Need Encouragement From People That Understand

[Nikki Riviotta 33]

Today is my one year anniversary for being banded. Today being Wed is also my weekly weigh in day. I have been closely watching what I eat, and exercising, but the weight is just not coming off. I seem to fluctuate between 177 and 182.. it is so frustrating. My main goal was to be down 100 pounds by my anniversary date which would put me at 150. I have worked hard to try to accomplish that, but as I told my husband (who is completely supportive, yet I think he gets tired of it hearing it) That I am stuck in 180 hell because I have been in the 180 range since October. I know I have come a long way, unfortunately I am a person that wants things NOW, lol I am not very patient. So if anyone has any words of encouragement, that might help me through todays depressed state of mind, it would definately be appreciated.

[NWgirl 574]

I don't have any words of encouragement because you are so far ahead of me, but just remember the amazing work you have done! You will get to where you want to be, maybe not on the timeline you had hoped, but in time

Keep your chin up!

[chrissylu 153]

You've done a great job so far! Keep it up. Remind yourself how you got this far. Read some old journals, posts, blogs and go over your food diaries from weeks where you had a good loss. Make sure you are getting enough Water and and increase your protein...?? That worked for me on this last plateau that I hit. I'm nowhere near where you are but am looking forward to getting there. My goal is a year as well! Congrats and blessings!

[1shauna1 129]

You are doing great! I'm 1.5 years out and only nearing 40lbs. I had thought by now I would be at my goal (which is about 80 lbs down). So....I get frustrated, but then I think I would probably weigh more than what I started at if I had not had this surgery. Maybe you need a small fill or to change up your exercise routine? Good luck!

[giveyouthemoon 4]

Ok, let's take a huge step back and look at how far you've come this year. 73 lbs? SEVENTY THREE POUNDS!!!?!?!?

Amazing! Stunning! Spectacular!!

You should be so incredibly proud of yourself and use this, your one year bandiversary, to remember all the lessons from day one. Go through the checklist and gently correct areas where you may have stepped off the path. Are you drinking with meals? Drinking too many calories? How are your carbs doing? Do you need to drop them a skosh to get the weight moving again? Or up Protein? Do you need to add a day of exercise? Or are you exercising too hard and need to ease back a day?

With just a little fine tuning (for me, it was always fine tuning my carb count) you'll get it going again.

But first: Take time to Celebrate this anniversary and your incredible success. You've earned every pound!! Congrats!

[B-52 7,113]

As I got close tommy goal, I plateaued for 2-3 months, losing and gaining the same 3-5 lbs.

When I went to my Dr, we both agreed I was dong fine in the green zone. Appetite under control, portion sizes,etc. we both agreed I was fine, and there was no reason for an additional fill. But I was plateaued.

So, just as a experiment, he said he would give me a 1/2cc fill. Just to see. I could come right back if it was too much. We boh agreed it was just a " see what happens"

Well that was all it took to give me that kick, and the weight began to fall off again.

I go back to see him I May, and I may ask to get that 1/2cc removed.

[Nikki Riviotta 33]

Thank you everyone for your words of encouragement! It really did help get me over my hump for today. I tend to get this way when its weigh in day and the scale did not move my way. It really has been a great year and I am proud of how far I have come. I really am to hard on myself a lot of the time, sometimes that is good and sometimes that is bad, in todays case, it was bad. I put together a new before and after photo and boy did that ever list my spirits! Thank you again and much love to you all!

[jennifer1 180]

As I got close tommy goal' date=' I plateaued for 2-3 months, losing and gaining the same 3-5 lbs.

When I went to my Dr, we both agreed I was dong fine in the green zone. Appetite under control, portion sizes,etc. we both agreed I was fine, and there was no reason for an additional fill. But I was plateaued.

So, just as a experiment, he said he would give me a 1/2cc fill. Just to see. I could come right back if it was too much. We boh agreed it was just a " see what happens"

Well that was all it took to give me that kick, and the weight began to fall off again.

I go back to see him I May, and I may ask to get that 1/2cc removed.[/quote']

B 52 u always have great advice...I have been battling the same 3-4 pounds for about a month...trying to get to onederland. I am close to my goal which is a size 12(which I can do in tops but nit bottoms yet)...I just got a slight unfill about 3 weeks ago and now i'm wondering if I need a little more back in...ugh! Just wanna hit my goal and I have til may 20th....

[idahoanmom 6]

Don't forget as you lose weight your stomach gets smaller too so if the band is not restricting it isn't working! Great job on the 73 though! Go look at your before picture to help you remember your journey and appreciate your accomplishment!

[Nikki Riviotta 33]

Thank you oh and yes I have my next appointment on April 10th i believe i am going to ask for a slight fill.

[nomorejellybelly 77]

Nikki - I too am at a plateau. I didn't reach my one year goal and now I'd be happy if I could lose 40 more lbs this year. I hadn't been on the site for quite awhile and needed support also. Feel free to message me.

NMJB

Today is my one year anniversary for being banded. Today being Wed is also my weekly weigh in day. I have been closely watching what I eat, and exercising, but the weight is just not coming off. I seem to fluctuate between 177 and 182.. it is so frustrating. My main goal was to be down 100 pounds by my anniversary date which would put me at 150. I have worked hard to try to accomplish that, but as I told my husband (who is completely supportive, yet I think he gets tired of it hearing it) That I am stuck in 180 hell because I have been in the 180 range since October. I know I have come a long way, unfortunately I am a person that wants things NOW, lol I am not very patient. So if anyone has any words of encouragement, that might help me through todays depressed state of mind, it would definately be appreciated.

[VSG Mike 3]

Think of how far you've come, what you have already accomplished. You don't want to stop now, do you? If you spend time in the gym change it up a bit don't do the exact exercises, do something completely off your norm and see if it helps. I wish you the best and remember...you CAN do this!