I am 51, 5ft 6 and weight 330. I am curious what a realistic weight loss goal would be in a year.

I want to set my sights on something realistic

Just remember you get out of the band what you put into it...e.g., fllowing band rules of Protein first etc, adding exercise, not drinking while eating, etc. But based upon your weight I would say 80 lbs in a year is a very reasonable goal. You can prob. lose more...In 14 months I am down 106.

GOOD LUCK!:biggrin:

I am 51, 5ft 6 and weight 330. I am curious what a realistic weight loss goal would be in a year.

I want to set my sights on something realistic

Hello bayareanan,

My goal for the first year is 100 pounds. My starting weight was the same as your weight and I'm the same height. I will exercise myself to death if means I make my goal

I too believe that you get wwhat you put into it. I am almsot 7 months out and have lost 98 pounds (I have NOT updated my ticker lately)!! I am so excited, but I have certainly been working hard for these results...........=)) Good luck and best wishes!!

I am 51, 5ft 6 and weight 330. I am curious what a realistic weight loss goal would be in a year.

I want to set my sights on something realistic

According to my calculations, based on my journey, you should be able to lose about 100 lbs in the first year. That is 55% of your excess body fat.

That said, remember that for everyone the journey is different. Some people lose at a real fast pace and others do not. It is completely true that the band is only one tool. You have to use other tools and you have to learn to use the tools you have effectively to reach your goal. You will have ups and downs, and you will have times of no loss at all. That is all part of the journey. Just keep plugging through and don't give up. Set mini-goals along the way and before you know it, you're 2 years out and at or near your goal. Where do you think you would be 2 years from now without the band?

Have fun along the way.

Yes, I agree w/ the rest. What you put into it is what you get. I will be banded a year sept 25th. I have only lost 40 lbs. I have not lost anything since march but this is because I have not been doing what I should. The band is a tool & you must WORK IT. GOOD LUCK!!!