I consider the time spent counteracting the subterfuge and roadblocks, placed by my better half, a portion of my thirty minutes scheduled each day for vigorous physical exercise. Just this morning, I used a six-pack of contraband Lenders Onion Bagels, discovered hidden behind the salami and corned beef, instead of a handball. My fury showed no bounds as I repeatedly smashed the once-beloved, former breakfast mainstay into our garage walls before making the perfect shot into the garbage can with the finesse of Michael Jordan. I believe Dr. Atkins missed the mark in titling this revised and updated guide to his low carbohydrate diet. My personal success utilizing this restrictive regimen, I attribute to the combined adherence and support of both members of this household.
Nothing beats the reinforcement of seeing the numbers decrease from week to week.
Each pound dropped serves as the benchmark for future success in reaching attainable goals. Not one to test the water before diving in head first, I decided to take the advice of the rich and famous frequenting the talk show circuit that month. When evaluating the various carbohydrate-restricted programs touting their benefits across the media, one fact became clear. The only regimen with years of documented success was Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution. Never having problems maintaining a healthy weight before reaching my mid-forties, I paid little attention to my mother s discussions of her diet of the year.