Since a little time has passed since New Years Day, I wanted to share some of the comments I've made to my Weight Watchers members who want to improve their progress.
Usually, when a member is feeling that her weight loss is too slow, first I ask if she is losing an average of 1/2 pound to 2 pounds a week. If the answer is yes, then she is on track. I am not saying we can't improve on how she is following the program, but we must all wrap our brains around the healthy rate of weight loss. However, I will also ask to see your Tracker. If you are using eTools, the WW online companion, I will ask for a printout. I want us to work together to create the most success!
If the answer is "I am not tracking" - that is tip #1 - TRACK! Don't look for an easy answer somewhere else. Even if you are tracking, check the portion sizes. If you are writing down "cereal 2 points" and your are eating 4 points worth - well you can do the math. And don't forget the BLT's - bites, licks and tastes. I have Weight Watchers foods scales if you would like me to bring you one.
If you are tracking, I will look to see if you are choosing filling foods first, which is tip #2. If you are filling your points with a lot of processed foods, you won't have the success you expect. I know they may seem easy (and sometimes more tasty), but fresh foods and proteins can be easy, too.
Then I ask if you are using your weekly points allowance, tip #3. Some of you think less is better. Deprivation means I should lose more. It doesn't. Deprivation = temporary = diet mentality. We want lifestyle changes. Let's make sure to plan the fun foods, and to eat enough, especially if you exercise. This habit will help you to KEEP the weight off
Last week, we talked about motivation in the meeting. You can be very motivated, but you must make sure you are following the program. THE WEIGHT WATCHERS program. Trust it. I do. Get to the meeting, to keep your actions on track. See you there!
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