All of my December sleevers...

[doreen70 268]

I'm down from 275 to 167 this morning. I want to lose at least 8 more lbs to reach normal BMI. I have been bouncing between 170 to 166 all month.

[MichiganChic 3,262]

Hello I have a question for this group...

I am 154 pounds now ,I have a normal BMI...and only need 7 1/2 pounds to go....I am 5'7 ....

my weight loss is a snails crawl ....sleeved Dec 26, 2013 ....I think it's because my body thinks it's in Maintenance ...which is bound to happen when I get this close to goal...

My question is ,what is a good calorie range should I be in to maintain. ..currently I eat about 1000 to 1100 calories...protein 65 to 70 ...carbs 100-130 (a little higher than I like...but fruit is killing me )

Highest weight 296

surgery weight 264

Today 153.6

Patty

I don't know the answer for you for maintenance since I'm not there (and have a long way to go) but I think it's sort of trial and error. I've learned that if I want to lose, I need to eat less than 900 calories. My loss has slowed too, and I think it's because there are days I'm higher and because I have less to lose. You could use one of the TDEE calculators for guidance, but I suspect that you would be able to eat somewhere around 1500 calories a day (on average) to maintain, but you will learn what your number is. I think for me, I will probably need to stay at 1200-1300 to maintain since I've been blessed with a very slow metabolism. I have a question for you - Do you think you need to lose that last 7 pounds? I also want a normal BMI, but I'm starting to wonder if that should really be my ultimate goal. I'm also wondering if I'll ever get there, and I don't want to think of this as a failure if I don't. Anyway, congrats on your FABULOUS success!

[Joy0125 95]

Surgery weight - 268

Today - 171

Total lost - 97

Feeling great. Progress has slowed quite a bit. I tore my ACL so haven't been able to do as much or as varied cardio as I'd like. I started the physical therapy yesterday and the physical therapist is hot so I'm going to get back on track with exercise and have something nice to look at while I do it. That is looking at it glass half full . Strength training has been amazing and i actually have tone and some muscles. Im enjoying dressing my new body. I bought size 8 pants and cant remember ever being that size as an adult even at my thinnest. While I recognize that I have transformed and my body is smaller, I don't think I truly see myself the way I look. People say I'm "thin" and I just don't connect that word with myself. It is strange. I feel like I'm a "normal" weight lol. I couldn't be happier with my decision. I feel more active in life, more confident, and just more joyful. Glad to see all the progress everyone else is making!

[pattycake71963 84]

I don't know the answer for you for maintenance since I'm not there (and have a long way to go) but I think it's sort of trial and error. I've learned that if I want to lose, I need to eat less than 900 calories. My loss has slowed too, and I think it's because there are days I'm higher and because I have less to lose. You could use one of the TDEE calculators for guidance, but I suspect that you would be able to eat somewhere around 1500 calories a day (on average) to maintain, but you will learn what your number is. I think for me, I will probably need to stay at 1200-1300 to maintain since I've been blessed with a very slow metabolism. I have a question for you - Do you think you need to lose that last 7 pounds? I also want a normal BMI, but I'm starting to wonder if that should really be my ultimate goal. I'm also wondering if I'll ever get there, and I don't want to think of this as a failure if I don't. Anyway, congrats on your FABULOUS success!

I am not sure if I really need to loss 7 more...but once my Dr gave me my new goal, I can't seam to stop...it's in my head lol....I am very skinny on top ,a little bigger on bottom so I hope it comes of the bottom

[MichiganChic 3,262]

I am not sure if I really need to loss 7 more...but once my Dr gave me my new goal, I can't seam to stop...it's in my head lol....I am very skinny on top ,a little bigger on bottom so I hope it comes of the bottom

I'm fairly small on top, too. I wear a medium, or a 10. I'm in a 14 on the bottom.....but I know it's going to keep coming off proportionately. I also wish it would just come off the bottom!

[UndercoverBariatricGal 167]

Hey everyone just checking in on my fellow December Sleevers... I'm wondering how everyone is feeling knowing we all about to hit a year.... I don't know about you guys but I still feel a whole lot of restriction I spoke to a friend of mines that is a few years out and she says she can get in about 12 ounces at this time.. I'm still very stuffed at 5-6 ounces depending on what I'm eating. with meats 3 Oz stuffs me but with yogurt I can get in 5.3 with slight discomfort and 6 ounces is pushing it. I still dont drink and eat together... I still stay away from bad carbs.. What are you all doing almost a year out?

[Chellemetime 299]

Hi! My restriction is still pretty good too. Dense meats like steak, chicken, pork and shrimp I can do 3-4oz. Ground beef, fish and crab about 2-3oz. I still mostly stick to Protein and 2-4 bites of veggies but every once in a while I might sneak in a couple of bites of potatoes or Pasta. I have 14 pounds to go until I meet my personal goal. 4 pounds to meet my Drs goal and am LOVING my sleeve.

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[kscdvm 78]

Hey everyone just checking in on my fellow December Sleevers... I'm wondering how everyone is feeling knowing we all about to hit a year.... I don't know about you guys but I still feel a whole lot of restriction I spoke to a friend of mines that is a few years out and she says she can get in about 12 ounces at this time.. I'm still very stuffed at 5-6 ounces depending on what I'm eating. with meats 3 Oz stuffs me but with yogurt I can get in 5.3 with slight discomfort and 6 ounces is pushing it. I still dont drink and eat together... I still stay away from bad carbs.. What are you all doing almost a year out?

I still have a lot if restriction too. A 6 oz Greek yogurt is my limit. I don't have room to drink for at least an hour to 1 1/2 hours after eating. I'm supposed to snack to get all my Protein and calories in but then I have trouble getting all my liquids in.

Just when I think I can eat more, I get a reminder that I can't. My nose runs when I reach my limit. Anyone else have a "tell" that they are close to full?

[rsmont77 101]

Hello I have a question for this group... I am 154 pounds now ' date='I have a normal BMI...and only need 7 1/2 pounds to go....I am 5'7 .... my weight loss is a snails crawl ....sleeved Dec 26, 2013 ....I think it's because my body thinks it's in Maintenance ...which is bound to happen when I get this close to goal... My question is ,what is a good calorie range should I be in to maintain. ..currently I eat about 1000 to 1100 calories...protein 65 to 70 ...carbs 100-130 (a little higher than I like...but fruit is killing me ) Highest weight 296 surgery weight 264 Today 153.6 Patty[/quote']

This is what my nutritionist sent me when I asked a similar question.....

Hi Stephanie,

You should probably be at 700-750 calories to begin with, 90-120 grams of Protein, 30-40 grams of carb would be okay (just make sure you have less than 15 grams of sugar the rest form more complex carb), 30 grams fat. Every month or two, I would suggest increasing your calories by 100, protein always 90-120, carbs to 40-50 (at goal to begin with then increases as you get below your goal weight by 10 grams per 1-2 months and never more than 80-100 at maintenance) and less thn 50 grams of fat at maintenance. I would try and stay at 20-40 grams of carb until you have a BMI of about 22/23 as I think that would be the ideal weight to get down to.

[UndercoverBariatricGal 167]

This is what my nutritionist sent me when I asked a similar question.....

Hi Stephanie,

You should probably be at 700-750 calories to begin with, 90-120 grams of Protein, 30-40 grams of carb would be okay (just make sure you have less than 15 grams of sugar the rest form more complex carb), 30 grams fat. Every month or two, I would suggest increasing your calories by 100, protein always 90-120, carbs to 40-50 (at goal to begin with then increases as you get below your goal weight by 10 grams per 1-2 months and never more than 80-100 at maintenance) and less thn 50 grams of fat at maintenance. I would try and stay at 20-40 grams of carb until you have a BMI of about 22/23 as I think that would be the ideal weight to get down to.

I swear my doctors office was very little help in this area I have not seen the nutritionist since my first post op appointment and that was only because I complained about the fact that they gave me a diet for post op lap band people and not post op vsg people. I have done all my dieting on my on. I was never given a goal weight by my doctor or even a restrictions list.. He actually encouraged me to go back to food if it didn't fit in one sitting lol, I mean don't get me wrong I have yet to walk in there without results but heck I did this on my own. I did my own research and gave myself a goal they asked me what my goal was and I told them and they were happy with my choice in goal.. I swear at times I wish I had a more professional group. I guess they give you the help when they see you failing but since I have done good from day one I didnt get that additional help..*shrug* .

[kscdvm 78]

So. I'm trying something new this week. I have been using my fitness pal daily since June 2012. My original goal was 150. I'm at 145 now so I decided to see how I do without the crutch of mfp for a week.

My nutritionist said that those that continue to chart their food do better in the long term. I'm not giving it up for good but want to feel like I can survive without it for short periods of time.

[rswa3319 69]

So. I'm trying something new this week. I have been using my fitness pal daily since June 2012. My original goal was 150. I'm at 145 now so I decided to see how I do without the crutch of mfp for a week.

My nutritionist said that those that continue to chart their food do better in the long term. I'm not giving it up for good but want to feel like I can survive without it for short periods of time.

Keep us posted?? My goal was 150 and as of last weekend I was 154 so as scary as it is I'm moving into maintenance mode soon.

[mariamitani 405]

It does feel weird to know and merge into maintenance mode

[kscdvm 78]

So. One week of no myfitnesspal and I lost a pound. I'm using it this week to see how I do back on. I'm also going to work with a personal trainer this month to work on some strength training. I get enough aerobic exercise but I don't like strength training unless someone makes me do it.

[sk1471 13]

Advise needed sleevers.

Hi guys my highest weight was 110.3kg, the doctor said i could loose between 50 and 80% of excess weight, i think around there, anyways, so how many kilos would that be? And how much in % have i lost so far?

Awaiting your replies.

Highest weight. 110.3kg

Current weight. 69.4kg

Surgery date. 21.12.12.