Need Help Getting Back On Track

[Leo85 16]

Hi ! Was sleeved at the end October and Down 52lbs. These past 2 weeks i have not been disciplined. I haven't gone off the wagon per say but don't feel like I have been on a good schedule. Picking here and there and not planning actual meals. I honestly don't think im eating enough. What have been ways you've gotten back on track? Or reset the pouch as I have read. Im so happy with my sleeve. Just need to kick my butt into gear. Kinda mad at myself for it but looking for advice for others. Thanks!

[LittleLizzieLilliput 919]

I find that focusing on my Water, 10K steps per day and Protein goals helps me refocus. Water and Protein help the body fight off hunger. Hitting the 64oz of water minimum and trying to get 90 g protein keep me from being hungry. Getting out and walking 3 times a day to hit my 10K steps keeps my mind focused and my body busy. I put on energetic music and get out there! The sun, fresh air and activity boost my serotonin which helps with my attitude which helps me be happy about my goals.

Additionally, Peanut Butter. lol! It's my happy place. When I feel a little snacky I scoop a tablespoon of peanut butter & nibble away slowly, filled with Proteins and fats and not much carbs.

[allwet 868]

Leo, if there is one thing i wish i had known before surgery it would be how hard the mental game was going to get.

the long term (3-10 years) success of your GS is all about the new habits and the mental strength you develop during the first year. food goes from being a major part of your life to being almost an afterthought.

You will find yourself with idle hands and that is never good. Plan for these times and find a way to use this extra time for your benefit.

You are seeing the difficulties of the mental aspect of this surgery now and how you work thru it will be the difference in how successful the surgery is for you.

Good luck and hang in there.

[jess9395 5,449]

The first thing to do is actually TRACK so you can see for real what you are eating.

There’s no getting back on track without tracking, so you know for sure if you are eating too much or to little or just not the right things.

Start there!