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From what I read on OH, each person loses at a different pace depending on metabolism, calorie intake, activity, and starting weight. I lost quicker than I expected but my calories were really low in the first couple of months (struggled to get 400-500). I also lost 1/3 of my weight pre-op over about a 4 month period. My stats on loss are in my signature.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
on 11/15/16 12:31 am
Hi all,
I am struggling to fit in a little being a lightweight I feel embarrassed to ask questions on other forums as I feel like people don't think our surgery is necessary even though our struggle is as real and the same as theirs. I think being a short person too people lose the perspective of how much is heavy for someone at 5 foot vs 6 foot...
I had lapband surgery back in 2007 which ended up with a total regain and issues that resulted in me having a revision in July 16. I had only ever lost 19kg in total of the 30+ kilos I wanted to lose before I started having issues. I started my revision journey at a higher weight than when I started lapband journey. Glad to say that the Bypass went well and I am on the losing streak again....
In 16 weeks I have lost almost as much as I ever did with the lapband (which took 28 weeks with lapband).
My question is, I am coming up 4 months post-op on 19th Nov. So far I have lost 16kg. 10kg month 1 (22lbs) but since that I am averaging only 2 kgs per month (yes 4 -5 lbs!) maybe I am just the turtle that loses slowly! Overall I am really happy to be down 16kg but trying to get perspective on if that is acceptable loss.... It feels small!
I have lost just over 50% of my total weight to get to my goal, of 55kg. I am having weeks where I lose nothing for 2 weeks then drop a couple of kilos.
I suppose i just wanted to hear from other lightweights, how long it took you to get to goal and if your monthly loss was on the lower end like mine, I suppose being lightweights we cannot expect big numbers... but 4lbs!
I am loving the clothes shopping now, and buy things if they look good rather than just something that will fit, thats a great feeling.
Look forward to hearing from anyone who wants to share their story. I will take some time to read through the board now too.
Thanks all!
Karen
Hi guys,
MENU: (DS Maintenance Mode)
Pre-B - 2 protein coffees (60g), bullet proof with coconut oil
B - Greek yogurt w/blueberries
S - peanuts
L - small chicken Caesar salad
S - popcorn
D - fish nuggets and coleslaw
S - CarbSmart ice cream
VITES:
morning batch: done
calcium batches: done
iron: stopped
evening batch: done
heme iron: pending
MILES:
walking, stairs and a few leaning push-ups
5'1" -- HW 195/SW 187/GW 115 July 08/CW 121 Dec 2012
******GOAL*******
Starting BMI between 35 and 40ish?
Join us on the Lightweights Board!
DS on Aug 9, 2007 with Dr. Hazem Elariny
Thanks Roz... I am super excited too... it feels wonderful to be in control again...
~~ Lucy
Sooooo Very Excited and Proud of You!!!!!!
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
Thanks for responding!
I know what you mean about exercise. Prior to my back injury in 1996 I exercised on a very regular basis. Now, with having back surgery, I need to do core strengthening. In the times I've done just the bare minimum for that, I've felt fine. I cannot get behind any sort of exercise that I don't enjoy. I just don't stick with it. So what usually happens is that I find some form of dance that I can do, and modify if necessary.
So it sounds like the current recommendation is 100g of protein a day? I can't remember what my surgeons team said, but we all had to sign an agreement that we would continue to supplement with protein for life. I have been very surprised by people who have WLS and their doctors tell them to get their protein by food only, and not with any supplements. I've watched them eat foods I could never do (milk, for one but thats just me) and then they can't figure out why they never get near their goal. I was never happier than I was at goal. So I really want to get back there.
I think my biggest "freak out" is that it seems I have put on 20-30 lbs in the space of a couple of months, and I don't think I eat enough to have accomplished that. I also agree with you that being able to lose the weight without exercise is important because you just never know whats coming your way in terms of injury or illness that affects your mobility.
Thanks for the responses everyone! I am committing to checking in every day with you guys.
RNY 7+ months post op
weight 193.8 this morning
Good morning all. Was a busy weekend for me with a wedding Saturday night and another one yesterday afternoon. Yesterdays was in Owen Sound so it was a loooong day, but I wouldn't have missed it. My favourite Aunt!
B - 4.4 oz hamburger gravy
S - oikos key lime yogurt
L - 1 cup chili
S - premier protein
D - 1 cup chili
I'm planning for the snacks in case I do need them, so I will have them available but am going to try and get by without them.
Totals including snacks Cal 983, carbs 78, protein 98.....not exactly true totals because I changed my chili recipe this time (more beef, less beans) but haven't had the chance to log the recipe...will go with this, better on the heavier side than light
Have a great day!
Over 100 lbs lost! and 13 lbs below goal weight!
