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Hey all I am a newbie to the forum!! I had surgery on 6/14/12. I started pre op diet on 5/31/12. I lost 11 lbs prior to surgery, and now 4 weeks post op I have lost a total of 21 lbs.

Am I having too high of expectations to lose more weight than I am?

I am averaging about 1100 calories a day, minimizing carb intake and working out religiously at least 5 times per week.

I started at 217lbs and now am down to 196.

Am I being unrealistic?

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I think u are doing great, this isnt a fast weight loss solution and this should have been explained to you prior to surgery. Weight loss till u get to your sweet spot/full restriction with fills, will depend on your willpower mainly and wise choices with food and exercise ... the average weight loss is normally 1 to 2 lbs per week, u seem to be bang on target. This time post op up to 6 weeks is for healing and getting used to the new eating regime so dont be too impatient u seem to be doing fine as u are :)

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Well, kinda, yes you are being unrealistic (and I mean that in the nicest way :) )

You have to remember the first 4-6 weeks after surgery are for healing not weight loss. So, the fact you have lost any during this first month is quite the accomplishment. You should be very proud.

Also, look at it this way: You have lost approximately 2.5 pounds per week since surgery. Generally speaking, most surgeons will say they expect a 1-2 pound per week loss average. So again, you are doing great and are actually losing faster than predicted.

Be patient with yourself, the weight is coming off and you are doing very good :)

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Thanks ladies!! I guess I'm just impatient lol... I feel great though, and I've spoke with other bandsters from the office and they lost between 30-45 lbs the first month. I thought I was just odd. I did speak with my nurse and she said I was "trippin" because I'm doing great! Good news is, I have my first fill on 7/17/12.

Another thought... Am I weird because I already have restriction with no fills... Is that a good thing? Idk but they said I was a great candidate to get a fill during the surgery due to my weight loss pre op as well as internal organ stuff.. Idk the proper lingo

I notice my portions are considerably diminished. And have instituted healthier snacks...

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I had considerable restriction even with an empty band. It's all dependent on your anatomy. Likewise, I am definitely in the Green Zone of good restriction with only 4cc in my band now, too. Most people need their bands more full than mine is (at least it appears that way from all I read).

You're doing great, just keep at it like you are :)

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Thanks Mis.. I am so blessed to have found these forums. You guys are so realistic and supportive!! I just need to learn how to post my pic on here now lol...thanks again!!!

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