Question:
What is the average weight loss for 3 months? I started at 292 and have lost 54

so far. Is this a good weight loss. I am concerned as to wether or not I will make it to goal.    — michelle C. (posted on December 16, 2003)

December 16, 2003
Sounds like you are doing great. Different people lose at different speeds but I am 5'8 started at 305 at 6 months I was real close to 100 lbs ( I would have to check my profile to give you exact amounts, which you are welcome to do if you want) I am now 16 months out and at goal which for my Doc was 180. I run between 178 and 182 which make me happy. I wanted to be a size 12 not really a certain weight. I wear 12's in most, some 14's and I may lose a few more lbs in the next few months. Good luck and keep up the good work!!
   — Sharon1964

December 16, 2003
Congrats!!!! I am about 3 months post op also, I started at a little more than you and I have lost 58 lbs. I also get concerned that it isnt fast enough but I know if I didnt have this surgery Id still be gaining. Good luck, Happy Holidays!!!
   — Reeda

December 16, 2003
Your doing great! I think thats about where I was at 3 months out. Keep up the good work, and enjoy the ride:0).
   — wizz46

December 16, 2003
You started about where I started. You are doing very well. I used the weight planner on this website using an 80% expected loss. I have stayed within a few pounds (some times more somtimes less) than that chart. Best wishes -
   — M B.

December 17, 2003
Average loss is 20-30 pounds for month 1 and then 7-14 pounds per month after that. So with those numbers, average weight loss for 3 mos is 37-58 pounds. Sounds like you are doing high average.
   — mrsmyranow

December 17, 2003
Michelle- Sounds like you are doing great. I started at 5'9" 284.5 and have lost 55 lbs - but I am 4 months out!! Keep up the great work. I would like to have been where you are at only 3 months out. :) Happy Holidays
   — Lisa W.