My story is a long one, but if you want to read it on my blog chicken, eggs, repeat) I have lost 10 lbs of that.

I have not been feeling myself lately. I hate the way I look and am terrified of gaining weight back. I seem to have gained it all right in my abdominal region, which makes it so many things do not fit correctly at all. My confidence is low, and I am so sick of dieting I could harpoon something.

I know the end result will be worth it, and I need to go back in and get a fill, but I am struggling so hard right now. I would do anything to get down past 160 (my lowest) and hit 150 (my original pre-op goal) and I want to be 140 (over the moon, never going to happen goal).

I feel hungry all the time. I eat good, healthy veggies, I cut out cheese, I make very good choices because the band taught me that, however, my willpower right now is struggling and I want to see lower numbers on that scale.

Any tips or tricks you guys have to maximize your weight loss would be phenomenal right now. I need a pep talk

I don't have a pep talk for you but I want you to know you're not alone. I had my surgery Jan 8th 2015 and am down 45lbs. It feels great that I can move easier and feel better about myself.

HOWEVER. .. The last month has been hell???? I have been stuck at the same number no matter what I do. I have increased my exercise and i journal everything I eat, but nothing. I try very hard to stay positive and stick to the 8 golden rules of the band. I have even printed off encouraging phrases from pinterest and put them on the fridge. The hardest part of this journey is your brain not cooperating and I don't think that is focused on as much as it should be. Hang in there you can do it!!! Just a few lbs at a time and you will be at your goal in no time.

Thanks for sharing your blog! You look great!!!

First off, congratulations on the 10 lb weight loss ! I know its hard, but you stuck to the rules and you lost it !!! Great job ! My surgeon told me when I got somewhat close to my goal, the last 20 lbs would be on my stomach, and they would be the hardest to lose. Well, he was right. I was stuck at 160 for well over a year, but I was very happy in my new , healthy body. Then I joined a Pilates class early February, and my stomach is soooo much flatter, and my jeans are too loose !! Since you dont have time to go to a class , try googling for free exercise classes online. Pilates is working on your core, where women tend to "store " the fat . Good luck !