Hi...

[Maude4Disney]

Just thought I'd say hi. I'm new to the WISH boards and hoping I can find a lot of support here. I just started doing Atkins on 1/7 and am starting to do the WATP tapes. Dh has been a great support, but I figured that if I could get more support here, then all the better. I have tried off and on for years to lose weight, but have never been able to keep myself motivated. So...if anyone has any great motivation tips...let's hear 'em. Anyway, I mainly just wanted to say "HI"

 

[chager]

Hi and welcome I just joined WISH a couple weeks ago for about the same reasons you have. I have found everyone to be very supportive. I know there are alot of Atkins people here too. You can also find more low carb recipes here too. I'm working on getting a WISH clippie with a pounds number on it!

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Maude4Disney and WELCOME! We're really glad you've found us--this is a great place for questions, opinions, and support! Congratulations on starting Atkins, and exercising--you're off to a great start, and if we can help you with anything at all, please ask! Once again, WELCOME, and I'll be looking forward to your posts!

 

[catherine]

Welcome to WISH Maude4Disney Happy to have you on board. I have a great motivation tip, come to WISH often. Seriously being a member of WISH has kept me motivated and on plan since Aug. I even managed to get past all the holidays without cheating this has previously been unheard of Another thing that helps me to stay motivated is doing the mini challenges. You commit to lose so much weight by a certain date. The current challenge is Valentine's Good luck with your weight lose journey.

 

[MelanieC]

Welcome to WISH~

You will find so much support here. I feel so sorry for all the people out there loosing weight on their own. This is just the best supportive community ever. Welcome!

 

[ZerasPride]

Another welcome to the WISH board!

This is a great community filled with people who are so supportive. I used to attend WW and this board reminds me of those meetings with people being willing to share your joys and occasional sorrows as we travel this weight loss road together. You asked for tips - I'd be happy to share with you what keeps me motivated:

*As someone mentioned earlier, check with this board often - there are so many positive people here and they are all willing and ready to support you
*Drink your water
*Keep a WISH journal. This has proved invaluable to me. I know I have to put my menu out there for the whole world to see so that keeps me not just motivated to lose but helps me stay cheat free! Plus people read your journals and comment on your progress which gives you even more support
*Take your measurements! I was surprised to find I had lost 8 inches in about 10 days even though the scale recorded a measley 1 pounds loss that week. The scale might not always cooperate but you can't argue with those inches lost!
*You might want to join the cheat free challenge. I love changing my clippie each day and the days are really starting to add up.
*Earn yourself some pound clippies! There is nothing like seeing a nice new pound clippie under your signature. I only have 2.5 pounds to go to change mine and it's motivating me - I can almost taste it!

That's about it. I hope even one of these suggestions helps you out. Welcome again!!!

 

[Maude4Disney]

Thank you so much for the tips and the welcome! I'm excited about being here...and about finally getting this weight off. Thanks everyone for the support already!

 

[Otto's Doll]

Welcome to the best support group I have ever seen!
I am so glad to be WISHing away the pounds, and I know this board has been a huge part of how I am able to stay on track and motivated! Glad you are here!

 

[cinmell]

Hello and welcome to WISH! If it's support you want you've come to the right place. The pepole here are great and you will find lots of tips and suggestions on how to stay on track. Good luck!

 

[mowsie dreamer]

Hi, Maude4Disney, You've already gotten some great motivational tips from everyone else, so I'll just say.....

WELCOME TO WISH!

I'm glad you're going to be part of this wonderful crowd of losers!

 

[IloveDMB]

Hi, Maude4Disney, and welcome!

Good luck with your diet. And Atkins really works!

 

[Beanie]

Hi Maude4Disney! Welcome to the WISH Board!! You will find lots of support and encouragement here, so jump right in!!

 

[Mom of Sleepy Bashful and BabyDoc]

Just wanted to say,



Hi, Maude4Disney!

 

[DoeWDW]

Welcome Maude4Disney!!

I'm looking forward to having you around and getting to know you better! I'm doing low-carb (not as strict as Atkins, though).

Glad you're joining us on this journey!

 

[Maude4Disney]

Thanks everyone!