Hello all

[NDHuntress]

Hello to everyone out there. My name is Carrie and I have been following a lo carb lifestyle for about 3 years but fell off the wagon big time. I got a wake-up call when I weighed in at 322 pounds in March of this year. So I decided to get off my but and get back on track. I started back on Atkins March 23, 2006 staying on Induction for 6 weeks before allowing myself any extras. Around mid April it became nice enough for me to get out and start walking so I started with a 1/2 mile (boy was that tough at first) and have now worked up to an average of 4 miles every day. I have succeeded in losing 30 pounds to date and would like to lose another 20 by the end of September. Ultimately I would like to have a total of 142 pounds off by Spring 2007. I recently found this board while searching for a lo-carb support group and look forward to supporting others as well as being on the receiving end. Thank you all for being you!!

[nole1984]

Hello, I like to walk also, that will definately assist with the weight loss, congrats on your loss so far!!!!

[JJ TERRY]

Hey Carrie glad you found us! Sounds like you are doing great boy 4 miles everyday you can't beat that. Keep up all the good work girl and welcome! JJ

[nikeb00]

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!! Sounds like your well on your way!!!!!!!!!! You may also want to start a journal, so not only can you track your progress but we can pop in to give you words of encouragment!!!!!! Good luck on your journey!!!!!!! Hope to see you soon!

[ginyer]

Way to go on the walk and the weight loss! How long did it take you to build up to the four miles? I just started on a one mile walking dvd and I am so out of shape...thought about doing it twice a day, but haven't gotten to that yet.

This is a great site with lots of helpful posters and information.

Enjoy,
Anita

[NDHuntress]

How long did it take you to build up to the four miles?


Enjoy,
Anita

I only managed about a 1/2 a mile a day for first week then 1 mile a day the next week. Been averaging 4 miles a day for the last 2 weeks so it did take a while to build up. I do most of my walking in the early morning (5am) or later at night (9:30pm) to take advantage of the cooler temps.

[ginyer]

Carrie,
Sounds like you built up pretty fast....that's awesome. I have got to push myself. It would have to be late night or early morning here also due to the temperatures and humidity, but I think I have a better shot at doing the inside walk this time of year.

I think I would like the walking dvd better if I made myself a music cd to listen to instead of the instructor....do you use any kind of weights...wrist or ankle? I bought some small wrist weights, but I haven't used them yet. When I think I used to do step aerobics and all that old Jane Fonda stuff, I can't believe I am huffing and puffing at a one mile walk, but I figure I have to start somewhere....it is funny how it just sneaks up on you one day.


Keep up the good work...

Anita

[NDHuntress]

I haved used weights a few times for my arms (trying to get rid of the flab) as soon as the swelling is gone from my calves and ankles I want to start using the 2 pound weights that I bought to get some more definition to my legs. I am also adding bike riding this week although my existing bike is not the best. May have to treat myself to a new one soon.

[potatofree]

:wave: Hello from a fellow North Dakotan.