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  • Happy Friday

    • From: bridge92
    • Description:

      Good morning and Happy Friday!

      Sorry for the silence yesterday.  But, got a little tied up and couldn't get on here to send out my usual daily blog.  But, I am back today!  This will probably be my last blog for a few days.  I'll be busy next week with travel and Thanksgiving plans.  So, look for me again on next Friday!  We'll have a lot to catch up on by then for sure. Wink

      So, next week is the big week.....Thanksgiving Day celebrations begin!  So, read all my blogs that gave you some good tips on what to do during those holiday celebrations.  At the end of this blog, I'll list them again for you.  Just be prepared and you'll do fine.  Don't let anyone or any food sabatoge your progress....it is not worth it.  Just keep that in mind and you'll be fine.  I am telling myself the same thing too.  Also, check out my Turkey Day Recipe blog and get some great ideas on what to bring or serve at the celebrations.  Remember, this holiday is about family, friends and sharing, so a lot of food does not have to be the main attraction.   Keep the bigger picture in mind.

      Here are the reminder tips:

      • Have a game plan in mind before you go.  Enjoy a light snack or meal at least 30 minutes before arriving to the dinner. You won’t be hungry and it will keep you in control. If you can, ask what will be served and then offer to bring something along. Bringing a dish will give assurance there will be at least one healthy offering as well as show the host or hostess your thoughtfulness.

      • Scan then choose.  Before anything hits your plate, look at what is presented, then decide. Go for veggie platters, steamed or roasted vegetables, turkey breast or chicken (skin removed), and fruit for dessert. Steer clear of the creamy based salads, such as potato or pasta salad.  Watch out for the stuffing and cheesy casseroles too.  These items are often loaded with calories and fats that can potentially derail your weight loss and healthy eating goals.  You may sample a small taste of one item that may not be as healthy, but watch those portion sizes. 

      • Stay in control.   Sometimes peer pressure can play a vital role in this situation.  If people do not see you eating as much as they are, they can feel as though you are not joining in on the fun.  So, the key is to be prepared and have something already in your hand. An ice filled cup of water or diet soda won’t add any additional calories and won’t leave you standing there idle. If someone still pressures you, just be polite, and say no thank you.

      • Get involved.  Remember, the holiday should be about getting together and sharing in the joy of the holiday season.  Food is not the only way to get involved in the party.  So, be sociable and mingle. A good discussion and even a card game are good distractions that can keep you on track.   However, when you do engage in conversations, keep away from the food table.  If you engage too long in front of the table, you may not only find yourself engaging in good conversation, but also some mindless nibbling.

      Have a healthy Thanksgiving holiday!  See you next Friday online!!

      Bridgette 

       

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  • Taking back control

    • From: bridge92
    • Description:

      Good morning everyone!

      I hope you all had a fantastic weekend!  My weekend started off pretty good.  On Friday, hubby stopped by and surprised me at work with some roses.  I was blown away!  I was totally not expecting it at all.  It really made my day!  He told me how much he appreciates and loves me and sees how much I do.  That really made me feel good! 

      I actually got a lot of rest this weekend.  I am proud of myself.  Resting is very hard for me.  I am truly a “busy” body.   But, I'm working on it.  I usually run around doing this and that and then regret it on Monday mornings.  But, this time, I did get some much needed rest.  I spent a lot of time with my 5 year old daughter.  That is always fun and adventurous.  She loves to challenge me.  Laughing

      But, even though I had some good things going on this weekend, there are the not so good times.  There are the stressful times, the disappointment times, the sad times and the just being "in dumps" times.  One thing I was thinking about was that this is the final week before Thanksgiving!  Whew....time has flown right by!   We are going to be pretty busy that week in our house.  I am sure it will be a busy week for most of you as well.  It is so easy to be in focus when things are going well, but what happens when things are not going well with us?  What happens when we are in stress mode?  Do we get derailed and lose focus?

      In last week’s blogs, I shared some great recipes and recipe links for the big festivities.  I even shared with you some tips on how to stay on track at parties and events this holiday season.  But, there is one more thing I want to share with you.  If you are like me, eating based on emotions, you will need some help when the holiday stress starts to get to you.  Here are some tips that I have discovered on my journey that really help me get through the stress and "not so good times" without turning to food for comfort.  I hope you find at least one or two or even all that are useful for you.  Here goes…..

      The six step zero calorie solution for handling emotional eating:

      1. Discover your emotional triggers
      2. Regain control
      3. Avoid unwanted extra calories  

      1.  Cry it out. Allow yourself to feel the pain. Tears allow you to release what is bothering you from deep inside. Don’t bury the feelings with food.  Let the tears roll. 

      2.  Pray it out. Once you start allowing yourself to feel the pain, you will need some help dealing with it. Ask God to give you strength. He will hear your cries and give you comfort like no other food. He can permanently fill that emptiness with peace and contentment. 

      3.  Write it out. When that moment hits you, write it down. A journal serves as a good distraction and allows you to say everything you are feeling at that moment. These are your thoughts and feelings and no one else has to know. Once you have it all on paper, your journal will serve as a very useful tool to identify your food triggers when you are in emotional overload.  

      Ask yourself these questions:
      • What happened to make you feel bad?
      • What are you thinking about eating?
      • Are you hungry at this moment?
      • What are you planning to do? 

      4.  Laugh it out. Laugher is truly the best medicine. Allow yourself to laugh at yourself sometimes. We often take ourselves too seriously. Some situations are very serious and should be treated accordingly. However, in most situations, you will find that it could always be worse.  

      5.  Work it out. Go for a walk or exercise. It clears your mind and refocuses your attention on something else rather than your present situation. It turns you away from the food and back to your weight loss and fitness goals.  

      6.  Talk it out. Communication is a key to opening the door to your inner feelings. However, be careful. Talk to someone who won’t judge you and someone you truly trust. Tell them how you feel and be specific. If they are the person who is causing you pain, tell them. If there are underlying problems in your relationship, discussing the issues will heal you and even the relationship.

      So, stop, take a deep breath, and take back control.  No matter what life throws at you, there is always a zero calorie solution. 

      For more info:  Feeding your feelings – WebMD.com

       

      Until tomorrow…..stay on the journey!  Wink

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  • Smart Ones diet plan

    • From: India B
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      Hi Pandora,

      I'm in the same boat as you :-) Earlier this week I purchased 100 bucks worth of smart ones food and deserts from Pathmark.  They were 6 for 10 bucks!  It's been 1 week and I'm down 5lbs. Since i'm seeing results I'm going to do the WW smart ones diet strictly until I reach my goal.  I find it's easier becase the points are calulated on the box so all I have to do is heat and eat which makes it easier for me to keep track. I say give it a try

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  • Re: Smart Ones diet plan

    • From: Badvibe1
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      Hi Pandora,

      I do a mix of Smart Ones and other food, but all is low fat, but I do allow my self a splurge ones a week which is a favorite burritto from a local place.  but I substitue at least one to two meals a day with Smart Ones and the Turkey and mashed potatoes are the best!.  I also track my points and within 3 months I have lost 25 pounds and it keeps melting off of me.

      I do subscribe to WW online and it helps me track and I do not attend meetings and still seeing results.&nb

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  • Fast Food

  • 411 on Holiday eating

    • From: bridge92
    • Description:

      Whew…..we are almost to Friday!!  Laughing

       

      As we continue gearing up for Thanksgiving, I wanted to continue sharing strategies and of course, recipes that will get you through the holiday eating frenzy.  Whether you are planning to eat out at a restaurant (Oh yes, many restaurants and hotels will be serving Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving day!) or with your family and friends at home, if you are planning to splurge this Thanksgiving holiday, here a few tips on how to burn off those extra calories. 

       

      Burn Off Extra Thanksgiving Calories

      http://www.startmakingchoices.com/beactive/articles/Burn-Extra-Holiday-Calories.jsp?WT.mc_id=SMC_Nov_09_B&WT.mc_ev=click

       

      But for those of us who want to stay on course and away from the next dress or pants size, here are some great tips to help this holiday season as well as any party or event you may attend.

      • Have a game plan in mind before you go.  Enjoy a light snack or meal at least 30 minutes before arriving to the dinner. You won’t be hungry and it will keep you in control. If you can, ask what will be served and then offer to bring something along. Bringing a dish will give assurance there will be at least one healthy offering as well as show the host or hostess your thoughtfulness.

      • Scan then choose.  Before anything hits your plate, look at what is presented, then decide. Go for veggie platters, steamed or roasted vegetables, turkey breast or chicken (skin removed), and fruit for dessert. Steer clear of the creamy based salads, such as potato or pasta salad.  Watch out for the stuffing and cheesy casseroles too.  These items are often loaded with calories and fats that can potentially derail your weight loss and healthy eating goals.  You may sample a small taste of one item that may not be as healthy, but watch those portion sizes. 

      • Stay in control.   Sometimes peer pressure can play a vital role in this situation.  If people do not see you eating as much as they are, they can feel as though you are not joining in on the fun.  So, the key is to be prepared and have something already in your hand. An ice filled cup of water or diet soda won’t add any additional calories and won’t leave you standing there idle. If someone still pressures you, just be polite, and say no thank you.

      • Get involved.  Remember, the holiday should be about getting together and sharing in the joy of the holiday season.  Food is not the only way to get involved in the party.  So, be sociable and mingle. A good discussion and even a card game are good distractions that can keep you on track.   However, when you do engage in conversations, keep away from the food table.  If you engage too long in front of the table, you may not only find yourself engaging in good conversation, but also some mindless nibbling.

       

      Now, to add on to the recipes that I shared in yesterday’s blog, here are a few more! 

       

      Here is an awesome pumpkin cake recipe that I discovered while searching online!  I have made this cake numerous times.   It is SO good!  No one will believe it is low in calories and fat!  Shhh!  Don’t tell anyone!  Just sit back and hear all the compliments of how delicious it is.  Smile

       

      Quick and Easy Pumpkin Cake

      http://www.startmakingchoices.com/recipes/recipeDetails.jsp?action=recipe&recipeid=1826&view=view&WT.mc_id=SMC_Nov_09_B&WT.mc_ev=click

       

      Oh, and one more link……here are TONS of recipes for some healthy holiday eating:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/thanksgiving-recipes/NU00643

       

      That’s all for now!  Have a great day!

       

      Bridgette Wink

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  • Partner Up??

    • From: flyondawall
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      I am starting the plan today. I don't know if I'm going it right, but here's the gist: I was going to get Jenny Craig sent to me. I live where there is no center, and the cost would be $600 month. I thought of NutriSystem. Cost would be about $400 month and the food, questionable.

      So then I remembered my friend, who is once again a Skinny Minnie, and she lost all her weight (30lbs I think) by enjoying Smart Ones.

      I am a foodie. I like the meals. I have done WW and am a lifetime member, still

    • 2 weeks ago
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  • Another Day - Another Chance

    • From: bridge92
    • Description:

      Good morning all,

      Hope this morning finds you doing well and ready to take charge of your day.  I wasn't going to post today, but something inside told me that I should just write what I feel and it just might help someone out there.  So, here goes......

      Well, yesterday was a challenge for me.  I had some very disappointing news come my way.  Something I had been hoping for and waiting for just didn't come through as expected.  It hit me pretty hard; harder than I thought possible.  When it happened, the first thought was to think about how I was going to handle it.   What would the new me do vs. the old me?  Well, of course the old me says to go out and hit the first drive thru that you see.  But the new me is rational and says, no you better not do that.  You have come too far on this journey to turn back to old habits.  The light bulb went off in my head and that is how I knew there will always be that battle there inside of me.  No matter how long I am on this journey, it will be a battle going on.  But, thank God, he didn't let me fall into the trap.  So, I stopped what I was doing, called my husband talked to him about the issue.  Got a pep talk from him.  Then, I called a friend of mine and got a pep talk from her.  Slowly, the pain started to settle a bit.  As I drove home, I turned on my CD and asked God to help me.  I picked up my daughter from school and focused on helping her with her homework.  I was proud of myself because I didn't turn to the food like I use to do.  I focused on other things and other people to distract me from what I was feeling.  Last night, I did some crying too.  That helped a lot to finally let it all come down and out. 

      I wrote this in hopes that it helps someone else too.  You may be going through something right now.  And, I stopped by to encourage you that there is another way to deal with the pain.  I don't feel 100% better about the news, but I am getting there.  I am learning to deal with bad days and disappointments in a different way.  I believe that if God closes one door, he is getting ready to open up another one.  The point is that I am learning on this journey is to look to him and not to the food for the comfort.  Life is tough and having to go through it "sober", meaning no longer binging on food for comfort, is tough at times.  Yes, even I still go through the struggle.  I started my journey 3 years ago, but still learning that it is a fight everyday.  I understand now that I am in for the fight of my life.  I have to stay prayed up and in check each day to battle this weight journey.  So, if you are out there and struggling with depression, stress or any other obstacle and it is taking you to food, please be assured, that you are not alone in this.  You can pull yourself out of it.  Stay on the journey and don't give up.  But what I am telling myself each day is that I can't take the focus off of what is important.  That is me and staying on track to continue on my journey.  With God's help, I know I can beat this.....one day at a time....one day at a time.  BUT.....this is a new day and new chance to jump the next hurdle.

      Have a great day!  Hey....tomorrow is FRIDAY!!!!!  Wink

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  • Smart Pizza recipes

    • From: bridge92
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      It is only Tuesday and I am already thinking about some fun food for the weekend!  Just because you are watching your weight doesn't mean you can't have what you crave.  Just have it smart and sensible.  I love Smart Ones Artisan Pizzas!!  But, if you don't feel like going out to the store, these recipes come very close to the next best thing.

      Recipe #1: Low-Fat “Pepperoni” Pizza (from Bridgette’s kitchen) Makes 8 slices

      Quick tip: Since most people eat with their eyes, try cutting the pepperoni slices in half. Then, cut up the cheese shreds a little bit too. Spread toppings evenly over pizza. It gives the illusion that you ordered a pizza with “extra” pepperoni and “extra” cheese.

      Pillsbury Refrigerated Pizza Crust – Classic
      34 slices of Hormel Turkey Pepperoni
      1-1/2 Cups Ragu Pizza Sauce
      1 cup Kraft 2% Reduced Fat Mozzarella (4 oz.)

      Follow directions on pizza crust tube for baking temp and baking time. Spray a baking sheet or cookie sheet with olive oil or canola cooking spray. Roll out pizza crust onto prepared baking pan. Spread out crust until it covers the entire bottom of pan.
      Tip: You may also use a two 12 in round pizza pans to make two round thin crust pizzas.

      Spoon on the sauce and spread evenly. Sprinkle ½ of the cheese, and then spread out the pepperoni sliced halves evenly over pizza for full coverage. Sprinkle over remaining cheese. Spray lightly with non-fat olive oil or canola oil spray.

      Bake in oven according to pizza crust instructions. Allow to cool slightly. Cut into 8 even slices. Note: If baking two thin crust pizzas, cut each into 4 wedges. Enjoy!

      1 serving (1 slice) = Approx. 201 cal/5.25 fat grams/less than 1 gram saturated fat
      24% fat

      Recipe #2: Bagel style “Pepperoni” Pizza (from Bridgette’s kitchen) – Makes 2 bagel pizzas.  Loaded with fiber and protein! Both bagel pizzas are less than 400 calories total. Compared to the calories of a traditional pepperoni pizza, this is a great calorie bargain! If eating only one bagel pizza, then it will be 187.5 calories/4.5 fat grams. 

      1 Thomas’ Hearty Grains 100% Whole Wheat Bagel
      8 slices Hormel Turkey Pepperoni
      ¼ cup Ragu Pizza Sauce
      ¼ cup Kraft 2% Mozzarella Cheese       

      Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray. Place bagel halves onto pan. Divide sauce between each bagel half. Add four pepperoni slices per bagel half. Add 2T cheese per bagel half. Spray lightly with non-fat olive oil or canola oil spray. Bake at 400 for about 10-15 min or until cheese melts and edges of bagels are slightly toasted.

      2 bagel pizzas = approx. 375 cal/9 fat grams
      22% fat

      Enjoy your pizza party!  And remember…….watch those portions!

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  • Keeping in Shape at Winter: To

    • From: jenniferadams1985
    • Description:

      As summer draws to a close and winter draws closer, it can be easy to look forward to a few months of being tucked away inside, warm and away from the cold outdoors. And while this is still possible, it's important to keep an eye on your health at the same time.

      With shorter days and colder weather, it's easy to neglect the importance of taking exercise during the winter. Ironically, this is one of the major times of the year when your body needs to be in top condition. With the change in seasons, your body can easily become prone to colds and flues, so having the physical strength to battle these off is important.

      If going outside for a jog in the mornings or evenings is too much for you, why not consider joining a gym? Although gyms have the image of containing body worshippers and steroid-loving weight lifters, this isn't the case with most gyms. In fact most gyms or leisure clubs simply contain other people just like yourself who are looking to keep trim.

      Of course staying healthy isn't just about taking exercise, although this is very important. The food you eat plays an important role in how healthy you are. While cutting out certain foods is always seen as the most important part of staying fit, when it comes to keeping winter colds at bay it's more about what you eat rather than what you don't eat.

      For example, foods with a high content of vitamin c are particularly important during the winter months. Vitamin C is essential for keeping you healthy, boosting your immune system and allowing you to keep healthy and fight off colds.

      With the increased focus on keeping fit and healthy, winter proves an ideal time to look at your long term health. A checkup with your doctor, a blood test or perhaps speaking to a health or life insurance company are all ways in which you can do this.

      So rather than just snuggling up by the fire this winter, take the opportunity to keep your health in shape. Just half an hour a day could make all the difference and there will still be plenty of time left to snuggle up by the fire.

      Jennifer Adams writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.

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  • Bridgette Wilson - The Journey

    • From: bridge92
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      Long as I could remember.  I was the “cute, but chubby” girl.  In the first grade, I weighed 90 pounds!!  I was the one that adults would say, “She has such a pretty face, if only she could lose a little weight…..” 

       

      Fast food was my obsession.  I loved French fries…..they were everything.  I never met a French fry I didn’t like.  When I was in Middle school, every Friday Mom treated us to somewhere special.  I would get off the bus and no matter what had happened that day, I knew we were going to go and eat later that evening.  There was a place where I grew up in Houston, called “Master Burger”.  They had small orders of fries: four for 25 cent with a coupon.  I would get the Master Burger with Cheese and four orders of fries and sometimes onion rings as well.  I would eat it all!! 

       

      College was where I had my first wake up call to do something about my weight.  One of my mother’s friends was into fitness and losing weight.  She recommended I try Slim-Fast.  I did it for about two weeks and lost 14 pounds.  I was hooked.  So, then I started exercising, watching what I ate and really giving it my all.  I went from 194 to 130!!  I was wearing a size 8 and thought I was the queen of the world.  But the part I didn’t learn was HOW to eat and WHAT to do after the diet is over.    I was finally thinner, but very unhealthy.  I realized that you can’t live on shakes for the rest of your life.  So, before long, I put the weight back on and was heavier than when I first started out.

       

      In spite of my weight challenges over the years, I met a wonderful man in the fall of 1997.  Shawn and I were married on May 20, 2000.   On our wedding day, I weighed 175, which I had accomplished to fit into my wedding dress.  Before I got pregnant, I had swarmed up to 210 pounds.  We had our daughter in 2004, which surprisingly, I only gained 30 pounds, so that took me to about 240 pounds.  After Kayla was born, I dropped 25 pounds just like that.  I thought to myself, hey, let’s try losing some more.  So, I did finally get down to 188 and was feeling pretty good.  I got on a 1500 calorie diet plan on my own.  I exercised and was feeling pretty good about my accomplishment.  But then, the yo-yo dieting started all over again for me.  I returned to my old habits and the weight returned as well.  I was back up to 215 pounds.

       

      A job offer came to me in November 2006.  We moved to Austin, TX.   I continued with my bad eating habits, rebelling on being healthy.  I tried to convince myself that since I keep going back to the 200 pound range, maybe this is just where I was meant to remain.  

       

      Finally, my turning point came.  I had to get self-employment insurance because my consulting firm was not going to be able to provide group insurance to the Texas employees.   So, that meant every consultant for my company working in Texas had to get their own insurance.  Once the agent found out how much I weighed, they put me in a high risk category, which meant my rate changed so drastically.  This was the wakeup call I needed.

       

      On December 28, 2006, I started my weight loss journey, weighing 215 pounds.   For once in my life, I realized, it was an addiction with me and fatty foods.  I didn’t want to go back this time, but go forward.  I didn’t need to be skinny, just healthy.   I started changing the way I was eating and got into exercise.  After a year, I got to my ultimate goal of losing 92 pounds!

       

      I have been maintaining my weight loss (between 121-124) since March 2008, which is over a year and half.  I am now a size 4-6 Petite in pants and skirts and small in tops!  I use to be a size 22W pants and XXL in tops.  This makes shopping so much easier and more fun now!

       

      But the three things that are the key to my success are:

       

      • You must make it a lifestyle change.   
      • You can not return to old habits.
      • You must do it for YOU.

       

      I have learned to find sensible alternatives and still get the same satisfaction as the high fat foods gave me.   Some people want to challenge me to see if I will stick to my new way of eating.  I use this as a tool to make me stronger.   I have adopted a new way of thinking and along with it came a new life.   

       

      Before I go out to a restaurant, I research online for calorie and fat counts.  I know what to order before I get there.  I only eat out twice a month, and I make Smart Ones part of my lunch menu at least 3 times a week!

      I have learned on my journey that you must plan or you will fail.  I have finally learned that I am a food addict and I have to be aware of that or I will end up back in the plus-size department.   But with a little planning ahead, I believe I will make it this time.    

      The surprising conclusion is that I don’t even like the way those fatting foods made me feel.  I know that I didn’t like the way they made me look.   So, do I miss it??  Not one bit, because when I look in a mirror, I am so grateful to God for helping me to find a new life.

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  • CCTX Newbie Here

    • From: kshackney
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      Hello All-

      I am new to this site. I do not attend Weight Watchers due to a tight budget. However I have found these post very helpful. I am 25 years old and have always struggled with my weight. I am only 5'1" and in high school and college I weighed between 118 and was my heaviest at 130. When I got pregnant with my son I was 144 and delivered at 155. I thought since I was nursing him the pounds would just fall off. BIG mistake, I packed on the pounds. I ate horrible and drank Dr. Pepper by the 44

    • 1 month ago
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  • my journey

    • From: kymberlee
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      Where do I begin? I feel like weight has been an issue in my life since I've been 10 years old. I have always struggled with it and it seems like such a part of me that it's all I have ever thought about. I'm not going to sit here and say I was trying to hide pain with food, I had a wonderful, turmoil filled, average upbringing and will not blame my parents or peer pressure for my weight issues. I simply love food. I love the way it makes me feel, I love the different textures and tastes, and for the way it brings family together. I just have a problem with knowing when enough is enough. I love food so much, and want to be able to eat what I want when I want that parts of me go into denial mode and before I know it, I have 50 or more pounds to lose. I enjoy my way up to a certain point, then realize I need to do something for my health and for myself. To help me on my quest, I have gone to the weight watchers point system. It has been a God send. I am still able to enjoy the foods I love without going overboard or feeling guilty about it. All I can say is I have lost these 50 stubborn pounds and have never felt deprived or like I was on a diet. Thank you so much weight watchers for your point system, and for your food. I will forever be grateful..... 

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  • "I'm fat" no longer exists in

    • From: zarie786
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      I hated my body for as long as I can remember. I would always look into the mirror and say “I look so fat” or “My stomach looks so big”. To make it worse, when I was 13, I had a medical problem and had to take medicine which had a side effect of weight gain and increased appetite. In the following months, the weighing scale always made my heart sink to my stomach, and I thought I just couldn’t control cravings. When I was 17, I decided to try Weight Watchers Smart Ones. Within 3 months, I lost 32 pounds. Everyone noticed and asked how I did it, they were all impressed. All I did was replace 2 meals with Smarts Ones and walked for 30 minutes a day. Before I bought my first one, I was skeptic of the efficacy and if it would taste good. After I tried it, I thought it tasted awesome and it was unlike any other frozen food. When you make it, it actually looks like what’s printed on the box. They’re so satisfying, and a lot cheaper than eating out. My favorites are the Chicken Quesadillas, Steak and ranch grilled flatbread, and shrimp marinara. My friends and I now skip ordering pizza and eat Smart Ones. Delicious, and no guilt in the morning. I rave about this to everyone when they ask me how I lost my weight and they love it also. I recommend this to any one, whether you’re trying to lose a couple vanity pounds or going for a bigger weight loss goal. This really, really works. Don’t waste your money on diet pills and gimmicks-none of that works. For half the price of what I’d eat at a fast food place, I can eat something healthy with variety. There’s something for everyone. Vegetarians, meat-lovers, people with a sweet tooth. They’re ideal for college kids- it’s healthier, faster, more convenient, and cheaper than cafeterias. When I went to college I used it to combat the freshman 15. In fact, I lost another 5 pounds my first year because of all the walking to class along with a healthy diet. Now I can look in the mirror with higher self-esteem and with pride of knowing that I did this by myself without surgery or diet pills. So take my advice, and buy Smart Ones-if they worked for me, they can work for you!

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  • My Journey

    • From: cdubois
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       I have been significantly overweight all of my life.  I spent my childhood being called names and teased daily by kids and adults.  I have always been self confident, smart and somewhat popular.  Those characteristics got me through the teasing and sadness that I dealt with all of my life.  I wanted more than anything to be a cheerleader in junior high, so I tried out.  I didn’t make it and later was told by the coach herself that I was more than able to be a cheerleader but she didn’t pick me because I was “too fat”, her words to me.  Wow!  That was painful but not enough for me to do anything about my weight.  Go figure! 

                  For the next 28 years of my life my weight went up and down.  I have never tallied up all the pounds I have lost but it surely is in the hundreds by now.  I gained them all back and then some.  I always dressed nice, worked out and told myself I was healthy and fit.  After all, I do teach cycling classes at the gym—how can I be unfit right?  But then something began happening to me physically.  I started having chest pain, aching knees and a bad mental image of myself.  I was simply not happy.  To this day—I am not sure what happened that made me walk in the door to Weight Watchers, but I did.  (Actually, I think it was Teresa that made me feel like it would be a good thing so I credit her for being the push I needed.)  Not only did WW change the way I eat and look at food, it changed the way I look at my life all together. WW made me see that I am worth the effort, the work and the commitment to make a positive change in my health and overall well being.  It has been amazing!!!  I have never felt better, sexier, and more fit than I do today.  I now look in the mirror and like what I see and that is the best thing I have felt in a long, long time.  It is my worst fear that I will be overweight again and it is more than I can bear.  With WW and people like Rosemarie giving me the support I need, I have surrounded myself with tools that will help me remain successful for the remainder of my life.

                  I have new goals for the fitness part of my life for 2009 and I am going to get there.  I am determined to keep fitness and good health number one in my life now.  It is my dream to help other women feel this good about themselves and in some way I will do that.

       

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  • My Weight Loss Journey

    • From: cspliedt
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      Hi!  My name is Corinne Spliedt and I have been a lifetime member for about 20 months.  I had always been fit, exercising three times a week, since I was 30 years old.  It wasn’t until I reached age 40 that the weight started creeping up.  When I turned 40, I gained 5 lbs which translated to increasing by 2 sizes.  I thought there was something wrong with me so I mentioned it at my physical.  My doctor replied that I had to “eat less and exercise more”.  I was infuriated!  Didn’t he know that I exercised faithfully and I thought I ate healthy foods? 

       

      Each year I packed on more pounds until I went from a size 8 to a 14 and had gained 35 lbs.  I was devastated when I tried on my fall wardrobe and could not zip up a single pair of pants.  That was my turning point as well as seeing my picture in my daughter’s wedding photos.  I did not like what I saw.

       

      It was very difficult to walk in the door to our local Weight Watchers facility.  I was very nervous and embarrassed until I looked around and noticed members of my community, co-workers, parishioners, and people from school.  I was not alone.  Everyone struggles with their weight but not everyone does something positive to overcome the problem.  I was a bit confused and overwhelmed initially by the points plan, but as each week went by, it became easier until it just became part of my daily routine.

       

      The biggest lesson I learned from Weight Watchers is to look at the fat and fiber content and portion sizes.  This is what caused my weight gain in the first place.  I didn’t look at these things and I was not diligent on determining whether something was healthy just because it had low fat, sugar-free, or diet on the package.  It was a real eye opener to see the nutrition information of my favorite dishes at local restaurants.  I subscribe to HungryGirl.com which gives me a great deal of helpful information regarding food products and motivational ideas.  I also know how to order when I eat out by eliminating certain items, mainly deep fried foods, creamy sauces, butter, ordering sauces on the side, and going on-line prior to the meal and look up the lowest fat menu items.  It’s called being prepared.

       

      Each day for lunch I would have a Smart Ones entrée because not only did I enjoy them but it was easy to track the point value.  I keep a box of Fiber One bars in my car and one bar in my purse in case of a snack attack.  I have a 48 oz. water bottle with me at all times.  I have only missed 2 meetings since I joined in October 2007 due to vacations, and I believe this has kept me on track.  The meetings give you ideas, support, and the opportunity to utilize the Weight Watchers products to keep you going.  I make sure to include fruits and vegetables in each meal or snack.  I snack on low calorie items that are recommended by WW or HG.  This has been a lifesaver for me as I tend to snack when I get bored.

       

      I have more energy now and I weigh the same as when I got married 27 years ago.  I am 50 years old, and I feel much younger and vital than I did when I was 40.  Since I’ve been unemployed I’ve increased my exercise regimen from three  to six times a week at a gym, and do stretches and use a weighted hula-hoop for 15 minutes every other day to keep my body strong.  I now enjoy exercising instead of feeling that I “have to do it because I ate too much the night before”.  I went down to a size 4 and still have a hard time believing that I accomplished my goal and have maintained it for this long. 

       

      I encourage anyone who thinks that it is too hard to lose weight to try Weight Watchers and have an open mind.  It will not happen overnight, but you will see a transformation if you continue attending the meetings and following the healthy food guidelines.  I went from 165 to 130 lbs., and lost 32 inches total.

       

      Thank you for the opportunity to share my story.

       

      Sincerely,

       

      Corinne A. Spliedt

       

       

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  • my before picture

    • From: cspliedt
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      Hi!  My name is Corinne Spliedt and I have been a lifetime member for about 20 months.  I had always been fit, exercising three times a week, since I was 30 years old.  It wasn’t until I reached age 40 that the weight started creeping up.  When I turned 40, I gained 5 lbs which translated to increasing by 2 sizes.  I thought there was something wrong with me so I mentioned it at my physical.  My doctor replied that I had to “eat less and exercise more”.  I was infuriated!  Didn’t he know that I exercised faithfully and I thought I ate healthy foods? 

       

      Each year I packed on more pounds until I went from a size 8 to a 14 and had gained 35 lbs.  I was devastated when I tried on my fall wardrobe and could not zip up a single pair of pants.  That was my turning point as well as seeing my picture in my daughter’s wedding photos.  I did not like what I saw.

       

      It was very difficult to walk in the door to our local Weight Watchers facility.  I was very nervous and embarrassed until I looked around and noticed members of my community, co-workers, parishioners, and people from school.  I was not alone.  Everyone struggles with their weight but not everyone does something positive to overcome the problem.  I was a bit confused and overwhelmed initially by the points plan, but as each week went by, it became easier until it just became part of my daily routine.

       

      The biggest lesson I learned from Weight Watchers is to look at the fat and fiber content and portion sizes.  This is what caused my weight gain in the first place.  I didn’t look at these things and I was not diligent on determining whether something was healthy just because it had low fat, sugar-free, or diet on the package.  It was a real eye opener to see the nutrition information of my favorite dishes at local restaurants.  I subscribe to HungryGirl.com which gives me a great deal of helpful information regarding food products and motivational ideas.  I also know how to order when I eat out by eliminating certain items, mainly deep fried foods, creamy sauces, butter, ordering sauces on the side, and going on-line prior to the meal and look up the lowest fat menu items.  It’s called being prepared.

       

      Each day for lunch I would have a Smart Ones entrée because not only did I enjoy them but it was easy to track the point value.  I keep a box of Fiber One bars in my car and one bar in my purse in case of a snack attack.  I have a 48 oz. water bottle with me at all times.  I have only missed 2 meetings since I joined in October 2007 due to vacations, and I believe this has kept me on track.  The meetings give you ideas, support, and the opportunity to utilize the Weight Watchers products to keep you going.  I make sure to include fruits and vegetables in each meal or snack.  I snack on low calorie items that are recommended by WW or HG.  This has been a lifesaver for me as I tend to snack when I get bored.

       

      I have more energy now and I weigh the same as when I got married 27 years ago.  I am 50 years old, and I feel much younger and vital than I did when I was 40.  Since I’ve been unemployed I’ve increased my exercise regimen from three  to six times a week at a gym, and do stretches and use a weighted hula-hoop for 15 minutes every other day to keep my body strong.  I now enjoy exercising instead of feeling that I “have to do it because I ate too much the night before”.  I went down to a size 4 and still have a hard time believing that I accomplished my goal and have maintained it for this long. 

       

      I encourage anyone who thinks that it is too hard to lose weight to try Weight Watchers and have an open mind.  It will not happen overnight, but you will see a transformation if you continue attending the meetings and following the healthy food guidelines.  I went from 165 to 130 lbs., and lost 32 inches total.

       

      Thank you for the opportunity to share my story.

       

      Sincerely,

       

      Corinne A. Spliedt

       

       

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  • A Journey worth every effort

    • From: krisnturner
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      86 pounds!  That is what the final count of pounds lost was for me!  Of course it was a journey and took me 15 months of dedication and will to do it....but it was worth the end results! 

      October 2007 I saw myself in the mirror and was disgusted!  I could not beleive how big I had gotten.  I had quit looking in the mirror, had quit being in pictures, and had quit caring.  Well, that all changed one day.  I called a friend who I had watched lose 100 pounds and asked her if I could attend her meeting with her.  Of course I could...so that Wednesday in October I attended my first Weight Watcher meeting.  There was so much inspiration and motivation at that meeting that there was no turning back.  I joined that day!  Now, I had not been on scale in quite awhile and had no idea how much I weighed.  I stepped on the scale and began my journey at 238 pounds.  I immedietly started counting points on everything.  When I would eat it was not longer: "Oh, that sandwich was good!" It was, "Oh, that sandwich is 8 points!"  I became what my mother called me....a Weight Watcher Nazi!  For the next 15 months I stayed dedicated and would watch the weight come off.  I couldn't always see it, but everyone around me could.  I continued to make smart choices in what I was eating and watching my portion controls.  That is one thing that was the hardest for me.  I did not realize how much I was actually eating!  When I would have something to eat, I would eat what was given to me or eat until I felt full.  I never measured or weighed anything until that October.  I bought a scale for food and weighed or measured everything that I would eat.  The weight started litterally falling off of me.  There were some weeks that I would have a slight gain or not lose as much as I had hoped to lose but I stuck with it.  I always tracked what I was eating also.  It made it so much easier to see what I had actually taken in and would keep me in contol.  My motto became....if you bite it, write it!  15 months after starting my journey at 238 pounds I had finally reached my goal.  I had lost 86 pounds!  I look better, feel better and am all around a better person.  I am always looking to inspire someone to lose weight and get told all the time I am a huge inspiration!  I never knew it was so much fun to be healthy and skinny!  I can do more with my kids, I don't get tired as easily as I used to, and I can ride rollar coasters and actually not get stuck in them!!!  I have been maintaining my weight now for 8 months and plan to stay the way I am.  I will never go back to being big again!  The journey was all worth it in the end!

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  • my weight loss success

    • From: desautell
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      WHY I DID IT: I was always the fat girl, the one who was picked last for everything in school. When I graduated high school, I married a year later and had two children by age 23. Taking care of two little ones, there was never any time for me. I ate fast food, and the weight just kept piling on. I made several attempts to get healthy. When my youngest was 3, I joined Weight Watchers. I worked hard at it and lost 86 pounds, but when my marriage fell apart and I became a single mom, I made poor food choices, went out to eat all the time, and the weight came right back on and then some. I just kept on eating junk food and didn't care how I looked. I developed high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. My doctor told me that I'd better do something or I'd be dead by the time I was 60. Then a new man came into my life, and he asked me to marry him. I wanted to lose 50 pounds before the wedding, which I did. But after the wedding I went right back to my old ways of eating. At 38, I became a grandmother and my granddaughter has been such a wonderful joy to me, but I continued eating poorly, dining at McDonald's and Burger King for breakfast and lunch. I was probably eating more than 5,000 calories a day at that point and washing it all down with Diet Coke. At dinnertime I would eat, then I would also snack all night long. I had gained so much weight that I was at the heaviest I had ever been 242 pounds. Then one day when my granddaughter was 3, she looked at me and said, "Memere, why can't you go and play at the park with me, like the other kids' grandmothers?" I then decided that I wanted to live and be healthy. I needed to be here for her. HOW I DID IT: I started working for Cybex in Medway, which makes exercise equipment. And in November 2007, I went back to Weight Watchers. Our CEO at Cybex paid half of the membership. Donna Gill, an employee of Cybex in Medway, lost 90 pounds thanks to hard work, support from her boss and a strict diet before her weight loss.
      Since then, I have lost a total of 90 pounds. I hit the gym five days a week and work out early in the morning at Planet Fitness in Woonsocket, R.I., or in the company gym during lunch time. The company gym has treadmills, arc trainers, bikes and strength equipment. I generally walk on the treadmill, setting it at a steep incline, for 35 to 40 minutes and then I'll use the arc trainer for 10 minutes. With a steep incline you can burn just as many calories walking as if you were running. I also do strength training. Most days I'm in the gym at 5 a.m. My husband thinks I'm nuts. I attend Weight Watchers meetings once a week on Saturdays in North Smithfield, R.I. The support group and leader help keep me motivated. SECRET TIP: Sometimes I sleep in shorts and a T-shirt so I can just get up, put on my sneakers and go. HURDLES: I gave pizza up for a year. At Weight Watchers, they call it a "red light" food. I couldn't eat just two pieces I'd eat th whole thing. Now I can eat just two pieces and fit it into my Weight Watchers plan. The holidays are the toughest because you never know what someone is going to have at their house if you're visiting. Now I eat something small at home so I can eat just a little when I go out. Often I make my own holiday meals and invite people to my house instead. I'll make a sweet potato for myself rather than eat mashed potatoes. I adjust desserts to make them low-sugar and low-fat. When I go out to eat, to Medway Cafe or Applebees for instance, I'll have a grilled chicken salad and ask them to put the dressing on the side. Or, I'll have fish, baked potato and broccoli. GOING THE DISTANCE: Today, I no longer have diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol. I no longer take medication of any kind, when before I was taking pills for everything. I went from a size 22 to a size 8/10. I have about 10 pounds to go to reach my goal, which my doctor and I have decided is a good weight for me. If it had not been for Weight Watchers and the support group that we have, I don't know if I could have done it. I have to say that I have made the best lifestyle change I could have Donna Gill, a Blackstone resident who works at Cybex in Medway, before her weight loss.
      ever made. The look in the eyes of my granddaughter, who is now 5, when she tells me how much she loves the new Memere, is priceless, and I would not change that for anything. BEST ADVICE: Don't give up. And if you have a bad day, get back on track the next. "If you always do what you always did, you're always going to get what you always got," my Weight Watchers leader used to say. She's absolutely right.
      http://www.milforddailynews.com/lifestyle/columnists/x269050010/MY-DIET-STORY-Grandma-find-motivation-in-granddaughters-eyes

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