Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[DVCBELLE]

Here's to May - it's going to be a better month!

I hope you have a better May too! The positive attitude is a good start!

Last night I went out with some friends - one who does WW but not good at staying on plan. And one who is a lifetime member but has gained her weight back and is rejoining on Monday - we have decided to buddy up and train for a 1/2 marathon in the fall and if all goes well do the princess next year!! I am excited to have them to do this with! I think some of our other friends will join in too so I think that will be a great motivator to get moving!!!!

 

[cepmom]

Ok, I am ready for the month of April to be OVER!!!

This month has been a total bust for me:

* I fracture the outside bone in my foot last Saturday - can't exercise, no running for 6-8 weeks (I am so upset over this - I was doing so good with my training), this injury has sent me into a eating frenzy

*I weigh 2.2 pounds more today than April 1st - have played with the same 5 pounds all month - up and down

*Did not have one week were I was on program - some good days, but more bad days eating too much. I am an all or nothing type person - once I go off track, I stay off track the rest of the day - self sabotage at its best.

*and entirely too much rain - not mention the small tornado that went through our town on Thursday (scary for us, I can't imagine what it was like in Alabama - praying for them).

One good thing was that I was able to get back to my normal meeting this morning, which seemed to help me for a bit - but then went to a picnic this afternoon and indulged too much once again!!!

Thank you for letting me get all that off me chest - I have been tempted so many times this month to throw in the towel, but I have come too far to do that, so tomorrow morning is MAY 1st - I am counting my blessings, erasing the past and my mistakes and moving into a new month with a new attitude.

Here's to May - it's going to be a better month!

hang in there Tammy! I'm sorry about your foot fracture! that stinks. I had a probelm with plantar fascitis a couple years ago and had to stop working out for a bit too. I felt lost and went through the same thing with the self sabotage The only thing I can say is do not throw in the towel!! Just do the best you can. Can you do some other kind of exercise, maybe yoga or some resistance exercises so at least you're doing something but still allowing the foot to heal?

 

[Sandi]

Yes, here's to May! May it bring us the strength and encouragement we need to do what is best for ourselves.

 

[DisMomme]

Yes, here's to May! May it bring us the strength and encouragement we need to do what is best for ourselves.

Hear, hear!

 

[NC State]

Yes, here's to May! May it bring us the strength and encouragement we need to do what is best for ourselves.

Great encouragement, thank you!

 

[Fall1]

On the bad side of things...our house sale fell through last night, BUT on the good side of things....
I'm really excited today!! The pair of jean I put on this morning were really too big, so I pulled out a pair that are 2 sizes down that haven't fit in at least a year and a half to see how far off I am from them fitting and.....THEY FIT!!!! I am so excited!!! Wore them all day!

 

[Alice_in_Wonderland]

On the bad side of things...our house sale fell through last night, BUT on the good side of things....
I'm really excited today!! The pair of jean I put on this morning were really too big, so I pulled out a pair that are 2 sizes down that haven't fit in at least a year and a half to see how far off I am from them fitting and.....THEY FIT!!!! I am so excited!!! Wore them all day!

Sorry to hear about your house situation but so happy that you got those jeans on! Congrats!!

Question-do you all use all of your weekly points? I haven't used any so far (I just started the plan on Wednesday) but I have eaten all of today's points and I am dying for some chocolate. Would you use your weekly points or just suck it up?? thanks!!!

 

[Fall1]

Sorry to hear about your house situation but so happy that you got those jeans on! Congrats!!

Question-do you all use all of your weekly points? I haven't used any so far (I just started the plan on Wednesday) but I have eaten all of today's points and I am dying for some chocolate. Would you use your weekly points or just suck it up?? thanks!!!

I always eat my weekly points, usually on pizza, ice cream or a beer

 

[sjms71]

Ok, I am ready for the month of April to be OVER!!!

This month has been a total bust for me:

* I fracture the outside bone in my foot last Saturday - can't exercise, no running for 6-8 weeks (I am so upset over this - I was doing so good with my training), this injury has sent me into a eating frenzy

*I weigh 2.2 pounds more today than April 1st - have played with the same 5 pounds all month - up and down

*Did not have one week were I was on program - some good days, but more bad days eating too much. I am an all or nothing type person - once I go off track, I stay off track the rest of the day - self sabotage at its best.

*and entirely too much rain - not mention the small tornado that went through our town on Thursday (scary for us, I can't imagine what it was like in Alabama - praying for them).

One good thing was that I was able to get back to my normal meeting this morning, which seemed to help me for a bit - but then went to a picnic this afternoon and indulged too much once again!!!

Thank you for letting me get all that off me chest - I have been tempted so many times this month to throw in the towel, but I have come too far to do that, so tomorrow morning is MAY 1st - I am counting my blessings, erasing the past and my mistakes and moving into a new month with a new attitude.

Here's to May - it's going to be a better month!

Tammy, my best friend called me the other day to say a tornado went through Palmyra again!!! I told her that town is jinxed with tornado's. Hang in there better days are ahead.

Yes, here's to May! May it bring us the strength and encouragement we need to do what is best for ourselves.

On the bad side of things...our house sale fell through last night, BUT on the good side of things....
I'm really excited today!! The pair of jean I put on this morning were really too big, so I pulled out a pair that are 2 sizes down that haven't fit in at least a year and a half to see how far off I am from them fitting and.....THEY FIT!!!! I am so excited!!! Wore them all day!

Sorry about the house, but kuddos to smaller jeans .

 

[Alice_in_Wonderland]

I always eat my weekly points, usually on pizza, ice cream or a beer

Thanks Fall1 !

 

[dthogue]

hang in there Tammy! I'm sorry about your foot fracture! that stinks. I had a probelm with plantar fascitis a couple years ago and had to stop working out for a bit too. I felt lost and went through the same thing with the self sabotage The only thing I can say is do not throw in the towel!! Just do the best you can. Can you do some other kind of exercise, maybe yoga or some resistance exercises so at least you're doing something but still allowing the foot to heal?

I've had plantar fascitis too - terrible pain too! I'm going to try swimming, water jogging and water aerobics - love the pool!! I was thinking about yoga - what is the difference between yoga and pilates? Anyone know?

Yes, here's to May! May it bring us the strength and encouragement we need to do what is best for ourselves.

amen sister!

On the bad side of things...our house sale fell through last night, BUT on the good side of things....
I'm really excited today!! The pair of jean I put on this morning were really too big, so I pulled out a pair that are 2 sizes down that haven't fit in at least a year and a half to see how far off I am from them fitting and.....THEY FIT!!!! I am so excited!!! Wore them all day!

sorry about the house - congrats on the jeans!

Tammy, my best friend called me the other day to say a tornado went through Palmyra again!!! I told her that town is jinxed with tornado's. Hang in there better days are ahead.

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Between the sinkholes and the tornados, I feel like I am going to be blown away or swallowed up by the ground - not sure which is worse

 

[Sandi]

On the bad side of things...our house sale fell through last night, BUT on the good side of things....
I'm really excited today!! The pair of jean I put on this morning were really too big, so I pulled out a pair that are 2 sizes down that haven't fit in at least a year and a half to see how far off I am from them fitting and.....THEY FIT!!!! I am so excited!!! Wore them all day!

Isn't that the best feeling in the world?! Congratulations. That is an NSV that is better than a number.

Sorry to hear about your house situation but so happy that you got those jeans on! Congrats!!

Question-do you all use all of your weekly points? I haven't used any so far (I just started the plan on Wednesday) but I have eaten all of today's points and I am dying for some chocolate. Would you use your weekly points or just suck it up?? thanks!!!

I use my weekly points and often have to dip into my activity points, too. If I really needed some chocolate, I'd get the chocolate and slowly enjoy it.

 

[mommykds]

Question-do you all use all of your weekly points? I haven't used any so far (I just started the plan on Wednesday) but I have eaten all of today's points and I am dying for some chocolate. Would you use your weekly points or just suck it up?? thanks!!!

Some weeks I do & some I do not...I do find I lose alittle more when I do not use them. However since this is a life style change we all need to have a treat once in awhile so as not to feel deprived. So if you are craving chocolate have some & just count it..don't deprive yourself..enjoy & savor your chocolate...yum.

I like the dove dark chocolate peices..portion control & lots of flavor. Good luck.

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

Sorry to hear about your house situation but so happy that you got those jeans on! Congrats!!

Question-do you all use all of your weekly points? I haven't used any so far (I just started the plan on Wednesday) but I have eaten all of today's points and I am dying for some chocolate. Would you use your weekly points or just suck it up?? thanks!!!

When I first joined WW, I was afraid to used them because I thought I might not lose any weight. I joined in September and it took until sometime in January to actually use all of them. Now, I use every single one and sometimes, I use a few that I dont have! I cant get through my week now without them and I probably use most of them on chocolate.

 

[DVCBELLE]

I weighed in today and was up .4 - I am so bummed b/c I only needed to lose .6 to hit my first 10 pounds! But it is that time of the month so I guess there really is nothing I can do about it. I stayed on plan. Hopefully I will easily lose it this week once my period is over!

 

[Sandi]

I weighed in today and was up .4 - I am so bummed b/c I only needed to lose .6 to hit my first 10 pounds! But it is that time of the month so I guess there really is nothing I can do about it. I stayed on plan. Hopefully I will easily lose it this week once my period is over!

Don't get down on yourself. It will show up on the scales later. The important thing is to keep being good to yourself by following the plan. Here's a hug to keep you going.

 

[bigsis1970]

Weighed in on Saturday -- Lost 1.6 making my total in 5 weeks 5.5 !!!! I am super excited to have hit my first 5 lbs..

 

[DWGal210]

Congrats to all on their losses - that's great!!! And welcome to the new folks

I was down another lb this week - so 15 total!!! So pumped!! I am wearing jeans today that I should probably now get rid of - too big!!

I was surprised at the loss since I used ALL of my points this week, daily & weekly. I'm getting my monthly visitor & I'm usually ravenous that week before.

Everyone have a great day!!!

- Katie

 

[Alice_in_Wonderland]

Mommykds & CdnBuzzFan (and everyone else)-Thank you for the encouragement!

Congrats to everyone who had a loss this week.

DVCBELLE-Sorry your weigh in wasn't what you had wanted but when TOM is around there is not much you can do. I literally gain 5lbs that week every month. I think I will take a pass at the scale that week! I am sure next week you will be well rewarded !!!!


Have a great week everyone!!!!

 

[robinb]

Hi guys! I did OK (for me ) over the weekend. I still have some weekly points left over plus 9 AP points I have not eaten. That includes a 31 point Amazing Race Swiss dinner last night with raclette and chocolate fondue. I finished W3 on the C25K program and now onto Week 4 today. Wish me luck.

I just measured myself and entered it into my tracker. I didn't measure last month, so I looked at the difference from 3/3 - 5/1. I lost NO weight. I weigh the same as I did 2 months ago. BIG bummer! However (and THIS is why I measure) I lost fractions of inches off of everything for a total of 2.88 inches lost. Three cheers for NSVs!