◄◄◄Young Guns Low Carb Challenge►►►

[epix]

Welcome to the Young Guns low carb group!

This group was set up for the younger people doing Low Carb.

Being in school and just being at our age we have to deal with a whole different set of issues. Even if you're not following Atkins 100% feel free to join in. Many of us have tweaked our ways of eating and still have great success.

Rules are simple, just show up and give updates and support to others if you wish.

Lets start off with telling us a little about ourselves.

[epix]

My name is Pete, currently 23 right now and just finishing up with school at Western Michigan University. I started Atkins back in July 2004 after my freshman year of college and ended up losing ~200lbs over the course of 2 years. Got too comfortable after that and got way off track several times and gained nearly half of it back. After several attempts to get back on I've been much more motivated by pre-planning meals, using FitDay, and especially this website to stay on track and have been cheat free since Jan 1st. My goal this year is to get below 200lb so I have a lot of work to do.

[silentkate]

Hi Pete, thanks for starting the thread!
My name is Katie and I'm a junior at the University of Central Florida majoring in elementary education. I work in an after school program as a substitute counselor, substitute site director, and bus driver. I've been low carbing for years but at times I was pretty lose in what I called "low carb" and as a result I'm coming up on my 5th Atkinsversary and I'm still not at goal. Back in December my friend Amber, my sister Rachael (dietsprite), and me were all pretty about our holiday weight gain and Amber suggested a friendly weight loss challenge to motivate each other. 7 weeks ago we joined Weight Watchers together. We're all doing WW flex but Rachael and I are also keeping our eating low carb. I have 30 pounds to go until goal and I'm hoping to get there (or near it) by either my birthday (May 10th) or my atkinsversary (May 27th).

[haystar]

Hi guys!
I'm Hayley, I'm 20, and I go to Michigan State University where I am a sophmore (technically a junior with my number of credits) majoring in Political Science pre-law. I plan on going to law school after I graduate. Lets see...I am currently experimenting with a Low G.I. woe-- I have been working with it for about a month and a half or so, and all is well I am not trying to lose any weight, just maintain. I like to stick to my woe and work out at least 5-6 days a week.

I just like the challenges to keep me on track, and to socialize of course! Looking forward to keeping it up here with you guys!

[dietsprite]

Hey everyone!
I'm Rachael. I'm 23, and also a junior in the University of Central Florida's college of education (working to become an elementary school teacher, hopefully second grade). I started Atkins shortly after my 19th birthday. I lost 50lbs, but then made some poor eating choices and stalled or bounced back and forth within the same 10 lb range for quite some time. A year and a half ago I switched to Scarsdale Medical Diet to try to shake things up and get in the mindset to start losing again. I lost 30 lbs in a couple months' time, but wasn't able to stick to Scarsdale long term, so I ended up going off Scarsdale and just maintaining the weight loss.
After the holiday season passed, like Katie said, we decided to recommit to losing weight and joined Weight Watchers with our friend Amber. We're still trying to keep our carbs low, because lowcarb is definitely a way of living for me, but I'll admit that my carbs have gotten pretty high on some days. I'm really looking forward to being a member of this challenge, because it will help keep me accountable for my keeping my carbs low.

In January when I restarted, my weight was 179.5. It's now in the low 160's(official weigh in is tomorrow, so I'll post my new weight then, I think I may have gone up a bit this week), but I'm already so much closer to goal than I ever thought I'd be! My goals right now are:
Keep my carb's below 50
Work out at least 3 days a week for no less than 30 minutes each time
Reach 150 by summer
log everything into fitday to stay accountable

[dietsprite]

Hey everyone,
Today was our weigh in at the biggest loser competition that we're doing at work. It's an eight week challenge, and we have two weeks left after tonight. The weight at the weigh in is the weight I put in my stats. I maintained this week, but that's okay, better than a gain.
Tonight after the weigh in Kate and I stayed at the Y to work out. I did 35 minutes at a fast pace on the pre-core machine, and 10 minutes on the treadmill to cool down. It was hard, but I feel great after having worked out. I plan on trying to work out everyday if possible. If I start feeling overwhelmed, then I'll at least try to work out 3 times a week.
I hope everyone else had a great day.

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Hey everyone. doing well here. Been really good about preplanning my meals and taking lunch with me to school/work. Went out last night and probably had too big of a steak (28oz!) but skipped the taters and fries.

Take it easy everyone.

[thisisrightnow]

My name is Laura and I am 23 years old, as well. I go to school here in Fort Wayne, IN for my associate of applied science for vet tech and I graduate in December. Initially I started South Beach in May 2007, then around September/October I decided to just do low carb my way without a specific plan in mind. I have about 25 pounds to go to my mini-goal and about 50 to my long term goal, but I'll see how I feel once I hit 175. I currently exercise everyday in some shape or form whether it's doing Turbo Jam or walking/jogging.

[lisa89]

Hi Everyone i want to join in Im 19 yr old,My Nickname is T.T.(Lisa is just a computer name),Im a Mom/Wife and currently doing Home School..(in the very Near Future i want to be a special needs childcare provider)....I have done low fat before(and i did lose weight) but i was always somewhat Hungry, low energy and even w/ the weightloss very bloated. So i Start My Atkins Induction this Monday(im still not finished reading the book,but i truely feel this WOL will fit my needs very well)... i was exercising 6 days a week,I've completly got lazy these last 2weeks i Will start back exercising this coming week not 6 days though!...probally will reduce to 4-5 times weekly...i will check back in on Monday....and let you all know how induction is going

[dietsprite]

Pete- Good job on the preplanning! I know if I don't plan the night before, I tend to do poorly the next day. I really need to start bringing my lunch with me on the days that I can't get home for lunch. I usually end up grabbing something I shouldn't if I don't eat lunch at home.

Laura- Welcome! I really want to start working out everyday, with maybe one rest day. I've been kind of lazy the last couple of weeks, lol.

T.T>- Welcome! I loooove Atkins, even if I'm not following it 100% at this stage. Atkins definitely made me look at low carb as a way of living for life, not just a temporary diet. And that's great that you're reading the book, a lot of people jump in without reading anything about what Atkins really is.

I haven't exercised yet today, despite plans to do so. I may go on a bike ride tomorrow. If not, I'll try to get in 35 minutes of a cardio DVD. My eating today has been right on track though, low carbs and within my points range!
I'm glad to see more people in the challenge! I hope everyone has an awesome weekend.

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Hey every, hope you all had a great weekend.. went really well for me. Got to hangout with friends and got a haircut. Spring break is this upcoming week and nothing exciting happening, gotta work all week. My best friend is back from Iraq on Wednesday so I'm happy he'll be back.

T.T. Welcome! be sure to stop in and give us updates.

[lisa89]

Ok heres my menu so far!...i got a REALLY strong sugar craving a hour ago,so i chewed a piece of sugarfree gum for a minute then spit it out(that helped alot)...how does my menu sound Everyone(and make any helpful suggestions)....

Breakfast: 4 Turkey Bacon, 2 Eggs,cooked w/1tbsp of butter,and 1 ounce of cheese+ piece of sugarfree gum(*to kill sugar craving*)
(Total Carbs for Breakfast=4grams)

Snack: 9 Pepperonis + <1 ounce of melted cheese
(Total Carbs for Snack=1 Carb)

Lunch/ Dinner: i dont think i will have lunch....Dinner Menu will be posted later

[thisisrightnow]

You should definitely not skip meals. It's not good for your body. When you skip meals your metabolism slows down. I learned that the hard way.

[dietsprite]

TT, the menu sounds good, but I agree that you should try to eat lunch.

Pete, that's great your friend is coming back from Iraq. Will he have to return, or is he back for good?

[lisa89]

Dinner : Steak Salad (Lettuce,1/2 cup Celery,1/2Cup Broccolli,Lettuce,Parmesean Cheese,Steak was cooked in butter and vegtable oil,a sprinkle of bacon bit,1tbs of bleu cheese Dressing)..im STUFFED
(Total Carbs for Dinner=about 8 grams)*Roughly estimated*

TOTAL OF CARBS TODAY(not net)= 14 Carbs

Snack: Might have a sugarfree jello Or 6 pepperoni later (after workout if i get cravy again)

Originally Posted by lisa89

Ok heres my menu so far!...i got a REALLY strong sugar craving a hour ago,so i chewed a piece of sugarfree gum for a minute then spit it out(that helped alot)...how does my menu sound Everyone(and make any helpful suggestions)....

Breakfast: 4 Turkey Bacon, 2 Eggs,cooked w/1tbsp of butter,and 1 ounce of cheese+ piece of sugarfree gum(*to kill sugar craving*)
(Total Carbs for Breakfast=4grams)

Snack: 9 Pepperonis + <1 ounce of melted cheese
(Total Carbs for Snack=1 Carb)

Lunch/ Dinner: i dont think i will have lunch....Dinner Menu will be posted later

[dietsprite]

I haven't worked out as much as planned, but I did go to my best friend's birthday party and resisted hamburgers, hotdogs, a marble cake with fudge icing, and cheese sticks during a trip to the bowling alley, lol.
So, I've done very well with my eating, but haven't been able to work in as much exercise as planned.

[lisa89]

I usually DONT but i was satisfied off of the pepperoni,and i didn't want to eat Lunch Just Because the clock said it was lunch time...Believe me i dont let myself go hungry...but thanks for the concern Ladies ....i will keep posting my meals daily so you all can give pointers!...besides lunch does my Meals Look Fine or should i change something(*besides the gum i wont do that again*)

Originally Posted by thisisrightnow

You should definitely not skip meals. It's not good for your body. When you skip meals your metabolism slows down. I learned that the hard way.

[lisa89]

WOW!!...Thats alot of temptation resisted. i did good too, i didnt eat any lemon biscotti my mom brought Or any Hostess Chocolate Cupcake(i fed my daughter some this afternoon..I didn't lick my fingers OR ANYTHING..)QUOTE=dietsprite;10018746]I haven't worked out as much as planned, but I did go to my best friend's birthday party and resisted hamburgers, hotdogs, a marble cake with fudge icing, and cheese sticks during a trip to the bowling alley, lol.
.[/quote]I haven't worked out as much as planned, but I did go to my best friend's birthday party and resisted hamburgers, hotdogs, a marble cake with fudge icing, and cheese sticks during a trip to the bowling alley, lol.
So, I've done very well with my eating, but haven't been able to work in as much exercise as planned.

[extraordinary]

Hi guys . I'm Sheena, 23 years old and working on my second degree (my first was in biochemistry). I have been low carbing off and on for a while now but haven't had much success aside from my initial 16 pound weight loss. I recently became engaged and would love to reach my goal by late August when I begin shopping for dresses.

[lisa89]

extraordinary...and i wish u much success.

Originally Posted by extraordinary

Hi guys . I'm Sheena, 23 years old and working on my second degree (my first was in biochemistry). I have been low carbing off and on for a while now but haven't had much success aside from my initial 16 pound weight loss. I recently became engaged and would love to reach my goal by late August when I begin shopping for dresses.

[dietsprite]

Welcome Sheena!
TT- I'm glad you don't plan on skipping meals. I know sometimes when people get into ketosis it's hard to eat because your appetite is supressed. As long as you don't go more than 6 hour without eating and don't let your calories get too low you should be okay. If it's been 6 hours since your last meal and you're still not hungry, I'd try to eat a little something anyways. Your menu for yesterday looks good.

[lisa89]

I will...i'll make sure not to go more than 6 hours w/o eating

Originally Posted by dietsprite

Welcome Sheena!
TT- I'm glad you don't plan on skipping meals. I know sometimes when people get into ketosis it's hard to eat because your appetite is supressed. As long as you don't go more than 6 hour without eating and don't let your calories get too low you should be okay. If it's been 6 hours since your last meal and you're still not hungry, I'd try to eat a little something anyways. Your menu for yesterday looks good.

[Dedicated]

Hey all......I'm Cletra I graduated about 4 yrs ago...I'm supposed to be doing my masters in Urban administration but I'm soo over school. I'm done with it lol but I will finish...I'm 25 and I live in NYC...Brooklyn. I've been LCing for 4 yrs off and on lost about 80 lbs then I put on about a 100lbs so thats the story of my life I'm working hard on losing it again...but it's cool to see all the young people on a thread!

[lisa89]

ok heres my menu (im on my 2nd day of induction)

Breakfast: 3/4 cup Egg Substitute(cooked in butter) w/ < 1 ounce of cheddar + 4 Turkey Bacon

Snack: 8 Pepperoni (4 w/< 1 ounce of cheese)

Lunch: Steak Salad

Dinner: Steak OR Chicken Salad

Snack: (MAYBE)..i might have SF jello

[lisa89]

Dedicated!...and yes it is nice to have a "young people" thread.

Originally Posted by Dedicated

Hey all......I'm Cletra I graduated about 4 yrs ago...I'm supposed to be doing my masters in Urban administration but I'm soo over school. I'm done with it lol but I will finish...I'm 25 and I live in NYC...Brooklyn. I've been LCing for 4 yrs off and on lost about 80 lbs then I put on about a 100lbs so thats the story of my life I'm working hard on losing it again...but it's cool to see all the young people on a thread!