I had my 5 week post-op visit

For all those that are interested, I had my 5 week post-op visit and the doctor is very happy with my blood and lab results.  The Doctor was very shocked with the fact that I was able to put 4 pounds of muscle on, usually patients loose a pound of muscle with a pound of fat the first month, she pleased.  I have been on a 3 week plateau where I have not lost but have been diligent with my food intake.  She wants me to actually get more calories and get back to the gym.  I am very excited to be able to get my Jits on again, my Mountain Warrior brothers look out!!!

I have been trying new foods and am having a very difficult time with most, I was told this time is difficult for most and to keep at it.  I have been tracking my food presented her with a log which she was very pleased with.  We went through the log and she commented on data, it was a great tool and I suggest all patients go through this exercise

All in all things are going good even though I have not lost any weight in three weeks(which frustrates me).  I have lost a total of 50lb sense I began this journey in September.  Thanks all for the support.

Good Job!!  I think you don't need to worry I would assume that here are times when you won't loose anything and then boom you will loose more again...

Keep on, keeping on!!  :)

Julia

If your building muscle your doing something right. The weight will start to come off again. I went through the same thing. Getting back in the gym will bring some good results I'm sure plus you'll put on even more muscle which is a good thing.
Keep at it!
Stoney

Sounds like you are on the right track!!  Putting on muscle at this stage is awesome.  I'm just one week behind you and I have just now been cleared to do resistance training.  Get all the protein and working out is a must if you don't want to lose muscle too.  The scales might not show as much movement but your clothes will!!!  I want to maintain as much muscle as I can but I also like to see that scale move.

I've been one of the lucky ones I guess because I haven't had any trouble with the any of the new foods I've tried.  Chicken, hamburger and shrimp have all gone down without any problems.  I do take my time and chew like crazy.  I'm not real good at tracking and keeping up with things but I did force myself to do it to make sure I was getting what I needed and staying within my guidelines but then I slacked off.

Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing!!

Todd

Hi,

Sounds like good news overall. Gotta be happy w/ the muscle gain at this point in the journey.

Early in the process the food part can be challening. Keep trying different items, but keep focused on the protein!

Yours in WLS,
Bill