If not now -- when??

[Onenine08]

Wow it is amazing that I would come across this site. I was browsing for something else altogether, but ended up where I needed to be.
I will turn 38 in exactly 1 month (9/11) and it is time to get it together. I own practically every Atkins publication on the market, but never put any faith into the program. I am one of those hard headed type folks. I spent close to $500 for a program that I could not follow because I didn't like having to buy anything from a weight loss center. I spent another $500 for a medically supervised program, but I didn't like getting shots and taking pills. Finally I decided to revisit all of my Atkins books and buy some keto stix (all of $10). SInce there is nothing about Atkins that I "don't like" there is no reason for me not to JUST DO IT!

[sallyseachange]

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Warm welcome aboard Onenine08!
Kudos to you for deciding to JUST DO IT. You won't regret it and this is the place for support, good Atkins advice and inspiration.

Keep us posted!!

[blueberrylady]

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Welcome to the board, Onenine!

You will find, as I did, that this is the best place to be and you can't beat the price!!! The site is so informative and supportive and the people are the best in the world. It's all right here, so join right in and start losing with us. You can do it!!!

[chinadoll]

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And don't get hung up on the ketostix. They are not always rel;iable and you will get to know when you are in ketosis by how you feel. Welcome to ADBB

[kaylasgram]

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Onenine 08 ~ Hello & Welcome To Atkins & The ADBB Forum!!!

Your starting off with an AWESOME attitude "If Not Now When" & " Just Do It" jump right on in & get both feet wet right away!!!

We have have alot going on around here 24/7 it may be sharing our stories or giving & reciving information & we have a lot of fun in the process!!!

Below I have listed a Link for you with a lot of good information that I have found very helpful & I put it together all in one place to you get started along your way on your Atkins journey!!!

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77935-some-helpful-hints-those-new-atkins-revised.html

Please feel free to join~in with us any time & post away with questions, comments, your stories or anything at all & most important keep us posted of your progress!!!

~Cindi~

[imagood1]

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welcome - if you need any help all you have to do is ask!

[Mick2360]

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One niner, Starting takes some courage but it will pay off in a big way! I'm one of the newer members here and I have found a fantastic amount of expertise and support available for the asking. Some of the in house experts have made themselves known to you above....ask and you will receive.

You are starting a tremendously exciting journey. Welcome and let us know how you are doing!

Mick

[Onenine08]

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This is so neat. Thanks for all of the kind and inspiring words. Day one is almost over -- I faired well. My issue is going to be when I get ready for bed. Thats when I crave all of the sweet stuff (I am speaking of food). Again -- Thanks for the warm welcoming.

[JulieB]

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I know this may be counter-intuitive, but drink lots of water just before you think you'll get the munchies...it can help. You may make several trips to the bathroom in the night...but you'll still be on plan!

Once you start to lose, it will be easier to stay on plan...you'll become addicted to the results instead of munchies

[Onenine08]

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I'm re-reading everyone's responses. I fell off the wagon and gained all of my weight back. I am greatful I didn't gain more than where I started. This is too simple for me to fail. I've got to make discipline my friend. Turning over a new leaf RIGHT NOW!

[barrnone]

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sounds like you have a great attitude...and you are beautiful in both pictures! Good luck.