Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[sjms71]

Oh, Steph, I wish I could help! It sounds like counseling may be a good idea for him. Something must be going on. I hope Sara settles down over the school break. It sounds like you have a lot to stress about.

I can't help with any of that but I may be able to help with your BLT's. Maybe you need a visual on them to show yourself what you're actually putting into your mouth and not counting. So...here's what I'm going to suggest: commit for at least one day to putting everything you're about to put into your mouth into a container instead. Actually seeing how much you're eating without counting my scare you out of the habit!

Your weekly weigh in is a must as well. I didn't realize you weren't doing that. Were you able to weigh in anywhere this week?

Thanks Jessie, I really like the idea of putting all my BLT's in a container. That would be very scary, but I'm going to do it. As for weighing in, I've been going to my weekly meeting but don't always weigh in. I did most of last month but weighed in first Thursday of November, last week I went but to find out unexpectedly no meeting and no meeting this week. I didn't go to any other location either. But I really need to find a meeting if I can't weigh in.

 

[mlktwins]

Hi all! I hope everyone made it through the Thanksgiving feast without too much problem ! I did not WI this past Tuesday as I had to take the boys to the dentist. I may have lost a tiny bit or I may be holding steady. I don't think I've gained. I'll WI on Tuesday and then I will miss 2 WI's because I'll be at DW. I am a disappointed in myself that I am not at goal before my trip when I so badly wanted to be. It was very doable, but I just didn't dig down deep enough to find the willpower. I'll take the 10 or 11 lbs I've lost though and will work hard to get to goal when I return. I'm not giving up. I think I have about 15 more lbs to go and I'll be at a nice healthy weight. I'll have to see once I get there. The last time I did WW my goal weight was 130 and I looked really good (not skinny, but healthy). I'm 12 years older this time around so probably 130 will not be the best for me. I'm shooting for 135, but will re-evaluate at 140.

I will have not have a need to come to DISboards so much when I return from my trip (we won't be going back for 4 or 5 years when the boys get older), but would love to continue to come join you guys. Hopefully when I'm not stressing about preparing for this trip and Christmas all at the same time, I'll have time to contribute more .

 

[disbabyndaddy]

Well......Thanksgiving weekend is over, and I need to admit in "public" that I didn't do as well as I'd have liked. Actually Thanksgiving day was ok (not overboard but plenty full), but I made the mistake of bringing leftovers home from my folks' house. I made turkey & noodles on Friday night (which were delicious, though I'm certain way more points than I should have had) and the mashed potatoes & dressing for lunch today. There are still some left, and where I normally would feel bad about dumping good food, I think I'm going to have to.

I've started rehearal for A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and luckily, will be in the theatre most of tomorrow, which means no snacking except what I bring with me. That's a good thing!

I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving with your families & friends ~ here's to a GREAT week ahead!!

 

[averill94]

The weekend is finally over gang! I personally was terrrible, IMHO!

I did weigh in yesterday (didnt look!) but left because my leader was out but the lady that weighed me said to "make it my business to stay for next weeks meeting because they are starting a new program"!!!

Anybody else hear this?

Have a great day all!

 

[cepmom]

The weekend is finally over gang! I personally was terrrible, IMHO!

I did weigh in yesterday (didnt look!) but left because my leader was out but the lady that weighed me said to "make it my business to stay for next weeks meeting because they are starting a new program"!!!

Anybody else hear this?

Have a great day all!

I might know a little about it lol. Stick around for next weeks meeting; some interesting changes coming your way! Lifetimers too....

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

The weekend is finally over gang! I personally was terrrible, IMHO!

I did weigh in yesterday (didnt look!) but left because my leader was out but the lady that weighed me said to "make it my business to stay for next weeks meeting because they are starting a new program"!!!

Anybody else hear this?

Have a great day all!

I might know a thing or two about it too... It's more like a few tweaks have been made to PointsPlus rather than actually changing the program. Make sure you get to your meetings next week and adjust your schedule to be able to stay a few minutes longer at the end. There's some good stuff comin'!

 

[mlktwins]

Next week's meeting meaning this week or next week (1st full week of Dec)? I'm going tomorrow, but am missing the next 2 weeks. I can't be sad because I'll be at the most magical place on earth, but I sure hope they talk about it at tomorrow's meeting.

 

[cepmom]

Next week's meeting meaning this week or next week (1st full week of Dec)? I'm going tomorrow, but am missing the next 2 weeks. I can't be sad because I'll be at the most magical place on earth, but I sure hope they talk about it at tomorrow's meeting.

It's the week of 12/4, not this week but don't worry about missing the meeting; you can catch up on it on e-tools and also when you return to your meetings after your trip!

 

[cepmom]

I might know a thing or two about it too... It's more like a few tweaks have been made to PointsPlus rather than actually changing the program. Make sure you get to your meetings next week and adjust your schedule to be able to stay a few minutes longer at the end. There's some good stuff comin'!

Hey Jess! Didn't know if you guys were also launching next week( weren't you behind the US launch of points plus last year??) Yes, just some minor tweaking of PP. I think most members will be pleased!!
anyway, I hope things aren't too crazy for you next week. I'm in the center now trying to get prepped!

 

[pinkxray]

Tomorrow is my weigh in day and it is going to be BAD!!! Our fridge died Wed. morning and it has been pretty much 5 days of eating out plus Thanksgiving. I weighed myself today and I am up 4lbs since last Tues We finally got our new fridge yesterday and I know I will drop the 4lbs since it is really just water weight from all the sodium but I just don't want to hear the receptionist say "Up 4lbs, wow what did you do differently?"

I was thinking of skipping but I know I will go totally off track if I do.

I will go to WI and face the scale.

 

[Sandi]

Put me with the group that struggled this weekend. Thursday and Friday were fine, it was Saturday and Sunday that put me into a death spiral. We were in Toronto Thursday - Saturday; lots of walking, sight seeing, shopping, etc. Food was sort of minor, but I made up for that late Saturday and all day yesterday.

I'm going to go "face the scales" on Wednesday, too. I'm glad that WW is shaking things up a bit since it will make the meetings more important in that I'll be learning something new. Intellectually, I understand weight loss; it's the practice that's a challenge! Anyway, our receptionists are very discrete and nice. They would never announce a gain and I sure hope Pinkxray's are the same. They've been where we are!

Good luck to all this week!

 

[sjms71]

Crash and burn for me too, I've been on an eatathon since Thursday and haven't done one ounce of exercise since then too . However, today I got up feeling like crud so been good so far. Now my good friend who is a lifetimer (she does not work for WW) asked me if me a few months ago if I heard the program is changing. I said you must have heard wrong . Ok, I know you all can't reveal anything but can you tell me, is it being rolled out this week or next?

 

[Sandi]

Crash and burn for me too, I've been on an eatathon since Thursday and haven't done one ounce of exercise since then too . However, today I got up feeling like crud so been good so far. Now my good friend who is a lifetimer (she does not work for WW) asked me if me a few months ago if I heard the program is changing. I said you must have heard wrong . Ok, I know you all can't reveal anything but can you tell me, is it being rolled out this week or next?

Stephanie,

While I'm not a WW insider like Jessie and others, the e-mail I got announcing "PointsPlus 2012" said that it would be introduced on December 4. So, that's next week for me.

 

[sjms71]

Stephanie,

While I'm not a WW insider like Jessie and others, the e-mail I got announcing "PointsPlus 2012" said that it would be introduced on December 4. So, that's next week for me.

Thanks Sandi, I never get any emails am I suppose too? My old leader use to send a weekly newsletter but just to her meeting times.

 

[Sandi]

Thanks Sandi, I never get any emails am I suppose too? My old leader use to send a weekly newsletter but just to her meeting times.

I get WW corporate e-mails with some frequency. There is one every Monday (or maybe Sunday night) that sort of sets the theme for the week. I am an on-line subscriber, so I think I might have signed up for a weekly newsletter with that. I think you're an on-line person, too, so that should be an option for you.

Some newsletters are just at PITA, but I actually like the WW ones. The link to the on-line announcement is here: http://epidm.edgesuite.net/WW/US/Promo/318175/20111128_US_PP2_Teaser_ET.html

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

Hey Jess! Didn't know if you guys were also launching next week( weren't you behind the US launch of points plus last year??) Yes, just some minor tweaking of PP. I think most members will be pleased!!
anyway, I hope things aren't too crazy for you next week. I'm in the center now trying to get prepped!

Our launch is Dec 4th as well. I'll be getting things ready on Thursday night at my Traveller location. The center hourly staff will take care of things for my Tuesday night meeting there. I'm looking forward to next week!

 

[stayhomemom77]

I don't like to put my exact whereabouts online but we live in southern Ontario. I'm originally from the Maritimes but moved up here to go to school and just stayed. I've visited BC once but that was when I was a teenager. I hardly remember that anymore. I'm a stay at home mom of a 10 year old boy.

Okay, so we likely know the same areas. I've lived in Chatham, Windsor and Sarnia and traveled extensively all through Southwestern Ontario.

I'm mom to an 8 year old girl and a 6 year old boy.

I'd never been to B.C. until we arrived in August. It's great! My husband's contract will have us here until the end of April 2013 and then...we don't know what yet!

I haven't visited the Maritimes yet but it's on my To Do list...or To Visit list.

 

[stayhomemom77]

Alright...what are BLT's. I'm guessing not Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato sandwiches, right?

I'm sorry everyone seemed to have a rough week last week. It WAS Thanksgiving week though which is always rough. I know you guys can get right back on the horse for this week. Good luck to all!!

I'm down 0.9 lbs this week, which is less than I'd hoped...but a loss is a loss, right?

I did have a ROCKING good week with NSV's though...

• I tracked everything properly
• Had TONS of water
• Ate balanced meals and got lots of veggies in,
• Only used 7 flex points (I wanted to use 10 or less)
• Earned myself 26 activity points

I also tried a few new recipes and cooked three times (hubby does most of the cooking) WITHOUT snacking or tasting anything.

AND I cut back on treats this week!!

A big downfall of mine is to "save" up points so I can have a big splurge at the end of the night. Chips or chocolate or ice cream...

While this doesn't affect my weight loss, it isn't a healthy choice and I've been trying to whittle down the sweets and fats to a more manageable level.

This past week I indulged in small ways with 2 point ice cream bars, and hershey's kisses where I only ate three of them a night for a small chocolate fix. It satisfied the sweet tooth without taking away from the healthy, filling foods my body needed. I also got reduced fat Pringles which I'm finding a life saver for my chip cravings.

In fact, this week on a Pringles night I only ate half of carefully counted chips and then didn't feel like finishing. Hubby ate them (I was going to put them back but he asked for them) and I was proud I stopped eating them instead of going mindlessly on!

And lastly, we went out for lunch on Saturday and I was able to sensibly order an 8 point entree, asked my son for only ONE french fry and then didn't nibble off their plates like I often do. I was so psyched (and surprised) at my self control!

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

Alright...what are BLT's. I'm guessing not Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato sandwiches, right?

BLT = Bites, Licks and Tastes.

 

[stayhomemom77]

Ahhh!

Thanks for the explanation.