Another Newbie

[pennylee]

HI. I am starting day two of my Induction. Ended Day One with a headache and a funny feeling in the tummy that I do not think was hunger, but just not a good feeling either. Many years ago I tried Atkins, but did not make it through the Induction phase. I have been exercising for some time now and no weight was coming off. However, clothes fit better and I am less creaky! I got a Wii Fit for Christmas and either do 30 minutes of that, 30 minutes on the recumbent bike, or walk for 30 minutes every day. Sometimes I even get energetic enough to do two out of three. I started gaining weight in my forties and just could not seem to lose, each year gradually adding to the number. I want to get healthy so that when my children do give me grandchildren, I can play with them! I am definitely the sugar addict, with M & Ms being my major weakness. Atkins makes all kinds of sense to me because of some personal experiences. I have a friend who has an elbow replaced because of her juvenile rhuematoid arthritis. She had a glucose tolerance test as an adult and had hives for a year from the sodium benzoate in the test. She eliminated that from her diet and has had no further problems with arthritis. She has fone completely organic as well. I have noticed a big difference in my 'creakiness' when I eat out several times a week. Now I am home and can cook my own meals. We live in the country, so the fast food, etc. is also further away. I love the link to Linda's recipes and will be trying out some of the ones with asteriks (Induction). The stories I have been reading on here are inspiring and I am starting to write my own!

[mitzimarie]

Hi, Penny

The weight sure does want to creep up on you, once you get into the 40's, doesn't it? Time to nip that in the bud! I'm glad that you've found our little community. It has been a really bg help for me.

Looking forward to watching your progress.

[pennylee]

Thanks mitzimarie! Glad to be here. I have Atkins for Life and have ordered the Diet Revolution 2002. I had and read a copy, but in one of my moves it has disappeared. I am excited about all the new (to me at least) recipes for the induction since induction is where I failed last time.

[imagood1]

Hi Penny!!!! Welcome to ADBB I'm so happy you found us. My weight crept up on me also, but I just avoided the mirror and scales until it didn't bother me, but I had to do something and Atkins made the most sense to me. I started January 5, 2009 and have been amazed at the progress I've made.

Linda site is a real godsend (try the stuffed green peppers!!) as you will find. Have a great time with your weight loss, enjoy the ride!

[blueberrylady]

Welcome to the board, Pennylee!

It sounds like you're experiencing the induction flu, but don't worry, it will pass and then you will get a rush of energy that will amaze you!

I know that 'creaky' feeling you were talking about because I used to get it too but haven't had it since I started Atkins almost a year ago. You will love the way you feel in a very short time.

Hope to see you around!

[sallyseachange]

Warm welcome aboard!
Hope you get through the induction flu very quickly. You won't regret hanging in there, cos once that's out the way you'll feel full of energy!

[Chicklady]

Hi Welcome aboard!