New_Hope

June 2013 makes one year out. Down 140 lbs. ive been in a stall for over a month now. Even though zive lost so much I feel I will never get to my goal. I originally set my gosl at 175. Eould love to be less but realistic. Im 5'8 and wear a 12/14. I did wear s 24/26. I think after skin removal I might be a size 10. That was my goal size when I started. Some days Im just as self concious at this size because of saggy skin as I was at 340 lbs. Anyone else feel this way?

Yes, I know how you feel. I have lost only 80 lbs, and often feel like I have really failed at this because I wanted to be 40 lbs lighter by now. I also have saggy skin. I'm in my 50's so the skin is not bouncing back at all. When do you think you will have skin removal, and what type of surgery are you looking into?

1 year update

I have not logged in for a very long time. I had my 1 year check up about a week ago. My weight loss has been very slow. I have probably eaten more carbs than I should on occasion. My high weight was 280, my surgery weight was 255, my current weight is 182. I would still like to lose an additional 42 lbs. I eat around 900 - 1200 calories per day, keep my Protein up around 80 grams, ride my bicycle 3 - 4 times per week around 10 miles each ride, walk around 40 minutes about 4 - 5 times per week. I also try to get in around 2 strength training sessions each week. I started wearing size 24 and now wear a size 12 - 16 (depending on the brand). Definately has some saggy skin.

Has anyone had any kind of lift surgery?

Have a great day -

Kathy

I have been basically stalled about 3 months. I still need to lose about 45-65 lbs. I have only lost about 5 lbs in 3 months. Can anyone help? Can you share a typical week diet and exercise?

I'm here!! My surgery was June 25th. I am down 87 lbs. Been losing slowly now. I am 5'3 and started at 278. I still want to get to 150 if my body will let me. I have to amp up the exercise.

That is good! I started at 263 and am down to 192.. Not where I had hoped to be but a big improvement. I would like to lose another 50 lbs. U an 5'5"

(I'm technically 49 and a half but the 40's group is full of kids so I'm here LOL)

So New Hope...DANG I GET YOU!! I've been in my first stall since surgery and it's 1 and 1/2 pound away from the "Fat" category, verses the "obese" category. I have been waiting to be just "fat" (ok overweight) for what seems like a decade LMAO It's cruel and unusual punishment for someone eating 600 cals a day!

Yes, that is exactly where I am. My body is telling me I am not overweight, I am obese I get use to it, but I refuse!!! I know I will break that 200 mark and be in the overweight category yet. You will all hear a great big WooHoo when that happens. You might wonder what the noise and commotion is, so I'm warning you ahead of time!

Hope all the new slevers are doing well. I'm at about 2-3 weeks into a stall, and I have to say it is driving me crazy. It is like my body is saying - "No way are we going below 200!" I'm sure God is working on my patience level, but not sure I am passing with flying colors, lol. Hope all of you have a great week-end!

Good luck TParker and Saddie! It will be a new world.

Hi all. Have not posted for awhile. Been away from the computer, but thought I should check in and see how everyone is doing. I'm down 60 lbs, which is really close to the 1/2 way mark. Bought some size 16 jeans, which I knew would be too small, when I went by a Good will the other day so I would have jeans for later. Decided to try them on after I got home to see how much too small they were, and they fit perfect now! I'm in shock. This week-end shopping for something to wear to a wedding in the Middle of December. Thought if I tried on a dress I like, then buy it one size too small, that should fit by December. Any thoughts on this plan?

Thanks, Kathy

I was off work for two weeks. I was told not to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk for one or two weeks (can't remember which). The first week, I was very tired and wanted to sleep all the time. After the first week, I started feeling much better, more alert, and able to get things done.

Several of us are slow losers, but as long as you are a loser, that is what counts. I also had a very slow metabalism, and I'm in my mid 50's so it is even slower. I only ate 1000 - 1500 calories per day prior to sleeve surgery and not much exercise. I'm trying to beef up my exercise, minimize my carbs, and pack on the Protein, and the lbs are coming off. Slowly, but coming off. Maybe that will make maintenance better?

Thought I'd revive this thread.

So far, I'm down 67lbs since surgery on 06/12. However I'm in a stall. Been fluctuating between 210 and 209 for two weeks.

So very frustrating

I feel your pain. I got down to 210 two weeks ago, then shot up to 215. Was back down to 211 today. I have lost about 55 lbs so far. Hoping it starts going back down real soon. I thought I would be in onederland by now, lol.

Hello Fab 50's ! Well its been 9 days since I was sleeved and everything is going great ! My surgery went very well, didn't have enormous gas pains & went off pain meds after the first day. I was down 14 lbs from the prediet but when I got home I was up 7lbs. That must have been a side effect of the surgery cause that was gone in a couple days & I am now down 24lbs overall. I am so happy that I made the decision to do this. Life is beautiful

Same with me. What a shock to come home from the hospital and be up 10 lbs.! Left very quickly though. I know you will do great!

All of us lose at different rates. Two people at work have had the surgery, and it seems to be a competition to them. They make an issue that I haven't lost as fast as them. I'm doing what I'm suppose to do, so can only go with the loss I have. I have been fortunate in the Hair loss department. I'm at 4 months and have just sen a slight increase in hair loss from normal. (Yeah!!) Going through my closet today, and by time I get finished getting rid of the things that are too large to think about wearing now, my closet will be basically empty! Going to try to wait a few more weeks before buying new clothes.

Gained 5 lbs last week, but this week most of it is gone. I think most is Water weight, because I quite taking my 1/2 diuretic about a week ago. In the long run I think this will be a good move. Now the only medication I am taking is my acid reflux pill. Hope to be off of it soon.

Went on a 6 mile bike ride today, and didn't get winded. I would say overall, all is very good. LOL

WTG Tom, you are doing great! Pam, looks like you are right on track! I am a little over 3 Months now. Lost around 50 lbs. Have about 70 - 80 lbs I would still like to lose. 60 lbs will put me at a healthy BMI weight (at the high end).

Doing Zumba 3 days per week. Riding my bike one day per week. Strength training 2-3 times per week.

Protein is a little low, at around 60 - 75. NUT wants it up to 90. Not sure on calories. Probably between 600 - 850.

Hi all. Happy Monday! I am now down over 50 lbs WooHoo! All of my clothes are pretty much hanging on me. (Even the too small ones from the back of my closet). Going to have to break down and buy new clothes soon.

Hi all! Wow some new faces since I have been on. I had my 3 month followup visit with the doctor and exercise physiologist yesterday. I'm donw 41 lbs. I have lost more lean than I should have, so I have to add a second Protein Shake in each day & add in some resistance/strenght training. Other than that everything was good.

I lost 1 inche off my neck, 1.5 off my bicep, .75 off my wrist, 1.5 off my chest, 2 off my right thigh, 10 off my hips, 5 off my waist, 1.5 off my right calf.

They were happy with my cardio exercise.

Hope everyone has a great day!

Sorry haven't been on lately. We boutha beach house, so have been there with no internet. Finally have it hooked up! I have my 3 month followup next wednesday. Hope the Dr is happy with my weight loss. I know it is not as high as many. I started Zumba classes a few weeks ago, but have been on vacation this week, so no Zumba. The food is staying down better at supper, but only eating 2-3 bites of Protein. Then add a little fruit. I am at about the same calories as you Kat. It seems to run between 450 - 600 per day when I count my calories.

I had my surgery in Decatur, TX and was released the day after surgery. I only had a 3 hr. drive, but it was no problem. I slept most of the way home.

Right now I am getting in around 500-600 calories and my NUT says that is OK as long as I am getting my Protein in. I drink a 30 g. premium protein drink for breakfast. I usually have about 1.5 oz. of lean meat for lunch with a little fruit or a soft veggie. Supper is the meal I usually have problems with, so sometimes I have another shake, or a little protein and fruit, and hope I can keep it down. I don't usually snack much between meals. If I have anything I have 3 or 4 nuts.

Congratulations on your hard earned success story, and thanks for sharing.

Yes they are basically a mashed bean usually with cheese melted on them.

Kay, you are on solid foods now aren't you?

My Nut just thought they might stay down easier than meats in the evening & they are filling.

sorry, no giving up allowed, lol.

I talked to my NUT last night and he suggested trying some soft Proteins . . . A Protein shake made with milk, yogurt, cottage cheese, refried Beans.

You might try some of those and see if they help.

New hope that is exactly the same for me. I think I will go to my Protein drink at dinner instead of food perhaps with a little fruit. Yes it has been a horrible eight weeks but hope it will get better. How long has it been for you? Do you work too?

Yes Kat, I work full time. I had my surgery June 5. I think about the same time you had yours. I have also considered drinking a second Protein Drink for dinner. I'm just afraid I'm going to get so sick of them that I won't be able to get them down either.

This last week weigh in was about 1/2 lb. Not much I can do about it though. I did measure this last week end and saw some positive results in the measurements.

Good morning Kat,

I also do not have a NUT. I go back for my checkup in about 1 month. I am down a total of 38 lbs, and am just creeping along. I am getting in about 500-600 calories per day. My food seems to stay down in the morning and at lunch, but dinner is a problem for me also. I probably loose it about 1/2 the time or more. Not sure why it always feels so much heavier in the evening and doesn't sit well. I might switch out to a Protein Drink for my evening meal.