Meryline

After 2 months of strict adherence to the plan along with a rigorous workout schedule 6 days a week. (Self -imposed) I learned from my trainer/NUT that I am working-out too hard and not eating enough! Who knew??
This news has brought mixed emotions... Not upset as my body composition has improved, and I have gotten much stronger and fit, but I have taken myself out of the weight loss cycle in the process. It is also unsettling that in my zest for success, I have frustrated the process instead of improved it.
At the DR office, I also had my BMR measured, (2400 Calories resting). Then add 1,000 more a day for my daily exercise regiment (tracked by heart monitor) and another 500-1000 for normal daily activity over the other waking hours of my day, and I am about a typical BMR of 3500- 4500 calories a day!
I averaged about 1500 - 1800 calories a day of food 120 Protein, >75 carbs, etc... My NUT said the ideal caloric intake is to be within 500 calories of your BMR to loose the most weight. So rather than eat 4000 calories a day, I need to burn less calories and eat nearly the same.
I trust their advice is good as it is coming from the Dr office, and I am excited to find out. My only recommendation is if you are doing everything perfectly for over a month and still stalling, you might want to check in with the DR or NUT to make sure you are still in the appropriate balance with the plan according to your specific body, BMR, etc...
My new exercise plan I only do 20 min cardio, and lift weights only 3 days a week (not 6). What is weird, instead of being happy I can do less, I am more fearful. But I decided to commit to the professional's advice and not my wisdom and then see what happens.
I am excited to see the scale move again for about 10-20 lbs in a row. Wish me luck!

I weigh everything that goes in my body and I keep a detailed, accurate food journal every day (and I have been doing this for over a year now). It is a key to my success; it keeps me accountable, and I cannot imagine not doing it at this point. It is an integral part of my life now.

I weigh everything that goes into my mouth unless the packaging is less than my max and has the weight on it.
I gained this weight by not controlling what I eat, I'm using this time to build tools to sustain this in the long run.

I weigh everything that goes into my mouth unless the packaging is less than my max and has the weight on it.
I gained this weight by not controlling what I eat, I'm using this time to build tools to sustain this in the long run.

I weigh everything that goes into my mouth unless the packaging is less than my max and has the weight on it.
I gained this weight by not controlling what I eat, I'm using this time to build tools to sustain this in the long run.

I weigh everything that goes into my mouth unless the packaging is less than my max and has the weight on it.
I gained this weight by not controlling what I eat, I'm using this time to build tools to sustain this in the long run.

Over two years out and I still weigh everything. Either by weight or volume depending on type of food. I also log every bite and keep it in spreadsheet form. I can keep track of my weight trends compared to my macros that way.
For me, it is the only way to be accountable.

4 days for me. My program has you on solids by day 4. It has to be chewed down to puree, but as long as it has no seeds, and skin free, I can eat it.

I weigh myself every morning, which is also what I did pre-surgery. But I'm the kind of person that doesn't go **** bonkers and eat a bucket of fried chicken out of despair if I go up half a pound overnight or don't lose three days in a row. If I ever get to that point I'll make my husband take away my scale...

Sorry y'all. I don't come in here much. Usually Facebook. PM me Facebook name and email address so we can add you to the group. It's a secret group.

Sorry, I meant to reply to one above yours. to @Jacksonsec

I know about as much as you do, which is why I asked as well

Surgery was on Monday, came home yesterday. Have ended up with a sinus infection, so not feeling too good, but working my way through it. Water intake has improved since I got home. My program has you on to solids (that you have to chew until puree) by day 4, so I'm already on yogurt, creamy Soups, even had a babybell cheese. Down 2.4kg /5lbs since surgery

It's 7pm for me. I'm already at the hospital, surgery at 8am tomorrow. Good luck everyone

Surgery was on Monday, came home yesterday. Have ended up with a sinus infection, so not feeling too good, but working my way through it. Water intake has improved since I got home. My program has you on to solids (that you have to chew until puree) by day 4, so I'm already on yogurt, creamy Soups, even had a babybell cheese. Down 2.4kg /5lbs since surgery

Good luck Meryline, you'll do great! Keep us posted

My doctor also said that the stomach stretching is a myth. He said that carbonation doesn't actually have the strength to stretch the stomach. He said the issue is the gas and discomfort and of course the lack of health benefits. He told me if I wanted to drink seltzer, I could.

That's actually hilarious 😂😂😂

Sorry, that was supposed to read "Echinacea". It helps prevent & battle colds. It's a Vitamin. Autocorrect murdered that hard core

Get plenty of rest and liquids and vitamins... Enchilada helps battle colds and prevent them as well. Hope you're recovered by surgery date! Good luck!

Mine is March 20th. At first it was April 18th, but then someone canceled and I was able to get their date. They called me on Tuesday, right after I had left the hospital after my last pre-op appointment. I went straight to the insurance company, and they approved me there and then. So excited. I'm getting admitted on the 19th.

Mind if I join you guys. I was suppose to have my surgery on April 18th, but they called me today and said they had an opening on March 20th, so only 13 days away. Went to the insurance company straight away, and got approved then and there. I'm so nervous, but mostly exciting.

@Meryline Yaaaaaay us!!! I start my 3 day preop diet on Friday the 17th. This is my last "free" weekend. How are you feeling

Mine is March 20th. At first it was April 18th, but then someone canceled and I was able to get their date. They called me on Tuesday, right after I had left the hospital after my last pre-op appointment. I went straight to the insurance company, and they approved me there and then. So excited. I'm getting admitted on the 19th.

Mind if I join you guys. I was suppose to have my surgery on April 18th, but they called me today and said they had an opening on March 20th, so only 13 days away. Went to the insurance company straight away, and got approved then and there. I'm so nervous, but mostly exciting.