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Kristen said:

Hello to all...I started low carb in 98 and lost 60lbs which stayed
off for quite a while (as long as I followed LC). But last summer I
got a bug up my rear to do a low fat diet (feeling bored on LC).
Well, I'm sure I don't need to tell you, I gained (of course) about
30lbs. So here I am back to the support group, as I did find it to
be one of my beacons of support when I first started 6 years ago. I
am happy to see many of the 'old' posters still here. I have noticed
since regaining the weight, I feel horrible, neck pain, snoring,
can't breath when I tie my shoes, etc. I joined a gym about 2 months
ago, but have been sporadic in my attendance (holidays and all). I'm
39 and want to be healthy again by my 40th (in Oct). I am in a
friend's wedding in May and I don't want to stand out in the pictures
as the biggest one in the party. So, this is my recommitment to LC
and exercise and getting healthy. I'm glad that you are still here
and thanks for listening. Kristen
239/239/200 by May/175

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Kristen said:

Hello to all...I started low carb in 98 and lost 60lbs which stayed off
for quite a while (as long as I followed LC). But last summer I got a
bug up my rear to do a low fat diet (feeling bored on LC). Well, I'm
sure I don't need to tell you, I gained (of course) about 30lbs. So
here I am back to the support group, as I did find it to be one of my
beacons of support when I first started 6 years ago. I am happy to see
many of the 'old' posters still here. I have noticed since regaining
the weight, I feel horrible, neck pain, snoring, can't breath when I
tie my shoes, etc. I joined a gym about 2 months ago, but have been
sporadic in my attendance (holidays and all). I'm 39 and want to be
healthy again by my 40th (in Oct). I am in a friend's wedding in May
and I don't want to stand out in the pictures as the biggest one in the
party. So, this is my recommitment to LC and exercise and getting
healthy. I'm glad that you are still here and thanks for listening.
Kristen
239/239/200 by May/175

It is going to be extremely tough this time around. I expect you to
be seeking help on why you are doing all the right things, yet gaining
instead of losing.

Not that it can't be done. I suspect It is just that so many 2nd
time arounders know so many ways to cheat. Or maybe it is the
frustation with the numbers. Or it could even be that your body is
going to resist weight loss more than it did.

But that should only strengthen your resolve to exercise more and eat
less.

Good luck.