Weight Watchers

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Well, I took the plunge and joined Weight Watchers online program last Sunday. I decided that I would track my progress here each week. Having others watch how I'm doing may be an excellent incentive.

You are only supposed to weigh yourself once a week but I couldn't help myself and stepped on the scale quite a few times this week. Today is my official weigh-in day and even though I'm up a lb. from yesterday, I'm pleased to announce that after just one week, I have lost........



6 lbs.!

I know it will level off and I won't always lose that much each week but never-the-less it is a wonderful start and really is keeping me motivated. They say you should average about a 1-2 lb. loss per week.

I'll check back in with you all on this next Sunday.

Comments

  1. ElizabethdJune 8, 2008 at 10:30 AM

    Well done Terri! the hardest thing to give up is that odd biscuit with a cup of tea, I find!

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  2. AnonymousJune 8, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Great job Terri! This is a wonderful idea for accountability plus you will receive lots of support and encouragement! What great progress you are seeing already!!

    Have a blessed day,

    Sharon

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  3. MichelleJune 8, 2008 at 4:34 PM

    Congrats Terri! WW is working well for me also. Not sure if you have checked out my weight loss blog but I have lost 5 pounds since Monday. It is really all about healing for me and not so much weight loss. WW helps me be accountable for my food intake and it does a great job of it!
    Let me know if you find any great treats that are low points and I will do the same for you.
    Keep up the great work!!!

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  4. AnonymousJune 9, 2008 at 12:00 AM

    Hi Terri,
    I have so enjoyed your blog. My dh is struggling to lose weight. It is a diffcult job. You are doing great.
    Blessings,
    Elizabeth

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  5. TerriJune 9, 2008 at 2:36 AM

    Thank you ladies for your encouragement.

    Elizabeth, welcome! I'm glad you found me and it's nice to meet you! :-)

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  6. AnonymousJune 9, 2008 at 7:20 AM

    Well done Terri! What a great start!

    Love, Tina :)

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  7. Wendy/TheCozyYellowHouseJune 9, 2008 at 3:05 PM

    Congratulations Terri!!! You will do great!~Wendy

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  8. DianneJune 9, 2008 at 8:08 PM

    Good job, Terri. That is a very good start and don't get discouraged or give up when the losses are smaller. Any loss is a good thing and just keep your goal in mind, both short term and long term.

    Love,

    Mom

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  9. AnonymousJune 10, 2008 at 7:24 AM

    WOOHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Way to go, Terri! I'm so proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!

    Praying that your whole family rests and rejuvenates this week.

    Love,

    Jenni

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