WW/Weight Loss Check-In?

[ChillyMcFreeze]

We haven't had a WW thread in a while, so I thought I'd kick it off! (I know Alwaysabridesmaidf mentioned she was stepping away from it.)

How are we feeling post-Thanksgiving? I don't think there's been a post since the MyWW changes either. Anyone switch plans?

I lost a pound at my Saturday weigh-in by some miracle! I switched to green this week. Jury is out. I felt familiar with blue/Freestyle, so I'm having to adjust my thinking. I'll give it a couple weeks.

I should hit 25 lbs soon, but I can't stop drinking peppermint mochas! Sigh. I just love seasonal foods/bevs so much.

[skidunks]

I started Noom almost a month ago and I’ve lost 5lbs! I haven’t lost this much in forever, I would always go back and forth between the same 3 lbs so I’m pretty happy. I feel better too!

[Patsy Baloney]

I’m doing really well! I’m so glad WW broke into 3 different plans. I’m happy the structure of green is back. I don’t do well with multitudes of free foods.

Thanksgiving was great. I made a ton of bread, and felt like that was where I poured all of my attention. Instead of thinking of all the food I was going to eat, I was busy. I avoided dessert, which is hard for me, but sugar is a gateway and I felt it best to stay away. I was down a pound this week, and was really proud.

[notsopicky]

I am down about 40 since June 17, using WMCR (weigh, measure, count, record). My goal by my birthday was 55, which is next Tuesday, so I'm going to miss it by a bit, but I'll take the 40!! I am very curious what the scale will say on December 17 (that's my next weigh-in date--I weigh once a month), so I know how much I'll have left to go.

When I originally started, I had this ideal # in my head, but really, it was because I wanted to feel better. And I do.

I think I'll get to my goal by February 17, judging how the last (almost) 6 months went, lbs. lost-wise. When I think about the "maintenance" phase, though, I know that I'll always have to WMCR, because food becomes kind of a free-for-all for me, and that's what leads me to gain all the weight in the first place (I've been up and down on this yo-yo my whole life).

As a 45-year-old woman, I'm pretty proud of myself. There's a couple people at work that have commented, and it's so flattering--that someone noticed. H hasn't said one word about any of it this whole time; that makes me sad, but I keep going for me.

[meagain]

I was down .4 for the week. Down 79 total

[mrssandro]

I had a my first significant gain during Thanksgiving. Having PMS did not help. I contributed it to water retention and typical pms bloat. ( +7.6 ) Exactly one week later it was gone. I am at the border of being in the 170's and have lost -64.4 this year. My goal this month is to get into the 170's officially. I would like to be -70 by the end of the year but I think that is more of a stretch at this point. The # on the scale is of little importance in the grand scheme of things.

[maloney]

Dec 6, 2019 21:48:46 GMT -5 Patsy Baloney said:

I’m doing really well! I’m so glad WW broke into 3 different plans. I’m happy the structure of green is back. I don’t do well with multitudes of free foods.

Thanksgiving was great. I made a ton of bread, and felt like that was where I poured all of my attention. Instead of thinking of all the food I was going to eat, I was busy. I avoided dessert, which is hard for me, but sugar is a gateway and I felt it best to stay away. I was down a pound this week, and was really proud.

Yes!! I recently rejoined because smart points is back

[ChillyMcFreeze]

notsopicky Commenting on weight (even visible losses) is so loaded. I've lost 20 lbs since I started working here and no one has said anything. I figure they think they're being polite. Other friends have commented, and it feels awesome to have that hard work recognized! I think DH was afraid to say anything until I told him I wanted the validation. Now he asks how my weigh-in went every week. I think people are afraid to say "you look great" because it implies I didn't before. There's no getting it right.

[notsopicky]

Dec 9, 2019 9:19:43 GMT -5 ChillyMcFreeze said:

notsopicky Commenting on weight (even visible losses) is so loaded. I've lost 20 lbs since I started working here and no one has said anything. I figure they think they're being polite. Other friends have commented, and it feels awesome to have that hard work recognized! I think DH was afraid to say anything until I told him I wanted the validation. Now he asks how my weigh-in went every week. I think people are afraid to say "you look great" because it implies I didn't before. There's no getting it right.

I totally agree, Chilly. Even though I wrote what I wrote, I know in my head that it's a no-win (commenting/not commenting). I really don't know what to think about my H--weight is a REALLY sensitive subject for me, and he's not a compliments guy (sobs!) but damn, my love language is words of affirmation, so we're quite the mismatch in that department. The ultimate lose-lose, really. 

I'm having lunch with my favorite AP tomorrow and she's one of the 2 people that has said something to me, so I'm sure we'll talk about it a little (we're having salads, lol). 

[Patsy Baloney]

ChillyMcFreeze, notsopicky, I work at a university and have for several years. One of the faculty members whose program I came in under has become really good friends with me over the years, and he still comes to visit me and chat in my current office.

In trying to compliment me, he started with, "My wife has told me that women who have lost a noticeable amount of weight often respond positively to compliments on their hard work and appearance. Does this apply to you?"

I about fell down laughing. Even a good friend wasn't sure what to say, but his circular, academic lead-in had me rolling!

[ChillyMcFreeze]

Dec 9, 2019 16:37:24 GMT -5 Patsy Baloney said:

ChillyMcFreeze , notsopicky , I work at a university and have for several years. One of the faculty members whose program I came in under has become really good friends with me over the years, and he still comes to visit me and chat in my current office.

In trying to compliment me, he started with, "My wife has told me that women who have lost a noticeable amount of weight often respond positively to compliments on their hard work and appearance. Does this apply to you?"

I about fell down laughing. Even a good friend wasn't sure what to say, but his circular, academic lead-in had me rolling!

That's amazing. A for effort, man.

[notsopicky]

Patsy Baloney, that is most excellent of your friend. I could definitely get on board with a compliment like that.

[skidunks]

Dec 9, 2019 16:37:24 GMT -5 Patsy Baloney said:

ChillyMcFreeze, notsopicky, I work at a university and have for several years. One of the faculty members whose program I came in under has become really good friends with me over the years, and he still comes to visit me and chat in my current office.

In trying to compliment me, he started with, "My wife has told me that women who have lost a noticeable amount of weight often respond positively to compliments on their hard work and appearance. Does this apply to you?"

I about fell down laughing. Even a good friend wasn't sure what to say, but his circular, academic lead-in had me rolling!

That dude wins everything!

[mrssandro]

To add to the conversation of my feelings on commenting on weight loss. I am totally fine with people who know that I am on a journey to comment on my progress. But sometimes the conversations turn to making me uncomfortable and I hate having the convo every time I see those people. It's the strangers who don't know my first name that come up to me. I felt more comfortable being what I assumed as invisible. Now I am afraid people are looking at me all the time. (this is a more of a issue at a gym that I frequent)

[Patsy Baloney]

One thing that does bother me when people comment is that a lot of times women will turn around and insult themselves.

"You look great, I could never do that! My pants just keep getting tighter," etc.

Don't do that! You look great, too! Don't discount and put-down your body because you're taking the time to positively notice mine!

[mrssandro]

Patsy Baloney that is the uncomfortable part I am talking about. It always turns into the I am so big/pants are so tight I could never do that. I try to give encouragement and advice but it just gets awkward.

[melissa]

I'm in a similar position as skidunks, I joined noom two months ago and was down over five pounds before our trip out of town this past weekend. It's taking me longer to lose but I'm ok with that in the hopes that I am able to keep it off.

[skidunks]

Dec 10, 2019 1:06:15 GMT -5 fn2187 said:

Dec 6, 2019 21:37:17 GMT -5 skidunks said:

I started Noom almost a month ago and I’ve lost 5lbs! I haven’t lost this much in forever, I would always go back and forth between the same 3 lbs so I’m pretty happy. I feel better too!

Can you give more details on noom? I’m intrigued! I read a little on their site but was confused on exactly what it consists of!

Sorry, it’s be a crazy day!
Noom is an online app that helps track your calories to help you lose weight at a speed you choose. You have daily articles to read that really look into the behaviors and health stuff that causes weight gain. I like it because I have accountability, partly because I’m paying for it! I can track calories all day long but if I am paying for it I’m going to be honest with myself so I can lose the weight faster. I probably didn’t describe it as well as it really is but it seems to be working for me. You can do a 2 week free trial and see what you think!

[melissa]

Dec 10, 2019 23:34:05 GMT -5 skidunks said:

Dec 10, 2019 1:06:15 GMT -5 fn2187 said:

Can you give more details on noom? I’m intrigued! I read a little on their site but was confused on exactly what it consists of!

Sorry, it’s be a crazy day!
Noom is an online app that helps track your calories to help you lose weight at a speed you choose. You have daily articles to read that really look into the behaviors and health stuff that causes weight gain. I like it because I have accountability, partly because I’m paying for it! I can track calories all day long but if I am paying for it I’m going to be honest with myself so I can lose the weight faster. I probably didn’t describe it as well as it really is but it seems to be working for me. You can do a 2 week free trial and see what you think!

I also find it helpful as it categories your food into green, yellow and red categories.  Yellow and red foods should be eaten in moderation. My coach sent me a link that outlines foods in each category which was a huge help to me.

It does have articles to explain different eating types, tips and tricks to help with thought distortions, setting SMART goals, etc.

There is also a group aspect to it too in that they put you in a group type setting so you can share your goals and thoughts with those in the group for extra support.  I personally appreciate having a coach the most as someone to check in on me and help keep me accountable. 

If interested I can share a link for 20% off after the free two week trial.

[mcmel]

I weighed in at 160.0 today which is a success for me (puts me back at a little over 60 pounds lost). I’ve been really struggling with eating good portions (and healthy foods) for the past few months.

My biggest problem is when I leave work I always stop at gas stations and buy candy and chips. I’ve done this almost every day for the past few weeks which is horrible. So this weekend I bought individual packages of trail mix and cereal. Those are both definitely indulgent foods so I look forward to them on my way home. It’s helped me stay on track regarding both calories and spending money. I’m really hoping this helps me to leave the gas station foods alone 🤞🏼 It’s worked for the past 2 days so I’m hopeful!

[oregonpachey]

I have lost about 12 pounds so far! I have a goal of 30 by the end of March.

[notsopicky]

Dec 11, 2019 9:57:01 GMT -5 mcmel said:

I weighed in at 160.0 today which is a success for me (puts me back at a little over 60 pounds lost). I’ve been really struggling with eating good portions (and healthy foods) for the past few months.

My biggest problem is when I leave work I always stop at gas stations and buy candy and chips. I’ve done this almost every day for the past few weeks which is horrible. So this weekend I bought individual packages of trail mix and cereal. Those are both definitely indulgent foods so I look forward to them on my way home. It’s helped me stay on track regarding both calories and spending money. I’m really hoping this helps me to leave the gas station foods alone 🤞🏼 It’s worked for the past 2 days so I’m hopeful!

I buy a couple of prepackaged things in order to track what I'm eating better. Example: I buy snack-size almond packs and these almond biscotti things. If I were to buy them in a big canister or box, I would eat way more than a serving size--which is on me re: self-control, but it is what it is. Of course it's not as economical as buying a community container or box, and I die a little inside at the wastefulness of the packaging, but it's really the only way that I can definitively stay on track with snack food. Good for you! 

[mcmel]

Dec 11, 2019 16:55:31 GMT -5 notsopicky said:

Dec 11, 2019 9:57:01 GMT -5 mcmel said:

I weighed in at 160.0 today which is a success for me (puts me back at a little over 60 pounds lost). I’ve been really struggling with eating good portions (and healthy foods) for the past few months.

My biggest problem is when I leave work I always stop at gas stations and buy candy and chips. I’ve done this almost every day for the past few weeks which is horrible. So this weekend I bought individual packages of trail mix and cereal. Those are both definitely indulgent foods so I look forward to them on my way home. It’s helped me stay on track regarding both calories and spending money. I’m really hoping this helps me to leave the gas station foods alone 🤞🏼 It’s worked for the past 2 days so I’m hopeful!

I buy a couple of prepackaged things in order to track what I'm eating better. Example: I buy snack-size almond packs and these almond biscotti things. If I were to buy them in a big canister or box, I would eat way more than a serving size--which is on me re: self-control, but it is what it is. Of course it's not as economical as buying a community container or box, and I die a little inside at the wastefulness of the packaging, but it's really the only way that I can definitively stay on track with snack food. Good for you! 

Yes, I’m the same way for sure. I stayed within my calorie range again today with ease so I’m really really hoping this can be something I add to my long term toolbox of keeping this weight off.