Anyone on Weight Watchers Here?

I've only done it with the help of my mom (I didn't actually join - I just called her and asked how many points something was or how many points I had left) and I did work, but that was a few years ago. From what I have heard, it really helps to attend the meetings because it's sort of a support system.

Other than that, just stick to the points - drink a lot of water, put down your fork/spoon/knife between each bite (that's an important one!) and eat slowly. Also, when eating out, try to leave some food on your plate (a big problem with me). If it's something healthy - take leftovers! And be sure to work out as well (a plus: workout points!).

WW truly is the best system out there for several reasons: 1) it's not a diet - it's a change of routine (portion control, eating healthier, etc.), 2) you can eat whatever you want. Go ahead - have McDonald's even! You just have to be careful with everything else you eat that day and 3) once you are done with most diets, you go back to eating the way you used to. With WW, you get used to it and it becomes your habit.

Good luck! :)

I've just been watching my weight go up! My solution to that - portion control, healthier eating options in the house, extremely limited with soda, lots of water, and getting up off my chair/couch. I managed to drop 3 pounds over Christmas with just those guidelines.

WW is excellent for the support system...I just don't have one nearby.

I have been on Curves and watching my portions. Lately my eyes are seeing different portions than are recommended.

I joined online several years ago, and I pulled out the information again in August. I had allowed 20 pounds to slowly creep over the past 3 years. 3 very stressful years! Anyway, I started counting points in August, and I lost 22 pounds. It took 4 months. I just watch what I eat closely now to maintain the weight loss. I will be happy to tell you pretty much what I ate to lose it, just send me a message if you want more information. I find it works for me. I've only had to lose weight twice in my life and I used the point counting system both times.

I think Weight Watchers (WW) is the best weight loss program there is. I've done it in the past with great success. I was doing well and then had surgery. After my surgery, I felt like I needed the comfort of food and went off of the program. That was over a year ago. I have gained 20 pounds since then and recently decided that it's time to go back on WW. With weight loss, you have to either be ready to do it or have the ability to discipline yourself. However, the WW plan teaches you how to eat right (for the most part) and help you learn portion control. Portion Control really is the key. We all know what we need to do and WW helps us with the details. Journaling really helps you to identify what you eat, so DO THAT! It's a big eye opener. I definitely recommend the program to anyone looking to lose weight. I'd like to join and go to meetings which I never did before as i think it would be a motivator and help me be accountable, but I can't find one that is convenient for me. I'll probably just do the program without signing up as I did before. I had thought about starting a Weight Watchers group here on Gather, but they might consider that a copyright infringment and file an injunction (they're pretty strict about the use of that name!). Good luck and I'd love to hear how you do on the program!

I have two friends that lost weight and kept it off for going on three years now with great success!

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It does work if you follow the program. I have lost almost 100 pounds twice following weight watchers. This year I plan on following through and becoming a life time member so I can learn to keep it off. I can't afford the meetings at the moment but I know what to do so I'm doing that till I get near goal and then joining to loose the last bit. So far I'm down 11 pounds since Jan 2nd. I do belong to an online support group and that helps. Good luck!