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I am just over 10 months post op and have lost over 100 lbs. I still have 75 lbs to go. I do what I consider serious weight training, as I am preparing for my first powerlifting meet this winter. I train four days a week and do cardio for three. The key for me is getting the proper amount of Protein (based on your weight) throughout the day. Immediately post op, when just beginning at the gym, its almost impossible to get enough protein with the calorie limitations put on by the Dr. You will lose some muscle mass. But as your calories increase and your protein intake goes up, muscle will be built.

I am just over 10 months post op and have lost over 100 lbs. I still have 75 lbs to go. I do what I consider serious weight training, as I am preparing for my first powerlifting meet this winter. I train four days a week and do cardio for three. The key for me is getting the proper amount of Protein (based on your weight) throughout the day. Immediately post op, when just beginning at the gym, its almost impossible to get enough protein with the calorie limitations put on by the Dr. You will lose some muscle mass. But as your calories increase and your protein intake goes up, muscle will be built.

Excellent!!! Good for you!

Started at a 62 inch waist. Now three months post-op I am down to a loose 54 after losing 94 lbs.

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Started at a 62 inch waist. Now three months post-op I am down to a loose 54 after losing 94 lbs.

"ItsMe" - I would certainly prefer to be person #3 as the lesser of all evils in your comparison.
"AroundHKY" - I am definitely losing weight much slower than my doctor or myself would like. I will have my measurements and body mass composition done again in two more weeks. I will then have an better idea of how I shape up.
Alas, if you ask anyone who knows me, they will tell you patience is not one of my strong suits. I want to lose fat while still building muscle and it's evident that these are two distinctly different aspects of this journey called weight loss surgery.

"ItsMe" - I would certainly prefer to be person #3 as the lesser of all evils in your comparison.
"AroundHKY" - I am definitely losing weight much slower than my doctor or myself would like. I will have my measurements and body mass composition done again in two more weeks. I will then have an better idea of how I shape up.
Alas, if you ask anyone who knows me, they will tell you patience is not one of my strong suits. I want to lose fat while still building muscle and it's evident that these are two distinctly different aspects of this journey called weight loss surgery.

Started at a 62 inch waist. Now three months post-op I am down to a loose 54 after losing 94 lbs.

Thanks for the idea.
I get in a minimum of 100 oz of liquids, at least 60 oz of which is Water.< /p>

Divadoll- This was the diet I was kept on due to complications from a previous surgery. I have only recently been given the OK to do one Protein Shake a day. The doctor's first goal was 100 pounds in 100 days. I have since started eating fish, usually salmon and dark meat chicken. Regardless, 50 pounds is 50 pounds and I will gladly take it.

Divadoll- This was the diet I was kept on due to complications from a previous surgery. I have only recently been given the OK to do one Protein Shake a day. The doctor's first goal was 100 pounds in 100 days. I have since started eating fish, usually salmon and dark meat chicken. Regardless, 50 pounds is 50 pounds and I will gladly take it.

Protein fortified hot chocolate for breakfast-15g Protein, 90 calories, 8 oz
2oz deli meat(turkey, chix, or ham) for lunch
Isopure flavored water-20oz, 40g protein, 160 cals.
Isopure shake-2 scoops
powder, 12oz Water, 50g protein, 220 calories
1 poached egg with 1oz cottage cheese for dinner
Water or crystal light to top off my liquids.
This keeps me between 600-700 calories per day with 110-120 grams of protein per my doctor.

I had to buy a smaller belt. Yay!!!

I had to buy a smaller belt. Yay!!!

I'm getting 100-125 grams of Protein per day. I drink one Isopure flavored water and one twelve oz shake. Combined, this is 90 grams of protein by themselves. I still eat cottage cheese and eggs but have started on fish and lean deli meats. Last night's 3 oz of salmon was good for 24 grams of protein. It's not always easy or flavorful but, protein sources are out there. Be positive and try as many as you can within your prescribed diet.

I'll be exactly four weeks post-op tomorrow. I have lost 42 lbs since the surgery but am experiencing my first stall. My weight has fluctuated between 390-392 for the last five days. But, I am introducing cottage cheese, poached eggs and tofu into my diet and figure my body is still learning to digest these items. I'm sure the weight loss will resume soon enough.

$17,500 as well. Even this early in the game it's been my best investment to date.

Exactly three weeks post-op today. I've lost 39 lbs since surgery on 6/20. Fifty-nine lbs total.

Exactly three weeks post-op today. I've lost 39 lbs since surgery on 6/20. Fifty-nine lbs total.

Day eight for me. Still spend a lot of time in the recliner. Per doctor's orders, a minimum of 64 oz liquid and 100 grams Protein. Walk the block several times a day. Even drove the car for a spell today. Dying for pureed foods but that is another three weeks away.

Good for you!! I'm checking in tomorrow bright and early @ 5am for my surgery. Best of luck and here's to a speedy recovery.