anyone else have trouble sticking on WW

eternitybride Posted: Apr 11, 2008 10:17 PM

anyone else have trouble sticking on WW

I am still on the first week, and thanks to a surprise pizza party at work, I now have 4 weekly points to go through next Wednesday.

Did anyone else find the first week to be the hardest? any tips or motivational speeches to keep me on track?

FutureMrsF2010 Posted: Apr 11, 2008 11:02 PM

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Don't let it get you down. It was just one day. Try to stick with low point snacks and meals for as much of the day as possible. My biggest tip is to go to work every day prepared and try not to order in because thats what always ends up getting me in trouble. Progresso soups, oatmeal packs, nutrigrain bars, light popcorn are all on my work list. At home, 1 point mission wraps and eggbeaters (the favored ones) are a good save for me. I know its hard, but you'll do it Janna!

grkbarbie Posted: Apr 12, 2008 01:08 AM

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i want to join WW but can you girls tell me how it works.. i knwo its a point system..but according to their charts im within weight range but i DEFFFFFFFFFFFF need to loose 10-15 lbs

i dont know what to do

SummerBride10 Posted: Apr 12, 2008 07:33 AM

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I've been on WW since January, every week once a week I have a 'cheat day'. I don't count points, I go out to eat, I cheat. I usually do this the day I get weighed (after of course). I've lost 19.2 lbs so far. I think that when I don't deny myself I'm able to do better because I do indulge a little.
For the rest of the week, I still stick to my points- I COUNT & MEASURE EVERYTHING!!
When you go food shopping bring your counter and try to figure out the points ahead of time. Get a WW cook bookand make some low point meals (some of them are REALLY good). Write everything down- that helps me- i dont forget and feel more motivated. Overall, just try to plan in advance for your week!!

SummerBride10 Posted: Apr 12, 2008 07:36 AM

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Posted by grkbarbie

i want to join WW but can you girls tell me how it works.. i knwo its a point system..but according to their charts im within weight range but i DEFFFFFFFFFFFF need to loose 10-15 lbs

i dont know what to do

There are two plans on WW: The flex and the core. On the core you have certain foods you can eat (whole wheat pasta, veggies, etc.) You can eat as much as you want. The goal is to: eat until your satisfyed.

on the flex plan all foods have a point value based on the number of calories, total fat, and dietery fiber. For example 1 cup milk=2 points, 1 small brownie=6 points. You get a counter and book to figure it out.

You get a certain number of points per day you can use (I get 21!!) based on age, weight, activity level of your job. You have to use all points. You also get 35 extra points a week you can use.

If you're already in your weight range, I'm not sure if you can join- you may need to get a doctor's note. Try calling or stopping by one to ask. You may need to agree to lose no more than the 10-15 lbs. Good luck!!

Summertimegal424 Posted: Apr 12, 2008 04:36 PM

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dont give up...if u mess up...start back on the track as soon as the words come outta your mouth 'i messed up' and dont give up...yes it hards but you have to remember you are not on a diet, your are changing the way you eat and finding ways to work it into your lifestyle

grkbarbie Posted: Apr 12, 2008 04:42 PM

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yea i kind of overslept today..theres a weight watchers 30 seconds form my house in Bay terrace but the last meeting was at 12...and you have to get there 30 min prior to sign forms and stuff.. i dont htink i need a doctors note, ill just show them my gut lol

i may be in my weight range but its not cute!

T E R I Posted: Apr 12, 2008 06:41 PM

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So far i have been very strict with myself, today was my third weigh in, and so far i have lost 8.6 pounds. Everyday i don't use all of my points so i haven't even touched my extra 35 points. I just have to plan everything out a little more than usual. I always bring my lunch to work during the week so that makes it easy, dinner makes it hard but its all about planning. And i just keep all low point snacks around the house

Dont let it get you down and keep with it

GiantsBride Posted: Apr 13, 2008 09:03 PM

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I was really successful with it in college - I have had minimal success with it since then. I allow other things in my life to come before changing my eating habits... I need to focus on making myself healthier. I know I can be successful with WW - now I just have to stick to it!