Adios - induction week 1
 

I did it! Completed week 1 of induction, effortlessly really! I am pleased to announce that I am down 10.5 pounds! :bravo:

Thanks to the program and all the support I receive on the boards, this week was a total success!

Have a great day everyone!

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That is SOOO awesome!Keep up the great work!! I can't wait until I'm done w/induction. I think I'm going to stay on it longer than 2 weeks though, just to keep kicking down some of the pounds.

Thanks Brenda! I too am contemplating staying on longer. I am going to see how my second week goes and then make the decision.

Good luck to you as well and keep me posted! :hug:

Congrats, Amber! That is amazing loss, good for you!!

I'm with you guys in contemplating staying on Induction longer... I may stay on until I start to feel limited with my food choices. So far, this is easy! :)

Hey I am on the same track you are...I just finished week 1 induction. I didn't lose as much as you did though. I only lost 5 lbs, but I feel great! I with you on staying on induction for as long as I can take it. I have a ways to go. Great Work!!!
Hugs

Thanks Kelli and Abluvion! I am glad to hear that you also had success! Have a great 2nd week and let's do this my friends!:carrot:

Wow! That's an amazing loss, amberbrown. I'm glad you had such great results.

Just finished my 1st week on induction too! Lost 8! Congrats to you ladies! Here's to another great week!!

Thanks ladies! Here is to week 2...onwards and downwards....on the scale that is ;)

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I'm so happy for you! It's wonderful to see your hard work and commitment paying off!

Guys I am going to start on atkins tomorrow! I hope to lose as much as well!

Congratulations!! :) That's great!
Just starting week 1! Hope I do as great as you!

I am starting tomorrow! Excited more than nervous. I have been planning for a few days! Congrats to all of you so far!

:cp: :cp: :cp: :bravo: :bravo: What a great start!!!!
Hugs and support on your weight loss journey :flow1:

Judy

Awww thanks everyone! Best of luck to all that are starting the program! Let us know how your doing! Sending you all big hugs and tons of support!

Amber this is day one for me. Are there any pointers that you can give that aided you in the tremendous success? Did you load up on water? exercise? I MUST get out of the 2's.

hi somethingnew :) I am on week 2 so not very far out from the start of Atkins..... I can share a few things I learned... you're going to feel crummy for a few days but it DOES lift after 4-5 days. THe worst cravings I had were on the 2nd day, and I have seen others talk about this too. Try to stay strong though it knowing it's better on the other side! Drink lots and lots of water (70oz min), Atkins has a strong diuretic effect and it is important to remain hydrated.

The most important thing I found - the thing that enabled me to be successful - is planning ahead. Do a good grocery shop for Induction-friendly foods. Cook a few things to have on hand so you can literally grab food when you get hungry, lest you cave to cravings. If the food is easy, you will eat it. Plan out several meals to fix for dinner and ensure you have the ingredients. This is what helped me the most... I never felt the diet was difficult because I always had food options! Good luck!!

Hi Somethingnew, congrats on starting a new life for yourself! Also, I love the baby pic in your profile, such a cutie!

The first week was not as bad as I thought, and the cravings do go away so don't panic. I found the key for me was preparation. I had to think out my meals, often the day before in order to stay on track. Water is crucial! Drink up and drink often. Plan your meals around the veggies, don't look at proteins and cheeses as the answer. Make the veggies the main course and the proteins a side dish, you will be glad you did. I have been working out 3-4 a week, which I do think helped. Also, I set mini goals for myself, which makes the larger goal more attainable.

Good luck to you my friend and I am with you all the way!

Amber

My last bits of advise is stay focused, remember why you are doing this....its for you.

What a great piece of advice!! :)

Good luck Kelli, let me know how it goes!