Day 4!

[Spitfire]

Hello everyone! A friend from another board gave me the link to here some time ago, but I hadn't really committed to doing Atkins. I played around with it a year or so ago and lost about 20 lbs., but I wasn't really following it.

Now I am. The 2nd day was hard with withdrawals, but that's all gone now and I'm feeling much better! We had cake at work this week---we meaning everyone but me and I wasn't even tempted. WOW.

I'm doing bad with the water, though.


Anyway, I'm in Ohio, 38 years old and I do not want to look like this when I turn 40

My goal weight is around 150 lbs. I'm 5'6" and I remember that as being the weight I was happiest at, we'll see when I get there. Only 53 lbs. to go.


Anyway, great forum. I can't believe how much information and support there is! I'm looking forward to getting to know people better & learning more

[andalien]

Welcome to the forum!

Deciding to really commit to this is a great desition, and joining this forum is the best tool you'll have for reaching your goal... you'll get mopre support than you can imagine...

You should get an account at www.fitday.com , it's free, ad you'll be able to really track the carbs in what you eat... it was a great tool for me.

Water was a problem for me too... but it's really important, because your body needs it... you need more water when doing atkins.

Also as Dr. Atkins said... excersise is not negotiable, so for getting the best results you need to, if you don't already... there're pretty good challenges to help you stay motivated

Any doubts, just ask... the people in this forum are great, and would help you.

[ValidRouge]

Hey spitfire, welcome to ADBB!! I owe my success to the people here on this board and the support they have given me. Whether that be coddling, nurturing, or simply practicing some TOUGH LOVE...

Read the stickies in all the forums. Some of my favorite forums are the Journal Chats...that's where you'll really make friends and get the more emotional support from the people here. I love the Food and Cooking Chat...if you get bored with food on Atkins, then we know you haven't visited the Food and Cooking forum LOL

The Before and After Pictures are just totally inspiring. I look at them over and over. There's a thread called the "Losers Lounge" with people who have been successful at Atkins and their stories...it's really motivational too.

[I'mCurvin]

Not even a temptation with the cake.. THAT DESERVES A BIG PAT ON THE BACK!! This is a wonderful site and I'm so glad you have joined, you will get amazing support and encouragement.. WE ALL CAN DO IT WHEN WE ARE DETERMINED ENOUGH! Look forward to seeing some progress!!

[Rick]

Way to go Spitfire!!! You don't really want that cake now, do you?

Keep reminding yourself.. nothing tastes as good as thin feels... read that on a siggie from someone here before, sorry I don't remember whose... but, it's still true.

Congrats on joining a great WOL!!!!

Rick

[phlebotomist28]

Welcome aboard, Spitfire!!! It's great to have you here!! Stick with us and you will be a loser too!! Drink that water, it can make or break this WOL. Do like I do, look at a fit guy in a mag and chug!!!!

[Scooterjam]

Excellent choice my friend. You'll find lots of support here!!

Lots of really really good people who care and want to help!! I swear, I talk with some of these folks like they lived right next door or I've known them forever. Good Luck on your weight loss and congrats on turning down the cake!!

Baby steps I guess they say....

Keep us posted!!

[Thinner08]

WELCOME TO THE BOARD SPITFIRE. GUESS WHAT, WE ARE IN THE SAME NEIGHBORHOOD! I LIVE IN MAPLE HTS. OHIO. WE ALSO HAVE ALMOST THE SAME GOAL, MINE IS 145LBS THOUGH AND I HAVE OVER A HUNDRED POUNDS TO LOOSE. JUST KEEP IN TOUCH WITH THESE FANTASTIC PEOPLE ON THE BOARD AND GATHER THE INFORMATION YOU NEED. I'LL BE LOOKING FOR YOU.

[Spitfire]

WOW, look at how nice you people are




I really didn't want the cake-really, and I love(d) cake.

I am doing much better with the water. I lost 2 lbs. yesterday and it was my first day drinking it like I should.



Thinner08---we're sort of in the same neighborhood. I'm just south of Columbus.

Thanks again for the warm welcome!

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