June 2014 Challenge!!
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Good Morning. I am finishing the second week of induction. I started at 226 and am now down to 218.2. It was so nice to drop below 220 for the first time in 2 years. I am hoping that I can get get down to 210 by the end of the month. Good Luck to everyone!0
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Just checking in...bouncing between 169 and 172 and re-reading Atkins..I'm trying to keep my carbs under 50 per day and I don't feel deprived which often seems to derail me as I get closer and closer to maintenance. I have my butt back on the elliptical as walking outdoors was consistent but not as much of a "workout". My fat cells "cry" like crazy on the elliptical....(lot's of sweat!!) Best wishes for an on-plan day!!0
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Well I managed to get down to 169.4 by Saturday morning. Unfortunately we celebrated my birthday both sat. and sun. When I stepped on the scale Sunday morning I was back up to 174.8, I didn't even check Monday morning to see how much more I gained. Since I felt like crap I decided to fast on Monday to help get me back into ketosis faster. Back down to 172.4 this morning, but still feeling crappy. Dreading the retirement party and fathers day parties I have to go to this weekend. I'm beginning to feel like I'll never get out of the 170s.0
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First things first, I need to get back into ketosis ASAP!
So far so good! 2 days back on the diet and exercise = 2 of the holiday pounds gone. If only weight loss was this easy all the time!0 -
Had a night out with college friends last night and managed to come in with a 1/2 lb loss this morning - yay! Planning ahead really helps, even if you deviate a little. :-)0
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Lost 10 lbs during the first 8 days and not a pound since then. Trying not to get discouraged. Hopefully 5 more lbs at some point this month!0
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Lost 10 lbs during the first 8 days and not a pound since then. Trying not to get discouraged. Hopefully 5 more lbs at some point this month!
How long have you been on Atkins? Lots of people report a good loss in the first week then nothing for a week or two, but the weight will start to come off again if you stick with it
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I started Induction on 6/10/14. I've lost 4 lbs so far. I've always had great success doing induction in the past so I'm hoping to have the same results this time. I've never been this heavy in my entire life. No one in my personal life knows my weight (including my amazing hubby/best friend) because I'm so embarrassed by the number. If you view my profile you will learn the story behind my weight gain.
My goal this month is to not plateau/stall for more than a couple of days between now and the end of the month. I'm hoping to lose 4 more lbs by the end of the month.
My long term goal is based on the results that I had last time I did induction: 90 days/30 lbs. I want to lose 35 total so hopefully within 105 days I can get to my final goal.
I always make sure that I drink at least 100 oz of water per day in induction so that my weight does not reflect water weight loss.
Best wishes and lots of willpower/strength to all of you!!!
SW=199.4 CW=195.4 GW=165ish0 -
just checking in. I've lost 3 of the 5 I wanted to loose before vacation. I'm hoping next week its another 2lb loss to put me that much closer to a happy healthier me. Although I've struggled I've managed to push through. I have a long way to go and some days its all I can do to put one foot in front of the other. Love to all and Good luck~ 0 -
Hi Everyone,
Just found this group. I've been low carbing for 1 1/2 years now. I hover around 30 - 35 net carbs a day. I am 4' 11" so I don't weight much any more, only 4 lbs. from my goal weight. My problem is that I still have a muffin top, spare tire, love handles, call it what you will, it's still there. I have been doing exercises and lifting weights every day. I alternate between the two everyday. I guess I'll just have to be patient and keep up the exercising. Didn't come on fast, it certainly won't go fast even though I really would like that :happy:
Just wanted to say and tell you a little about myself. Glad to meet you all.0 -
What is the challenge?0
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Have still only made it to 103.5kg, have actually gone up but it is "that time" so not to worried. Will stick with it and see how I go, have a couple of week before the end of the month.0
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Good job people - keep focused!
I am down a lb so far, so just hoping not to gain and maybe lose another lb or 2.0 -
Wow, already almost halfway through June but just found this thread so jumping in.
SW: 145.8
GW: 115 (but obviously not all in June ) 0 -
Lost 10 lbs during the first 8 days and not a pound since then. Trying not to get discouraged. Hopefully 5 more lbs at some point this month!
How long have you been on Atkins? Lots of people report a good loss in the first week then nothing for a week or two, but the weight will start to come off again if you stick with it
I'm on day 17, and still stuck on 10lbs lost almost all from that first week. I'm going to stick with it---it is amazing the difference ketosis makes in terms of hunger and cravings. I plan to focus on drinking water as much as I did at first, and just got a FitBit. I'm committed to June 30th, and hoping for a 5 lb loss by then.0 -
Lost 10 lbs during the first 8 days and not a pound since then. Trying not to get discouraged. Hopefully 5 more lbs at some point this month!
How long have you been on Atkins? Lots of people report a good loss in the first week then nothing for a week or two, but the weight will start to come off again if you stick with it
I'm on day 17, and still stuck on 10lbs lost almost all from that first week. I'm going to stick with it---it is amazing the difference ketosis makes in terms of hunger and cravings. I plan to focus on drinking water as much as I did at first, and just got a FitBit. I'm committed to June 30th, and hoping for a 5 lb loss by then.
I feel your pain! I lost nothing in my second week of induction, but my weight did start to move in the right direction in week 3. I'm really pleased to see you're sticking with it. So many people have a great loss the first week then see nothing the second week and give up because they've lost no more. You will start to lose again :-). Any time I have a plateau I use that as a prompt to look at my diet more closely, make sure I am sticking to my carb allowance and not sneaking in the odd extra bit of carbs that isn't getting logged. Little things like a splash of milk in coffee do add up if you have them a few times per day.0 -
I've been back on Atkins for 1 week since my holiday, and I'm pleased to say I've lost all of the 6lbs I put on while I was away :drinker:. Only 3 more pounds until I reach my June goal of 163lbs :laugh:
I'm really pleased with myself because despite being on a low carb plan all week, I managed to do my longest swim of the year so far on Saturday - I was in the lake for 2hrs 20mins. I've always used conventional fuels for long swims (high-sugar energy drinks and carb loading) but this weekend I just had a couple of bits of cheese on the way to the bus in the morning, and didn't get the usual energy crash at 2 hours 
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I've always used conventional fuels for long swims (high-sugar energy drinks and carb loading) but this weekend I just had a couple of bits of cheese on the way to the bus in the morning, and didn't get the usual energy crash at 2 hours.
So excited to hear this as I am interested in getting back into endurance cycling. I haven't tried since I have been doing Atkins. Looking forward to long rides without the nasty gel packets!
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june has been a really good month for me, 2 weeks into a new induction run and have the weight almost back to my low point a couple of months ago, I really need to stop roller coasting right now, even though I am down a good 65 pounds from where I was 1.5 years ago, its time for me to go to a new place, even if I sit at that new place for a long while, for me that new place is under 300, I am right at 320 at the moment, I sold all my 5X clothing a while back, and most of my big 4X clothing, so I want to get it down under 300 and make that my new Ceiling I doubt I will make it to 300 in June, but I am hoping to get under 300 sometime in July and maybe get to 290 or something and then keep it there for a while, so there you have it ,
So the plan is to not slip up at all this summer, no carb up meals, no weekends off, even on trips or vacations its going to be HARDCORE!! I can do it at resturaunts and buffets, I know how, its the WILL,, its the WAR OF THE MIND, that we all have to win,,
SO LETS WIN THIS!0 -
So the plan is to not slip up at all this summer, no carb up meals, no weekends off, even on trips or vacations its going to be HARDCORE!! I can do it at resturaunts and buffets, I know how, its the WILL,, its the WAR OF THE MIND, that we all have to win,,
SO LETS WIN THIS!
Great energy! Just what we need for summer. :devil: :drinker: 0 -
I'm going to Hawaii in Nov. so I would like to lose minimum 40 pounds by Nov. 13th. I think I can, I think I can!0
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So, I just finished the 6th day of phase 1. A little late for this month's challenge, but I have already lost 4.5 lbs.
I plan to to reach 15 lbs. by end of June though!
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Checking in....
SW:214
CW:206
I'm down 8lb since starting this on 6/9. Not bad!0 -
OH YES<< I am talking about ALL Summer long, no slips, no cheats, have supreme will power!, no cheat meals, no dinners out where you say 'ah heck just one meal, NO< STAY STRONG!,, ALL SUMMER LONG!,, the rewards for making it thru 3 solid months will be so so so very worth it when you get there, just 3 short months people, we are the group here on my fitness pal that has the diet that can do it, just eat low carb where ever you are!, plan ahead if you have to, order that burger without the bun at the resturaunt, get the side salad instead of french fries with the blue cheese dressing, order that steak or chicken, go to the buffet where YOU have the choice, but make the right choice,
COME ON!!!
WHORAHH!!!0 -
6/13: 145.8
6/20: 144.0
1.8 pound loss last week. Slooow.0 -
6/3: 190.0, first date of induction
6/20: 185
GW: 145
Hopefully I can get to my goal weight by the holidays. I am very pleased with feeling satisfied and not constantly hungry. I weighed 202 in January however with zumba and calorie counting I went down to 190 and did not budge for a few months. I knew I had to do something. I really feel that Atkins is the something I was looking for. No cravings yet however a friend of mine who lost 40 lbs on Atkins said that she had a tough time with maintenance. She gained all of her weight back. I am really happy with low carb and I am really trying to condition myself that low carb for life is the way for me. wish me luck. I am so glad I found this group.
June Goal, even though we have one week left is 2 more pounds. Hopefully now that I am more established I can reach for 10lbs more pounds gone in July.
Best to you all.0 -
a friend of mine who lost 40 lbs on Atkins said that she had a tough time with maintenance. She gained all of her weight back.
I am on the verge of maintenance and very concerned about this. It must be a way of life going forward to make it work! I am off on a week long trip for work starting Sunday, so need to stay strong. Just made some fat bombs to bring with me. Coconut almond butter, with cocoa powder and more coconut oil - yum!0 -
Update:
25th day of induction and down 12 lbs total. Really want 15 total by end of June!0 -
Update:
25th day of induction and down 12 lbs total. Really want 15 total by end of June!
I was so excited by those 2 additional pounds...and then I had two margaritas last night. I'm finding not having a cocktail to be the hardest part of Atkins! Love the monthly challenge though, and with only a week left of June, I can stick to the strict rules for these last 8 days.0 -
I was on a 3 day trip earlier this week. Gained 4 lbs and now and down 2 of those. But - I am flying out today to Europe for 7 days, so really need to watch things! I will try to log on when I can, but won't be able to weigh again until next Sunday. Wish me luck...
Work trips are hard as people expect you to have an alcoholic drink and eat what is put in front of you...especially in a foreign country.0
