Three Weeks Out

[bigkim 109]

Three weeks out no more weight loss. I eat so much less and the scale says nothing. An example would be if I have protien I can eat two big shrimp and I am done. Is this to much?

I use the snack size tuna and after a couple of bites I an done. Drink plenty of fluids unsweet tea or Water. Not released for full exercise yet.

Am I on the right path or am I doing something wrong.

Kim

[mrsnate 55]

I'm not there yet, but it sounds like a stall to me.

[wanttolose32 15]

That is funny, I am having the same problem. I have been walking, probably not as much as I should but I am and I am seeing a stall and I am 2 1/2 weeks post op. I thought it was me.

[txchickinla 4]

Four weeks out, I have not lost anything in a week ....so depressing.... I am trying to get all of my Protein in but having trouble getting in 60 grams... Doing good on getting in my liquids....haven't been released to exercise yet, but trying to walk some everyday......ugh,... sure what to do...

[NoExcuses 24]

Kim, you may have reached the infamous 3 week stall. A lot of folks have experienced it. Take a deep breath and trust your scale will move soon. In the mean time, evaluate your progress so far: Are you getting in all your liquids? Are you getting the right amount of Protein (60-80 grams depending on what your doctor recommends)? Are you eating enough? Sometimes you body may go into "starvation mode," especially if you are under 800 calories. Hope this helps! Hang in there. Stalls are a normal part of the process - I know that doesn't make it any less frustrating!!

[thickchic 14]

Kim i was the same way and the following week i lost 4lbs.. Your not getting enough calories and your doy is in starvation mode. Its keeping everything you eat for the fear it wont get more. Once i got my calories up i was back to my regularly scheduled program...LOL

[WillowsKnot 71]

Once i got my calories up i was back to my regularly scheduled program...LOL

This was my thinking as well because I am in the same boat. I am struggling to get more than 25 to 30 oz. of fluids in. I sip all day at work, but still when I was told no drinking 30 mins. before eating or an hour after eating, it really limits you because if you eat three meals that is 4 1/2 hours in which I can not drink anything!!! How are you all getting your fluids in? I feel like this is a big mystery to me with the timing of eating issue.

I also wanted to know what you mean "got my calories up"... to what amount? I am probably at about 600 to 700 on a good day. Thanks. It would help to know what to strive for to get off this stall. I really appreciate your help and comments on this one.

[thickchic 14]

Willowsknot my NUT said i need to get 800calories aday atleast for my body to continue to lose weight. But i also need to get my fluids in too. It was very hard until i started drinking sugar free carnation Instant Breakfast or making sure i get my Protein Shakes in. Its killing two birds with one stone. Your getting more calories and the hydration part too.

[txchickinla 4]

Willowsknot my NUT said i need to get 800calories aday atleast for my body to continue to lose weight. But i also need to get my fluids in too. It was very hard until i started drinking sugar free carnation Instant breakfast or making sure i get my Protein shakes in. Its killing two birds with one stone. Your getting more calories and the hydration part too.

Thank you! This is very helpful!

[bigkim 109]

Thanks everyone I hope it passes.

[WillowsKnot 71]

Willowsknot my NUT said i need to get 800calories aday atleast for my body to continue to lose weight. But i also need to get my fluids in too. It was very hard until i started drinking sugar free carnation Instant breakfast or making sure i get my Protein Shakes in. Its killing two birds with one stone. Your getting more calories and the hydration part too.

Saw my doc yesterday and I was told 800 to 1000 for the same reason and to remain healthy. Thanks for the carnation instant breakfast. Think I will get some this weekend. I used to like that stuff.

[thickchic 14]

Also i know some of the Protein Shakes are NASTY!!!!! I use the champion vanilla and i add the red sugar free Hawiian punch powder packet to it.. Tastes like a fruit punch cream cicle

[fanofdmb 6]

that is a good idea about the fruit punch and the vanilla Protein. i too have hit a stall and am very frustrated. i have been walking since i was about 2 weeks out of surgery. i wonder if it is because of muscle gain also that the scale is not moving. GAH!! so irritating!