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In in Fair Lawn , you?
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Need advice and encouragement!
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I really dont know my protein goal, unfortunately i dont have insurance anymore so i never actually Knew what my Protein goal daily should be. In MFP app tho i have targeted protein as my highest need , and honestly ive been successful thus far so i kind of feel like i know if im getting enough. Any idea how many grams a day i should be eating? Is that a general Number or is it different for everyone?? As far as numbers on the scale, yes I have heard that muscle weighs more… But I can't imagine that I've put on 14 pounds of muscle, my clothes fit basically the same, but I am not anywhere near my goal, i have about 20-30 more id like to lose and while I am in it for the long-haul, seeing the numbers go up is very discouraging -
In May i will be 2 years out! I lost 90 pounds as of last February (2015) and was the same weight for about 6-7 months although i went down one pants size due to tightening i suppose. I have worked out since 3 weeks post op and never looked back, i am a workout junkie. As far as food i suppose i could do better but i stay within the calorie limits ive set on MFP. I also have a fitbit that syncs my exercise with it. I recently started gaining weight and cut my calorie limit down and upped my exercise . So for example, i started doing spin 3x a week and on those days my usual kickboxing that i do 5 days a week as well. Plus i walk a tonnnn! I know the rules of eating protein etc. i stepped on the scale this morning and i gained 4 pounds this week wtfffff it was so discouraging!!! I see alot of ppl this far out eat 1000 cals a day but i can eat 1600-1900 bc i work out so much and i feel hungry but assuming everything is ok with the sleeve bc i dont need much. An egg still does the trick to hold me over for a couple of hours.... Please helps guys and gals, in freaking out over here:)
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Abigail13 started following May 2014 Sleevers, Need advice and encouragement!, Anyone from Jersey?! and and 2 others
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Bergen County here! 1 1/2 years out and this weather (staying indoors more) has made me more head hungry. Its been such a battle! It seems like the past 6 months ive fluctuated up and down the same 6-8 pounds. I work out 6 days a week. Soooo frustrating!! I know i need a change but not sure what exactly, any suggestions?!
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Thanks all!!
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Thank u!! I dont think it matter how long we've been on the journey the fact is we're all in the same place I know Where I mess up, just sometimes need to see other ppls progress for motivation
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Abigail13 replied to Wisteria75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Please add me! I could use the support : Natalie7913 -
I am a year post op and have passed that fabulous honeymoon period. Although i was at goal, im stuck and actually up a few pounds. Wanna get It under control and would love a few buddies on MFP for accountability!! If anyone could use the same plz add me : Natalie7913 thanks for the support!
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Im sure this has been discussed to death...
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
since you are only able to eat 1 half can you tell me how long that curbs your hunger for, i just ate 2 halves and im satisfied but wonder if i could have just stopped at the 1 1/2? -
Im sure this has been discussed to death...
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
And I definitely will try to do my protein and if I want the carb later I will have a bite that's a great idea -
Im sure this has been discussed to death...
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Lipstick lady omg i adore u! This suggestion just made me get up and make deviled eggs, it's something I love and never thought to make and it's something great to always have on hand! As I bought the croissant this morning I thought to myself if I had something else I probably wouldn't take it but if I don't eat this I will be hungry, I hate to cook so for me this is a new journey and I'm slowly starting to make easy stuff but. Mostly purchase, in general I am not big on meats, not that big on fish either I always do carbs I love vegetables but I know that vegetables in the long run don't fill me up. So will have to try to come up with simple meal ideas, love cheese too. So is deviled egg considered something i can eat freely? -
Im sure this has been discussed to death...
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thanks guys! I completely understand that this is all my fault and maybe I am wrong for looking for the "misery loves company "route, but sometimes when I'm having a down moment and I don't want to feel like a complete failure I just need a reminder that I'm human not an excuse to make it okay. We are all on the same journey and some of us have good days and bad days and Im sure that there are people that never slip up, but I can't imagine that that's the majority? -
Im sure this has been discussed to death...
Abigail13 posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
But i am feeling out of it and need to hear it straight. I am 4.5 months out, 70lbs down feel great workout like an animal . And am So sick of having these days where im a bottomless pit. I do see that its common wen eating carbs and i have to admit i have days wen im guilty of that ( this morning had a cappucino and a croissant with sweet cheese) that used to be my Daily breakfast b4 surgery. ( since Sx i dont ever want breakfast and Can not neat until 2pm and then its bc im Making myself) And feel so angry with myself that i ate it and although i was full it didnt last long and i went on a carb binge, im pmsing and want everything bad. I can eat Carbs and never feel Full Which worries me that i am Ruining sleeve and then ill have a piece of chicken and am overstuffed. I Dont really know what i wanna hear from u all maybe just that im Not alone and we all have days (or 3) where we can crave stuff and not feel so energetic to workout. I am laying on the couch right now meanwhile this is the time i am alwaysss doing my workout. ( 5-6 days a week kickboxing) also anxious bc im Seeing so many posts regarding no restriction at 6 Months out and maybe worry im cutting close to 6 months and its my turn???? im a mess today help -
Abigail13 reacted to a post in a topic: Calling all veterans-Are there any benefits to the sleeve after a year or so
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Lalise, my hair loss began about 2 weeks ago and i was sleeved same date as u. the good news is that it doesnt happen for everyone so hopefully you will be lucky and have no hair loss!
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Please tell me this is normal
Abigail13 replied to Abigail13's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i should also mention that when i took the second blood it was my TOM, a medical friend of mine seems to think this would also make a difference.