Newsletter, week of April 1st

Last Week

Remember who your weight loss role models are. Learn from them! Also know that as you follow the program, you're likely inspiring others.

This Week

Winter isn't the only season with special occasions. Whether it's Thanksgiving, Passover or the 4th of July, learning how to deal with those kinds of eating challenges is critical to weight loss success. Come hear about how to do it!

Kudos

We had three members reach their 10% targets this week: Annita, Marta and Shawn. One goal down, so what's the next one ladies?!?

Also celebrating this week were Julie (10 pounds), Leah (20 pounds), Marianne (30 pounds) and Andrew (45 pounds). Combined you folks have lost over 100 pounds!

WW Product of the Week

Check out our cookbooks! If you're looking for a healthy recipe to add to your special occasion, these books are great resources. You'll find recipes that fit both the Flex and Core plans, great dishes from around the world, fast and easy meals, and special dishes for the advanced chef. Prices and selection varies by location.

Non-WW Product of the Week

A friend of mine mentioned she'd started exercising again, using the Yourself! Fitness program. If you thought video games were the downfall of humanity, this ought to change your mind. If there's a Playstation or Xbox in your house, you can turn it into a virtual personal trainer who will guide you through all sorts of different workouts. Working out at home without having to shell out big bucks for personal training? Cool deal!

Recipe of the Week

Shrimp and Pineapple Saute
Serves 4
3 Points and Core

1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 Tbsp canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp grated peeled fresh ginger
2 cups diced pineapple
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
3 scallions, cut into 1" pieces
2 tsp fresh lime juice

Sprinkle shrimp with half the salt and pepper. Saute over medium-high heat in 1 tsp of the oil until the shrimp is just opaque. Set the shrimp aside on a plate.

Heat the rest of the oil, add the garlic and ginger, and stir constantly for about 30 seconds. Add pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add bell pepper, and cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.

-- Pure Comfort cookbook

Tip of the Week

Want to make sure you stay in control at a special event? Wear something fitted! Overeating can be uncomfortable anyway, but knowing you don't have much room in your waistband can help keep you from eating too much. Don't wear your "big meal" clothes - you know, that elastic waistband!

Quote of the Week

"Never eat more than you can lift." - Miss Piggy