          Welcome Cap'n. You certainly live in a city that will provide challenges. The NO food is wonderful! So stick with the shrimp and not the beignets andI wish you great success. Feel free to ask questions and post daily--it helps keep you accountable.
          JILL

          HW 298
          HW (this time) 248
          GOAL ONE 228
          (take 2)
          GOAL TWO 213 (personal goal)
          GOAL THREE 199 ONE-DERLAND
          FINAL GOAL 165

          It's not about the results. Its about the process.

          "I've never come home after a workout and said, MAN, I wish I had NOT exercised today!"



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          • #6
            Re: Starting today

            Thank you, ChinaDoll. I appreciate the encouragement and look forward to this journey.


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            • #7
              Re: Starting today

              Congratulations Captain Jack! Remember, nothings a challenge if you want to do it.

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