Some Encouragement

[Franklin Lee]

Okay, well I am three days into Atkins Induction phase - I have read the book and actually did it once before... I am hoping to find some encouragement here as I struggle through the next 14 days or so

I am 185 pounds, hoping to get to 160 or 155.

Be great if that could happen by the end of March or so... I am a male - early 40's

so hello all, and happy atkinsing!

[Alien Monkey]

Hi Franklin,

Im gonna be starting on Sunday so I will be going through induction with ya. Im 39 currently at 170 and wanting or hoping to be about 155 by mid march. Not sure if thats a realistic goal but thats what Im shooting for. Its been about 2 years since I did low carbing and its like my 3rd time around. The last time it was not so great and I was totally discouraged by not having lost any during induction so Im hoping this time will be better.

Are you exercising at all?

[Franklin Lee]

Yes, I am lifting and light cardio. How about you?

I did it about three years ago with great success... but then feel off the wagon and just gained and gained!


maybe we should check in on each other every day or every other day or so... try to boost some moral

[APanthesilia]

Welcome to you both! You will find all the encouragement you could ask for here! Good luck!

[Alien Monkey]

I am not doing any workouts yet. I did start on some pushups and ab work this week. I do plan on starting my P90 soon but I know im not going to have much energy the first few days so I think I will postpone the DVD workout till after induction.

Yeah I think it will be good to check in a couple times a week. I will definately need the motivation and the accountability. Im a female so I know it will be a little harder for me to loose the amount of lbs im hoping to loose. I think upping my workout post induction will do the trick.

Thanks for the welcome AP!!!

[Dropzofjupiter29]

Welcome and good luck to both of you! It really helps if u have someone to check in with to keep ya on track.

[Elizellen]

Welcome to both of you!!

Keeping in touch with fellow Atkineers is often the 'magic pill' that helps members become losers

[Franklin Lee]

so you think just hanging around the forum keeps one motivated? I bet in some ways it does...

[Franklin Lee]

I am gonna try and visit here each day - the before and after pics really are an encouragement ... wow! Some of you guys and girls have really done great!

[ttdriver]

Welcome to ADBB!!

My advice would be:

Follow the plan to the letter, do NOT eat "frankenfoods" (which are LC junk foods), eat lean protein, healthy fats, non-starchy veggies and keep up the exercise! Oh and lots of water, and vitamins! And then ..

Prepare to be amazed!

Betty