So I'm 7 weeks post op today. So far I've lost 35 pounds and had an almost two week stall starting at week 3 (like everyone). Ideally I'd like to lose 100lbs total but my NUT said my goal should be 80lbs (which is fine). So here's my question: I'm going on a cruise starting August 31st. I'd like to lose another 30lbs by then. That's 12 1/2 weeks from today. Is that realistic? I'm a little concerned I will hit another stall or two and be thrown off. Any thoughts or suggestions?

It's nearly impossible to predict rate of weight loss. It's so different for everyone. I highly advise against settin time-based goals for your weight loss. You will be setting yourself up for some serious disappointment. Stick to your nutrition plan, stay active, get your water and protein, and let nature take its course.

That's kinda pushing it, I'd rather be not as small as I'd like to be at the time of the cruise, than to suffer through it because I wanted to Lose those extra pounds fast, think about! Cruises are supposed to be fun, but not if your laying in your room all the time! And good luck on your cruise .....

No matter what your weight is in 12 1/2 weeks, you will be down quite a few inches. Think of the fun you will have SHOPPING for clothes for that cruise!

I am 8 mos post-op and have lost 87 pounds from top weight 1 year ago. I've read your post and think you need to forget about pounds to lose by a particular date. Just focus on program. Eating right. Doing what the doc says. ..rules. ...exercising. We all hit situations where we may be sidetracked but getting back to the program is always the solution.

Edited June 4, 201511 yr by LovinSoul

Was stalled for 2 mos. starting 2 mos. after my surgery. Very frustrating! It is normal though. Body getting used to all the changes. Then it started to come off. But you have to follow program for best wit loss.