mom2tess

9 hours ago, elliekay said:

Thank you! Doctor recommended high Protein, moderate carb, low fat but I'm finding a lot more success with high fat/protein and low carb (30g or less per day). I also feel a lot better doing low-carb

congratulations, you look fantastic. I was noticing that you don't have a lot of sagging skin. Are you exercising a lot? Also, how many grams of Protein do you think you eat in a day? Do you still do the shakes or do you find protein in other sources of food? Sorry about all the questions but I have hit a stall and any help you give me would-be great. Did you hit stalls along the way?

1 hour ago, lightnfit said:

Hi Mom2tess - I record calories on Fitness Pal. Try to stay 1000 to 1200 calories. I eat low carb. Some days a total bomb with calories, if something special going on. I wear a Fitbit - try to get those 10,000 steps in. I do Zumba usually 4 days a week. Fun exercise, if u like to dance. I have had several stalls. If I'm doing what I'm supposed to do, I do not worry about it. Weight loss very slow now. Weigh about 2 times a week. I still have a large appetite. Bummer! Favorite Snacks Greek yogurt (Fit and Light - 80 calories, plus 1 tablespoon slivered almonds ), deviled eggs made with Hellmans light mayo, dijon mustard, no sugar added sweet relish, salt and pepper - very filling, and dry roasted almonds. Hope this helps!

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Thank you so much. I'm going to try the deviled eggs for sure. I think I also need to stop weighing myself every single day. It's just that I've been stuck at the same weight for about 5 weeks. I think I need to increase my Protein intake too. Do you eat the 60 g of protein a day? do you drink a lot of Water? I don't.

On 11/25/2016 at 1:08 PM, proudgrammy said:

@@CowgirlJane

thanx for the shout out!!!

i don't think you visit BP anymore

miss you

i turned 58 years OLD 1 month post sleeve

I will be 63 years YOUNG in 6 weeks

i did lose 105 lbs 1 year PO

now, (5 years later) i fluctuate UP between 6-10 lbs

working on losing a little more, but i'm still good to go

in another month (12/15/16)

i will Celebrate my 5th year surgiversary

kathy

May I ask how you did it? I'm 8 months post o.o and stalled at 50 for about 5 weeks. What was your diet and exercise routine? Thanks

On 10/15/2014 at 4:11 AM, Kindle said:

The only thing that limits you to only losing 60% of your excess weight is you. I've lost over 100% and am maintaining easily. I eat whatever I want whenever I'm hungry....protein first, then veggies, fruit and whole grains. But I also eat ice cream, desert, bread, alcohol, cake, etc.... just everything in moderation. I do not excercise and I've never tracked or counted or measured my food. I didn't have surgery just to be on a diet the rest of my life. I do make sure I drink at least 64oz of Fluid and I do take my Vitamins (but I've always taken Vitamins, so this is no change)

Other than making much healthier food choices, my life isn't a whole lot different than preop. Unless you count Having a normal BMI, shopping in regular stores for clothes, not being in pain everyday, spending a lot less money on groceries, and being able to hike, climb stairs, etc without getting out of breath, Perhaps I am an anomaly, but I just wanted to let you know that there is more than one way to be successful and postop life does not have to be all that complicated.

How long did it take you to lose all the weight? I'm 8 months postopand only down 50. I've hit a stall. Any tips? Thanks

3 hours ago, lightnfit said:

I'm now 62. Had my sleeve surgery 9/21/16. Starting weight 240, now 172. Goal weight 160. I'm the happiest I've been in years.

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You're journey sounds similar to mine. I'm 61, had surgery 9/23/16 but I'm currently 191. You've lost about 19 pounds more than me. I've hit a stall. Any tips? What does your typical diet and exercise routine look like? I'm thinking I need to increase Protein and Water. Any tips will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

On 11/25/2016 at 1:08 PM, proudgrammy said:

@@CowgirlJane

thanx for the shout out!!!

i don't think you visit BP anymore

miss you

i turned 58 years OLD 1 month post sleeve

I will be 63 years YOUNG in 6 weeks

i did lose 105 lbs 1 year PO

now, (5 years later) i fluctuate UP between 6-10 lbs

working on losing a little more, but i'm still good to go

in another month (12/15/16)

i will Celebrate my 5th year surgiversary

kathy

May I ask how you did it? I'm 8 months post o.o and stalled at 50 for about 5 weeks. What was your diet and exercise routine? Thanks

On 8/30/2014 at 3:17 PM, keepingmysecrets said:

I am 64, will be 65 on May 5th of next year. I have not even had the surgery yet (scheduled on 9/29/14) and I have lost 164 pounds since October 3rd, 2013 using just the bariatric diet. I began on that day at 424 pounds. I have not even had regular exercise during this time, since I have two bad knees and a bad back from two MVA's, years of abuse on those knees, and several recent "accidents" at home which hurt my back. Once of the reasons I want to get under 200 pounds is to have the two knee replacements that have been overdue for years now and keep me in constant pain.

If you stick to the diet, there is no way you will not lose the weight. I am proof of that.

What is the bariatric diet that you used?

Wow! Congratulations, you look great. Would you mind giving me some pointers? I'm 8 months post op and only down 50. I'm getting discouraged. I'd appreciate any tips. Thanks

Great job! Can you share any tips? I'm 8 months post op and down 50. I really thought it would be more than this by this point. I started at 241 so very similar to you. Can you share any helpful hints with me? Thanks

Thanks for getting back-to me. I think I need to increase my Protein and Water intake. That is going to be my goal this week. I've been at a style for a couple of weeks. Perhaps this will help

1 hour ago, shan0520 said:

@mom2tess Thank you! And your 50lbs is amazing! I have been following my Protein and Water goals. I started walking 3-4 days a week slowly adding more to my route.I also do aerobic exercises every other day. I know aerobics is so 80s, but it seems to be helping me out.

What are your Protein and Water goals? Do you keep track of carbs?

Wow! What an accomplishment! Keep up the good work. Any advice you can share? I'm 7 months postop and only down 50.

Wondering the same

Thanks so much for getting back to me. I really appreciate your input. You are so right, this is not an easy way out. It takes work, commitment and determination. I am 7 months out and I've been stalled for a few weeks now. I went to the nutritionist last week and she said I'm not eating enough Protein and also my calorie intake is too low. I bought some Premier Protein boxes and I'm hoping that helps. There are 30 grams of protein in each drink box. I also upped my exercise. Do you eat 6 small meals a day? I don't but I will try doing that and see if it helps. Good luck with your journey. Wishing you continued success.

That's wonderful, congratulations! MY I ask how you've changed things up? I've hit a stall too.

Thank you so much for sharing your tips with me. I feel as though my weight loss has been pretty slow. I am continuing to lose, but very slowly. I hope your daughter is ok. That must be very very stressful. Wishing you and her all the best. Thanks again

You look great! Would you please share your regime, such as diet and exercise? You'very lost so much so quickly. I'm at a stall. Hoping you can give me some pointers.

I had my surgery in September of 2016. I have lost 44 pounds to date. I know many people have lost much more than this. I think the main problem is that I have not been very good about exercising. Is there anyone out there that began their exercise routine five or six months after surgery? I'm wondering if it is too late? I suppose it is never too late to begin exercising. Also, How much Protein do most of you eat in a day? I'm wondering if I'm not getting enough protein. Would increasing the protein help me lose more?