I am 4 weeks post op. As of this morning I have lost a total of 22 pounds. I expected more. Is anyone else losing this slowly? I have been completely compliant, and walk 30 minutes a day which right now is 1 1/4 miles. Am I worried for nothing or is this normal?

It's normal to hit a 3 week plateau-I did, too. Just keep doing the right things. It Will Happen. Scientifically, it is a guarantee. I know it can be scary and frustrating when you've just made one of the biggest life decisions ever and you fear that it may not work for you, just like everything else before. IT WILL. There isn't a rush anymore. It will all happen eventually. Treat yourself well and enjoy each day. Have faith. I know I didn't lose as fast as others, but I did lose and continue to steadily lose. In the past 3 months I have only lost 10 pounds, but I know I have lost major inches. Your body may just be in shock and holding onto the weight for a little bit. Don't let it get you down. There is nowhere to go but forward and no choice but eventual success. Good luck and stay positive.

Losing 5 pounds a week is slow? You're doing fantastic! And as @@HighHeelShoes said, you might be on the dreaded three-week stall/plateau that most of us hit.

Just keep to the eating/exercise schedule and you'll do fine!

And don't knock yourself by comparing how fast other people are losing. Congratulate yourself for how much you have accomplished!

How long does that plateau typically last?

That is not slow, I've lost 33 in 12 weeks

I didn't read that the OP said she was in a stall... ?

@@Albinofrog

I am asking honestly here, and not judging, but how much weight were you expecting to lose in a month? Have you ever lost 22lbs in 1 month before?

You are doing just fine. Don't worry about what is "normal". If you're doing what you're supposed to be doing and still losing, you're doing just great! This isn't a race. It's a lifestyle.

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How long does that plateau typically last?

It varies. Mine lasted a month.

I lost 19 lbs my first month, and I am thrilled with that.

In the past I have always tended to be a slower loser, even on ultra low carb diets... even with the lapband. So I feel like 19 lbs in 4 weeks was very successful! I fully expect my loss to be less this month, now that I have started on more normal foods... Hoping to lose at least 2-3 lbs per week though. I am grateful for my loss, but happy (and a little jealous) for those fortunate to be super fast losers!

I am 3 weeks post op and have only lost 11 lbs since surgery (18 since 2 wk diet pre op). I am jealous of your loss. I don't understand why the scale doesn't move but I know I'm able to put on clothes that Haven't fit in years. Good luck and keep us posted.

You actually appear to be on track. You don't have as much to lose as some of us, so it will probably come off a little slower in the beginning. Your body is also adjusting to having less calories. It wants to store some. Change up your routine at the gym. Make sure you are getting Protein and Water and avoiding sugar. The weight will come off, but it takes some time.

I am 11 wks post op tomorrow and I have only lost 16lbs since day of surgery. So I think you are doing pretty good.

I am 3.5 weeks out and just hit my 20lb mark since surgery date today. I think it also depends on how much you want/have to lose. I'm happy with my amount so far. To me my measurements are more important because that shows more (to me) then the scale number. Good luck and stay positive it will happen!

I am 3 weeks post op and have only lost 11 lbs since surgery (18 since 2 wk diet pre op). I am jealous of your loss. I don't understand why the scale doesn't move but I know I'm able to put on clothes that Haven't fit in years. Good luck and keep us posted.

I'LL BE 3 WEEKS POST OP TOMORROW AND I'VE ONLY LOST 11LBS AS WELL I THINK I'M LOSING MORE INCHES THEN WEIGHT AT THE MOMENT BUT I'LL BE SO HAPPY WHEN THE SCALE STARTS MOVING DOWN IN NUMBERS TRYING TO STAY POSITIVE I KNOW THIS ISN'T GONNA HAPPEN OVERNIGHT /-;

I also take pictures once a week on my surg day (Thursday's)