Bravo

Well, the weigh in went down and bam, I lost! Only .2, but that makes me happy. It's not a gain. I am extremely happy b/c I haven't weighed in since before Thanksgiving! I have 2 more big holidays to get through, but I feel good about it.

WW has a new point system that I need to read up on. Looks interesting. Basically the ProPoints plan revolves around the different kinds and amounts of fats, carbohydrates, proteins and fibers found in food and drink, as opposed to just their saturated fat and calorie values.

This new system doesn’t totally depart from the old one; each Weight Watcher is given a certain point limit which has been calculated from their height, weight, sex and age.

The average daily allowance is 29 ProPoints. However, one of the main differences to the old system, and arguably one of its biggest selling points, is that there is an extra bank of what they call 49 real living points. Any dieter can use some or all of this bonus allocation when they fancy being a bit naughty, whether it be for a birthday night out or when they want to have some junk food.

Another change from the old system has ALL vegetables and/or fruit having no ProPoint value. This can encourage dieters to eat as much healthy foods as they want. It could also help people to achieve the 5 portions of fruit or vegetables per day recommendation from the Department of Health.

I need to give it some time, but hopefully this is a good change! I plan on keeping up the workouts and blogging my meal plans.

One thing that I love is that if you lost a certain amount of weight or doing something over the top, the WW leader gives you a Bravo sticker. It's just a simple sticker that you can buy at a craft store, but this sticker makes me happy. I strive to get one each week. I only have one, but I the plan is to have atleast 5 by the time I have reached my goal :).

Well last night I never made it to the gym. I decided to nap for 30 mins and the 30 turned into 2 hours! So instead of the gym, I decided to make dinner instead. The taco bake turned out great! I ended up eating this which was fine b/c I watched my portion size.

Today we have our holiday party at work and we leave around 11:45 to head to the Chopping Block for some competition amoung our co-workers. I love this idea for a holiday party. There will be drinks, appetizers, food, desserts and more! The best part is cooking. Not sure what we will be served, but I am on a weight loss high and plan to stick to my routine.

Aside from the party, this weekend should be low key. Staying in tonight, maybe a movie tomorrow night, brunch on Sunday and a small holiday gig at my friend Emily's. I will be back Monday with a full report!

Have a great weekend and stay warm!
PK