lulu 2 Posted July 22, 2012 Only 3 weeks out and have already had a stall in weight loss. Anyone else experience this? Is it common? It has me very worried. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
americas_suiteheart 53 Posted July 22, 2012 Only 3 weeks out and have already had a stall in weight loss. Anyone else experience this? Is it common? It has me very worried. I heard its common but my idea of this is ...slow and steady wins the race ! It sucks to know people around your dropping pounds like crazy but your body is just going through shock and doesn't quite know how to react! Hang in there ! Did you have a low starting weight (as in 260 -220) ? If so, this is very common . Are you in your teens, 20, or 30? Age is also a factor . Are you getting in Protein and Water like you are supposed to ? Are you exercising ? Are you following all the rules ? Let me know I'm only 3 days post op but I kinda have an idea of what is going on !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lulu 2 Posted July 22, 2012 Yes, I am 33 and started at 225. I follow all the rules and go to the gym 4 times a week. Which is why I am at a loss as to why my weight loss has stopped. I lost 10 lbs the first week, 5 the second and only one last week. Have had no loss at all for about 5 days now. It's just frustrating. 1 americas_suiteheart reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amanda11 50 Posted July 22, 2012 Just went through one and I am 3 weeks also!! May be a weird question but are you doing BMs? Everyday that plays a big part in it!! I didn't go for a week didn't lose anything finally went and 2 lbs went out lol I know TMI but it's the truth! 1 berniec reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandy009 11 Posted July 22, 2012 Well if you are going to the gym it can also be that you gained mussel and lost fat, remember that mussel is heavier than fat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lulu 2 Posted July 22, 2012 I don't have BMs everyday. I guess that could be a factor too, I'm going to try drinking more Water. It can be hard to drink 48 ounces sometimes when you can only sip. I just don't know what else it could be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cookier224 238 Posted July 22, 2012 I heard its common but my idea of this is ...slow and steady wins the race ! It sucks to know people around your dropping pounds like crazy but your body is just going through shock and doesn't quite know how to react! Hang in there ! Did you have a low starting weight (as in 260 -220) ? If so' date=' this is very common . Are you in your teens, 20, or 30? Age is also a factor . Are you getting in Protein and Water like you are supposed to ? Are you exercising ? Are you following all the rules ? Let me know I'm only 3 days post op but I kinda have an idea of what is going on !!![/quote'] Three days out....so how are you feeling? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
americas_suiteheart 53 Posted July 22, 2012 Three days out....so how are you feeling? The Gas is something that gas been unbelievable . It hurts like crazy but I have been using gasx and only taking my pain meds like 2x a day . My abdomen is sore but I'm back to my daily routine of things . Just takes me a bit longer but I manage ! Parents haven't helped me since the first night because I have not really needed it ! Lol I might as well get used to it because the work 13 hour shifts at a time and I am the only child ! My progress is coming along really well .. Just really hate all the gas ! I feel pressure in my abdomen, chest, and back ! I have had no nausea it vomiting just SEVERE GAS. Today , (might be tmi) but I have had really great bowel movements ! I feel better totallly ! I sip sip sip all day long ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jldeville 61 Posted July 23, 2012 Only 3 weeks out and have already had a stall in weight loss. Anyone else experience this? Is it common? It has me very worried. I've stalled as well and I am 2 1/2 weeks post op. 259 on surgery date 7/3 2 week follow up 243 on 7/19. The scale hasn't moved since. I have been getting in my Protein but struggle with the Water intake some days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lulu 2 Posted July 23, 2012 I've stalled as well and I am 2 1/2 weeks post op. 259 on surgery date 7/3 2 week follow up 243 on 7/19. The scale hasn't moved since. I have been getting in my Protein but struggle with the Water intake some days. So do I. The Water intake is my biggest downfall. I sip all day but it can be hard to get down a whole 48 ounces. I have also read that it is possible to have a stall if you don't eat enough calories. I have my 3- wk appointment on Tuesday. Hoping I can get some answers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jldeville 61 Posted July 23, 2012 So do I. The Water intake is my biggest downfall. I sip all day but it can be hard to get down a whole 48 ounces. I have also read that it is possible to have a stall if you don't eat enough calories. I have my 3- wk appointment on Tuesday. Hoping I can get some answers. I know eventually we will find a balance. The last 3 days I just haven't been thirsty and forget to drink. I have been averaging around 500-700 calories a day. The nutritionalist said that's where I need to be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lulu 2 Posted July 23, 2012 I know eventually we will find a balance. The last 3 days I just haven't been thirsty and forget to drink. I have been averaging around 500-700 calories a day. The nutritionalist said that's where I need to be. I was given foods and portion guidelines but not calories. I just calculated my day and it's only 270 calories. Maybe that's my problem. Hmm...I should probably ask about that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jldeville 61 Posted July 23, 2012 I was given foods and portion guidelines but not calories. I just calculated my day and it's only 270 calories. Maybe that's my problem. Hmm...I should probably ask about that. That's a little low but check with your dr office or nutritionalist. The amounts you should eat and how long people stay on liquids seems to vary from dr to dr. I was on Clear Liquids a week. Some people were on them for 2 weeks or longer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs.D 39 Posted July 23, 2012 I was given foods and portion guidelines but not calories. I just calculated my day and it's only 270 calories. Maybe that's my problem. Hmm...I should probably ask about that. How many calories do you get from Protein shakes? I tend to get 300 from Protein and 300 from food most days. Maybe you can add some protein calories? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lulu 2 Posted July 23, 2012 How many calories do you get from Protein shakes? I tend to get 300 from Protein and 300 from food most days. Maybe you can add some protein calories? I may try that. At my one week appointment, my nutritionist said I wasn't at the stage where I needed to worry about protein yet. So I have never had a Protein shake. I'm thinking I'm not taking enough in though. After reviewing everyone's diets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
