The big engine that wants to be a smaller engine...

[FunnyActressInLA]

Allow myself to introduce...my-self...LOL!

I've been lurking for a week, reading tons of posts, checking out the great befores and afters, success stories and wonderful, WONDERFUL support! I did atkins about 5 years ago, lost 40lbs (wanted to lose 80) fell off the wagon and just NEVER got back on and gained 40 (plus another 20!) I blamed Atkins. I said "Atkins made me fat". But looking back it wasn't Atkins, it was ME that did it. I didn't just fall off and eat carby foods, I ATE like I was someone who never had a weight problem. I ate whatever I wanted and how much I wanted whenever I wanted it. It was my own fault, not this WOE. I have a family history of type II diabetes and heart disease, lost my father when he was 53 and my mom just had a stroke at 60. I have the same body type as they did, "apple" shaped, the unhealthiest kind. I have a chance to change my body, change my future health problems and I know that low carb is the way to go, specifically Atkins. As my name says I am an actress in LA, a FAT actress. Problem is I've been getting a lot of this lately, "She's not fat enough to be "obese" (however medically I am diagnosed as that, just can carry my weight well, I'm tall) but she's too fat to be "quirky". "Have her lose 60lbs or gain them!" UGH! I want to get back to a size 16. I was healthy and active at that size. I would like to join this community of such warm and supportive people. I am starting induction on Monday. Getting "prepared" these next 3 days by rereading the book, grocery shopping and getting a PLAN. Sometimes I think I'm nuts to try this right before "my" holiday season---Halloween to Superbowl" but if I don't I fear I could hit 300 by the end of the season! I'm 269 right now. So I'm ready to begin and know that with the mass amounts of inspiration and support on this board I can do it! I'm so lucky to have found this board. I believe it came just at the right time in my life! I AM ready this time!

[*Emma*]

Sounds like you know what you need to do honey!

Welcome to ADBB, best of luck on your journey!!

[poetgirl32]

Good luck to you. Got to say, been there, done that, with the loss and gain thing. I am new here too.

[LessofLisa]

welcome!...Now is a great time to start atkins...right before the Holidays..so you wont have that extra Holiday Gain!...you will do just fine..See ya around the Boards and Have Fun!

[dreamof145]

Hi Welcome. I am impressed with your post - the reading forums, re-reading the book and making a plan of action. With all the planning you are doing and the friends you'll make here to share your journey - I'm sure you'll make it through the holidays with flying colors. You will never be alone...just come here for support, get active with others and enjoy yourself. Best wishes!!

[sallyseachange]

Welcome aboard! Really pleased you joined up with us. Sounds like you know where you're going and are getting really well prepared by reading the book and shopping for the right foods. Kudos to you!

Post lots and keep us in the know as to how you're getting along!

[nomoretears]

I think we've all been there, done that, AND got the t-shirt!! Welcome ... and make sure you pop in and post in the October member section too!!

We can all do it - together.

[sillygirl]

Originally Posted by FatActressInLA

Allow myself to introduce...my-self...LOL!

I've been lurking for a week, reading tons of posts, checking out the great befores and afters, success stories and wonderful, WONDERFUL support! I did atkins about 5 years ago, lost 40lbs (wanted to lose 80) fell off the wagon and just NEVER got back on and gained 40 (plus another 20!) I blamed Atkins. I said "Atkins made me fat". But looking back it wasn't Atkins, it was ME that did it. I didn't just fall off and eat carby foods, I ATE like I was someone who never had a weight problem. I ate whatever I wanted and how much I wanted whenever I wanted it. It was my own fault, not this WOE. I have a family history of type II diabetes and heart disease, lost my father when he was 53 and my mom just had a stroke at 60. I have the same body type as they did, "apple" shaped, the unhealthiest kind. I have a chance to change my body, change my future health problems and I know that low carb is the way to go, specifically Atkins. As my name says I am an actress in LA, a FAT actress. Problem is I've been getting a lot of this lately, "She's not fat enough to be "obese" (however medically I am diagnosed as that, just can carry my weight well, I'm tall) but she's too fat to be "quirky". "Have her lose 60lbs or gain them!" UGH! I want to get back to a size 16. I was healthy and active at that size. I would like to join this community of such warm and supportive people. I am starting induction on Monday. Getting "prepared" these next 3 days by rereading the book, grocery shopping and getting a PLAN. Sometimes I think I'm nuts to try this right before "my" holiday season---Halloween to Superbowl" but if I don't I fear I could hit 300 by the end of the season! I'm 269 right now. So I'm ready to begin and know that with the mass amounts of inspiration and support on this board I can do it! I'm so lucky to have found this board. I believe it came just at the right time in my life! I AM ready this time!

Hi Fatactressinla! I'm happy you've decided to join the board. It sounds like you're ready willing and able to begin eating the Atkins way. Starting now is a very good decision. By the time the holidays roll around you will be well into this and you won't be craving carbs anymore. You still can have great holidays by altering the way you're preparing foods.

Be sure to measure yourself now so you have something to compare it to as you lose your weight. The inches come off so fast, you won't believe it. Best of luck to you.

[FunnyActressInLA]

Originally Posted by LessofLisa

welcome!...Now is a great time to start atkins...right before the Holidays..so you wont have that extra Holiday Gain!...you will do just fine..See ya around the Boards and Have Fun!

Thanks Lisa! And you're right it's better to start now so that way I will have some lb's gone and will not want to ruin the progress. And there are lots of low carb substitutes I can make for the holidays too! I remember the faux mash taters with cauliflower I always loved!

[bradybunch]

I am glad you decided to join us girl, I am going to call you SoontobeslimactressinLA if that is all right with you. I read your post and you seem to have so much determination.
You definitely picked the right time to start, no time like the present.
I feel just like you do, I found this board and these great people at the right time in my life. You are going to do great things here, I can sense it from your first post. Best wishes to you dear on a clean induction. ttyl, brady