Question:
Not loosing fast..HELP

I am four months post op and have lost only 50 pounds..I know we are not in a rcae, but Im getting really depresed and find myself eating things I shouldnt be, and eating more than I should be. I just need some motivational help to get back on track..I could also use some suggestions of what to eat daily and the quantities, I seem to be all out of wack!! thanks ya'll :)    — Donna S. (posted on January 16, 2002)

January 16, 2002
Hi Donna, I had Open RNY on 9/13 and have lost 53 pounds to date. I know how frustrated you are, so am I. I think I need to get in more exercise and make a conscious effort to drink all my water everyday. I drink two protein supplements everyday to make sure I get at least 60 grams. I am at the halfway point, so I think if I can keep up at this pace I should be where I want to be by next September. I know I want it all off NOW, but am trying (with difficulty) to be patient. It's funny that people tell me I look terrific, yet the last time I weighed this amount I was FAT!! Good luck and keep in touch, we can compare notes.
   — Debbi C.

January 16, 2002
Donna I know it's frustrating when things are not going how you would like them to but...I have to say that we have all been there. This too shall pass. Okay, so you cheated alittle? SO WHAT! tomorrow is another day and you need to get back on track. We all believe in you because we know where you will be in another few months. don't let this discourage you. My suggestion may sound silly but here goes. I adore Richard Simmons motivational tapes. He just seems so caring (okay alittle corny but caring) and he really gets me to think about what a good person and worthwhile person I am. You are too and I promise you this little "down" period will be over soon and you will be "up" again. Good luck to you.
   — Barbara H.

January 16, 2002
Donna, There's lots of us in the same boat!!! I also just hit the 50lb mark, at 4months. AND I do get all my protein, drink 64+, and exercise 4-5 days /wk...go figure!!! Like Debbi said by September we'll see the results. That's why I don't set time goals. I'm happy for every ounce I lose, and have finally accepted the fact that slow is just how its going to be for me. Hang in there =)
   — Denise W.

January 17, 2002
I had surgery on aug 27th. I have lost 53lbs. and haven;t lost an ounce in almost seven weeks. I have another 30 lbs to go. I am becoming very frightened that it is just a matter of time until the weight comes back and I will fail at this. HOWEVER, i have been reassured that the weight loss is not over, as per the surgeon and nutritionist. I want to believe them, but I don't. In reviewing the Q and A list, a multitude of questions have been asked about less than incredible weight losses after the initial grand losses {probably due to a certain level of starvation, me thinks}. I think there needs to be a concerted effort to get the surgeons to LISTEN to what is being said here. My doc told me on my second post-op visit, "I have given you the tool. It's up to you what you do with it." !@#$%^&*
   — michelle R.

January 26, 2002
Don't feel bad Donna. I am also 4 months out and have only lost 47 pounds. I started at 289 pounds. I have been increasing my water, trying to get in more protein and exercising 7 days a week and the scale doesn't budge. It is very frustrating. I am getting a little bit discouraged. As you can see, I know exactly how you feel. I guess all we can do is continue to do what we are doing and we should start losing. Hang in there. I am with you. :-)
   — Lois M.