Weight Watchers

[ABirney]

Hi all! Hope everyone is having a good night!
Welcome Brady! What a cute little guy you have. I have a niece exacty 2 months younger.
Great WI's lindybug and peanutbutter!! Keep up the good work!
I've been doing ok staying on track this week. Have DH's bday party on Sunday and WI on Monday so we'll see how that goes.
Oh and Emily and Brady - I do online as well.

[KarenS]

Ok, it's time to get a new scale at home. My weigh-in day is Monday, but AI stepped on the scale this evening just to gat an idea of where I am and it said 212. As much as I'd love to think it, I am pretty sure I didn't lose 8 lbs in a week. Anyone have any suggestions for a scale? I saw the WW scale by (I think) Conair at Ulta this weekend - is it really worth $60?

On a separate note, I was in a real cooking mode today and I'm working on lunch items for while I'm contracting, since I'll be nearly a 45 minute drive from home. I experimented and dredged up a recipe from my distant past and it turned out really well. When we lived overseas, my mom used to buy curry puffs from the local bread man ... they were kind of like samosas, but with a more biscuity crust and baked, rather than fried. So I just played around some and came up with this:

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1 med onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 T vegetable oil
2 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 lb mushrooms, chopped
1/4 small head of cabbage, chopped
1/2 bag of carrot shreds (the thick ones, not finely shredded)
1 small bag frozen peas
1 can light coconut milk
3-5 T curry powder (I used a mix of Vindaloo seasoning and straight curry powder from Penzys)
2 cans of Grands Buttermilk Biscuits
1 egg, beaten

Heat the veggie oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic until translucent. Add potatoes, mushroom, cabbage, carrot, peas and saute for another 5 minutes or so. Add the can of coconut milk and the curry powder and stir will. Turn to med-low heat and let simmer for ~20 mins until the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.

In the meanwhile open the cans of biscuits and prepare a surface to roll the biscuits out flat. You'll roll them one at a time.

Roll out a biscuit about small saucer size. Put about 1/3-1/2 cup of the curry mixture in the middle - I used a small gravy ladle and it was the perfect size. Fold over the dough, pinch closed and roll the edge up to prevent the sauce from leaking. Put on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush lightly with the beaten egg.

Bake in a 350 deg oven for ~25 minutes.

The recipe makes about 12 puffs - depending on how much filling you put in each one. You'll have 4 biscuits left over if you use the Grands cans of 8 each. I just baked those to have with soup.

According to WW recipe builder, each puff has 6 points ... and they're *huge*. I plan on taking one to work for lunch and it would be more than enough. DH and I split one (the test one) for a snack earlier today and it was very filling. They're very curry-tasting but not spicy hot. Just flavorful. If you want them *hot*, I'd add a little hot pepper flake to the mix and maybe use pepper oil to saute the onions and garlic.

Also I think you could lower the number of points by using smaller biscuits and making smaller puffs ... or by using the Grands low fat biscuits.

Karen

[EmilyZA]

Hi everyone!

I know I posted here to let everyone know that I stopped meetings and started doing WW Online... I've lost 8 lbs. in two weeks! My first week was a huge loss-- 5.5, and then the 2nd was 2.5. I know it's definitely going to slow down, but it's really motivational!

KarenS: I have a great scale by Tanita. I got it at Bed Bath & Beyond (http://www.bedbathanddbeyond.com) two years ago, probably, and it's extremely accurate and consistent. It looks similar to this, but mine was more money ($50) and this one is $30. Mine also does the body fat measurement though, and this one does too, so maybe it has come down in price!
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/assets/product_images/230/3041813278938P.JPG
Here's the link: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=13278938&RN=444

[Ferris]

Starting weight: 166 (baby weight!!)
Last WI: 155.8
Today's WI:154.2
Lost: 1.6
overall weight loss: 11.8
Goal for next week: 153

[alex67]

Great job Ferris!

[Ferris]

Thanks Alex67 It's been a struggle for me to lose the baby weight! They tell you breastfeeding makes the pounds melt away, but not in my case!! I had only been losing .6, .2 and .8, but this week I drank 12-14 cups of water a day it did the trick!! :)

[DiscoDiva]

WW made me buy new shoes! I had to go shopping for a good pair of work shoes today. I used to wear a 8 1/2, and now I wear a 7 1/2. Who knew?

I also dropped in bra sizes as well.

[APCullip22]

DiscoDiva, I'm glad you posted this. Although, yes, I was aware that my chest had gotten a lot smaller, i was hoping it wasn't just me whose feet shrunk!

[DiscoDiva]

DiscoDiva, I'm glad you posted this. Although, yes, I was aware that my chest had gotten a lot smaller, i was hoping it wasn't just me whose feet shrunk!
Oh yeah. I also had to get my wedding rings re-sized, get new underwear, you name it!

[ABirney]

Hi all! Hope everyone is doing well.
Great job Ferris and Emily on your losses!
well I WI today at work this morning and lost 2.4#! I was worried because we had DH's bday supper last night and I went over my FP... I'll just have to be careful this week so they don't show up next week!
Well have a great night everyone!

[PeanutButter]

Disco Diva When I first did WW, I had to buy shoes, too. I lost 40 pounds and half a shoe size!

Frustrating week this week... I sprained my ankle and so I missed 2 cardio workouts. :( I am going to blame that for my stagnant week - I really need to get cardio in to lose weight!

Starting weight: 147.1
Last week: 143.3
This week: 143.4
This week: +.1
Total: -3.7

Congrats to ferris and Emily! Great job!! I hope I'll be joining you in the loser category next week...

[amberfiddles]

hey! i just wanted to post & say that i *love* ww so far. i started about 5 1/2 wks ago and i'm down 13 #. i feel so much better! :)

*back to lurking*

[DiscoDiva]

I finally had to buy new bras today. I used to wear a 38, now I wear a 34. :)

[Foos6LA]

Wow - this thread is great. My DH and I need to get back on the wagon. I lost 17 pounds and DH lost 30 about 6 months ago. Well, my weight was creeping back up (and I didn't take control!) and now I've gained 10 pounds back. My pants are getting tight and now I definitely have to do something.

I'll definitely be back!

[ABirney]

Hi all! Hope everyone is having a good day!
I messed up last night... had fast food for supper because I had a crazy hectic day. Now today I want to eat junk but I can't! I have 4 pts left to last me the rest of the night. I'm out of FP. Grrr! Trying to be strong.....

[amorey]

I’m joining. My aunt has been to talk me into it. Last night she told me she’d lost 7 lbs, and today I weighed myself and saw that I was way higher than I’d ever been before. So I threw in the towel and decided to join. I’m doing it online. I had been using fitday before, but the WW site seems much more comprehensive.

Height: 5’10”
Starting weight: 179 :(
Goal weight: 158

[EmilyZA]

This week's weigh in results:

Starting weight: 188 (9.25.05)
Current weight: 179 (10.14.05)
Loss this week: 1 lb.
Total loss: 9 lbs.

[Ferris]

Starting weight: 166 (baby weight!!)
Last WI: 154.2
Today's WI:153.2
Lost: 1.0
overall weight loss: 12.8
Goal: 140

[sea74]

I was just wondering, if you're on WW and get pregnant, can you stay on WW or do you have to go off? Is there a formula for adding additional points for pregnancy like there are for breastfeeding moms?

[KarenS]

The WW website recommends that you not continue the program while you're pregnant.

karen

[Brady]

I was just wondering, if you're on WW and get pregnant, can you stay on WW or do you have to go off? Is there a formula for adding additional points for pregnancy like there are for breastfeeding moms?

No, they do not recommend it. I had actually just signed up for the online program when I found out I was pregnant last year, I called and spoke to a Rep. and she refunded my money as it was not recommended.

[amorey]

Do activity points last all week, or do you have to use them on the day you earn them?

[EmilyZA]

Do activity points last all week, or do you have to use them on the day you earn them?
I'm pretty sure you have to use them the day you earn them.

[ABirney]

Hi guys! Hope everyone had a great weekend. Things are good here. I didn't do the best over the weekend but ended up with a good loss today... down 3.5#!! Today thought we had goodies at work and I ate too much chocolate. Oops! Journalled it all though and will do better tomorrow.
sea74 you are not supposed to do ww while pg but I am currently TTC and plan on talking to my dr when I do concieve to find out if I can do a modified plan being I still have quite a bit to lose, so we'll see what he says.
amorey yes activity pts have to be used on the day earned.
Well have a great night everyone!

[amorey]

Hm, WW must be trying to encourage me to be active every day. :)

Today was my first official weigh-in.

Start weight: 179
Current weight: 176.8
Total lost: 2.2
Goal weight: 158

Did anyone feel hungry when they started? I’m thinking it’s because my body is used to getting 2500 calories a day. Does anyone have any tips for adjusting to normal sized portions?

[IrishMeg]

Did anyone feel hungry when they started? I’m thinking it’s because my body is used to getting 2500 calories a day. Does anyone have any tips for adjusting to normal sized portions?

When I first stated I was cranky all of the time because I was hungry. The key for me was to have food with me all of the time. Baby carrots were my best friend for a while. I ate about every hour. Eventually, my body got used to fewer calories and I didn't have to do this anymore. This also helped in eating less when I ate meals. If I was starving, I always ate too much.

Do not let yourself get to the point of starving. That is usually when I make some really bad choices! :o

[ABirney]

Great WI amorey!! I also agree with IrishMeg... have healthy snacks throughout the day so you don't get super hungry and binge!

[angel17]

Congrats on your first weigh in amorey.

When I first started I felt so deprived - did not realize how much I had been eating. In addition to the other suggestions I wanted to add drink water - if you drink a glass of water (or even two) and you are still hungry then go for the snack - usually after drinking the water I'm not hungry anymore.

I haven't posted in a while - at my last weigh in I lost another pound so the total loss since I started is now 7 lbs - not where I thought I would be today but given that I haven't been able to work out this last week (reinjured my knee) I'm just happy I didn't gain anything!!

Wanted to add - I already lost inches on my back went from a 36C to a 34D...& there is a difference in how my old bra's and new one's fit. Ya'll are scaring me about your feet size going down - I cannot afford to have to redo my shoe collection again!!:eek:

[amorey]

Thanks for the tips. I think tomorrow I should plan on brining some things to snack on during the day, because here I am, a half hour before I get to go home, and I’m starving! I have some allergies to raw veggies like carrots. Can anyone recommend their favorite low-point snacks? I’m thinking I need to get my hands on some of that fat free popcorn!

[IrishMeg]

Thanks for the tips. I think tomorrow I should plan on brining some things to snack on during the day, because here I am, a half hour before I get to go home, and I’m starving! I have some allergies to raw veggies like carrots. Can anyone recommend their favorite low-point snacks? I’m thinking I need to get my hands on some of that fat free popcorn!

Here is a good thread that might help you.

http://http://www.constantchatter.com/showthread.php?t=1342

[mlfallis]

Well after finally realising that I was not losing the weight I wanted to on my own for my June 2006 wedding, yesterday I joined WW online. So far so good but I have a couple of questions for everyone if you don't mind.

1. How many activity points should I aim for a day? Week?
2. I am allowed 24 points per day, do I eat all of them ?
3. Is is best to eat all of your activity points as well?
4. Is it best to stay away from eating the flex points?

Current Weight: 194 :eek:
Goal Weight: 165
Current BMI: 26

[amorey]

mlfallis, I've been reading the WW message boards and CC WW threads the last few days, and it sounds like people have the best luck when they eat all the activity points and flex points. Otherwise you might not get enough calories and your metabolism may slow down and slow down your weight loss.

[ABirney]

Hi all! going good today.. ended up right at my daily pts yesterday and have 22 pts left for a snack and supper today.
angel17 congrats on your loss! Hope your knee gets better soon.
Welcome mlfallis and congrats on your upcoming wedding! I agree with amorey that it's best to eat all your points, otherwise your metabolism slows down. I eat all my pts plus all my flex and still end up with losses. (I need to work on earning activity pts though!) Good luck!

[PeanutButter]

Another week on this friggin' plateau.
I am quite frustrated. At the same time, I am in the midst of recruiting season (I am a law student) and getting wined and dined, while delicious, is extremely tough on my points.

Starting weight: 147.1
Last week: 143.4
This week: 143.3
This week: -.1
Total: -3.8

[EmilyZA]

I'm down another 2.5 this week, don't know how, but I'll take it!

Start Weight: 188
Current Weight: 176.5
Total Loss: 11.5

[amorey]

Starting weight: 179
Last week: 176.8
This week: 174
This week: -2.8
Total: -5

WW took away 2 points from my daily target today! :( I think I might eat them anyway, since I've lost 5lbs in 10 days, which seems really fast.

[EmilyZA]

I went to Applebee's for lunch today and tried one of their WW menu items. I honestly have to say that I'm not a big fan of Applebees, and it was pretty gross! I got the Teriyaki Steak Skewers... ugh, the steak was tough, not any flavor, the rice was awful (it said pilaf but it wasn't) and the broccoli was WAY overcooked. :(

[ALeonard]

I went to Applebee's for lunch today and tried one of their WW menu items. I honestly have to say that I'm not a big fan of Applebees, and it was pretty gross! I got the Teriyaki Steak Skewers... ugh, the steak was tough, not any flavor, the rice was awful (it said pilaf but it wasn't) and the broccoli was WAY overcooked. :(


I didn't really like those either, but i LOVE the Tango Chicken Sandwich. It is so yummy and very filling! Plus the pineapple makes a great dessert. I'm sorry you had a bad visit... that's never good!

[calliope_muses]

Yup - I love that Tango Chicken Sandwich too. The lemon cheesecake thing is pretty good too, although I was a bit surprised by the texture.

Only 2 lbs to go until I reach my 10% goal! Then the real work starts!

[TracieB]

I want to join this thread! I'm not in an area that holds meetings and I've tried it online and I just didn't like it. So... I'm going to do an abbreviated program. I have the material at home for how much is in what, so will try and follow that, plus look in here for tips/advice/encouragement. What a great group of ladies here!

[Aug2002Bride]

I havent tried any of the applebee's WW menu yet, but Ive only heard good things about the chicken sandwich. Everyone raves over that menu choice!

[lindybug]

Applebees can be kinda skeevy, but I didn't find the teriyaki shrimp and steak skewers to be too bad.

I am skipping my weigh-in today. I took the entire past week off the program... This weekend was my 30th birthday and I was determined to live it up! And boy oh boy, did I ever. LOL

I was going to go and face the music today anyway, but my friend who I go to meetings with has to work late and asked if we could skip this week anyway. I am okay with not knowing... Just need to be sure to get back on track right away so I can lose whatever I may have gained this past week!

[ABirney]

Hey there! Just checking in....
I haven't been doing well the past couple weeks... my WI on Monday I was up 3.2# and haven't really been staying OP since then. I need to get back on track! Things are kind of crazy around here.. we are petsitting until next Monday so I'm not home in my usual routine, plus we are in the process of buying a house (we close next Wednesday!) and stressed out about that.
Hopefully things will get better soon!
Welcome to TracieB and lindybug! (I recognize you from another thread!)

[EmilyZA]

I've been having a tough week myself. My weigh in is tomorrow morning, wish me luck! I'll report back tomorrow!

[EmilyZA]

I weighed in yesterday!

Starting Weight: 188
Current Weight: 177.5
Gain/Loss from last week: +1.0 :(
Total loss: 10.5

[lindybug]

Sorry you had a rough week, Emily. You have lost over 10 pounds though... That is awesome! :)

After a 2 week hiatus, I have been back on program for 3 days now. I am hoping my WI on Wednesday isn't too devastating.

[ABirney]

Sorry for the gain Emily. Better luck next week!
lindybug good job getting back OP!
I need to get back as well... been a bad couple weeks. The past 3 days alone I think I've had fast food for just about every meal. We are in the process of buying a house/moving next weekend and I use that as an excuse but I know if I really buckle down I can stay OP throughout this!! I just need to get my butt in gear. I WI Monday so we'll see what the damages are and start fresh.
Have a great weekend!

[EmilyZA]

The past 3 days alone I think I've had fast food for just about every meal.
I know this sounds crazy, but I'm on the road (for my job) a lot, and I often stop at McDonald's and get a happy meal! I get the Chicken McNugget one, it's 9 points-- I think it's 5 for the nuggets (4 piece) and 4 for the fries (small.) (I could be wrong though, it might be the other way around.)

[KatieKate]

hello everyone. I was a member of a WW thread at the WC. So glad I found this WW thread. I have just joined the Challenge. So here is to meeting our weight loss goal. I will do an into later tonight.

[DiscoDiva]

Important info for everyone: ;)

If you are thinking about buying the Pillsbury refrigerated pre-rolled out cookie dough for halloween, don't. You waste all your points eating a bunch of cookies that taste like crap. The only way to make the cookies taste good is by putting tons of frosting on each one.

Don't waste your Halloween points on this junk!

[alex67]

Thanks DiscoDiva! :) I have another tip, don't buy candy corn! You will find that you must snack on them uncontrollably throughout the day and at the end of the day, you have no idea how many candy corns you have eaten to add to your daily intake. (hanging head in shame)

[EmilyZA]

Just curious-- how do you girls do on the weekends?

I do AWFUL-- we are always invited to some party/wedding/family event, and I just have no self control. I end up using my points for the day, plus all my flexpoints! Last night I had two parties back to back, and it was much worse than normal!

Luckily my weigh-ins are Friday mornings, so I have the remainder of the week to make up for it (that's why I plan my weigh-ins BEFORE the weekend, because this has always been a problem for me.) I just was wondering if anyone had any tips on "behaving" at parties!

[Ferris]

Starting Weight: 166
Current Weight: 150.8
Gain/Loss from last week: -2.4
Total loss: 15.2

It was actually 2 weeks between weigh-ins (I was in a wedding last saturday).

Weekends I let myself have what I want on the weekends. I don't go crazy, but if we go to breakfast I get something good. If I go to a party I make sure I eat popcorn before we go and that way I won't eat as many bad things!! I figure that I use up my flex points on those days and don't use them during the week.

[DiscoDiva]

I eat good on the weekends except for Saturday nights. We're working weddings then and there's no way I can fill up on a healthy meal. I eat what's there, within moderation. And yes, I always eat a slice of wedding cake!

[ABirney]

I do awful on weekends. I just can't seem to control myself. Plus alot of the time my MIL will come to town and insist on taking us out to eat. Of course the past couple weeks I've been awful the whole week, not just the weekend.
As for WI today, I'm up 0.5#. Not as bad as I was expecting but I need to start working on it going the other direction!

[nawsgirl]

Hi all,

I hope it's OK if I join you all :) I really need to get back on WW (this will be my 3rd go), but I am too afraid to get on the scale to see what my starting weight will be! We moved cross-country almost 2 months ago and went through a very stressful time... we stayed at a hotel for 3 weeks and ate junk pretty much the whole time, and now I am home alone all day doing the job-hunt thing so I am eating way too much. Since we now live in AZ it's been a little too hot to be out much during the day, but hopefully that will change soon so I can get out and walk more.

I think I'll be trying online since the only meeting is a little far away.... I'm a little disappointed since my last Leader was wonderful, so we'll see how it goes.

Oh, and I always end up doing badly on weekends... I got into a bad habit of thinking that weekends are for eating out, so now I never want to cook!

[amorey]

Starting Weight: 179
Current Weight: 175
Gain/Loss from last week: -1
Total loss: -4

I’m so sad I gained a pound! :( I ate an extra 8 points this week, but that wouldn’t equal gaining a whole pound, would it? I lost a lot pretty quickly off the bat, (5lbs in the first 10 days) and I’m getting AF this week. I wonder if that doesn’t have something to do with it. Do other people see a gain before AF?

Weekends are really hard for me, because that’s usually when we have some kind of social activity going on. That usually involves unhealthy food and alcohol.

[emmjay]

I'm starting WW yet again this week. I know I am so much happier when I'm doing it, so I don't know why I let myself slide! I haven't been to a meeting in months, so I'll be going again this Friday. I gained 7 lbs after going OFF birth control - wtf??

amorey - it probably is AF. I have found that I don't lose anything (and sometimes gain) during both the week before AF and the week before I ovulate (sorry, TMI). Anyway, it's frustrating at first but that's just how my body works - I think it's from retaining water because the following week I will lose 2-3 lbs.

As for weekends: I like to weigh in on Fridays, like EmilyZA. That way if I use a bunch of flex points on the weekend, I can adjust for the rest of the week.

[EmilyZA]

I’m getting AF this week. I wonder if that doesn’t have something to do with it. Do other people see a gain before AF?

My BIL's girlfriend said that she's heard (not sure if she heard it at the gym or at WW) that you can expect a 3-4 lb. loss during AF. Not sure how true it is, though...

[lindybug]

Weighing-in tonight. I have stayed on program all week! :D BUT I took off the week before for my birthday getaway, and really pigged out. (Can you say 64 item breakfast buffets, 5 course dinners, and pumpkin cheesecake?! Obviously, I skipped WI last week.) The week before that, I was actually up 1.2 at WI.

So, I guess I'm kinda hoping this week and last week will cancel each other out, and I'll remain the same at this WI, which is actually 1.2 higher than I was. BUT it would still be over 15 pounds lost overall... Gotta think positive.

[Cilantro]

Sorry to butt in, but I wasn't sure where else to post this. I used to do WW and have recently started again by myself at home, honor system! Does anyone happen to know how many points are in one slice of Domino's pizza? I had FOUR slices last night and am trying to be good (and honest) with my points. I'm guessing 8-9 a slice but am hoping it's only 5!! :)

[amorey]

What was on the pizza? That makes a difference!

Also, which crust and size?

[lindybug]

Cilantro ~ http://www.dwlz.com/Restaurants/dominos.html

[Cilantro]

Plain, regular crust, large pizza. Thanks for your help...please tell me it's only 2 points a slice. Yeah, right!

[Cilantro]

That is an AWESOME link...thanks.

"Hand Tossed; large; cheese (257.91 cal/7.71 g fat/2.055 g fiber/37.5 g carbs) 5.5"

5.5? Am I reading that right? Woo-hoo! That's not so bad! Not great but not terrible either. Oh, and did I mention the three beers too. Ouch. Bad day! At least I had only eaten 6 points up until that point!

[amorey]

Wow, getting plain cheese saves lots of points. If you get a "Meatzza Feast" it's 9 points. Good to know!

[nawsgirl]

Cilantro, I'm doing the at home, honor system too... I never really got into the whole Flex points system so I still use the range of points and the old journals. I did well yesterday and am doing OK today so far... need to get outside and walk a bit since it looks cloudy. For me it's good when you can't see the sun cause that means it might be in the low 80s instead of pushing 90!!

[almostthere]

Can I join?

I did WW before my wedding and got down to 143 - not goal but I was super happy. I gained a huge amount of weight during pregnancy but did WW for nursing moms and got to down to about 155 - I am back up to 167 :eek: - We are TTC but may take this month off so I can try and knock of some weight. So I am doing WW online.

Sarah
Current weight 167
First Goal 155
Final Goal 145

[lindybug]

Welcome, Sarah!

Well, my WI went okay. I was down 0.4 pounds. So, still 0.8 to lose to make up for the 1.2 I gained a couple weeks ago... BUT it looks like my 30th birthday weekend BINGE since then wasn't too damaging.

My goal for this week is to really increase my physical activity. I was doing great during the summer, but since the cold weather arrived, I haven't been doing much. (Hibernation mode!) I'm sure that's why my weight loss has slowed down.

[ABirney]

Welcome to the newbies!
I think I'm going to change my WI day to Friday instead of Monday... I have a hard time on the weekends and usually end up going over what little FP I have left... so maybe if I start out with a full 35 FP I will do better. I also do the online version but I need to get my butt back in gear! I was up 2.75 this past week. Yikes!!

[EmilyZA]

Welcome to the newbies!
I think I'm going to change my WI day to Friday instead of Monday... I have a hard time on the weekends and usually end up going over what little FP I have left... so maybe if I start out with a full 35 FP I will do better. I also do the online version but I need to get my butt back in gear! I was up 2.75 this past week. Yikes!!
I'm in the same boat! I had a 1 lb. gain this week and have had a tough week this week as well. I also do WW Online and weigh in on Fridays! My weigh-in is tomorrow morning, wish me luck!

[almostthere]

I have always triend to have a mid week weigh in - right now I am doing it on Thursdays - that way I have most of my bonus point available and if I need to add more activities or eat a little less - Tuesday and Wednesday tend to be good days. The way WW use to work a Monday weigh in was great because yoru bonus points came from saved point from your dailey range throughout the week!

Well I have been back on for a solid 3 days and so far so good, usually once I make it past the first week I am pretty hooked. I have been trying to excercise everyday (ben working on that for a few months know) even if it is just a walk through the neighborhood with my DD and dog(very hilly area). It seems to help not just with earning extra points but I actually feel less hungry and my worst time of day is the later afternoon to dinner stretch since we are always home then.

[ABirney]

Sounds like you're doing great almostthere!
How did your WI go Emily?

[EmilyZA]

It wasn't bad, but wasn't good either. Thanks for asking, abirney!

Starting Weight: 188
Current Weight: 177.5
Total loss this week: 0
Total loss: 10.5

[WestieMomma]

I'm going to join in here. I did WW back in the spring and lost about 10lbs but I have since gained it all back. I was going to the meetings but had a hard time making them due to work and travel so I think I am going to sign up online. I would like to lose 40-50 lbs before TTC this summer.

[ABirney]

Welcome WestieMomma!

[filmgirl7]

Oy. I've fallen off the wagon and I can't get up. Seriously, I've been trying but between Halloween and a wedding this past weekend, it's been just ridiculous. It's also harder for me to get to the gym since I signed on for Yearbook team at my school. Sometimes they go until 7pm at night.

Anyway, I hope you'll take me back, despite my lousy track record here. I'm getting married in just TWO MONTHS and I have to get my weight in check.
I will post current stats either tomorrow or Wednesday, after I've recovered from the damage of the weekend. :cool:

[APCullip22]

Alright, as I've done a million and one times, I'm joinin up again here...today is day one. You ladies are the best, everyone is doing great, keep it up!

[mlfallis]

OK I have been following along and have decided I need to join this thread. I have now been on WW for 3 weeks and have lost 9.5 lbs. I WI mondays (keeps me good on weekends) and on the online version. I find I need to drink as much water as possible and that I need to stay away from my flex points to help with the weight loss.

Starting weight: 194
Week 1 WI: 189
Week 2 WI: 186
Week 3 WI: 184.5
Goal: 160
Total weight loss: 9.5

[WestieMomma]

Well I am not going to join online because it is way too expensive for me right now because my dog just had surgery. Anyways..I still have all the materials from when I was going to the meetings so I can just use those along with Dottie's website. Today I have done well so far and I plan to go walking tonight! I'm also doing a 5K next weekend so I need to start moving so I won't die! I really enjoy exercising, the food part is just hard for me.

Stats
Starting weight 208

[ABirney]

Hey ladies! I hope everyone is doing well!
filmgirl I'm just getting back on the wagon myself. Congrats on the upcoming wedding!
Welcome APcullip and mlfallis!
Westiemomma I hope your pooch is ok after surgery! What was wrong? (I'm a vet tech and love doggies!)

[WestieMomma]

ABirney I bet your job is so fun! I would love to work with animals all day. My Westie had a small tumor on her nose. She had it removed on Friday and we'll hear back in a few days from the lab but hopefully it was nothing. She's done well since the surgery. Thanks for asking!

[alex67]

my progress is so slow but at least it is progress.

Starting Weight: 217
Current Weight: 214
Total loss this week: 1
Total loss: 3

I plan on raising the bar some by watching carbs in addition to sticking to my points. Carbs are my body's enemy. (but so darn yummy :( )

[amorey]

Starting Weight: 179
Current Weight: 176.6
Total loss/gain this week: +1.6
Total loss: 2.4

What’s up with the gain? :( I did go over my flex points by 6 this week, but could 6 points really equal a pound? I’m not loving Weight Watchers right now. I feel hungry all the time and I’m still not losing weight.

[filmgirl7]

Amorey, that stinks. Hmm...I feel hungry alot on WW too. I find that I really don't lose any weight unless I do hard core cardio, like running 2+ miles or something. Maybe if you increase your exercise that would help. Also, consider where the bulk of your points are going and how they are spread out. I often make the mistake of eating all my flex points on the first three days and then i'm screwed for the rest of the week. Good luck with this! :)

[udsweetpea]

Well, I'm back... I started this thread but then kicked the bucket a while back. But now I'm here again! I started meetings last week, and I'm here with my first weigh-in. I lost 0.4! I'm so happy because I went over by A LOT every day (thanks to Aunt Flo), and I only exercised once! Yay!

So here's to a good OP week!

[amorey]

After gaining the last two weigh-ins, I've finally had a loss this week! :D

Starting Weight: 179
Current weight: 174.8 lbs
Loss this week: -1.8 lbs
Total Loss: -4.2 lbs
Goal weight: 158

[alex67]

Weighing in:

Starting Weight: 217
Current Weight: 213
Total loss this week: -1
Total loss: -4

Slow but steady

[mobox]

Hey ladies...if you are feeling hungry on WW you need to check what exactly you are eating. When you are hungry, eat a protein or fiber filled snack...almonds, string cheese, a bowl of high fiber cereal (w FF milk), a Luna bar. Something like that. That will stave off hungry pangs, especially during the day. EAt breakfast but not like toast...eat yogurt and a piece of fruit or an english muffin and peanut butter. The trick is eating food that will fill the void and not just eat up points.

[lindybug]

Keep up the great work, ladies. This is going to be a hard week, but I know you can be strong!

As for me... I'm pregnant! So, I'm going to have to leave WW behind for a while. I've lost 17.6 pounds in the last 15 weeks, which has brought me within 2 pounds of my goal. (Argh... So close!) I have learned so much, and I'm glad to be starting this pregnancy in much better shape than I was previously. I'll probably still count points in my head, and I am determined to keep making good choices throughout the next 9 months. And you know I'll be back to lose the weight afterwards!

[udsweetpea]

Congratulations lindybug!!!! I'm so happy for you!

[LauraPerg]

I just found this thread and wanted to post and subscribe.

First of all congrats to all the big losers so far and to lindybug on your pg.

I originally joined WW in 2004 and lost about 15 lbs. before my wedding. Due to many silly excuses I have gained that back (and being painfully honest) a "few" more lbs with it. I don't want to join in the meetings again due to $$$ but I would like to start again at home with DH. He's sort of already started, not counting points per se, but just really cutting back and he's lost about 20 lbs.

The only thing holding me back right now are the fact that Thanksgiving is one week and will include two dinners for us. We go to Disney World in two weeks and that will include a lot of really yummy food. Thirdly, here comes Christmas and the four parties we are already obligated to. So would I be crazy for trying to start now or should I just wait until after Christmas??

Current stats:

Height: 5'4"
Current Weight: 160
Goal Weight: 135

Sorry for the long first post:rolleyes: ...

[DiscoDiva]

I think it's a good idea to start WW now. You could go into the holidays on a modified WW plan (which I may be doing). Eat healthy, WW style every day. But, allow yourself a 'free day' on Thanksgiving and Christmas Days only. Then, allow yourself 'free eveings' at the parties, but eat healthy at every other time. At Disneyworld, I'd do my best to eat as healthy as possible and avoid the junk foods. Most parks have healthy options now, so it shouldn't be hard.

[LauraPerg]

Thanks DiscoDiva, I really need a kick start. Those are some great ideas, I guess I'm just the type that needs encouragement. DH does what he can, but I don't feel that accountability factor with him. Do you know how much $$ it is to use the WW web site?

[amorey]

Mobox, thanks for the tip. I was trying to fill up on things that were 0 or 1 point, which is fruits and veggies and things like “1 small pita.” This week I’ve been trying to add more protein to my meals and I haven’t had any trouble staying within my Points target.

Congrats lindybug!

LauraPerg, I would start now. Even if you do have some parties, there are still lots of days in there where you’ll be able to eat healthy. For the holiday season, I’m trying to remember that celebrating isn’t about stuffing myself silly, it’s about being with friends and family first and secondly eating a moderate amount of yummy food. Even if you don’t lose during the holidays, hopefully you won’t gain and won’t have that much more to lose come January.


As for myself, I lost a whole inch off my hips in my first four weeks on WW! :D

[LauraPerg]

Thanks amorey! That's another great idea, to measure. I know there were some weeks when I first started WW that I lost just under a lb, but I was still losing inches. We need all the encouragement we can get!!

I know what you mean about focusing on family rather than food. I'm going to have to share that philosophy with my in-laws!!

[EmilyZA]

After three weeks of not losing, I finally lost this week-- 3.5 lbs! :)

[mlfallis]

Well I lost another 0.5 lbs this week. Not sure if I really deserved it, but this week I am going back to journaling (I was sick and didn't have the energy last week) and see if I can get out of the 180's

[alex67]

Ugg - I didn't loose anything this past week. And I did put effort into it and stuck to my weekly points. I'm attributing it to water weight/swelling. I could not get my wedding rings on this morning and AF is due next week. At least I hope that is it. With Thanksgiving this week, I'll be lucky if I don't gain anything.

[angel17]

I haven't been by in about 3 weeks since I've totally lost focus since I got back from wedding/hurricaine Wilma. Good news is I haven't gained anything but I haven't lost anything either.

LauraPerg
I had a great talk with my girlfriend last Friday - she said Thanksgiving is ONE day - just enjoy the day and let it go at that. If I eat right the rest of the week and don't partake in the usual left over gluttony there is no reason why I can't actually do WW this week and keep it going throughout the upcoming Holiday Season. I have flex points for a reason - use them when I know I have an event that evening or weekend and eat properly the rest of the time. She really got me re-energized about sticking to this and getting back on track - I may actually reach my year end goals in spite of myself!!:D

I think I paid $60 for the first three months for WW online - it seems so long ago - I actually need to find the date because I should be due a renewal soon. Good luck to all.

congrats lindybug!!

[amorey]

Current weight: 173.8 lbs
Weight change: -1.0 lbs
Total weight change to date: -5.2 lbs

I'm definitely feeling my clothes fitting better this week, too!

[udsweetpea]

I lost 2.6 pounds this week! Yay! I was so disappointed too because the leader usually asks how everyone did, but she didn't this week :( I wanted so bad to share my accomplishment with everyone. But maybe she didn't want to ask this week because its right after Thanksgiving. Oh well. I'll give myself a star anyway!

[ABirney]

Great job sweetpea!!! Keep up the good work!
Sorry I haven't posted in a while.. I've gotten off track. Yesteray was my WI day and I hadn't WI for 2 weeks.. I was up 7.4# :eek: We moved 2 weeks ago and haven't gotten very unpacked yet.. so for the week before the move and since then been eating junk, not real food. I started journalling again yesterday after I saw my gain and am working on unpacking today so hopefully I can start cooking better meals. I don't want to gain any more, I'm at an all time high!

[EmilyZA]

My weigh in was Friday and I was down another pound for a total of 15 pounds!

I also started the Firm Transfirmer system yesterday (work out program) and my 2nd workout is tomorrow.

I'm now at 173 pounds and last week was my first week at 22 points, and WOW was it hard! I can't beleive how that 2 point difference made me feel. It also may have been the fact that AF was coming/came. :) Does anyone else have a hard time the first week/two when they go into a new point range?

[udsweetpea]

Great job EmilyZA! I got very close to another point range on my first attempt on WW, and boy was I scared to decrease my point range! Good for you for losing 15 pounds!!!

[udsweetpea]

Great job sweetpea!!! Keep up the good work!
Sorry I haven't posted in a while.. I've gotten off track. Yesteray was my WI day and I hadn't WI for 2 weeks.. I was up 7.4# :eek: We moved 2 weeks ago and haven't gotten very unpacked yet.. so for the week before the move and since then been eating junk, not real food. I started journalling again yesterday after I saw my gain and am working on unpacking today so hopefully I can start cooking better meals. I don't want to gain any more, I'm at an all time high!


Thank you! Like my leader said today, we are all human and we're all going to have little "oops" in our days on WW. This is a lifestyle change, and its okay to slip up every now and again. You'll get right back on track!!! I just found this website (http://www.wwfamilyforum.com) today. It's a bunch of websites of some members' weight loss journeys. Great before and after pictures, and EXCELLENT motivation! Good luck getting back on track!

[Foley42]

EmilyZA I saw you started the Couch to 5K thread...did you finish or are you thinking about starting back up? Congrats on your 15 lb...AWESOME. I also have the Transfirmer and I did around 6 workouts and forgot about it...I need to pull it back out and get moving. But I am on week 3 of the Couch to 5K program.

I do WW online...well let me rephrase that...I pay for WW online and NEED to do it MORE. I want to loose 8 more lb before my husband comes home from Iraq around the first of January. YAY :)

[EmilyZA]

EmilyZA I saw you started the Couch to 5K thread...did you finish or are you thinking about starting back up?
You're right-- I STARTED it-- but during my first week I got sick, and then soon after got a very bad ear infection, so never started back up. :( Now it's just WAY too cold here in Boston for me to run! :rolleyes: So I started the Firm, I'm two workouts in and I love it. I think the Couch to 5K is a great program though and I may give it a go sometime again in the future.

[WestieMomma]

I have done horrible this week due to the holiday. I have done pretty good on my exercise though. Did a 5K last Saturday and the 3 mile Turkey Trot in Dallas on Thanksgiving morning...made me feel less guilty about all the food I ate later that day.

I am going to get back on track tommorrow and may even go back to the meetings this week. I think I need the meetings to keep me more accountable.

[ABirney]

Thanks for the website udsweetpea! Lots of inspiration!

[Foley42]

I like the Firm workouts...but the step moves that the blonde chick does I can't keep up or get it down pat. I'm not coordinated and have never been good at step moves like that. Ughhh! But it is a very good workout. I need to get some free weights, I had just been doing it without them.

[alex67]

I'm happy - didn't loose anything last week but didn't gain either. Not too bad considering Thanksgiving pig fest! :)

[amorey]

Start weight: 179
Weight change: -1
Current weight: 172.8

I’m very excited about losing during Thanksgiving week! I’ve decided to switch to the Core plan. I’m seven weeks in now and still dealing with the hunger and WW suggested switching if you feel hungry.

[Ferris]

I haven't posted in forever...

Starting weight: 166 (baby weight)
Last WI: 149
Total Lost: 17

I reached my 10% goal, so my new goal is 135. That is 7 more than my pre-pregnancy weight, but it's my ideal weight.

[EmilyZA]

I like the Firm workouts...but the step moves that the blonde chick does I can't keep up or get it down pat. I'm not coordinated and have never been good at step moves like that. Ughhh! But it is a very good workout. I need to get some free weights, I had just been doing it without them.
This was my first week and I haven't done Stephanie's workout yet, but I am doing all of them without weights until I get all the steps down! I had a few tough moments with Allie's workout (Aerobic Body Shaping) today, so I just marched in place and basically watched-- it was my first time doing that tape, and I figured that it would take me a bit to learn the moves. I'm pretty coordinated though, at least I think I am-- I went to dancing school for ten years so I'd better be for all the money my parents spent!

[dollface]

Hello all! I just started WW online on Monday. So far so good! I only have about 10 lbs. to lose but it would also be nice to practice a healthier way of eating. I did SBD a few years ago with great success but trying to start Phase 1 over again at this time of year is just too much. We got a new scale last week and according to it I dropped 4 pounds in the past 3 weeks...but alas, Thanksgiving came and went and those pounds came back. I notice when I up my water intake, the weight seems to come off easier. During the summer I worked on a very intense 8 week project and I lost 5 lbs. during that time, even though I ate pretty crappy (lots of craft service snacks)...but I was drinking about 120 ounces per day!

I work out 4-6 days per week doing a mix of pilates, yoga, hip hop dancing and body sculpting (cardio & weights) and that has helped a lot. In the past 2 months I have dropped almost 8% body fat! So here are my starting stats for WW:

Start weight - 120
Goal weight - 110
Height 5'4"

[DiscoDiva]

Wow - I lost 1.8 pounds this week - and it's the week after Thanksgiving!

[ABirney]

Hi there!
Time to get a bit caught up on posts here...
Congrats to those who've lost this week! That's great!
amorey I hope core works out better for you!
Welcome dollface!
I haven't really been journalling this week very well.. I need to get a lot more strict with myself!

[udsweetpea]

I'm going home for 10 days starting tomorrow, so I weighed in today instead of Saturday. I lost 0.2 pounds. Not bad considering I went to Buffalo Wild Wings and TGIFriday's in the last 4 days. The leader asked today if anyone had anything they wanted to share that motivated them this week, and I mentioned that I made a website with my before pictures. Everyone in the meeting thought it was a GREAT idea. I couldn't have felt better.

So, my total weight loss so far is 3.2 pounds. Wish me luck on these 10 days at home with 2 Christmas parties!

[EmilyZA]

The leader asked today if anyone had anything they wanted to share that motivated them this week, and I mentioned that I made a website with my before pictures. Everyone in the meeting thought it was a GREAT idea. I couldn't have felt better.

I just checked out your website! That really is a great idea! You did an awesome job on it!

[Ferris]

Congrats disco & udsweetpea and Welcome dollface!!

I don't think I will do very well this week. I have been super stressed about school (finishing masters) and haven't been drinking enough water. :( We will see what happens saturday!

[mrstim]

I've been lurking here often, and I thought I'd posted to introduce myself, but I didn't, I guess. Um, let's see - I've been on WW several times before, but whole heartedly only once before. I lost 35 lbs. then, and have slowly gained the weight back between graduating high school, going through college, getting engaged, getting married & learning to be a wife. It's clicked once more, and here I am! My weigh in is on Friday mornings, so here it is!

Last weeks weight: 173.5
Current Weight: 170

I'm SO excited!!

[dollface]

Can someone explain the 'swapping activity points' to me? I put activity points in every day and while it appears on my tracker - it doesn't seem to be swapping anything out. I'm confused:confused:

[mlfallis]

You swap activity points when you go over your daily limit. Example, my limit is 24, if I eat 26 and have 2 activity point no points from my 35 is taken away. However if I eat 28 then 2 would be taken from the 35. I find if I eat my AP I get better results.

Hope that helps

[EmilyZA]

I'm up half a pound this week, which isn't bad considering I feel like I've eaten really badly this week, and my water intake has been stinky!! I'm excited to start a new week though!

[DiscoDiva]

Can someone explain the 'swapping activity points' to me? I put activity points in every day and while it appears on my tracker - it doesn't seem to be swapping anything out. I'm confused:confused:
Easy, if you earn 2 activity points in a day, you get to eat 2 more points worth of food. Now if you're doing it on the internet, I have no idea how that works, but you should be getting more food points after exercising.

[dollface]

Thanks for the replies ladies. I looked at my whole week and now it makes sense. I think I am doing pretty well. Out of 35 extra points I have only used 1 this week. Can't wait to see what my weigh-in is on Monday!

[ABirney]

Hi all!
udsweetpea good luck with the parties!
Ferris Good luck at WI tomorrow.
Welcome mrstim!
Emily sorry about the gain... it will come off next week!
As for me, I WI today and it was awful... I haven't been staying OP very well the past few weeks (ok, months) and I'm up to a new high. Gained 1.9# to be 328.4#. The thing I'm disappointed about this week is I thought I was eating ok, better than I had been lately anyway. Granted, I didn't do the best journalling pts but I guess that's what happens. I'm going to try harder to stay OP because my wt is really starting to scare me.

[preppypinkgirl]

I am officially rejoining ww tomorrow night. I can't wait to feel in control of my weight again. It is a never ending battle! This seems like a great place to help stay motivated and share ideas with eachother. :)

[mlfallis]

Well after being on the program for 7 week, I hit my first week with no weight loss. I realise I should be happy that I have lost 12 lbs, but with 22 still to go it is hard. I am hoping to get back to journalling everything this week, since I have been getting lazy.

Hope everyone else had better WI this week.

[dollface]

I lost 1 lb. last week. I guess that's okay right? It was my first week and I stayed OP but I do gain a lot of AP's (worked out 6 times last week).

ETA: How often do use your extra points? On the WW boards most people say that it's pretty common and they use most of their extra points every week.

[Ferris]

dollface 1 pound is great! Congrats. To answer your question, I try to never use my activity or flex points. I find that if I use my activity points I don't lose as much weight.

mlfallis Don't be discouraged. I have been doing the program for 26 weeks and have only lost 17 pounds. :( I did WW 6 years ago and lost 26 pounds in 12 weeks and kept it of until I got pregnant! It has been frustrating this time around, but I know the program works and the weight will eventually come off.

[udsweetpea]

ETA: How often do use your extra points? On the WW boards most people say that it's pretty common and they use most of their extra points every week.

I find it varies for everyone. You have to find what works for you, and finding that balance can be very hard. When I was doing Tae Bo 6 times a week, I was eating all of my Flex Points and my APs, and I gained. However, my leader told me to eat MORE so I could lose! I couldn't find the right balance... and still haven't :( But congrats on the loss!

[mlfallis]

Thanks Ferris. I just want to meet my Christmas goal. Sorry the weight is harder to get off this time.

[amorey]

I only lost a half pound this week. :( I’ve lost 6.6 lbs in 8 weeks. I am going to thoroughly measure myself tonight though. Because of my strength training, I think I’m gaining muscle mass and have probably lost more than just 6.6lbs of fat.

Oh- I eat all my AP and FP. If I don't I get over-hungry and pig out on something stupid. I'd rather have slower weight loss and feel good, otherwise I won't stick with the plan.

[Brandy]

I lost 1.8 this week. Yay! I am pretty surprised. It was my first week back OP and I was not very good.

[preppypinkgirl]

I just rejoined! The first time I did it I lost a lot of weight. I am hoping to loose the weight for my wedding this July! I just need the motivation to stay on it. I seem to do great and then slip up after I start to feel good about my weight loss. I tend to treat myself for my losses and have to start treating with non food rewards! This seems like a great place to help eachother!

[EmilyZA]

Welcome, preppypinkgirl!

I'm down a pound this week, for a total of 15.5 since 9/25.

[dollface]

Okay, somewhat on topic but - have y'all ever been to the WW message boards. The old timers have got to be the rudest bunch I've ever seen on message boards! Talk about territorial!

[mlfallis]

Question: I have changed my WI date from Mondays to Fridays since I want to have wine on the weekend. I know it is really just a mind game as long as the scale keeps going down. But since I WI on Monday it won't let me WI today (my new day), does anyone know how I can record my WI today?? (I use the online version)

[EmilyZA]

Question: I have changed my WI date from Mondays to Fridays since I want to have wine on the weekend. I know it is really just a mind game as long as the scale keeps going down. But since I WI on Monday it won't let me WI today (my new day), does anyone know how I can record my WI today?? (I use the online version)
I use Online too-- all you need to do is go into your account settings, there is a weigh in option (I think) and that's where you change it.

[ABirney]

mlfallis it won't let you enter wts for 2 different days on the same week so you'll either have to keep Monday's WI this week as your wt and next week enter in your Friday WI, or you will need to edit your wt for this week and change it to today's wt and day. I recently did the same thing because weekends are hard for me. HTH!
Welcome preppypinkgirl!
Emily, Brandy, Amorey good job on your losses!
dollface some of the WW message boards are just awful but there are a couple decent ones out there.. I don't know how much you have to lose but the 100+ board is wonderful and supportive. I know what you mean about some of the other ones though!
As for me, I WI today and was up 0.4#. I didn't really stay on track as well as I would have liked this past week but I have vowed to do better this week. I journalled and stayed within my pts today, plus on my lunch break I went to the mall and walked for 40 mins, then went back to work and had my smart ones. I realized this week that in the past few months I've gained almost 1/3 of the way to 400#!!!!! (I'm now 328.8, was below 300 at one point.) That really made me realize that I NEED to stay OP!! NO more excuses!

[Foley42]

I've been doing WW online for a while. On and off, here and there. Lost 1 lb. this week. Total of 13.6 lb. Little more to hit my 10% :)

[APCullip22]

Thanks to reading all of the wonderful posts in this thread, I am yet again getting back on program. This is only the 150th time I've come here and said this...sorry about that....I'm really doing it this time, I swear. Here goes nothing....

Starting weight, as of this morning: 127
I'll weigh in on sunday mornings this time.

[EmilyZA]

Is anyone else having a hard time getting into Weight Watchers Online?? I haven't been able to get on since Friday! :confused:

[dollface]

I am changing my WI to Fridays as well. Mondays are just not the best day since if I go over, it's gonna be on the weekend. So my Friday weigh in was 117.6!!

[preppypinkgirl]

Thanks for the welcomes! I weighed in tonight and I lost 4 pounds! I was so excited. Now I just need to stay on track. :)

[ABirney]

Hey all! How is everyone doing?
Welcome APCullip!
Great job on your wt loss preppypinkgirl!
I started anew (again!) on Friday and so far so good! Hopefully I can keep it up!

[dollface]

Great job preppypinkgirl!

[preppypinkgirl]

Thanks so much girls! Good luck to everyone with their weigh ins!!!!:)

[ABirney]

Well I got some bad news yesterday but hopefully it will kick my butt into gear.... I got a letter from my life insurance company and they said they are dropping my insurance due to my weight. To get it back I have to lose 50# and maintain it for 3 months. This sucks!

[DiscoDiva]

Well I got some bad news yesterday but hopefully it will kick my butt into gear.... I got a letter from my life insurance company and they said they are dropping my insurance due to my weight. To get it back I have to lose 50# and maintain it for 3 months. This sucks!
I'm shocked! I guess they probably can do it, but I've never heard of anyone actually doing this! I'm sorry you have to deal with that. :(

[mlfallis]

Wow, I am shocked they can do that as well. I guess look at it like a positive to get you started. If you need support we all are here to help :D

[DiscoDiva]

I have some good news to report! Yesterday, for the first time in my entire life, I went to a Christmas luncheon and did not eat a single. bite. of cookies, cake, pie, etc. It was pot-luck, and I brought a fruit tray. I ate off my fruit tray and didn't touch the sweets table. I am so proud of myself, and this was a HUGE accomplishment for me!

[dollface]

Finally found the WW 1 point snack cakes at my local store. I grabbed the last box of carrot cake - SO YUMMY!

[amorey]

I lost another .5 lbs this week.

I am really loving the core plan. I’m glad I switched. I am much less hungry and actually using less of my activity and flex points. Core lets you accumulate your activity points all week, which is great because it’s unlikely that I’ll have time to work out when I’m going somewhere I’ll want to use my extra points.

And in other exciting news, I’m wearing pants today that didn’t fit when I started WW! :)

[mlfallis]

Congrats everyone. I am down another pound this week and now I am officially at my half-way point. 17 pounds to go and 17 gone!!!

[dollface]

Down half a pound this week!

[ABirney]

Hey everyone!
Great job on your losses amorey, mlfallis, and dollface!
Also great willpower discodiva! Homemade baked goods are my downfall.
Well I WI today and was shocked.... I was down 4.8#!!! I'll take it though! Hopefully I can keep it up!

[EmilyZA]

I was up 1 pound this week. :( I just really had no willpower this week, but I think I'm back on track!

I'm 3.5 pounds away from my 12/31 goal. I hope I make it, but I'm not going to hold my breath...

[APCullip22]

Thankfully I was down 2 pounds this week...I just hope that I can keep it up during the holidays.

Great job everyone, keep up the good work! Remember, you're worth the effort!

[alex67]

Great job to all the losers! I, on the other hand, have gained. +3 lbs this week. I knew it though with the choices I've been making. I'm back on track now and am also trying to watch carbs (my body's enemy) to aid in the weight loss process.

[mlfallis]

Congrats to everyone for losing, or being honest enough to say you didn't and get back on track. I know it is hard to see a + and keep going, and it is great when you do.

Hope everyone has a great holidays and the weight stays away ;)

[dollface]

I didn;t lose this past week but I think it might be due to the fact that I wasn't using all my daily points. I don't know what happened last week but I kept falling short of my 20 points!

[DiscoDiva]

I lost some weight this week - woo hoo!

For those who are thinking of substituting unsweetened applesauce for butter when baking, be careful. I made some choc. chip cookies today and they had a very weird soft consistency: they just were't 'right.' So, if you do this substitution, make sure it's in something like muffins, bread, cakes, etc., where a softer, moister consistency is okay.

[DiscoDiva]

Okay, I'm not meant to make or eat Christmas cookies. ;) I tried the choc chip cookies (see above post) and I ended up throwing most of them away. So yesterday, I tried sugar cookies. Half of them stuck to the baking sheet and broke into little bits, many others burned on the bottom, and less than half were really edible.

Do you think somebody is trying to tell me something? :D

[mlfallis]

DD: Just think of it as a good thing. If they turned out, you might have eaten them all :D

Well another loss this morning. I am 1 pound away from reaching my 10% goal. I was hoping to get there by Jan 1 but we will see. There is alot of Christmas dinners I need to get through this week :rolleyes:

[EmilyZA]

I was down 2 pounds today for a total of 16.5. I am 1.5 away from my mini-goal of 170 by 12/31.

[DiscoDiva]

DD: Just think of it as a good thing. If they turned out, you might have eaten them all :D
Might have eaten them all? Pish. I WOULD have eaten them all! :p I'm telling you, the big guy above was looking out for me!


Wow, considering the holiday season, everyone is doing so good - Congrats!!

[ABirney]

Well I'm not doing so good here.... I pretty much gave up this week... a bunch of clients brought goodies into the vet clinic, etc... I decided to just start fresh after Christmas. Yikes.
DiscoDiva your post about the cookies reminded me of my mom.... she's usually such a good cook and baker but when we were home last weekend visiting, she was making Christmas cookies and threw them all away because she didn't think they turned out! My DH was sooo dissappointed!

[preppypinkgirl]

Hope you all had a Merry Christmas! I weighed in today and was down 4 pounds! That makes 10 pounds in three weeks. I am so excited. There were so many temptations on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The only thing that kept me on track was knowing I have to try on wedding dresses this week. Good luck to you all this week!!!!!:) :) :)

[ABirney]

Great WI preppypinkgirl!! Have fun trying on dresses!

[APCullip22]

Somehow I managed to lose 1 more pound, thankfully. I guess my biggest problem is not the weight, it's the inches that i've gained since I haven't had time to go to the gym :( I need to make a plan to get 100% OP and back in the gym, ASAP.

Congrats everyone, you're all doing so great! Keep up the good work and thanks so much for all the encouragment in here!

[EmilyZA]

Ugh, I ate everything in sight over the holiday weekend. I am finally back in my routine and back on track today!

[rene']

Well, I'm going to try and get back on track again (for the 3rd time). I will be weighing in on Friday's, my first meeting is tomorrow. I will be back to post my stats.

[DiscoDiva]

Okay ladies, talk me down! Aunt Flo is 3 days late, so I'm having major PMS, and I'm eating everything in sight! How do you get through it when your PMS is making you crave food?

eta: Now I'm 4 days late - argh!!!!!!!

[amorey]

DD- I eat mushrooms out of a can. They fulfill my salty craving but are 0 points. Or else I have celery and hummus or something. Or I hit the gym! Although that's not a great option at 11 o'clock at night... :rolleyes:

[EmilyZA]

I am up 3 pounds this week! I was awful over the Christmas weekend and never really got back on track. I'm looking forward to a fresh start today!

My goal for tomorrow 12/31 was 170 lbs., and last weigh in I was only 1.5 lbs. away! Now I'm 4.5! I know I won't hit it. :(

[rene']

OMG! Why have I let myself get like this?:(

I weighed in at 187!:eek: :eek: :eek: I have never weighed that much except when pregnant. I have got to take control!

Starting weight: 187
Goal weight: 150
Current weight: 187
Pounds lost: 0

I vow to keep with it at least until I reach my goal weight!

[mlfallis]

rene': Welcome. I hope you reach your goal.

Well as of today I have hit my 10% mark. I am not sure how after Christmas, but moving this week was my saver. My next goal is 165 by Feb 14. Wish me luck. I am dreading the drop in points.

[rene']

Thanks mlfallis and congrats on reaching your goal!

O.K., question. My DH doesn't know that I joined WW again (this is my 3rd time). He brought me breakfast in bed this morning. So, my question is, how much damage is a fried egg?:cool:

[ABirney]

Hi all!
Welcome rene!
DD hope the cravings pass soon!
Emily you'll do better next week!
mlfallis yay on reaching your 10%!
As for me, I was shocked to see that I had only gained 0.4# over this past 2 weeks. (I did all my gaining the week before!! LOL!) After tonight's snacking for new yrs eve I will be back on track tomorrow.
Have a great new years everyone!

[dollface]

We just got back from our holiday cruise and somehow I managed to stay the same weight! I wasn't at all careful and drank quite a bit if alcohol but I think all the walking around helped. I did manage to hit the gym twice as well :)

[NJMom]

Hello, can I join your thread?

I just started doing ww on my own yesterday and could definately use the support. My goal is to lose 40lbs that I still haven't lost from my pregnancy. I have 10 1/2 month old twin boys and with their 1st birthday coming up, I think it's about time I get serious with trying to lose these awful pounds. I am also just tired of seeing myself with all this extra weight, not fitting into most of my clothes and just not feeling good about the way I look.

[mb1197]

Can someone tell me how exactly I should measure pasta before it is cooked? I want to count points correctly, but can never figure out how much pasta to make when it's uncooked. Help???

[sportyj]

Howdy Howdy, just checkin in to say I am back on wagon. I fell off hard when there was a death in the family and am the heaviest I have ever been. YUCK!

I have a Question for ya'll What do you do when you finish eating what you have planned and are STILL hungry???

[EmilyZA]

Howdy Howdy, just checkin in to say I am back on wagon. I fell off hard when there was a death in the family and am the heaviest I have ever been. YUCK!

I have a Question for ya'll What do you do when you finish eating what you have planned and are STILL hungry???
I typically try to drink water... the whole "brushing the teeth" thing doesn't help me!

[looch]

If I am still hungry and I have no more points left I:
get up from the table, and do something else
eat a zero point snack, such as celery sticks
take a nap
if all this doesn't work, i will eat something, I figure my body needs it!


on measuring the pasta, i do this with a small scale. I find that smaller pasta, like elbows and pastina give me the illusion that I am eating so much more than just a few ziti!

[mb1197]

on measuring the pasta, i do this with a small scale. I find that smaller pasta, like elbows and pastina give me the illusion that I am eating so much more than just a few ziti!

Thanks. Could you recommend a good scale and where to buy one? Should I measure it when it's uncooked or cooked?

[looch]

I have no idea where I bought my scale, although, it was probably at a kitchen superstore. I measure before it is cooked, because I am usually cooking it for one, and don't like to have the leftovers kicking around, too tempting!

[mb1197]

Thanks for your help!:)

[DiscoDiva]

Pasta tells you on the side of the box that 1 serving uncooked is 2/3 cup or 1 cup.

As far as scales go - get the Weight Watchers scale!!! I've tried a few food scales, and absolutely none is better than the WW scale. It nicer, easier to use, you name it.

[mb1197]

Pasta tells you on the side of the box that 1 serving uncooked is 2/3 cup or 1 cup.

As far as scales go - get the Weight Watchers scale!!! I've tried a few food scales, and absolutely none is better than the WW scale. It nicer, easier to use, you name it.
Do you put your food directly on the scale? Also, any idea how much the WW scale costs?

[trishcutie]

Oh boy, I can't believe I'm writing this down!

I have joined WW online after unsuccessfully trying to lose baby weight on my own. I lost 25 lbs on it back in 2001/2002, but that was 2 kids and a marriage ago! Now I'm plump and motherly, and I hate every minute of it! I'm on the wagon, gals….

Stats:

Tricia
5'5"
Current Weight: 169 - I think hovering at 170 whipped my butt into shape!
Goal Weight: 135

Here we go!

Trish

[DiscoDiva]

Do you put your food directly on the scale? Also, any idea how much the WW scale costs?
The scale has a clear bowl on top, so you can put/pour your food into the bowl. It cost around $30 but was worth every single penny. I've had it for a year and still use it all the time. If it every breaks (which I doubt, because it's well made), I'll buy a new one!

[mb1197]

The scale has a clear bowl on top, so you can put/pour your food into the bowl. It cost around $30 but was worth every single penny. I've had it for a year and still use it all the time. If it every breaks (which I doubt, because it's well made), I'll buy a new one!
Thanks for the tip. There is a WW meeting place down the road that sells supplies. I think I'll head there after work and pick a scale up.

[Foley42]

lost 0.8 this week
total of 15.6

[Smiley124]

Can I join you? I've had success with WW in the past but have never managed to reach my goal or keep the weight off. This time I am going to have to keep reminding myself that this is a lifestyle change and I can never go back to my old habits!

Starting Weight - 171.5

I hate setting a specific # of pounds goal since it makes me feel bad if I don't reach it (no matter how hard you try, it's really out of your control), so my goal is just to stay on program faithfully (no cheating, all my water, fruits/veggies etc) and start working out!

[mlfallis]

lost of 0.5 this week to a total of 20.

[rene']

Happy Friday everyone!

I just came back from my first weigh-in. Here are my stats:

Beginning Weight - 187
Current Weight - 180
Goal Weight - 150
Pounds lost - 8

Pretty good way to get things going! Now, I just have to stick with it!

Have a great weekend!

[looch]

So tonight I tried the chocolate chip cookie recipes that was on the WW site. I mixed up the batch, and only baked 6 in my toaster oven. I formed the rest into a log and it's in the freezer, for slice and bake cookies for later!

They were decent, the only change really was to use light cream cheese in place of butter. At only 1 point each, this recipe is a keeper!

[Anna Low]

Can I join? This is my 3rd time trying WW, and hopefully, it will be the charm.

Start weight: 147.2
Goal weight: 130

Next weigh-in is Wednesday and I have been trying very hard this past week.

One question for the point counters: At one time, there was a "points range" - like 18-22 points per day. Now, it is a minimum of 20 points. If at one time it was ok to have 18 points a day, is that still ok? Sometimes I have a hard time actually eating 20 points per day.

Thanks and good luck to everyone!

-AL

[ABirney]

Hi all, hope everyone is doing well.
I'm doing good... recommited on Friday and have been staying OP pretty good so far. Curious to see what the scale says next week!
Welcome to the newbies and congrats on your losses!!

[NJMom]

I weighed in today (at home) and I lost 4.5 lbs since starting last Monday. I know that I shouldn't complain but I was down another 1.5 lbs 2 days ago but fluctuated back up :(

I was hoping to really get a huge loss my first week but I am determined to stick with it. At least my weight went down! 35.5 lbs to go!

[udsweetpea]

That's an awesome loss, NJMom!

[kuklaki]

hey Guys!!

I am giving the wieght loss thing a try again. I did WW before my wedding last January, and lost about 15 lbs. Well, now I gained those plus some.

ht: 5'6"
Current: 195
Goal: 145
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I am lucky I can carry more weight than most on my frame and it doesn't look like much. But I just want to be able to fit into the clothes already in my closet!! Not to mention the "200" club is one I DON"T want to be apart of :)

Can anyone tell me what the points are for a medium sized orange? I am at work and I don't have access to the online points calculator.

thanks!

[Anna Low]

According to my book, a 3’ diameter orange is 1 point.

[Anna Low]

At the end of the first week:

Start: 147.2
Loss: 2.4
Current: 143.8

Not bad!

-AL

[NJMom]

Great job Anna!

I was sooo good my first week and now I'm only 2 days into my second week and I'm struggling. I keep craving sweets.....:( I'm trying to fight it because I am determined to stick with it this time.

[Anna Low]

Have you tried those Weight Watcher cakes? They are tiny – twinkie sized, but very tasty and only 1 point.

[NJMom]

yes but I didn't like them too much. I do like the ww chocolate caramel bars (also only 1 point) but they just don't always help. I'm still sticking with it and just trying to keep busy when I get real hungry or the cravings kick in.

Thanks for the suggestion!

[Smiley124]

I just finished week one and lost 5.5 pounds! :eek:

Starting - 171.5
Today's Weigh in - 166
Goal - 130

I didn't expect that at all, especially since I've never lost that much in week one (or any week) in the past. I know most of it's probably water, but it definitely keeps me motivated to keep going.

I found a great weight loss tracking chart online if anyone's interested. There's also a fee recipe point counter:

http://www.onmyweigh.com/tools.html

[Smiley124]

There's also a fee recipe point counter:


I meant to say "free". What happened to the edit post option? Am I the only one not seeing it?

[mlfallis]

Well I am down another 2 this week

Starting Weight: 194
This week: 172
Goal:160

[ABirney]

Well I got back on track for the most part this week. Did slip up Wednesday but other than that not too bad! WI today was -4.7!! Let's hope I can keep it up.
Great job to all of you for your losses!!

[bnaseelen2]

I weigh in tomorrow (Saturday) morning. . but I have been BAAAD this week (it was my first week back on it too) . . :(

I will report back after I weigh in tomorrow morning (If I get get my booty out of bed to get there). haha :)

[NJMom]

Wow, great job on your losses for this week everyone! I hope I do as well when I weigh in on Monday!

[Anna Low]

Great job on the weight losses!

Is it true that if you are "bad" once in a while, it isn't necessarily a bad thing? (Why do I ask? I was bad this morning!)

[EmilyZA]

I was down 3 pounds this week, for a total loss of 17 so far!

I'm 11 pounds away from my 2/28 goal, so I really have to be good for the next few weeks!!

[KatieKate]

Hello Ladies,

Back again. I am going to start WW again on Tuesday. Congrats to everyone on the weight loss. It is so encouraging. Last year I lost 15lbs but i gained 8lbs back.:( I havent been able to get myself motivated lately.

So here I go....

Starting Weight: 187
This week: 187
Goal:137
Hopefully with in the next 6-8 months.

[NJMom]

Just weighed in and I am down another 3lbs. That's a total of 7.5lbs for my first two weeks. :) I feel pretty happy that I am really sticking with it this time and at least my weight is going down!

AnnaLow-I think it actually is good to be somewhat bad once in a while to get your body burning calories a little quicker again. Do you use the extra weekly points that ww allows now? I have been trying not to use them too much but used a bunch yesterday because we made meatballs, sauce & pasta yesterday - yum! I still had 11 points left from the weekly 35 so I was still sticking with the plan but was able to enjoy 2 meatballs!

[Smiley124]

Is it true that if you are "bad" once in a while, it isn't necessarily a bad thing?

It depends on what you mean by bad. If you are going over points (meaning you've used all daily, flex, etc.) then yea, I'd say it's bad in the sense that you might not see results on the scale. But if you mean bad as in using more flex than normal, that can be good! There are several theories (including the popular "Wendy Plan") that if you mix up your points a lot (22 one day and then 30 the next) you keep your metabolism guessing which supposedly results in better weight loss. I hope that makes sense. Google "the wendy plan" and you'll find lots of info!

On another note, I'm done another pound today- yay!!! Official WI isn't 'til Thursday though. Hopefully by then I'll be down another .5 or a pound.

Today I hope to stary working out. I am really good at the food portion of WW but I have a really hard time with exercise. I always find an excuse not to! Ick!

[DiscoDiva]

I'm on Lifetime, and I have been for about 14 months. There have been times when I have been very bad! And you know what? That's okay!

I couldn't keep my weight down by being perfect all the time, and that's not what WW is about. There have been days when I've eaten 5 pb&j sandwiches, days when I've eaten what I swear would be half a cake, and days when I've eaten about a thousand cookies. Sometimes I need to do that, as it keeps me sane. When I first got to Lifetime, I allowed myself one day a month to go crazy and eat everything I wanted. I've since stopped doing that and I have occasional indulgences when I want them.

To me, bad every once in a while can be a good thing. :) If you start being 'bad' every other day, then that's a whole 'nother story.

[Anna Low]

Here is how I was "bad".....we went out to breakfast. Then, we went out to lunch/dinner (430pm-ish) and I had several rolls that were slathered in butter. Real butter. Anyway, I was pretty good the next day - stayed within my points.

But, here are two problems. The first is that I am having a hard time eating a full 20 points per day. Even before WW, I didn't eat all that badly. Lots of salads, fresh vegetables, etc. My problem was really portion control and desserts. I have a fondness for desserts! Anyway, now, I am still eating the fresh veggies and have substituted the regular bread with lite, regular cheese with 2%, regular dressing with lite, etc. So, I still basically eat the same things, but the point count has really dropped. And, unless I literally snack all day long, I am having trouble balancing getting enough to eat with getting enough points.

The second problem is that I think I have some kind of bug today. I feel like crap crap crap. Will probably get all of today's points in the form of Pepto.

[bamboo]

I have never done WW before but am seriously thinking about joining. I have about 30 pounds of baby weight I really need to lose, and am breastfeeding (pretty much exclusively) so haven't had much success with other diets. I'm hungry all the time and my milk supply dips down if I just cut calories or restrict carbs.

I have a few questions before shelling out the money though- any help is much appreciated!
I'd be doing the online version, not in person meetings. I don't have a scale at home, would it be a good idea to get one? And do I need a food scale? How difficult is it to calculate points? My big question is how can I tell which program (Core or Flex) would be better for me? I think my big hurdles are that I have a sweet tooth and portion control. I wind up grabbing a lot of carbs because my food prep time is fairly limited with an 8 month old.

I want to join as I've heard many positive stories, I'm just worried about spending the money and finding that it's too complex for me to incorporate into my life.

[mlfallis]

bamboo: This is what I would suggest, just my suggestiong though ;)

I would buy a scale, but not a food scale to begin. Alot of items you can measure with normal kitchen items (1 cup, 1 tsp, etc) I would start on the Flex plan as it allows you to get a bit of sweets in, as long as you make sure to track them. It isn't difficult to calculate the points, you can even add your own recipies to see what they are, plus they have lots of really good ones on the website for you to try.

HTH

[bamboo]

oh yeah, adding my own recipes is a big one since I make 95% of our food. Thanks, that reassures me a bit!

[dollface]

I've hit a plateau - it sucks! I have been at 116 for the past few weeks. So this week I am going to cut out refined carbs after dark and see what happens. I thought about combining SBD and WW since I did do well on SBD but I don't think I could handle the induction phase again (giving up fruit is the worst).

[DiscoDiva]

I hit many plateaus on my way to lifetime, and a big binge always helped me get out of them, though I wouldn't advise that. :o

I've been doing the typical Lifetimer pound creep of 2-3 pounds, and I lost 1.8 today - woo hoo!

[EmilyZA]

I am having a really bad week. :( Work has been really stressful, and I started taking a cake decorating class which is THE WORST!! I mean, the class is awesome, but I'm surrounded by cake and icing!!

I weigh in Friday morning and I'm dreading it. I need to count tomorrow!

[Smiley124]

Some great losses, and those of you who are struggling - hang in there!!!

I had my week 2 weigh-in today and lost another 1.5 for a total of 7 pounds so far. Gotta keep it up! :)

[rene']

I forgot to check in last week. I only lost a pound.:( But, hey, it's better than nothing and AF was on her way. So, hopefully, tomorrow's weigh in will be better.

Starting Weight: 187
Current Weight: 179
Goal Weight: 155
Pounds lost to date: 8
24 more to go!

Congrats to everyone that's lost and hang in there to everyone that's struggling!

EmilyZA ~ I would be in so much trouble if I were in your shoes! I love cake and icing! It would just be bad...... :p

[nolagirl]

Hi Everyone,

I would love to join this thread! I joined WW last week and had my first weigh-in today. So far I'm really happy with the program. I did it before (when it was winning points) and lost. I hated that I was eating a ton of FF/processed foods though, so I think I am going to try Core this time around. We'll see how it goes! Here are my stats:

SW: 191.6 (ugh!)
CW: 185
GW: 140
Pounds to go: 45

[DiscoDiva]

Welcome nolagirl - you can do it!!

[bamboo]

Okay I joined up!

Starting weight: 191 (last Friday)
Goal weight: 155 (but really just to fit back into my pre-pregnancy clothes)

I'm doing the Flex plan online and so far (two whole days ;) ) I'm liking it. I need to get together a meal plan and shopping list for going to the store this weekend and I'm finding the online resources really helpful.

[NJMom]

Great loss for your first week nolagirl! I am jealous! I'm halfway through my third week so I am still pretty early on too.

When I am having a tough day sometimes, coming here helps to keep me on track. This may sound silly but the ww commercial also helps motivate me even though I am not going to meetings. ;)

[kuklaki]

Hey all,

Congrats on those who are losing! Keeps me motivated, you know?

Well, I WI yesterday, 4 lbs down! Woo-hoo!! I love the 1st week, it always makes you so opimistic.

Starting: 195
Goal: 145
Now: 191

Only 46 more to go!!

[mlfallis]

Well after losing 22 pounds without gaining, today I gained 2 pounds at WI. I am hoping this gets my butt back to work, but I am worried that I am going to quit. Thankfully FH is home this weekend and he will keep in on OP.

[rene']

Hello ladies! I weighed in and I'm down 2 pounds. A little disappointing, I thought I would do better after I only lost 1 last week. Oh well, a loss is a loss.

Starting Weight: 187
Current Weight: 177
Pounds lost: 10
Goal Weight: 150 (I changed my goal weight)
Pounds to go: 30

Have a great weekend!

[nolagirl]

Thanks Disco Diva/ NJMom!

Congrats to everyone who lost this week. (NJ Mom, I laughed outloud at your comment about the WW commercials.....the cheezy Cher song one totally inspired me to join! "More than one woman feels like the fattest woman in the room......!")

[EmilyZA]

I posted earlier this week about having a tough week, but it ended up working out somehow-- I was down 1.5!

SW: 188 (9.25.05)
CW: 169.5 (.3 away from my 10%!)
Goal: 145-150ish

[Anna Low]

Congrats to all who lost this week!

I am down a bit, but I think it was more illness related.

Start: 147.2
Current: 141.6
Total loss: 5.6

Keep up the good work everyone.

-AL

[Ferris]

Yikes.. I have posted in forever!! I am still on the program, and after 2 months of only losing .2 and .4, I switched to core and lost 3.2 this week!!

SW:166
CW:145
Lost: 21
GW: 135

[mobox]

Hey friends...been a while since I've visited. I'm back on track!!!:D I had gotten back up to almost my starting weight of Oct 02. Bad news and very disheartening. But I'm back on track and losing and very happy and comitted.

SW: 161.5
WI 1/7/06: 159
LW: 157.2
TW: 155.2

Goals this week: Water!!!! Exercise!!!!

[NJMom]

Well, I WI this am and I am down another 3lbs so my total loss is 10.5 lbs - yea! I am 3.5 lbs away from my goal for the end of January!

I was actually bad the past few days so I was afraid I wouldn't lose much, if any, but now I will be back on track to keep losing!

[ladydi102]

I just started this also...can't wait to see what happens

[Amuse Bouche]

Hey -- I started WW (again) at the beginning of January, and I'm doing Core online (no meetings. Who has time?) So far I've lost about 8 lbs., which is excellent, but I get a sense things are about to slow down.

[chortles]

Can someone remind me - what's the website online where you can track your points? Does Fitday do it? Or is there a better one now?

[jengen]

Hi! Newbie here. Gotta lose the rest of the baby weight +5 lbs, so my goal is to lose a total of 25 lbs. I joined WW online and lied about breastfeeding because for some reason you can't do the newmom program online, but I don't have time to go to the meetings in person. I'm not really trying to strictly diet, so much as to just get back on track with healthy eating, which is now going on 11 months ago. When pregnant, I was always starving and overate and then now while BF'ing, I thought I could eat whatever I wanted because I burn an extra 500 calories a day and then came the holiday eating....and before I knew it, I hadn't lost a pound since he was 2 weeks old. Just one day of being on WW helped me to realize I'd been consuming an insane amount of food, BF'ing or not! My "healthy" breakfast was 15 points, not counting the juice I sometimes drank with it!!! :eek: :eek:
I'm hoping this thread will help motivate me as well. Good thing I had this kid in the winter! ;)

[allison]

Joining in. DH and I would like to start TTC sometime this year and I have some serious weight to lose before I'll consider starting so I joined WW for the first time today. I'm doing WW Online and I'm going to do my best to keep up with this thread for support. Thanks for starting this thread! Reading through it really confirmed to me that WW is the way to go for me and I love reading everyone's posts.

So here I go...I'm gonna type it...

SW: 220 ouch!
GW: 150
Height: 5'4"

I would like to go lower for my goal weight, but this is my goal right now.
On top of WW I'm continuing my work outs. On Monday's and Wednesday's I work with a Pilates instructor for an hour each day and on Tuesday's I work with a weight trainer for an hour. Along with that I do 30 minutes to an hour of cardio each of those days. Wish me luck!!