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@@sbrainwater Thanks!! Energy is increasing. I have 3 boys playing football, I work full-time plus overtime and several other things going on. I'm tired because of the busyness. I have a lot more energy than I did last year this time. We did a lot walking yesterday and I didn't give out of breathe. I was able to keep with with all of the teenagers. I had tons of energy. Advice: Protein Eat slow - I struggle with this because I'm always pushed for time. Thankfully my pouch slows me down. Water - this is another struggle. 30 minutes before and after and no drinking while eating is harder than it sounds. I recently joined the gym and purchased a Fitbit to track my steps. I have more confidence and look forward to working out when time allows. Say NO. Make up your mind ahead of time. 3 months is more challenging than I thought it would be. My sleeve is not picky and I have not figured out when I'm full ???????? so I can eat whatever I want. I'm eating more salads now. I limit my dressing. I dip instead of pouring the dressing on the salad and I try to dip every few bites. Take progress pictures. I hate taking pictures. Until yesterday I didn't realize how much I had changed. It lifted my confidence and makes me want to continue to stick to the plan. Log your food. I try to log everything including my supplements. I weigh daily. I know for some people this is discouraging but for me it keeps me focused. Good luck! ????????

HW: 255 SW: 241 CW: 198 43 pounds since July 30. Surgeon was very pleased with my progress. Down 57 pounds from highest and 43 since surgery not 51.

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You're doing great! I'm not losing that fast ???????????? 27 since 7/30/15.

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Sounds like he may be a little insecure. Is he overweight? Hopefully he'll read it and realize you're making changes so that you will be healthy. Good luck and I hope he changes his heart.

Yesterday was the first time I've had Starbucks in almost 3 months and honestly I didn't like it like I use to. The coffee made my stomach and throat hurt. I was only able to drink maybe half of a tall. I'll save those five bucks and calories for something else.

Would love to hear some responses on this subject. I definitely need help meal planning with my busy schedule.

I'm 7 weeks and I've lost 25 since surgery. I did lose 15 prior surgery. So a total of 40. You're losing almost 4 pounds per week. I think that's great. ???? I have noticed that I lose more when I get 80-100 grams of Protein and my Water. I almost always meet my protein goal of 60-80 however it's difficult to exceed that. Sure I get discouraged but I know that I'm doing exactly what I'm suppose to do and I've never lost 25 pounds in 7 weeks before. Thankful for every pound lost. Good luck! You will lose it.

I think I missed your goal. What is it? Thanks!Sorry I didn't give it to you ???? 191 for this challenge. ????

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You reached the famous three week stall. I had a few short stalls that lasted 3-5 days. Pay attention to the way your clothes are fitting and not the scale. This to, shall pass. ????

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Congrats!!!

A lady I work with regained all of her weight and maybe some extra. Now that I know more about WLS, I know that she was dumping. I would hear her throwing up in the restroom. When I asked her if she was ok, she told me it was from the surgery. I didn't realize at the time she was eating too much and eating sweets. I know more people who have been successful than failed with bypass. They followed the program and look amazing. I'm 5 weeks tomorrow VSG and it's a daily battle, but I know that it will be worth it in the end. Trying hard to stick to the plan. I'm always researching and trying to figure out what works for me. ????

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WOW!! I really tell in your face. I hope you feeling better. ????

I'll be four weeks on Thursday and I'm struggling with the same issues. On a good note, I'm down 32 pounds - 16 pounds pre-op. Good luck.

I'm a Christian and would to join. Sending prayers up for all!!

I was one of the lucky ones that gained 10 pounds from swelling and fluids. Thankfully I have started losing but experiencing the 3 weeks stall now. I can see my body shrinking and co-workers ask me daily if I'm losing weight. So I know I'm losing inches. Chin up...the scales will start going down soon. ????????

I'm 3 weeks out and get between 550 and 650.