Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[BabyTigger99]

I was just looking through my tracker today, and I realized that I have gotten in exercise every day for the last 23 days!! Granted some days are more exercise than others, like last night I was at the Y for an hour and a half doing weight lifting, walking, and Zumba class (had time to kill while DS was at football practice), and a few nights were just 45 minutes on a stationary bike, but I have made the effort every night for 23 nights!

 

[mrzrich]

Up 2.6 at WI tonight. Expected to be more after my vacation last week.

I am really getting tired of my meetings. Since I've been a member for over a year, the topics have recycled themselves and I'm getting a bit bored.

I've also come to the realization that I know the program better than my leader. She showed up at the meeting with the OLE tortillas one night all proud of herself for finding a 1 point tortilla. I said "Are the carbs 7?" YES, "Is the Fiber 12?" YES. "well thats imposible, fiber is a carb, so fiber can't be more than the carbs" She just stared blankly at me.

Last week she annouced to the meeting that her other meeting had told her about a 1 point light beer. I asked how they calculated the points. She said with the calculator. I told her that the getting started book and the online materials all say you can't calculate alcohol points with the calculator. Again I got a blank stare.

My meeting time is really the only time that works for me.

I am thinking of switching to online membership. It would cost less, and I'd still have you guys to lean on.

 

[NC State]

Up 2.6 at WI tonight. Expected to be more after my vacation last week.

I am really getting tired of my meetings. Since I've been a member for over a year, the topics have recycled themselves and I'm getting a bit bored.

I've also come to the realization that I know the program better than my leader. She showed up at the meeting with the OLE tortillas one night all proud of herself for finding a 1 point tortilla. I said "Are the carbs 7?" YES, "Is the Fiber 12?" YES. "well thats imposible, fiber is a carb, so fiber can't be more than the carbs" She just stared blankly at me.

Last week she annouced to the meeting that her other meeting had told her about a 1 point light beer. I asked how they calculated the points. She said with the calculator. I told her that the getting started book and the online materials all say you can't calculate alcohol points with the calculator. Again I got a blank stare.

My meeting time is really the only time that works for me.

I am thinking of switching to online membership. It would cost less, and I'd still have you guys to lean on.

Maybe you can find a new meeting place with a new leader. Don't give up...

 

[contempory4me]

It sounds like everyone is having a great week!
Accomplishments can be found in many forms not neccessarily just weightloss. Pior to WW, I would easily gain 5 lbs during vaca, eating way too much. Since WW I find myself being more active on vaca- like trying Stand-up paddleboarding. I also find myself packing a lunch for the family rather than eating out at each meal which saves money too. now back from vaca, I am right back on track.
Thanks for all the inspiration follow WW!!
Kate

 

[NC State]

Well after gaining 4 oz last week, I lost 1 lb this week! That brings me to a total of 26.6 lbs. I filled up with more carrots and fruit so I wasn't hungry. What is so surprising is that we ate out five times in one week. I had Chinese on Friday night and then had a cook out Saturday night (hamburger & pizza) I did pass on the birthday cake. Thank you everyone for your support, it's a journey.

 

[cepmom]

Up 2.6 at WI tonight. Expected to be more after my vacation last week.

I am really getting tired of my meetings. Since I've been a member for over a year, the topics have recycled themselves and I'm getting a bit bored.

I've also come to the realization that I know the program better than my leader. She showed up at the meeting with the OLE tortillas one night all proud of herself for finding a 1 point tortilla. I said "Are the carbs 7?" YES, "Is the Fiber 12?" YES. "well thats imposible, fiber is a carb, so fiber can't be more than the carbs" She just stared blankly at me.

Last week she annouced to the meeting that her other meeting had told her about a 1 point light beer. I asked how they calculated the points. She said with the calculator. I told her that the getting started book and the online materials all say you can't calculate alcohol points with the calculator. Again I got a blank stare.

My meeting time is really the only time that works for me.

I am thinking of switching to online membership. It would cost less, and I'd still have you guys to lean on.

Toni Ann..that's really discouraging hearing these things about your leader It's hard to have faith in someone that seems so clueless. I do have to say not all leaders are created equally....I have had some really bad leaders and some really great leaders that really know their stuff, lead fun, informative meetings etc. Are there any other locations in your area? It seems around here we have tons to choose from, all different days of the week. The only thing about online membership is you can not become a Lifetime member since you don't weigh in at a WW location. But maybe if you do online until you get close to your goal (I forget how much more you are trying to lose??) then rejoin at a location and become Lifetime at that time??

 

[cepmom]

I'm back from my Wednesday WI and am down 1.8. I'm very happy with that. Of course, I was here at the beginning of June and have been playing with this same 5 pounds for too long, but I think I'm finally on the right trajectory again. I won't be weighing in next week since I'll be at WDW, but I'm hopeful that I might be even closer to goal when I get back. I'm officially 1.6 pounds from my goal.

1.6 to GOAL!! You rock Sandi...you'll get there very soon! have an awesome trip too!

 

[Sandi]

Up 2.6 at WI tonight. Expected to be more after my vacation last week.

I am really getting tired of my meetings. Since I've been a member for over a year, the topics have recycled themselves and I'm getting a bit bored.

I've also come to the realization that I know the program better than my leader. She showed up at the meeting with the OLE tortillas one night all proud of herself for finding a 1 point tortilla. I said "Are the carbs 7?" YES, "Is the Fiber 12?" YES. "well thats imposible, fiber is a carb, so fiber can't be more than the carbs" She just stared blankly at me.

Last week she annouced to the meeting that her other meeting had told her about a 1 point light beer. I asked how they calculated the points. She said with the calculator. I told her that the getting started book and the online materials all say you can't calculate alcohol points with the calculator. Again I got a blank stare.

My meeting time is really the only time that works for me.

I am thinking of switching to online membership. It would cost less, and I'd still have you guys to lean on.

Toni Ann..that's really discouraging hearing these things about your leader It's hard to have faith in someone that seems so clueless. I do have to say not all leaders are created equally....I have had some really bad leaders and some really great leaders that really know their stuff, lead fun, informative meetings etc. Are there any other locations in your area? It seems around here we have tons to choose from, all different days of the week. The only thing about online membership is you can not become a Lifetime member since you don't weigh in at a WW location. But maybe if you do online until you get close to your goal (I forget how much more you are trying to lose??) then rejoin at a location and become Lifetime at that time??

Toni-Ann, I'm sorry you're having issues with your meeting. I've been at this for over a year, too, and I must say that I learn something new at every meeting. I just love my leader, but I had to try a few different ones until I found Kathy. Now, when I have to go to a different leader's meeting, I try to be a good WWer, but I miss Kathy. I'm screwed if she ever leaves. Anyway, I know you said it's the only time that meets for you, but if you can travel a little bit, maybe there is an alternative site that would work. My place even does Sunday meetings. Good luck finding something that works for you. You've come so far!

 

[Sandi]

1.6 to GOAL!! You rock Sandi...you'll get there very soon! have an awesome trip too!

Thanks!

 

[Belle5]

I've also come to the realization that I know the program better than my leader. She showed up at the meeting with the OLE tortillas one night all proud of herself for finding a 1 point tortilla. I said "Are the carbs 7?" YES, "Is the Fiber 12?" YES. "well thats imposible, fiber is a carb, so fiber can't be more than the carbs" She just stared blankly at me.

I, too, have calculated the Ole tortillas to be one point and have made them a HUGE part of my WW diet since I started a few months ago. I have lost 22 pounds. Are you saying that Ole has mismarked their product or are you saying the calculator is calculating incorrectly?

 

[mrzrich]

I, too, have calculated the Ole tortillas to be one point and have made them a HUGE part of my WW diet since I started a few months ago. I have lost 22 pounds. Are you saying that Ole has mismarked their product or are you saying the calculator is calculating incorrectly?

Not sure which tortillas you are using, but their is a certain variety where the NI is most certainly wrong. It has the fiber count as higher than the carb count. Fiber must be part of the total carb count, so fiber can't be higher than carbs.

 

[GoofyMomInOhio]

I'm officially 1.6 pounds from my goal.

Awesome! You can do it!!

Well after gaining 4 oz last week, I lost 1 lb this week! That brings me to a total of 26.6 lbs. I filled up with more carrots and fruit so I wasn't hungry. What is so surprising is that we ate out five times in one week. I had Chinese on Friday night and then had a cook out Saturday night (hamburger & pizza) I did pass on the birthday cake. Thank you everyone for your support, it's a journey.

Congrats on your loss! It definitely is a journey! I seem to make better choices and eat less when we are eating out. It also keeps me from sampling/munching while I cook.

 

[DisneyKim68]

Had a bad weigh in on Monday. I had stayed within points, and walked a total of 13 miles last week, and somehow I GAINED .6 My leader said I'm probably just retaining water due to the heat, but it is still frustrating. Hoping for a much better weigh in next week!

 

[Sandi]

Had a bad weigh in on Monday. I had stayed within points, and walked a total of 13 miles last week, and somehow I GAINED .6 My leader said I'm probably just retaining water due to the heat, but it is still frustrating. Hoping for a much better weigh in next week!

Sorry Kim. Your leader is likely right. I'm sure your work will pay off next week. Keep on doing what you're doing and the results will turn up.

 

[sjms71]

Hey guys back from weigh in down .6. Was hoping for more but at this stage of the game anything closer to goal is fine with me 3.6 to go . I have had a tough week, probably not eating enough points than over points. Not sure if I mentioned but DS 11 all of a sudden is not sleeping for the last 3 weeks. Now this is my kid that from birth went to bed easily, never came in our room or had night fears. He swears nothing is bothering him or he is not afraid but wakes up every night having almost an anxiety attack over not sleeping. Now a few nights of this was bad enough but it's been 3 weeks and I have not been a pleasant person at all. We have tried everything to relax him and get him to sleep. Anyway, our Dr is away this week and he is going next week.

Congrats to everyone who had a great week and hugs to those who are struggling. Sandi, can I come in your suitcase pleeeeeeeeeease

 

[ski_mom]

Hey guys back from weigh in down .6. Was hoping for more but at this stage of the game anything closer to goal is fine with me 3.6 to go . I have had a tough week, probably not eating enough points than over points. Not sure if I mentioned but DS 11 all of a sudden is not sleeping for the last 3 weeks. Now this is my kid that from birth went to bed easily, never came in our room or had night fears. He swears nothing is bothering him or he is not afraid but wakes up every night having almost an anxiety attack over not sleeping. Now a few nights of this was bad enough but it's been 3 weeks and I have not been a pleasant person at all. We have tried everything to relax him and get him to sleep. Anyway, our Dr is away this week and he is going next week.

Congrats to everyone who had a great week and hugs to those who are struggling. Sandi, can I come in your suitcase pleeeeeeeeeease

We had a similar thing with our oldest DD when she was 12. It was at the start of our school year and I think part of her problem is that she's a night owl. She was used to staying up later during the summer and then when school started back up and she had to start going to bed earlier again, it was difficult for her to adjust.

I don't know if this could have anything to do with your son's sleeping or not, but just thought I'd throw it out there. We eventually let her stay up later again and within a short period of her having to get up early for school she was able to start falling asleep within a reasonable amount of time earlier in at night.

Good luck. I know it's hard on both the child and the parent.

 

[Sandi]

Hey guys back from weigh in down .6. Was hoping for more but at this stage of the game anything closer to goal is fine with me 3.6 to go . I have had a tough week, probably not eating enough points than over points. Not sure if I mentioned but DS 11 all of a sudden is not sleeping for the last 3 weeks. Now this is my kid that from birth went to bed easily, never came in our room or had night fears. He swears nothing is bothering him or he is not afraid but wakes up every night having almost an anxiety attack over not sleeping. Now a few nights of this was bad enough but it's been 3 weeks and I have not been a pleasant person at all. We have tried everything to relax him and get him to sleep. Anyway, our Dr is away this week and he is going next week.

Congrats to everyone who had a great week and hugs to those who are struggling. Sandi, can I come in your suitcase pleeeeeeeeeease

Hey Stephanie, it's going in the right direction! And, with the stress you're under, .6 is huge. One of my nephews had a similar sleep problem and their doctor recommended melatonin. It's generally available at pharmacies and has had no side effects. It was a huge help to my sister's family. He would wake up and then not be able to fall back to sleep until really late and then would want to sleep in once he finally did fall asleep. Totally disrupted his rhythm. There is lots about the use of melatonin with kids on the internet. Like you, I'd want a docs recommendation, but that might help.

P.S. I'd love to pack you in my bag. I think we'd have fun.

 

[sjms71]

We had a similar thing with our oldest DD when she was 12. It was at the start of our school year and I think part of her problem is that she's a night owl. She was used to staying up later during the summer and then when school started back up and she had to start going to bed earlier again, it was difficult for her to adjust.

I don't know if this could have anything to do with your son's sleeping or not, but just thought I'd throw it out there. We eventually let her stay up later again and within a short period of her having to get up early for school she was able to start falling asleep within a reasonable amount of time earlier in at night.

Good luck. I know it's hard on both the child and the parent.

Hey Stephanie, it's going in the right direction! And, with the stress you're under, .6 is huge. One of my nephews had a similar sleep problem and their doctor recommended melatonin. It's generally available at pharmacies and has had no side effects. It was a huge help to my sister's family. He would wake up and then not be able to fall back to sleep until really late and then would want to sleep in once he finally did fall asleep. Totally disrupted his rhythm. There is lots about the use of melatonin with kids on the internet. Like you, I'd want a docs recommendation, but that might help.

P.S. I'd love to pack you in my bag. I think we'd have fun.

Thanks to both of you. I think starting Middle School has been a big adjustment but, come on already. He's been in school for 4 weeks now. He is keeping up with all his work and his grades are great so far. I think if this was my daughter, who has given us problems on and off with sleep since birth, it would be easier to accept but DS just seemed to decide one day that I am not sleeping!!

Sandi, thank you for the melatonin suggestion. I have had that suggestion from nearly everyone I've spoken to. I have done a lot of reading and bought it last weekend. I gave him half a pill the first two nights and he fell asleep great, but was up 3 hours later. So, the rest of the week I gave him the entire 5mg tablet and he went to bed ok but still waking up. I was hesitant to give it to him without talking to the dr first to begin with so don't want to give him any higher dose. Oh well, who said being a parent was easy.

 

[NC State]

Reward for the month.
I use to wear 16W clothes and I can't wear any of my shorts anymore now with my 26.6 lost. I have 42 days until my Disney trip, so off to the consigment store to pick up a few pieces cheap. I got two new Talbot shorts size 12! Granted Talbot's run big but just the thought of buying size 12 was a kicker but they were $8 a piece! All the other things I got were size 14.

 

[Sandi]

Reward for the month.
I use to wear 16W clothes and I can't wear any of my shorts anymore now with my 26.6 lost. I have 42 days until my Disney trip, so off to the consigment store to pick up a few pieces cheap. I got two new Talbot shorts size 12! Granted Talbot's run big but just the thought of buying size 12 was a kicker but they were $8 a piece! All the other things I got were size 14.

Congratulations Stephanie. I'm sure you felt great being able to buy size 12 and I know you look great in them. Before you go on your trip in 42 days, you'll probably need a smaller size. Woo, hoo for you!