Newbie from Canada

[liv]

Hi,
I am new and just started the diet. Love this forum and all the tips and stories. Will be reading lots.

I have gained weight steadily the last 10 years and finally decided that I would like to get by with less body mass. It is just too much to carry around. I am a big nibbler and was eating more and less constantly. Lot of it junk. I love chocolate. I decided to try Atkins as it is nice and rigid on making you cut some of the items that really had become a big issue for me. I have only been at it for a week but I am almost chocked that I could stop eating chocolate and not miss it more than I do. It is a relief too.

I did not own a scale when I started the diet but bought one two days in. Wanted to make sure I did not gain weight during the diet. (don't laugh I remember trying to diet years ago (calori reduction) when that happened).
Any ways I weighed 75 kilos (165 pounds) 130 pounds is my goal.

Liked the FitDay tips. It is really helping me to stay on the straight and narrow. My immediate goal is to make sure I get some daily exercise. It has been the only part I have "cheated" on so far.

Look forward to reading more and learnign more.

[cgdat136]

welcome aboard liv....nice to have you here

this diet is pretty good....but its not a diet, please forgive me. it's aa way of life...

catch ya soon,
chris

[sallyseachange]

Hiya Liv and a warm welcome to you. Nice to have you with us! You've come to a great place for support and inspiration. Take a tour around the board and join in any activities you fancy... they're all pretty motivating.

Kudos to you for wanting to start exercising. It's a huge help to weight loss. I used not to believe that, but had to re-think after I started!

Don't be shy of asking any questions you might have. There's always someone around to give you their thoughts and tips.

Best wishes on your journey to better health and a slim figure.

[SunnySmile501]

Welcome, Liv! You will love it here! Lots of friendly, helpful people on here. Get involved in challenges and join in on discussions. It helps keep you accountable and you will learn a lot. Many years of combined experience on this forum.

Sunny!

[liv]

Thanks for the welcomes. I looks like I will need help - I posted my question in the induction forum.

Liv
Learning about the new "way of life"

[lifetastesbetter]

Hi Liv,

I'm from Canada as well! Congrats on taking the first step to becoming a healthier, slimmer you!! I am on day 5 of my CLEAN induction and finding this WOE (way of eating) awesome. I'm so satisfied with my menu and I'm not missing my chocolate... fellow chocoholic here as well.

Good luck to ya, and I can't wait to get to know you more through our journey!!

[blue996]

Welcome to another Canadian!

[Sherri]

Welcome Liv! Glad to see you with us. Post often and let us know how you're doing.

[liv]

Canadians
I love boards and comminities so I'll probably stick around. And I think support will just come in handy.

[dreamof145]

Welcome Liv. Glad you are enjoying this way of life and finding the ADBB helpful. There are so many people here to help you stay focused and motivated. Jump in and make lots of friends - support and a good plan are two key elements in making lifestyle changes. Get active in the activities here, journals, challenges, forums and keep us posted on your progress.