JackieV 246 Posted July 22, 2013 Wow 93!!!! And 5 more lbs! That's great- any advise! U dud great Sent from my iPhone using VST 5 to my surgeons goal. I am thinking I have anywhere from 40-70 until my final goal. I plan to play it by ear and see where I am most comfortable. My biggest piece of advice is to listen to your body. It took a few months for me to stop eating once i felt satisfied. Early out, I would eat to clear my measured amount or until I was uncomfortable. Now I stop at the first hint of fullness. I make sure to eat lots of Protein but I don't treat this as a diet. If I want something bad enough I will allow for it. I really love my sleeve because I can have 1-2 bites and be over the cravings. From time to time I will notice bad habits creeping back and I zap them quickly. Whenever my weight loss starts to slow or i feel like i am slacking i will cut back to the basics of protein and low carb. The plan I've been following is 800-1000 calories, 60+ protein and under 70 carbs. I was on a stricter plan but my nut changed things after a few months since I had already lost a lot. I also think it's important not to compare yourself to anyone else. I remember being so frustrated that I was behind everyone else. After the crazy beginning loss, I've been averaging anywhere from 1 to 3 pounds a week, about 11-12 a month. It doesn't seem like a lot but time is on our side, it's added up to huge numbers. 4 TES, Chelenka, Sun Devil Fan and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackieV 246 Posted July 22, 2013 Hw 320Height 5'9" Dos 2/14/13 CW 240 Goal by my 32nd bday 9/17/13: 220 Goal for 1/1/14 : 200 Totally achievable, you're doing great!!! 1 PhilyNurse reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 22, 2013 5 to my surgeons goal. I am thinking I have anywhere from 40-70 until my final goal. I plan to play it by ear and see where I am most comfortable. My biggest piece of advice is to listen to your body. It took a few months for me to stop eating once i felt satisfied. Early out' date=' I would eat to clear my measured amount or until I was uncomfortable. Now I stop at the first hint of fullness. I make sure to eat lots of Protein but I don't treat this as a diet. If I want something bad enough I will allow for it. I really love my sleeve because I can have 1-2 bites and be over the cravings. From time to time I will notice bad habits creeping back and I zap them quickly. Whenever my weight loss starts to slow or i feel like i am slacking i will cut back to the basics of protein and low carb. The plan I've been following is 800-1000 calories, 60+ protein and under 70 carbs. I was on a stricter plan but my nut changed things after a few months since I had already lost a lot. I also think it's important not to compare yourself to anyone else. I remember being so frustrated that I was behind everyone else. After the crazy beginning loss, I've been averaging anywhere from 1 to 3 pounds a week, about 11-12 a month. It doesn't seem like a lot but time is on our side, it's added up to huge numbers.[/quote'] Everything u said was wonderful advise thank you Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MyNxtChptr 5 Posted July 22, 2013 S/P 2/13/13 Pre surgery 256# Surgery date 239# Hot 5`4" Current weight 186 I am so excited,life is great. Only downside, my beautiful hair is leaving me. I have learned to cook more and share with friends and coworkers. Who ever said we took the easy way out ,should be given a two week vs trial. All of you are so inspiring....... 3 TES, jacee and JackieV reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winningbylosing 49 Posted July 22, 2013 It great to see everyone's progress. All the losses are aamazing. My scale moves like a tire with a slow leak. I have no big loss to report but the inches have been good. I'll post cuz I'm thrilled Neck from a 17 to 15 Shoulder 56 to 51 3 Chelenka, PhilyNurse and TES reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 23, 2013 It great to see everyone's progress. All the losses are aamazing. My scale moves like a tire with a slow leak. I have no big loss to report but the inches have been good. I'll post cuz I'm thrilled Neck from a 17 to 15 Shoulder 56 to 51 That's great!! Sometimes the NSV can be just as good! Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackieV 246 Posted July 23, 2013 Time to share a pic 3 jacee, PhilyNurse and TES reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glitterbug 16 Posted July 23, 2013 Down 30lbs in 3 weeks 1 JackieV reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevVSG 12 Posted July 23, 2013 I haven't posted here in a while but thought I'd share an update. Sleeved - Feb 13th Pre-surgery weight - 311 Surgery weight - 294 Today - 219.6 Total weight lost is about 92 pounds. Honestly I pretty much eat what I want but I ALWAYS eat Protein throughout the day and eat it first. Dairy doesn't settle to well with me but I can tolerate it in small amounts. 220 was my goal and I reached it yesterday. My next goal is 200 and I think I'd really be happy there. 4 Txcowgurl, PhilyNurse, TES and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevVSG 12 Posted July 23, 2013 Here's a pic of me from about 3 weeks ago. Again, I've lost 92 pounds in a little over 5 months. 3 PhilyNurse, annapatel and Chelenka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackieV 246 Posted July 23, 2013 I haven't posted here in a while but thought I'd share an update. Sleeved - Feb 13th Pre-surgery weight - 311 Surgery weight - 294 Today - 219.6 Total weight lost is about 92 pounds. Honestly I pretty much eat what I want but I ALWAYS eat Protein throughout the day and eat it first. Dairy doesn't settle to well with me but I can tolerate it in small amounts. 220 was my goal and I reached it yesterday. My next goal is 200 and I think I'd really be happy there. Great job, looks like we started with very similar stats and we are right on track together. Congratulations on all you've accomplished. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 23, 2013 Time to share a pic Your pics are great! Looks like your doing wonderful!! Congrats Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 23, 2013 Down 30lbs in 3 weeks Wow incredible ' Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 23, 2013 I haven't posted here in a while but thought I'd share an update. Sleeved - Feb 13th Pre-surgery weight - 311 Surgery weight - 294 Today - 219.6 Total weight lost is about 92 pounds. Honestly I pretty much eat what I want but I ALWAYS eat Protein throughout the day and eat it first. Dairy doesn't settle to well with me but I can tolerate it in small amounts. 220 was my goal and I reached it yesterday. My next goal is 200 and I think I'd really be happy there. Yay! So much to congratulate u on !! Goal!! And the loss so quickly that's awesome! Congrats Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evolving 973 Posted July 23, 2013 Here's a pic of me from about 3 weeks ago. Again' date=' I've lost 92 pounds in a little over 5 months. [/quote'] Looks u could be at goal already!!! U look great! Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites