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[debirises64]

Hey, hoping to find a BR buddy out there. Started JC July 26th of this year. I'm 55 years old and as we all know, the older you get, the harder it is to get it off. I started on WW, but hated having to count everything, so I decided to give JC a try. My first week I lost 2lbs. and was really excited. I'm in my second week and have to go back Tuesday to see my counselor and weigh in. I don't think I've lost anything. That really discourages me. I know that my counselor told me that you can expect to lose from 1 to 2lbs a week, but I was praying that I would at least lose a pound. Heck, I would even be happy with a 1/2lb. I guess I will find out Tuesday. According to my scale, I was at 148.0, but today when I weighed, I was 148.2. I think that it's going in the opposite direction. Has anyone out there experienced the same thing? Well hoping I will hear from any of Louisiana friends, but especially BR, since we only have one center here.

[Kittens Hill]

I just joined the website but not the program and am close to Baton Rouge. I need some in put. I can't decide if this is right for me.

[Diane McC.]

Debi- Greetings! I am a 45-year-old from Baton Rouge (via NYC)and this is the beginning of my second week. I would be happy to be your buddy and support is key to any program. My weigh in is today (fingers crossed!)

I can well understand your frustration at the slight increase in pounds, but remember two things: 1) Let them weigh you - don't get on that scale at home until the end of the week; and 2) Because of the increase in water and the water contained in veggies, that will happen at first. Also, try to incorporate some exercise even if only a 20-minute walk (which can be done by simply walking around room to room).

Hang in there, don't give up and keep me posted!

Diane

[Diane McC.]

Kittens Hill, on 30 August 2011 - 02:55 PM, said:

I just joined the website but not the program and am close to Baton Rouge. I need some in put. I can't decide if this is right for me.

Kittens Hill - Hello! Even though this is the beginning of my second week, I am really loving this program. I have tried them ALL and I can see this is the best plan. The food is fantastic - I think you'll like it. I do think if you want to really lose the weight, it is imperative that you join a center and weigh in each week as well as meet with a counselor (ask for Brigitte to start). All of the Baton Rouge counselors are wonderful. That way, you will be "held accountable". They give you a list of what to eat and when - liking that!! No brainer. You'll also have people like me on line who will support you. Like anything, you have to stick with something like this and every pound counts - with each pound loss, you'll never see that number again. Remember: it's not a race. It's about health and about maininting that weight loss. Keep on the path and when you look up, it will be 5 pounds, 10 pounds, 20 pounds...If cost is a consideration (understandable), imagine what medications and doctors would cost if one were to get sick. The very fact that we are doing this means we can't do it ourselves and need help - so please join and I'll be happy to help support you in any way possible

[jayne marie]

debirises64, on 07 August 2011 - 02:10 PM, said:

Hey, hoping to find a BR buddy out there. Started JC July 26th of this year. I'm 55 years old and as we all know, the older you get, the harder it is to get it off. I started on WW, but hated having to count everything, so I decided to give JC a try. My first week I lost 2lbs. and was really excited. I'm in my second week and have to go back Tuesday to see my counselor and weigh in. I don't think I've lost anything. That really discourages me. I know that my counselor told me that you can expect to lose from 1 to 2lbs a week, but I was praying that I would at least lose a pound. Heck, I would even be happy with a 1/2lb. I guess I will find out Tuesday. According to my scale, I was at 148.0, but today when I weighed, I was 148.2. I think that it's going in the opposite direction. Has anyone out there experienced the same thing? Well hoping I will hear from any of Louisiana friends, but especially BR, since we only have one center here.

[jayne marie]

Hi Deb,
Not sure if you got a buddy yet in the Baton Rouge area, but I am a newbe. I just joined today, Sept 26th and would not mind having a buddy as soon as I get the hang of it. I, too, am a 3 time weight watcher drop out. Hope this plan works. Hope to hear from you.
Jayne Marie

[aimee2011]

Hey guys,

My name is Aimee and I just got my food today and will start jc tomorrow. I joined out of the lafayette office though. If anyone would like a buddy through this site or email I am available. I need all the support I can get.

[rikkidee28]

hey everyone,

i am using the jenny at home program in lafayette la. i have hit my half-way mark (loss 11 pounds!). my goal was to lose 20 pounds total but recently i began to think a 26 pound loss would be more healthy for me. i do not have a buddy yet which can be difficult at times (especially when my fiance orders pizza for himself). i was wondering if you had a buddy yet Aimee? i figured since we live in the same town perhaps we could support each other in our weight loss efforts.

[stephaniesherie]

I'm in Lafayette doing the Jenny at Home option.