Only loss 10pds in 4 weeks

[hanginthere 2]

My surgery was Feb.3rd. and I've only lost 10pds. post op. Will more weight drop off later. Im eating alot less. How do you get the weight off? Help!

[IcanMakeit 1,318]

1. For almost everyone, the weight loss starts off slowly because the body is still adjusting after the surgery. I can remember being very disappointed because I lost weight slower post-surgery than I did pre-surgery. Try to relax. Your body will catch up to all the changes soon and then you'll see more dramatic results.

2. Ten pounds is still 10 pounds. Celebrate every pound lost instead of focusing on the pounds you want to lose. It makes the discomforts and disappointments much less bothersome if you keep a good attitude.

You are on your way. Stay the course.

[Big_Mama 511]

Be careful to not be drinking your calories. Stick to your Dr's dietary exercise plan to a T and don't fret, the weight will start coming off. Our bodies go into starvation mode and hold old to every calorie you ingest out of fear it won't get anymore.

[hanginthere 2]

Thanks for all the replys. They all make good sense. Ok. Ill be patient and hang in there. Thanks.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

My surgery was Feb.3rd. and I've only lost 10pds. post op. Will more weight drop off later. Im eating alot less. How do you get the weight off? Help!

What are you eating/drinking? Are you reaching you getting at least 60gms Protein and 64 ounces fluids? Are you exercising or at least walking each day? For us it really is quality over quantity. It's not just a matter of eating very little.

[Rovobay 920]

apples and oranges.... hard to say if that is bad or good? are you 6' tall and 220 pounds? or 4'11" at 390#? how much do you have to lose? don't worry, it will start falling off soon. you are 4 weeks out, time to start hitting the gym (if it is okay with your doctor). do you log your food? myfitnesspal is great. Protein first. give your body time to adjust. hang in there.