Weight Watchers Chat

[robinb]

Happy Tuesday! I am going to check in every day for the rest of the week. I am currently above my weekly limit (who knew that lamb shoulder steaks were so point expensive?!?!) . I'm going to be making the Jenni-o Biggest Loser chili tonight. M-M-Good!

 

[dthogue]

That is so true!



I'm doing it with DD16 and my sister. There is another thread on the WISH board devoted to the 2012 Princess Half. A lot of beginners there. I ran my first 5K in December after doing the C25K. I was a runner until having a child got in the way, I gained weight, had back surgery, etc. etc. Now I am following the Galloway method (sort of) and am up to running 6 miles with one minute walks after about 10 minutes of running for my "long" run days. So, I'll see you there!

Sandi,

That's great - I was wondering about what run/walk ratio I should use, I figured I'd start out with 5/1 and go from there. I will be doing Galloway too - do you just run straight through on the other days (not the long run days)?? My DD (19) is doing the WDW 1/2 Marathon with me in January, but she is in college and doesn't know yet if she would be able to get away in February. How lucky you are to have your DD and friend to train with you! Good luck with your training - hopefully we can keep each other motivated!

Tammy

 

[dthogue]

I will be turning 40 on Feb 23, 2012 and am seriously considering doing the Princess 1/2 to celebrate the milestone.

That would be an awesome way to celebrate your birthday!!

Tammy

 

[dthogue]

Happy Tuesday! I am going to check in every day for the rest of the week. I am currently above my weekly limit (who knew that lamb shoulder steaks were so point expensive?!?!) . I'm going to be making the Jenni-o Biggest Loser chili tonight. M-M-Good!

sounds yummy, can you share the recipe??

Tammy

 

[Sandi]

Sandi,

That's great - I was wondering about what run/walk ratio I should use, I figured I'd start out with 5/1 and go from there. I will be doing Galloway too - do you just run straight through on the other days (not the long run days)?? My DD (19) is doing the WDW 1/2 Marathon with me in January, but she is in college and doesn't know yet if she would be able to get away in February. How lucky you are to have your DD and friend to train with you! Good luck with your training - hopefully we can keep each other motivated!

Tammy

I think you have to find your comfortable run:walk ratio. Galloway recommends running 4 minutes and then 1 minute walking at the more experienced end. It just didn't feel right to me and I wasn't having fun. With a little longer run, I feel like I'm getting a better work out. Sadly, I'm training alone -- but I like the alone time. DD16 is in a bunch of sports and won't do cross country training until summer (right now she is in water polo and tennis starts up next week). My sister lives in Minneapolis, so we are virtual training partners. We are all meeting up at WDW in April and my sister and I are going to do some running around Fort Wilderness.

Go to this website for some good Galloway videos and training plans. http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/rundisney/run-disney-training-consultant/ I'm so excited you're doing this too Tammy!

 

[GoofyMomInOhio]

Thanks for the warm welcome!
I had my 3rd weigh-in today and lost 3.6 lbs this week for a total loss of 9.8 lbs. I was a little nervous this week since I didn't work out much but I stuck to my points.

 

[MusiqChic99]

Just started WW last Sunday. I lost 3lbs at my first weigh in. I'm so proud of myself. Even with only 3lbs, I feel like a new person. Funny how eating well can make you feel.

I've cooked with turkey for 6 years now, so I was happy to see a lot of the meals I normally cook were within good point range. My main culprit before was eating out too much and drinking 2 mt dews a day. I feel really satisfied too because I really haven't craved anything or wanted a mt dew....took a few days for those to pass though.

Not sure if it's been mentioned here but SkinnyTaste has a lot of recipes with the point value already stated on the recipe. I've found a lot of new stuff I'm trying out.

Shrimp Fajita's tonight!

 

[vickiemariko]

Thanks for the warm welcome!
I had my 3rd weigh-in today and lost 3.6 lbs this week for a total loss of 9.8 lbs. I was a little nervous this week since I didn't work out much but I stuck to my points.

Way to go!! Look at how those numbers add up in just a few weeks. Great job!

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

Happy Tuesday Morning WW Friends,

Hope everyone is doing well and staying on program. Yesterday was a good day for me, stayed on program all day and the scale cooperated this morning.

I decided yesterday that I will be running in the Princess 1/2 Marathon in 2012 - I was looking at the pictures from this past weekend's run and decided that is something I want to do - so in addition to the WDW 1/2 marathon in January, I will be doing this in February 2012. Anyone want to join me???

Tammy

I've actually been thinking about this lately, too! I still need to give it a lot more thought, though.

 

[dis-happy]

that sounds yummy! What kind of tortillas are you using?

I found a package at Wal-Mart. The brand is La Banderita and the package says Low Carb/Low Fat, 5g carbs, high source of fiber, 8 tortillas. It doesn't say whole wheat but you can tell by the color. The WW nutritional info tracks it as 2 pts. Works for me!!!

 

[natashag76]

So, I think I need some moral support. I've been terrible at tracking this week. I do it in my head, but I know it's not the same thing. I've actually been looking at getting a Smartphone or and Iphone so that tracking will be easier then running to my computer throughout the day. The paper tracking isn't even an option for me...

On the upside, I made a great key lime pie that was only 5 pts and could probably be even less if I can tweak some of the ingredients!

Good luck to everyone this week. I report in tomorrow - keep your fingers crossed!

 

[dthogue]

I think you have to find your comfortable run:walk ratio. Galloway recommends running 4 minutes and then 1 minute walking at the more experienced end. It just didn't feel right to me and I wasn't having fun. With a little longer run, I feel like I'm getting a better work out. Sadly, I'm training alone -- but I like the alone time. DD16 is in a bunch of sports and won't do cross country training until summer (right now she is in water polo and tennis starts up next week). My sister lives in Minneapolis, so we are virtual training partners. We are all meeting up at WDW in April and my sister and I are going to do some running around Fort Wilderness.

Go to this website for some good Galloway videos and training plans. http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/rundisney/run-disney-training-consultant/ I'm so excited you're doing this too Tammy!

Thanks for the link Sandi - his videos were very helpful - I'm still trying to figure when and how I should do - I guess I need to play with the run/walk ratios!!

Tammy

 

[disbabyndaddy]

So, I think I need some moral support. I've been terrible at tracking this week. I do it in my head, but I know it's not the same thing. I've actually been looking at getting a Smartphone or and Iphone so that tracking will be easier then running to my computer throughout the day. The paper tracking isn't even an option for me...

On the upside, I made a great key lime pie that was only 5 pts and could probably be even less if I can tweak some of the ingredients!

Good luck to everyone this week. I report in tomorrow - keep your fingers crossed!

I haven't had key lime pie in ages...sounds yummy!

I don't remember to write anything down either, so I make *sure* to get on the computer first thing when I get to work to track my breakfast and just keep it up throughout the day each time I eat something. After supper, I do the same at home...track immediately.

You know where you're sliding, and recognizing that is a step forward. You can do it!!

 

[disbabyndaddy]

Just started WW last Sunday. I lost 3lbs at my first weigh in. I'm so proud of myself. Even with only 3lbs, I feel like a new person. Funny how eating well can make you feel.

Doesn't it though??! Congratulations!! Regardless of how much I lose each week, I just plain ol' FEEL BETTER all around, physically and mentally, knowing I'm eating better.

I lost 6 pounds my first week -- talk about feeling good! Of course, the weekly average has dropped off since then, but losing weight that first week was a great kick-start and motivation to keep going.

Welcome aboard!

 

[sjms71]

So, I think I need some moral support. I've been terrible at tracking this week. I do it in my head, but I know it's not the same thing. I've actually been looking at getting a Smartphone or and Iphone so that tracking will be easier then running to my computer throughout the day. The paper tracking isn't even an option for me...

On the upside, I made a great key lime pie that was only 5 pts and could probably be even less if I can tweak some of the ingredients!

Good luck to everyone this week. I report in tomorrow - keep your fingers crossed!

When you've eaten too much and you can't write it down,
And you feel like the biggest failure in town.
When you want to give up just because you gave in,
And forget all about being healthy and thin.
So what! You went over your points just a bit,
It's your next move that counts...so don't you dare quit!
It's a moment of truth, it's an attitude change.
It's leaning the skills to get back in your range.
It's telling yourself, "You've done great up till now.
You can take on this challenge and beat it somehow."
It's part your journey toward reaching your goal.
You're still gonna make it, just stay in control.
To stumble and fall is not a disgrace,
If you summon the will to get back in the race.
But, so often the strugglers, when losing their grip,
just throw in the towel and continue to slip.
And learn too late when the damage is done,
That the race wasn't over...they still could have won.
Lifestyle change can be awkward and slow,
But facing each challenge will help you to grow.
Success is failure turned inside out,
The silver tint in a gray could of doubt.
When you're pushed to the brink, just refuse to submit,
If you bite, you write it....but don't you dare quit!!

YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[haleyknits]

Hi, I'm Haley. i just joined Weight Watchers and have my first meeting Thursday. I am very excited! I would like to lose about 40 pounds. I am training for the Disney Princess 1/2 marathon next year. It will be a long road, but I am ready!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Just checking in with you all from the World.

I'm doing "okay" in the food department - not great. I know I have been too full a few times, but I am not stuffing myself either. For lunch we had Casey's and I chose the apples over the fries. I did have a Mickey Bar later though...

Tonight I did a 5k in the workout center! I've never done one before and it felt sooooooo GOOD! My time was around 42 minutes. I hit "cool down" on the machine before I glanced one last time at my time. I ran about 2 of those miles, so I'm really proud of myself!

Tomorrow we are off to Animal Kingdom and have an ADR at Yak & Yeti. I'm going to get the lettuce cups and a side of the wok fried green beans. I am SO looking forward to this meal!

 

[Mouse House Mama]

Yesterday was WI and I have to say that I almost quit the program. Despite following the program completely without cheating I gain .2 again. I was so upset that I was almost in tears. I really tried hard last week and even did some exercise. It is very frustrating.
That being said- I talked to the lady at WW and one of my friends that I am doing it with and I will keep on going. I haven't been eating my BF points because I didn't think I needed them. This week I will eat my BF points and see how it goes. I also have a new resolve after talking to my friend and now I am simply annoyed and will not let it get the best of me. Meaning I will be dammed if I don't get this weight off and one or two rough weeks will not stop me. I exercised for 1/2 hour yesterday and upped my water intake. I plan to make today even better. I am on a mission!

Congrats everyone on their victories and welcome to all the new members! I am so glad I found this place and I hope you will be too!

 

[mrzrich]

I found a package at Wal-Mart. The brand is La Banderita and the package says Low Carb/Low Fat, 5g carbs, high source of fiber, 8 tortillas. It doesn't say whole wheat but you can tell by the color. The WW nutritional info tracks it as 2 pts. Works for me!!!

Ok let me just warn you here. I know some brands have been scrutinized for bad packaging.

5 carbs is pretty much impossible for a Tortilla. Is the fiber more than 5? If it is, the NI is truly BS. It is NOT POSSIBLE for the fiber count to be higher than the carb count. Fiber is a carb, so there HAS TO BE at least as many carbs as there is fiber. What is most likely is that there are 5 NET carbs (Carbs minus the fiber) But that is not what the package says, which makes the package false.

 

[cepmom]

Yesterday was WI and I have to say that I almost quit the program. Despite following the program completely without cheating I gain .2 again. I was so upset that I was almost in tears. I really tried hard last week and even did some exercise. It is very frustrating.
That being said- I talked to the lady at WW and one of my friends that I am doing it with and I will keep on going. I haven't been eating my BF points because I didn't think I needed them. This week I will eat my BF points and see how it goes. I also have a new resolve after talking to my friend and now I am simply annoyed and will not let it get the best of me. Meaning I will be dammed if I don't get this weight off and one or two rough weeks will not stop me. I exercised for 1/2 hour yesterday and upped my water intake. I plan to make today even better. I am on a mission!

Congrats everyone on their victories and welcome to all the new members! I am so glad I found this place and I hope you will be too!

hang in there...I know how frustrated you must be right now. It will come. Have you brought a tracker in to have a leader look at it with you? Sometimes that helps having someone else see if there's anything that jumps out. Also, have you been getting in all the good health guidelines each day?