Nanuet's Newly-Remodeled Weight Watchers Reopens

People come to Weight Watchers to get a positive change in how they look and eat. Now Weight Watchers went through a recent change for the better too. After two and a half months and redirecting members to a temporary location in Stony Point, the newly-remodeled Weight Watchers opened with a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning. Two loyal members waited outside for the business to open its doors at 8 a.m.

“It’s a very modern looking, definitely updated in many ways,” said Mindy Martakis, a lifetime Weight Watchers member. “There used to be a wall here (in the middle of the room separating the weigh-in desk and the meeting room). It’s much more open now.”

Almost the entire interior has been redone, from the walls, floors, furniture, paint and more. The new weigh-in system is a lot more discreet as well.

“We have three pods for weighing in that offer a more private experience,” said Leslie DelCastillo, territory manager. “We have a merchandising wall now.”

“Before, when you walked in, there were three scales (in the open). This is much more private,” said Martakis. “Weight Watchers is great. I love the fact that somebody is looking over you so you’re not the only one that’s held accountable.”

“Our customers are so happy that we’re back because we relocated our meetings to Stony Point when we were doing renovations here,” said DelCastillo. “We’ve been at this location for at least 10 years. We’re glad to have our customers home and be back in Nanuet where we belong.”

One of the other new changes is that it’ll be open during regular retail hours and not just during meeting times.

“We moved into a more retail environment with our hours,” said DelCastillo. “I, myself, when I joined as a member, it was closed. It’s such a great advantage for people who can’t come in at set meeting times.”

“It looks great with what they’ve been able to do in a couple of months. It’s a very stark difference from what it was before,” said Councilwoman Stephanie Hausner, who rejoined last year. “I’m so excited. (With the new hours), people will be able to come when it’s convenient for them.”

Hours of operation and meeting times are listed below. Meetings are guided by Weight Watchers Leaders.

“We lead and facilitate open discussions on a weekly topic,” said Leader Andrew Paer.

“We give them knowledge, motivation, support and we laugh a lot,” added Leader Linda Hirschberg. “We also share success stories.”

Store Hours:

• Sunday: 8 a.m – 3 p.m.
• Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday: 7 a.m – 4 p.m.

Meeting Times:

• Sunday: 8:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.
• Monday: 9:30 a.m.; 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday: 10 a.m; 12 and 6 p.m.
• Wednesday: 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.; 5 and 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 10:3 a.m.; 12, 4, 5:30 and 7 p.m.
• Friday: 8:30 and 10 a.m.; 12:15 and 4 p.m.
• Saturday: 7:30, 9 and 10:30 a.m.; 12 p.m.

This new store design in Nanuet is one of over 600 being opened across the country this year.

About PointsPlus

Weight Watchers, ranked the #1 commercial weight management service provider by US News and World Report, recently introduced PointsPlus 2012, an enhanced version of the revolutionary program that broke ground last year.

In 2010, the launch of the PointsPlus program changed how millions of Americans eat and make healthy food choices. And, to make the plan even better in 2012, Weight Watchers incorporated suggestions from the people who know the program best -its vast community of millions of members and more than 19,000 staff members nationwide The new store features some of the area's most inspiring success stories-the local staff- who are now helping their community members develop healthier habits.

The PointsPlus 2012 program has enhancements designed to help members and subscribers who are new to Weight Watchers begin the program with the strongest start possible, as well as new tools to help all members stay on track. Importantly, the program adds new technology tools such as iPhone, iPad and Android apps. This includes one app that allows users to scan a bar code and instantly get the PointsPlus value and have the option to load it into their trackers with the touch of a button. It brings an entirely new dimension to navigating the grocery store.

About Weight Watchers International, Inc.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. is the world's leading provider of weight management services, operating globally through a network of Company-owned and franchise operations. Weight Watchers holds over 45,000 meetings each week where members receive group support and learn about healthy eating patterns, behavior modification and physical activity.

WeightWatchers.com provides innovative, subscription weight management products over the Internet and is the leading Internet-based weight management provider in the world. In addition, Weight Watchers offers a wide range of products, publications and programs for those interested in weight loss and weight control.

To learn more about Weight Watchers services, products and publications, visitwww.weightwatchers.com To find the nearest Weight Watchers meeting location, call 1-800-651-6000 or click on the "Find a Meeting" link at the top of our homepage.