Closed for Christmas!

Just a reminder that Weight Watchers is closed Thursday, Dec. 25th for Christmas. We hope you have a wonderful time with family and friends and we'll see you again for meetings starting Friday, Dec. 26th!

Serve it up Saturday!

#ServeItUpSaturday

Cranberry-Orange Glazed Ham

PointsPlus® Value: 5

Servings: 8

Preparation Time: 5 min

Cooking Time: 60 min

Level of Difficulty: Easy

There is nothing easier to prepare than a ham, but it always makes a meal seem special. And it's perfect for the upcoming holiday week!

Ingredients

2 Tbsp Juice, orange, frozen concentrate, unsweetened, undiluted

¼ cup(s) Cranberry sauce, canned

2 Tbsp Sugar, brown

1 Tbsp Whole cloves

2 pound(s) Ham, roasted, lean only

1 medium Mandarin oranges (tangerine), cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. For glaze, in a small saucepan over low heat, stir together orange juice concentrate, cranberry sauce and brown sugar, whisking until smooth.

3. Stick cloves into top of ham. Place ham in a baking dish and brush with some of the glaze. Bake for 1 hour, brushing with glaze every 15 minutes.

4. Slice thinly, garnish with orange wedges and serve.

Meeting Topic 12/14-12/20

"Fend Off Food Pushers!"

Meeting Topic 12/14-12/20

Protect your plate! This week in meetings, we'll talk about how to ensure that your choices are truly your own.

Haven't be able to make a meeting yet this week? You still have time! And you won't want to miss this great topic.

"Is This Food Worthy of Me?"
Being choosy about what you eat is just one way to take care of yourself — which is a key element in successful weight loss!

This Week in Meetings: "Make a Losing List!"
Topic: Nov. 30th - Dec. 6th

Why do you want to lose weight? The more answers you have, the stronger your motivation can be.

When you need to get stuff done, writing a to-do list can help. And when sticking to that to-do list becomes a little harder, writing a "why" list can be just the fix. That’s because the more reasons you have to do something — whether it’s reorganizing your closet or sticking with healthy behaviors — the more likely you are to follow through with the task. It's like a benign pile-on that makes resistance pretty much futile. Keep an actual list of these reasons on hand to go over whenever you feel your motivation dipping. It can be the jolt of enthusiasm you need to refocus on your goals.

Turkey, Apple and Blue Cheese Wrap, PPV = 7

Dry, leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwiches are a thing of the past. This wrap boasts juicy apples, peppery arugula and a blue cheese-spiked cream cheese spread. #ServeItUpSaturday

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp blue cheese, softened   
1 Tbsp fat-free cream cheese, softened   
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground (or to taste)   
1 medium whole wheat tortilla(s), warmed according to package directions   
1/2 cup(s) arugula, baby leaves   
1/2 medium fresh apple(s), diced   
2 oz cooked light meat turkey chopped or diced   

Instructions:
In a small cup, mash together blue cheese, cream cheese and pepper with a fork; spread onto tortilla. Top tortilla with arugula, apple and turkey, leaving about 1-inch of space from edges; tuck in sides of tortilla and then roll it up tightly (slice in half, if desired). Yields 1 wrap per serving.

Notes:
Sprinkle arugula with lemon juice or toss with you favorite light vinaigrette, if desired (could affect PointsPlus value).

"When Snacks Attack!"
Topic 11/23-11/29, 2014

Do you find yourself mindlessly much pretzels at 3:00pm or pillage the pantry in the post-dinner hours? This week in meetings, we'll discuss ways to fight back and outsmart those snack attacks!

Meeting Topic 11/9-11/15

This week in meetings, we'll discuss some fast ways to get in activity...even on the busiest days!

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Share Your Success!

Remember our "ACE" summer challenge? Introducing "Share Your Success" -- running Nov. 2nd - Dec. 27th! Awesome member holiday tips, earn discounts on product, a grand prize drawing, and a snowflake charm when you attend 6 meetings in 8 weeks this season!

This week in meetings!

"Stay on Track for the Holidays!" This week in meetings, you set a goal for the holidays — and figure out a plan for reaching it! 

October's Theme: "The Levels of Change"

This week's topic: "You, Version Two!"

How do you describe yourself? This week in meetings, we will see how the words we use can help influence our self-identity.

Weight loss Oct 12-18th!

Territory 8811: your stats are in! 

Congrats on a GREAT WEEK!

Oct. 12-18th = 2,336 lbs

So far in 2014 = 121,971 lbs

Lifetime Members YTD = 262

#ServeItUpSaturday
Halloween treats don't get any cuter. Weight Watchers made these mini so you can pop one in your mouth and still have a little candy!

"Brownie Cupcake Bites!"
PointsPlus Value = 2
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Other time: 0 min
Serves: 36

Ingredients:
21 oz regular brownie dry mix 
1/2 cup(s) water 
1/2 cup(s) unsweetened applesauce 
2 item(s) (large) egg white(s), lightly beaten 
2 cup(s) lite whipped topping 
1 3/4 oz candy corn, 36 pieces 

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line 36 mini muffin tin holes with mini cupcake wrappers. In a large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix, water, applesauce and egg whites. Mix 50 times with a wooden spoon (use 50 strokes); do not under mix. Pour brownie mixture into prepared muffin tins, about 1 tablespoon per hole. Bake cupcakes until a tester inserted in center of a cupcake comes out clean, about 12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely; remove cupcakes from pan. Before serving, decorate each cooled cupcake with a tablespoon dollop of whipped topping and 1 piece of candy corn. 

Yields 1 cupcake per serving.

Notes:
If you're not a fan of candy corn, get festive with orange and black sprinkles (could affect PointsPlus values).

Congrats, Territory 8811! 

Your Total Weight loss for 10/5-10/11:

This last week = 2,527 lbs

Since January = 119,634 lbs

New Lifetime Members (YTD) = 256

Motivation can be greater on Mondays, but doing what needs to be done regardless of your mood will sustain you long term. Here's to an"on-plan" week...

no matter what! #MondayMotivation

This Week in Meetings: 

"Winning Weight-Loss Actions!" (Behaviors)

October's Theme - Levels of Change

Even small-scale moves can have a big (and positive) impact. There's something about the crisp air of early autumn that makes it not easy, exactly, but certainly more natural to take on the task of switching up some of your less-helpful eating and exercise behaviors. The timing is good, too: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and, let's face it, the entire month of December are just around the corner. Start now to make a little change here, a little change there, and you'll be bonded with your healthy new behaviors before those end-of-year challenges hit. This week in meetings, we'll discuss tips and strategies that can help you get on the right track!

CONGRATULATIONS, Territory 8811!

The week of Sept. 28th - October 4th, you lost 2,721 lbs! 

Bringing your 2014 total to 117,107 lbs so far! 

#Rockstars

October's Meeting Room Theme: 

"The Levels of Change"

Week of Oct. 5-11, 2014: "Be the Boss of Your Own World!"

Being the BOSS of your own world -- how does THAT sound? It's YOUR turf, Make it work for you. Our environment isn't just where we live and work -- it's also the people in our lives, the situations we face, the activities we do, and the trips we take. This week in the meeting room, we'll identify where we struggle to make healthy choices and zero in on how to make changes 

that can help keep us on track!

#ServeItUpSaturday

"Baked Apples with Vanilla Drizzle"
PointsPlus Value per serving: 5

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 65 min
Other time: 0 min
Serves: 6

Juicy, sweet and flavorful. A drizzle of vanilla yogurt and scattering of crunchy pecans is a delicious finishing touch.

Ingredients
6 medium fresh apple(s), Golden Delicious-variety   
3/4 cup(s) raisins, chopped, or a combination of dried fruit bits*   
1 cup(s) apple cider   
2 Tbsp maple syrup   
1/4 cup(s) low fat vanilla yogurt   
2 Tbsp chopped pecans, toasted   

Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.Cut a thin slice across bottom and top of apples. Use a melon baller or sharp knife and spoon to core apples, making sure not to go all the way through to the bottom. Stuff each apple with 2 tablespoons raisins or dried fruit. Place apples in a baking pan. In a small bowl, combine cider and maple syrup; pour around apples. Bake, basting thoroughly with pan juices every 10 minutes, until apples are soft and cooked through, about 55 to 65 minutes total. Before serving, drizzle apples with pan sauce, yogurt and pecans. Yields 1 apple, 2 teaspoons yogurt and 1 teaspoon pecans per serving.

Notes
*Most supermarkets carry dried fruit bits but in a pinch feel free to substitute an equal amount of diced dried apricots, raisins, currants, cranberries, cherries, or whatever dried fruit you have on hand.

Congrats,Territory 8811! 

The week of 9/21-9/27, you lost 2,656 lbs! 

YTD total = 114,358 lbs! 

We love this article! True. 

Great food for thought....Pun intended. 

Are you sabotaging your own weight loss?

http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-diet-sabotage-20140927-story.html

Meeting topic: Better together!

This Week in Meetings: "Better Together!"
Topic: September 28 - October 4, 2014

Why go it alone? You're more likely to stick with the Plan — and succeed long-term — when you have the support of others.

Share your weight-loss efforts, and it can pay off beautifully for you. Social support can not only help you shed pounds, it can help you maintain weight loss. You get encouragement, fresh strategies you might not have thought of, and even a metaphorical kick in the pants when you need it!

Got the game on this weekend? This creamy spinach-feta combo dresses up fresh vegetables or baked pita chips deliciously. Or use it as a tasty spread for sandwiches and wraps. #ServeItUpSaturday

Feta and Spinach Dip
2ppv = 1 serving (4 TBS)

Ingredients
4 cup(s) fresh spinach, chopped (about 2 oz)   
1/2 cup(s) low fat cream cheese   
1/2 cup(s) fat free sour cream   
1/4 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese   
1/4 cup(s) chives, fresh, minced, divided   
2 tsp fresh lemon juice   
1/4 tsp black pepper   
1/4 tsp table salt, or less to taste (optional)   

Instructions
Place spinach in a small saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat and then cook for 1 minute; drain well. Place spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, feta cheese, 2 tablespoons chives, lemon juice and pepper in a blender; puree. Taste dip and add salt, if desired. Spoon dip into a serving bowl and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons chives. Yields about 4 tablespoons dip per serving.

Notes
For a nice flavor boost, substitute sorrel or watercress for half the spinach and follow the recipe directions above.

Today only!!!!!! ActiveLink is $5.00!

Today only!!!!!! ActiveLink is $5.00! #FlashSale 

Special Announcement!!! This Saturday only!

This Saturday only, ActiveLink is $5.00!

This Week in Meetings: 
"Weight Watchers Power Foods For the Win!"
Topic: Sept. 21-27, 2014

Power Foods — are richer in nutrients and lower in not-so-nutritious stuff than other foods. And they do it for the lowest PointsPlus value. No wonder we like to call them nutritional rock stars!

This week's meeting explores ways to power up your meals with Power Foods. And this time of year is perfect for getting better acquainted with these winning choices — hello, harvest season! There are so many delicious and inexpensive fruits and vegetables at their peak of flavor. Toss blackberries on your morning cereal. Have a crisp apple as an afternoon snack. Munch on Butternut Squash Fries with your burger at dinner.

After your meeting try this helpful trick. Take a look at this past week in your Food Tracker and see where you could’ve fit in more Power Foods.

At your meetings this week, you've been hearing members share their success stories -- and we want you all to have the chance to share those "before" items and success milestones with hundreds of your social media WW friends! Post your stories & photos -- we'll share them this weekend! Could be a pair of "before" pants, an empty prescription bottle, a walker you no longer need, a before photo -- get creative! #StartYourOwnSuccessStory #MeetingTopic #InspireFurther

Happy "Transformation Tuesday," 

Territory 8811!

The stats are in, and you ROCKED IT this week!

Weight loss 8/31-9/6: 2,231 lbs

Total Weight loss (YTD): 106,416 lbs

New Lifetime Members (YTD): 229

This Week in Meetings: 
"Start Your Own Success Story!"
Topic: 9/14 - 9/20

Success doesn't start on the scale. It starts in your mind. At your meeting this week, you'll hear from other members who've hurdled obstacles, stuck to the Plan, got back in the saddle, and just kept going. Your fellow members can be a great source of support (and experience)! Their encouragement (and sometimes, a kick in the pants) can help you to stay the course, and believe that you can do it, one small change at a time!

This week in meetings: "A Simple (Re)Start"

Topic: September 7-13, 2014

Everyone's shifting from laid-back summer vacation mode and returning to routines and schedules. So this is a perfect time to reassess and reconnect with your healthy lifestyle goals and ride September's "fresh start" feeling! 

School is back in full-swing! Whether you're a student, teacher, or just have a crazy day "on-the-go," this 6 ppv lunch is a great option! Not a roast beef fan? Try substituting your favorite deli meat! #ServeItUpSaturday

"Roast Beef Sandwiches with Horseradish Mayo"

PointsPlus Value = 6 per serving (1 sandwich), recipe serves 2
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 0 min
Other time: 0 min

Peppery arugula and hot horseradish give this recipe great bite. 
It’s so much more than your average roast beef sandwich.

Ingredients:

2 Tbsp reduced-calorie mayonnaise 
1 1/4 tsp store-bought horseradish 
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground (or more to taste) 
4 slice(s) reduced-calorie rye bread, toasted 
4 oz deli style roast beef slice(s), thinly sliced (four 1-oz slices) 
1 medium plum tomato(es), cut into eight slices 
1 cup(s) arugula, baby leaves 

Instructions:

In a small cup, mix together mayonnaise, horseradish and pepper until blended. Spread about 1 1/2 tsp mayonnaise mixture on each slice of bread. Top each of 2 slices of bread with 2 slices roast beef, 4 slices tomato and 1/2 cup arugula. Cover with remaining bread slices and serve. Yields 1 sandwich per serving.

Notes:

Plum tomatoes are a good choice for this sandwich because they are less juicy than other tomatoes and won't make the bread soggy.

Weight loss 8/24-8/30, 2014

Our members certainly worked hard heading into Labor Day! Congrats, Territory 8811! 

Weight loss 8/24-8/30: 2,642 lbs 

Weight loss Year-to-date: 104,155 lbs 

New Lifetime Members (YTD): 226 

Just a reminder, Weight Watchers is closed tomorrow. 

We will resume meetings and drop-in hours on 

Tuesday, September 2nd. See you then! 

Have you picked up your FREE Success Kit yet???

Join with a Monthly Pass -- or for current "pay as you go" members, switch to a Monthly Pass -- 

and receive a FREE starter kit, valued at $39.95! 

(Offer valid: 8/31-9/13/2014)

This week in Meetings: "What's In, What's Out!"
Meeting Topic: August 31-September 6, 2014

The change of seasons can be the perfect time to say goodbye to unhelpful summer habits and hello to Plan-freshening moves! Take advantage of that freshly-sharpened-pencils feeling to mix things up as you head into fall. Varying your routine — even a little bit — keeps things interesting so you’re more likely to stick with healthy behavior!

Grilling this holiday weekend? 

Here's a dessert to throw on there too! 

#ServeItUpSaturday

"Grilled Pineapple with Coconut Sorbet" 

Pointsplus Value = 3

6 Tbsp dried shredded and sweetened coconut meat
6 slice(s) pineapple, fresh, cored (about 1/2-inch-thick)*
1 Tbsp honey
1 1/2 cup(s) sorbet, coconut

Instructions:Heat a grill or stove-top grill pan.
Spread coconut evenly on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high, tossing until lightly browned with some white shreds, checking after 30 second intervals.**
Brush pineapple with honey; grill until pineapple is lightly charred and tender, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
To serve, place 1 pineapple slice on each of 6 plates; top each with 1/4 cup sorbet and sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon coconut. Serve immediately. Yields 1 per serving.

Notes:*To watch a video on prepping a pineapple, click here
http://www.weightwatchers.com/util/art/index_art.aspx?tabnum=1&art_id=55611
**We suggest microwaving the coconut so you don't have to heat up the kitchen. But you can toast the coconut on a sheet pan in the oven, stirring occasionally, at 300ºF, if desired. Or you can cook it in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned in spots.

SCV, AV, Bakersfield, La Canada, Burbank, Studio City, & Glendale:

CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss last week!

August 17-23, 2014: 2,623lbs 

Year-to-Date: 101,513lbs

On Sale: Weight Watchers Success Kit!

On SALE this Week: August 24-30, 2014

In partnership with our meeting room topic, "Give yourself a Break," 
Weight Watchers has lowered the price of the Success Kit to $34.95 for the week! We love this YouTube video by Diva and the Divine! 
She goes through each item in detail and is a huge fan! Check it out!

This Week in Meetings: "Give Yourself a Break!"
Topic: August 24-30, 2014

You are the only thing standing in your own way, so stop the negative chatter in your head. You wouldn't talk that way to a friend, right? This week in meetings, we are going to discuss kinder (and smarter) tactics. We might think going negative can spur us to achieve our goals, but the opposite is true: self-compassion can help you stick to healthy actions that pay off at the scale. 
#OutWithTheNegative #InWithThePositive #YouPower #OpenYourMindToThePossibilityOfSuccess

Territory 8811 Weight loss update!

Valencia, Palmdale, Bakersfield, Burbank, Studio City, La Canada, and Glendale --

Here is your success last week! Congratulations! Comment below: what have you gained as you have lost weight? #WhatDoYouGainWhenYouLose 

Weight loss for August 10-16, 2014 = 2,547lbs
Year-to-date (2014 so far) = 98,841lbs
New Lifetime Members (2014 so far) = 217

"Create Smart Spaces!"
Meeting Topic of the Week: August 17-23, 2014

Making changes in your environment is like wearing an extra coat of armor. When you're raring to go on Plan, you think your willpower and commitment will never end. But it's the times when motivation falters that taking control of your environment ahead of time really pays off. And you can be every bit the dedicated, committed person you want to be!

This week in meetings: August 10-16, 2014

"Get to Know Activity PointsPlus® Values!"

This week in meetings: August 10-16, 2014

Making exercise a regular healthy habit can  work wonders for your physical and mental well-being. The more you know about — and earn — activity PointsPlus values, the easier it is to do. Just as tracking what you eat and drink can help you make healthy choices at the table, tracking your activity can encourage you to move more. Don't miss your meeting this week!

Members of our centers in Valencia, Palmdale, Burbank, Studio City, La Canada, Bakersfield, and Glendale:

Congratulations on your weight loss this week! 

The week of July 27th - August 2nd = 2,642 lbs 

Year-to-date (2014 so far) = 93,714 lbs

This week in meetings: "What's Your Next Move?"
Topic: August 3-9, 2014

If you wanted a catchphrase for losing weight sanely and safely, you can't beat "one small change at a time." Each manageable step is a learning experience. And every well-earned "win" ought to be celebrated. That goes double for activity, especially if working out isn't (yet!) on your list of favorite things to do. Come discover some ways to get moving, even in the dog days of summer!

#ServeItUpSaturday
Still time for summer grilling! This side dish is a perfect accompaniment to fajitas. When fresh corn isn't in season, toss the butter mixture with cooked frozen corn and cilantro.

Grilled Corn with Smoked Paprika-Lime Butter
Serves = 6
PointsPlus value per serving = 3

Ingredients:
2 spray(s) cooking spray 
6 medium corn on the cob, husked, silks removed 
8 tsp light butter, or 2 2/3 Tbsp 
4 tsp fresh lime juice, or to taste 
1 tsp paprika, smoked variety 
1/8 tsp table salt, or to taste 
3 Tbsp cilantro, fresh, chopped 

Instructions:
Coat grill rack with cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots and tender, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, lime juice, paprika and salt; microwave on high until melted, about 20 seconds. Put corn in a large serving bowl and drizzle with butter mixture and cilantro; toss to coat. Sprinkle with more lime juice and salt, if desired. Yields 1 ear of corn with about 1 1/2 teaspoons butter mixture per serving.

Members of our centers in Valencia, Palmdale, Burbank, Studio City, La Canada, Bakersfield, and Glendale:

We thought you would love to see your weekly progress! Congratulations on your incredible weight loss! Be proud and inspired, we are!

The week of July 19-26th = 2,503 lbs 

Year-to-date (2014 so far) = 91,073 lbs

Topic of the Week: "Small Change, Big Payoff!"

This week in meetings, we'll discover how small-but-powerful actions can spur progress that’s far-reaching and long-lasting! #TheRippleEffect

Congrats!! 100+

Congrats to Leader Adrienne Everakes & her members! These 4 Rockstars in Northridge have each lost 100+lbs! BRAVO!

ETools Reminder!

Reminder -- the Valencia center is hosting a FREE eTools demo today, led by Weight Watchers Leader and Ambassador, Bree Mills! 

Saturday July 26, 2014

11:45am

24305 Magic Mtn. Pkwy

Valencia, CA 91355