Opinions to stop losing weight

[Danny Paul 761]

One of the few people I told about my WLS told me that I should stop loosing weight. She said I looked too thin. My reply " Even if I wanted to stop losing weight, it's all part of the procedure. I couldn't stop even if I wanted to."

[BooBee66 104]

Rain bow warrior how much do you exercise ,I need some tips asap

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[BrandiceLeSha 101]

One of the few people I told about my WLS told me that I should stop loosing weight. She said I looked too thin. My reply " Even if I wanted to stop losing weight, it's all part of the procedure. I couldn't stop even if I wanted to."

I think that's hard for people to understand. Even without trying I'm losing. And that's not bragging. Even if some people would think so

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[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

1 hour ago, BooBee66 said:

@Rainbow_Warrior how much do you exercise ,I need some tips asap

I exercise 13 days out of every 14.

I swim (ambling breaststroke) for 55 minutes to 145 minutes. (depends entirely on how much time I have before family commitments or part-time work).

I wade in chest-deep cool/cold Water for 45 to 125 minutes. (again, it depends entirely on how much time I have before family commitments or part-time work).

I complete three rotations of SIX minutes (18 minutes total) of in-water stretches and water aerobics (every second pool visit). These were designed/'choreographed' by my exercise physiologist under guidance from my Weight Loss Surgeon and his clinic dietitian.

On FOUR DAYS per week, my exercise physiologist has me complete resistance (SIX different exercises of 12 to 18 reps) at home in my rumpus room. These use velcro ankle-weights, high-tension stretch resistance bands, a firm chair and a pair of ONE KILOGRAM hand-weights.

Depending on the day and the time available to me, I accumulate between 13600 steps/strokes and 43,500.

My average day (see attached graphic for this morning's exercise: Thursday, 28th December, 2017) is about 25000 steps/strokes.

My exercise physiologist says, "Aim to clear 12000 steps/strokes at least six days per week. Exercise for at least 35 minutes per day. Try to never go three days without some resistance and balance exercises. At least three days per week, at the pool, do your water exercises before or after you swim."

I make the effort to do more than the minimum as (a) it's a good habit AND (b) it supports and, very possibly, accelerates my fitness and weight loss.

Edited December 28, 2017 by Rainbow_Warrior
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[BooBee66 104]

Thank you So much !I really need this

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[SkyJade 36]

People tell me that ALL the time... They always say "Ok now, don't lose anymore" or "what are you trying to do now ".... I always say "I'M GOOD, I GOT THIS" In other words LEAVE ME ALONE PLEASE!!!!! If I lose more weight, it gives me a little cushion incase I gain a few pounds..

9mo post op
Hw: 240
Sw: 232
Gw: 160
Cw: 146
5'5

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Like a lot of other people you have almost the same stats I have a question do you have any loose skin? I will be sleeves in March and that it my biggest concern

[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

1 hour ago, BooBee66 said:

I really need this

A valuable tip: Engage the help of an exercise physiologist (if you can afford it OR if it's covered by your health insurance).

I have had three consultations (30-45 mins each) and Matthew has looked at my body composition, my joint pain problems, my body shape and its 'bulges' and provided me a planned exercise program to supplement the swimming I was already doing.

(I am not into walking for exercise as there's too much knee and ankle stress and pain for me. Swimming is ideal as the flotation aspect takes pressure off my leg joints.)

The idea of using an expert who can watch and guide you from your stats is so worthwhile! Money well spent!

[BigAussieGirl 162]

@Rainbow_Warrior I totally agree - seeing an exercise physiologist was one of the best decisions I've made. I really appreciated their support and the way they tailored a program for me.

[Charlie75 82]

Several people at my job has expressed concern...lol. I smile. Nice being on the other side of concern about my weight.

“You look so frail! How are you still standing?” OMG Thank you!!


Highest Wt: 265 lbs
Surgery Wt: 250 lbs
Goal Wt: 175lbs
Current Wt: 165 lbs

[TexasMommy80 297]

@Rainbow_Warrior I totally agree - seeing an exercise physiologist was one of the best decisions I've made. I really appreciated their support and the way they tailored a program for me.

My insurance covers one appointment and I was so excited to hear this. I am definitely taking advantage! I work out all of the time already, but I want to shift my focus to almost all weight lifting after the surgery, with only cardio as a warmup. In the past, I used jogging to control my weight, and I absolutely loved it. My knee replacement doesn’t allow me to continue that, at least at this weight.

[ThickGirl5683 318]

Like a lot of other people you have almost the same stats I have a question do you have any loose skin? I will be sleeves in March and that it my biggest concern

I have the normal loose skin on my arms, stomach (I've had 4 kids), and my upper thighs. It's not horrible and I don't have to wear spanks to "control " it, but I'm NOT to the point where Id feel comfortable in a bathing suit without a cover up either. I'd really like to tone more so I'm working on adding weights to my workouts. I want a tight body...

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[fruitandveggies 456]

This kills me. In 2006 I lost 115 pounds and people told me I was too skinny. I was a size 14, 144 pounds at 5'5. I let it get to my head and gained all my weight back and then some.

This time, my doctors are doing it. ALL of them. They are telling me my goal weight is crazy, that at the least I could be in the 150s. I have no idea why they are discouraging me and telling me things that are obviously against basic standards set by their own medical community (BMI). I've got a very small frame (wedding ring is a size 4) and I know what I look like at 150. Like I said, I was still a size 14. This pisses me off so much I don't even want to go to any appointments anymore. When someone says this kind of thing to me I want to become a teenager again and scream LEAVE ME THE EFF ALONE!!

So yeah...feel you!

[BooBee66 104]

Do what feels rite for you that's what I already decided for myself! Good luck

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[PrayingForWeightLoss 337]

Has anyone had people telling them not to lose any more weight? I don't mind being told that if I'm getting way too skinny.. But I'm not even at suggested goal weight yet much less anything on a chart. I'm 5'4 and 155 pounds. It normally wouldn't bother me, but it seems like my whole family is saying that criticising what I eat. I don't mind concern, but this just seems a little overboard.
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You do you. We were judged when we we were obese and we get judged when we lose the weight. As long as your doctor says your bloods indicate you are healthy, continue to lose that weight. I am midway down to my goal/desired weight but I have said to myself that if I am healthy and continue to lose weight past my goal weight, I will take that happily. Well done on your weight loss by the way! It takes a big commitment in this journey to be as successful as you have been.

[BrandiceLeSha 101]

You do you. We were judged when we we were obese and we get judged when we lose the weight. As long as your doctor says your bloods indicate you are healthy, continue to lose that weight. I am midway down to my goal/desired weight but I have said to myself that if I am healthy and continue to lose weight past my goal weight, I will take that happily. Well done on your weight loss by the way! It takes a big commitment in this journey to be as successful as you have been.

Thanks! And yes you're right, people judge regardless

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