Should I join weight watchers or no?

Question

I really need to lose some weight and I was wondering if I should join weight watchers? I'm not obese by no means, but I do need to lose about 30 pounds. I have exercise equipment at my house. I just have problems with staying motivated.

Answer 1

Yes, 30 lbs. is by no means obese. "Weight watchers" can work for the period of enrollment. The problem is "What happens after the enrollment period?" Most people fall back into their old way of life and gain back a substantial amount of the lost weight. The reason being is that "weight watchers" is not a life changing event. What needs to happen is to change your lifestyle in a that will carry through right into your senior years. Using your existing exercise equipment is an excellent start. In order to not get bored you'll need to varry your workout program so it isn't the same day after day. Also, a TV, music, or a friend to workout with helps make the time pass by. A good combination of 3 days heavy cardio & light strength training, with 2 days heavy strength training & light cardio should work best. Stretch before and after all workouts. Eat properly and get plenty of rest. Eventually you may want to add additional exercise equipment to further vary your workouts. Soon you'll be on your way to a life altering journey... If I can be of further service, just let me know!

Answer 2

I have joined weight watchers in the past. I'm not saying that it's a waste of money because different things work for different people. It was not for me ....I did lose weight with it but not as much as I wanted. for me it was a circle I would loose weight and then gain it back. In the end i had gastric bypass surgery Feb of last year and Ihave lost 150 lbs..... The thing about weight watchers is that you pay to join and pay to go to weekly meetings. But good luck in whatever you do.

Answer 3

You might NOT want to join weight watchers if you aren't obese. Try to go to a gym or work out for half an hour to an hour every day. Also don't eat to many carbs or fats. The weight will not go away quickly but it will go away. Also you must set a goal. Saying just around 30 pounds isn't good enough. Set a solid goal that you will reach. Try hard.

Answer 4

Forget weight watchers...waste of your Money and your time.
Unless you have a medical illness, there is no excuse for being 30 pounds over weight.

I see that you are a Colts Fan...so am I a Colts fan. Do you see any running backs that are 30 pounds over weight...I think not.

Start by walking an hour a day....stop all sugar, starches and beer;)...maybe one beer at Game time:) If you don't exercise and stop eating garbage, you will be 40 pounds over weight.

Best of luck to you...I like Foot ball, also.

Answer 5

If you need that kind of support and motivation and if you can afford it, go for it. Personally, I would resent paying them money for something I can easily do myself, but I do understand the motivation of doing something as part of a group.

If you want to give it another try on your own, these sites might help you for free. Best of luck with it.

Answer 6

Hi, Do you need some one on one help with losing weight & toning up, building strength & muscle mass or just gaining weight? I am a personal trainer, lifecoach & bodybuilder with 25 years experience. Contact me at [e-mail]

Answer 7

If you feel its the right program for you.....Have you thought about jenny craig? IT WORKS!!! I have seen 6 people lose so much weight on JG but WW is good to so whatever is closer to you or which one fits your needs I say YES!!! But its all up to you!!

Answer 8

I lost 50lbs on WW. It is an amazing program if followed correctly.
Good Luck!!

Answer 9

If you think this will work for you.

Answer 10

well they can help you get movitade so i say yes