So, over the last three months, it's seemed like I was just stuck. I've barely lost 10 pounds, although I did drop 3 sizes. In that time, I've added in more and more exercise, really watched what I was eating and been pushing more Water. I've really looked hard for the NSVs and tried not to worry that my body was done. But, I was really getting frustrated because the weight loss had slowed down so much. I was so close to the 100 pounds lost mark and starting to think I'd never get there. In my head, I knew that this was a weight where I spent nearly 10 years on the way UP the scale and that I shouldn't get excited that it was taking me a while to drop below that point, but boy was it maddening!

I'm happy to report that in the last few days, that stall has broken! I've lost 5 pounds in the last few days and it seems like my body and sleeve are cooperating again to drop more pounds! I'm also suddenly seeing more definition in areas that have been of particular interest to me (waist, collarbones, arms and legs). I don't know if my mindset changed, but I know that I have increased my exercise levels to where I'm doing nearly an hour of cardio per day, in 2 30 minute sessions, and I've been fairly strict on my carbs.

So, YAY, the stall is broken!!! I'll take the NSVs, but it feels good to see that scale number dropping again, too.

Good job Lissa, happy to hear the stall is over!! BTW what were your starting numbers if u don't mind me asking and when were you sleeved?

Yay, way to go!

Lissa -- you have been a constant support throughout this site for me and for others. I am always looking to see what you have to say on a topic and find your insights motivational, encouraging and based in reality. I posted a "discouraged" note right before I read this one. THANK YOU! You give me hope and encouragement to embrace this journey we are on. Thank you!

Lissa .... I couldn't agree more....

Yea for the scale moving again

OMG yea for going down 3 sizes

Your postings are very motivational & inspiring !

keep up the good work....

I am so happy for you! My motto is to "Keep Trying". If we stay in the game long enough, we'll eventually get enough experience to win.

Jenn, I started at 352 (highest weight) and i was sleeved Aug 30, 2011. So, I'm 8.5 months post-op.

Spirit Fire, I'll look for that post!

Thanks to you all for your encouragment and support. I couldn't do this without all of you and VST!

My Cyster! I agree with you 100%. Sometimes it's just about sticking to it, something I'm learning from this journey!

Yahoo!!!

So happy for you. You are working hard!

Lissa .. you are an inspiration. I hope I am as successful at 8 months!!

coops ~ I will be the first to hear you over that pond! Especially when you hit 160 lbs! It will move, you are one of the most determined people I know! I bought a size 8 Lee's jeans yesturday and they fit great! I bet you can too really soon! Hope your feeling better!.

Way to go Lisa. You are an inspiration. Hope I can rock my sleeve like you have.

You have been my inspiration as well, and your journey is what got my fanny in gear to join a gym this week. Thanks for being a great cheerleader and showing us newbies what success looks like!

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