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    Hi. My name is Michele and I am 26. I have a great husband and 4 amazing kids. They are all about 2 years apart and I have put on quite a bit of weight. Right now I weight between 275 and 280 I think. I will weigh officially tomorrow when I get up. Thats when I am starting induction. I am not sure what my final goal weight will be. I have have a good bit of muscle I think. So I just put 140 for now. It may be more or less. My first goal is to get below 200. I haven't been there in 5 years. Last time I was below 200 was because I was doing this. I've been afraid I think to lose try to lose weight. But right now there will be no trying. Just doing. I am so ready for this.

    As far as exercise we just got a gym membership so I plan to get there 3 days a week and I have pilates and turbo jam to work on at home. I would love to be doing something every day. Just to keep active.

    I have enjoyed browsing the forums and look forward to getting to know you all.

    Michele
    Michele
    26 years old, 5 ft 3 in tall
    Start Induction 7/26/2009
    First goal- 200 lbs Final Goal- 150?

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    Re: New Here

    Dont forget to take measurements!
    And Good luck
    223/168/170
    Male
    Maintenance
    Started July of 2008.
    Hit my original goal of 200 in 2 months.
    Hit my altered goal of 180 in 4 months.
    My max weight goal is 175 and Im trying to keep between 165 to 170.

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    • #3
      Re: New Here

      Hey Michele,
      Welcome to ADBB !
      You have come to the right place for lots of advice, tips and support! You will find this way of eating, very satisfying. If you stick to the plan, drink plenty of water and with the exercise you are planning to do you will soon find the excess pounds melting away.
      I wish you luck on your weightloss journey

      female ~ 38 ~ 5.5'
      Re-started Atkins on 1 March 2010



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        Re: New Here

        Hi, welcome to the boards!
        Julie__________________F/37/5'2"__________________Start April 15, 2009


        Milestones:ozers6p4
        240 - University grad weight - Met July 29, 2009
        213 - 50% of the way to goal - Met October 21, 2009
        Onederland - Met December 23rd, 2009
        180 - High School grad weight - Met May 5, 2010
        163 - No longer obese______
        136 - No longer overweight (yes, I know this is lower than my goal weight)



        Left-Apr/09 Right-Dec/09

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        • #5
          Re: New Here

          Welcome Tristessa. You are in a good place. I look forward to hearing of your progress.
          Mick
          50, m          ale
           Easy Does IT!

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          • #6
            Re: New Here

            Hi and welcome to ADBB Michele.

            We recommend you 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.

            Post often, ask questions join some of the challenges - the more you use the forum the more you'll get out of it.

            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 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 - sounds like you are already set on this!!

            The Atkins shakes and bars (as well as other brand names of these products) 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! Look at the ingredients list and check it against the acceptable food list -- just because it says "low carb" doesn't mean you can eat it.

            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.
            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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            • #7
              Re: New Here

              Hi Michele, welcome to ADBB. Do measure because you will likely see progress there when even when the scale might not be cooperating. Drink your water, eat your veggies, and get to know Fitday.com to track your menu and exercise. Glad you found us.
              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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              • #8
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                Welcome, I hope you find the support you need here.
                Goals

                Start Weight: 257
                Current:247
                Mini Goal: 25 lbs
                2nd Mini Goal: 25 lbs
                3rd Mini Goal:25 lbs
                Goal Weight: 158 lbs

                Female from Nova Scotia Canada!!

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