Weight Watchers Chat

Tonight we had a great discussion!

Question 1: How many servings of fruits and vegetables do you eat in a typical day?

For me this one has evolved over time. I began the program only having 1-3 servings in a day. Now I am up to 8 or 9 and some days it can go to 10. I find myself snacking on fruits and veggies before other things and this is a good habit for me.

Question 2: What is your favorite whole grain to eat and how do you cook it?

For me this was simple I love my oatmeal in the morning with frozen fruit. It fills me up and leaves me satisfied for hours.

Question 3: What brought you to weight watchers? Is this your first time? if not what is different this time?

This is my first time doing weight watchers. I have been on the program for 13 months and lost 99 pounds. I went to weight watchers because I was tired of taking 7 medications every day and feeling like a 60 year old.

Question 4: What is something you can do that scares you?

For me it is racing! I was so scared to try running and then scared to run with other people in a race. I still get nervous before every race but it is worth it! I love it!!

Tonight’s talk was awesome! This weekend’s meeting was about Hindsight and What You Can Learn from a Yo-Yo: 5 ways to et back on track! SUCHHHH a great topic and exactly what i needed tonight =)

Q1: What fad diets did u try befoire starting weight watchers?

– I did LA weight loss– but didn’t like i couldn’t eat some foods; i thought about South beach– but i said heck no to no carbs!  I tried Ideal Protein this which (which isn’t a fad diet at alllll!) But still struggled with following the plan to a T! I’ve done Weight Watchers several times, but i’m determined to make it a lifestyle change this time!  I need something that will fit with my life, and help me to change my life and the way i think about food and eating, and Weight Watchers is that program!

Q2: What are some ww friendly items from ur grocery list?

– bananas, grapes, clementines, strawberries, blueberries, zucchini, asparagus, tomatoes, green beans,  definitely! @Chobani definitely hummus, almonds, wheat thins, skinny cow treats!

Q3: How many ounces of water do you drink daily? What else do you drink during the day?

– I try to drink at least 64 oz of water, 1 can of sprite in the morning i need my caffeine! (but apparently there’s no caffeine in sprite!!!)  Maybe lemonade or camomile tea!

Q4: How do you feel when you’ve had a set-back and what do you do about it?!

– I remind myself that there’s no day but today, and i can so do this! Just have to pick my head up and keep trying! I remind myself that this lifestyle change and journey is a marathon, not a spring!!! Like my leader said tonight, with weight watchers there’s no failure, only feedback!!!

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We had an awesome chat tonight hosted by Chobani! They gave away a sample case to one of our lucky chatters and the winner was @mcschoon!!! So congrats!!!

Our questions were:

Question 1 What is your favorite flavor of Chobani?

My favorite is a tie bewteen Lemon and Pineapple. I love the lemon and it really makes me feel like I am indulging in a dessert. The pineapple is creamy and really satisfies my sweet tooth.

Question 2 How do you divide up your daily points to make room for treats?

I eat 5-6 mini meals and snacks throughout the day to help me stay satisfied and fueled. I start every day with some oatmeal and fruit and mid day in between lunch and breakfast I have a chobani and piece of fruit. My meals are usually between 5 and 6 points and this leaves me room for snacks. I focus on eating lean protein and fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Also we discussed the importance of drinking water and how it helps us stay on track.

Question 3 What do you indulge in?

Since joining weight watchers and learning about food and the effect on my body that it has I really have changed my indulgences. When I first began I would indulge in a weight watchers ice cream every night, or sugar free pudding etc. Then slowly I started cutting that back to every other night, then once a week, and now maybe twice a month. basically I realized that I did not need those things all the time. I like using my points for fuel for my workouts. So I fill up on fruits and veggies and lean protein. And my favorite go to treat is a protein smoothie using frozen fruit.

Question 4 If you could travel anywhere and eat anything what would it be?

For me I said India I would love to travel and have some spicy curry flavored dishes. I would love to travel outside of the country period since I have never been anywhere outside of the US!

Did you enjoy chat tonight?

Colleen

Have you tried Chobani yet??? If not you must live under a rock

But really Chobani is a great option especially for Weight Watchers followers simply because it is full of protein, low or fat free, low in carbohydrates but big on flavor and satisfaction!!! There are 10 different types of non fat Chobani and each flavored option is only 3 Points Plus!!! The plain non fat is only 2!!! There are 4 different types of 2% Chobani and the flavored options are only 4 points plus and plain 3!

My favorite is definetly the Lemon!!! It is smooth, creamy, and really tastes like lemon chiffon. When I eat Chobani I feel like I am indulging in a rich dessert.

Brittany’s favorite so far is the Rasberry!!!

Do you have a favorite??

If you have not tried Chobani yet then we have a solution for you! Come join our #wwchat this Thursday at 8PM ET because they are hosting our weight watchers chat! We will be tweeting all about why we love it and how it helps us stay on track! And one lucky chatter who signs up by commenting below and participates in chat will win a sampler case of Chobani!!!