Weight Loss is at a Hault!!

I've been out of surgery 6 weeks today however I have not lost a pound in 2 weeks!!! What's wrong with me? I'm not eating carbs. Just veggies & lean meats. Is it because I'm not getting enough protein? I'm supposed to get 80 grams per day but I only get about 40 grams. Please help I am depressed!!

Stalls happen. I stalled starting at one week out through four weeks out. Not one ounce lost. They happen to pretty much everyone. Don't let the scale discourage you. It will come off again.

Up your protein and water and I promise you'll start losing again. Stalls happen to everyone. You are not alone. 

How do you feel after 78 pounds is gone?

 

Truly amazing. I haven't had this much enthusiasm for life and what it has to offer in YEARS. I physically feel good to. I don't get winded easily any more and my knees are MUCH less crunchy. And the CLOTHES!! I've never been what one might call a "fashionista", but I'm REALLY enjoying carving out a new style for myself. I think I'm ending up in the "hipster chic" category, as bad as I hate to admit it. A little new, a little thrift, a little handmade, and a little stolen from my mother and grandmother! Add that to the pixie cut hairdo that I finally got last month after being too afraid for years that my face was too fat for it, and I feel like a new person. I went to a wedding last weekend and kept catching glimpses of my reflection and actually thinking, "Dang! I look GOOD!" This was the first time in ages that I didn't mind having my picture taken. 

 

So to answer your original question... How do I feel? I feel BLESSED. Blessed beyond measure. 

Stalls happen. You are not doing anything wrong. Your body has to pause from time to time during rapid weight loss. Things are moving around and the loss will start up again. Stay on plan and be patient. You got this....

Stalls happen to all of us. I stalled at 11 days post op and it lasted 3 weeks. Up your protein, your body needs that 80+ grams.

Stalls are simply part of the process.  They occur typically at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months so consider yourself entirely on schedule ;o)

Yes, make an effort to increase your protein.  Early on I used Isopure Plus frequently- super low calorie, no carb, tons of protein, and drinks like kool aid.  Actually, I think I may order myself some as I have been slacking on protein lately. 

Fluids are important too.  If my fluid level drops one day, I always gain weight (water weight).  Your body will hold on to fluids if you are not taking enough in.  I also retain so fluids after a particularly hard workout that causes a lot of sore muscles.

Just stay on plan and trust the process.  It will work!  Remember it is the cumulative total that gets you there.  On a month by month basis I did not throw up huge numbers, but they certainly added up to goal!

Thanks everyone for your advice!!! I will remain focused even though it's the season to be sidetracked..lol 

I'm in my 5th week and am in a mini stall. The lb a day loss is over. For now anyway :) hopefully it comes back! I miss it ;)