Weight Watchers

I'm on WW now. I'm a very slow loser, but I've lost 30 lbs in the last year. That (I think) averages out to 1/2 pound a week. I'm really good with that. I've joined WW before but this is the first time I've lost this much. Everyone loses differently, and this might not sound like a lot, but with my thyroid problems, I'm happy. I really need the meetings. I need the support I get there face-to-face and I also need the accountability of stepping on that scale. Sounds like you're bringing your support system along with you. I hope it works for you.

My inlaws (husband's parents) started the new program in January, and are both watching the weight fall off like crazy! My mother in law even started working out (which she *never* does). I think some of the new "tools" are cool, but it is too expensive for someone like me. It totally works for them though! Just remember that you are using it as a way to learn new/healthy eating habits...unless you really want to count points for the rest of your live =-).

Points Plus is a little different, it's very generous in that you're not counting points as calories anymore, it's based more on the four main nutrients, fruits and vegetables don't count in your point total. Haven't felt limited at all, the tools are helpful. Meetings are more focused than they used to be. Very livable program. Good luck!

I have used Weight Watchers in the past (last time they were literally opposite my house so no excuse not to really). I really just used to go for the weigh in - I needed to see that drop every week. Then I moved to Australia and the lifestyle there contributed to weight gain - not huge but it was doing me no favours as it all settles on my lower half.

I was considering going back onto WW two and a half weeks ago, chickened out and discovered My Fitness Pal instead and I have already lost 7lb with another 7lb to go and I will then decide if I need to lose more. So instead of my weekly weigh in at WW I now find following my progess on MFP much easier and its free! My confidence is up and my motivation is soaring. I want to make sure this is the last time I lose then gain - the food I eat now is mostly what I used to eat other than cutting potatoes, rice, bread and pasta (although I can't give up cereal), and I am more conscious now of reducing portion size. I am rarely tempted by biscuits and chocolate and only makes cakes/desserts if we are entertaining.

WW and all these types of weight loss organisations, I am sure they thrive on people constantly gaining weight and then losing it again otherwise they won't be making any money!