Advantages: you can eat whatever you like, good website to help you keep track Disadvantages: no actual contact with people
...unless I thought about my weight a bit more, I might as well. My Mum had been a Weight Watchers lecturer when she was younger, something I was reminded of when we found her ‘gold’ pin in her jewellery box, and people had mentioned the POINTS system to me before. After reading Whoopidoo’s reviews of food, all with details about how many POINTS they had, I went to the website and found you could have a week’s trial for free, so I decided to sign up, ... ...already been reviews of the Weight Watchers method of losing weight, so for some of you this is going to be re-treading old ground. However, I’m going to specifically talk about being an online subscriber to Weight Watchers, as I am unable to attend meetings, so if you already know how the diet works, you can always skip past the first section.
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pesky33 22.04.2004 (22.12.2004)
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Advantages: Easy to follow and effective dietary plans. No food is forbidden! Disadvantages: Possibly the cost of meetings, although to me this is an good thing
...University, two stones of that weight dropped, and I maintained 15 stone throughout my three years. I then gained that two stones back, followed by another 2 stone as of the end of 2006. I looked at the scale and was shattered by the 19 stone mark I had hit! Something drastic needed to be done. I could not possibly stay at this weight. My initial plan consisted of going to the gym every day and hitting the road for a run every other night. The weight ... ...and did no exercise. The weight started to come on slowly. I decided I needed a weight loss strategy that was much easier to maintain. Hence in August of 2007, I joined Weight Watchers.
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Weight Watchers began 40 years ago, operates internationally and is presently one of the best and most well known slimming clubs in the world. The aim of Weight Watchers is to get you to your goal weight for your height. In the UK, there are ...
oxonian 20.01.2008
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Advantages: Lots of local meetings, supportive leaders who have lost weight themselves through weight watchers.. Disadvantages: Got to have credit or debit card to access monthly pass.
...it. I looked into several weight loss groups in my area and spoke to others attending these groups, it seemed people had the most success in losing weight with weight watchers, so I decided to join!
I found my local weight watchers meeting by visiting the weight watchers website. It was very simple, all I had to do was enter my postcode and a list of the local meetings came up, there was also the times and days of the listing as well as a map and ... ...are not able to join weight watchers. Lactating women can join, however the leader will need to agree a slightly different plan as a lactating woman needs a higher calorie intake than non lactating women. Similarly, those aged under 18 may join, however they must attend with their parent or guardian who will be asked to sign the agreement on their behalf, they must have the approval of their GP, because those aged under 18 are still growing and developing, ...
kalliemaile 13.07.2008
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Advantages: Lose fast fast and easy Disadvantages: None
...David and I have a weight problem. Unlike most people, my problem is not with being overweight, but having a fast metabolism which means I struggle to put on weight. So, what am I doing reviewing Weight Watchers? Well my partner is currently on the Weight Watchers diet, along with my mother and with a little help from them, here is my review. SO WHAT IS WEIGHT WATCHERS? Weight Watchers is a calorie controlled diet where the dieter counts points for ... ...you have, but as your weight comes down, your points will also decrease. However as you increase your activity levels (i.e. through exercise, walking etc), you can gain bonus points, called activity points. Weight Watchers have a number of different plans, all based around points, the current scheme being the Discovery plan. There are also Weight Watchers meetings throughout the UK and further afield, where you have a weekly weigh in followed by ...
dbarcl10 07.05.2009
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Advantages: Losing weight is easy and you don't have to give up your favourite foods, great support offered, lots of local meetings during the day and eveing Disadvantages: Weekly fee can make it an expensive way to lose weight
...stopped the tablets all the weight I had lost, and more, suddenly started to pile back on. Initially I ignored it but when all the new clothes I had bought got to the point of being too tight I decided I had to do something positive but something that didn’t involve going back on the Xenical.
I had often thought of joining Weight Watchers and it had been highly recommended to me by several people, however, as I’m not a fruit, salad or veg person ... ...for people over 60.
Weight Watchers are a well known organization and in order to find out further information about them and how they worked I logged onto their website, www.weightwatchers.co.uk.
The website is very informative and has a facility which will help you to find your nearest meeting by simply typing in your postcode. On my first visit I was very nervous, especially as the majority of people in the queue didn’t even look like they needed ...
junkboxjules 18.12.2003
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Advantages: easy to use, very helpful, keep track of things easily Disadvantages: you don't actually speak to a person, no encouragement
...really nagging me to lose weight before I become diabetic, or (My weight is between me and my nurse!).
I logged on to the website to find out some information on have a heart attack, blah, blah, blah.
Anyway, this time I am determined to succeed so I decided to join Weightwatchers.
The thing that has put me off this in the past is that I have no time to go to classes and I hate being weighed by other people. classes but was enticed by the fact ... ...bank, or just reduce your weight even quicker by not using them.
I decided to go for Full Choice as I am such a fussy eater. I cannot stand vegetables and salad (apart from carrots) so this has a lot to do with why I have put weight on, as I eat a lot of potatoes and bread instead.
Anyway, the website has lots of useful sections.
POINTS TRACKER
This is where you record your food every day. Each food is allocated a number of points. There are ...
kismet 25.02.2005 (13.09.2005)
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Advantages: Easy to do - you can eat the foods condemned by most diets Disadvantages: Quite expensive, some diets are free
I decided that I'd join weight watchers about 4 weeks ago and I have decided to write a review now and updated it every month so you can all follow my progress. I've also decided to include diet journal entries so that hopefully you'll be even more entertained. First things first - signing on
I decided that I was going to complete weight watchers the online way. I didn't fancy going to the meetings and always love fiddling on the internet so I thought ... ...that if I decided the Weight watchers way was not for me.
To sign up I simply had to chose an Id for myself and then the usual form filling and Credit card details pages and after less than 10 mins I was ready to go.
I was asked to enter my current weight, my goal weight and several questions such as age, job type and whether i wanted to lose or maintain my weight. From this information the computer worked out that in order to lose weight i should ...
metcaljl 12.06.2005
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Advantages: lose weight! Disadvantages: losing weight is never easy!
...i started this diet names Weight Watchers. I started off at 11 stone and my desired weight was 10 stone. Being under 16, i had to get a written letter signed from my doctor to give permission for me to attend meetings to get weighed and to see if the diet would effect me in any way. After getting a letter from my doctor, i was on the road to a slim and healthy body. I do belive i can do it its just all to do with the determination in the actual dieting. ... ...that i gained weight, lost weight until finally i was 10 stone 1. i was happy at that and decided it was time to stop.
Today, i weigh 12 stone 9 and just last week decided to start the healthy eating plan again. Although i have grown ALOT in the past year i still should be a stone lighter for my height. So my goal weight this time is 11 stone 4.
Today i got weighed and in my first week back, i lot 2 1/2 pounds so i was fairly chuffed with myself. ...
Gareth113 16.09.2003 (09.04.2004)
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Advantages: Not restrictive, flexible Disadvantages: Expensive, may not work
...a plethora of reviews of Weight Watchers, so I'll try to keep this one brief and personal. My review refers to the online version of the diet.
I joined Weight Watchers [henceforth referred to as 'WW'] several months ago following an unexpected weight gain which took me into the 'unhealthy' BMI range. I'd heard good things about WW from others, but didn't have the time or money for classes. Fortunately, the diet is available online from the weightwatchers ... ...either eat more or lose weight more quickly.
What else is there?
Well, included in your price is the use of the website, with calculators, articles on things like exercise and healthy eating, success stories, motivational tips, message boards, etc. Some people seem to love the message boards, and I'm sure there are some wonderful people there. However, I didn't find them too helpful. They suffer from that evangelical zeal which all diet message ...
Florentine 27.01.2006
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Advantages: A slimmer new me Disadvantages: The price it costs to join and weekly fee
...the last couple of years weight has crept on (mostly thighs and bum too my problem area!) and what with going to Thailand this summer and it being partially a beach holiday l decided decisive action was required! I have summer clothes barely worn which l want to be able to wear, and the holiday is expensive enough without having to shell out on a new wardrobe also!
So in comes Weight Watchers. I know quite a few people who have had a success with ... ...of weight and became barely unrecognizable! Also it is a healthy diet plan – there’s no cutting out of certain food groups and there is enough lee way within the plan to indulge in your favourite treats too – mainly alcohol in my case!! I also felt that l needed to be in a group environment – l need the company of others to motivate my ass and thighs into being smaller!! The public shaming of weighing myself in front of the ...
purdy 19.03.2004
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Advantages: SIMPLE, EASY TO FOLLOW AND IT REALLY DOES WORK! Disadvantages: REQUIRES AN ELEMENT OF DEDICATION
...the best way to loose weight was to find yourself some support, and to eat normal food in order to sustain the weight loss long-term.
It is 35 years since Weightwatchers was launched in the UK, and over 6,000 meetings are held each week across the country. There are many people who would say that it's the best way to loose weight AND keep it off, and I, as a long-time Weightwatcher would definitely agree.
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***** So ... ...the best way of loosing weight and keeping it off, as you get lots of support from your Leader ( who will also be a weightwatcher, and will have been where you are, which helps), and from other members. To find your nearest meeting you ring a special number (at the bottom of the page…) and find your nearest class. When you get to the class you will be asked to fill out a form in order to register, and you need to know your height, as they ask you ...
phoenixgreen 29.08.2006 (18.09.2006)
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Advantages: Its easy to follow Disadvantages: Its quite expensive
...stone.
I have used weight watchers before and I wasn't successful.This was purely down to me.I wasn't really motivated into losing weight at the time,and that pays an important factor in weight loss!!!!
This time my pregnancy weight hasn't shifted in the way I had hoped(nothing to do with eating rubbish all day long!!!)
So after various friends recommending WEIGHT WATCHERS again,I took the plunge.
After checking out Weightwatchers.co.uk to find ... ...also sent a flyer from WEIGHT WATCHERS with a free joining fee coupon(usually about £9.00)so on my pushbike I went.
WEIGHT WATCHERS meetings are usually held in Halls ie church halls/community centres etc..
When there is an incentive on like free joining fee it is usually quite busy and you have to queue up.Feeling quite uneasy about this,someone always talks to you, after all your all in the same boat.
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Deenar 07.09.2003
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Advantages: Support and encouragement from a group of people with a common aim. Disadvantages: In the long run can be quite expensive.
I joined Weight Watchers, not only for the obvious reason of wanting to lose weight, but also because I’d moved to a new area and thought it would be a good way to get out and meet people.
Like most people I knew why I was over weight (too much chocolate, crisps etc and not enough fruit, veg and exercise) but needed the support of the group to muster up the motivation or kick up the bum (you choose).
Firstly, the cost; registration is £9, ... ...weight, hopefully within your healthy weight range. If you have a lot of weight to lose you can break this up into smaller goals. Only the people who run the meeting will know how much you weigh, so there’s no embarrassment. You are weighed each week, this and your weight loss (or gain) is then recorded on your card.
Each week there is a short meeting (usually 20-30 mins) after the weighing in. Sometimes this means waiting around, but I found ...
Barb 28.04.2001
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Advantages: It really works and you can have whatever you want! Disadvantages: Not every food is listed...but they obviously cant list everything!
...the average girl with the weight and size issue consistently arising. I figured rather than starving myself when i want to feel comfortable in those pair of jeans, i'd teach myself to eat sensibly and loosing a few pounds isnt going to make me ill.
Where & When...
All you have to do is go onto the wieght watchers website type in your postcode and they will list every place and time they hold the meetings. For me there were hundreds of different ... ...because i was the lowest weight range they could have. I still found i could eat a sufficient amount of food that would fill me up and cover the whole day. The key is to keep track and write down the points you are having. I recommend getting the calculator, as if a food wasnt listed i would type in the calorie amount vs the saturated fat content and it would give you the points for that food.
Also you have the help of the member message board on ...
Rachey_Babey 14.09.2003
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Advantages: an easy way to a slimmer, more healthy body Disadvantages: willpower required
...my profile page, I joined Weight Watchers a couple of weeks ago. This was due to the fact that my clothes are getting a bit tight and a feel disgusted with myself at the sight of a spare tyre forming, so I want to nip it in the bud before it gets any worse. I must confess though, I actually managed to reach my goal weight and become a Gold Member with them a couple of years ago. If only I had kept up the visits to the meetings to maintain my weight ... ...World and Scottish Slimmers (a.k.a Weight Management) but I found Weight Watchers was the one for me.
What Is Weight Watchers?
It is a diet, or if you don’t want to call it that, then call it a change of your eating habits. Calories and Saturated Fat are converted into points, and you are allowed a certain number of points depending on what you weigh. I shall detail these below for you:
Women
Under 10 stone – 18 points
10 – 12 stone – 20 points
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Leigh1 25.06.2003 (26.06.2003)
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