Is this it ?

[valcatlett4 33]

I am 7 months post op and seem to have lost and gained the same 1-2 pounds for the last 2 months. I have upped my exercise and still am just kind of sitting at the same weight. Has this happened to anyone else ? Any ideas on getting things going again ?

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

And you're eating what and how much -- specifically?

And you started at what weight and have lost how much -- specifically?

[CowgirlJane 14,261]

Something similar happened to me about 8 months post op and I was still not at goal. I had to go low carb, eliminate Quest bars an change my exercise to high intensity interval training. I became more dilgent, went back to basics etc. I had to make a big effort to get rid of the last 40-50#. I made it to goal, losing 150# in 14 months. Some of us have to work harder to get to goal, I suspect higher BMI have this issue the most.

[JamieLogical 8,727]

Definitely curious for a lot more detail on what you are eating and what your activity level is.

[jane13 2,256]

@@valcatlett4 - I am in the same boat and started really weighing everything out and watching the carbs like CowgirlJane mentioned. scale has moved (-1) but atleast it has started moving

[valcatlett4 33]

I started at 221 and am currently 150. I eat around 800 calories a day and try to get between 10-12000 steps a day. 3-4 days a week I run 2- 2 1/2 miles on the treadmill. I ask just recently added hand weights a thigh toning exercise to my workouts.

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

Thanks. And gee, sounds like you're working hard at it. Good for you on all that exercise, by the way.

The only other things I can think of for you to look at are:

* Are you eating enough Protein?

* At your activity level, could / should you be eating more calories?

* Are you drinking enough Water?

* Are you taking your meds / supplements as advised?

FYI -- just for your consideration (and not as advice) -- at 7 months post-op I was eating 1,200 cals/day and 100 grams of Protein -- and was still losing 5 pounds a month. Reached goal at 8.5 months. At 1700 calories/day (and 100 protein grams) I continued to lose weight slowly (1-2 pounds a month) for the next 8 months.

[JamieLogical 8,727]

I started at 221 and am currently 150. I eat around 800 calories a day and try to get between 10-12000 steps a day. 3-4 days a week I run 2- 2 1/2 miles on the treadmill. I ask just recently added hand weights a thigh toning exercise to my workouts.

What is your daily Protein goal and are you meeting it? Are you getting all your Water in? 800 calories a day seems too low for 7 months out and at your activity level, but I'm very curious about your Protein intake.

[valcatlett4 33]

I usually get 70-90 grams of Protein a day and I get at least 60 ounces of Water. I have however, started having a lot of coffee lately. Do you think that could hinder any weight loss. My nut. Suggested that we never go over 1000 calories. I almost feel like my body has had become accustomed to the same routine and intake everyday.

[JamieLogical 8,727]

I usually get 70-90 grams of Protein a day and I get at least 60 ounces of Water. I have however, started having a lot of coffee lately. Do you think that could hinder any weight loss. My nut. Suggested that we never go over 1000 calories. I almost feel like my body has had become accustomed to the same routine and intake everyday.

I don't see why you'd be limited to 1000 calories if you are exercising regularly. That's a recipe for starvation mode if ever there was one. I doubt coffee has any bearing on your weight loss. I drink 3 cups a day and got to goal and I'm maintaining just fine. I do take a PPI every day though.

[2goldengirl 2,076]

I agree, 800 calories seems too low for your activity level. I'd try adding a couple hundred calories and make sure you get a rest day in there at least once a week. Doing too much can hinder you just as much as doing too little.

[valcatlett4 33]

Thank you all!! JamieLogical what is PPI?

[JamieLogical 8,727]

Thank you all!! JamieLogical what is PPI?

Proton pump inhibitor. It reduced the creation of stomach acid. Without it I get reflux and heartburn.

[Wendyfm 494]

Try eating more. You may not be getting enough calories.

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I usually get 70-90 grams of Protein a day and I get at least 60 ounces of Water. I have however, started having a lot of coffee lately. Do you think that could hinder any weight loss. My nut. Suggested that we never go over 1000 calories. I almost feel like my body has had become accustomed to the same routine and intake everyday.

I agree that you may not be eating enough.

Also, if you are only getting 60 oz of Fluid, drinking coffee (caffeinated?), and exercising a lot you may need a lot more Water.< /p>

64 oz is a minimum and it is my understanding that anything with caffeine shouldn't count toward that 64 oz and that you would need more water to flush out the caffeine.

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