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Thank you all, I feel much better reading these responses; I was right to share this concern. I am not sure if I am technically on track, but will make an effort to find out. I am pulling out all the stops for the first week of May with water, protein, carb and calorie counting, etc, that will make it easier to recalculate. I use Silk protein milk with protein powder for breakfast, 8 oz of that stuff adds 10 grams of protein! The covid freak out has made me a little lax, but it also made me realize how I use food as a crutch, and I don't like it and don't want to be there again.
I was slow loosing, and then it did come to a grinding halt for several weeks, and that is when the frustration mounted. I had not taken my height into account for the creation of a calorie deficit, I will look into that.
I like to watch "My 600 lb Life" to keep things in perspective- those folks are facing the same issues as I am and they would probably be overjoyed to "only" need to drop 50-60 pounds. So right to try to focus on the victory so far. I can't speak for anyone else, but I was always subjected to negative conduct, so learning to keep my head up is something new. My job is a foolish place- and I work for a health care company! Thank you, thank you! ?

Sandyy, you might want to look at the big picture. I am now down 21, and it averages out to 5 pounds a week, which is great. Please be gentle with yourself. 8 miles is a lot and you may have to make an adjustment or two. Have you ever watched any of Dr. Duc Vuong's videos on YouTube? Give it a try, it is a lot of good information presented in a no-nonsense manner, a great way to supplement your doctor's instructions.

Dear Newbie,

My surgery was also October 1st! I have lost 17, and feel the same way, but I am trying to suppress those feelings. We are not failing. I keep reading that each experience is different. I believe that if we follow the program, we both will succeed.

Dear Newbie,

My surgery was also October 1st! I have lost 17, and feel the same way, but I am trying to suppress those feelings. We are not failing. I keep reading that each experience is different. I believe that if we follow the program, we both will succeed.