I've lost approx 40 pounds since starting this whole project and my waist has only changed by approximately 1.5 inches. I carry most of my weight in my middle, but I am wondering, is it possible that some of the visceral fat is shifting but I just don't see the difference on the outside? Nothing else seems to have shrunk much either. I have (had?) metabolic syndrome and my blood pressure and blood sugar are now normal. Anyone else notice this? I do notice my face is thinner and my calves and feet.

It seems my midsection is taking the longest to shrink too. The place I need to shrink the most!! Maybe its just not as noticable if it's the thickest part. I can definitely tell behind the steering wheel that there is much more space between my tummy and the steering wheel.

ive lost 34 and my husband told me my ancles look thinner......really...thanks lol

My stomach is still a little swollen and I had my surgery before you- so that might be part of it.

I am also aware I will need to start working those abs....as soon as I can. We do 300 crunches in our Water aerobics classes so if you have physical issues consider the water!

Oh it will fight you! and then it will shrink! In the 7 months post surgery i have went from a 46 to a 36, 10 inches.

You will lose it first around the face and other small areas like the wrists and shoulders. It is the bodies way holding on for famine! At some point you will have to decide ( like a year from now) how much is fat and how much is extra skin and have it removed if you so desire. This is the best thing you have ever done for you!