Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[sjms71]

We returned from Disney on Friday. We had a good time but it was hot and crowded. We will not be going back in September again, we will just find an another month to go in the future. We ate like kings and pigs, I didn't hold back but we did a lot of walking!

I was out of work yesterday and today because Mickey Mouse has given me a bad cold with a score throat. I wasn't going to WW last night but Mike told me to go so I will stay on tract. I'm so glad I did. I couldn't believe it. I lost 1.4 lbs since 9/14. (I didn't stay for meeting, I just slipped in while the meeting was taking place.) This brings be to a total of 33 lbs gone! I'm looking forward to another great week and feeling better soon.

-Stephanie

Great job on the post Disney loss, I can never manage to do that hence I was up 2.6 at my official post Disney WI today. But being there for two weeks, I am ok with it. We all had colds half way into our trip. Thought it was allergies but was a cold.....feel better. Was this your first September? We have gone every September of free dining (2005). We always go shortly after labor day weekend and we never have crowds. Last year we went the last two weeks of September for the first time.....ugh nightmare. This year we were back to our 2nd & 3rd week. The first week was heaven. NO CROWDS AT ALL and weather was very pleasant. I think even one day Toy Story only had a 20 min wait so we went thru regular line. The second week it was a lot more crowded and it had turned humid again. Anyway, if you can go earlier in September it is always way less busy.

Hello everyone!
I really need a lifestyle change and thought this was the best place to do it. WeightWatchers and I go way back! I've been going back to meetings and missing a few weeks and never going back. I would do this every year! The last WW meeting I went to was when we did the switch to the new PointsPlus program. I don't like change and it seemed to be alot of things happening at once. I was totally confused. But...today..I'm willing to try again! I can't go to meetings due to school and work but I thought this thread would be a great place to discuss the good times and the bad. And maybe all of you can help me figure out this PointsPlus program! One smart thing I did after the last meeting I went to was buy/keep my WW things!
This is what I have (all PointsPlus):
Getting Started
Dining Out Companion
Complete Food Companion
Pocket Guide
Calculator
Ultimate 3 month Tracker

Yep, that's alot of stuff that I haven't even opened yet! I read the "Getting Started" after the meeting but was still totally confused about it. I think I used that as an excuse to get out of the program. yada yada....I'm my own worse enemy.
Well tomorrow I will give you all my start weight and then every Friday morning I will give you my progress. I'm committed on making this work! Thanks!

hello, good luck, can't wait to hear how your first week goes. Let us know if you have questions and oh, measure yourself too!

A note on skinnytaste.com sign up for newsletter and you will be emailed when she post a new recipes. That's my favorite WW recipe website.

 

[sjms71]

I was there Sept 17-23 and we have gone many times in Sept before. But this year was the worst. FD is no longer a secret and everyone knows about it now. Plus, the Halloween party wasn't great like in the past. We didn't stop to get any pictures because we didn't want to stand in line all night. We did stop only three times for candy. (I gave my bag to my husband.) I did see today that the 9/30 party is already sold out. I think we are planning a quick trip in Feb (2/10-2/12).
-Stephanie

Didn't see your post.......so you answered my question about going that time before. Again, I found the second week like I said a lot busier. Everything was walk on first no FP needed. This was our first Halloween party so I don't have past parties to compare. The best part was fireworks but I didn't find it was worth the money really.

 

[jadeblue13]

Down 1.4 lbs today. Happy about that!

I am having trouble figuring out points,especially for foods already prepared and frozen. I did 30 day cooking at the end of summer and still have a pretty full freezer. Is the complete book with food values a worthwhile purchase?

I have been guessing and trying to just eat a small portion supplemented with salad and veggies. Fruit seems to make me want more food-maybe the acid?

 

[AKbabe]

I just bookmarked that recipe. It looks great. Let us know how it was

Well, the jury is still out for me. I'm not sure if I like it or not. I mean I ate it and it was okay, but something was missing for me and I can't quite put my finger on it. I'm taking it to school today for lunch, so perhaps it'll taste better as a leftover.

My husband, on the other hand, loved it! So I say go ahead and try it. It might just be me.

 

[averill94]

http://www.skinnytaste.com/

I think you mean this, right? I've only made a couple, but so far, her recipes are awesome! Right now I have her crock pot chicken taco chili cooking for dinner tonight. I hope it's good because it makes 10 servings and only my husband and I will eat it, which means a LOT of leftovers for my lunches at school!

Aww too bad it wasnt great! I have made the "quick"turkey chili that is made on top of the stove and I think it is one of the best chilis I ever made.

I have also made the dijon pork chops, asian turkey meatballs, shrimp quesadillas all winners and stay on the menu! Her soups are great too.

I think I like the site because as soon as you open it you see a pic. Kind of entices you!

CdnBuzzFan - Yes it is skinnytaste.com!

 

[mrzrich]

Lost 0.6 this week. Not really sure how. I haven't been tacking very well, and I feel like I'm doing A LOT of mindless eating. I won't look a gift horse in the mouth though. I will use this 0.6 as a spring board.

 

[AKbabe]

Aww too bad it wasnt great! I have made the "quick"turkey chili that is made on top of the stove and I think it is one of the best chilis I ever made.

I have also made the dijon pork chops, asian turkey meatballs, shrimp quesadillas all winners and stay on the menu! Her soups are great too.

I think I like the site because as soon as you open it you see a pic. Kind of entices you!

CdnBuzzFan - Yes it is skinnytaste.com!

I hope I like it better today. If I do, I'll post it. I saved the Asian turkey meatball recipe last week! It looks so good!! Maybe I'll make that this weekend. I made her chicken avocado soup and it was amazing!!

 

[disneyismyname]

my first weigh in this morning and the evil number is: 192.7

Not good. I plan on reading through some of my books this afternoon after school. Get the gist of the program. I plan on eating more fruits and veggies during meals this week. Lay off junk and drink more water!

Someone asked if I could try to go to a meeting but I really can't.
School and work are my life right now and I just bought books so money is tight right now. Meetings are during work as well...sorry. I will have someone measure me tonight.

 

[lisajl]

May I join? I just started WW on Sept 19th My first weigh in was 179.4, my weigh in on the 26th was 175.8. HOORAY!

I started an aerobics class in July (yoga too) and it helps me but there is no way I could have lost weight without the WW plan.
It is making me accountable for all the food I eat. It helps me see where my low time is, and why I feel so hungry.

Congrats to all of you that have been following this and meeting your goals.
I have a long way to go, but have an end date in mind.

I would like to lose at least 40 lbs. maybe 50.
My sons french class is going to Quebec in June and I am going with him.
He has peanut allergies and the school would prefer if I went just in case of emergency. So, I want to be at least 30 lbs lighter by then.

Do you think it is do-able?

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

May I join? I just started WW on Sept 19th My first weigh in was 179.4, my weigh in on the 26th was 175.8. HOORAY!

I started an aerobics class in July (yoga too) and it helps me but there is no way I could have lost weight without the WW plan.
It is making me accountable for all the food I eat. It helps me see where my low time is, and why I feel so hungry.

Congrats to all of you that have been following this and meeting your goals.
I have a long way to go, but have an end date in mind.

I would like to lose at least 40 lbs. maybe 50.
My sons french class is going to Quebec in June and I am going with him.
He has peanut allergies and the school would prefer if I went just in case of emergency. So, I want to be at least 30 lbs lighter by then.

Do you think it is do-able?

Hi lisajl. Of course you can join! I'm glad you've got a goal to strive for. That trip is approx 30 weeks away which means you'll have to lose at a rate of 1lb per week. Give it a try for a while and see how fast you lose. Some people lose slowly, others lose pretty fast. I lost an average of 2.2 pounds each week and didn't gain once throughout my weight loss journey so I do know it can be done. Good luck on your journey and keep us up to date on your progress. We're glad you found us.

 

[rusafee1183]

Hi everyone!

I just got back from my 2nd weigh in and I am down 3.2 lbs! I am very excited by this!! This means that I am down 30 lbs in the past year

Thanks for all of the warm welcomes and motivation. I reallt enjoy this thread!

 

[sjms71]

Down 1.4 lbs today. Happy about that

Woot Woot way to go!

Lost 0.6 this week. Not really sure how. I haven't been tacking very well, and I feel like I'm doing A LOT of mindless eating. I won't look a gift horse in the mouth though. I will use this 0.6 as a spring board.

hey Toni-Ann glad to see you back around, we missed you .

my first weigh in this morning and the evil number is: 192.7

Not good. I plan on reading through some of my books this afternoon after school. Get the gist of the program. I plan on eating more fruits and veggies during meals this week. Lay off junk and drink more water!

Someone asked if I could try to go to a meeting but I really can't.
School and work are my life right now and I just bought books so money is tight right now. Meetings are during work as well...sorry. I will have someone measure me tonight.

Try not to focus on the number or the end number. Pick a small goal to strive for like 5% weight loss or just your first 5lbs. It all adds up and seems to be less overwhelming if you aim for small goals .

May I join? I just started WW on Sept 19th My first weigh in was 179.4, my weigh in on the 26th was 175.8. HOORAY!

I started an aerobics class in July (yoga too) and it helps me but there is no way I could have lost weight without the WW plan.
It is making me accountable for all the food I eat. It helps me see where my low time is, and why I feel so hungry.

Congrats to all of you that have been following this and meeting your goals.
I have a long way to go, but have an end date in mind.

I would like to lose at least 40 lbs. maybe 50.
My sons french class is going to Quebec in June and I am going with him.
He has peanut allergies and the school would prefer if I went just in case of emergency. So, I want to be at least 30 lbs lighter by then.

Do you think it is do-able?

hello, congrats on your weight loss so far. It is doable good luck with your goals. Make sure to keep checking in to keep us posted.

Hi everyone!

I just got back from my 2nd weigh in and I am down 3.2 lbs! I am very excited by this!! This means that I am down 30 lbs in the past year

Thanks for all of the warm welcomes and motivation. I reallt enjoy this thread!

great job, 30 lbs total is awesome

 

[sjms71]

I lost an average of 2.2 pounds each week and didn't gain once throughout my weight loss journey so I do know it can be done.

I am so jealous, and without exercise! But good for you.

 

[averill94]

Hi lisajl. Of course you can join! I'm glad you've got a goal to strive for. That trip is approx 30 weeks away which means you'll have to lose at a rate of 1lb per week. Give it a try for a while and see how fast you lose. Some people lose slowly, others lose pretty fast. I lost an average of 2.2 pounds each week and didn't gain once throughout my weight loss journey so I do know it can be done. Good luck on your journey and keep us up to date on your progress. We're glad you found us.

Can you give us some ideas of what worked for you?

Guessing you tracked and stayed on plan everyday? And my big question is...did you use the 49 extra weekly points?

Right now I have averaged about a half pound per week. Okay but very slow!

Thank you
margaret

 

[AKbabe]

I hope I like it better today. If I do, I'll post it. I saved the Asian turkey meatball recipe last week! It looks so good!! Maybe I'll make that this weekend. I made her chicken avocado soup and it was amazing!!

Just an update on my chili. I did like it much better the second day! Don't know why I didn't the first day.

 

[AKbabe]

Everyone has had great losses this week! I had been hovering around a 2# loss through the week (I step daily just to see if I'm having too much sodium) so when I got up at 5:30 AM (internal clock be darned!), it was the highest all week. But I went back to bed and read a book for a couple of hours and by the time I got back up and weighed in, the loss was there. 3# lost this week!!

 

[Disneylvr]

Lost 4.2lbs my second week, 9 total since I joined. I just know WW is going to work for me. I have a long long way to go (still too embarrassed to tell my starting weight) but I can do this. Some winning WW recipes this week with the family were Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas, Roasted Sirloin Beef and the Tomato Pepper Lasagna. I also get some good recipes from skinnytaste dot com. They give you the points plus on everything there. I am going to make their pumpkin cupcakes today for a picnic tomorrow.

 

[dis-happy]

After being "off-plan" for the summer months (laid up with an injury and eating whatever) I have to say I feel so much better being back "on-plan"! Tracking really helps me out, otherwise I am a non-stop eater.

Sad to say, first weigh-in has me almost back to where I began, ugh. But I know this works for me, so there's hope. I see the cardiologist again in early Nov. and want to have good stats for him (weight + cholesterol), so that is a motivation.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

 

[Sandi]

Hey, did any of you who go to meetings notice the Walt Disney quote in this week's handout? I think it was "if you can dream it, you can do it." (But I don't have it handy.) I always love it when there is a Disney connection with WW and I think of you guys.

My Spartans won today!

 

[rusafee1183]

Hey, did any of you who go to meetings notice the Walt Disney quote in this week's handout? I think it was "if you can dream it, you can do it." (But I don't have it handy.) I always love it when there is a Disney connection with WW and I think of you guys.

My Spartans won today!

I did notice the Disney quote!! Also, I was looking around on the WW site and they have a "Destination Walt Disney World" feature that says where to eat. I was very happy to find that! I leave in 4 days and I need all the help I can get to stay on track. It will be during the F&WF, so I am already expecting to go over a bit. I'll try to make up for it by eating the right things in the other parks. But Epcot is definitely getting ALL my points next week.