Weight Gain

Oh No!! My job was eliminated in Dec and I fell back into some old habits. Staying up late and snacking late at night, not eating my three meals a day and drinking coffee all day. I got on the scale yesterday and I had gained 5 lbs, I felt horrible and knew that  I had to get myself under control and get back on track. Today was a liquid only day- 3 protein drinks + jello and water. I didn't think I could do it but I did and my spirits have been renewed. Tomorrow I am going to start Stage 3 of my post op diet for the next two weeks then advance to Stage 4 for another week before advancing to normal eating plan. I m hoping that this will give my new stomach a rest and help me to get back on track.
Not working also interfered with my exercise routine-I was using my exercise bike every morning at 5 AM but since I was not getting up for work I had not use my bike in 3 weeks. So now I set my clock and get up just like I'm going to work and do my exercises.
By the time my new job starts the 2ND week in Feb I hope to be on track.
I am 18 months post op and did not truly realize how easy it is to fall back into unhealthy habits-we can never take our WLS for granted, it really is a life long choice that we have to choose every single day.

Congratulations on getting back on the wagon.  It's so easy to get sidelines, but you stopped it a 5 pounds.

You will be ready for your new job in Feb and definately back on track.

Karen

Sounds like you have a plan, and I hope it works for you. I can relate as I have gained 20 lbs and I am working to get the weight off.  I would just encourage you to not let 5 lbs,  make you depressed.  It is easy to fall into emotional eating pattern, its good that you recognize it and are back on track.  Good luck to you.

Well said congrats on the new job.

I predict that those 5 pounds will be gone by this time next week.  Keep monitoring your weight on a regular basis after you get back on track.  It's very important - keeps you honest with yourself and you can do damage control early on if your weight starts to fluctuate upwards. 

Congratulations on finding a job!  That's quite an accomplishment in itself in this economy.