One week in

[Aaron60060]

Hello I'm Aaron, and I've been in the induction phase for one week, as of this morning. I decided to try this lifestyle because I can't fit into my size 38 jeans anymore, and after a summer of beer guzzling and carnival food, I need to lose all this fat I've built up. I've always battled with my weight...I'm 6'2" 255 lbs, and I usually swing between where I'm at and 215-225. I'm really comfortable and fit at 215 and happy with 225, but anything above those and the pants go from 36 - 38 - 40, which is where i've always drawn the line. Giving up drinks with my buddies would be the hardest part for me so far, but I'm looking forward to a Jack and Diet Coke when I'm allowed. I felt a bit tired and woosy last week, but that has mostly subsided and now I'm far more energetic. I'm going to begin exercise after the two week induction phase is over to further kickstart my metabolism.

Finding that there are alot of food options at restaurants like steak and veggies / salads that are low enough in carbs. I've been sticking to a fairly regular sausage and eggs breakfast with burgers and salad for lunch.

If anyone has any tips, I'm all ears. Thanks for listening.

-Aaron

[atkinsgal08]

Tips:

Read Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (2002)

Drink all your WATER and then some

Eat ALL your vegetables.

Repeat above.

[Mstrubl]

This link will give you many great recipies that you can enjoy! Good luck!!!

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...n-recipes.html (Never ending induction recipes)

[Georgiana]

Welcome to ADBB!

[imagood1]

Welcome to the Atkins Board.

I hope you already have the 2002 DANDR book and have read it, it is the edition we follow on this site. If not it's worth a few dollars to purchase. Drink a minimum 64 ounces of pure water daily, exercise and take a non-iron multivitamin. The new challenges are starting for the month -- check them out and join a couple that interest you.

Don't forget to eat enough vegetables (check the acceptable food list (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)(What foods can be eaten on Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html) - 2 cups from the first list and 1 cup from the 2nd list daily. Rules of Induction: (What are the Rules of Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...induction.html (What are the Rules of Induction?)

The recipe sites will help keep you from eating the same thing over and over -- check them out!

Recipe Sites

http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (induction recipes)
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html# (additional induction recipes)

If you need anything we’re here to help you!! Good luck.