Well I am taking the plunge next Monday and starting the Atkins For Life Diet. I have brought his book and although there has been controversy surrounding his diet I do actually agree with what he is saying. I know my body well enough from years of yo-yo dieting and know my body just doesn't like or need the carbs I feed it. I have done low carb diets and it does work. The hard part is staying away from the carbs. I love rice, pasta, and breads but they just don't like me. I am struggling with insulin resistance. This doesn't allow my body to use the carbs up like it could when I was younger. I am not huge but I do need to lose about 10-15kgs to be healthier. I have had gestational diabetes, I take medication for high blood pressure and my family has diabetes and heart disease running rampant. Anyway, come Monday I am going to give it a good shot. Oh, and I wont forget the exercise. I am going to aim for at least 30 minutes walking 5 times a week. That is the minimum. Will add some pushups and situps for a bit of toning and will go and buy some hand weights to add some upper body strength and toning.
4 friends said...:
Good on you Khris, I hope it works. Will have to have a look at that book. Good luck!
good one Khris, you will motivate me to get back on the low carb wagon again...... will look out some of my recipes tomorrow for you .......I know they are under the collapsed part of my bookcase LOL
sharon - nz
Good for you Khris! My husband did that diet and lost about 35 pounds. There was also a teacher at his school who did it for over a year and lost alot! Just remember to keep tabs on your diabetes and blood pressure! Good Luck!
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