Here's To A Slimmer 2009 and Beyond!

[bsquare12]

Hi Everyone

I'm a serial dieter. I've struggled with my weight all my adult life although, I realise looking back I really never had that bad a problem when I younger - I just thought I did. Not sure if dieting when I really didn't need to got me into this spiral, or whether having my gall bladder removed at age 16 has pre-disposed me to weight gain. Anyway, whatever the reasons, I have struggled from the age of around 30+ to keep my weight under control.

At my heaviest, I was 229lbs - but managed to lose 70lbs on a meal replacement low carb diet. I kept that off for a shortish amount of time, but I regained 55lbs of it. I then re-did the diet, and managed to most of the weight again. Neither time I got anywhere near my ultimate goal of around 130-140lbs.

Last year, everything seemed under control. I was around 165lbs, but exercising 5 times a week, and despite my weight looked slim (UK size 12). Then, I lost my Mum and I stopped going to the gym. For 8 months I never exercised once. I drank loads of wine and was generally in the worst emotional state I'd ever been in. The weight just rocketed and I find myself back at 204lb. I did managed to lose some before Christmas, but it's all back.

I am scared I am going to get back to 229lb and even heavier, and I've got to take control.

I hate being fat. It totally ruins and dominates my life.

Right now, I feel a total failure that I am unable to control that one aspect of my life.

I am deperate to get myself under 160lbs.

I find it hard to diet alone, finding groups work for me - but, right now I don't want to go to one and I am determined to battle this alone - hopefully with the help/support of other people (you guys) going through this at the same time.

Thanks.

Beverley

[Debi2007]

Well, you definitely came to the right place for support!!! I am so sorry you had to experience the loss of your Mom. That must have been so difficult. It is good that you are taking control again though. It sounds like you know what to do with your past successful attempts at getting your weight under control. You will do great with the support here! This is better than any support group I have ever been to.

[mitzimarie]

Hi, Beverley

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mum... what a very difficult thing to experience.

Yes, you're right - it really does help to have a group of people to share in your weight loss journey. This is truly a great bunch of people, and we will help you as much as we can. This board is a huge place, and I would suggest that you explore it fully to find all that it has to offer. There's something for everyone! Here is a link to some information that may help those who are new to the board. http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...-new-read.html (If you are NEW, READ THIS!)

Welcome, Beverley!

[bsquare12]

Thank you for the welcomes.

Just sitting here feeling proud I've completed my first day, and got myself in the gym.

Am a little confused over net carbs... can anyone explain?

Beverley