What are or were some of your numbers 5 months out? Trying to see if I am on pace or losing too slow.

Im 5 mo out and have went from 186 to 128lbs. 58 lbs lost...

Is ten lbs a month pretty standard? I am pre-op and keep wondering how fast the weight will come off. Why do some people lose faster than others? Is it all based on diet and exercise?

I've heard the heavier you are the faster you lose. Not a scientific fact, but it seems this way...

I couldn't believe it when I did the math but I am just about 100 lbs overweight. I look at the scale and just can't believe its this bad. When did this happen lol? So I see my surgeon for the first time on the 12th of February. I have already seen the dietician and exercise specialist. I just want to get the ball rolling!

I was 5 months post op 1-21-13, a few days ago. I have lost a total of 66 lbs, 10 lbs of that was pre op. Some lose faster, some slower. In answer to gonnabeaskinny's question....10 lbs a month each month would be awesome but as you can see for me it's not been that way. I lost 22 lbs the first month, 12 lbs the 2nd month, 9 lbs the 3rd month, 9 lbs the 4th month and now 4 lbs the 5th month. It slowed down for me. Each person is different, depending on metabolism. I am thankful to keep losing, regardless for sure!!

You look great in your picture, congratulations!

Thanx!! My personal goal is 132 lbs, I am 5'5" but would honestly be ok with 135-145 lbs. I just wanted around 130 lbs to stay a bit under in case I gained some back. I started at 249 lbs so that is 117 lbs total to lose if I lose it all!!

I wish you the very best, sounds like you're doing great so far!

Thanx, and you'll do great as well, just remember you'll get to your goal, even though we have stalls (I'm in one now for the past 3 weeks) where you won't lose a pound. But, in the end it will all be SO worth it!!

It gives me so much hope to hear all the success stories on here and everyone is so positive. I'm glad to be on this path!