August 21 Newbie starting Induction

ctaber1200 · 08-21-2007, 09:35 PM

Well, here goes. I am doing the induction for the first time starting tomorrow (August 21, 2007). I have been exercising at Curves but with no diet. I have been thinking about Atkins for a long time and was really inspired by all the great result photos on this site.

The realization that I need to do something NOW hit me today. I had a great breakfast and lunch but splurged on a rootbeer float. About 10 mins after eating the float I swelled up in my hands, feet and bloated up

one size. I felt miserable and ended up with a headache.

I did lean for life for a while and remember feeling great. I have to do something now. I am hypothyroid and insulin resistant. Just a few points away from Type 2.

I am 5'2" 195. My highest was 220 size 20 but was a steady 145 in high school. I feel crappy all the time unless I control my sugars.

I am ready now. I am excited and I think that I will find support on this forum. Oh yeah.. and I am nervous.

Katie

silversunfire · 08-22-2007, 11:28 AM

Welcome Katie!

Did you mean you were starting the 22nd since you posted this late the 21st? Hopefully the float didn't make you loose a day!

KROERT · 08-22-2007, 11:36 AM

This is my first day on Induction. I actually did K/E Monday and Tuesday. I know you're supposed to do it for at least three days, but I couldn't take it anymore lol, I just had to have some cheese!!!

I plan on doing induction for at least two weeks. And if I stall, I will switch back to kimkins or k/e for a bit. We'll see how it goes.

ctaber1200 · 08-22-2007, 12:22 PM

Silversunfire, Yes, I meant the 22nd. It was late last night, I was emotional and I didn't realize what the date was. I was off one day. So far so good. Eggs and sausage this morning with a little bit of coffee. Shrimp, cheese, and tomatos for lunch.
KROERT, what is K/E?

KROERT · 08-22-2007, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ctaber1200

Silversunfire, Yes, I meant the 22nd. It was late last night, I was emotional and I didn't realize what the date was. I was off one day. So far so good. Eggs and sausage this morning with a little bit of coffee. Shrimp, cheese, and tomatos for lunch.
KROERT, what is K/E?

It is the Kimmer Experiment. I was going to do Kimkins and K/E totally, until I read more about it.

So I've decided to do Atkins, and then if I stall, do Kimkins or K/E for a few days, but not as my WOL.

Here are the rules for K/E:

Here's the guidelines for the Kimmer Experiment (not M/E):
As much lean protein as you desire
Length of time is 3-5 days depending on how 'carbed up' you are
Purpose is to experience 'real' ketosis (weight loss, no appetite)
Useful as a springboard for other LC programs
No alcohol, no cheese
Basic condiments and spices OK (watch catsup & A1 sauce)

ctaber1200 · 08-22-2007, 08:38 PM

Interesting. Kind of like a combination of Lean for Life. They have three protein days that are lean meat but with low fat cheese. That might be a nice mix up; you know, to keep the body guessing.

08-21-2007, 09:35 PM	#1
ctaber1200 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 3 Gallery: ctaber1200 Stats: 220/195/160 sizes 20/18 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 8/21/2007	August 21 Newbie starting Induction Well, here goes. I am doing the induction for the first time starting tomorrow (August 21, 2007). I have been exercising at Curves but with no diet. I have been thinking about Atkins for a long time and was really inspired by all the great result photos on this site. The realization that I need to do something NOW hit me today. I had a great breakfast and lunch but splurged on a rootbeer float. About 10 mins after eating the float I swelled up in my hands, feet and bloated up one size. I felt miserable and ended up with a headache. I did lean for life for a while and remember feeling great. I have to do something now. I am hypothyroid and insulin resistant. Just a few points away from Type 2. I am 5'2" 195. My highest was 220 size 20 but was a steady 145 in high school. I feel crappy all the time unless I control my sugars. I am ready now. I am excited and I think that I will find support on this forum. Oh yeah.. and I am nervous. Katie

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08-22-2007, 11:28 AM	#2
silversunfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,174 Gallery: silversunfire Stats: 210/204.8/180(at first) WOE: Higher fat,mod protein,low carbs	Welcome Katie! Did you mean you were starting the 22nd since you posted this late the 21st? Hopefully the float didn't make you loose a day!

08-22-2007, 11:36 AM	#3
KROERT Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 66 Gallery: KROERT Stats: 332.5/323/135 WOE: Atkins Induction Start Date: July 7, 2008 (My 28th birthday)	This is my first day on Induction. I actually did K/E Monday and Tuesday. I know you're supposed to do it for at least three days, but I couldn't take it anymore lol, I just had to have some cheese!!! I plan on doing induction for at least two weeks. And if I stall, I will switch back to kimkins or k/e for a bit. We'll see how it goes.

08-22-2007, 12:22 PM	#4
ctaber1200 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 3 Gallery: ctaber1200 Stats: 220/195/160 sizes 20/18 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 8/21/2007	Silversunfire, Yes, I meant the 22nd. It was late last night, I was emotional and I didn't realize what the date was. I was off one day. So far so good. Eggs and sausage this morning with a little bit of coffee. Shrimp, cheese, and tomatos for lunch. KROERT, what is K/E?

08-22-2007, 08:38 PM	#6
ctaber1200 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 3 Gallery: ctaber1200 Stats: 220/195/160 sizes 20/18 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 8/21/2007	Interesting. Kind of like a combination of Lean for Life. They have three protein days that are lean meat but with low fat cheese. That might be a nice mix up; you know, to keep the body guessing.