First timer, day one of induction! WOOT!

[LaceyLooWho]

Could this be THE last diet for me? Gosh, I really hope so. I am sure I'm not the only one who has tried them all before with limited success. Anyway, my name is Lacey and I am 30 and a stay at home mom of 2 from Oregon. I went to the doctor yesterday and was shocked to learn I let myself reach 305 pounds *ashamed sigh* Definite wake up call time for me! I had been planning on trying Atkins after my friend lost 15 pounds in her 2 week induction. No time like the present, right?

Today was my first day of induction and it went surprisingly easily. I wasn't hungry even once and clocked in at 18 carbs for the day. I did make the mistake of using balsamic vinegar on my lunch time salad though, boo. That mistake will help remind me that I must read the label on everything and not just assume it is 0 carbs.

I am thrilled I found this place and know I will need the support and experience of those of you who have been doing this a while.

[Tracie515]

The first thing is to realize this isn't a diet but a way of life. And if you want it bad enough you can do it! This site will help you tons, stay with it. It looks like your starting weight is the same as mine was and i succeeded, YOU CAN DO IT!!!

[rene4205]

Welcome, I know you will do great! I just ended my Induction and lost 3.5 lbs the first week and 2 lbs. the second. This may not seem like much if you compare to others, however, I am very proud of it! Just remember not to compare your weightloss with your friends and get discouraged if you don't have the same results. Good luck with Induction, I can't wait to see your results!

[LaceyLooWho]

Thanks for your response! I do realize its a way of life, dieting never works for me and never has. I do want it bad enough and your photos are really motivational! Thanks again

Originally Posted by Tracie515

The first thing is to realize this isn't a diet but a way of life. And if you want it bad enough you can do it! This site will help you tons, stay with it. It looks like your starting weight is the same as mine was and i succeeded, YOU CAN DO IT!!!

[LaceyLooWho]

Thank you and congrats on your initial success! I definitely wont be comparing myself to anyone, I just want to follow the plan and see what happens. So far I am really liking it and haven't felt even the faintest trace of hunger so that is great for me! In fact, today is day 3 and I feel different! I don't know if I am now in ketosis or not but I do have a very metallic taste in my mouth and my appetite is pretty low so I think that I may just be! Thanks for the support, I really appreciate it! Good luck to you as well!

Originally Posted by rene4205

Welcome, I know you will do great! I just ended my Induction and lost 3.5 lbs the first week and 2 lbs. the second. This may not seem like much if you compare to others, however, I am very proud of it! Just remember not to compare your weightloss with your friends and get discouraged if you don't have the same results. Good luck with Induction, I can't wait to see your results!

[Brandee]

Good Luck LaceyLoo! I am starting new and hoping to make this a lifestyle change. The forum looks like the most supportive group of people and I'm excited about it.

[LaceyLooWho]

Thanks! It is very supportive here, it helps keep me motivated I assume you are just starting induction? Good luck! I lost 19 pounds in my first two weeks. Its amazing and will be amazing to you too!

Originally Posted by Brandee

Good Luck LaceyLoo! I am starting new and hoping to make this a lifestyle change. The forum looks like the most supportive group of people and I'm excited about it.