please enjoy my little video and hear me talk about my first two weeks on the Jenny Craig program.
it has been going well.
i have lost some weight.
i have started buying healthy foods to pair with my JC meals.
i am not hungry.
i have plenty to eat on the plan.
i have had two calls with my phone consultant, Alexis, and she is super sweet.
she helps me talk through problem areas, dealing with eating out, why i eat the way i do, etc.
although it is a little hard to share so openly with her what i did eat or am tempted by...it is so helpful to be held accountable by someone.
she has answers to my issues.
it reminds me that i am not alone....i am not the first person that has struggled with the desire to eat chocolate chip cookies.
the weight is coming off in a healthy time frame.
with Jenny Craig you can expect to lose 1 - 2 pounds a week.
i have been running also a few days a week.
i am enjoying seeing the number on the scale go down.
the best part of the program to me (two weeks in) is that the food comes color coded by meals and arrives at my door by the UPS man.
One less decision i have to make in a day.
as a mother of five....i have to make so many decisions every single day about so many things...big and small.
having the healthy food choice decision made for me is AWESOME!
Alexis talked with me about what kind of eater i am....
i think i am an unconscious/emotional eater.
i eat on autopilot and i eat when i have stress or a reaction to stress.
she talked with me about how to combat that in everyday situations.
and with Jenny Craig's program...there isn't a place for autopilot or emotional eating anyway.
yay!
the tools are right in front of me to fight the battle against poor eating habits.
what kind of eater do you think you are?
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Posted by: Holly | 10/17/2011 at 10:04 AM
I definitely think I am a boredom eater...I can't watch tv without having some kind of food in my hand!
Posted by: Janelle | 10/17/2011 at 12:46 PM
Awesome job, food is my weakness :)
Posted by: jen | 10/17/2011 at 01:22 PM
Totally an emotional eater.
Totally...sigh
Posted by: Lori Austin | 10/17/2011 at 01:35 PM
This is sounding like a pretty good deal. I have been thinking about it ever since your last post.
Posted by: Anna Marie | 10/17/2011 at 01:38 PM
Keep up the good work! wish I could be so motivated.
Posted by: Joanie | 10/17/2011 at 01:45 PM
I am definitely an emotional eater, which started as a child. We had food to celebrate everything and I still turn to food to celebrate, comfort myself, relieve stress, etc.
Posted by: Christy | 10/17/2011 at 02:02 PM
I am a lack of will power eater. Can be good all day then put the wrong thing in front of me and it's over for that day!
Posted by: Shar | 10/17/2011 at 02:03 PM
Emotional for sure.
Posted by: Heather D | 10/17/2011 at 02:16 PM
I am definitely an unconscious and emotional eater too! I have 7 kids and I am always running around stressed but pretending not to be stressed.
Posted by: Melissa | 10/17/2011 at 02:29 PM
You are amazing! I'm so proud of any Momma who makes the decision to take a little time for herself and make herself count. I'm a lifer with WW and so love what it did for me. I'm a little over my goal right now but you, my dear, have inspired me to step it up a notch. Last year I lost over 55 lbs, was hired by the company, worked through my training, quit the job to hold my momma's hand through her cancer diagnosis and treatments... and here I am a year later with a healthy momma and a healthy me, at just a few pounds from where I was. Keep up your awesome work!!!
Posted by: Kimberly | 10/17/2011 at 02:30 PM
ugh...when i'm stressed....or bored....or filling some void. working on that!
Posted by: lindsay | 10/17/2011 at 02:30 PM
Aww, thanks for giving us the low-down. And honesty, giving us the #'s...you're very brave! I eat when I feel any kind of emotion, good & bad. Food is such a relational part of our lives.
Posted by: Rachel Newswanger | 10/17/2011 at 02:31 PM
keep up the good work. I may need to try this!
Posted by: ingrid lapp | 10/17/2011 at 02:43 PM
so proud of you, megan. my goal is 30 lbs by february but i'm not sure i'll make it. it's the food thing that just KILLS me! i love my chocolate. i too eat when i am frustrated/stressed. literally one of the kids will make me so mad and i will go straight to the kitchen for a brownie!
Posted by: Mindy Harris | 10/17/2011 at 02:56 PM
No question. I'm an emotional eater.
Posted by: Dawn | 10/17/2011 at 02:57 PM
I am an "eat whatever is in the house" eater....if it is healthy, I'll eat well...ifit is not healthy, then I am in trouble!
Posted by: Maureen Troop | 10/17/2011 at 03:00 PM
Check you out! That's so fantastic, Meg! :) I lost 40 pounds - yes, FORTY - last year and I feel so, so, SO much better. I'm your age and you have 5 kiddos, too, but the "happy pounds" had crept up on me with all those cookie baking afternoons and runs to get ice cream and whatnot. I just like sweet things. I don't necessarily eat them because I'm stessed or sad or even because I'm happy - I just eat them because they're there!!! And I like them! What does that make me? A self-indulgent eater? ha ha. Anyway, way to go. I have to say, though, you already look awesome. I know you want to look/feel even *more* awesome, but I just wanted to say you already look great. Cute vlog, too :)
~Jacci in Ohio
Posted by: Jacci | 10/17/2011 at 03:05 PM
Right now, I'm 22 and newly married and thankfully have lead a healthy, active life for the last four years, but I dream of a big family (4-6) one day and I have a feeling I won't always be the size I am now. I think Jenny Craig would be the perfect way to lose weight (along with exercising if time) since the food is delivered right to your door. My last year of college, I ate lean cuisines every night, so I am used to that kind of meal. It's not my favorite, but it's great for quick meals and staying fit!
Posted by: Sarah @ Redhead in Ruffled Flats | 10/17/2011 at 03:09 PM
Congratulations on your success so far! I am a nibbler and snacker.
Posted by: elizabeth | 10/17/2011 at 03:13 PM
I like to snack, and am making great progress in eating balanced and healthy :) -an enormous accomplishment!
Posted by: Sara Torbett | 10/17/2011 at 03:24 PM
I am a lazy meal planner. If I could just plan ahead of time, I would be a good healthy eater! I will work on this.
Posted by: Juli | 10/17/2011 at 03:30 PM
Definitely an emotional eater.
Posted by: Karen | 10/17/2011 at 03:31 PM
I just love to eat.
Posted by: Anne-Marie P | 10/17/2011 at 03:59 PM
I eat to avoid housework...yeah, that's not working out so well.
Glad to hear the program is working for you, Megan.
Posted by: Sheila P. | 10/17/2011 at 04:05 PM
I am definitely an emotional eater!!!
Posted by: Lynette | 10/17/2011 at 04:21 PM
I am an "all of the above eater". I eat for every reason and no reason. Often without thinking. It's amazing I'm not bigger than I am...and I am big enough.
Posted by: Ruth | 10/17/2011 at 04:22 PM
I am a lazy eater, it's much easier to grab a drink and candy than to make something healthy. My true weakness is Dr. Pepper and Reese's peanut butter cups.
Posted by: Lorilee Peterson | 10/17/2011 at 04:50 PM
I struggle with portion control. I've learned and continue to learn about healthy choices and not using food as a reward! GO MEG! Great job!!
Posted by: Rachel B. | 10/17/2011 at 05:05 PM
I think I eat out of boredom sometimes.
Posted by: mami2jcn | 10/17/2011 at 05:28 PM
I am unfortunately an unconscious/emotional eater (working on it though). Or should I say... I eat whatever the kids are eating because I'm lazy to make something more healthy to eat for myself? It's all about discipline and I'm willing to work hard to shed the weight! :)
Posted by: Karen | 10/17/2011 at 06:15 PM
Good for you! That does sound easy. Any food that is already prepared is a BIG plus.
Posted by: Lia | 10/17/2011 at 06:25 PM
It would be nice to have a selection of healthy meals delivered and in the freezer ready to eat! Sounds like a great program!
Posted by: Jennifer W | 10/17/2011 at 06:26 PM
YES! tonight I had a flat tire and I threw back 3, ok, ok, more like 4 cupcakes as a "reward" for a stressful event I had to go through. that is not good. Mindless eating! Congrats on your success! Yey Jenny Craig! I'm curious to try it!
Jayne:)
Posted by: jayne Barbour | 10/17/2011 at 06:44 PM
I'm definitely a mindless eater.
Posted by: Southern Gal | 10/17/2011 at 06:47 PM
can't wait to hear more!
Posted by: elisabeth (bovagoods) | 10/17/2011 at 06:59 PM
Sounds good. I think I'd get bored of the food. Keep going girl!!
Posted by: Lisa | 10/17/2011 at 07:04 PM
I'm all for better fitting pants!!
Posted by: kathy | 10/17/2011 at 07:37 PM
Good for you. Looking for a program for the last 20 pounds. Sounds like a good option!
Posted by: Renee | 10/17/2011 at 07:43 PM
Congrats! I would love to do Jenny Craig. I have been inspired!
Posted by: Wendy | 10/17/2011 at 07:58 PM
I'm a total stress eater!
Posted by: Donna | 10/17/2011 at 08:33 PM
I am an emotional eater. ANNNNNNNND. In our culture, we eat for fun! What do you do with friends??? Meet for dinner and drinks.
Posted by: Shannon | 10/17/2011 at 08:37 PM
Stress eater for sure! Thanks for being real with us.
Posted by: Julie | 10/17/2011 at 09:29 PM
I'm a snacker - I don't eat large meals, but I pick at foods (often high calorie) without thinking about it
Posted by: LAMusing | 10/17/2011 at 09:40 PM
I'm a stress eater!
Posted by: Norma | 10/17/2011 at 09:42 PM
I'm an unconscious eater for sure! And I love that you shared you weight! You are brave and real. Wish our culture celebrated real people rather than the fake, altered beauty on tv and magazines, etc. Keep it up!
Posted by: Lisa | 10/17/2011 at 10:09 PM
Oooh! I am so tempted to try Jenny Craig! Good for you! 4 and a half pounds is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: sara's art house | 10/17/2011 at 10:13 PM
definitely an emotional eater! although it's awful because i eat when i'm happy and when i'm sad, go figure, lol. might have to look into the jenny craig thing!! good luck!!
Posted by: kim smart | 10/17/2011 at 11:41 PM
Great job, Meg! That is so awesome. :)
Posted by: Kate @ Songs Kate Sang | 10/18/2011 at 12:48 AM
I'm a forgetful eater. I forget to eat because I get so busy doing other stuff. I also love sweets. I could eat desserts for every meal!
Posted by: Melissa Mae | 10/18/2011 at 01:14 AM
Great job Meg!! I am definitely a stress eater who LOVES sweets. Bad combo but I'm working on it. :) Thanks for your honesty and inspiration!
Posted by: Amy | 10/18/2011 at 06:54 AM
I am on Jenny too...I love it! Good luck Meg!
Posted by: Jane Mc | 10/18/2011 at 07:05 AM
I definately need to lose weight, just don't know how I could stick to eating frozen meals all the time...I will keep up on your posts...way to go Meg!
Posted by: Rachel | 10/18/2011 at 08:01 AM
I am a compulsive eater. Once I get started with foods with flour or sugar I don't eat normal amounts.
Posted by: Jennifer Cooper | 10/18/2011 at 08:22 AM
Go for it Meg! It will be fun watching you on this journey. I started walking to school this year (one mile to school, one mile home--DONE! 2 miles). And that has helped SO MUCH! Well that and cutting back on stuff I shouldn't eat! Good luck...video blog again! GB
Posted by: GB Jost | 10/18/2011 at 08:31 AM
Super excited for you! Can't wait to hear and see the results! I am trying to stick to all frozen meals, hopefully I will see some results too!
Posted by: Brenda | 10/18/2011 at 09:26 AM
I'm the type of eater that just loves food. I eat just b/c I love it. I sometimes can't stop just b/c it's soo good.
Posted by: Meredith | 10/18/2011 at 09:28 AM
So proud of you!! I am a bored eater. Or a "hey the food is there and it tastes good kind of eater". I really want to start running (or walking faster :) I was in a really good habit of going to the gym during lunch and then I got un-motivated and now my pants and shirts are too tight again and I weigh about 15 lbs more. Ugh so depressing! Keep up the good work!!
Posted by: Alice H | 10/18/2011 at 10:12 AM
you go girl!!! your story is very encouraging and motivating.
Posted by: Jordan | 10/18/2011 at 10:42 AM
I am definitely a bored eater, especially at work. It is very hard not to want to snack even if I am not hungry.
Posted by: Karenth | 10/18/2011 at 10:44 AM
That's awesome! Keep it up....I'm an emotional eater too. If I get stressed I eat/gain weight then stress about gaining weight....vicious circle I tell ya!
Posted by: Jenny | 10/18/2011 at 10:45 AM
i am definitely a emotional eater.
Posted by: Larissa | 10/18/2011 at 11:29 AM
GOOD JOB!!! Keep it up!
Posted by: Christina Self | 10/18/2011 at 12:19 PM
I love to eat delicious snacks in the evening! :)
Posted by: Jessica | 10/18/2011 at 12:36 PM
I'm a snacker. My husband gets on to me often cause I snack and don't eat full meals...
Posted by: Melissa | 10/18/2011 at 02:24 PM
I'm a nervous eater. When ever I'm stressed out or worried (like now, when my husband is scheduled for a triple by-pass), I can't quit craving sweets, even when I'm not hungry.
Posted by: Betty Ramsey | 10/18/2011 at 03:27 PM
I am an emotional eater. . . and a mindless eater when watching TV. I would love for eating right to be easy.
Posted by: Michelle | 10/18/2011 at 04:20 PM
I am an emotional eater and I also eat on autopilot! I find myself digging in the cupboard/fridge at the same times everyday whether I am hungary or not!
Posted by: Samantha | 10/18/2011 at 04:42 PM
Can you be more than one? Emotional/stress eater... when I have a big project and I'm feeling anxious and trying to focus. That's when it's really, really bad to have bought halloween candy early!
Posted by: Heather @ Creative Family Moments | 10/18/2011 at 06:28 PM
I'm not really sure what all types of eaters I could choose from, but I'm pretty sure emotional/stress would probably be the one I'd have to choose.
Posted by: Bailey C | 10/18/2011 at 06:48 PM
I'm definitely a bored eater. and I have a tendency to "conquer the plate", which means no cookie goes unturned! It's a big, fat bummer, uhhhh... so to speak. *sigh* one of these days I'm hoping to beat the bulge!
We're all rooting for you!!! Go, Meg, Go!
Posted by: Vicki | 10/18/2011 at 06:52 PM
Keep it up!!! You are an inspiration!
Posted by: Bethany Moore | 10/18/2011 at 07:53 PM
I'm a muncher. If I am not in the middle of doing a bunch of things I just grab something to munch on.
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Posted by: Sunshyn V | 10/19/2011 at 12:28 AM
I tweeted about this
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Posted by: Sunshyn V | 10/19/2011 at 12:29 AM
so glad thsi is working for you :) keep up the good work!
Posted by: Emily | 10/19/2011 at 01:15 PM
This sounds awesome, I'd be interested in trying this myself. Best of luck to you girl! :)
Posted by: Amber | 10/19/2011 at 04:13 PM
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Posted by: Amber | 10/19/2011 at 04:14 PM
way to go, Meg! I'm glad you are enjoying it! I would say I'm a stress eater too - boo on that. :)
Posted by: Jennie | 10/19/2011 at 08:33 PM
Great job, I enjoy reading your post, definitely an inspiration to me.
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Posted by: Jessie C. | 10/19/2011 at 10:37 PM
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Posted by: Jessie C. | 10/19/2011 at 10:37 PM
I'm a stress eater!
Posted by: Christine | 10/20/2011 at 08:32 AM
I just love to eat!
Posted by: Mrs. B. | 10/20/2011 at 11:27 AM
I'm a foodie for sure.... I like to cook and eat!
Posted by: Leann Lindeman | 10/20/2011 at 02:31 PM
Many times I forget to eat but other times I will just eat for the sake of eating.
Posted by: Maureen | 10/20/2011 at 03:18 PM
I am an emotional eater and I also eat when i'm bored
Posted by: Amanda S | 10/20/2011 at 05:47 PM
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Posted by: Amanda S | 10/20/2011 at 05:49 PM
You are the cutest ever!
I'm an emotional eater.
Though I lost 50 lbs over two years by adding running to my exercise routine and enjoying smaller dinners with more veggies than protein.
I agree about the pants not being tight. Feels so much better!
I'm still an emotional eater but try to eat one or two cookies instead of a sleeve.
Posted by: Kristin S | 10/20/2011 at 08:58 PM
i think i'm sometimes a bored eater
Posted by: sherri crawford | 10/23/2011 at 09:10 AM
I love to eat but eat more when upset or stressed out.
Posted by: kay swederski | 10/23/2011 at 10:28 AM
I tend to eat more (and make poor choices) when I am either bored or stressed.
Posted by: Jill Miller | 10/23/2011 at 02:02 PM
Tweeted!
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Posted by: Jill Miller | 10/23/2011 at 02:11 PM
Definitely an emotional eater - I eat for comfort. Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Sandra K | 10/23/2011 at 08:02 PM
I'm a stress eater!
Posted by: Ruth Sweepstakes Haris | 10/24/2011 at 06:53 AM
Im a stress eater for sure!
Posted by: linda brooks | 10/24/2011 at 07:00 AM
I eat most when we are slow at work!
Posted by: Colleen Sisk | 10/24/2011 at 07:09 AM
I'm a grazer.
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Posted by: Kyona sirico | 10/24/2011 at 07:37 AM
I eat out of boredom and also when I'm emotional.
Posted by: Simone | 10/24/2011 at 10:43 AM
I am a voracious snacker, ruin all my meals.
Posted by: McDuffy | 10/24/2011 at 01:19 PM
I am a HUGE emotional eater. And it doesn't seem to matter what the emotion is.
Posted by: Shannon | 10/24/2011 at 03:25 PM
I am an emotional eater. I eat when I am happy or sad.
Posted by: Helen Keeler | 10/24/2011 at 03:27 PM