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Hi--I'm just beginning all this, and wondered, how does one decide on a goal weight? From a "chart" based on height, or as a mutually agreed upon number with the surgeon?

Or do you just pick a number yourself?

Just curious as I look at all the "tickers" and wonder what my goal would be. :D

Thanks for all responses!!

Carol

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There's many different ways people come up with their goal weight. Sometimes it can be from a chart, sometimes it's just a number that the person and their doc feels would be right for them. Personally, I looked at a few charts, and thinking about my lowest weight and how I felt then, I came up with my goal number. Keep in mind that a goal weight can always change too. You might get down to a certain place and feel that's where you want to stay. Or you might get there and decide to lose 10 more. There's no right or wrong here. :D

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I looked at the BMI chart and opted for the middle number in the healthy range. That put me losing 64 pounds to end up at 120. My doctor said I should try to lose 50 pounds though. I know I'd be happy with the 50 pound loss, so we'll see as I get there.

Good luck!

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