So I was banded in September 2008. I went from 218 to 165 in 9-10 months and have been stuck at this weight since then! My goal is 130-135 and no matter how I work out or eat I can't seem to lose the rest. I'm so frustrated because now I have a lot of my Fluid removed because when I get a fill my reflux is unbearable. I was in my sweet spot a year ago and got really sick for a month and had to have my fluid removed because my pouches swelled and I couldn't eat or drink. Ever since then I can't get back to my sweet spot and have gained 8 pounds I would love to hear if anyone else is struggling like this. I had an EGD done last year and there was no band slippage. So that's not the reason. I work out 3-4 days a week and eat pretty healthy using my fineness pal. Help!!! lm at a loss (

I'm sorry, I don't have any words of wisdom for you since I'm still a newb, but just wanted to congratulate u on ur weight loss so far. To me, I think it's amazing. I wouldn't mind weighing what u do at all.

I'm in a similar situation...met me goal in 11 months..set a new goal...and i think my body just wont lose anymore..i am coming to grips that my body may not be designed to be smaller than a 10-12... wish i had some advice for you.

Sounds just like me, I however have had a minor slip. I had my band 3 yrs ago. After obtaining my "sweet spot" after the 5th month and 3rd fill, I finally started losing. Started at 248 and got down to 144 last Dec. 135 is my goal. I continued to do vomit almost everyday (I know, a no-no) and finally my band slipped about 6 mths ago. After unfills/fills/band tweaking, I've got a little restriciton but not as much as I had. I've gained 16 lbs since last Dec. I now weigh 160 and I'm determined not to go 1 lb above that.

I've prided myself on never counting or measuring anything. I go by what my body is telling me. Well, lately at nite, especially, it's been telling me to graze like a cow. I guess I need to start listening to my head and not my body! I really want to get to goal someday. Those last 20 lbs are definitely the hardest.

Why Oh Why didn't I listen to everyone who told me to slow my eating and stop vomiting? Thought I had it under control. My band tolerated 2 1/2 yrs of almost daily vomiting, it wasn't gunna stand for it one more day. I'm starting to say no to so many of my best friends (carbs) and yes to Protein. I still don't count or measure, but I definitely am trying to stop when my stomach says "hey I've had enough" - which I haven't been doing. Haven't vomited but twice in the last 4 mths, which is progress. My husband and I go to the gym 3x a week and I've stepped it up to 4. I've got to get to 135 in this lifetime! Can't afford a whole new bigger wardrobe!

Good luck to you! I know exactly how you feel. I know I can do it - hey, I've done it before. Why is it so hard the 2nd time around?

Marci

Thanks for being honest Marci & your words if wisdom!!! I'm more than certain you'll reach your goal

I was banded 9/20

Starting weight:260

Goal Weight:150

Totally with you girl! Got my band in April 2011, started at 220, got to 159 and now I hover between 160 and 165. I can't get and stay below that 160 mark. Exercise 5 days most weeks including running about 8 miles a week and eat lots of protein and fruit, not much "bad stuff" but beginning to think this is just where I'm supposed to be! Gotta love being size 8 and 10 again though from an 18!! Hang in!

I was just wondering, and I don't know how to ask this without it sounding weird, but do u guys think maybe ur already at ur ideal weight but perhaps jut have some excess skin from weight loss??? I assume that after I lose enough weight that I would need some nip/tuck to get how I want to be.

Wallflower: I have no extra skin. I was lucky in that dept.

My problem is a lot like Marci's...up until a year ago I was vomiting at least 1-2 times a day. It became a way of life. I don't do it very often now, but it's because I eat slower now. But it seems like now that I can't get a fill right now I'm having to watch everything that goes in my mouth. I've never eaten bad and have always worked out. I gained weight in my early 20's because of a health condition PCOS and insulin resistance. I didn't know I had it until I was 27. So before all that started I was always in good shape and very athletic. Then I gained 80 pounds in 6-7 years and didn't know why at the time. Now that I'm back to my old self, I know what my body is capable of, but I can't seem to get it there. I'm having a hard time dropping fat, but I can build muscle well. It's a frustrating position right now for me.

I see. Sorry to hear that. I gained a lot more weight after I was put on insulin for diabetes, so I feel ya.

I'm sure when my time comes for my last 20 pounds ill be freakin out too lol. Right now, just trying to get to 250 :/