My favorite WOW moment was going to Cedar Point and riding every single ride. Even though I weighed 179 lbs. I was still afraid mentally, that I wouldn't fit. I still love watching people's faces who have not seen me in ages. The jaw dropping is soo much fun. Congrats to ALL of us! It has been a wonderful, roller coaster ride. Linda 367/179/??

Wow, there have been so many Cheri! The little things like walking upstairs and not being out of breathe, crossing my legs, buying clothes in single digit sizes, being able to run after my kids and play with them, feeling so much more self confidence.....I could go on and on!!!!!!!!! Tracy B 328/150 5'9"

Congratulations Terri and Happy Anniversary!!!!!! Tracy B 328/150 5'9"

Lydia, Don't give up! Your "tool" is still there, you just have to get back to basics and work the program. YOU CAN DO IT!! If you are not going to a support group - GO! You need the support and help of others that have been where you are and where you've been. Hang in there! Vickie J.

Hi Becki! I don't think you're doing anything "wrong". It sounds like you are well intune with your body and its need as a post op. My only thoughts are even with cutting back on your workouts, you still work out quite a bit and you say that you're keeping your calories pretty low by only using 17pts and eating what sounds like all healthy foods, low carb, etc. Could your caloric intake be too low?? I know if I drop down too far my body holds on to every calorie and I have actually gained weight from not eating enough. Everyone's needs are different, but for me if I'm actively trying to lose I will consume around 1300cal but if I'm just in maintenance mode, I eat 1600-1800cal per day (I generally work out 4-5x's per week, 3-5 miles WATP, light weight training, etc). I think figuring out exactly where you need to be can be difficult b/c its really trial and error so mix it up a little bit and see what happens from one week to the next. I don't think you have to spend the rest of your life at the gym, at least I hope not, LOL! Also, from all of the reading that I've done, it seems like the 2yr mark is a big one for us. It seems like this might be the time when our bodies normalize or adjust to this new way of life. I've read where so many have said that they started to regain weight at the 2yr mark~from complacency, going back to their old eating habits, starting to test the waters a little too much with sugar and carbs, and some for no explained reason. So, my plan has been to weigh daily, track it on the calendar so I can watch for any trends, if I go up a few pounds to work them back off right away before 3lbs become 30lbs, etc. I'm at the same place as you, so I don't know if this will work in the long run or not, but I sure hope it does and at least I feel better knowing that I have a plan! Good Luck and keep me posted on how things are going for you! Tracy B 328/150 5'9"