It's been six weeks since my surgery and I have only lost 20 lbs. According to myfitnesspal I average anywhere from 500-700 calories per day, about 40 carbs and between 80-110 grams of protein. How is it possible that I am not losing faster? Sunday I started working out. I did 30 minutes on the elliptical two days straight. The scale didnt budge. I am even getting in about 70 ounces of water. I should have lost some water weight at least. Nothing. IIt makes me want to throw in the towel. What's wrong with me?

I seem to stall for weeks at a time. I guess that's why it's called a stall. I really need to throw away that stupid scale.

I don't have a scale for this exact reason. I'm afraid I'll put too much stock in the digits and lose sight of what really matters. I did this for my health, my future. I'm only day 12 so all I can do is focus on fluids, Protein, exercise. I'll weigh at my doctors office for my week 5 follow up. I hope I don't have a different opinion then.

Be patient. You can do this. Great job on the weight lost so far!