Tired of this thing called 'THE STALL'

[RuthiieBabiie 0]

Hey ya'll,

I was sleeved on August 1, 2011 and I lost 21 lbs during weeks 1&2. The reason why I'm frustrated is because I have been in a stall for exactly 3 weeks. Now, I know that a lot of ppl have gone thru this 3 week stall but, I haven't losed an inch for 3 weeks either. In fact I gained 5 lbs this past week, and I don't know WHAT IS GOING ON! After being stalled for 2 weeks my surgeon told me that I needed to up my fluids because I was only getting in about 30oz a day, so I increased my Water and have been drinking btn 64-80oz a day, and as a result I gained 5lbs. I'm getting in 64-90 oz of fluids, eating 4 times a day, walking 3 times a day (15 min. each as instructed) and still nothing. I have read these threads where they tell ppl ' Oh don't worry, even though your not losing weight you are definitely losing inches' Well not for me, and I feel very very discouraged. I have over 100 lbs to lose and I don't think that I will lose even 1/4 of that. HELP, because I don't know what I'm doing wrong.

P.S: I know there are a lot of threads about these dreadful stalls but I needed to vent and get some advice, HOPE YOU'RE NOT ANNOYED.

[Indymom 132]

What are you eating? Are you tracking your food? The weight gain might be from upping your Water and you may lose that very quickly.

If your diet is carb-heavy, you might try upping your Protein and reducing your carbs. I would recommend tracking everything that goes into your mouth so you can see exactly how many calories you're eating (and what the mix of Protein, carbs and fat is).

Good luck, I'm sure it's frustrating!

[Raine 170]

You will be fine. Like you said a lot of people go through the stalls. The gain is from Water weight because think about it you are not consuming enough calories to actually gain that much weight. In order to gain a pound you have to have something like 3500 calories. Your new stomach couldn't handle 3500 calories. Hang tough, you will get through this. It just takes time.

[Gaylebco 11]

I'm so sorry your going through the exact same thing as me.. surgery august 2nd and 13 pounds gone till 7 days after surgery, on august 10th I stalled and as of today, still no weight loss. I have heard everyone say it all..my nut says my Protein, Water, carbs are all perfect but no weight loss and some measurements are even bigger then before....the only hope I can offer, is I'm here with you...I know exactly what you feel and I can hope for us both. I'm sorry again and hope we both loose soon!

Gayle

Send me a private message if you want!

[emmas mom 4]

I am in the same boat! It could be our bodies adjusting to the new way we are eating. I am hoping our bodies adjust soon and we start losing. I think since so many of us are going through it, it has to be normal. I am hoping! LOL! Good luck!!!!

[minniekitty 44]

My weight loss was ridiculously fast at first- I was losing 2 lbs a day for the first 10 days. And then it came to a halt and slowed wayyyy down. It drops a little bit here and there, but anywhere close to my original high rate.

It's normal for your weight to fluctuate. It can be anything from hormones to Water retention to your body just being frustrating (I know I've felt that way). You didn't really gain the weight, so don't worry! So early in the game, it's practically impossible for us to gain weight.

Over 100 lbs to lose can seem like a daunting task. I have 80 lbs to lose and it feels unreachable at times. We have the sleeve to help us, and it will help us.

I'm only 3 weeks post-op, so I might not be the best source of information. If you want a companion in the same boat as you, feel free to PM me or add me as a friend.

[RuthiieBabiie 0]

Thank you so much you guys for giving me your words of encouragement and feedback. I read what ppl say about the stall, but it's different when the advice is directed towards you. I feel so much better .

I usually eat tuna, eggs with cheese, or refried Beans, but I don't track my food. So I am taking your advice Indymom and I signed up with myfitnesspal, and it seems like a create helpful app.

I will keep you all posted .

[Heatherr 149]

Hey ya'll,

I was sleeved on August 1, 2011 and I lost 21 lbs during weeks 1&2. The reason why I'm frustrated is because I have been in a stall for exactly 3 weeks. Now, I know that a lot of ppl have gone thru this 3 week stall but, I haven't losed an inch for 3 weeks either. In fact I gained 5 lbs this past week, and I don't know WHAT IS GOING ON! After being stalled for 2 weeks my surgeon told me that I needed to up my fluids because I was only getting in about 30oz a day, so I increased my Water and have been drinking btn 64-80oz a day, and as a result I gained 5lbs. I'm getting in 64-90 oz of fluids, eating 4 times a day, walking 3 times a day (15 min. each as instructed) and still nothing. I have read these threads where they tell ppl ' Oh don't worry, even though your not losing weight you are definitely losing inches' Well not for me, and I feel very very discouraged. I have over 100 lbs to lose and I don't think that I will lose even 1/4 of that. HELP, because I don't know what I'm doing wrong.

P.S: I know there are a lot of threads about these dreadful stalls but I needed to vent and get some advice, HOPE YOU'RE NOT ANNOYED.

I was sleeved August 2nd and in the exact same boat. It sucks. I gained this week, but got my TOM 2 days ago, so I'm hoping that was why and it'll come back off very soon. Keep plugging along. IT will come off because it has to - it's simple science, but I get your frustration. I'm on that bench with you.

[wishes 125]

Even though this article is for DSers, I really think it is helpful. Hope it breaks soon!

http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.html

[Julie76 251]

I promise it will start again! I was stalled for two weeks. Scared the mess out of me thinking I had spent all of this money for nothing. But I stepped on the scale and guess what.... the 3 lbs I gained and 2 more were gone this morning (I didn't weigh all weekend):dance:. I also went another pant size down. IT WILL HAPPEN .....JUST NOT OVERNIGHT!

Good Luck Y'all!

[RuthiieBabiie 0]

Hey Ya'll

So yesterday I weighed myself and lost the 5 lbs that I gained, but I still consider myself still in a stall because I'm right back to where I was when I started stalling :-(. It will be 4 weeks on Monday and I'm a little worried because I have read about 3 week stalls not 4 weeks. I'm not upset like I was before but I will say that I'm a little hopeful as well.

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

Hey Ya'll

So yesterday I weighed myself and lost the 5 lbs that I gained, but I still consider myself still in a stall because I'm right back to where I was when I started stalling :-(. It will be 4 weeks on Monday and I'm a little worried because I have read about 3 week stalls not 4 weeks. I'm not upset like I was before but I will say that I'm a little hopeful as well.

When you hear about the 3rd week stall, what that means is it STARTS around the 3rd week post op. The 3rd week stall on average lasts from 3 weeks long, and I've even heard some lasting 5 weeks long. So no worries, what you're going through is completely normal.

You just have to hang in there and wait for it to pass, unfortunately. Like Julie76 mentioned, it will happen... just not overnight.

I've endured all kinds of stalls being a year out, but time goes by and the pounds and inches continue to drop. Keep your spirits up and stay positive! I know it's really hard during times like this, but know that someday you will be right here where I'm standing. You'll be breaking advice at goal while the newbs are worried about their 3rd week stall.

[To Be Thin 2011 80]

Thank you so much you guys for giving me your words of encouragement and feedback. I read what ppl say about the stall, but it's different when the advice is directed towards you. I feel so much better .

I usually eat tuna, eggs with cheese, or refried Beans, but I don't track my food. So I am taking your advice Indymom and I signed up with myfitnesspal, and it seems like a create helpful app.

I will keep you all posted .

Hey Ruthie, GREAT step in tracking your food - it is so benificial for you to actually see how many calories, carbs & protiens you are getting... There are many supportive, knowledgeable people on this forum, good for you in listening and taking advise. You will do great, stay focus and stay positive!!!

[thinoneday 445]

Hey ya'll,

I was sleeved on August 1, 2011 and I lost 21 lbs during weeks 1&2. The reason why I'm frustrated is because I have been in a stall for exactly 3 weeks. Now, I know that a lot of ppl have gone thru this 3 week stall but, I haven't losed an inch for 3 weeks either. In fact I gained 5 lbs this past week, and I don't know WHAT IS GOING ON! After being stalled for 2 weeks my surgeon told me that I needed to up my fluids because I was only getting in about 30oz a day, so I increased my Water and have been drinking btn 64-80oz a day, and as a result I gained 5lbs. I'm getting in 64-90 oz of fluids, eating 4 times a day, walking 3 times a day (15 min. each as instructed) and still nothing. I have read these threads where they tell ppl ' Oh don't worry, even though your not losing weight you are definitely losing inches' Well not for me, and I feel very very discouraged. I have over 100 lbs to lose and I don't think that I will lose even 1/4 of that. HELP, because I don't know what I'm doing wrong.

P.S: I know there are a lot of threads about these dreadful stalls but I needed to vent and get some advice, HOPE YOU'RE NOT ANNOYED.

Never feel that we will be annoyed with a vent. . .

Honey, I was on a stall for 7 months. . . want to talk about being annoyed??? But then after a while it moved again, I lost only 3 lbs and no more. . i did pass my doctors goal but never got to my own. . . maybe mine was a little too much to expect. I'm very happy at my weight right now, and i actually like myself a whole lot better!!!

I won't tell you "it'll get better" or "don't worry about it" cause i know it's you. . . we all want things good for US. . .but what i will tell you is this BE PATIENT. . . and that is harder then any weight loss efforts. . . good luck