TweetAfter 13 years using the old POINT System, Weight Watchers has done a complete revamping of it’s weight loss system and the result is the new PointsPlus plan. Using all we know today about nutrition and the science behind weight loss, the new program takes the focus away from counting calories and places a high importance on other nutrients such as protein. The old formula required finding the calories, total fat and fiber to calculate the POINT value for an item while the new program uses protein, total fat, total carbs and fiber to find the PointsPlus value. The new changes have been in development for four years and went through trials at the Medical University of South Carolina.

RESTAURANT INFORMATION

I have updated the layout of the information that is provided on the restaurant pages and any new pages that I add to the site will include the the information needed to calculate the new Weight Watchers PointsPlus values. I will also be spending considerable amounts of time trying to update the existing content to the new format as well as updating the nutrition info that is available for each restaurant. If there are any pages that you would like to see updated soon please leave a comment below and I will do my best to accommodate you.

CALCULATING YOUR DAILY POINTSPLUS TARGET

The new PointsPlus plan makes it a little more difficult to calculate your daily PointsPlus Target. At this time, to calculate your target you basically have 3 options – they will give it to you at your meeting, you can get it online using E-Tools or you can purchase a new PointsPlus Calculatorand enter your information.

For those that have asked, I am unable to provide your PointsPlus target for you due to legal concerns.

PROGRAM MATERIALS

Keep an eye on the items for sale page for new PointsPlus materials at bargain prices when available. Below are some links to Weight Watchers PointsPlus materials that have started to show up on Amazon.com. If anyone needs it I also have a PDF version of the Quick Start Guide for the new PointsPlus calculator available as a free download.

DISCLAIMER

The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers, POINTS and PointsPlus are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

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2012 Weight Watchers Points Plus Items For Sale

2012 Weight Watchers Member Kit with Calculator (2 in stock)

A Member Must Have! Brand new 2012 Weight Watchers Points Plus Member Starter Kit with Calculator – includes 2012 Dining Out Guide, 2012 Complete Food Companion, 3 month journal and the new 2012 Points Plus Calculator.

Please Note: The picture shown is the 2011 set but I have the 2012 sets in stock…just haven’t updated the picture yet. $55.00 + $9.00 Shipping – US only (no Alaska or Hawaii).

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The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers and POINTS are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

Below are the results of my weekly weigh-ins since I first started doing Weight Watchers in the spring of 2009. The weeks that are in bold are weeks that I signed up for another ‘Weekly Pass’.

The first table contains official weights from my Weight Watchers meetings in 2009. The second one contains unofficial weigh-ins as I try to lose the weight by doing Weight Watchers on my own in 2010. Wish me luck! (updated results are being posted in the forums)

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Well, I managed to survive the holidays without totalling blowing my weight loss to this point. I had quite a hard time, basically from Halloween on. Now that all of that is behind me it is time to get back on track. Last weekend I assembled a home gym in the basement that I have started to work into my daily routine. I’m doing a 12 week program that involves weight training and cardio. Hopefully this will help get me to my goal of 195 pounds in that time, which would only be 1 pound per week…time to get back on program!!

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The following tips and advice are for those following the Weight Watchers Momentum Plan. If you have any other tips or advice that you think others would benefit from please feel free to add them in the comment section below:

***Write down everything that you eat/drink. Maintaining an accurate journal, especially in the beginning, is the key to your weight loss success as it helps keep you honest and allows you to see where your diet may be lacking (like veggies, etc).

***Avoid drinking your POINTS® away. You would be surprised how quickly a couple glasses of regular cola can deplete your daily allotment of points. Some zero POINT® beverages include water, diet beverages, crystal light, tea, black coffee and more. Be sure to check the labels for the correct serving size.

***Use all of your daily POINTS®. Weight Watchers has set up the program to help you lose from .5 to 2 pounds a week. This is a safe and healthy pace to lose weight.

***Drink lots of water. Keeping your body hydrated is the key to a healthy metabolism and successful weight loss. Water is necessary for flushing the toxins that are created within your body. Drink about eight to ten 8oz glasses per day. Some studies suggest that drinking ice cold water can increase your metabolism as your body tries to maintain its core temperature.

***Recalculate how many POINTS® you get per day to be sure that you are not eating too many. Remember that every time that the second digit of your weight changes, so does your daily POINT® allowance. For example if you weighed 170 pounds one week and then 169 pounds the next, your daily POINTS® allowance just dropped by one POINT®.

***If you are using the 35 weekly bonus POINTS® STOP! Use them only for special occasions (holiday, birthday, etc) and use as few as possible

***Exercise 4-5 days a week for 30-40 minutes. Concentrate on cardiovascular type exercises such as running/jogging, swimming, biking, etc. These burn fat faster than weight lifting, crunches, sit-ups, etc. If you are just starting with your exercise routine, start off slowly and work your way up. The key is to do more than you used to.

***Do not add activity POINTS® for the exercise that you do unless you are really doing some intense training for a few hours at a time.

***Make sure that you are correctly calculating POINTS® for the food that you eat. And remember that the POINTS® that you get only apply to one serving. If you have more than one serving you have to recalculate to be sure of the POINTS®. An example is a fiber one bar, they are 2 POINTS® for one bar but if you have two bars they come up to 5 POINTS®. This has to do with the rounding that is done by the POINTS® calculator.

***Enlisting a friend to join Weight Watchers with you can make your meetings a little more fun as well as provide a little added motivation for losing weight. But even if they are not interested in doing Weight Watchers, you may be able to convince them to become an exercise buddy.

***Eat smaller meals more often throughout the day. Try to eat something every 2-3 hours to keep your metabolism going

***Find some 0, 1 & 2 POINT® snacks to help keep you satisfied. These include fruits, veggies, fat/sugar free Jell-o & gelatins, 100 calorie packs of assorted snacks. You can also create your own 100 calorie packs by dividing bulk items into smaller 100 calorie serving sizes based on the nutritional data.

***Always take your POINT® calculator with you when shopping. This way if you find something new that you want to try you can accurately calculate the POINTS® for the item and make an educated decision on whether to buy it or not instead of just ‘guess-timating’.

***Calculate and mark all of the food in your home with POINT® values. This requires a little extra effort when putting away your groceries but saves time and makes life easier in the long run.

***Never eat any bulk food/snacks (like chips, pretzels, etc) directly from the package. Divide into single servings and package in zip lock bags which can be marked with the POINT® values and expiration date for the items. When you desire a snack these single serving packages will help keep you honest and on target.

***Whether you are going to work or out for a day of shopping, it is a good idea to plan ahead and pack for the day accordingly. Bringing your own food and snacks can not only save you money but will also help keep your POINTS® in line with your daily allowance. If you will be eating out, determine where you will be eating before leaving and do some research to select the best meal that suits your needs.

***In addition to your daily food journal, start another journal where you can write down all of the POINT® values for food that you calculate on a daily basis. If you spend the time to calculate the POINTS® for an entire meal, be sure to log that, also. This will help cut down on repeatedly calculating the same items over and over.

***When dining out, request a ‘To Go’ container at the beginning of the meal and separate the meal into two equal meals before taking your first bite. Save the container for lunch tomorrow or give it to another family member when you get home. Don’t be afraid to ask for dressing on the side or smaller portions if taking food home would not be convenient.

***Weight Watchers has not banned anything from your diet and neither should you. It is perfectly alright to indulge a little here and there, just remember it is all about portion control. If you love pizza, you should have a couple of slices once in a while. Are you a chocolate lover? Remember, one bite tastes just as good as ten. Denying yourself access to comfort foods and other favorite items could spell disaster for your long term goals as it will usually lead to cheating and giving up.

***Do not avoid special occasions. These are the perfect time to put what you have learned to the test. Try eating a little something (I like fiber one bars) before going and drink lots of water. This will fight the urge to over indulge but still allow you to sample some of your favorites.

***The weekly weigh-ins are a real motivator and should not be missed, even if you had a bad week. If you are doing Weight Watchers on your own, let family and close friends know of your goals and your weekly progress. Encourage them to ask for your weekly results to help keep you motivated.

***Trying new items will help avoid the ‘rut’ that people on a diet usually face at one point or another. A good place to experiment is in the produce aisle. Try to find a new or unusual fruit or vegetable to try a couple times a month.

DISCLAIMER

The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers and POINTS are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

It seems that when it comes to dieting, there are a few mistakes with lasting implications that are repeatedly made by people hoping to lead a healthier lifestyle. Hopefully by reading about these mistakes here you will learn to recognize them in advance and avoid them while striving for your own weight loss goals.

The first and most common mistake made when starting a new weight loss plan is not setting a goal. While you do not want to set a goal that will be impossible to achieve, you should also avoid setting a goal that is too small or not setting a goal at all. In fact, it is perfectly acceptable to set multiple goals. An initial goal of ten percent is a common practice among successful dieters. Making your goals known by your friends and loved ones will help to keep you motivated and on track for success.

The second most common dieting mistake is also the one that probably leads to the most failures. That would be having an all or nothing attitude. These are the people that rid there home of all temptation. They embark on a diet that is nearly impossible to maintain and the moment that they stray from their self imposed guidelines they believe that all is lost.

While this may work for some in the short term, they have set themselves up for long term failure, frustration and ill will towards all things ‘diet’. Remember, the long term goal of any diet is to lose weight. There are many ways in which this can be accomplished that do not involve starving yourself or punishing yourself in the process.

This brings us to the next big dieting mistake, depriving yourself of the comfort foods and other foods that you enjoy. When done in moderation, there should be no food that is off limits. Satisfy your hunger with fruits and vegetables but don’t be afraid to indulge occasionally just for the sake of your sanity. Remember, the first bite of chocolate tastes the same as the tenth bite…so just take one bite! There is no law that says that you cannot enjoy eating while on a diet. The problem lies in enjoying too much of the wrong foods.

Another common error is limiting yourself to only a handful of items that you eat on a daily basis. Although humans by nature crave structure and routine in our lives, we do enjoy having variety in our daily menu. Be sure that your diet allows you to enjoy a variety of foods to help prevent boredom and ensure continued success.

The final mistake which is made far too often is throwing in the towel. There will be weeks that you do not lose weight. There will probably even be weeks that you gain a pound or two. Even those that have achieved monumental success in their weight loss goals have had these set backs, the key is that they did not give up. They got past those road bumps, reevaluated their goals and got back on track. Do not let the set backs defeat your personal desire to become healthier.

Instead, you must learn to overcome those set backs and move on. Learn from your mistakes as much as you would from your successes and you will be well on your way to the healthier person that you strive to be. Whether your goal is 10 pounds or 100 pounds, your dedication and determination will be the driving factor that determines your success on the road to a healthier you. You will learn that a healthy you has healthy eating habits that don’t involve starving yourself or binging on things that are not healthy for you. Learn to enjoy your food in moderation and you will be well on your way to the success you seek.

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The first step to a healthier you when doing Weight Watchers is to calculate how many points you are allowed each day. To find your daily point allowance simply take the short quiz below and calculate your totals. Remember that 18 is the least amount of points allowed in a day and 44 is the most. If you are new to Weight Watchers and are not sure how the program works, you can find an article here that explains the basics of how to do it.

Please note: This quiz is for the old POINTS plan (prior to December 2010). The new PointsPlus plan makes it a little more difficult to calculate your daily PointsPlus Target. At this time, to calculate your target you basically have 3 options – they will give it to you at your meeting, get it online using E-Tools or purchase a new PointsPlus Calculatorand enter your information.

Here is the old POINTS quiz: (Prior to December 2010)

1. Sex:
Female — 2pts
Male — 8pts

2. Age:
17-26 — 4pts
27-37 — 3pts
38-47 –2pts
48-58 — 1pt
Over 58 — 0pt

3. First two 2 digits of your current weight:
(Example: Weight 165 = 16pt or Weight 230 = 23pt)

4. Height
Under 5’1″: 0pts
5’1″ to 5’10″: 1pt
5’10″ and over: 2pts

5. Daily Activity Levels:
Sitting: 0pts
Some Sitting, Mostly Standing: 2pts
Walking most of the time: 4pts
Doing physically hard work most of the time: 6pts

6. Nursing Mom?
Solely Nursing: 10 pts
Supplementing with solid food or formula: 5 pts

Keep in mind that as you lose weight you will also start to lose points. Whenever the 2nd digit of your weight changes so does your daily point allowance. For example, if you weighed 170 pounds one week and then 168 pounds the next week, the second digit changed from a 7 to a 6 so you lose 1 point from your daily total. This is to insure that the weight loss continues until you reach your goal weight.

In addition to your daily points you are also allowed 35 bonus points each week. It is recommended that you use these points for special occaisions such as a holiday dinner, birthday celebration, or other event. It is NOT recommended to divide the 35 points up among the days of the week giving yourself 5 extra points each day. Remember, the goal here is to lose weight.

DISCLAIMER

The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers, POINTS and PointsPlus are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

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The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers, POINTS and PointsPlus are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

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DISCLAIMER

The product names used in this web site are for identification purposes only. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NOTE: Weight Watchers, POINTS and PointsPlus are registered trademarks of Weight Watchers International, Inc. Authentic information about the program is only available at your local Weight Watchers meeting. This site is not affiliated with Weight Watchers International in any way, and Weight Watchers has not reviewed this site for accuracy or suitability for WW members. Information on this site is based on recollections and assumptions of it’s author and is not warranted for any purpose by it’s author. All readers are encouraged to go to a Weight Watcher’s meeting for actual WW info. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.