Im wondering how to reset my metabolism. I know I need more calories and excersize, I just dont know where to begin. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend Boo. Take care of yourself though k?

Ok people... How goes the diet and exercise today? I feel like like somedays this sleeved life is such a mind game! I've thought about food all day it seems. I blew it and ate a "protein" bar at 190 calories. I feel fat (on my period I know men tmi) but my calories say I'm at 601 ???

Oh and the weight? The same...

It's weird because this is the point that I would fail.. I mean I'm just feeling discouraged and at that point I always feel in all "diets" like why bother.. HA but I have no choice! I feel that way but I can't eat that much anymore!

On one hand cool? But the other bummed about the weight...

OMG I'm so bi polar right now!

I'm going to go rock in a corner 0_o

It will come off. Probably in a big whoosh once Auntie Flo leaves the house.

Lynda

It will come off. Probably in a big whoosh once Auntie Flo leaves the house.

Lynda

Are you willing to bet me a pint of ice cream?

I feel ya lol. I ate a hersheys chocolate bar with almonds today. I gave in. I am so ashamed of myself. I will not be getting on the scales until saturday.

Ok people... How goes the diet and exercise today? I feel like like somedays this sleeved life is such a mind game! I've thought about food all day it seems. I blew it and ate a "protein" bar at 190 calories. I feel fat (on my period I know men tmi) but my calories say I'm at 601 ???

Oh and the weight? The same...

It's weird because this is the point that I would fail.. I mean I'm just feeling discouraged and at that point I always feel in all "diets" like why bother.. HA but I have no choice! I feel that way but I can't eat that much anymore!

On one hand cool? But the other bummed about the weight...

OMG I'm so bi polar right now!

I'm going to go rock in a corner 0_o

How is "blowing it" eating a protein bar? Seriously!! You will be fine...

I feel ya lol. I ate a hersheys chocolate bar with almonds today. I gave in. I am so ashamed of myself. I will not be getting on the scales until saturday.

Girl now wonder you've been so quiet today!

How is "blowing it" eating a protein bar? Seriously!! You will be fine...

I think what I'm feeling is that my mind is blowing it. It's my head that is still overeating or wants to...

I'm fighting my head everyday..

Like right now is a good example.. I feel a little nauseated (i don't know why it just came on) and full from a boring dinner couple of hours ago, but I WANT SOMETHING!

I want ice cream, I want that damn Hershey bar Leeann mentioned. And I feel sick right now but I still want bad things and even in pain I might eat them if they were around...

I'm sick in the head.

Are you willing to bet me a pint of ice cream?

Haha.

Here's some old articles I dug up for you. After two and a half years here, I've seen almost everything before :-)

Myth of Starvation Mode: http://fattyfightsba...ation-mode.html

Here's one of the best stall explanations I've ever seen on here. The original post is in this thread:

http://www.verticals...caloriesreally/

This is why you are in a stall. It's normal and expected. Your body will never go into a stall as long as you have body fat to burn:

Weight Loss Stall or Plateau

A weight loss stall or plateau is an extended period of time during reducing efforts where is there is no weight loss according to the scale and no loss of inches according to the tape measure. This is why it is so important to take your body measurements before surgery, so you'll have a reference as your weight loss progresses post-op. We suggest you take measurements of your chest, waist and hip, neck, upper arm, thigh and calf.

Be aware it is very common for your weight loss to "stall" shortly after surgery. Diana explains the reason for this below.

The Inevitable Stall

By Diana C.

A "stall" a few weeks out is inevitable, and here's why.

Our bodies use glycogen for short term energy storage. Glycogen is not very soluble, but it is stored in our muscles for quick energy -- one pound of glycogen requires 4 lbs of water to keep it soluble, and the average glycogen storage capacity is about 2 lbs. So, when you are not getting in enough food, your body turns first to stored glycogen, which is easy to break down for energy. And when you use up 2 lbs of glycogen, you also lose 8 lbs of water that was used to store it -- voila -- the "easy" 10 lbs that most people lose in the first week of a diet.

As you stay in caloric deficit, however, your body starts to realize that this is not a short term problem. You start mobilizing fat from your adipose tissue and burning fat for energy. But your body also realizes that fat can't be used for short bursts of energy -- like, to outrun a saber tooth tiger. So, it starts converting some of the fat into glycogen, and rebuilding the glycogen stores. And as it puts back the 2 lbs of glycogen into the muscle, 8 lbs of water has to be stored with it to keep it soluble. So, even though you might still be LOSING energy content to your body, your weight will not go down or you might even GAIN for a while as you retain water to dissolve the glycogen that is being reformed and stored.

Breathe, and fuggedaboudit for a few days.

What You Can Do About a Stall or Plateau

If you are experiencing a post-op weight loss stall or plateau further out there are a few possible causes. First, check that are you really in a stall. If the scale has stopped moving you may be losing inches, so check your measurements.

Too Many Carbs?

Carbohydrates can start sneaking into your foods without you being aware of how quickly they are adding up. For more information on carbs, see our section onCarbohydrates. If you are struggling with your weight loss you may want to examine your daily carb count. You can try to keep your carbs under 50g a day and see if that makes a difference in your weight loss. Do not eat carbs before bedtime as it triggers insulin and initiates fat storage. There are some great web site resources you can use to keep track of what you are eating.

Fit Day

Spark People - If you join Spark People also join the DS group.

The Daily Plate

Calorie King

For more tips on keeping a food journal see the Personal Nutrition Guide.

Eating Enough?

If you are under-eating or go more than 4-5 hours without eating, your body will shift into fasting mode, slow your metabolism and conserve your stored energy (fat). This can contribute to a weight loss stall or plateau. Make sure you are eating small meals or small snacks throughout the day and also ensure you meet your daily protein requirements. Try eating some protein with every meal or snack. For more information on protein requirements see our section on Protein.

Drinking Enough?

An adequate level of water in your body aids in the effective breakdown of fat. The daily minimum recommendation is 64 fluid oz of water a day. If you are in ketosis you will need to drink even more water to ensure the ketones are flushed out of your system. You may also need more than the minimum amount of water if you are exercising or live in a warmer or dry environment.

Exercising?

Exercise can increase your metabolism and burn fat. Strength training will build muscles and will boost fat burning. In a stall you can try increasing your volume of exercise or changing up your routine to overcome a weight loss stall or plateau. If you have been doing mainly aerobic activity, try doing a bit of strength training, and if you have been doing mainly strength training, try an aerobic work-out.

The High Fat - High Calorie Stall Buster (I've only seen this work when people are super close to goal, and their body fat percentage is way lower, or temporarily and then they gain weight back, just my 2cents)

Many DSers swear by the fat/calorie shock as an effective weight loss stall or plateau buster. Having a day of higher fat and calorie eating followed by a returning to consistent low carb eating can sometimes "shock" your body back into weight loss mode.

And now I see where it came from originally:

http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.html

Like right now is a good example.. I feel a little nauseated (i don't know why it just came on) and full from a boring dinner couple of hours ago, but I WANT SOMETHING!

I want ice cream, I want that damn Hershey bar Leeann mentioned. And I feel sick right now but I still want bad things and even in pain I might eat them if they were around...

I'm sick in the head.

I can't just deprive myself. I had to come up with something else. So find those lower calorie snacks that will satisfy the urge, or find another non-food treat that pleases you. Buy something online. Put on some great perfume and admire your smaller rear in mirror. Make an appt for a massage, pedicure, or something fun. Do something that requires the use of your hands. Maybe a video game? Burn a scented candle. Put on some great smelling lotion.

Lynda

I hear you Lynda. I need to get a grip on myself..

And my favorite food treat is the Greek yogurt you told me about I actually WALKED to the store last night to buy some!

You are right. I feel better just getting a couple of productive things done today.

It's funny I didn't "overeat" yesterday' date=' as a matter of fact my calories were low along with low protein. But I still get the guilt that's comes wanting to overeat.

I mean I don't binge anymore but I still feel that inside me so even though I don't, I feel like I did.

I wish I could explain it. I need to think on it more.[/quote']

Oh Laura, I really know where you are coming from. Some days, I am so busy I don't get time to eat. At 9pm when I get a chance to sit down I will have some soup, maybe some toast and get into bed with a low fat hot chocolate and when I wake up I think, "oh no, I was really bad last night".

And these are just a few of the head issues that accompany the "easy way out" we took

Made it to 1330 cals and 117g protein yesterday, a personal best, and am scared sh!tless to have eaten so much.

Got my treadmill today! just did 20 minutes and I'm tired 0_o

I'm going to take a break and get some fluid in and try again in a while

Oh no I've been saying I'm six months out.... I'm almost 8 months out???

Where does the time go??