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That is certainly some of it, but my stomach and upper torso have gotten larger. (My calves, legs and arms are smaller, however.) It's like I'm storing fat so that I can survive a famine. Ughhhh. I just have to get beyond this. Either exercise less and eat the same, or continue to exercise a lot - and try to take in more calories. I hate to say it, but I regret working out so much / so quickly.
Thanks for letting me vent.
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I am close to 3 years out. I lost rapidly at first - close to 90 lbs. I have been faithfully exercising every day. I get anywhere between 15k-25k "steps" per day. Typically, I get roughly 90 "active minutes" per day - frequently more. I am quite certain that my body is in "starvation mode" - as I have actually gained about 15 pounds.
I still don't feel hunger, so I tend not to eat an awful lot. I get full very quickly and I find it quite hard to get enough calories in most days. I realize that probably 50% of my problem is in my head. I am fearful of overeating - and I find it really hard to eat when I have no appetite. I do realize that I need to make some changes - as this is clearly not working to my benefit. I will try to increase my caloric intake to see if this makes a difference.
Has anyone else made the same mistake? Did you have any luck when you increased your calories? How far out were you? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks! Kim
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You have done an AMAZING job! What a transformation! Keep it up!
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You look AMAZING! Great job!
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You look wonderful! Keep up the good work!
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You should be proud of yourself! Keep up the great work!
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You are doing GREAT! You look beautiful! Keep up the good work!!
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I had mine done on a Thursday. I could easily have gone back on Tuesday. Physically, I was ready. I was in no hurry to return, though - and opted to take some "me time", instead. I think that I feared I may fall into old habits too quickly. I took 2 weeks off. I used this time to focus on making life changes. I walked and walked and walked every chance I could. I spent tons of time on Pinterest - looking for healthy, high Protein foods. I also spent lots of time on this wonderful website. I just feel that it really allowed me to get into a positive mindset for this adventure. Down 62 since surgery 1-5-12! 87 since mid October when my journey began!
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I have two names for mine. When it is in a good mood - it's Steve, the Sleeve. When it's grumbly, I refer to it as Grouch, the Pouch. (probably not the most original names.)
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I have Kashi Go Lean nearly every day, too. It's soooo crunchy - and high in Protein, as well. For a treat, I put 1/8 cup of the Kashi Crunch in my Chobani. (It's higher in calories -and lower in protein than the orig Kashi... but OH SO GOOD!).
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What a beautiful lady! You look so happy! Keep it up!
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I was sleeved on Jan. 5th. I still experience an extreme "full feeling" - especially after I eat Proteins like chicken, eggs or jerkey. Embrace it! I have become methodical with my eating habits. I find myself eating the same foods almost daily. Kashi Go Lean, egg whites w/ ff cheddar cheese and dill, chobani w/ Kashi, Jerky, Dal, and chicken tenderloins. I still don't feel "hunger" - per se. I feel empty - and that is typically my signal to drink more Water. I have found it quite easy to get in the recommended proteins and water daily. Until recently, I was having a difficult time getting in enough calories - because I was always so full. I am doing better now, and take in about 600-700 daily. I found that the easiest way to increase calories was to add nuts or an additional Protein Shake in the PM. (The problem with nuts is that I can eat them like there's no tomorrow! I definitely have to monitor my intake with them!). I'm on my 2nd stall. The first one lasted a little over 2 weeks - and now this one has lasted about 2. Frustrating, yes.... This too, shall pass, though. I am down 38 since being sleeved, 74 since I began this journey in October. I feel better than I have in years! I am soooo glad that I decided to do this. It is definitely a wonderful tool. This is probably more info than you were looking for. I kinda get to rambling. Sorry! Best of luck to you!
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Wayyyyy to go! Pictures, please! I'll bet you feel like a million bucks now!
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You look wonderful! Keep up the good work!
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You're doing great! You look fantastic! Keep it up!
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I have a Nordic Track. I have been doing the 40 min. 400 calorie program. It's under the calorie option, I believe. After doing it for a few weeks I have found that I needed to increase the speed / incline to be more challenging, but I still enjoy it, nonetheless. It has been really helpful in building endurance. I could barely jog for 1/4 mile without feeling like I was going to keel over before. : ( I am not signed up for any marathons, YET, but I hope to be in the near future.... I also did notice that my weight dropped more consistently when I started doing this program. I try to alternate exercise routines, too. One day I will run, and the next day I do the interval training. Best of luck to you! I hope that you enjoy this setting as much as I have!
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That is sooooo exciting! I am happy for you. You are so fortunate to have such a thoughtful, supportive husband, too. : ). That was sweet!
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Great job! You are doing so well - and should be so proud of yourself! Keep it up. You can do it!
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Too much exercise + not enough calories = weight gain :(
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I definitely will try. I need to be diligent about logging, as well. I actually just started again this AM. Thanks for the advice.