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I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

Hi all, I'm almost 4 months post op from my sleeve. My SW was 210, and I am down to 175 currently and am 5 4. I keep fluctuating 172-177. I am in a huge stall. :'( My goal is 135.... And I am really getting discouraged. I work out, eat well, and get my fluids in.... And no matter what I do, the scale keeps giving me the finger. I need some ideas of what to do bc I haven't moved the scale in a month and a half!!! I've tried eating carbs, going periods of time not working out... NOTHING is working. I even tried a detox cleanse! I'm at a total loss of what to do. To put the icing on the cake, I will have lost 100# total from my highest at 169.... So I'm even more furious about not moving the scale. Please help this desperate chick! Any ideas or suggestions are welcome! Thank you all in advance and I hope you are all kickin ass and taking names in your journeys.

Have you tried increasing your calories?
What is a typical day of food and exercise?

Just relax and follow your plan. Really. Your weight loss will start again as long as you are doing what you should be. I went through several stalls in the year after surgery, including one that lasted 2 months. I really thought I was done at that point, but I went on to lose another 40 pounds. Don't worry, you have got this!

Guys, it's okay. How fast you lose just all depends on some things that are, quite frankly, out of our control. Age, gender, starting weight and BMI. I was right there with you. I think I had lost 19 pounds by 6 weeks. 50 some at 6 months.
Did I look at other's results and get completely frustrated? YOU BET! But then I finally decided not to waste precious energy on worrying about how much weight I'm losing compared to others. It's not a race to be won. It's a lifestyle change that won't end just because we get to our goal weight. What's the hurry? Enjoy the journey and your new life!
Now here I am, 10.5 months out, and am 10 pounds to my goal weight. Do I feel like a failure because of my perceived "slow weight loss?" ABSOLUTELY NOT. Because ultimately it's about getting there, not how long it took.
Patience, persistence, and resilience. Stick to your plan, find some exercise you love to do, and you'll be there before you know it

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

Kristen I just read your entire thread and wow you go girl! This has helped me so much, I just got my surgery date of March 29th and also have pcos. My HW was 270+, CW 201 and GW 130. I'm only 5 3, so I rocked the oompaloompa look for quite some time. You have most definitely subsided the last shred of fear I had for going after my sleeve, and to be completely honest if our paths ever crossed I would have placed you in the lucky skinny club! Lol I am definitely going to continue lurking your progress and am ready to join you! You should never be ashamed, loose skin or not! You are gorgeous inside AND out and have been more inspirational to us beginners than you will ever know, and for that I thank you greatly!

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

Looking for a surgery buddy! Let's be losers together

@@coco86 No i didnt know that. That is good to know. Appreciate your response and in the end of course we will move forward with the procedure. For me, its more about getting myself ready for this life changing procedure and what better way to prepare myself is before. Great convo and God Bless You!
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@@mrskhardin - lol I am a bit of a science nerd so I have been incessantly looking for research studies on this whole process . . It seems to be totally an individual's choice and I can not see it being harmful so I am glad to hear your perspective. It is always educational to hear other people's opinions fellow March buddy.
coco

Hi! My surgery date is also 3/29????
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I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

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@@Shell me too!!!

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

@@coco86 - In general, it is more that the fat surrounding the liver(and all your organs for that matter), which causes fatty liver, is what your body will use first. A diet which causes your body to break down fats into the sugars your body needs will generally shrink the liver due to that fat being used first. So, your liver shrinks because you are putting less sugar into your body. You can read up on NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis) When I had my testing done my ultrasound showed that I had "fatty liver". If it is to fat then the surgeon cannot get in and see the stomach very well in order to do the surgery. So, my putting you on a high Protein, no sugar, low carb diet it can help shrink the liver. For my own decision, I would rather do and help put my mind into play about starting this new life change, and also I don't want the surgeon to go in and then can't perform the surgery because they can't see my stomach. I have heard stories of that happening, where surgeons have gone in and the liver was so large they had to come out and do the surgery another time.

Also guys can any of you point me to research studies (not articles written by a single doctor or a journalist who is not a PhD) that actually prove a 2 weeks diet shrinks the liver. A lot of people talk about it but from what I am finding there are no large scale studies showing there is any truth to it. I would try it if I could find a scientifically valid reason to so any information you have on it would be appreciated.
coco

@@elo402 - that is good he is so supportive, lol poor guy I am sure he will be fine once you get out of anesthesia . . I am so worried about the hair loss too! I have long hair I dye blonde and there will be tears if I have to cut it off because it gets thin/broken looking or if I go bald. To keep myself from getting too upset I keep thinking would I rather be overweight with beautiful hair or healthy with less than beautiful hair, healthy wins every time. I was told it is only a temporary side effect from the rapid weight loss and will get better once you are in maintenance mode so I am focusing on that and extra Biotin, vita C and Niacin supplements to get me through. If things really start to go bad I might even try rogaine.
coco

@@elo402 - I am very excited. I just had my pre-op appointment this past Friday and I started the pre-op diet today. So, Im on that for 2 weeks to help shrink the liver. My surgery is set for March 28th! I'm nervous and excited at the same time! My husband and kids are happy and nervous for me at the same time, but I'm glad I have their support.

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Looking for a surgery buddy! Let's be losers together

I don't get my sleeve until March 29, 2016... But I've been working my tail off to get a head start. Can't wait to get to the other side and finally move past my ALWAYS stall weight of 198! HW-270# CW-201 GW 135

I would like to be buddies as well. I am having my sleeve on 3/25/16 in NJ. [emoji16]