Week 3 Stall

[elliekay 189]

I know... there's a million threads about it... but I've been having a tough time with the stall I'm having. HW 300, SW 278.4, sleeved 8/1.

I was losing pretty consistently until 8/20 (260.8lbs), but that same day I went to the beach and got what must be the worst sunburn I've ever had. Next day I was back up 5lbs, which google told me was probably Water retention from the burn. The 5lbs dropped back off but otherwise I've been in a stall since then--been hovering between 258.8 and 261.2 for about 2 weeks now.

Now I know this is normal from all the other threads about it, but my concern is that usually I see replies in those threads about how you should still see loss in inches during stalls. My measurements have stayed exactly the same, absolutely nothing has changed over the past 2 weeks. My Protein intake is fine, carbs and fat are low, I've been doing my walking (still waiting to be cleared for further exercise), the only thing I'm struggling with is Fluid intake but I'm trying my best with it.

Maybe I'm just worrying too much, I know we're supposed to "embrace the stall" but the complete lack of any change is scaring me. I get anywhere from 500-800 calories a day depending on what I eat and am eating mostly moistened meats, like tuna salad with low fat mayo and shredded chicken in fat free gravy. Am I doing something wrong? Is there anything I should be doing to restart my weight loss (apart from increasing fluids)?

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@elliekay From the numbers - it looks like you've lost about 20 lbs in a little over a month (and 40 since HW). That's excellent!!! You absolutely need to meet your Fluid goals - that would probably get things kick started again. Be careful of the low fat and fat free foods too - often times they are loaded with sugars to make them test better. Make sure the carbs you are eating are complex carbs (veggies, fruit) - no Pasta, rice, bread, sweets, etc. Keep an eye on your sodium as well. You've done really well though - so don't get discouraged!!!

[elliekay 189]

@@elliekay From the numbers - it looks like you've lost about 20 lbs in a little over a month (and 40 since HW). That's excellent!!! You absolutely need to meet your Fluid goals - that would probably get things kick started again. Be careful of the low fat and fat free foods too - often times they are loaded with sugars to make them test better. Make sure the carbs you are eating are complex carbs (veggies, fruit) - no Pasta, rice, bread, sweets, etc. Keep an eye on your sodium as well. You've done really well though - so don't get discouraged!!!

Thanks for the encouraging words. I need to learn how to read sugar/sodium labels now that I've had surgery--I have no what a "normal levels" are anymore haha.

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I know... there's a million threads about it... but I've been having a tough time with the stall I'm having. HW 300, SW 278.4, sleeved 8/1.

I was losing pretty consistently until 8/20 (260.8lbs), but that same day I went to the beach and got what must be the worst sunburn I've ever had. Next day I was back up 5lbs, which google told me was probably Water retention from the burn. The 5lbs dropped back off but otherwise I've been in a stall since then--been hovering between 258.8 and 261.2 for about 2 weeks now.

Now I know this is normal from all the other threads about it, but my concern is that usually I see replies in those threads about how you should still see loss in inches during stalls. My measurements have stayed exactly the same, absolutely nothing has changed over the past 2 weeks. My Protein intake is fine, carbs and fat are low, I've been doing my walking (still waiting to be cleared for further exercise), the only thing I'm struggling with is Fluid intake but I'm trying my best with it.

Maybe I'm just worrying too much, I know we're supposed to "embrace the stall" but the complete lack of any change is scaring me. I get anywhere from 500-800 calories a day depending on what I eat and am eating mostly moistened meats, like tuna salad with low fat mayo and shredded chicken in fat free gravy. Am I doing something wrong? Is there anything I should be doing to restart my weight loss (apart from increasing fluids)?

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Your calories seem really low. What is your Protein target? Are you getting at least that much protein every day? Are you getting in at least 64 oz of Fluid a day?

[elliekay 189]

Your calories seem really low. What is your Protein target? Are you getting at least that much Protein every day? Are you getting in at least 64 oz of Fluid a day?

My NUT said 64g protein minimum, and to gradually increase to 100g by 3 months. I'm almost 6 weeks and currently around 75g protein a day. I hit 64oz of fluids maybe 1 out of 3 days. Usually I end up around 40-50oz. Strangely, it's a lot harder for me to drink than it is to eat... still working on it.

I think you're right about the calories being low. Yesterday was the most calories I've eaten since the stall started (~900cals, 85g protein, 42oz water) and weighed in at 257.0 today, as opposed to yesterday's 259.8. Could just be Water weight/day-to-day fluctuation but I'm hoping it's good news haha

[suzzzzz 1,005]

I have found that this weightloss journey includes consistent stalls. Our bodies are all different and will do what they need to do . Our job is to follow our plan to our part. Stalls can get frustrating but are part of the journey.

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@elliekay You've got to find a way to get that Fluid in - try sugar free popsicles, broth, infused Water, Powerade zero, etc. That will really impact weight loss (although you may still stall every now and again).