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[rosebudg8tr]

Hi everyone. I am trying to decide if i should go on jenny craig or nutra system? I do not know the difference, I am looking for a plan for diabetics that does not cost an arm and leg.... Help!

I've done both ... NS is cheaper, but the foods aren't as good. I also needed the motivation on a weekly weigh in appointment and consultation with Jenny Craig. Of course this is my first week, so I'll let you know what happens!

[KellySox]

Hey everybody!!! see what happens when you don't sign into the Jenny site!!!!! I totally missed this. So happy Sara has started this. We all need support one way or another. I must say I hit a really really long plateau and it's been really bumming me out!!!!! I can't seem to get over that hump, but I am taking 100% responsibility for the rest of my life. Ok, started reading Jack Canfield's Success principles and 12 pages in and I realize I need to take responsibility for me, myself and I. I kept giving excuses and why I'm stuck, well today the buck stops here. I know what I need to do, I know I will reach my goal and I know I will ignore all the negative vibs some people put out there. Be it, oh you look great but I don't think you'll maintain!!! Hello, now you just crossed that line!!!! I'm going to prove you all wrong is what I think, well you know what I'm not doing it to prove them wrong I'm doing it for me, so I don't care what other people say. Did all that make sense??????? So as I say that, thanks for listening and thanks to all of you for the support we give each other!!!! KellySox (By the way it's for the White Sox not the Red Sox) sorry east coaster's I'm a white sox girl through and through. lol Have a fabulous weekend everyone!!!!

[terib]

Hi Everyone,

I've been on JC since last April. Lost 25 lbs and reached goal. Didn't follow through on maintenance and gained back 10 lbs. Have since recommited myself to the program and in my 4th week and down 8lbs! 2 to go!!! I am so inspired by both Valerie and Sara Rue. Love Sara's weekly blog. I feel I have a friend I am going through this with. She makes me laugh and inspires me with her thougthful words. I love Jenny Craig because after a lifetime of up and down this program has taught me balance with food and helps bring emotional stability in my life. It works!!! I hope to be an inspiration to someone else one day too on this road to health and well being.

[Krystyne]

Just wanted to say Hi! I just joined Jenny Craig today and got my food, so I'll be starting tomorrow. I'm really hoping that this time I can lose the weight.

[julsrom]

Hi, I'm from SW Pennsylvania and joined Jenny Craig 1/2/2010. My goal is 20 lbs. This is the firt group support I've been involved with so I'm looking forward to us supporting each other, WE CAN DO IT!! I would be interested to hear the challenges you faced over the past week and how you over came them, what you are learning about your eating habits too.

I learned this past week that with the 'cold' weather and snow I found myself wanting more comfort foods. It was tough to fight the urge. I found myself eating 1-2 things I shouldn't have. I would have lost more than the 0.8 lbs that registered this morning. I did make it to the gym 2x this week and find that cycling to be a very challenging exercise but I sweat like a 'man' ha, while cycle and I think that is good.

Looking forward to what others have to say

Jean from Pittsburgh
Keep Warm

Jean, I weigh-in at the Monroeville centre. It's more than an hour drive for me but it's the closest to where I live.

[cystot220]

Hi y'all! I just joined the Jenny At Home program and will be officially starting on Thursday. At 23, my life has taken on some serious changes as I have graduated from college, moved to a completely new state (Mississippi) and started a career I did not anticipate (middle school math teacher). My weight has always been a concern for me. The women in my family are all petite, beautiful, healthy people and I somehow inherited the German birthing-hips and slow metabolism (I choose to blame my father's side for this one). I've decided to do something serious about it this year for a few reasons: I have a family history of heart disease, I am going on a trip to Cabo San Lucas in June and I refuse to be the token chubby cousin, and I have met a wonderful man that I believe is "the one" and I want to have a limitless selection of wedding dresses when the time comes. I know I am going to need all the support I can get and hope that I can provide a little support along the way too. Good luck y'all and talk to you soon!

[SarahLee]

Hi y'all! I just joined the Jenny At Home program and will be officially starting on Thursday. At 23, my life has taken on some serious changes as I have graduated from college, moved to a completely new state (Mississippi) and started a career I did not anticipate (middle school math teacher). My weight has always been a concern for me. The women in my family are all petite, beautiful, healthy people and I somehow inherited the German birthing-hips and slow metabolism (I choose to blame my father's side for this one). I've decided to do something serious about it this year for a few reasons: I have a family history of heart disease, I am going on a trip to Cabo San Lucas in June and I refuse to be the token chubby cousin, and I have met a wonderful man that I believe is "the one" and I want to have a limitless selection of wedding dresses when the time comes. I know I am going to need all the support I can get and hope that I can provide a little support along the way too. Good luck y'all and talk to you soon!

Looking forward to communicating through your weight loss! How many pounds do you hope to lose? I weigh in today for just finishing week 3. Very excited. Going to Cabo will be a great motivation to keep going!

[Jill R B]

Hi all,
I am a newbie, today is day 2 for me and I too struggle with emotional eating. Seeing Sarah's blog inspired me to join Jenny Craig and I am hoping to lose the 20 pounds that have been following me for 2 decades. I just turned 50 and am tired of losing and gaining the same weight. I have been on countless weight loss plans but although I lose the weight it somehow manages to find me again. I want to be able to define myself not by what I weigh but by who I am ...
Reading your responses has really helped and now I too want to be a member of the Rue Crew.
Thanks.
Jill Balick

Hi Julie and Courtney-

Kudos to you both on your weight loss and plans for success. My name is Rosa and I recently joined Jenny Craig Jan. 4, 2010. Today is my second day on the food, and it was better than yesterday--I'm actually not hungry! I am 27, single with no kids (unless you include my sister's 10 month old westie), and live in Houston (but I'm a Tennessee gal!) I've been overweight since the second grade (92 pounds at the age of 8), and have tried nearly every diet under the sun. I gained 10 pounds after my move to TX--that was on top of the 20 or so pounds I had been struggling to lose already, and weighed in at 193.6 pounds at 5'9. I want to lose 30 pounds and adopt a new and healthy perspective on food, physical activity, and life. I'm all about finding support and supporting others. I'm here when/if you need me. Best wishes to you both.

[Jill R B]

Hi Julie and Courtney-

Kudos to you both on your weight loss and plans for success. My name is Rosa and I recently joined Jenny Craig Jan. 4, 2010. Today is my second day on the food, and it was better than yesterday--I'm actually not hungry! I am 27, single with no kids (unless you include my sister's 10 month old westie), and live in Houston (but I'm a Tennessee gal!) I've been overweight since the second grade (92 pounds at the age of 8), and have tried nearly every diet under the sun. I gained 10 pounds after my move to TX--that was on top of the 20 or so pounds I had been struggling to lose already, and weighed in at 193.6 pounds at 5'9. I want to lose 30 pounds and adopt a new and healthy perspective on food, physical activity, and life. I'm all about finding support and supporting others. I'm here when/if you need me. Best wishes to you both.

[pnkgerber]

Today was my meeting with my consultant and although my weight has been hovering since Christmas I was excited to see a 5% drop in my body fat percent. This is huge! One of the factors that pushed me to rejoin Jenny despite the financial strain was the fact that my body fat was at almost 50% and in three months it's dropped to 40.9%. I've also loss inches as evident by the fact that I was able to go down two notches on my belt. So I'm definitely celebrating some major wins today. My biggest struggle is getting vegetables. Does any one have any salad ideas that don't call for lettuce or spinach? Right now I'm trying a carrot salad.

[Trilala]

Hey everyone. My name is Trianna. Trilala is a nickname I picked up from my little sister when she was about 3. She couldn't say my name, and it kinda stuck. I am 26 years old, married with a beautiful 3 year old son. I have struggled with my weight for my entire life. I have always been the short, fat one in my family. I am 5'0" and ...........(deep breath)...... 210lbs. I cringe and cry as I write this. Sara inspired me to pick up the phone and call Jenny. I am trying to lose 70lbs. Not trying. I WILL lose 70 lbs. Wish me luck! You all can do it, so can I!

[MissLexi]

Hey all! My name is Lexi, I have a beautiful baby girl and a husband in the US Marine Corps! I just started with Jenny Craig on January 11th and am almost halfway through my 2nd week and I have to say...I'm loving it! I went to my first weigh-in on Monday and found out that I dropped 3 pounds...wooohoo! My goal is 30 pounds (but I'm going to push for 35!) and I am so motivated to do this for myself, my daughter and my husband. Sarah's blog DEFINITELY makes me laugh and makes me realize...I can do this too! I can't wait to see the weight drop!

Looking forward to giving and receiving all of the support in the world with the Rue Crew

[OMGgirl]

Hi RUE CREW!

Im just joining in this group, and following Saras journey of week 6 as well.
My name is Jenna, Im 25 years old and live in Kansas with my husband, 2 chihuahuas, 1 boxer, and 1 cat!
I will be starting my Week 3 with Jenny Craig this Saturday! OMG it has been a true blessing in my life to be on this program! I have tried everything under the sun and my 1st week lost 7lbs! My mom and I joined together, which has been a huge support system for me and her! And now I just added to my support by talking to people online and reading other peoples stories! My mom and I both feel like we are not even really on a diet or eating heathly by the awesome food we all get!

KUDOS to JC, Sara and the entire JC community!

[Charlene R]

hi everyone. my second week was a .6 loss. I am trying to stay positive. I stuck to the plan but was not overly impressed with my weight loss. I have not wavered from the plan at all. I am hoping for a better loss on Monday night the 25th. Staying positive is crucial to my success. I know i did not put all the weight on overnight and i am not going to lose it all overnight but am having a tough time trying to stay positive. i keep remembering that it is better than staying the same or moving in the upward direction. have a great day everyone
Charlene in CT

[Charlene R]

Hey everyone. My name is Trianna. Trilala is a nickname I picked up from my little sister when she was about 3. She couldn't say my name, and it kinda stuck. I am 26 years old, married with a beautiful 3 year old son. I have struggled with my weight for my entire life. I have always been the short, fat one in my family. I am 5'0" and ...........(deep breath)...... 210lbs. I cringe and cry as I write this. Sara inspired me to pick up the phone and call Jenny. I am trying to lose 70lbs. Not trying. I WILL lose 70 lbs. Wish me luck! You all can do it, so can I!

Hi Trianna,

I am right there with you - I am 4' 101/2" and weighed in at 193. I was horrified. I have always battled with my weight. I have been on quite the rollercoaster ride. I am going to be 50 this year and my goal is to take better care of myself and say enough is enough. Your done! I too was inspired by both Valerie and Sara. You will lose the weight. It won't be luck though it will be from a lot of hard work and better decision making. You will do it and so will I!! Have a great week

Charlene it CT

[Tammy15]

Hi everyone my name is Tammy, I joined JC right before Christmas. Just found The Rue Crew, have enjoyed reading all of the entries. I have battled weight my entire life, I am 40, just as of November. I need this for me because I DESERVE it I COUNT. So far I have lost 10.6 lbs and have lots more to go. But I will.... good luck to all of you.

[skinnymomma]

Hi all,

My name is Pam and this is my 2nd week on Jenny! I lost 4.8 lbs my first week. Very excited. I live in soggy So. Calif. (though I hear the sun will be shining again soon) I can't wait to get back to the "real" me and get this weight off once and for all! I have become quite the gym rat, so I am happy to report that my excercise is going great - it's the whole eating thing that I seem to have a problem with! lol. But that is the old Pam and the new Pam is well on her way......

[starchild]

Hello, I'd like to join the Rue Crew!

I'm closer in age to Valerie, but rue are the first 3 letters of my name, so I think this is the place for me.

I've really enjoyed reading the blogs - and since I'm just on day three, those early week blogs are really ringing true for me.

I'm 48, and I lost a significant amount of weight on another plan, very quickly - like, I went from ~ 400 to less than 200 in just over a year. Thing was, when I snapped, I snapped hard... I ended up in the hospital being treated for depression, and spent some time just trying to get myself together. Re food, I went totally out of control. About a year beyond that, I've gained back about 100 of what I'd lost - trying several times to go back on the plan, but never able to stick with it when something would hit me emotionally. (I'd try to blast bad emotions with bags of sugar.)

So, I have a series of weight goals to attain - first, to hit the number where I'll move from 1700 to 1500 calories a day - then my half way point - I think that was 221. 199 will be a vitally important number for me, and 155 is my current goal.

I say current, because that's the top end of "healthy" weight for me... but the number in my head is 135. So, as I approach my current goal, I'll decide if I will continue on to the lower number.

Besides the weight goal, I have a physical one - to get back to running. I say running as if I run like a rabbit. More truthfully, I run more like a slug. But it felt really, really good when I ran 5K's (and even one 10K), and I want to get that feeling back. I never ran as a kid - my asthma was diagnosed very late in life, and it took even longer to figure out how to train past the coughing... so now I want to make up for all the running I missed as a kid!

Star

[Jill R B]

Hi everyone. Almost done with week one. Can hardly believe it and am excited to see what the weight loss it. I actually haven't been hungry. This board helps me to realize that I am not the only one out there, struggling to lose the same 15 pounds. Keep writing, it is really motivating...!!!! Does anyone have a good tip for eating lunch out. Need to do that tomorrow and don't want to eat too much.
THanks.
Jill

[Jill R B]

Hi everyone. Almost done with week one. Can hardly believe it and am excited to see what the weight loss it. I actually haven't been hungry. This board helps me to realize that I am not the only one out there, struggling to lose the same 15 pounds. Keep writing, it is really motivating...!!!! Does anyone have a good tip for eating lunch out. Need to do that tomorrow and don't want to eat too much.
THanks.
Jill