WHY TRY IF THOSE LAST POUNDS JUST WON'T COME OFF? (xpost)
I don't post to this board very often anymore but I'm in a mood and I have something to say. Sit back or just skip it folks.
My screen name MSW has been followed by several comments. Will Not Settle is my personal affirmation that I will not settle for being overweight. Not that many people read my tiraids ranting and *****ing etc; but, be clear that this is NOT a criticism of anyone's personal goal weight.
My bmi is once again in the overweight category by three of the nine extra pounds I'm carrying. I know, I know, in relation to this site I'm not very big. In reality I'm bigger than I should be by 10-15 lbs. Two plus years post op with under 100 lbs total wl needed. It is frustration beyond belief.
Recap for those who have not tasted this whine: I loose excrutiatingly slow then gain up to 15 lbs rapidly; loose again and repeat. I'm still 8 lbs shy of getting a 20 lb gain off these thighs. Yesterday I had a long detailed talk with my endocrinologist.
She is the third doc to tell me that's just how I'm made. Plus its agravated by medications. She is the only doc to explain in detail why as it applies specifically to me. I've only been seeing her six months or so but she noted I have all the signs of untreated long term hashimoto's thyroiditis and long term steroid use. Both conditions fight weight loss and make it painfully slow in an up and down cycle. I won't go over the mechanics of metabolism here but it is a far better explanation than that's just how you're made.
Bottom line: I can and will make my goal if I keep doing what I' doing now. The big however is it will and must be an extremely slow process. I may not be a stable 10-15 lbs lighter for another year. Or two years.
Why? Set points. My body is attempring to weigh 160 lbs. If I won't eat to 160 lbs it will fkcu me over with insulin resistance so it can store fat and I will gain weight or fail to loose weight doing the right thing. My body is working to slow metabolism; however, if I don't break and continue to behave like a 130 lb woman who exercises I will win the war.
Sooooo, giving up will make things worse but further cutting back or ramping up workouts to increase burn will also make things worse. I need to live in maintenance of my final goal over the long haul. She gave me guidance on how to do this as best for me. My weight will eventually catch up by going down. My smallest clothes will eventually fit for good.
If you are frustrated and ready to give up think about this. All of my unrelated docs have independently stated I should eventually be a very healthy 130-135 lbs as long as I keep living to plan. Try living the life of someone who is already where you want to be. If it can get me there with my issues it will likely work for you too. Just bear in mind the time line may be a non issue for you too. It will happen when it does.
I guess its time for me to stop stressing or at least try. I have detailed knowledge now. I'm going to put it to good use because MSW will not settle.
My screen name MSW has been followed by several comments. Will Not Settle is my personal affirmation that I will not settle for being overweight. Not that many people read my tiraids ranting and *****ing etc; but, be clear that this is NOT a criticism of anyone's personal goal weight.
My bmi is once again in the overweight category by three of the nine extra pounds I'm carrying. I know, I know, in relation to this site I'm not very big. In reality I'm bigger than I should be by 10-15 lbs. Two plus years post op with under 100 lbs total wl needed. It is frustration beyond belief.
Recap for those who have not tasted this whine: I loose excrutiatingly slow then gain up to 15 lbs rapidly; loose again and repeat. I'm still 8 lbs shy of getting a 20 lb gain off these thighs. Yesterday I had a long detailed talk with my endocrinologist.
She is the third doc to tell me that's just how I'm made. Plus its agravated by medications. She is the only doc to explain in detail why as it applies specifically to me. I've only been seeing her six months or so but she noted I have all the signs of untreated long term hashimoto's thyroiditis and long term steroid use. Both conditions fight weight loss and make it painfully slow in an up and down cycle. I won't go over the mechanics of metabolism here but it is a far better explanation than that's just how you're made.
Bottom line: I can and will make my goal if I keep doing what I' doing now. The big however is it will and must be an extremely slow process. I may not be a stable 10-15 lbs lighter for another year. Or two years.
Why? Set points. My body is attempring to weigh 160 lbs. If I won't eat to 160 lbs it will fkcu me over with insulin resistance so it can store fat and I will gain weight or fail to loose weight doing the right thing. My body is working to slow metabolism; however, if I don't break and continue to behave like a 130 lb woman who exercises I will win the war.
Sooooo, giving up will make things worse but further cutting back or ramping up workouts to increase burn will also make things worse. I need to live in maintenance of my final goal over the long haul. She gave me guidance on how to do this as best for me. My weight will eventually catch up by going down. My smallest clothes will eventually fit for good.
If you are frustrated and ready to give up think about this. All of my unrelated docs have independently stated I should eventually be a very healthy 130-135 lbs as long as I keep living to plan. Try living the life of someone who is already where you want to be. If it can get me there with my issues it will likely work for you too. Just bear in mind the time line may be a non issue for you too. It will happen when it does.
I guess its time for me to stop stressing or at least try. I have detailed knowledge now. I'm going to put it to good use because MSW will not settle.
MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
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V'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
I read a very interesting book about set-point......to reset when you are close to (within 10 pounds) the deal is to lose two pounds and hold that loss for 6 months......two more pounds.....six more months.....you concentrate only on holding that loss....not trying to lose the whole 10. Interesting concept. Susan
Obesity Help Support Group Leader - The Woman Warrior
286/170/131 (starting/goal/current)
LBL - 10-30-08, brachioplasty/augmentation 2-26-09, medial thigh lift 3-16-09
Plastics - Dr. Joseph Fodero
286/170/131 (starting/goal/current)
LBL - 10-30-08, brachioplasty/augmentation 2-26-09, medial thigh lift 3-16-09
Plastics - Dr. Joseph Fodero
286/170/140/131 (starting weight/goal/surgeons goal/current)
LBL 10-30-08 - Joseph Fodero
Brachioplasty/Breast Augmentation - 2=24-09
To use my father in law's expression, Good on ya. My body has chosen a set point of 152.4. Oh yes, .4. At 5'2' that is not thin, but works OK. I think I will try Susan's suggestion, because I would really like to weigh 142 again. BTW, I was six years out yesterday. Of course if I would exercise I could go anywhere.
Congrats on your success and your determination. Armed with that and your new knowledge, your will achieve your new goal. Loris
Congrats on your success and your determination. Armed with that and your new knowledge, your will achieve your new goal. Loris
Loris 344/119@ 5'2" Below Goal
Lower body lift 10/17/2007
Upper body lift 1/23/2008
You will make your goal if you continue doing what you are doing indeed... however you are carrying those extra pounds really well because I just did not see them... and YOU and I just had breakfast at 5 a.m. yesterday morning when you were in the vicinity of my workplace for your treatment....
This is us yesterday morning and you do not look any bigger than me and I weighed 121.5 pounds this morning ... trying to get back up to 123-125.... RELAX... and keep going what you know you have to do...
MSW WILL NOT SETTLE! and I believe that my beautiful sista!
This is us yesterday morning and you do not look any bigger than me and I weighed 121.5 pounds this morning ... trying to get back up to 123-125.... RELAX... and keep going what you know you have to do...
MSW WILL NOT SETTLE! and I believe that my beautiful sista!
RNY 2/5/07 no regain having implemented lifestyle changes....
Post Date: 3/31/11 3:14 pm
Interesting stories and feedback from you all. The acceptable goal varies widely among us. I am greatful to finally learn WHAT IT WILL TAKE TO BREAK THIS SET POINT. I asked for an initial goal then reduced it with my surgeon and again with my endocrinologist. One thing all my various docs agree on is it can be done. All you METABOLICALLY CHALLENGED folks out there, don give up on you. Your approach may need to be different and it may take longer than a no op but it can be done. Thanks for all your ideas and perspectives.
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