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[soxfan]

Hi everyone, my name is Jen and I started induction on January 2nd. I lost 11 pounds on induction. i started at 193.5 pounds and am now 181.5. i have had success on the atkins before and decided to do it again, and to make a commitment to stay away from white flour and sugar (may indulge once a month when i am at goal weight, as i work out every night.) anyway, i have a 2 1/2 year old daughter and a 10 month old son. i told myself when i got pregnant that i wasn't going to really worry about my weight until i was done having children. well, i am done. i am still breastfeeding my son, but the diet hasn't affected my milk supply.

i have moved on to the first rung of the OWL- veggies. plan to stay on each rung for a week or two, depending on the scale.

i have a quick question: if i lost 11 pounds on induction, does that mean i have a low metabolic resistance???

[deb79fl]

Welcome back and congrats on your weight loss. I think you're loss is probably in the average degree. The following is from my copy of NDR.

If less than 20 pounds: high 2 average 4 low 6
20-50 pounds: high 3 average 6 low 9
over 50 pounds: high 4 average 8 low 12
This chart is for woman only, mens chart is different

I lost about 11 pounds and started at over 200 pounds. When I was younger, I lost 14 pounds, so for me age/metabolism had a small affect.

I think you've done great and look to be on track. I don't know if there is an area here where other new mom might be able to give you more feedback, since you might have different needs due to breastfeeding.

Hope this helped a little!

[dreamof145]

Hi Jen. Welcome. Glad you joined us, there's lots of motivation and support here in the ADBB. Keep posting and let us help you share in your journey!

[sallyseachange]

Hello there Jen. Good to have you with us here at ADBB. You'll find it's a cool place to come to when you need support, inspiration or terrific LC/Atkins advice.

Happy losing!

[sillygirl]

Hi Soxfan! Welcome to you. 11 pounds on induction is really great, better than most I would say. Everybody is different, but it seems this way of eating (WOE) is right for you!

[Richt]

Welcome to the board Soxfan, and good luck. With the help of ADBB you will be flying towards your goal weight!

Again, Welcome.

Rich

[Ketone]

HI Jen!!! sox fan? you a MA native?

[soxfan]

no, new hampshirite! but i lived in boston for a few years after college! i loved it!

[UrbanShaman]

11 pnds? That's thrilling. You must be so happy. And I like that you think so far to the future too. Keep the loss announcements coming folks. It really showcases how successful we can all be on Atkins as long as we are determined.

[Siccaluvn]

Your name caught my eye- my hubby proposed to me at Fenway park in 2006, we were married last year. I'm from Vermont but we go to games at least 2-3 times a year, wish we could go more!

Anyway, that said...welcome back!!
How are you doing with Atkins this time around? 11 pounds to start is great, any more loss since induction? Have you moved up another rung by now??