Hello from Ireland

[Irish Gal]

:nod Hello all... just thought i'd drop in and introduce myself.

I'm 31 and from Ireland. I've been overweight all my life but last year I managed to lose 60 pounds with Weightwatchers, was getting comfortable with my new size, and made the biggest mistake in a dieter's life - I thougt I was invincible !!!!.... and so the story of the weight increase began. I decided that I had cracked the weightloss problem and began to have a takeaway here, a bar of chocolate there, and soon I was back to where I started from.

My best friend tried Atkins six weeks ago and so far has lost 20ls. So with an open mind, I decided to view this site 2 weeks ago, and immediately thought to myself - wow ! these people are amazing, their courage and determination is unbelieveable. So I would like to say a big thank you to you all, because the more I read your posts, the more I became enthusiastic and decided to tackle my weight once and for all, emotionally and physically.

Anyway, I am on day 2 of induction and feeling great. Long may it continue

[Laurenfra]

Hi and welcome. You are so right, there is a wonderful group of supportive people here. I never would have made it this long with out them.

[dreamof145]

Hi Irish Gal,

Welcome to our family. Yes, the people here are amazing. Everyone is working together to get to their individual goals. By sharing our experiences, tips and motivation...it is easier to stay on plan and have the proper attitude as we get healthy and lose excess weight.

So happy you joined us. If you haven't already read the book, please do so. It is the Dr. Akins New Diet Revoluton, edition 2002. In it you will be able to understand exactly how Dr. Atkins intended us to use the Atkins plan.

Best wishes! Keep us posted on your progress. If you need any help, just ask. Everyone is more than willing to help you here.

[Mary-chan]

Welcome to the ha ! I've only been here a month, but this board has already helped me in so many ways! It's a great way to stay positive, find advice, and reaffirm your motivation. Goodluck in your endeavors! :icondance

[jroche5998]

Welcome to the board!

The people here constantly provide me with the motivation to continue. With all the support here, there is no way we can fail.

Good luck!

[dubguy]

Howdy - I'm new too.

I started on Sunday the 17th & I'm from Dublin.
So some Irish support here for you too !