newbie is this right for me

hmschoolmom3 · 05-08-2008, 05:14 PM

I am planning on starting this monday. I need to loose about 40-50 lbs. I am tired of being overweight. How do I start and then how to keep it going. i like to go out to eat with friends especially Mexican. Husband has been mobilized with the U.S Arny since May 2006. We do get to see Him often and He has not had to go to Iraq yet. I have 3 kids and I home school any wisdom for me while I am in this particular season of my life.

ceceee8935 · 05-12-2008, 07:54 AM

First of all read the book cover to cover. No matter which atkins you are following this is an absolute must. Then the rest will all fall into place.

Ladybugg · 05-12-2008, 07:57 AM

Hmschoolmom3

I agree with Ceceee8935, the best start is to read the book cover to cover. And remember - a little cheat will set you back days, believe me I know this.

kristinalyn2001 · 05-12-2008, 09:04 AM

You can still eat a a mexican restaurant. Order the carne asada, maybe with a fried egg, and a guacomole salad, and lots of pico!

I feel for you in your situation. My husband is currently in Iraq and has been there since last August. He will be home for good in November. I also have three kids so I know how stressful that can be.

What's funny is I am turning my kids on to some of these low carb recipes I am learning. My 2 year old and seven year old boys are addicted to oopsie rolls! Go figure!

Best of luck to you and if you ever need to talk, please send me a message!

kristinalyn2001 · 05-12-2008, 09:05 AM

Also, our stats are kinda close, how tall are you? I am 5'3

hmschoolmom3 · 05-12-2008, 09:27 AM

I did notice that. I am 5'1 1/2. I would love to get down to 125- 120 with me being so short I just wish I knew if I could do it. So tired of starting things and not following through.. Thanks to all of you for being so nice.

kristinalyn2001 · 05-13-2008, 09:25 AM

I do the same thing with getting discouraged and not following through. Maybe this time will be THE time!!!

hmschoolmom3 · 05-13-2008, 04:53 PM

I hope so I really need this. Is your husband active or reserve?

kristinalyn2001 · 05-14-2008, 09:19 AM

My husband is active duty and we did our best to get around this deployment to Iraq as long as possible but it finally caught up with us. My husband deployed during Desert Storm and knew he did not want to go back over there. The Army got DH to volunteer for this position in Iraq by offering him a great job in Florida near family when he returns. I just always hope that this was worth the risk. I would have done anything to keep this from happening but it was kind of like they told him to volunteer and get this benefit or they would send him anyway

Gotta love the Army life!

hmschoolmom3 · 05-14-2008, 01:59 PM

We are Reserve his mobilization was suppose to end 10/15/08 well on the 14 of that month they renewed it for another year. I know things could be worse. I will be praying for your DH. We often pray for the ones overseas. I have done terrible today. did not even try eating right. tomorrow another day right.

jenjenjen · 05-15-2008, 07:45 PM

Prayers to both of your families. Thank god for your husbands sacrifice and bravery.

hmschoolmom3 · 05-16-2008, 04:46 AM

Thank you.

skoolmarm729 · 05-18-2008, 05:34 AM

jenjenjen- I'm so jealous of your stats! I hope to be there soon!

hmschoolmom3- low carbing is good for everybody. It's naturally energizing and so much healthier than eating all that other crap and fake food. As far as eating Mexican (my fave as well!) there are tons of choices. The carne asada is always a safe choice. I order mine with lots of guac. I also love chile rellenos- peppers coated in fried eggs and stuffed with cheese. I also smother in guac

Gotta love that guac! Also, any taco is fine- I just eat the filling only with a fork- I really don't miss the tortillas.

Good luck!

hmschoolmom3 · 05-18-2008, 12:38 PM

Thanks I am sure I will be going this week. Love Chips and Salsa. Oh well. Will try some of what you suggested. thanks

jenjenjen · 05-18-2008, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by skoolmarm729

jenjenjen- I'm so jealous of your stats! I hope to be there soon!

hmschoolmom3- low carbing is good for everybody. It's naturally energizing and so much healthier than eating all that other crap and fake food. As far as eating Mexican (my fave as well!) there are tons of choices. The carne asada is always a safe choice. I order mine with lots of guac. I also love chile rellenos- peppers coated in fried eggs and stuffed with cheese. I also smother in guac

Gotta love that guac! Also, any taco is fine- I just eat the filling only with a fork- I really don't miss the tortillas.

Good luck!

Thank you and I am jealous that you are smoke free! Thats next on my list!

05-08-2008, 05:14 PM	#1
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	newbie is this right for me I am planning on starting this monday. I need to loose about 40-50 lbs. I am tired of being overweight. How do I start and then how to keep it going. i like to go out to eat with friends especially Mexican. Husband has been mobilized with the U.S Arny since May 2006. We do get to see Him often and He has not had to go to Iraq yet. I have 3 kids and I home school any wisdom for me while I am in this particular season of my life.

05-18-2008, 05:34 AM	#13
skoolmarm729 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NW Indiana Posts: 786 Gallery: skoolmarm729 Stats: 5ft7in~292sz26/240sz20/188 WOE: Atkins-Induction Start Date: March 1, 2008	jenjenjen- I'm so jealous of your stats! I hope to be there soon! hmschoolmom3- low carbing is good for everybody. It's naturally energizing and so much healthier than eating all that other crap and fake food. As far as eating Mexican (my fave as well!) there are tons of choices. The carne asada is always a safe choice. I order mine with lots of guac. I also love chile rellenos- peppers coated in fried eggs and stuffed with cheese. I also smother in guac Gotta love that guac! Also, any taco is fine- I just eat the filling only with a fork- I really don't miss the tortillas. Good luck! __________________ ~~~* 52 Pounds Gone Since 3/1/08 ~~~* Smoke Free Since 4/5/08 *"Walk Away the Pounds" Challenge 5/18/08~ Miles walked so far: 68.00*

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05-12-2008, 07:54 AM	#2
ceceee8935 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 423 Blog Entries: 115 Gallery: ceceee8935 Stats: 219/162.5/150 WOE: atkins extended induction Start Date: 1/8/08	First of all read the book cover to cover. No matter which atkins you are following this is an absolute must. Then the rest will all fall into place.

05-12-2008, 07:57 AM	#3
Ladybugg MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,126 Gallery: Ladybugg Stats: 215/189/140 - 5'2" 42yrs WOE: Low Carb < 20g Start Date: Again July 2008	Hmschoolmom3 I agree with Ceceee8935, the best start is to read the book cover to cover. And remember - a little cheat will set you back days, believe me I know this.

05-12-2008, 09:04 AM	#4
kristinalyn2001 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: waiting for Edward Cullen to take me away.... Posts: 594 Gallery: kristinalyn2001 Stats: 174/153/120 WOE: Atkins, Clean as Possible! Start Date: Jan- Feb 08, restart May 08	You can still eat a a mexican restaurant. Order the carne asada, maybe with a fried egg, and a guacomole salad, and lots of pico! I feel for you in your situation. My husband is currently in Iraq and has been there since last August. He will be home for good in November. I also have three kids so I know how stressful that can be. What's funny is I am turning my kids on to some of these low carb recipes I am learning. My 2 year old and seven year old boys are addicted to oopsie rolls! Go figure! Best of luck to you and if you ever need to talk, please send me a message!

05-12-2008, 09:05 AM	#5
kristinalyn2001 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: waiting for Edward Cullen to take me away.... Posts: 594 Gallery: kristinalyn2001 Stats: 174/153/120 WOE: Atkins, Clean as Possible! Start Date: Jan- Feb 08, restart May 08	Also, our stats are kinda close, how tall are you? I am 5'3

05-12-2008, 09:27 AM	#6
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	I did notice that. I am 5'1 1/2. I would love to get down to 125- 120 with me being so short I just wish I knew if I could do it. So tired of starting things and not following through.. Thanks to all of you for being so nice.

05-13-2008, 09:25 AM	#7
kristinalyn2001 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: waiting for Edward Cullen to take me away.... Posts: 594 Gallery: kristinalyn2001 Stats: 174/153/120 WOE: Atkins, Clean as Possible! Start Date: Jan- Feb 08, restart May 08	I do the same thing with getting discouraged and not following through. Maybe this time will be THE time!!!

05-13-2008, 04:53 PM	#8
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	I hope so I really need this. Is your husband active or reserve?

05-14-2008, 09:19 AM	#9
kristinalyn2001 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: waiting for Edward Cullen to take me away.... Posts: 594 Gallery: kristinalyn2001 Stats: 174/153/120 WOE: Atkins, Clean as Possible! Start Date: Jan- Feb 08, restart May 08	My husband is active duty and we did our best to get around this deployment to Iraq as long as possible but it finally caught up with us. My husband deployed during Desert Storm and knew he did not want to go back over there. The Army got DH to volunteer for this position in Iraq by offering him a great job in Florida near family when he returns. I just always hope that this was worth the risk. I would have done anything to keep this from happening but it was kind of like they told him to volunteer and get this benefit or they would send him anyway Gotta love the Army life!

05-14-2008, 01:59 PM	#10
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	We are Reserve his mobilization was suppose to end 10/15/08 well on the 14 of that month they renewed it for another year. I know things could be worse. I will be praying for your DH. We often pray for the ones overseas. I have done terrible today. did not even try eating right. tomorrow another day right.

05-15-2008, 07:45 PM	#11
jenjenjen Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 531 Gallery: jenjenjen Stats: 246/190.5/135 Highest weight 275 WOE: Atkins/Stillmans Start Date: Restart Today!	Prayers to both of your families. Thank god for your husbands sacrifice and bravery.

05-16-2008, 04:46 AM	#12
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	Thank you.

05-18-2008, 12:38 PM	#14
hmschoolmom3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: N.C Posts: 17 Gallery: hmschoolmom3 Stats: 168.8/162.3 / 130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 12, 2008	Thanks I am sure I will be going this week. Love Chips and Salsa. Oh well. Will try some of what you suggested. thanks