Did you reach goal in a year?

[Aribay1 198]

Im 10 months post op and i have 22lbs to go. I honestly dont see me reaching it in a year. It took me one month to loose 2lbs. I lost 40lbs my first week post op and after that the other 20lbs were hard to loose and took longer.

SW259lbs

CW191lbs

GW170lbs

I exercise 3-4 times a week. Not sure what to do. I cut back on my carb intake and lowered my cheese intake (i love cheese) im trying on my Water (i fail on days im off or when im crazy busy at work)

I do (most days) 1 shake a day and get my other Protein through food.

I have 89lbs to loose in total and I watch everyone elses journey and people with same stats and they are closer to goal then me. I know everyones different but im nowhere where i want to be.

I dont need tough love i just need a hug.

[Elode 8,093]

You'll get there, do put too much pressure on yourself with time limits.

[Aribay1 198]

You'll get there, do put too much pressure on yourself with time limits.

Its so hard! I guess im hard because i read someones post from awhile ago and it was something along the lines that if you dont reach goal within a year your chances for success are slim to none. Not sure if its true but its scarey

[Elode 8,093]

I've never heard that but as long as you doing the work I don't think your body will just shut off at a year!

[MichiganChic 3,262]

I did not reach my goal in a year. It took 14 months, and at nearly 3 years out, I still think I can lose another 10. It does get harder, the closer you get to goal. However, your sleeve does not expire. If anyone, anywhere could really identify the mystery behind obesity and weight loss (beyond calories in/calories out, which is part of it) they would win a prize. So, we just have to go with "we are unique" and just do your best to figure out what works for you. Just know you can do this.

[AlanaRN 419]

I'm 11 months out and 6 lbs from my goal. I already met my doctors goal. I haven't lost anything in about a month. It's really frustrating me especially when I eat what I'm supposed to 100% of the time.

[Essence46 493]

I wouldn't worry too much about it. I am 14 months post op and still not at goal. I have 25 more pounds to go. At this rate, don't see me reaching it anytime soon. If this helps any: We started at the same place and you already weigh 10 pounds less than me at only 10 months. I would say you are doing pretty good so don't worry.

I will go somewhere and sulk now.

[SeahawksFan 444]

I wouldn't worry about the year mark. You are doing great. Think of all the changes you've made in 10 months. Maybe change up your workout routine and workout 6 days a week but make it a new activity or hobby? I just tried two new things...paddle boarding and Barre. I found coupons on living social and groupon. I also joined Let's Meet so I could find some people to go hiking with. It's free and fun not like a workout that your dreading. Good job cutting down on the carbs.

You Got This!!!

~LA

[Mulepick 18]

Had my 3 mo check up yesterday and we talked about the "honeymoon period". My PA says that she's convinced that the end of the HM is when we've strayed far enough away from our postop eating for things to slow or stop. She's convinced that revisiting Protein first, vegs, Water will start things up again.

[Aribay1 198]

I wouldn't worry too much about it. I am 14 months post op and still not at goal. I have 25 more pounds to go. At this rate, don't see me reaching it anytime soon. If this helps any: We started at the same place and you already weigh 10 pounds less than me at only 10 months. I would say you are doing pretty good so don't worry.

I will go somewhere and sulk now.

OH no now i feel bad for whining if it makes you feel better ill be 191 today but 197lbs tomorrow and i always flip flop.

[playlikeworldchamps 595]

Took me 20 months. Next question for me is how long will it take me to lose the 15 I gained back. I think a looooooong time.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I am on track to reach my goal weight for this year. I have about 11lbs to go before my annual f/u on the 21rst. However for me that will be the halfway point as I started at a really high weight. I do find that now I have to work a little harder. I still keep a food diary, I eat at a minimum 100gms of Protein and exercise 5 - 6 days a week. However, if I don't lose those 11 lbs, I'm not overly worried. I'm confident enough in myself to know it will happen. Just keep looking forward.

[suitechicguy 105]

I recently have hit my goal and am at a little over 7 months. I still have some work to put in exercise wise though. Its not a race and each person gets there in their own time. You are doing great and I know its hard but try to be patient with your body. You will get there!

[Yoga-lady 217]

Don't worry- took me 16 months to reach goal and now I'm 10lbs less than goal

Keep on truckin!,,

[Kathy812 794]

I'm almost at 11 months & since I have only lost 2lbs this last month, It is pretty clear I won't reach goal at 1 year.

My exercise physiologist wants me to be between 160-165 @ 1 year. My appt is on 10/17 & I weigh 173. Oh well, I'm just going to keep trying, because the alternative is not an option.

By the way, my personal goal is 135-140 so I have a ways to go but I refuse to be discouraged. I have pity parties but they end early.

I remember where I was last year at this time & it helps me to keep it all in perspective. Stay focused my friend and know you are not in this battle alone.