Hello fellow sleevers,

just thought I would start a thread for all those who want to get to goal in 2012, regardless of where we are in the process.

I posted it the 'Slow Loser' thread, because that is what I am!! (I am not complaining by the way, just pleased to be a loser...lol)

For me to get there, I know that at 18mths out I need to be strict, accountable and have support from those in the same 'place', who understand that the sleeve isn't a miracle but a tool.

I have done well so far, but the weight hasn't 'melted' off me and since 6mths post op I have had to fight for each and every pound. At first it made me a little bitter, frustrated and I started to get into a 'dark place' about it, now the scale victory tastes sooooo sweet!

I have taken the month of December 'off'... I needed to rest from the constant worry of food, cals, water, carbs and protein... my head was spinning and I was starting to feel very frustrated and overwhelmed at not being at goal again. I needed time out!

I have thoroughly enjoyed the Christmas period and I have eaten what I wanted and when I wanted it; this includes ALL foods, no food was off limit and I let my sleeve do its job! The quantity was low but I still enjoyed every mouthful. Interestingly, I found that my cravings were satisified very quickly... 1 or 2 biscuits/sweets, and so on, hit the spot, instead of 5,6,7,... you get the picture. Subconscious damage limitation? I don't know but I like it!

I have learnt a lot by doing this. I now know that I can eat a little more if I 'try'... I know that I can enjoy food again without feeling guilty and I know that food doesn't have to be the enemy. So, with all that, what was the outcome? Yep, I have gained 2lbs above my personal bounce! Oops!

I am not, in the slightest, worried about this because I KNOW what is the cause... sugar and salt! And this time, I am sure it will come off as quick as it went on!

So, what is the plan?

Per my surgeon's instructions: I am going back to basics... yep that ole one...lol

• 3 meals a day - no snacking.
  
• Weighing my meals between 6-8oz depending on what is on the plate.
  
• Protein first, followed by veggies.
  
• Plenty of water.
  
• A limit of 1000 cals a day.
  
• Continue with my exercise - boxing twice a week, gym in work 1-2 times a week (depending on work load) and walking my dog (just over a 2 mile circuit). The exercise is the only thing that I have stuck to in December... I actually enjoy it now!!
  

As a side note, and I ain't sure if my American friends can get this, but here in the Uk, on SKY there are a few fitness channels. I have recorded some aerobic workouts that are really good... they're free and can be done at home... this is saving me some money on classes and DVDs and if I don't like the workout I can delete and look for another!! Bonus!!

Ok, who is ready to join me on the final stretch to goal... hope on board and enjoy the ride my friends...

I just had a lasagna cupcake made with turkey. If made with ground beef, 160 calories. I wasn't able to stick with fasting today. My good friend has a neurological problem and COPD with 2 years to live. I just found this our today. But will be fasting tomorrow. This is just a hick up.

We have got this!!! I joined the forum and read some pretty interesting post on there. There are some that do the 36hr fast with only water and their results were like only a half a lb lost more than the 5:2 fast.

Dinner time!!!!

I'm such a wimp

Laura walk away from the pizza! Seeing a lb lost will taste soooo much better.

Laura walk away from the pizza! Seeing a lb lost will taste soooo much better.

Oh I did I'm having my planned turkey patty with cheese and veggies it's just so weird I was truly HUNGRY today! I'm so used to eating every few hours 0_o

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I understand I think if anything happened today out of the ordinary let alone as tragic as the news you received I would of bailed too..

I just had a lasagna cupcake made with turkey. If made with ground beef' date=' 160 calories. I wasn't able to stick with fasting today. My good friend has a neurological problem and COPD with 2 years to live. I just found this our today. But will be fasting tomorrow. This is just a hick up.[/quote']

I just want the lasagna cupcake recipe for tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Emilybites.com for lasagna cupcakes. So delicious and perfect portion size too.

I might join after I stick to this plan for a few days.... Did anyone notice if there is any WLS people on there?

I might join after I stick to this plan for a few days.... Did anyone notice if there is any WLS people on there?

I didn't see any...

I am not trying to put a dampened on this, but I don't get it. From what I read, the key to this fasting thing is that you can only eat 25% of the calories you usually eat. But it is based on the standard being 2000 cal/day. I am sure you ladies are not usually eating 2000cal/day.

I might join after I stick to this plan for a few days.... Did anyone notice if there is any WLS people on there?

I read alot of the post but I have not seen one with weightloss surgery. I have not put on there that I have had the sleeve either. Im gonna keep reading and see how the people are on there before I post my magnificent tool. Most on there are in the BMI % 45 and below. Most are in the 35 to 29 BMI. Alot say they are losing and the forum is using it as a research to prove it works.

Ok made it under 500

I am not trying to put a dampened on this, but I don't get it. From what I read, the key to this fasting thing is that you can only eat 25% of the calories you usually eat. But it is based on the standard being 2000 cal/day. I am sure you ladies are not usually eating 2000cal/day.

Just looking for another "tool".

Ah you jumped in FYE...lol Still sitting on the sidelines, not committing yet. BUT this link is awesome...thanks for sharing it.

Oh and I did commit to tracking my cals this week. So far before dinner I've logged 744 cals, 50g carbs and 64g Protein. Not sure on dinner yet, it will likely be lean and green. (meat and salad.)

Actually finished the day at 944 calories, 62g carbs, and 78g protein. I also did an hour long spin class which my calorie count site awarded me -635 calories burned, just for the class alone, not counting calories burned for just existing. So I've said it before and I'll say it again, I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WEIGHT LOSS MATH. Sigh.

Good job on all you ladies who fasted today. Maybe at some point I will join ya!