Is anyone over 50 years old and having a hard time loosing?Well I am and I could use some tips.My goal is to loose 140#s and have lost only 90#s so far. K

I am sorry to hear that some people don't like the roll calls. Personally, I don't have much time to be on the board, but the roll call is my favorite part. I like to know that I am pretty much on the right track and it is a fact of life that some are losing faster and some are losing slower than me. I really hope this isn't taken the wrong way, I do not say it to bash or upset anyone... but the people that are unhappy with the roll call and seeing the progress of others need to consider talking frankly to their surgeon, nutritionist, and perhaps a psycologist. There is a large chance that these professionals can help them to realize what is going on and why. Honestly, too many people enjoy these roll calls and I don't feel that getting rid of them will help to solve the problems of those that emailed you. Well, on to my roll call. I had my check up yesterday, and all seems to be in order. For this check up I saw a different person, my surgeon's assistant. She pretty much told me that at my year mark I should be at goal, which I was never told a goal weight. So, when I asked she said for my height it should be anywhere from 150 to 170. She also stated that truthfully it isn't about a number it is about feeling healthy. She then went on to tell me that right now I look healthy, so if I feel good I could say I was at goal right now. Which is how I feel, if I stopped losing weight right now I would be a bit disapointed, but really it wouldn't be the end of the world. I do feel much better and I am much healthier and happier. Sunday I am planning on going kyacking(sp?), at 304 pounds the mere thought of it was just rediculous! So, I guess the moral of her story was... the number on the scale really doesn't mean that much. And when I think about it I know she is right... how can it mean that much when our bodies are all different, as far as water retention and muscle mass. I have been very lucky through this whole journey... I feel good! Surgery October 19th 304lbs. Todays Weight 181 ------------------------------- Total loss 123 lbs. I wish everyone health and happiness. HAve a wonderful day! Amber

Well I'm part of the slow loser group! I'm just at 76 pounds and the scale has been stuck between 213-216 for the last 9 weeks!!!! I'm scared the losing is over for me, but I have to keep hoping it's just a big stall. I do have very low iron and have read this can slow down your metabolism. I'm doing my 2 mile walk 4x a week and just upped my water intake to 11 glasses a day. Hopefully this will help and I'll start losing again. I'm even thinking of joining Weigh****chers! UGH!!! I have noticed my appetite has increased greatly in the last week or so, it's strange and a bit scary! I want carbs, but know this is the worst. If I eat protein I am full instantly though. Anyway, I always lurk, rarely post, but wanted to check in when I saw this post today. So, to the other slow losers out there, your not alone!!!! Best, Joyce 292/216/???

Good evening everyone! I say keep the roll call going. I love to see everyone's progress and also to know that I am not alone when I am having a slow down. My daughter just celebrated her 2nd brithday today and I feel fabulous, better than in years. I am down 96lbs, give or take a lb or two and my doc and I couldn't be happier. He said I was ahead of the average percentages at 6 months and my blood work was wonderful. Good luck and congratulations to everyone no matter where you are in your journey. Heather

Keep posting!!!! I also like to compare my loss to others. But I also remind myself that we are all different. Surgery date: Oct 26, 2004 Starting weight: 283.5 Today's weight: 182 Loss: 101.5