Sounds like some exciting things are happening at work. You'll have to keep is posted. I had that thought, "Maybe this is it." So many times. And so far the weight loss has continued. For me, I think it comes from trying so hard in the past and then ultimately failing. Loved getting to spend some time with you this weekend
I had to chuckle. The concerns you voice about your fears are practically word for word the EXACT same issue I talked about in my week 5, 6 and 7 updates. I wondered if it's a typical thing - stalling, hovering around the same few pounds for what seems like forEVER. And, interestingly, I too found that even though I wasn't losing weight my body was truly getting smaller. My clothes at the beginning of my 2 week stall fit way looser at the end. I don't understand that, but I'll take it. And YES, my weight loss did resume, and YES it has continued. The only thing I did differently was lighten up on my crazy military efforts to stay EXACTLY on plan - protein first, then veggies and nary a carb crossed my lips. And, like you, I really had a hard time eating much more than 500 calories a day. As totally insane as it sounds, I QUIT tracking (accidentally at first - had several crazy-busy days and couldn't get to it). I ate when I was hungry and made sane choices, but allowed myself the occasional half slice of bread, a bite or two of pie and ice cream at my grandson's B-day party, and that kind of stuff. And then the weight started to come off again. This last week I lost 6 pounds. That's 6 pounds!!! I'm not suggesting that you do what I did. I don't even know if there's any correlation between my change to more relaxed "normal" eating and my resumed weight loss. But - it's working for me, at least for now. If I need to change it up, or back, or up or down, I will. The one thing I did learn (see my most recent video) is that it's totally normal to worry about this stuff at the beginning. Even though you've watched others go through the same thing, you have to go through it yourself before you relax a bit and realize that this is just the way it works. At the beginning, especially, since we're deep in the throes of trying to figure out how the hell we're supposed to feed ourselves after ____ years of eating another way, we're trying to follow our doc's instructions and our nutritionist's diet (which is significantly different than ALL the other docs and nutritionists through the universe, apparently - what is that??). So try not to worry, TK, and trust the process and your sleeve. You're right, logic says you can't NOT lose weight. You, your sleeve and your body will all reach a consensus before too long. What choice do we have? Hope you had a great meet-n-greet. Wish I could come and play too.
It's funny, that difference in thinking from your logical viewpoint vs your emotional one. I try to listen to my logical side as much as possible--she's much smarter! I'm headed the right direction, so all is well. Take care! xo
TK Sleever Hey . . . how's everything else, uh, working out? Are you moving consistently yet? I had to up my stool softeners to 2 a day - one morning one at night, and that's been a really good move. I'm laughing out loud here, as I struggle to find a delicate way to ask you if you're taking regular shits yet. Sheese.
TK I AM SORRY ABOUT NOT GETTING TO TALK TO YOU MORE BUT I ENJOYED MEETING YOU! YOUR GETTING SO SMALL! THIS WAS A GREAT VIDEO HOPE YOU HAD LOTS OF FUN NEXT TIME I WILL STAY FOR THE WHOLE EVENT! YOU ARE SO SWEET! DIXIE
that's really exciting about possibly getting to work with a bariatric surgeon! try weighing yourself only once a week. you will see the scale move. you are doing great! try a few calorie dense foods (not high sugar). for instance, I struggle to keep my calories low so I do low fat cheese. so maybe do the opposite of what I do, lol.
What couch to 5k program are you using?? Usually it's like a 5 minute warm up then alternating 60 seconds of jogging with 90 seconds of walking, etc. Your interval program sounds like a much better plan! Hope you have fun at the M&G
I started using a different one from Zen, that MamaMiaVSG told me about. Waaaaay better! It's like what you described. Now, I just need to get my arthritis under control, and life will be good.
Girl, you're using a crazy C25K program. I'm going to send you the link to the one I'm using via FB. It's walk for 5 minutes, run for 60 seconds, walk for 90 seconds, repeat for 20 minutes. I understand the frustration about the limbo weight thing. I've been basically the same weight for 2 weeks. So frustrating!!
Thanks so much for the info on Zen's C25K--so much better! I can restart again in a couple days, so hopefully it'll go better this time. Can't wait to try it with my knee brace.
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Sounds like some exciting things are happening at work. You'll have to keep is posted. I had that thought, "Maybe this is it." So many times. And so far the weight loss has continued. For me, I think it comes from trying so hard in the past and then ultimately failing. Loved getting to spend some time with you this weekend
It was so much fun hanging out with you, too. I hope you can make it my way next month!
So nice to meet you this weekend!!!
It was great to meet you, too, Lynette!
I had to chuckle. The concerns you voice about your fears are practically word for word the EXACT same issue I talked about in my week 5, 6 and 7 updates. I wondered if it's a typical thing - stalling, hovering around the same few pounds for what seems like forEVER. And, interestingly, I too found that even though I wasn't losing weight my body was truly getting smaller. My clothes at the beginning of my 2 week stall fit way looser at the end. I don't understand that, but I'll take it.
And YES, my weight loss did resume, and YES it has continued. The only thing I did differently was lighten up on my crazy military efforts to stay EXACTLY on plan - protein first, then veggies and nary a carb crossed my lips. And, like you, I really had a hard time eating much more than 500 calories a day. As totally insane as it sounds, I QUIT tracking (accidentally at first - had several crazy-busy days and couldn't get to it). I ate when I was hungry and made sane choices, but allowed myself the occasional half slice of bread, a bite or two of pie and ice cream at my grandson's B-day party, and that kind of stuff. And then the weight started to come off again. This last week I lost 6 pounds. That's 6 pounds!!!
I'm not suggesting that you do what I did. I don't even know if there's any correlation between my change to more relaxed "normal" eating and my resumed weight loss. But - it's working for me, at least for now. If I need to change it up, or back, or up or down, I will.
The one thing I did learn (see my most recent video) is that it's totally normal to worry about this stuff at the beginning. Even though you've watched others go through the same thing, you have to go through it yourself before you relax a bit and realize that this is just the way it works. At the beginning, especially, since we're deep in the throes of trying to figure out how the hell we're supposed to feed ourselves after ____ years of eating another way, we're trying to follow our doc's instructions and our nutritionist's diet (which is significantly different than ALL the other docs and nutritionists through the universe, apparently - what is that??).
So try not to worry, TK, and trust the process and your sleeve. You're right, logic says you can't NOT lose weight. You, your sleeve and your body will all reach a consensus before too long.
What choice do we have?
Hope you had a great meet-n-greet. Wish I could come and play too.
It's funny, that difference in thinking from your logical viewpoint vs your emotional one. I try to listen to my logical side as much as possible--she's much smarter! I'm headed the right direction, so all is well. Take care! xo
TK Sleever
Hey . . . how's everything else, uh, working out? Are you moving consistently yet? I had to up my stool softeners to 2 a day - one morning one at night, and that's been a really good move.
I'm laughing out loud here, as I struggle to find a delicate way to ask you if you're taking regular shits yet. Sheese.
i am so proud of you
Thanks, Maryellen!
TK I AM SORRY ABOUT NOT GETTING TO TALK TO YOU MORE BUT I ENJOYED MEETING YOU! YOUR GETTING SO SMALL! THIS WAS A GREAT VIDEO HOPE YOU HAD LOTS OF FUN NEXT TIME I WILL STAY FOR THE WHOLE EVENT! YOU ARE SO SWEET! DIXIE
I know, I didn't even see you leave. I was like, "Where's Dixie!?" Next time, sister!
that's really exciting about possibly getting to work with a bariatric surgeon! try weighing yourself only once a week. you will see the scale move. you are doing great! try a few calorie dense foods (not high sugar). for instance, I struggle to keep my calories low so I do low fat cheese. so maybe do the opposite of what I do, lol.
I've been doing better at getting my calories up--Blue Diamond flavored almonds are my new treat. Wow, are they ever good! See you soon, Christine!
What couch to 5k program are you using?? Usually it's like a 5 minute warm up then alternating 60 seconds of jogging with 90 seconds of walking, etc. Your interval program sounds like a much better plan! Hope you have fun at the M&G
I started using a different one from Zen, that MamaMiaVSG told me about. Waaaaay better! It's like what you described. Now, I just need to get my arthritis under control, and life will be good.
Girl, you're using a crazy C25K program. I'm going to send you the link to the one I'm using via FB. It's walk for 5 minutes, run for 60 seconds, walk for 90 seconds, repeat for 20 minutes.
I understand the frustration about the limbo weight thing. I've been basically the same weight for 2 weeks. So frustrating!!
Thanks so much for the info on Zen's C25K--so much better! I can restart again in a couple days, so hopefully it'll go better this time. Can't wait to try it with my knee brace.