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BobbieVSG    51

BobbieVSG
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So tomorrow I'm 11 weeks post-op vsg and I'm only down 33lbs, I'm seeing people loosing a lot more and my surgery was before them. I know we shouldn't compare but it's so hard not to. I don't know where I'm going wrong.

Any opinions would be appreciated.

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*Lexie*    1,486

*Lexie*
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I've lost 31lbs in 12 weeks so I'm right there with you. Once I got past my 3 week stall, I have consistently lost 1-3 pounds a week so I've made peace with it. It really bothered me at first but it's not doing me any good to be constantly frustrated.

My doctor said they expect me to lose 4-6 pounds a month and I'm exceeding that goal right now.

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ProudGrammy    8,322

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only down 33lbs

@

eeeeeeek :o

we're never supposed to use that word "ONLY" in reference to our weight loss :angry:

people have been shot for less!!! ;)

rephrase your comment

you didn't ONLY lose 33 lbs :mellow:

You lost 33 lbs :)

big difference in how you think and say something ;)

to answer your question

be proud of your weight loss :)

you are working hard

and the sleeve is is helping you :)

never question any amount of weight loss

you are having

its all good ;)

kathy

congrats

Edited by proudgrammy

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Kindle    8,667

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You're probably not doing anything wrong. Took me 3 months to lose 30 pounds and I was thrilled. Relax and enjoy the journey. Protein, veggies, Water and vitamins...that's all you need to concentrate on right now. Stay off the scale and measure your success with NSV's.

Edited by Kindle

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BLERDgirl    6,417

BLERDgirl
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STOP IT! 33lbs is nothing to sneeze at. Do not compare it will make you crazy! You are following your program and losing weight.

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ProudGrammy    8,322

ProudGrammy
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ONLY DOWN 33 lbs

eeeeeeek :o

we're never supposed to use that word "ONLY" in reference to our weight loss :angry:

people have been shot for less!!! ;)

rephrase your comment

you didn't ONLY lose 33 lbs :mellow:

You lost 33 lbs :)

big difference in how you think and say something ;)

to answer your question

be proud of your weight loss :)

you are working hard

and the sleeve is is helping you :)

never question any amount of weight loss

you are having

its all good ;)

kathy

congrats

Edited by proudgrammy

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athena3127    199

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I don't think that you realize that actually calculates to be a little over .00029762 lbs per min! Have you stopped to calculate? That alone can put things into an entirely new perspective. I mean based on that information alone you were still a looser even while you were snuggled sleeping soundly or just up walking the hall in your fuzzy slippers! :) so turn your thoughts with a positive spin. You went from zero to .00029762min with surgery :) that my friend is amazing. There are those who would envy being in your shoes. I'm sure there are some who may have a higher average just like cars they are all made different and performance levels are all different. So are we. There are so many variables that effect weight loss post surgery that you shouldn't ever focus on anything other than the positive. Your a looser! So keep it up your doing great considering the time of year when around every corner I'm sure you see candy canes and gum drops :) so keep focused and stay on track. Next stop skinny town!

Edited by athena3127

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ProjectMe    909

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Why ask a bunch of strangers if you should be proud? This is about you. Would you have been happy with this weight loss prior to surgery? I bet, yes. Why wouldn't you be proud of your accomplishments after the fact? No one can give you permission to feel proud of yourself. You feel proud because you did it and are continuing to do it. Own it & be kind to yourself.

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BobbieVSG    51

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Thank you to everyone who replied, at the time I was just seeing the negatives, I was being silly. All off your posts helped me to realize that. I appreciate it! I'm seeing the changes everyday, I've gone from a UK size 26 to a 18.. That should be encouragement enough really :P

Once again, thank you all.

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Crystal88    85

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33 lbs is amazing, congratulations xx

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