update, and a few questions

Hey fellow losers!!! My surgery was on August 11th, 2004. I started at 287 and a size 22-24. I'm now at 163 and a size 12. I feel like I'm stuck though! Granted, I still lose about a pound or so a week, I've been in 12s for quite awhile now. Does anyone know of anything I may be able to do to jump start my body back into losing mode? I workout at the gym every morning (alternating weights, cardio, and classes depending on the day of the week), I still don't eat sugar, I drink plenty of water, and still eat very small amounts. I feel like I'm doing all the right things, but I'm not getting any smaller! Secondly, did anyone else experience a severe rollercoaster of emotions yet? My mood swings , sleepless nights , and unexplained crying were so terrible I finally went to see my doctor. He put me on some medication, and I have to admit that I've been a completely different person for the past three weeks. I'm on birth control as well just to prevent any surprises that my husband and I aren't ready for yet. I didn't know if this sudden change in mood had to do with the surgery or what. I had a miscarriage of what's called a "molar pregnancy" a few months ago, but I thought I was over those depressing feelings. Then all of these emotions starting setting in.... any explanations? Congratulations to everyone on your great weight loss! We have so much to be happy and thankful for, don't we? Have a wonderful day! Blessings, Carissa

Hey Carissa, The emotional roller coaster ride you're on is likely caused by your hormones going nuts between the miscarriage and the birth control... just give your body a little time and patience while you recover. You're doing awesome with your weight loss! Any time I've been stuck I've tried kicking up my cardio, increasing water intake, and of course PROTEIN!!! An interesting side note... a fellow poster here wrote last week about a major munchies attack she experienced... she gave into it and those extra calories actually jump-started her weight loss!!! Weird I know, but maybe you're just not getting enough in per day... Just remember to focus on HEALTHY alternatives and don't overdo it! Best of luck! Lots of love, Dawn

I actually just read that post! I definitely would get super sick if I ate the things that she did (pizza, and entire hamburger, ice cream). Just thinking about it makes me feel ill! Not to down her by any means, I just know that my body couldn't handle those things. I was talking to one of my bosses today who also works out at the 24 Hour Fitness where I do, and he was telling me a few things to try with my cardio exercise. I know I definitely need to be eating more protein, as well. Sometimes I just get scared that I will eat too much, so I eat a very tiny "snack" instead which is usually some sliced mozzarella cheese (low in fat) and some whole wheat crackers. Not a lot of protein there, I know! You also are doing fabulously well! I spent about 10 minutes reading some of your posts and your profile, and you're doing (and looking) amazing! If you'd like to know a little more, check out my profile. I try to keep it as up to date as possible. Thanks for the feedback, and have an outstanding day! Blessings, Carissa

There was some protein there...remember that 1oz of cheese has 7g protein! That was a great snack...combo of a complex carb & protein. Kristy