krystalherrington

Wow, they are right! Congratulations!

Just went shopping and guess what....size 10 even an 8. Wow!

Just went shopping and guess what....size 10 even an 8. Wow!

Just went shopping and guess what....size 10 even an 8. Wow!

Just went shopping and guess what....size 10 even an 8. Wow!

I do drink with the sleeve but my weight loss came to a halt when I started drinking. Of course I can't drink like I use to but still try!

I love my wine too. That's what I'm afraid of giving up, even more than most of the food. I think I can live with eventually having just two glasses on a night out.

Size 18 pants now 10/12. XXL top now large some mediums (I have rather large bobbies). Goal is a 6 pants and small/medium tops. Start weight 190 now 158ish down 32 lbs and 33 to go!!

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

I have to admit, I am a little disappointed that I weighed in yesterday, and had only lost a pound last week. Rationally, I know 1-2 pounds per week is an average loss, and my monthly guest may play a part in Water retention...I guess we all just have our moments. I told my mom, "This is what normal people's bodies do during Weight Watchers!" That didn't work for me last time around. It amazes me that I have to eat 500 calories and have 80% of my stomach removed before I see the scale SLOWLY moving in the right direction! sigh...
Thank you for your uplifting news! (And for allowing me to vent.)
Amy

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

Wow! That's all I can say!

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

I had a 6 week stall, only lost 1 lb. Since January 15, I've lost 8 lbs!! So excited! 13 lbs away from my second goal which is a BMi of 25 and no longer overweight. 10 lbs after that and I'm officially on maintenance. Yippee!! Let's just keep the Girl Scouts (cookies) away from the house!!

You look like the first pic's daughter.

Thanks for this comment. I started at 188. Set a goal of 55 lbs and I'm down 26.5 which is almost 50% of my goal in 10 weeks, so I guess I'm doing pretty fabulous!!!

I'm cheering. I lost 1 lb in 10 days. I'll take 1 lb every 10 days. That would be 20 lbs by summer. Yeah I can see my goal!

Thanks for this comment. I started at 188. Set a goal of 55 lbs and I'm down 26.5 which is almost 50% of my goal in 10 weeks, so I guess I'm doing pretty fabulous!!!

Here. I'll just cut and paste.....
Weight Loss Stall or Plateau
A weight loss stall or plateau is an extended period of time during reducing efforts where is there is no weight loss according to the scale and no loss of inches according to the tape measure. This is why it is so important to take your body measurements before surgery, so you'll have a reference as your weight loss progresses post-op. We suggest you take measurements of your chest, waist and hip, neck, upper arm, thigh and calf.
Be aware it is very common for your weight loss to "stall" shortly after surgery. Diana explains the reason for this below.
The Inevitable Stall
By Diana C.
A "stall" a few weeks out is inevitable, and here's why.
Our bodies use glycogen for short term energy storage. Glycogen is not very soluble, but it is stored in our muscles for quick energy -- one pound of glycogen requires 4 lbs of Water to keep it soluble, and the average glycogen storage capacity is about 2 lbs. So, when you are not getting in enough food, your body turns first to stored glycogen, which is easy to break down for energy. And when you use up 2 lbs of glycogen, you also lose 8 lbs of Water that was used to store it -- voila -- the "easy" 10 lbs that most people lose in the first week of a diet.
As you stay in caloric deficit, however, your body starts to realize that this is not a short term problem. You start mobilizing fat from your adipose tissue and burning fat for energy. But your body also realizes that fat can't be used for short bursts of energy -- like, to outrun a saber tooth tiger. So, it starts converting some of the fat into glycogen, and rebuilding the glycogen stores. And as it puts back the 2 lbs of glycogen into the muscle, 8 lbs of water has to be stored with it to keep it soluble. So, even though you might still be LOSING energy content to your body, your weight will not go down or you might even GAIN for a while as you retain water to dissolve the glycogen that is being reformed and stored.
Breathe, and fuggedaboudit for a few days.
What You Can Do About a Stall or Plateau
If you are experiencing a post-op weight loss stall or plateau further out there are a few possible causes. First, check that are you really in a stall. If the scale has stopped moving you may be losing inches, so check your measurements.
Too Many Carbs?
Carbohydrates can start sneaking into your foods without you being aware of how quickly they are adding up. For more information on carbs, see our section on Carbohydrates. If you are struggling with your weight loss you may want to examine your daily carb count. You can try to keep your carbs under 50g a day and see if that makes a difference in your weight loss. Do not eat carbs before bedtime as it triggers insulin and initiates fat storage. There are some great web site resources you can use to keep track of what you are eating.
Fit Day
Spark People - If you join Spark People also join the DS group.
The Daily Plate
Calorie King
For more tips on keeping a food journal see the Personal Nutrition Guide.
Eating Enough?
If you are under-eating or go more than 4-5 hours without eating, your body will shift into fasting mode, slow your metabolism and conserve your stored energy (fat). This can contribute to a weight loss stall or plateau. Make sure you are eating small meals or small Snacks throughout the day and also ensure you meet your daily Protein requirements. Try eating some Protein with every meal or snack. For more information on protein requirements see our section on Protein.
Drinking Enough?
An adequate level of water in your body aids in the effective breakdown of fat. The daily minimum recommendation is 64 Fluid oz of water a day. If you are in ketosis you will need to drink even more water to ensure the ketones are flushed out of your system. You may also need more than the minimum amount of water if you are exercising or live in a warmer or dry environment.
Exercising?
Exercise can increase your metabolism and burn fat. Strength training will build muscles and will boost fat burning. In a stall you can try increasing your volume of exercise or changing up your routine to overcome a weight loss stall or plateau. If you have been doing mainly aerobic activity, try doing a bit of strength training, and if you have been doing mainly strength training, try an aerobic work-out.
The High Fat - High Calorie Stall Buster
Many DSers swear by the fat/calorie shock as an effective weight loss stall or plateau buster. Having a day of higher fat and calorie eating followed by a returning to consistent low carb eating can sometimes "shock" your body back into weight loss mode.

Try beef Jerky for more Protein. Also, (don't be shocked), try not working out for a week and eating a bit more and then go back to the plan. Sometimes you can trick your body out of a plateau! I was stuck at 166 for an entire month. Stopped working out. Started eating and boom in 1.5 weeks I'm down to 163.5.
Also, try using an app like fitness pal or my net diary and see what you are really eating!!
Good luck and be proud of you amazing success thus far!!!!!!

I started at 174 and a bmi of 28 (I was a band revision). I've only lost 22 lbs in 5 mths. Not 1 lb in 3 mths. My doing. Decided to maintain till after the holidays then tackle the last 22. If I just cut out my nightime snacking I think that will have a huge impact. The less u weigh, the slower you'll lose. Just look at Biggest Loser. And ur gender makes a difference too. Men tend to lose faster (totally unfair)
Good luck...

Sure as heck better than gaining a pound every 10 days!!! Way to go!!!

Today was weigh in day for me. Im now 5 weeks out from surgery. I have great news! This week I lost 4 lbs! Go me!
Usually my weekly weigh result is half a pound or 1 lb. I think I managed 2 lbs in the first week. To lose 4 lbs in one week is incredibly motivating for me. Looking forward to next weeks weigh day! (haha..I'll probably stall)