Age:
47 Starting Wt: 289 lbs Current Wt:
145 lbs Total Lost: 144 lbs
Starting Size:
24
Current Size:
6
I have struggled with my weight
since I was a child and I am 47 years old. I have lost and gained weight many
times trying all kinds of diets and programs. I would be strict for a long
time, but then hit a plateau, get discouraged and eventually quit only to gain
the weight back and then some.
I was actually struggling on another
program and was gaining back weight that I had lost when I saw the Woman’sWorld magazine with the article about Kimkins. I read the
article and thought about it for several days.
I had tried Atkins and it
didn’t really work that good for me, but this was different. It was our
anniversary and vacation, so I decided I would start after that. It was hard at
first, but I stuck it out never realizing that 1 year later I would have lost
144 pounds!
I was determined not to quit this time no matter how many
plateaus I hit or how discouraged I became and that has happened many times. I
haven’t posted much on the website, but I read a lot and get encouragement from
others going through the same thing.
Being in ketosis has really helped
me not have cravings and be able to pass up temptations. This journey has been
so amazing! Many people say they could never do this because they love carbs,
breads, sweets, etc. Well, so do I! I eat chicken and eggs almost daily and
still love them!
I didn’t exercise for several months, but now I do
daily. I think it has actually slowed down my weight loss, but I have built
some great muscle and lost many inches. It’s hard to believe the transformation
I have gone through. I am the healthiest I have been in many years.
I
have never been this small (or even close) as an adult. I went from a women’s
size 24 to a size 6! I am having so much fun shopping and can’t believe these
small clothes fit me! I have had many people not recognize me lately.
I
am very close to goal and look forward to maintenance and the challenge of
learning to stay with my new lifestyle. This is not just a diet, but a
lifestyle change. I know I will need to exercise and make wise choices to keep
my new life. I struggle with lack of self confidence, but I feel so much more
confident and happy. It’s so great to have more energy for my husband and 10
year old twins. They are very proud of me.
This journey has taken much
prayer and determination and the strength to just say “no!” It has been worth
it all! I encourage others on this journey not to give up! Keep making good
choices and you will reach your goal!
Missing lasagne on your low carb diet? Give this pasta-less veggie laden version a try!
If you grow zucchini in your garden you're probably looking for new
ways to fix your prolific summer bounty. Zucchini are "courgettes" to
our UK friends! Save time by making several casseroles and freeze to
enjoy later.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coat a 6 cup GRATIN or baking dish with nonstick spray.
Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/8" strips. Grind the fennel seeds in a spice mill or mortar & pestle. Lay zucchini strips in a single layer and sprinkle evenly with freshly ground pepper.
Add turkey sausage to mini food processor
with the tomato, beef broth, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, fennel
seed, onion powder and ground sage. Process until fairly smooth
(there's a reason to not leave it chunky!) Set aside.
In a
medium bowl mix cottage cheese with egg white, parmesan cheese, cream
cheese, chives and garlic powder, blend well. Set aside.
To
assemble, layer 3 zucchini strips to cover the bottom of the gratin
dish. Layer evenly with 1/2 of the meat mix, 1/2 of the spinach, 1/2 of
the mushrooms and top with 1/2 of the ricotta mix. Add the next layer
of 3 zucchini strips and repeat meat, spinach, mushroom and cheese
mixes. Finish the last layer with zucchini strips to cover and sprinkle
evenly with mozzarella.
Cover tightly with foil and bake 45
minutes. Remove foil the last 10 minutes to slightly brown cheese if
desired. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Are you motivated by group support for weight loss? Have you
been thinking about joining a challenge group, but weren’t sure which one was
right for? Check out a brand new challenge group started by two “old timer”
members: Diane M and UnFLABulous.
They're
looking for new members and you'll have a chance to talk to "old timers" who
know the Kimkins, what it's about and what it can do for YOU!
Read what UnFLABulous wrote:
“Hi there,
I
wanted to pop in and let you all know of a new challenge starting over in the
challenge forum. It’s entitled Old Timers Unite for Cheat Freedom – all are welcome!
This is the brainchild of my very dear buddy, Diane. She and I go way back (we
have both been Kimkins members since 2006) and have had great success in the
past when we would make a cheat free commitment to each other.
The
support (and accountability) that come with commitment is soooo important in
being successful. I encourage anyone who wants to make a commitment to come on
over and join us. We are very serious and dedicated to getting the weight off.
Diane and I have committed to 60 cheat free days – but you can chose whatever
you’re comfortable with – AS LONG AS YOU STICK TO IT – that’s all that
counts!
We’re here to support and encourage Old Timers and anyone else
who needs it! Come on
over!”
Beth Dropped From Size 20 to 4/6!
