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I know stalls are normal. I expected to have them. But I'm only 7 weeks out. I've lost 28 pounds. Nothing to frown about. But that was all in the first 4 1/2 weeks. For 2 1/2 weeks I've been stuck. Being this close out, at first I thought it was the famous "3 week stall" come a little late. But, alas, no movement.

Now, I work out 4 to 5 days a week. Both cardio and weight training. Wanted to tone to minimize loose skin while I dropped. I burn at least 700 calories during workouts. I eat only Protein... Ie: chicken breast, shrimp, eggs, turkey, and Protein shakes. I make my shakes with light silk for added Protein and some extra calories. So now I'm up to about 600 calories give or take, no more than 20 carbs, no more than 20 grams of fat, and usually about 70 grams of protein. My calories when this started was 400 or less. This started when I was still on full liquids.

If anyone can think of something to push me out of this, let me know. I'm at a loss.

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First of all, take your measurements. You may actually be losing inches. I know, quit saying it, but it's true! :)

Second, shake up your diet. Add some calories to it for a day or two and see if that doesn't help. You're really in the low zone for food, so your body may be hanging on for dear life right now.

Third, 28 pounds is awesome! And, you're rocking that sleeve by already getting started on your exercise program! Go girl!! :0

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You're doing an awesome job!!! Remember stress is counterproductive!!! I agree w/ Lissa, shake up your meals a little... Maybe try 25-30 grams of carbs..

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Thanks Lissa. You are always a voice of reason. Trying to do everything right. I don't stray. So just confused. I will try adding more calories. It's feels like I'm eating all day to get what I do get.

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That might work Favoredone. I have just been making sure I get Protein in first. I do get some good carbs in. Just remember on days in Atkins that me and carbs aren't real good friends(though I love them so lol)

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Simple carbs are the enemy, but complex carbs are "good" carbs that can be very beneficial, especially if you're working out so consistently!

The following are some examples of complex carbs. Of course, you need to take into account where you are in terms of food stages and what you can tolerate. At 7 weeks out, some of the examples below may not work for you yet or may be too hard to digest (do some research before you try all of them!).

Whole Grains

- millet, oats, wheat germ, barley, wild rice, brown rice, buckwheat, oat bran, cornmeal and amaranth.

Fruits

- apricots, oranges, plums, pears, grapefruits and prunes.

Vegetables

- Broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, turnip greens, eggplant, potatoes, yams, corn, carrots, onions, all types of lettuce, celery, cucumbers, cabbage, artichokes and asparagus

Legumes

- lentils, kidney Beans, black Beans, peas, garbanzo beans, soy beans and pinto beans

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