Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[acf_1991]

Has anyone tried doing WW without actually paying for the program? I really would like to do WW but we are on a budget right now and I figured I can do WW on my own if I know how many points I am allowed per day. Is there any way I can do this on my own or am I just dreaming?
I was also curious, does everyone that does WW have to eat from the WW recipes? Is the only way to know how much something is worth is by doing WW? I'm not trying to be cheap, I just really am on a budget but am super convinced that WW would really help.
Please help, I'm running out of options.

 

[mrzrich]

Has anyone tried doing WW without actually paying for the program? I really would like to do WW but we are on a budget right now and I figured I can do WW on my own if I know how many points I am allowed per day. Is there any way I can do this on my own or am I just dreaming?
I was also curious, does everyone that does WW have to eat from the WW recipes? Is the only way to know how much something is worth is by doing WW? I'm not trying to be cheap, I just really am on a budget but am super convinced that WW would really help.
Please help, I'm running out of options.

You can get the starter kit off ebay for about $60. If you go this route you MST be sure to get a kit that includes the points plus calculator. BUT...a better route would be to pay for at least ONE MEETING.

When you go to your first meeting you can buy the calculator for about $12. You are given a getting started guide and you will have the option of buying the other books as well. At the end of the meeting, the leader will take new members aside and teach them how to do the program. What you do after that is up to you. You'll have the materials and a basic idea of how to do the program.

With WW there is no special food to buy. You just use the calculator to figure out the points plus values of the foods you eat.

 

[mrzrich]

Hi. My name is Toni-Ann and I am a food addict. It has been 10 hours since my last pig out. I purposely skipped my meeting last night because I didn't want to know how much damage I had caused. Today I will be more conscientious of what I put in my mouth and track every bite.

 

[cepmom]

Hi. My name is Toni-Ann and I am a food addict. It has been 10 hours since my last pig out. I purposely skipped my meeting last night because I didn't want to know how much damage I had caused. Today I will be more conscientious of what I put in my mouth and track every bite.

hang in there Toni-Ann...new day today!

 

[sjms71]

Has anyone tried doing WW without actually paying for the program? I really would like to do WW but we are on a budget right now and I figured I can do WW on my own if I know how many points I am allowed per day. Is there any way I can do this on my own or am I just dreaming?
I was also curious, does everyone that does WW have to eat from the WW recipes? Is the only way to know how much something is worth is by doing WW? I'm not trying to be cheap, I just really am on a budget but am super convinced that WW would really help.
Please help, I'm running out of options.

You can get the starter kit off ebay for about $60. If you go this route you MST be sure to get a kit that includes the points plus calculator. BUT...a better route would be to pay for at least ONE MEETING.

When you go to your first meeting you can buy the calculator for about $12. You are given a getting started guide and you will have the option of buying the other books as well. At the end of the meeting, the leader will take new members aside and teach them how to do the program. What you do after that is up to you. You'll have the materials and a basic idea of how to do the program.

With WW there is no special food to buy. You just use the calculator to figure out the points plus values of the foods you eat.

I agree, I would go to one meeting, get supplies you need, stay for the getting started meeting after the regular meeting. Good luck

 

[NC State]

Hi. My name is Toni-Ann and I am a food addict. It has been 10 hours since my last pig out. I purposely skipped my meeting last night because I didn't want to know how much damage I had caused. Today I will be more conscientious of what I put in my mouth and track every bite.

Don't give up! You have lost 62 lbs and you're over half way....you can do it

 

[NC State]

After a stressed filled week (co-worker passing) I went to WI last night. I lost 1.2 lbs for a total of 20.2 lbs. I also made my 10% goal, so glad that I made it to the meeting. I was also hating to tell about Paula to the leader (Tonia). Paula had signed up for the monthly pass so Tonia is going to cancel everything and refund her money to Paula's girls.

Keep up the good work girls, life is short, make the most of it!

 

[sjms71]

Hi. My name is Toni-Ann and I am a food addict. It has been 10 hours since my last pig out. I purposely skipped my meeting last night because I didn't want to know how much damage I had caused. Today I will be more conscientious of what I put in my mouth and track every bite.

First , Second BRAVO for moving forward!!

 

[sjms71]

After a stressed filled week (co-worker passing) I went to WI last night. I lost 1.2 lbs for a total of 20.2 lbs. I also made my 10% goal, so glad that I made it to the meeting. I was also hating to tell about Paula to the leader (Tonia). Paula had signed up for the monthly pass so Tonia is going to cancel everything and refund her money to Paula's girls.

Keep up the good work girls, life is short, make the most of it!

Again, sorry about your co-worker.

Great Job on the 10%, you must feel amazing 20 is a lot to lose. Keep going you can do it!!

 

[sjms71]

Well, I will be off to weigh in soon and I am up. It's one of those weeks that is like Huh, how'd that happen. Again, I have no idea why the scale is up but it is what it is. It just makes me mad cause at least if I was going to be up I wish I would have eaten something really yummy. Will let you know what the "official" number is when I get back.

 

[Sandi]

Well, I will be off to weigh in soon and I am up. It's one of those weeks that is like Huh, how'd that happen. Again, I have no idea why the scale is up but it is what it is. It just makes me mad cause at least if I was going to be up I wish I would have eaten something really yummy. Will let you know what the "official" number is when I get back.

But you'll feel so much better after you face the WW scale and do your meeting. I'm proud of you Stephanie -- and I know just how you feel.

Okay, one of these days I'm going to post some photos. I'm just not a person who likes to be in pictures, so there aren't a lot of them with me. And, I don't keep them on my laptop -- they're on DD16's and DH's. But, I said I would do it after our April WDW trip and I didn't. Maybe that will be a weekend project. Thanks for the reminder.

Hey Toni-Ann, how'd your trip go?

 

[sjms71]

But you'll feel so much better after you face the WW scale and do your meeting. I'm proud of you Stephanie -- and I know just how you feel.

Okay, one of these days I'm going to post some photos. I'm just not a person who likes to be in pictures, so there aren't a lot of them with me. And, I don't keep them on my laptop -- they're on DD16's and DH's. But, I said I would do it after our April WDW trip and I didn't. Maybe that will be a weekend project. Thanks for the reminder.

Hey Toni-Ann, how'd your trip go?

Thanks, Sandi, I know you and a lot of people get the frustration. I was up .8 today. Not sure why but whatever, I am going on vacation as of this weekend. Anyway, you are an inspiration too and I can't wait to see some photos.

 

[Sandi]

Thanks, Sandi, I know you and a lot of people get the frustration. I was up .8 today. Not sure why but whatever, I am going on vacation as of this weekend. Anyway, you are an inspiration too and I can't wait to see some photos.

You are so sweet. Those "up weeks" with no logical basis are hard to take. But it's the long term results that matter. My leader always has us look at a whole month or more to see what's "really" going on. And, darn her, she is usually right!

I forgot to answer your question earlier about watching carbs. Yes, I have been paying a lot more attention to my carb intake and I think it is making a difference. I did have two hamburger buns during the last week (when I was down 0.4) and I had pretty much cut out bread the week before when I lost 2.4. So, even with only a two week test, I believe the carb intake will make a difference, so I'm just going to be more aware.

I hope you have a fabulous vacation. Check in with us while you're gone if you can. And, as you consider a "bad" choice, think about you DISboards WW friends. (Of course, we'll all support you in whatever you choose, but the fact that you think about it is an NSV!)

 

[Barbaramomof4]

2nd weigh in tonight and I am soo nervous! I really hope I have a decent number. I need it for motivation. I have worked hard this week so crossing my fingers!

 

[Sandi]

2nd weigh in tonight and I am soo nervous! I really hope I have a decent number. I need it for motivation. I have worked hard this week so crossing my fingers!

I hope it goes well for you Barbara. We're all rooting for you!

 

[Dahly]

Hi All...I am back on WW for the third time in about 8 years...had my week 2 weigh in tonight and I am down 2.8lbs. I am really liking the points plus program. I have read through the last few pages of this thread and it seems like a really supportive group..which is def something I need.

looking forward to talking to y'all!

dahly

 

[BabyTigger99]

Oh man, I have not one, but TWO new favorite snacks. The first is Special K cracker chips in sour cream and onion flavor. You get 27 chips for 3 points, and they are yummy! The other is a mini bag of 94% Fat Free microwave popcorn with almond oil drizzled on it. Super yummy, and it gets your healthy oils in! The popcorn and oil is 4 points!

 

[disbabyndaddy]

After a stressed filled week (co-worker passing) I went to WI last night. I lost 1.2 lbs for a total of 20.2 lbs. I also made my 10% goal, so glad that I made it to the meeting.

YAY!! Congratulations, that's wonderful...especially after such a tough week.

Well, I will be off to weigh in soon and I am up. It's one of those weeks that is like Huh, how'd that happen. Again, I have no idea why the scale is up but it is what it is. It just makes me mad cause at least if I was going to be up I wish I would have eaten something really yummy. Will let you know what the "official" number is when I get back.

LOL...I think the same thing! Or if I wasn't down much, that's I'd have lost more if I only hadn't even "x".

2nd weigh in tonight and I am soo nervous! I really hope I have a decent number. I need it for motivation. I have worked hard this week so crossing my fingers!

How did WI go??

Hi All...I am back on WW for the third time in about 8 years...had my week 2 weigh in tonight and I am down 2.8lbs. I am really liking the points plus program. I have read through the last few pages of this thread and it seems like a really supportive group..which is def something I need.

looking forward to talking to y'all!

dahly

Welcome aboard!

Oh man, I have not one, but TWO new favorite snacks. The first is Special K cracker chips in sour cream and onion flavor. You get 27 chips for 3 points, and they are yummy! The other is a mini bag of 94% Fat Free microwave popcorn with almond oil drizzled on it. Super yummy, and it gets your healthy oils in! The popcorn and oil is 4 points!

I LOVE the Special K Cracker Chips!! Especially that you can have so many. Most of the time, I only eat 20g, which is 2pts and save. SO good!

My WI this morning went well...down 2.2 for the week and really happy! Especially since I had my first taste of Taco Bell since January...Mmmmm! The Rancho(?) Fresco Chicken Soft Tacos are only 4pts each...tasted SO good!

Here's to smart choices this weekend!

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

I'm all set to make this recipe for dinner tonight, however, there are no instructions on what to do with the sauce. Do I marinate the chicken in it, use it to baste the chicken while it's cooking or dip the chicken in it after it's on our plates? Or are there any other suggestions? Dinner is in 3 1/2 hours. Thanks for your help.

http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/index.aspx?recipeId=80461

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

I weighed in on Wednesday but didn't stay for my meeting. I made the transition from jeans to shorts and was down 1.0lb. I think I'll keep doing my official monthly WI wearing jeans but I'll do the rest of them in shorts.