Slow and steady baby!

[Socaldixiegal]

I almost wrote "slow and steady is winning the race" but I've promised myself not to allude to anything that has a "finished" type of feel. So, anyway . . . .I'm over 4 months post-op (17 weeks to be precise). I'm thrilled with the weight loss so far. It's funny because in part it seems like a lot in a very short period of time, other times it feels slow, but it's averaging pretty steady.

I'm losing in fits and starts. Over the past month or so the weight loss was only about 5 lbs. Not much but still a decrease. Then I regrouped, focused on improving my eating by making a few minor tweaks (watching fats more) and began using a FitBit activity tracker about 5 weeks ago and have really focused on getting in my exercise. Then BAM, this morning I step on the scale and I'm down 5 lbs this week. Even more shocking was that this was a travel week but I made good food choices and packed my gym clothes - and used them!

Slow and steady! Averaging it out as 17 weeks and 35 lbs post op (i'm not including the 10 lost pre-op diet) I'm averaging just a hair over 2 lbs per week. I'll take that any day! Some weeks are more, some are less, some are none at all but it's all directionally awesome! I've also lost 16% of my original body weight and 54% of my excess weight. So perhaps it's not so slow after all!

As thrilled as I am for others when I see HUGE losses quickly I also wanted to share that sometimes the losses are a little slower but still successful. We're all unique.

[Dixiegirl]

I know it is great for you to realize that your trAvel weeks can be losing weeks for you as well. I have had my prelimary consultation and now have labs, dietary, etc. oh, and the little issue of $ as I am self pay. Now that I have made the decision I can't wait for the process to move forwArd. Hard to b patient...

[MrsB0324]

I love the fact that you don't use 'finish' as well because like you've so eloquently put it, the word does indicate an ending.....Good for you on your success now and future success to come!

[robertajanzen]

U r doing amazing!! 5 pound week!! Congrats

[cbridges1962]

I'm averaging 4.75 a week right now and I couldn't be happier. I know the average will slow down, but I don't care. I feel so good. I have not been able to clean my home properly for years because I just couldn't with my physical limitations. This morning I got up, had a burst of energy and cleaned bathroom, bedroom and kitchen spotless. My husband is going "What the hell", lol. To me that is better than anything I have accomplished to date.

[Breen]

I'm trying to wrap my brain around losing just the way you are. That seems like a nice steady pace and something to be proud of. Great job!

[Bilby]

I averaged 2 pounds a week for six months pre-op and am so happy that it allowed my body to adjust in so many positive ways. I have lost 5 pounds in each of the first 2 weeks post-op and will weigh-in tomorrow for the third. Like you ... Slow and sure is ok for me. I am off my meds, have no trouble with eating and drinking and feel good. Wishing you continued success

[Gwyn]

I like your attitude! I'm losing really slowly now too. The first five or so months I was dropping weight like crazy, but the last year it's been pretty slow. I worried at first but now find I don't mind. I'm eating healthy food and have made changes that will last the rest of my life without subsisting on shakes and never allowing myself any special occasion treats. I'm still losing; I'm just doing it slowly and I feel very healthy. When I was dropping weight like crazy I was tired and cold ALL the time. Slow is good.

[niamh]

My weight loss hasn't been fast either, and it's slowed down as time has gone on, but I couldn't be happier. We rock!

[Brenda2012]

If you think your weight loss is slow look at my #s I was 241 and now at 172 8 and half months!! I stii keep my head up high and continue bc I know I'll get there someday! Lets stay positive

[Delores512]

Congrats!! Great Job! As you mentioned it always seems to be going in the right direction. yay!

[CassieCat]

I almost wrote "slow and steady is winning the race" but I've promised myself not to allude to anything that has a "finished" type of feel. So, anyway . . . .I'm over 4 months post-op (17 weeks to be precise). I'm thrilled with the weight loss so far. It's funny because in part it seems like a lot in a very short period of time, other times it feels slow, but it's averaging pretty steady.

I'm losing in fits and starts. Over the past month or so the weight loss was only about 5 lbs. Not much but still a decrease. Then I regrouped, focused on improving my eating by making a few minor tweaks (watching fats more) and began using a FitBit activity tracker about 5 weeks ago and have really focused on getting in my exercise. Then BAM, this morning I step on the scale and I'm down 5 lbs this week. Even more shocking was that this was a travel week but I made good food choices and packed my gym clothes - and used them!

Slow and steady! Averaging it out as 17 weeks and 35 lbs post op (i'm not including the 10 lost pre-op diet) I'm averaging just a hair over 2 lbs per week. I'll take that any day! Some weeks are more, some are less, some are none at all but it's all directionally awesome! I've also lost 16% of my original body weight and 54% of my excess weight. So perhaps it's not so slow after all!

As thrilled as I am for others when I see HUGE losses quickly I also wanted to share that sometimes the losses are a little slower but still successful. We're all unique.

I said this in another thread: My best friend and I were out for a walk. She said, "Phil (that is my real name), what are you going to do if you don't make your goal weight?" I said, "I've already lost 46 lbs and if I only lost 30 more, I'd still be ahead of the game. WAY ahead of the game." I'm going to make it to my goal weight, however I'm still way ahead of the game :-) So are you and you should be proud of yourself.