Second time's the charm

[SMKelly]

Hi all,

I originally started this WOE in Oct '08 and lost 23 lbs on extended induction in 5 weeks. I loved how I felt.

Well, I got sick with pneumonia and then earlier this year had to deal with my Dad's end-stage Alzheimers and his recent passing last month.

Excuses, I know. I did gain all the weight back but now that my life is less stressful, I am beginning again with a second chance at my own healthy life.

Both times I started at 334. Now, after 8 days induction, I've lost 9lbs. and feel so much better. I can't wait to see where this all takes me.

Thank you all for your support!

Shelley

[imagood1]

Re: Second time's the charm

Welcome back Shelley –

Don’t compare what happened “the last time” it's best to just start with a clean slate. Follow the plan the way it is written – hopefully you have a copy of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR). Start exercising right away, drink plenty of pure water (64 ounces minimum daily – nothing added) and you’ll be on your way to loosing before you know it – don’t forget to get all your vegetables in daily!.

At the top of the induction page you’ll find a condensed version of the book - http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html. Make a copy of this list http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html - take it with you when you go to the store. If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list don’t eat it. Learn to read the label on all foods you buy - don’t just look at the “carb” number look at the ingredients list of everything and check the ingredients against your list. Just because it says "low carb" doesn't mean you can eat it. Also check for hidden sugars (learn the names used in place of the word “sugar”).

Check the STAC Second Time Around Club - Atkins Diet for additional support. Check the stickies at the top of the induction forum to refresh your memory on the plan. http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/5781-before-you-begin-atkins-nutritional-approach.html. Also look at the challenge section to see if there is anything you might be interested in.

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)
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (Induction recipes)
(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)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.

[loana]

Re: Second time's the charm

welcome back girly!

[Atkinsfann]

Re: Second time's the charm

Shelly, Sorry for your loss.
Now you have to look ahead about your Atkins future, I just started, too.
And where is this going to take you? All the way to your goal!