How much weight loss per week is normal?

[Drummergirl505 7]

I was wondering how much loss per week is normal after the RNY propcedure? I had the surgery 6 weeks ago and am afraid that I am not losing enough. I have only lost 22 pounds since I had the surgery.

Other people who had the surgery when I did have lost a lot more than I have. I feel discouraged and wonder how everyone else has been doing.

Thanks for any input!!

[slowtogo 301]

3-5 lbs per week is normal.

[Cupcake 801]

I agree with the above statement you are loosing everyone loose weight differently just continue with the Protein Water and eating properly and the weight will gone off congrats on your choice to be healthy and welcome to the losers bench .

[Marathongirl 106]

Everyone is totally different! I only lost 2 lbs per week for the longest time. I suffered from two stalls right away. It really just depends on your body. I know its hard, but try not to compare yourself to others, it will just drive you crazy! Good Luck on your journey!

[Leena 108]

A lot also depends upon how much you have to loose as well as if you're a revision.

[terry1118 1,274]

There is no 'normal'. There are way too many variables.

[jacileggs 402]

I agree. Don't get too high of expectations. Before surgery I saw those 3-5 lbs a week stats and was so excited. I however am a slow loser as I don't have a lot to lose. 6 months post op I am down 50 lbs. But I am happy with that. Still losing super slowly now. But it is still coming off.

[pinkhiker 18]

My mom was a lot heavier than I am. She lost at a faster rate. I am going on the side that I will be in the 2-4lbs per week range. Im okay with that While I am still very much overweight I am about 85lbs less than what my mom was day of surgery

I used this when I trained for the 10mile MN TC run and will be applying it to my weight loss rate.... fast or slow as long as you go. I dont care if the weight is fast or slow coming off me just as long as I am making daily efforts to change to more healthier habits. I can't wait to get back to running again!!

[itsmekarenlee 129]

I'm losing about a pound per day but only 9 days out.

[Marathongirl 106]

My mom was a lot heavier than I am. She lost at a faster rate. I am going on the side that I will be in the 2-4lbs per week range. Im okay with that While I am still very much overweight I am about 85lbs less than what my mom was day of surgery

I used this when I trained for the 10mile MN TC run and will be applying it to my weight loss rate.... fast or slow as long as you go. I dont care if the weight is fast or slow coming off me just as long as I am making daily efforts to change to more healthier habits. I can't wait to get back to running again!!

It's nice to find another runner lover on here! I'm back up to 3.1 miles right now. I'm not paying attention to speed as much as I am distance. It feels so nice to be able to run again!

[jtickle 295]

I have lost 13 pounds this week. I would like to get into running, but I am not sure how to start. I know I can't go out there and just start running 5 miles a day. Give me some advice runners!

[RNBSN786 206]

You can not compare your results to others...you have to compare yourself to yourself. Everyones' journey is different and everyones' goals are different. Some have a lot to lose and some dont and of course all of us hit stalls. So best advice is to keep going and follow your doc's advice and have goals for yourself. There is no exact number on how many pounds you should lose a week...you can do it. Good luck!

[Drummergirl505 7]

Thanks everyone for the input. I lost 2 1/2 pounds this last week and was happy with that. The week before I only lost 2 pounds. I am trying really hard to stick to the diet but I am having trouble getting all my Protein in. I will just keep doing my best!