Weight Platue or Gain

Question
Hello Todd-

Our last names are the same - That is because I married into the family.  Dave is my husband and recommended that I send you an email.  I have been watching calories since the beginning of June.  (Weight Watchers) .  40 is approaching fast and the body is changing!  I dropped 5 lbs in the first 3 weeks.  Started excercising regularly about week 3 and have been consistant the last 2 weeks.  About 50 minutes of brisk walking mostly.   Also staying within or under WW points and not seeing scale results.  Sometimes the scale shows a gain?  Any advice?  

Answer
Sheri,

Hi, and great to hear from you.  Say 'Hi' to Dave for me.

In my opinion, and in many experts opinions, Weight Watchers is probably the best overall diet plan.  It encourages food variety and reasonable portion sizes.  WW also has the highest adherence rate.

When it comes to long-term weight loss, regular exercise may be just as important as how much you eat.  

You are still in the very early stages of your plan so you can't say that things aren't going as planned.  Think of your weight like the stock market; a few off days doesn't mean a depression.  Be patient and look for long term success.  Consistency is the key - hang in there.

Best wishes.

Todd

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