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keep in mind that the body does not lose pounds and inches at the same time. If you have been losing weight pretty steady your body may be breaking to lose inches. It seems weird but it is a back and forth roller coaster. Lose pounds lose inches, lose pounds, lose inches. I would keep plugging away as you are doing. Work on getting your protein and water intake in. Good Luck and keep your chin up.

I was so off track both mentally and physically. The day after surgery I weighed in at 267. Dropped to 232 then back up to 235.4. I was questioning if my stomach was stretched out and if that's why I felt like I ate more than I should or was now feeling hungry all the time. Was it my stomach or my old habits? I do not want to fail this journey!! I'm tired of being obese and buying plus size clothes. I started being more active whether going to gym or walking at home. I try to do something at least 5 or more days a week. When I sit down to eat I try and listen to my stomach not my brain. I still eat rice and pasta but very rarely. I hate protein shakes and yogurt but found a Greek yogurt that's tolerable so I mix my protein powder in it so I can get more protein. Today I'm only down to 230 but I am not letting that bring me down. I haven't been this weight in probably 20 years. My original weight was 330 lbs I wore a tight 4x. It was miserable and I am halfway to where I want to be. I don't want to be skinny just healthy a size 12 will be good enough for me. Just to be under 200 would be amazing!! We can do this !!!

The only person who can fight for you is you, What are you most proud of? What are your greatest accomplishments? What are your goals for your future? What kind of support system do you have around you? Who goes grocery shopping? Are you planning a menu? Are you weighing and measuring out your portions? Try using a smaller dessert plate for your regular plate. Set timers to remind you to drink water and take your vitamins. You are NOT a failure, we all suffer setbacks and frustrations. Clean out your refrigerator, and pantry, NO rice, no pasta, no potatoes Read Labels, Carbs, Sugars and Protein Do you have a fitbit or the like? Set some goals and start moving, be proud of every step you take...it is a big deal overtime we get out of bed and fight for ourselves! I promise you I do everything above and still struggle to but everyday is a new day, and it must start with loving ourselves enough to fight for us. I am here if you'd like to talk, and I love new friends!!!! My best to you always