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I to have lost and gained two times in my life 80 pound the first time and 60 the second and never had any loose skin to me the trick is ensuring that you do weight training while you are losing weight. However I am the type of person who if I gain weight it is distributed all over my body and not mainly in one spot. Also lots of water helps with elasticity in the skin along with vitamins and skin firming lotions.
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Can't believe it's been a year already. I'm down 25 lbs from my highest weight. It might not sound like a lot, but on my 5ft frame it's made a huge difference. I feel better in almost every way. I'm still on the weight loss journey, working to lose another 30 lbs (40 more lbs would be great, but 30 might be more realistic). I will get there slowly but surely! This past year has been somewhat of a roller coaster, working to get to the green zone. Recently, I needed to have my band loosened to travel to Argentina and China (to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction while I was away from reliable band health care). Even with this "looser" setting, I still have reduced hunger, which is amazing. I'm so grateful for this tool. Once I'm back from my travels I'll go back to get it readjusted, but likely just very slightly. Hope everyone else is doing well on their journey!
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Two weeks postop my weight loss slowed and I lost 3 lbs in a week. I busted out sobbing at the doctor.'s office. But it was just a temporary plateau. Nothing to be alarmed about. And my emotional outburst was also due to all the physical/hormonal changes. Try to be kind to yourself and focus on rest and feeling better. It will all get better. I promise.
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I gained so much weight when I did the juicing thing. Then it hit me bears love berries post hibernation, to get their fat back. So I started looking into it, and figured out that those bursts of pure sugar (albeit the healthiest version of it) was not a great way to lose weight. Try focusing on high Protein. I do mine in 4 oz. implements at a time. Don't get bummed, all the data is just the opportunity to evaluate and create a new strategy.
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Not losing a great deal of weight on the pre-op diet
madferitchick replied to C2CFOREVER's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi, I'm in the uk too. Despite my dietician telling me I had to eat the carbs on my pre op diet, I didn't as I knew that would severely limit my weight loss. So I cut out the carbs and substituted with green veggies and a little more lean protein and lost 12lb in the two weeks. Dietician and surgeon were very pleased, and I just kept it to myself that I'd modified things a bit! I have pcos and I know my body and carbs are my biggest problem in preventing weight loss. The one size fits all approach from dietitians in the uk (low fat and whole grain carbs) does not work for everyone! -
Body Shapes and Changes.
Sajijoma replied to obxmermaid's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I always carried my weight proportionately around my middle with thinner legs. Since surgery, my top has thinned out and I am now more bowling pin shape! ???????? I'm only a month out so I know it will change more, but I never pictured my once ample heavage(it was beyond cleavage) disappearing seemingly overnight. Your body will probably change shapes several times as you go through your metamorphosis, but try not to get too hung up because this is just temp. After we get done chiseling the new us out of the fat, we could be anything! -
Hi there! I'm still pre-op (January 4th is my rebirth ????), but I was curious as to how things may even out later on down the road (I know all bodies are different, we will lose at different rates, yada yada yada). I've never been "little," but I know that I have an apple shape...or maybe an upside down triangle? (big boobs, no hips, little butt, 5'3") Anyone with similar body type post op? Where did you lose weight first? Last? Difficult areas? So many questions!
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New - Thought I'd introduce myself and ask some questions
BrownDoesAll replied to Sheba's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Sheba. I was sleeved in 2011 and I started at 330 and lost about 75 pounds before I started to level out. I was a slow loser.. not sure why.. didn't think it was race related.. but interesting thought. I was a size 24 to start,, then when I lost the weight and got down to a size 18 I thought I was where I wanted to be. So since my weight lose started to level off. I didn't try as hard and started back to some old eating habits. I am sad to say.. now that I look back.. I wish I had stayed the restricted calorie phase longer and lost more weight.. I am proud to say I have managed to keep it off. I agree I had no desire to be paper thin, my husband began to bring home chocolate and chips ( my weakness ) and I think it was a way to keep me the size he really liked. Any way.. the only surprise and what I warn newbies about is the lack of energy in the very very beginning. It was really hard for me.. I thought I had made a mistake. I was very tired and weak for a few weeks.. be ready for that.. but don't fear hang in there and it will past. After 2 years, I'm still satisfied with my decision. the sleeve is a tool that is helping me to continue my weight loss journey. As I said.. I didnt' loose the weight I wanted to in the beginning and am now 255 and starting the journey down again. It's harder after 2 years. So stay focused, stay strong and try to lose as much weight as you can in the beginning.. Good Luck and stay in touch -
Does your band loosen up two weeks post fill?
SherryW replied to Jhlopez's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Have you lost weight since this fill? That could be part of it too. Sometimes we swell quickly with a fill so the fill seems tighter and when the swelling goes down we feel like the fill isn't as tight. Also depending on salt intake you could feel like the fill is tight at first and as the fluid retention goes away you don't feel as tight. So many reasons it could happen really. It's definately not uncommon though, I've experienced it myself with my fills. You also want to make sure that if that keeps happening with every fill for you that you don't have a leak in the tubing. Does your doc check how much fluid is in your band each time prior to putting more in? Just curious if he/she noticed any loss in fluid inbetween your fills. Good luck! -
Question For Those Of You Who Are Pregnant
Angied730 replied to Cjm10's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery
Icestorm-Injections are no biggie u get used to them. I did a cocktail with my follistom ,lupron n memopure. So I only injected one needle. It was so much easier to do that way. Dr told me no walking I was supposed to be off my feet since ER. Very light waking as necessary. So I was in bed head n legs elevated. I was banded in 2007. N lost 100 LBS but I didn't know I had issues with infertility till after my third miscarage. Last year. So hang in there if I did it I know u can do it. Just remember it took many years to gain the weight and I know I was extra hard on my self trying to loose the weight. Stay focused n don't beat yourself up. You are doing great. Always think positive n you will achieve ur goal. Keep us posted. Angie -
5 Months Out & No Real Weight Loss-Is This Normal?
Harrier's Woman replied to smzava's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is how I feel. I was banded on Oct 5, 2012 & there are times when I feel like I went thru all of hoopla for nothing. But, I will persevere. It took me years to reach this weight; so I must learn patience. -
Body Image issues, Mental Health, Post Honeymoon Phase...Life
CowgirlJane replied to Anghelys Garcia's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
You have done sooo well!!! My situation isn't the same, but I can draw some parellels... I am a very social person, but I work from home... way out in the country. I could go days without seeing anyone besides my sons and animals! MOST days I intentionally shower, do my hair, dress decent and fine a reason to leave the house. This could be for a workout (ok, maybe no makeup!), a happy hour with the girls, a date, shopping, go into the office to work - something! Since you are doing an online classes and without a job maybe aren't in a position to join a gym or go shopping I suggest finding a volunteer opportunity (resume building!?!), find walking partners and set up a daily appointment to go walk, join a meetup group or something to get you out there talking to people. I lost over 150# and hit goal Feb 2013; just shy of 3 years ago. The headspace about how I look, my attractiveness etc has really changed. I understand the excess skin issue - I had it and I had skin removal surgery. That was such a boost and for me very worth it.... but you know what I have figured out over the last year - it doesn't actually matter that much. My friends are still my friends. I could get dates before skin removal, I get dates now, but still no "Mr Right". I guess what I am saying is that the inner changes that have happened in the last year are just as important (if not more) than the outer changes brought on by plastics etc. I know this is hard. I think you should also consider going back on the drugs that helped you before. Truth of the matter is that WLS, losing massive weight fixes alot of things, but it doesn't fix everything and I will go out on a limb and say it makes some things harder. No longer having food as an emotional outlet leaves a big gap for some. For me, it seems my actual fatsuit, the state of obesity provided me with some benefits that I did not really understand until it was gone.... Keep coming here for support and I really find that getting outside my own head (ie taking on things in the world that aren't about ME) is really healthy. -
Judy, I've been exactly where you are! I was so frustrated with the back and forth that first month. I couldn't believe I wasn't losing on 600 calories a day! I only lost 4 pounds the month after surgery and four the second month after!! It's so hard seeing everyone's tickers that seem to be losing so fast and you're doing everything right and not losing!!! Well here's the good news - After that second month post op the weight literally started falling off! I believe my body decided it wasn't starving and decided to let go of the calories. I know a lot of people on this forum do things differently than me, however this is what is working for me: I average 700 calories a day, 60 - 70g Protein, 30 -40g carb. 70 - 80oz. plain water. If I get hungry between meals I drink 16 - 24oz water all at once. My fills have helped, but I've been doing this from the beginning The fills have definatly helped curb my hunger, but I have to work very hard at it. It is so worth it though to see the scale go down every time I weigh now! Many have lost faster than me, but with my record for weight loss _ I'm thrilled. Just be patient and it will happen for you. You seem to have a good idea about what it takes to be successful so keep up the hard work and your body WILL respond!! Best wishes to you! .
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Measuring here as well, but I like to throw it on the scale for an idea of the weight as well. My plan at 1 month out is 1/4 to 1/3 of dense Protein then 1 T of fruit or veggies and 1 serving of carbs (2 WW crackers, 1/4 slice well toasted bread, 1/8 small baked potato). I skip the carb and most always eat just protein. 2 oz of meatloaf completely fills me up. I can eat 3 oz of soft fish. 2 oz of chicken etc.
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What happens when you get sick?
puppyphat replied to thehappycat's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I lost 15lb in 1 week with glandular fever. I couldnt exercise for 3 months as I was so sick and was hospitalized twice for severe dehydration. I lost all of my weight REALLY quickly because of it and the only real side effect I'm suffering now because of it is HEAPS of saggy skin. It just didn't have time to contract. Focus on getting better, not on the weight. -
2 years banded.... 100 or more lbs lost....no more weight left to loose..... Gaol weight reached...journey completed, now have a normal, diet free life... Vietnam Vet..1971 Do I qualify to be a veteran??
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Up And Down Weight Loss
music1618 replied to elli'smommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Alright let's have a little reality check. 77 pounds in 4.5 months is AWSOME. From your post I got the feeling you are feeling healthier and following your guidelines, and yet you are frustrated because of a little number. At the end of the day it is just a number. I had the surgery to lead a healthier life style, and achieve my goals. Focus on other goals. Write down a list of goals and start crossing them out a you go along. Once you reach one than add another one. My doc always said when the scale slows down or you hit a stall you tend to lose your inches. Finally find another way to measure your weight loss. I knew I was ready for the surgery when I could no longer see my feet in the shower. So when the scale was not giving me the right answer I would check my feet in the shower. I am proud that I can now see my ankles. Good luck I don't know where the journey will end, but I know where to start. 17 months post op. 125 lost -
How will I keep my secret in this situation?
Wheetsin replied to sweetsue's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
It isn't?!? Please don't tell my band that! I eat chicken virtually every day. I think you might have been drawn into the "if it happens once, that makes it true for all" party. I know several bandsters, and only one who has any problem with chicken at all. I can't offer much to address your initial question b/c I wasn't ashamed of my band and had nothing to hide, so I'm not really clever with how to hide it. Maybe just tell people you're eating less to lose weight. -
How will I keep my secret in this situation?
HarleyNana replied to sweetsue's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
It's not really a secret to me, but when people inquire about my weight loss, (I'll share with anyone who wants to listen), but some times it's just not the right place or time to explain, so I just say I'm trying to eat healthier and more Protein. Seems to do the trick for me. -
I have had my band for 1 1/2 years. I have struggled with pain since they put Fluid in. Recently it came to a head and I had terrible acid reflex, sinus infection, and horrible cough. I was to the point that I was sleeping in a chair and upright. Which I can't do. No matter what kind of meat I ate it hurt. It didn't matter if it was soft or rough. I went to the dr. and asked for help and they took some fluid out for about 30 days, to let my esophagus heal. Yes I gained weight, but I feel much much better. Now they are putting it back in slowly. I wonder if the band was on a pain nerve, because now it doesn't hurt and I can truely feel the fullness. Just and idea. Good luck and don't give up!!!
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Just when I think all I have to do is wait--wait for the hopeful "Yes, we approve you!", they ask for more information. My surgeon's secretary sent in all the needed info. :psych. eval., letter from doc. (that included all the info. that the insurance company wanted), etc., but after calling them (BCBS of TN) Friday, they said that they needed documentation that I had been on a weight loss program, monitored by my doctor for six months. The letter from my doctor said all of this--I guess they needed his clinical notes. I saw my doctor in August 2005--he put me on phentermine. I saw him again in Sept., October, missed November, and then saw him in December--so about five months. My doctor's secretary forwarded all the clinical notes (with my weights, etc.) to BCBS of TN. I'm hoping this is all they'll need. I HOPE THE ONE MONTH THAT I MISSED SEEING MY DOCTOR IN NOVEMBER WILL NOT DISQUALIFY ME FROM GETTING APPROVED. I stopped the Phentermine in December because it was making me crazy. BCBS of TN also wanted proof that I've been obese for over five years. The only doctor who has this documented is my gyn. I called his office--and they said it would take 7-10 days to get that info. to me. It just seems to drag and drag and drag. Oh, how I want to be on with this... Thanks for "listening."
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Does Anyone Else Eat Sugar Free Protein Bars?
bellarn09 replied to Angela the Breeder's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have that problem on mornings I work. I surgeon suggested protein bars. I wouldn't choose a 300 calorie one. I like the pure protein bars. They are 180-200 cals and 20 protein. Also, followng your surgeons guidlines, do what works for you. If the weight is coming off...keep goin in that direction. If it stalls or goes up, its time to make some adjustments in what your eating and your workouts. -
MY EX TRIED TO TEAR ME DOWN
My4Brownies replied to Renea Glover's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
See the blessing in this new journey!..you lost more than 83lbs of useless weight...(losing his dead weight) !!!! Your journey (I'm 2months out) ..it humbles you and gives you clearer perspective of what you want,deserve and need for your life..Live for your daughter..the healthier you are..the happier she is.I Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App -
MY EX TRIED TO TEAR ME DOWN
Renea Glover replied to Renea Glover's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Lol thank you congrats I feel the same they can go with the rest of the excess weight Sent from my N9518 using the BariatricPal App -
Just celebrated my one year anniversary. Have officially lost 71% of my excess weight! I celebrated by getting a pixie cut I never would have had the guts to attempt before!
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