dianeb 0 Posted November 20, 2005 I was banded on sept 20th and I am only down 22 lbs . I just starting working out . I eat very little and I try to eat the right foods . I was filled about 2 weeks ago and lost 2 lbs since then . I am really getting concerned I feel I should have lost more weight by now .I have been thinking of going back to a liquid diet cause it seems that is where I lost my weight . is this normal am I doing something wrong . please help me . I am trying and I failed at every other diet I have baffeled weight watchers and doc's I am so confused am I just a lost cause . thanks in advanced for any advice . Happy Thanksgiving to you all Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fee 0 Posted November 20, 2005 Diane dont be so hard on urself 22lbs is great where would u be today without the band? everyone loses at the own rate and ur doing great!! it has only being 2 mths since u were banded, which u r losing about 3lbs a week. that is fantastic, i do hope i can do that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firecallie 2 Posted November 20, 2005 3lb a week is FANTASTIC! Wow! Don't be to hard on yourself you sound like you're doing phenominal. liquid diet is for liver shrinkage and for giving your stomach time to heal, it is NOT a healthy way to lose weight! Celebrate the positives and give yourself time. Hide the scale for awhile and enjoy life! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinesqueen 2 Posted November 20, 2005 Hi Diane! How much do you expect to lose, and is that expectation reasonable? You have lost 22 pounds in 2 months, which works out to be well over the 1-2 pounds a week expected for Bandsters. Set realistic goals for yourself, that way you won't set youself up for failure. You are doing fantastic! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dianeb 0 Posted November 21, 2005 thank for all your help . you guys are making me feel better . I knew you would . I am hiding the scale and going to be easier on myself . thanks again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJChick 3 Posted November 21, 2005 Your loss sounds right on target, good job !!!! I would suggest eating no less than 1200 calories a day, if you go to low you have nothing to fall back on. I noticed once I upped my calories from 800 to 1200 I started losing better plus alot of my calories is veggies and meat. Also, remember, when you start exercising you may gain muscle and lose fat at the same time so you will think the scale is not moving. Like your siggy says..... for your health Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
