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I don't think there is a standard. As you said, we're all different. I think you're GW is very reasonable.
BTW- Welcome to the club, and best wishes for a successful surgery.
on 8/19/17 4:21 pm
hey all..
44 yrs old .Sept 1st is the big day..is there a approx amount I can expect to lose per month..I'm 327 and setting my gw of 195..
just wondered if there is a average or anything ..
I know everyone is different ...but thought u would ask
I'm 8 months out and I had VSG. My typical workweek meal schedule looks like:
B: protein shake (or cottage cheese)
L: (at work:) 2 oz chicken with broccoli slaw, riced cauliflower, and a low calorie dressing (working from home:) tofu/chicken stir fry
S: protein shake (or jerky)
D: a protein and some vegetables... like chicken or meatballs or steak or hamburger, with green beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts, peas, beans, etc.
On the weekend there's more variety since I'm eating with my spouse for all meals. I do well during the week because I'm perfectly content to have a regimented diet at work.
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Sorry got busy...Having people put down new laminate floors...Moving tons of stuff. Also had the car detailed...Got out the Pepsi and chocolate stains out!!
Highest 300
Day of surgery 272
Hit goal (6 months 10 day) 190
Lowest 187
Highest regain about 235-237
Yesterday and today 196-197
Have a great rest of your week...
I lift 6x a week. I don't really squat or deadlift due to herniated discs and destroyed knees but there are always other exercises to get stronger (trainer could help with this).
I did have the DS so I eat every 3hrs and loads of protein already, though after lifting I always mix up a protein drink + creatine within an hour.
Remember you will likely gain weight due to muscle added but your body composition will be much better and muscle burns more calories.
I didn't hire a coach/trainer because my sons are big weightlifters and helped me out.
Definitely a good feeling seeing muscular arms and legs :)
I'm a big fan of weightlifting. Just be sure your form is prefect. It's very easy to injure yourself with bad form. Getting some training up front is a good idea.
Lol, love it! 1 day, 15 hours and 15 minutes until I enter the POCU!
Any strange buzzing or strange sounds from your belly post-op - ask your Dr. to call his cell phone. 
My best advice is in the signature line! 
Never, and I mean NEVER, trust a fart!! 
Has anyone here tried any form of strength training using barbells and traditional exercises like the dead lift, squat, bench press, and military press?
I'm seriously considering hiring a coach - through Starting Strength On Line Coaching (Mark Rippetoe's system). I am a total noob in terms of any type of weight lifting.
I'm wondering if anyone has dealt with the high-calorie and high-protein (like 200+ grams a day) demands that come at times with weight training.
I've recently beat back 30+ lbs of regain, and am once again at a reasonable weight. Now I'm tired of being a weakling, so this time I want to do something about it!
