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I stopped coming to this forum because I am losing soooo much slower than people on here. I am 50 and post menopausal, so I knew it would be slow and I am not hard core dieting. I eat what I want, just a lot less of it! Had several weeks if being really sick and have been inactive too, but today did some before and after pics... I has surgery 2 1/2 months ago.

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I stopped coming to this forum because I am losing soooo much slower than people on here. I am 50 and post menopausal' date=' so I knew it would be slow and I am not hard core dieting. I eat what I want, just a lot less of it! Had several weeks if being really sick and have been inactive too, but today did some before and after pics... I has surgery 2 1/2 months ago.

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U look great!!! Moderation for lots of people is key!! Live your life and be happy! And TRY not to let others discourage u! Have u followed up w a counselor/therapist?

When was your surgery? Mine was 2-25-13!

Oh and 50 in that time is great!

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U look great!!! Moderation for lots of people is key!! Live your life and be happy! And TRY not to let others discourage u! Have u followed up w a counselor/therapist?

When was your surgery? Mine was 2-25-13!

Oh and 50 in that time is great!

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My surgery was 2-18 and I've not LOST 50, I AM 50! LOL I've lost 34 since surgery and 43 total.

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You look great! Sometimes slow and steady is best for long term results. Keep it up!

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Slow losing = good!

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You look great! I am in the 50's (hahaha at least for a few more months anyway) and weight does come off slower. But that's OK - this is a journey we'll be for for the rest of our lives......and since I plan to be here for a L O N G time, especially now that I am getting so healthy, I've got time.

My weight loss is going very slowly now and my medical team & personal trainer all say that it is a good way to lose. I think it's helping me to work on developing more patience with myself.

Just keep to your medical team's plan and it will come off.

Good luck, keep us all posted - we're here to support you.

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You look fantastic! Slow and steady wins the race!

I am 9 weeks out and am 52. I knew it would be slower for me because I have always been a slow loser and at our age, our bodies don't seem to want to give it up! I am not doing low carb, just healthy rounded meals with of course Protein first. I just hit my second major goal of another 10% of my body weight. It's going slow but it's going!

Congrats to you! You inspire me!

And yes, 50's are great! I My favorite decade so far!

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You look fantastic! Slow and steady wins the race!

I am 9 weeks out and am 52. I knew it would be slower for me because I have always been a slow loser and at our age' date=' our bodies don't seem to want to give it up! I am not doing low carb, just healthy rounded meals with of course Protein first. I just hit my second major goal of another 10% of my body weight. It's going slow but it's going!

Congrats to you! You inspire me!

And yes, 50's are great! I My favorite decade so far![/quote']

What were your stats if you don't mind me asking!

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I think you look amazing! I had surgery 4/30 and am 51 years old. If i look as good as you do after 2 1/2 months, I'll be happy! Keep up the good work and continue yo enjoy life!!

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I stopped coming to this forum because I am losing soooo much slower than people on here. I am 50 and post menopausal' date=' so I knew it would be slow and I am not hard core dieting. I eat what I want, just a lot less of it! Had several weeks if being really sick and have been inactive too, but today did some before and after pics... I has surgery 2 1/2 months ago.

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You look great!! I am 54 yrs and slow also sleeve March 4 th loss 30 lbs and down 1-1/2 size in a stall need to go to the gym more hang in there you are going great!!

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I am 49, had a complete hysterectomy at 28, so I have been post menopause since then. I too am a slow loser compared to others 27 since 3/6. But I am finally embracing the fact that I am not everybody else, I can only be me and do the best I can. Plus at our age we need less chance at all that loose skin LOL. You look great though!

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Girl you look good!....don't be discouraged.....we are here for you....sometimes you need to know that. I get discouraged also....but I read through others post to get better ideas.....I will make this work got me....and do should you

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I stopped coming to this forum because I am losing soooo much slower than people on here. I am 50 and post menopausal, so I knew it would be slow and I am not hard core dieting. I eat what I want, just a lot less of it! Had several weeks if being really sick and have been inactive too, but today did some before and after pics... I has surgery 2 1/2 months ago.

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Big difference in the two pics. You do look great. Congrats on your loss! I'm glad that you are enjoying your food also. I believe that it's great to eat well but also enjoy it along the journey. Best Wishes!!

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My surgery was 2-18 and I've not LOST 50' date=' I AM 50! LOL I've lost 34 since surgery and 43 total.[/quote']

Well that is still really good!!! :)

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I m 49 soon and sleeve 2/27 I've lost 43 pounds but I'm changing sizes and loosing inches. I went from 22/24 down to 12/14 top and 16 pants.

I'm slower but I'm looking at lasting results.

Funny story at work I had to hold up my extra large pant. That great . But got remember to wear my sexy underwear for when they fall. Lol

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