Starting low carb again

[Widebirth]

Hi All,

I've been unemployed since April, and have been soothing myself with food, so now I'm paying the price. I have an appt. with the gynecologist today (first visit, new patient), and I'm dreading the weigh-in. When I was working I managed to walk 30 minutes a day on my lunch hour, and I was eating sensibly. Now my eating habits are totally out of control, so I need to get on the stick. I followed a modified Atkins/Suzanne Somers diet a couple of years ago and got fantastic results. In fact, my husband was afraid I was losing too much weight! It was great fitting into my old clothes (especially blue jeans!), and I felt great. But, as you know, you can never go back to eating like you used to, or you will have the same results. So, here I am today, starting over again. Your before and after pictures are a real inspiration! Hope to get the support I need here so that I can make the changes I need to make.

[SandyL2002]

Welcome to the group.. My biggest advice that I like to give newbies is to PLAN PLAN PLAN.. Know what or where you are eating before you go this coming week.. And when discouraged come here and read and read..and cheering others on helps to keep you in line too

[dreamof145]

Welcome. So happy you've introduced yourself and decided to join us. People here are encouraging and helpful. Getting active here in the forums, challenges, journals and meeting friends to help you stay positive about your journey will help you succeed in reaching your goal. There are lots of stories/photos to motivate you and knowledgable people to answer any questions you have.

Welcome, get involved and have fun with your new way of life!!

[sallyseachange]

Hiya Widebirth. Welcome aboard. ADBB is a good place for encouragement and friendly advice, so you've come to the right place.

Sounds like you did fantastically well before, on a modified Atkins plan, which is terrific! What are you planning this time? The same again, or by-the-book-Atkins? You never know... you might lose even faster/more by trying that.

Looking forward to reading of your successes, whatever you opt for!

[sillygirl]

Hi widebirth! Welcome to the board and to this wonderful way of eating (WOE). You can totally do this, it's easy, filling and healthy! Keep us posted!

[LizzyMc]

Welcome WideBirth, your name made me giggle ....

[MorningGlory]

Welcome WB~I think you'll see that this can be a great woe if you stick to the plan by doing induction, carrying on to OWL and then on to Maintenance. Exercise is key~~check out the exercise challenges forums...lots of motivation over there too.
There are some people on this board who now eat 80grams/carbs/day, or more, and they're still losing, and they're able to do that because they've stuck to the plan.
It's important to remember that it's not 20 grams/carbs/day forever!
Nice to meet you and we'll see you on the board!

[kisstuck]

Welcome to the board!! This is a great site for encouragment and advice!

[Scooterjam]

Another classic name, haha, hello widebirth!!

Welcome to the board!! Might I suggest the STAC (Second Time Around Club) it is a place for those of us who have slipped up, so to speak, myself included, but made it back here into the light! Check it out!

Here are some other threads and links you may find help to get the wheel in motion. The intial step of moving that wheel is all you need, these links will keep to keep building up the momentum!

Rules of induction:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6782 (What are the Rules of Induction?)

Acceptable foods:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....read.php?t=6781 (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)

Awesome Recipes:
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/index.html

Caloric Counter/Carbs/Protein/Etc/Reports:
www.fitday.com (Free on-line, this is awesome!!) or some members use this one http://www.thedailyplate.com

Anyway, congrats on going low carb, make sure you jump around the forums and make your presence known, we are very happy to have you with us!!

Best of wishes! Life is good!

[Widebirth]

Thanks everyone for the welcome and encouragement!

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