I'm not sure you realize just how much good you're doing for others by expressing your thoughts on this forum. You are performing a huge part in helping the people who come across your videos.
Once again, thank you so much for your honesty and openness to discussing this, i appreciate it! I do think you need to look more at measurements and other things, since I have been watching, your face has gotten slimmer and slimmer, so while the scale may not be moving, I think your body is still changing. Good luck and keep it up!!
You are amazing honest strong and wise. I am post 6months now and stalled but now I understand why..Ive been drinking my calories. I know what needs fixing .. thank you dear friend. You are a blessing
You are now metabolically different post WLS. Check out the research behind the Biggest Loser Study. They followed them for years after their quick weight loss and their metabolism was artificially slow. Your body does not contain the same amount of muscle mass of a typical girl your age and height (who had never lost weight). That accounts for why you have to go another 20% lower to make gains. Hope this helps.
I am at the same point as you. I am almost at 18 months post op. Struggling along. Not loosing anymore weight, but not gaining which is good. I am feeling hungry as well, and nothing I eat seems to satisfy me, and when I eat something I feel like I never ate. Yes, mentally this is harder than it was when I started. Diet mentality for sure. I am also starting to find the loose skin a problem, and none of my jeans fit right. I feel fat still, and my gut still feels/looks big. Most of my weight is still in my stomach/ thighs/hips. I really want to loose 50 more pounds to reach my goal weight. I know the BMI chart is just a guide, but according to the BMI chart, it says I am still obese. I am 5' 2", and it says I should weight between 104-131 lbs. I was not overweight as a kid. Glad I am not alone. I am trying not to beat myself up over it all. I try to look a the positive side of all this and I appreciate how much weight I have lost. Not going to give up, but wow, what a struggle. Someone suggested I read the book by Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mathew Weiner, called A Pound of Cure, so I might look into it. Time to change things up. Thanks for sharing your journey, it has helped me a lot. Take care. Hang in there!!!
Thank you for your videos. They are awesome. I am on my second weight loss surgery. I started with the lap band and lost 140 lb. Then I had to get my lap band taken out due to complications and I gained about 50 lb back. I then had the gastric sleeve. One thing that doctors will not tell you is after bariatric surgery your metabolism goes way down. With my first surgery I could eat about a thousand calories a day before I would gain weight. Now I eat between $600 and 800 calories a day. I work out 2 hours a day five times a week. And I am only losing about a quarter to a half a pound a week. If I eat a thousand calories a day I start to gain weight back again. So I think one of the biggest challenges is finding out where your new normal is. Some people can eat 1200 calories a day and maintain and be fine or even still lose weight. For me my metabolism got so low that a thousand calories will cause me to gain even with that much exercise and making sure my macros are perfect.
I have VSG on 430 I went to Mexico had it with like 12 other people fantastic people keep in contact with them every day all of them have lost 30 to 50 pounds I’ve lost like 12 I follow everything I understand it’s very discouraging but I know that you’ve Concord your battle you are just still on the boat.🥰
Thank you so much for sharing this and being so open. I have been struggling and feeling the same and really thought I was alone. I let other peoples progress get in my head. Very very few people share the downs. I appreciate this so much! ❤️
I’m in exactly the same situation, weight stall and unresolved eating disorder…it consumes me all day everyday, researching macros, set points, exercise change, fluid intake… and unless you go through it I understand it seems silly but you’re going great xxx
You're looking fantastic! I'm struggling after a year, but just being patient and doing my best. I still feel 100% better than I used to! Love your content :)
I lost alot of weight myself, and I can relate to the mental struggles totally. I did it via a different route to you, but I think alot of people reach a point eventually where you second guess things, and at some point get tired of it all. That's where alot will give up, but we all know that isn't the answer. All we can do is keep trying to find the answers 💓
One other suggestion you are looking for something to help make you change your mind about having something you may feel you should not have. May I suggest maybe find your Why again. You need to find Your Why that makes You Cry! Then revisit that why and decide after that if you really need to have that thing. Also remember do not reward yourself with food Only eat and drink intuitively and never rewards. Work your wants into your meal plan occasionally. You can do this 👏
Oh my Gosh it’s so hard!! I had one month stall the second month of my journey! I was so angry that nothing was moving, finally this month I lost almost 6 pounds. This journey is so freaking hard! But I think we have to keep track of everything like you said calories and macros.. uuugh
your journey is especially inspiring to me, because our starting weight is literally the exact same, I’m hoping to get the RNY next July, and your videos really inspired me. I love that you are a research junkie just like I am, we go in with knowledge and science, rather than just doing what we want. That’s why we will be successful. Thank you for everything! Keep the videos up!❤
One of the reasons I started my channel is because I really didn't see a lot of people on UA-cam with my starting weight, and I wanted to lend my voice and experience. I'm so honored to hear that it has inspired you! Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤
@@1FatBeet yesss you help me feel less alone thank you so much! you’re inspiring me to document my journey too and i think i’ll upload videos of my experiences as well
I feel your pain I am 1 yr 11 months out and I have been stalled at the same weight for a solid year. I have changed so much. I had a hip replacement so I could exercise more without pain and would be able to just function better. I also because Whole Food Plant based with minimal processed and no oil. I exercise with strength n spin classes at least 5 to 6 days a week. I still can’t make the scale move lower. It’s very frustrating so I feel your pain. It just stinks because technically I still have a BMI that is listed as overweight. Even after everything. It just stinks. So you are not alone. Best of luck to you on your journey thank you for sharing. I just wanted you to know you are not alone 😀
I can't tell you how helpful your videos are! I'm in the pre-op process and I feel like I'm looking at myself in two years. You have given me so much to think about and plan for. Thank you for sharing!
I'm so glad! I'm sorry for such a late response to this comment - sometimes they get hidden and I don't see them! Have you had your surgery now? How are things going for you so far?
I found your videos- I am so proud of you!! I just got approved for gastric bypass surgery with Tijuana Bariatric Center. You have given me so much hope.
Keep up with reflecting on things....I think it helps us all to hear your perspective and gets me prepared for what might come in my future. I definitely agree that you should move ahead with a nutritionist and therapist...I know those things cost more money than we want sometimes (and I certainly don't think you should go beyond your budget), but I have paid a therapist out of pocket before (because who I wanted wasn't covered under my insurance....only could find mediocre people) and it was the best decision I ever made. Congrats on the weight loss this week!
It's interesting, from my perspective, you've been hugely successful beyond anything I could dream of and losing more than that would be like winning the lottery, lol. My Bariatric RD has been talking about realistic expectations for weight loss and not beating yourself up or feeling like a failure because you end up 20 or so pounds higher than you wanted for the last couple of meetings. I'm already driving myself crazy 8 months out wanting my body to lose more and faster so I'm working on that. I hope you are able to find balance and success 😊
Such a great video! I think you are doing so amazing and will get to where you want to be. You sound like you have such a strong mind and can make it thru! I am 10 months post op and just had my 10 month post up doctor appointment yesterday. I am currently stuck at 200-203lbs and my doctor told me it is now time for me to kick it in gear. My sleeve has done what it needs to do and I have to put in more effort if I want to get to the "goal" number I want. Again great video I really enjoyed watching it because it makes me feel connected and that I am not alone in what I am feeling as well!
I feel this! I was doing great until I developed Parosmia 10 months ago. I couldn’t eat meat & a lot of my go to meals. They all tasted horrible & made me sick to my stomach. Long story short, I ate sugar, carbs and protein powder. I went right back into my old habits. Now I’m 98% back to normal & the habits are so very hard to combat. I need to do the work & get my butt back in gear & this is motivating to me. I feel better when I eat healthy. 🤞 sending you positive vibes & strength.
I think you're very brave for sharing all this and thank you. But honey, you've lost HALF YOU WEIGHT!!!! You've done incredible! AND you have to realize that two years post-surgery your body has probably hit it's new re-set point and found it's new "normal". If you want to loose more weight, try something very different for two weeks to wake your body up and keep it on it's toes. Cut out dairy for just two weeks. I'm betting that would get the scale moving again. Or work out five days a week for two weeks, that would shake things up a bit. Do anything different for two weeks and it should jolt your body back into action. Beyond all... be so very proud of all you've accomplished. It's incredible how far you've come.
My question is, does your stomach rebel if you eat the wrong thing? If you'd eaten the Reese biscuits or bread, would you have got dumping syndrome? A long as you're not gaining, isn't that the purpose. I know the head hunger is a real challenge but I was hoping the stomach would deal with it, if one gave in. I'm doing an extreme keto to shrink my liver for my bypass next week. I'm 70 so hopefully this will see me fall naturally into the old person non hunger, content with a sandwich or soup mentality that most end up with when heading into their 80's. I've struggled with every diet including the lapband and always regained more than I've lost. What a vicious cycle we live. I asked my skinny surgeon if he'd ever had hunger and or thinking of food all day long, and he said he'd experienced it once about a decade ago. Sigh!
Stephanie, I am not as far along in my journey as you have. I really feel you truly need the mental health component. I hope you find a therapist. I have been unable to find a barbaric therapist, as the ones i find are with other WLS programs and they won't see you unless you're in that program. I don't know if you're struggling with that too but maybe find an addiction counselor. Remember food is not the enemy, and food is for nourishment. You can very easily fit indulgent within your macros but you also have to remember alcohol and sweets are not a need for your body, they are a want.
Topiramate has helped me tremendously with my obsessive thoughts towards food. It was prescribed by my weight loss program. I am preop and have lost 70 lbs in preparation for rny. My most successful weight loss has come when I track my food and when I don't snack . Mind you, I am post menopausal so weight loss has not come easy for me. I try to look at food as nutrition, not as a form of entertainment. Good luck to you.
As someone who is 18 months out from sleeve surgery and had abdominalplasty 2 weeks ago..I have stalled for months and like you looks same ounces and gain same ounces.. my hw was 238 currently 148 but my height is 5'1. Would like to loose more..but don't seem too..I wonder if our metabolism is just tanked from eating such low calorie for so long..I identify with y o ur content so much!!
Honestly, depending on the food I was eating, I was able to eat about 6 ounces at a time fairly early on, about 5-6 weeks after surgery. Some things were easier than others of course, like 6 ounces of cottage cheese versus a few ounces of chicken breast. I'd say maybe about 8-9 months post-op is when I noticed I could comfortably eat above 6 ounces in certain situations and made the realization that I should make sure I continue to weigh things out to continue to be mindful.
@@annasopinion175 Unfortunately the strict restriction is not permanent. You'll need to maintain being mindful and weighing out your food because it's totally normal to be able to eat more over time. If you continue to weigh out about 4 ounces of food every time you eat, that'll keep you consistent. For me personally, if I eat a few ounces I'm fine to stop eating and I'm no longer hungry - it's the mental side that makes me want to eat more than I need to, just like before surgery, and over time I'm ABLE to so I have been trying to weigh my food more often to rein that in and be more mindful. The surgery itself isn't a fix-all and that's one reason we do see some people regain some weight back.
I'm not sure you realize just how much good you're doing for others by expressing your thoughts on this forum. You are performing a huge part in helping the people who come across your videos.
Thank you, this comment really means a lot ❤️
Once again, thank you so much for your honesty and openness to discussing this, i appreciate it! I do think you need to look more at measurements and other things, since I have been watching, your face has gotten slimmer and slimmer, so while the scale may not be moving, I think your body is still changing. Good luck and keep it up!!
You are amazing honest strong and wise. I am post 6months now and stalled but now I understand why..Ive been drinking my calories. I know what needs fixing .. thank you dear friend. You are a blessing
You are now metabolically different post WLS. Check out the research behind the Biggest Loser Study. They followed them for years after their quick weight loss and their metabolism was artificially slow. Your body does not contain the same amount of muscle mass of a typical girl your age and height (who had never lost weight). That accounts for why you have to go another 20% lower to make gains. Hope this helps.
I am at the same point as you. I am almost at 18 months post op. Struggling along. Not loosing anymore weight, but not gaining which is good. I am feeling hungry as well, and nothing I eat seems to satisfy me, and when I eat something I feel like I never ate. Yes, mentally this is harder than it was when I started. Diet mentality for sure. I am also starting to find the loose skin a problem, and none of my jeans fit right. I feel fat still, and my gut still feels/looks big. Most of my weight is still in my stomach/ thighs/hips. I really want to loose 50 more pounds to reach my goal weight. I know the BMI chart is just a guide, but according to the BMI chart, it says I am still obese. I am 5' 2", and it says I should weight between 104-131 lbs. I was not overweight as a kid.
Glad I am not alone. I am trying not to beat myself up over it all. I try to look a the positive side of all this and I appreciate how much weight I have lost. Not going to give up, but wow, what a struggle. Someone suggested I read the book by Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mathew Weiner, called A Pound of Cure, so I might look into it. Time to change things up. Thanks for sharing your journey, it has helped me a lot. Take care. Hang in there!!!
Thank you for your videos. They are awesome. I am on my second weight loss surgery. I started with the lap band and lost 140 lb. Then I had to get my lap band taken out due to complications and I gained about 50 lb back. I then had the gastric sleeve. One thing that doctors will not tell you is after bariatric surgery your metabolism goes way down. With my first surgery I could eat about a thousand calories a day before I would gain weight. Now I eat between $600 and 800 calories a day. I work out 2 hours a day five times a week. And I am only losing about a quarter to a half a pound a week. If I eat a thousand calories a day I start to gain weight back again. So I think one of the biggest challenges is finding out where your new normal is. Some people can eat 1200 calories a day and maintain and be fine or even still lose weight. For me my metabolism got so low that a thousand calories will cause me to gain even with that much exercise and making sure my macros are perfect.
I have VSG on 430 I went to Mexico had it with like 12 other people fantastic people keep in contact with them every day all of them have lost 30 to 50 pounds I’ve lost like 12 I follow everything I understand it’s very discouraging but I know that you’ve Concord your battle you are just still on the boat.🥰
Which doctor in Mexico did you go to if you don't mind
Thank you so much for sharing this and being so open. I have been struggling and feeling the same and really thought I was alone. I let other peoples progress get in my head. Very very few people share the downs. I appreciate this so much! ❤️
I'm so glad you take time to be introspective. These are good conversations to have with yourself.
I’m in exactly the same situation, weight stall and unresolved eating disorder…it consumes me all day everyday, researching macros, set points, exercise change, fluid intake… and unless you go through it I understand it seems silly but you’re going great xxx
You're looking fantastic! I'm struggling after a year, but just being patient and doing my best. I still feel 100% better than I used to! Love your content :)
I lost alot of weight myself, and I can relate to the mental struggles totally. I did it via a different route to you, but I think alot of people reach a point eventually where you second guess things, and at some point get tired of it all. That's where alot will give up, but we all know that isn't the answer. All we can do is keep trying to find the answers 💓
One other suggestion you are looking for something to help make you change your mind about having something you may feel you should not have. May I suggest maybe find your Why again. You need to find Your Why that makes You Cry! Then revisit that why and decide after that if you really need to have that thing. Also remember do not reward yourself with food Only eat and drink intuitively and never rewards. Work your wants into your meal plan occasionally. You can do this 👏
Oh my Gosh it’s so hard!! I had one month stall the second month of my journey! I was so angry that nothing was moving, finally this month I lost almost 6 pounds. This journey is so freaking hard! But I think we have to keep track of everything like you said calories and macros.. uuugh
your journey is especially inspiring to me, because our starting weight is literally the exact same, I’m hoping to get the RNY next July, and your videos really inspired me. I love that you are a research junkie just like I am, we go in with knowledge and science, rather than just doing what we want. That’s why we will be successful. Thank you for everything! Keep the videos up!❤
One of the reasons I started my channel is because I really didn't see a lot of people on UA-cam with my starting weight, and I wanted to lend my voice and experience. I'm so honored to hear that it has inspired you! Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤
@@1FatBeet yesss you help me feel less alone thank you so much! you’re inspiring me to document my journey too and i think i’ll upload videos of my experiences as well
I feel your pain I am 1 yr 11 months out and I have been stalled at the same weight for a solid year. I have changed so much. I had a hip replacement so I could exercise more without pain and would be able to just function better. I also because Whole Food Plant based with minimal processed and no oil. I exercise with strength n spin classes at least 5 to 6 days a week. I still can’t make the scale move lower. It’s very frustrating so I feel your pain. It just stinks because technically I still have a BMI that is listed as overweight. Even after everything. It just stinks. So you are not alone. Best of luck to you on your journey thank you for sharing. I just wanted you to know you are not alone 😀
I can't tell you how helpful your videos are! I'm in the pre-op process and I feel like I'm looking at myself in two years. You have given me so much to think about and plan for. Thank you for sharing!
I'm so glad! I'm sorry for such a late response to this comment - sometimes they get hidden and I don't see them! Have you had your surgery now? How are things going for you so far?
I found your videos- I am so proud of you!! I just got approved for gastric bypass surgery with Tijuana Bariatric Center. You have given me so much hope.
Thank you so much!! Good luck on your journey - when is your surgery scheduled?
Keep up with reflecting on things....I think it helps us all to hear your perspective and gets me prepared for what might come in my future. I definitely agree that you should move ahead with a nutritionist and therapist...I know those things cost more money than we want sometimes (and I certainly don't think you should go beyond your budget), but I have paid a therapist out of pocket before (because who I wanted wasn't covered under my insurance....only could find mediocre people) and it was the best decision I ever made. Congrats on the weight loss this week!
It's interesting, from my perspective, you've been hugely successful beyond anything I could dream of and losing more than that would be like winning the lottery, lol. My Bariatric RD has been talking about realistic expectations for weight loss and not beating yourself up or feeling like a failure because you end up 20 or so pounds higher than you wanted for the last couple of meetings. I'm already driving myself crazy 8 months out wanting my body to lose more and faster so I'm working on that. I hope you are able to find balance and success 😊
I just wanted to add that I'm not trying to invalidate your feelings, just commenting about my experience and thoughts
Such a great video! I think you are doing so amazing and will get to where you want to be. You sound like you have such a strong mind and can make it thru!
I am 10 months post op and just had my 10 month post up doctor appointment yesterday. I am currently stuck at 200-203lbs and my doctor told me it is now time for me to kick it in gear. My sleeve has done what it needs to do and I have to put in more effort if I want to get to the "goal" number I want. Again great video I really enjoyed watching it because it makes me feel connected and that I am not alone in what I am feeling as well!
I feel this! I was doing great until I developed Parosmia 10 months ago. I couldn’t eat meat & a lot of my go to meals. They all tasted horrible & made me sick to my stomach. Long story short, I ate sugar, carbs and protein powder. I went right back into my old habits. Now I’m 98% back to normal & the habits are so very hard to combat. I need to do the work & get my butt back in gear & this is motivating to me. I feel better when I eat healthy. 🤞 sending you positive vibes & strength.
I think you're very brave for sharing all this and thank you. But honey, you've lost HALF YOU WEIGHT!!!! You've done incredible! AND you have to realize that two years post-surgery your body has probably hit it's new re-set point and found it's new "normal". If you want to loose more weight, try something very different for two weeks to wake your body up and keep it on it's toes. Cut out dairy for just two weeks. I'm betting that would get the scale moving again. Or work out five days a week for two weeks, that would shake things up a bit. Do anything different for two weeks and it should jolt your body back into action. Beyond all... be so very proud of all you've accomplished. It's incredible how far you've come.
My question is, does your stomach rebel if you eat the wrong thing? If you'd eaten the Reese biscuits or bread, would you have got dumping syndrome?
A long as you're not gaining, isn't that the purpose. I know the head hunger is a real challenge but I was hoping the stomach would deal with it, if one gave in.
I'm doing an extreme keto to shrink my liver for my bypass next week. I'm 70 so hopefully this will see me fall naturally into the old person non hunger, content with a sandwich or soup mentality that most end up with when heading into their 80's.
I've struggled with every diet including the lapband and always regained more than I've lost. What a vicious cycle we live.
I asked my skinny surgeon if he'd ever had hunger and or thinking of food all day long, and he said he'd experienced it once about a decade ago. Sigh!
Great video! Thanks for all you do!
Stephanie, I am not as far along in my journey as you have. I really feel you truly need the mental health component. I hope you find a therapist. I have been unable to find a barbaric therapist, as the ones i find are with other WLS programs and they won't see you unless you're in that program. I don't know if you're struggling with that too but maybe find an addiction counselor. Remember food is not the enemy, and food is for nourishment. You can very easily fit indulgent within your macros but you also have to remember alcohol and sweets are not a need for your body, they are a want.
How are you doing now?
Topiramate has helped me tremendously with my obsessive thoughts towards food. It was prescribed by my weight loss program. I am preop and have lost 70 lbs in preparation for rny. My most successful weight loss has come when I track my food and when I don't snack . Mind you, I am post menopausal so weight loss has not come easy for me. I try to look at food as nutrition, not as a form of entertainment. Good luck to you.
As someone who is 18 months out from sleeve surgery and had abdominalplasty 2 weeks ago..I have stalled for months and like you looks same ounces and gain same ounces.. my hw was 238 currently 148 but my height is 5'1. Would like to loose more..but don't seem too..I wonder if our metabolism is just tanked from eating such low calorie for so long..I identify with y o ur content so much!!
My team had me at 1200 to 1400 by 6 months. Find a team and I bet your find you're more comfortable with your calories in.
how long were you able to eat only 2-4 ounces of food before you were able to eat 7-8 ounces?
Honestly, depending on the food I was eating, I was able to eat about 6 ounces at a time fairly early on, about 5-6 weeks after surgery. Some things were easier than others of course, like 6 ounces of cottage cheese versus a few ounces of chicken breast. I'd say maybe about 8-9 months post-op is when I noticed I could comfortably eat above 6 ounces in certain situations and made the realization that I should make sure I continue to weigh things out to continue to be mindful.
I was hoping that my stomach will stay at between 2&4 ounce limit. 😕
@@annasopinion175 Unfortunately the strict restriction is not permanent. You'll need to maintain being mindful and weighing out your food because it's totally normal to be able to eat more over time. If you continue to weigh out about 4 ounces of food every time you eat, that'll keep you consistent. For me personally, if I eat a few ounces I'm fine to stop eating and I'm no longer hungry - it's the mental side that makes me want to eat more than I need to, just like before surgery, and over time I'm ABLE to so I have been trying to weigh my food more often to rein that in and be more mindful. The surgery itself isn't a fix-all and that's one reason we do see some people regain some weight back.