Hi everyone! I started Phase 1 of SBD on Saturday and have been doing really well. I found this forum and have been lurking for a couple days and you have some great info! I weighed myself yesterday and I am already down 3 pounds. In the past I have done Atkins and WW but have never really had control of my diet and gained everything lost back. I am excited to find something I can easily do for life that doesn't feel like I am depriving myself. Anyways just wanted to say hi!

Welcome! I love South Beach- I follow it pretty closely and it's the ONLY thing that has worked for me

The best part is if I feel I'm slacking or going off- I can go back to phase 1 for a day or two and get back on track

Thanks beerab! I agree with you, I like the idea of having a starting point to go back to if I fall off the wagon. I definitely need some structure!

Nice to meet you! I'm glad you stopped lurking - I did that before and found that actually joining in is soooo motivating and the support here is amazing.

It sounds like you've got a great attitude... you really can lose weight using lots of different weight loss programs. The trick, IMO, is finding one that you can live with as a permanent WOE so that you can keep that weight off. South Beach is definitely it for me.

Thanks Karen & 1oftheLuvs! The everyone's personal stories and victories on here are very motivating!

to the beach sunnybella!

Welcome to the beach. This is a life-long plan that actually works. Glad you are doing so well. Look forward to hearing from you.

Sharon

Welcome aboard! I love SBD because you can cook a variety or foods and it's not hard when eating out. It's been almost 3 years and I still look forward to trying new things. This is a great life long way to eat!

to The Beach, Sunnybella! You are off to a great start, and we look forward to having you join us here and getting to know you.

Welcome! We're glad to have you with us!

Sunnyb, join our chat and make sure to post in the SBD bios!

Hello, it's nice to meet you!

Welcome!

Thanks everyone! Glad to be here! I posted a Beacher Bio yesterday, check it out