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Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
lizonaplane replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Honestly, no matter what you set your goal weight at, your body is going to decide where it lands. That may be higher or lower than what you expect. -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
lizonaplane replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I have several friends who've had this surgery who are 5'11" and are doing well around 175. But the weight you can sustain while still enjoying your life is much more important than the lowest weight you can get to. -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
fourmonthspreop replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Nice! Did you get any excess skin removed? That can also affect weight. I'm also thinking doctors give u a goal factoring in excess skin. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
fourmonthspreop replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Thanks for sharing! I feel like I couldn't even imagine being under 200 lbs but I think I just haven't weighed less than 200 since I was a little kid. I once lost a lot of weight too and got to 235. I don't have many pics from those days but I hve this one. I remember being able to feel my ribs and hip bones at that weight. I had a lot of loose skin on my lower stomach (apron stomach). My hips are really wide too. The side by side was me at like 300 lbs and the one next to it in the denim coat is about now at 255. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
LilaNicole20 replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi, I'm 5'11 (close to 6') MY team gave me a weight that is not accurate. Even one of the providers said that her previous patient was given the exact same number as goal weight (214). When I plugged in my info into the same tracker she should have been using, it said like 190lbs. I have previously weighed and maintained 160lbs for 10 years - and for me, that is my goal weight. I like 160lbs. -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
acopas replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
So I stand by my claim that I'm 5'11"; however, I have a large frame and broad shoulders/back. I'm still in pre-op, but several years ago, I lost a lot of weight and made it down to about 215. I was satisfied with my size at that time. I was wearing 12/14 in pants. -
I'm struggling losing weight
catwoman7 replied to Happy Stylist's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
stalls typically last 1-3 weeks, but it's not unheard of for them to last longer. Just stick to your plan and your weight loss will eventually start up again. Stay off the scale if it's messing with your head too much. -
Any tall (6+ feet) FEMALE, bypassers and sleevers given a goal weight?
fourmonthspreop posted a topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
As I'm getting closer to my "goal zone" (in between 220-190) I'm wondering if anyone else who is female and six feet or taller was given a goal weight and what that should be. I distinctly remember my doctor showing me a chart during my initial consultation that put my sex and height at a desirable weight of 160 lbs but then my surgeon quickly said, that's not realistic for my frame/body and that these charts were outdated and inaccurate. He instead said I don't have a goal weight but told me he typically likes to see his patients under a BMI of 30 to reduce co-morbidities with being obese. Since 220 puts me in the "overweight" range, I'm sticking to that as a realistic goal until I achieve it and will assess the situation from there (how I feel, look etc). I'm wondering if any females who have big frames, broad shoulders, and are tall, like 6 feet and above, were given goal weights. What do you think about it? Is/was it achievable? Are you happy with how you look? -
Affordable personal training
fourmonthspreop replied to fourmonthspreop's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm really looking for in person opportunities with weight machines. I am pretty decent with my cardio but have no clue what to do when it comes to weight training. I feel like it'll be beneficial for my metabolism and loose skin. (My arms and legs already look atrocious can't wait for maintenence so I can get everything sliced off lol) I guess I could look up weight training videos and bring them to the gym! Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
To count or not to count (calories)
ShoppGirl replied to lizonaplane's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I do something sorta in between. I have a shake for breakfast and usually have a lunchable or a slice of egg white quiche for lunch which I know the average calories. I always keep my dinner right around 500 calories (I only have a handful of things that I eat because I am pretty picky eater) and I allow myself snacks that are about 100 calories when I am hungry. I do not track my snacks but I do keep them low calorie. Then I just weigh myself and if I gain I know that I have been giving in to the head hunger too much so I really ask myself if it’s real hunger. So I guess I do track my meals (I just have done the calculations already so I don’t have to do them daily) and I restrict my snack choices but not the quantity. -
One more try before surgery again
T4ME replied to Erin18's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I personally have been very fortunate. My portions are smaller an I stay away from sugar. I am 8 mos post op and I only have 71 more pounds to go to reach my goal. I watch what I eat but I have never been a big exercise person that part is a struggle. I am thankful for the surgery, I can walk an stand where as before I could not even stand long snout to make my own bed without a break. We go shopping an we can park anywhere because I am able to walk an stay walking for long periods of time. I work outside in my yard an enjoy family outings again. My biggest struggle is clothing right now as I’m in my weight loss phase I don’t want to buy too many things so I have been looking like a bag lady tied pants on with my shirt hanging off my shoulders. For this problem I am grateful -
To count or not to count (calories)
lizonaplane posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I just came back from a two-week overseas vacation. I decided not to track calories because I had no idea what was in food and I wanted to try different things, like a bite of this or that that my family was eating. I ate way too many sweets, but I also noticed that because I was not "tracking to eat" (usually I serve myself a portion then add it into the tracker and finish it), I was focusing on my hunger (that's not to say I wasn't eating too much, because I was. I ended up gaining about 2 lbs over the two weeks, which is a LOT less than before surgery, when I might gain 10 lbs on a two week overseas vacation. I found that I enjoyed focusing on my hunger cues, and I am thinking about not counting calories, but I have read so much about how tracking calories is the best predictor of success in weight loss and maintenance. I am wondering if I can focus on eating healthier foods and honoring my hunger, can I continue to lose weight and then maintain? What have other people found? -
Getting ready to have this surgery
Arabesque replied to Laurie Rohrer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My metabolism was crap before surgery as well from too many years of skipping meals. I couldn’t lose much on 900 & 1200 calorie diets in the past (like only 5kgs after 2 months - grrr) so I understand your struggles. A big benefit of the surgery is the boost to your metabolism. The surgery actually resets a lot of things. Your actual rate of loss depends on many factors out of your control: age, gender, weight loss & gain history, genetics, existing health status. Then certain medications can slow the process too. The only thing you can control is whether you stick to your plan. It’s why we say you’ll lose at your own rate. Also the more you have to lose the faster you’ll lose in the beginning. After my surgery, I wasn’t hungry or interested in eating for ages (into my second year). I had to eat to a routine to ensure I ate the nutrients my body needed. Still do. A huge benefit of this was it changed how I looked at food. That maxim of eating to live not living to eat became true for me. Eating regularly also helps keep your metabolism burning. I’m presuming your pre surgical diet is a mix of shakes & real food??? Speak to your dietician about portion sizes to ensure you don’t eat too much or too little. Did they give you a list of foods you should eat or avoid as well? It’s just as important to ensure you are getting in all the nutrients your body needs before surgery as after - another reason not to skip meals. Think of this time as beginning new healthier eating habits & routines. This surgery has been the only thing that really worked for me & it’s still working which never happened when I dieted before - lose, gain, lose, gain, over & over was my norm. I was almost 54 when I had my surgery but had no health issues … they were likely about to begin though. -
I'm struggling losing weight
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to Happy Stylist's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Could be a stall. I lost 30 pounds in 2 weeks, then hit a stall that I am now on day 14 of. I gained a few pounds and then nothing. Not a single ounce lost. Nada. It's super frustrating, but it's normal and from what I'm seeing and reading, it's gonna eventually break. Just gotta keep working the plan and wait it out. -
You could still be or are back in ketosis if you’re still losing? Does anything else smell, body odour, breath, etc., like with ketosis? Maybe change shake brands to see if something in Fairlife isn't sitting as well with you. As for your nails, are you meeting your protein goal? Are you taking your multi vitamins? Are you eating a variety of foods to get in a broad range of nutrients? Were you low in anything in your last blood test? My nails are weak & ridged because of my protein absorption issue so I understand how you feel. Glad your hair loss has improved though. PS - Congrats on your weight loss so far. 🏆
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Getting ready to have this surgery
catwoman7 replied to Laurie Rohrer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I know a lot of people who just have a protein shake for breakfast. Some people can't handle solid food first thing in the morning. The dietitian at my clinic said a protein shake is better than nothing! also, I was the same as you before I had surgery - the most I could ever lose was about 50 lbs, and even getting that much off was really tough - there were only a couple of times when I managed to do it. And then, of course, it came right back on. Surgery was the only thing that worked for me. That said, you do have to really work at it -- but if you stick to your program, you WILL lose weight... -
Getting ready to have this surgery
Laurie Rohrer replied to Laurie Rohrer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
No I don't. They just want me to eat breakfast, lunch ,dinner .shr said not to skip . But even my weight management lady said no to skip cause my metabolism is really low . Buy if I eat all.that I feel over full . Sent from my SM-S908U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Hope you have been well! I just downloaded the app again. I started going to school and working as a way to improve myself not only physically but mentally and emotionally. I gained 4lbs this month and I lost 2 lbs but I wanted to connect with the community here so I wouldn't have to struggle solo! Sent from my moto g stylus 5G using BariatricPal mobile app
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I'm a little past a year since my surgery, I got my surgery done May 19th 2021. My starting weight was 272lb and my current weight is 189lb I'm 5'9 and my goal is 172. I've had bad days to where I've eaten carbs and sugar but I do my best when I have cooked my meals ahead of time and have protein early in my day! Thanks for everyone sharing their journey, it helps keep me going, knowing I'm not alone! Sent from my moto g stylus 5G using BariatricPal mobile app
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Metabolic syndrome
imaginegirl replied to imaginegirl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
What a relief. Since obesity runs in my family, I'm prepared to be very diligent about my lifestyle choices after the surgery. I don't want to end up life 2 family members and gain back the weight. Glad your health is better now! Sent from my SM-G973U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Getting ready to have this surgery
ShoppGirl replied to Laurie Rohrer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
After surgery you will eat a lower calorie amount than that for a while at least and some nutritionists recommend like 800 through the weight loss phase. Some will have you on a higher calorie goal. You will lose faster than a normal diet though because you will definitely be eating less calories in the beginning. You will start out at probably less than 600 though. -
Such a relief to know someone else experienced these same thoughts! Congratulations on your weight loss!
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Getting ready to have this surgery
Laurie Rohrer replied to Laurie Rohrer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I have been doing a 1200 calorie diet through weight management and I only lost a total of 7 pounds and I have been eating high protein food . I m just worried that it will take me for ever to lose since I only lost 7 in 3 monthsv Sent from my SM-S908U using BariatricPal mobile app -
I'm struggling losing weight
Happy Stylist replied to Happy Stylist's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I didn't lose before surgery. So my total weight loss has been 17lbs. I'm like you. Gain a pound then lose it. I've never been an over eater. But I thought with me not eating a lot of carbs and no sugar. I would lose more then I have so far. It's just so frustrating. -
I'm struggling losing weight
DaisyAndSunshine replied to Happy Stylist's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
3-4 weeks of stall. Majority of us have gone through it. When you're losing a huge amount of weight right after surgery (water weight) you're bound to stall for few weeks (as you regain water weight while lose fat/muscle simultaneously following weeks). Do watch the above shared video. Stalls will happen and you should be ready for it. Good Luck.
