The last 20 pounds..... OMG!

Still........ trying........
These last 20 pounds are killer.
I feel like I'm NEVER going to loose it.

I had lap band in July of 2010. I weighed almost 280 at my heaviest and now am down to 205. My goal is 185, and these last 20 have been really hard to get rid of.
I've been at 205 for about a year now - fluctuating between 198 and 210.
I have increased my weight training and cardio. I became a Zumba instructor, and now that the weather is nicer I'm getting out to play tennis again and walking the dogs everyday that it's nice. We do live in Illinois, so the weather can change at the drop of a hat. LOL

It does seem like the more cardio I'm doing and the more days I weight train, the hungrier I am. i try to tell my brain that I'm just thirsty, but then I start to dry heave until I put something in my stomach.

My bariatric surgeon closed his practice. There are no more support groups.
My band is filled btween 7-8 cc. I drink plenty of water, stay away from most sugary carbs.
I consume anyhwere from 800-1200 calories a day, which I think is a bit too much - but I'm hungry. I don't think I should be this hungry with 7-8 cc's in my band.

I guess this warrants a trip to my regular doctor first to see if there isn't a medical reason for this weight not coming off - anyone else have any ideas.  Thanks much.

I would suggest checking with your Dr.. I did alot of research on which surgery I was going to have..and originally was lapband.. I changed my mind of course..but from I do know..and seen.. the band could have slipped? or needs refilled.. and maybe try going back to a basic menu when first had the surgery? to kick start some weight loss.. and are you measuring inches not just numbers on scale? loose inches but gain muscle weight..which is not bad.. and the last thing..could be.. you might need to revise to another surgery if this is not working for you.. but looks like you done alot so far.. good job! I hope you find a solution :)