Need advice related to weight gain

I have not been around in awhile...just living life, work, family, etc.  I am 3 years s/p gastric bypass and never made it to my goal but got to a really happy and comfortable place.  Stayed there for 2 years but over the past year have gained back 30 pounds.  I am devastated!  I had slacked off on excercise and had begun snaking so I jumped in and joined the Y and excercised 45-60 minutes/day and kept a food journal which shows me averaging about 1500 calories a day.  I always get in my protein and supplements and sometimes my fluids.  I am frustrated because I have continued to gain even with all that I am doing.  Feeling so lost and down.  Need advice!  My surgeon's office has a weekly support group but it meets at 6pm and I either wor****il 7:30 or 11;30.
I am starting to lose this wonderful confident person that I became and am so sad!

I am greatful for any thoughts or advice!

KB

You are doing so many good things already. The acknowledgement of your situation, the food journal, the exercise. It sounds like you are recommitted. So what do you feel that you still need. If you clarify your needs, maybe someone will be able to respond. I'm up analyzing my own journey. I'll be three years out in June. That was my personal timeline to meet goal. I won't get there by then mostly because I slacked and snacked off this last year. Now I'm experiencing body aches again and that's not where I want to be. I really just have to divorce myself from taste good to convert to good for me. Stay strong girl and be committed. You are on the right track to success.

Thanks for the reply and encouragement!

Hello KB,

I am so glad that you have chosen to recommit yourself to using your tool.  That is a huge step to come forward and post publically.  I am very proud of you!!

I would like to suggest that you go back to basics. It sucks but it will help you get back on track and lose the weight that you have gained. I had to do the very same because I love slider foods and when I have problems I graze all day long.

Suggestion do the 5 day pouch test.

http://5daypouchtest.com/plan/theplan.html

Messure your foods and increase your fluid intake.  Change your exercise regimen to give a shock to your body and you will see how you will beging to lose the weight again.  Stay focused and know that I am here for you.  If you need to talk just contact me at anytime. 

Wishing you all the best sweetie.  We are all human and we sometimes fall back, but the good thing is that we get back up and move forward.  Today is a NEW day so Have a GREAT day on PURPOSE!

Hugs,

Cira

Thanks Cira...think I will try the 5-day pouch test!

if you are actually keeping track of your food and exercising, gaining does not make sense to me. i would suggest making an appt w/ ur surgeon or their nutritionist to see what might be in your diet that could cause continued gain. try to stay positive.

Hey girlie it is great to see you, send me an email and I can give you some awesome info.

Hugs Kristen

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