So Sad....

Hi everyone, I'm really struggling with depression, my weight is not dropping... I'm 5-1/2 months out and the weight loss has stopped... I've lost 68 lbs so far... I join a gym 6 weeks ago, to try and jump starts my weigh loss. I have been walking 1 mile on the treadmill and 10 miles on the bike, plus working with weight machines 4 times a week and haven't lost a pound... I know muscle weighs more than fat, and I'm building muscle.. my brain knows but my heart is sad... I'm getting remeasured next Wednesday... I have always had a depression problem, I take wellbutrin (anti-depressant) currently I have taken them for years.. I know 68 lbs I should be happy, I know... Could my medication be slowing my loss??? Plus my hair is falling out... Thanks for any advise... Jeanne

I've lost a little bit more than this but only a few pounds more... and too have been battling with depression.... do see a doctor - there's no reason you should have to suffer. I've heard these plateaus are normal... I've been taking my measurements once a month all the way along - to help me feel a little better when I stall like this.... - I think you would experience the same - cause you probably have toned up - & this would lead to lower measurements.... I will keep you in my thoughts - go see your doctor - no need to suffer Much affection. Pam.

Pam, Thanks for you kind words... I need to be more patient with myself and realize I didn't gain all this over night... Have a great weekend!! Jeanne

Hi Jeanne, I'm sorry that you are feeling down right now. I'll be 6 months post op on tuesday. I'm currently down 70 lbs. So we're about the same. I just keep telling myself that I didn't gain it all over night. So I know it will take time to lose it. To be honest, this is the most i've ever lost in my life. From my highest weight i'm down 103. 70 of that is from surgery. How do you feel physically? I feel better than i've felt in years. I can breathe better and sleep better. I can walk quite a distance without tiring. I feel better about myself. Appearance, esteem etc. I'm truly feel blessed to have had this wonderful opportunity. Oh yeah.. my hair if falling out too. I'm going to be a skinny, bald chick soon. I wish I had the answer for the hair loss problem. But from what i've read on this board we just have to sit and be patient and it will start to grow back. I really hope soon!!! I don't know your starting weight or what your goal is. But sounds like you're doing fine. I hope you start to feel better soon. Good luck with the rest of your journey. ~Angel 255/222/152/118

Angel, I do truly feel so much better, I would have never thought I would be able to work out at the gym like I have (1-1/2 - 2 hrs) I know I look a 100% better... I started out at 248 and I'm currently 180, my goal is 150 at this point... I need to be more patient with myself, and quit comparing with others... Thanks for your words encouragement... Jeanne

Dont be sad........ I too am 5 months out,,,,, (Nov 29) and i have only lost 65 lbs....... Seems there are alot more of us out there losing slow than we think there are. Be patient.......... How much were you when you started? I was 260...... I know it will come off for us... I am beginning to feel like i can eat more and i am getting worried but i know we have to work this thing ,,,,,,,, so keep your chin up. We will do it. joann

Hi Joann, Thanks for your words of encouragement... I am struggling with myself to stay to the program, and eat right... Those damm carbs... lol But, I will be more patient... This really helps getting feed back from you all !!! Jeanne

Jeanne, I have been a slow loser all along. I am 6 mos out and have lost 65lbs. It will come off. I experienced a plateau recently and it is so hard. I understand. Don't get too down because if you keep doing the right things the weight will continue to drop. You're doing great! Don't beat yourself up anymore. Be happy! Debbie

Hi Debbie, I will stop beating myself up!!! I'll just keep repeating "I'm doing great, and it will come off" LOL You have a great weekend... You all have have brighten my day... Jeanne

I'm glad you're feeling better. Tomorrow is a new day. We will all get to goal. Just at different times. I'm sure there are many that will get there before me. That's ok. You know what they say? Slow and steady wins the race. All of us slow losers can all celebrate together. God Bless, ~Angel 255/222/152/118