Need a jump start to stay committed!

[bettje 2]

Pre banding, I lost 24#s and after surgery in Nov. 2011, I lost 28#s but I have regained 15#s much to my dismay. I hit a plateau after July of last year (2012) and I have felt weight gain since the holidays. I must admit that I have not always followed the basics, including exercise. I know how important it is to get your adequate Water and Protein. I was told once that I may not be getting enough calories. I use to skip meals routinely and I am trying to do better. I rarely have hunger pains so I know that I am getting sufficient protein. Only one month did I feel that I was in the green zone when I lost 9#s of fat even though I had water gain. In my last visits for refills,I have been told that I gained water but not fat when I went for a refill. I am currently at 81/4 cc(s); my band is 10cc. Any way, I need a jump start, because I know it is in my best interest to do so! Exercise, I understand, is the way to go, but I need to be motivated. I am trying to follow the SUGAR BUSTERS DIET as close as possible. Although, I am not losing, I am trying to stay committed although it is frustrating when I think about it at times, especially when I consider how I have given up eating ice creme at night. Hopefully, being a member of lapbandtalk will help!

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Are you tracking your calories? It's the only way to be certain you're not eating too much or too little.

[hely88 883]

Not being hungry does not in any way mean you are getting enough Protein. I am with Mis. I suggest you start measureing and tracking everything you eat and I bet you will find out the source. The basics are most important. The band doesnt make you gain or lose weight. Calories in vs Calories burned. Good luck to you!

[bettje 2]

Missy,

I must admit that I have not been tracking my calories. When I discussed my calories, I was told to make sure that I consumed between 1000-1100. It is task to keep up with that when you are working. Thanks! I need to work on all areas! (Smile!)

[bettje 2]

Hi Missy & Hely88!

I read your profiles! Congrats to both of you! Very impressive! This is my first day in this site so I shall try to visit often! Thanks for your comments and encouragement!