# Weight Watchers Support Group **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [April 18, 2003, 5:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589 "2003-04-18T17:15:52Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 9
**Author:** ![Anahita](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/a9a28c/32.png) [@Anahita](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anahita)\ **Post date:** [May 17, 2003, 7:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/161 "2003-05-17T07:17:16Z")
Welcome to our newest Irish Doper, **Nichola**! A fresh start is just the thing, **Washte**! ---
**Author:** ![skittles](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ba9def/32.png) [@skittles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/skittles)\ **Post date:** [May 19, 2003, 7:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/162 "2003-05-19T19:30:53Z")
Well - today was WI. I lost another 2.2 pounds making my grand total 15.8 pounds! I have a lot more to go, but I am feeling very proud of myself. **GingerOfTheNorth** I have a present for you! Contact me so I can get your address and mail you your nice new 10%!!! ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [May 20, 2003, 12:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/163 "2003-05-20T00:26:56Z")
**skittles** , you’re the best! That’s so nice! Anyhoo. I’ve had my weigh and measure at the gym today: -3" bust -3" waist -6.5" abdomen -5" hips -4" thighs +1" arms Total inches lost 20.5 18 lbs lost, 12.75 lbs of which are body fat. I had lost 8 lbs before I started as well, so total is 26 lbs (although they admit the scale is high by a couple of pounds and needs balancing) ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 12:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/164 "2003-05-22T12:33:44Z")
I’m sorry for killing this thread. Come back now, please? Please! ---
**Author:** ![curly\_chick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/7ba0ec/32.png) [@curly\_chick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/curly_chick)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 12:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/165 "2003-05-22T12:57:40Z")
I’m back, just because you asked so nicely, **GingerOfTheNorth**!! Since I was last here I have lost a bit more and now am up to the grand total of 19 pounds. One whole pound away from my 10% and two away from a stone and a half. Am I pleased with me? O yes. Am I pleased with you, **GOTN**? O yes, because you resurrected this thread and because you are doing so well. Now where are all the other SDMB WWers? ---
**Author:** ![Anahita](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/a9a28c/32.png) [@Anahita](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anahita)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 2:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/166 "2003-05-22T14:20:32Z")
Stayed the same. ☹ Oh, poo! I think it was two meals out, though I pointed what I ate, I think there must’ve been fat/salt/something on the veg and probably not using skim milk in my coffee didn’t help. ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/167 "2003-05-22T15:52:03Z")
**skittles** , I got the keyring! And the little Congratulations poster! Thank you so much! ---
**Author:** ![skittles](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ba9def/32.png) [@skittles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/skittles)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 9:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/168 "2003-05-22T21:35:50Z")
You are most welcome **GingerOfTheNorth**!!! I hope you enjoy it! ---
**Author:** ![Mockingbird](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c68b51/32.png) [@Mockingbird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mockingbird)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/169 "2003-05-22T22:58:32Z")
I started Weight Watchers on Monday. The meeting was a bit trippy. Those people were fucking perky, but more power to them. Going through my fridge, pantry, and cupboards and figuring what needed to and what can stay was annoying and somewhat depressing. A Snickers bar should _not_ be 7 points, dammit(they’re gone now. I gave them away to friends with anything else that was an insane amount of points). I did keep my mini Reese’s peanut butter cups because I found they are only 1 point. I let one melt on my tongue when I get a craving for chocolate. Thus far, I’ve only had one. I’ve had quite a bit of fat free microwave popcorn with brewer’s yeast(that stuff kicks so much ass). I’ve only had one day where I went over my point limit because I multiplied incorrectly when figuring my points for dinner(_duh_). Luckily I had accumulated enough points that I still have 2 in my bank. WWCalc(which is a Palm Pilot program no longer made or distributed by the original creator because of a cease and desist order) has been invaluable to me in keeping track of everything. I really wish that WW would make a program like it or buy the code from the guy who was freely distributing it so there could be regular revisions and updates so it would stay in tune with any changes in the program. My ‘leader’ mentioned the entire program is going to change in a few months? Anyone know anything about that? ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/170 "2003-05-22T23:05:03Z")
Yes, and they’re not supposed to be talking about it! And that’s REALLY all I’m going to say. Don’t ask, and I won’t tell. -scout, WW employee ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2003, 11:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/171 "2003-05-22T23:06:41Z")
Of course, now that I’ve submitted that, someone will come along and reveal it all. I can honestly say I don’t know what changes are coming. But I’ve heard that on the WW boards people are already talking about it. Last year I was actually made to sign a confidentiality agreement. I imagine when we have the staff meeting this year, they will require the same… ---
**Author:** ![Mockingbird](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/c68b51/32.png) [@Mockingbird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mockingbird)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 12:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/172 "2003-05-23T00:08:09Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by scout1222 \* > \*\*Of course, now that I’ve submitted that, someone will come along and reveal it all. > > I can honestly say I don’t know what changes are coming. But I’ve heard that on the WW boards people are already talking about it. Last year I was actually made to sign a confidentiality agreement. I imagine when we have the staff meeting this year, they will require the same… \*\* I’ve wondered if it is because their point system has been made all to clear by many who have pointed out(on different websites) that it is public record at the patent office. ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 4:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/173 "2003-05-23T16:02:17Z")
Wow! I hadn’t even thought of that, **Mockingbird**. Now my curiosity is peaked. ---
**Author:** ![skittles](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ba9def/32.png) [@skittles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/skittles)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 5:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/174 "2003-05-23T17:21:58Z")
Well - just thought I’d check in. I’ve been really bad this week. I doubt I’ve stayed on plan at all. I’m not sure what is going on with me. I’d like to think that I’ve stayed within range for most days. I haven’t been journaling either. I think it may stem from the fact that I know my group isn’t meeting this coming Monday. I desperately need help to get me to focus again, else when we do meet I’ll gain back! ACK!!! :sigh: ---
**Author:** ![Washte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/dc4da7/32.png) [@Washte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Washte)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 7:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/175 "2003-05-23T19:39:27Z")
Congrats to everyone for doing so well… or at least trying. I seem to have hit a wall. Stayed the same this last week after gaining the week before (TTOTM). I tried really hard last week, too. ☹ I’ve been running and playing with the puppy, so hopefully that will help. ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 7:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/176 "2003-05-23T19:43:13Z")
I’m stuck too. I have lost only one pound since last Monday (19th) and I’m annoyed. I have historically had a 2-3 lb loss every week. Anyone got a hacksaw? I don’t need this left arm… ---
**Author:** ![Anahita](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/a9a28c/32.png) [@Anahita](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anahita)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2003, 7:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/177 "2003-05-23T19:55:20Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by GingerOfTheNorth \* > \*\*I’m stuck too. I have lost only one pound since last Monday (19th) and I’m annoyed. I have historically had a 2-3 lb loss every week. Anyone got a hacksaw? I don’t need this left arm… \*\* I’m in the same boat. I’m sticking strictly to my points. I mean, to the number and even doing some exercise (gasp)! My goal of getting about 5lbs down by the time I go to Dublin is looking like it won’t happen. I seem to go in this pattern: Week One: lose 4-5 lbs Week Two: lose 2 lbs Week Three: stay the same Week Four: lose 1 lbs Week Five: lose 4-5 lbs ARrrrrrggggghhhhhhh!!! ---
**Author:** ![Washte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/dc4da7/32.png) [@Washte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Washte)\ **Post date:** [May 24, 2003, 7:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/178 "2003-05-24T07:07:51Z")
This is how it has been for me: Week 1: +1.5 pounds Week 2: -1 Week 3: Same Week 4: -6 Week 5: +6 Week 6: Same I do lots of walking every day, and with the puppy play quite alot (including chasing her around the garden). Points are adhered to, with lots of veg and fruit. Even tried staggering my points (that was the week we lost 6#). Frustrated? Yep. I had hoped to get to my 10% by the time **Twisty** and **Tir** came the 6th June. Ain’t gonna happen. Technically I am still heavier than when I started. Dangnabbit!! ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [May 27, 2003, 2:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/179 "2003-05-27T14:19:28Z")
That bastard plateau has been broken. One more pound down. ---
**Author:** ![Washte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/dc4da7/32.png) [@Washte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Washte)\ **Post date:** [May 27, 2003, 2:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589/180 "2003-05-27T14:50:50Z")
Yay you!!! 🙂 I am so _not_ wanting to go tonight. Did lots of walking this morning with the pup to the vet. Not feeling so hot… Bitch moan bitch moan… But I know that if I don’t go it will be even easier to say no again next week. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589.md?page=8) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weight-watchers-support-group/169589.md?page=10)