This might sound stupid

[jmonique78 54]

But if I've never been successful at loosing weight how am I supposed to loose 10%??? I've never been able to loose that much

[tigerbelle 328]

you are talking about losing 10% of your body weight pre-op? this is an insurance requirement or your surgeon's?

[Truckerchic_M 92]

But if I've never been successful at loosing weight how am I supposed to loose 10%??? I've never been able to loose that much

Sounds weird huh? I started my program in january and was told I had to lose 10% which is 30lbs for me. I am now 25lbs down and my finale doctor visit is June 10. I dont know how long your program is and what it entails but slow and steady is all I can say, work towards making better choices use an app like my fitness pal, lose it spark, people etc to keep track. The first couple months I had a lot of "this is the last time ill be having this" or food funerals but as I made changes and educated myself of life post op it has gotten easier.

Look at this as just another step closer to your healthy life your sleeve is just a tool and we have to change the habits and behaviors that got us to this point, be strong you have a lot of support here!

[inarakatra 51]

That sucks, but maybe a week of liquid diet will help?

[jmonique78 54]

It's the surgeons requirement I have not cal kaiser. I would need to loose 22 lbs. your right though I just have to do it! I have a 1&2 yr old and it's so hard to get the time for myself

[jmonique78 54]

I have heard that not all patients have to so who knows! I'll start trying hard now

[Veruca Salt 31]

I would tell you to start your Protein Shakes now and jut drink those. They are very filling and you can drink as many as you want. I never could and when I went for surgery I was down 22 ols. Ireally did not try, had to be the Protein shakes.< /p>

[Truckerchic_M 92]

It's the surgeons requirement I have not cal kaiser. I would need to loose 22 lbs. your right though I just have to do it! I have a 1&2 yr old and it's so hard to get the time for myself

How long do they give you reach your goal? I have Geisinger which is kinda to east coast Kaiser lol surgeon insurance program etc places this requirement.

Well with 2 babies you got the activity part licked lol Protein Shakes are good just dont burn yourself out on them to soon.

[jmonique78 54]

I haven't met with the surgeon yet waiting to be approved to move forward I just know this is a kaiser requirement. I'll give the Protein Shakes a try maybe for lunches and do a light Breakfast And healthy dinner. Looks like me and my treadmill need to become friends again!

[Truckerchic_M 92]

Ive lost mine with no exercise at all like none lol I drive truck, Protein Shakes, yogurt. Cottage cheese are good just watch carbs and sugars...you can do this

[jmonique78 54]

Thank you !

[ccbarrick 8]

I have to lose 10% as well. That's my insurance company requesting that. Plus 3 week pre-op liquid diet. I was considering doing the liquid diet for a week and see how I do with weight loss. Just eat a lean dinner. It's frustrating!'

[brandnewbie 42]

My advice would be to start slow, pick one category of bad choices and stop eating them. I started with sugary foods and started chewing a lot of gum. Then work on portion sizes and then stick to healthier options. I take my son walking with me daily (15mths) First day I could only do 15minutes 4/week (5 warm up 5 moderate 5 cool down, moderate described to me by my physiotherapist as being able to talk but not sing) Now almost 10 weeks later am down 36lbs and walking 45minutes daily, 30 mod. It's really hard for first cpl weeks but it gets easier. Now I know what real hunger feels like...if I can do it so can you...Just make sure if you falter you forgive and start again.. You are stronger than you know! And we're here for you.

[jmonique78 54]

Thank you! Soda is gone!

[KitKat40 100]

Well my surgeon said he wouldn't consider surgery until my BMI was down ... I was @ his office @ my highest weight 296 BMI 57 I'm 40yrs old and 5" !!! Well can I just say I left there and cried ... & then went to an all u can eat buffet and stuffed my sorrows !!! Then I went to see my NUT and she made me feel better she gave me this list !!! She said pick 1 every week till I get them all !! Then she gave me the amount of calories she wants to at !!! It's changed as I've started to loose weight now I'm @ 1200 calories a dAy !! In the beginning it was 1800

Weight loss tips

1) weigh yourself once @ day

2) limit TV 2hours a day

3) call a friend 3 times a week

Or nutritionist

4) more Fiber in your diet

5) 10,000 steps a day

6) track food and diary

7) sleep 7 hours a night

8) drinks 8 glasses of Water a day

9) stick to a 8hr work week

10) cut sugar read labels

Well as of this morning I was 258 lbs I have an appt with the surgeon next week to set up my surgery date ... Baby steps you gave up soda that's awesome !!! If I can do this Lord there's Hope !!! I wish you luck ... We are here to help each other

Kat