Weight Loss question, please answer!?

I need to lose a couple inches from my waist and hips to be able to process into the Navy. I'm not concerned about it being long term loss, I just need it to last long enough to go down to MEPS. Would the Atkins diet be a good idea for this? I do exercise 6 days a week. For the last year or so I have really changed my eating habits, no fast food, limited calories, more fruits and veggies, etc. I don't want to do atkins for any reason other than I really need to lose a few inches fast. It won't be a permanent thing, just a means to an end. Sorry for asking this again, I am just looking for a few more answers. Thanks!