Feeling Bummed And Not Very Successful!

[0ldM3By3 33]

I was banded on November 16, 2011. I started out at 274 and now I am at 223, making my loss in 11 months only 51 pounds. Why am I not losing as fast?!?

I follow the diet, get in my Protein, get in my workout...I just don't get it!

I thought I'd be in "onederland" by my bandaversary... guess not! :'(

Anybody else have slow results?

[0ldM3By3 33]

I see a difference and am greatful, but why so slowwwww. :'(

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[Cazzy 725]

We all lose weight at differing rates, some are fast losers some are slow, you need to change things maybe and kick start yourself again, try reducing the carbs, or increasing your cardio or add some strength training, drink plenty of Water and keep experimenting, try some metabolism foods like broccoli and chilli, green tea etc, the internet is a great place to research slow metabilisms and slow weight loss. You still have done well so dont be too down on yourself

[ElleG 394]

I think your doing great! Look how far you have come

[line-dancer 810]

could be u could use a fill was my first thought.

line dancer

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

in my opinion..you are doing great

to me, as long as you are losing, it doesnt matter how long it takes to get there

maybe a talk with your dr or nutritionist to see how your eating is..

[2012 359]

Woohoo, Chili is a metabolism food, that's good news! But back to the post, have you tried journaling to see what you are putting in your mouth just to be sure? I know it opened my eyes in a lot of ways. And getting in your liquids is really important too, according to my nutritionist your body needs it to help flush out the fat it is burning.

[0ldM3By3 33]

We all lose weight at differing rates' date=' some are fast losers some are slow, you need to change things maybe and kick start yourself again, try reducing the carbs, or increasing your cardio or add some strength training, drink plenty of Water and keep experimenting, try some metabolism foods like broccoli and chilli, green tea etc, the internet is a great place to research slow metabilisms and slow weight loss. You still have done well so dont be too down on yourself [/quote']

You are right. I guess the only downfall of this site is the ultimate comparison of myself to others. Duhhhh... I gotta chill lol... Thank u!

[0ldM3By3 33]

Woohoo' date=' Chili is a metabolism food, that's good news! But back to the post, have you tried journaling to see what you are putting in your mouth just to be sure? I know it opened my eyes in a lot of ways. And getting in your liquids is really important too, according to my nutritionist your body needs it to help flush out the fat it is burning.[/quote']

Wooooooo hoooooo to chili!! Good to know!

Good idea... let me get back to basics like journaling and drinking! Thank you. :-)

[Sojourner 2,446]

I encourage people to focus on their own progress, as we are all individuals, no two of us will have identical weight loss journeys. Also, 50 pounds is a significant amount of weight to loose, so try to focus on what you have achieved instead of not being where you would like to be.

You will reach your goals if you follow the rules...I know my journey has taught me the art of patience like nothing else ever has...

[A New New Dawn 1,695]

Definitely you have done a phenomenal job and you look great in your pictures. Normally, I would have gained over the course of a year so losing 50lbs to me is success.

I also would recommend journaling your food intake and your activity. Perhaps using myfitnesspal.com or another site to see really how many calories you are taking in, how much liquids you are really taking in, and how many calories you are burning through activities. I was at a standstill the past couple of weeks and upped my exercising (have walked about 3 miles a day for 4 days this past week) and finally the scale moved again.

You have done really well and perhaps just a little tweaking can kickstart your weight loss again. You may even need a fill too.

Good luck on your continued success.

[0ldM3By3 33]

Finallyyyyyy, after 6 months after this gosh darn post, I lost those 25 pounds I wanted and I am now in "onderland."

I started at 274 in November 2011. I am officially 197.

77 pounds down. 35 more till my goal!

How cool it would be if I can make my goal by my wedding in November for my 2 year band-aversary.

I'll keep ya posted!

[Tiny1234 121]

Finallyyyyyy' date=' after 6 months after this gosh darn post, I lost those 25 pounds I wanted and I am now in "onderland."

I started at 274 in November 2011. I am officially 197.

77 pounds down. 35 more till my goal!

How cool it would be if I can make my goal by my wedding in November for my 2 year band-aversary.

I'll keep ya posted![/quote']

You look healthy,happy and wonderful. Continued success!

[2012 359]

Great job, I'm happy for you!

[Lose100 178]

Happy Dance!!