Re: Average weight loss

[Guest guest]

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Hi Trace

I had my op 6-7 days before you did... But to be short and to the

point.... We are all different.. Some people can put on weight after just

having a mouthful of anything where people can eat and eat and not put on an

ounce.. Same goes for those who lose weight.. Some can lose weight at

phenomenal rates ( have heard of one guy losing as much as 14lbs in a week and

he only dieted) and some can really struggle with losing their weight.. I am

losing weight more or less the same rate as you are.. I have lost 21kgs ( 46.2

lbs approx) since my op .. My train of thought is that as long as the weight is

going DOWN and you are doing what you have been told to do.. it shouldn't

matter.. I am not counting the calories because I am sure that the food I am

eating does'nt even come close to what I should be having..

As for your stitch ( not sure if your term and my term are the same )?.. I used

to have them when I was younger, all it took was for me to stop what I was doing

and breath easy.. If you think you might have done some damage in the area

where you were operated, I'd do what I was told by some one here... Go see the

doctor or surgeon..

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Hi Trace

I had my op 6-7 days before you did... But to be short and to the

point.... We are all different.. Some people can put on weight after just

having a mouthful of anything where people can eat and eat and not put on an

ounce.. Same goes for those who lose weight.. Some can lose weight at

phenomenal rates ( have heard of one guy losing as much as 14lbs in a week and

he only dieted) and some can really struggle with losing their weight.. I am

losing weight more or less the same rate as you are.. I have lost 21kgs ( 46.2

lbs approx) since my op .. My train of thought is that as long as the weight is

going DOWN and you are doing what you have been told to do.. it shouldn't

matter.. I am not counting the calories because I am sure that the food I am

eating does'nt even come close to what I should be having..

As for your stitch ( not sure if your term and my term are the same )?.. I used

to have them when I was younger, all it took was for me to stop what I was doing

and breath easy.. If you think you might have done some damage in the area

where you were operated, I'd do what I was told by some one here... Go see the

doctor or surgeon..

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Hi Trace

I had my op 6-7 days before you did... But to be short and to the

point.... We are all different.. Some people can put on weight after just

having a mouthful of anything where people can eat and eat and not put on an

ounce.. Same goes for those who lose weight.. Some can lose weight at

phenomenal rates ( have heard of one guy losing as much as 14lbs in a week and

he only dieted) and some can really struggle with losing their weight.. I am

losing weight more or less the same rate as you are.. I have lost 21kgs ( 46.2

lbs approx) since my op .. My train of thought is that as long as the weight is

going DOWN and you are doing what you have been told to do.. it shouldn't

matter.. I am not counting the calories because I am sure that the food I am

eating does'nt even come close to what I should be having..

As for your stitch ( not sure if your term and my term are the same )?.. I used

to have them when I was younger, all it took was for me to stop what I was doing

and breath easy.. If you think you might have done some damage in the area

where you were operated, I'd do what I was told by some one here... Go see the

doctor or surgeon..

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

I had several " pulled muscles " just as you are describing. It will pass in a

few days. If it doesn't........see the Doc!

Delinski ~ stmpnsteph@...

Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and addict!

SEE the new card samples on my

WEBSITE at http://stephstamps.stampinup.net

updated 10/15/02

The man IS the head of the family, but the woman is the neck..........and she

can turn the head any way she wants!

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

I had several " pulled muscles " just as you are describing. It will pass in a

few days. If it doesn't........see the Doc!

Delinski ~ stmpnsteph@...

Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and addict!

SEE the new card samples on my

WEBSITE at http://stephstamps.stampinup.net

updated 10/15/02

The man IS the head of the family, but the woman is the neck..........and she

can turn the head any way she wants!

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

I had several " pulled muscles " just as you are describing. It will pass in a

few days. If it doesn't........see the Doc!

Delinski ~ stmpnsteph@...

Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and addict!

SEE the new card samples on my

WEBSITE at http://stephstamps.stampinup.net

updated 10/15/02

The man IS the head of the family, but the woman is the neck..........and she

can turn the head any way she wants!

Re: Average weight loss

Hey Everyone,

I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost everyone)

and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT to

compare, if you know what I mean.

I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online) about

people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings but

she hasn't called me back this week.

I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a distal

bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and completely

AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces of

water a day.

My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

" boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little under

eight weeks...?

In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking I

raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I have

what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under my

left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after raking

leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm hoping

I just pulled or strained a muscle.

Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate each

and everyone of you all!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 310

Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

[Guest guest]

Trace...let me give you the " otherside " of the picture. People have

jokingly..or maybe seriously...lol I am not sure..anyway people have told me

they think I hold the record for weightloss. I have lost close to 200

lbs...in a little under 8 months. I was a size 32 and am now in a 16..was in

5-6X and am now in a regular XL and some larges. I have lost HALF of me in 8

months. It is mind boggling and emotional. My hormones are crashing

constantly..that is a LOT of estrogen to be released from fat in 8 months. I

fall ALL the time.. because my equalibrium has not caught up with my new

body. I am covered in bruises because I lost my fat pad so quickly. I am

FREEZING to the core of my bones because of losing so fast. Also, I cannot

figure out what people are seeing when they look at me. I went from

homebound to superactive athletic in 8 months..but although I have the

energy, I have little muscle from the years of being 400 lbs. SOoooo when I

do what I want too..I pay for it the next day. It is a constant struggle

between mind and body and emotions and reality. past and present and future.

All I can say is it is mind boggling and way too much to swallow at once. I

also have to deal with people and their opinions on the matter...well we all

do, but people who I saw at Christmas no longer recognize me. They ALL

say..OMG you are not gonna be able to stop losing! ETC. I also have skin

galore! I just want you to know that it is not all glorious to be the big

loser! Taking it slowly is MUCH healthier!

(((HUGS))))

[Guest guest]

Trace...let me give you the " otherside " of the picture. People have

jokingly..or maybe seriously...lol I am not sure..anyway people have told me

they think I hold the record for weightloss. I have lost close to 200

lbs...in a little under 8 months. I was a size 32 and am now in a 16..was in

5-6X and am now in a regular XL and some larges. I have lost HALF of me in 8

months. It is mind boggling and emotional. My hormones are crashing

constantly..that is a LOT of estrogen to be released from fat in 8 months. I

fall ALL the time.. because my equalibrium has not caught up with my new

body. I am covered in bruises because I lost my fat pad so quickly. I am

FREEZING to the core of my bones because of losing so fast. Also, I cannot

figure out what people are seeing when they look at me. I went from

homebound to superactive athletic in 8 months..but although I have the

energy, I have little muscle from the years of being 400 lbs. SOoooo when I

do what I want too..I pay for it the next day. It is a constant struggle

between mind and body and emotions and reality. past and present and future.

All I can say is it is mind boggling and way too much to swallow at once. I

also have to deal with people and their opinions on the matter...well we all

do, but people who I saw at Christmas no longer recognize me. They ALL

say..OMG you are not gonna be able to stop losing! ETC. I also have skin

galore! I just want you to know that it is not all glorious to be the big

loser! Taking it slowly is MUCH healthier!

(((HUGS))))

[Guest guest]

Trace...let me give you the " otherside " of the picture. People have

jokingly..or maybe seriously...lol I am not sure..anyway people have told me

they think I hold the record for weightloss. I have lost close to 200

lbs...in a little under 8 months. I was a size 32 and am now in a 16..was in

5-6X and am now in a regular XL and some larges. I have lost HALF of me in 8

months. It is mind boggling and emotional. My hormones are crashing

constantly..that is a LOT of estrogen to be released from fat in 8 months. I

fall ALL the time.. because my equalibrium has not caught up with my new

body. I am covered in bruises because I lost my fat pad so quickly. I am

FREEZING to the core of my bones because of losing so fast. Also, I cannot

figure out what people are seeing when they look at me. I went from

homebound to superactive athletic in 8 months..but although I have the

energy, I have little muscle from the years of being 400 lbs. SOoooo when I

do what I want too..I pay for it the next day. It is a constant struggle

between mind and body and emotions and reality. past and present and future.

All I can say is it is mind boggling and way too much to swallow at once. I

also have to deal with people and their opinions on the matter...well we all

do, but people who I saw at Christmas no longer recognize me. They ALL

say..OMG you are not gonna be able to stop losing! ETC. I also have skin

galore! I just want you to know that it is not all glorious to be the big

loser! Taking it slowly is MUCH healthier!

(((HUGS))))

[Guest guest]

Trace, congratulations on your weight loss, you are on the loosing side and

on the road to a happier, healthier you. All I can do is repeat what

everyone else has said, don't compare your weight loss with anyone else. We

are each individuals loosing weight at our own pace. We aren't the same

height, we don't eat the same, drink the same, exercise the same, take in the

same amount of proteins, have the same amount to lose. You might try

drinking one or two more protein shakes a day, just my opinion.

I am 6 weeks out today so I'm just starting to eat normal food. I started at

380 pounds but I'm only 5'1 " tall -- I have a lot more to loose than you. I

drink 5-6 protein shakes a day and only eat a very small amount of food. I

have physical problems which make it very painful to exercise so I have to

compensate by eating less. Just remember we are all different. You are

doing great, keep up the good work. We love hearing from you and all the

encouragement you give to each one of us. Thank you.

Hugs,

in Sacramento, CA

Dr. in Burlingame, CA

Lap RNY 9-16

Starting weight 380 (5'1 " )

Pre-op weight... 316

Current weight... 287

Total weight loss... -93

Goal 130

RM2003VR158 @ aol.com

" Beauty is soul deep. Learn that and you may realize

that you are far more attractive than you ever thought. "

by Steve Goodier

[Guest guest]

Trace, congratulations on your weight loss, you are on the loosing side and

on the road to a happier, healthier you. All I can do is repeat what

everyone else has said, don't compare your weight loss with anyone else. We

are each individuals loosing weight at our own pace. We aren't the same

height, we don't eat the same, drink the same, exercise the same, take in the

same amount of proteins, have the same amount to lose. You might try

drinking one or two more protein shakes a day, just my opinion.

I am 6 weeks out today so I'm just starting to eat normal food. I started at

380 pounds but I'm only 5'1 " tall -- I have a lot more to loose than you. I

drink 5-6 protein shakes a day and only eat a very small amount of food. I

have physical problems which make it very painful to exercise so I have to

compensate by eating less. Just remember we are all different. You are

doing great, keep up the good work. We love hearing from you and all the

encouragement you give to each one of us. Thank you.

Hugs,

in Sacramento, CA

Dr. in Burlingame, CA

Lap RNY 9-16

Starting weight 380 (5'1 " )

Pre-op weight... 316

Current weight... 287

Total weight loss... -93

Goal 130

RM2003VR158 @ aol.com

" Beauty is soul deep. Learn that and you may realize

that you are far more attractive than you ever thought. "

by Steve Goodier

[Guest guest]

Trace, congratulations on your weight loss, you are on the loosing side and

on the road to a happier, healthier you. All I can do is repeat what

everyone else has said, don't compare your weight loss with anyone else. We

are each individuals loosing weight at our own pace. We aren't the same

height, we don't eat the same, drink the same, exercise the same, take in the

same amount of proteins, have the same amount to lose. You might try

drinking one or two more protein shakes a day, just my opinion.

I am 6 weeks out today so I'm just starting to eat normal food. I started at

380 pounds but I'm only 5'1 " tall -- I have a lot more to loose than you. I

drink 5-6 protein shakes a day and only eat a very small amount of food. I

have physical problems which make it very painful to exercise so I have to

compensate by eating less. Just remember we are all different. You are

doing great, keep up the good work. We love hearing from you and all the

encouragement you give to each one of us. Thank you.

Hugs,

in Sacramento, CA

Dr. in Burlingame, CA

Lap RNY 9-16

Starting weight 380 (5'1 " )

Pre-op weight... 316

Current weight... 287

Total weight loss... -93

Goal 130

RM2003VR158 @ aol.com

" Beauty is soul deep. Learn that and you may realize

that you are far more attractive than you ever thought. "

by Steve Goodier

[Guest guest]

Trace I looked back on my records and at your stage of the game I had lost

33 pounds so I think you are doing great and you have to stop comparing I

know it is hard been there done that but we have so much to think about

such as their starting weight if they weigh more they will lose faster I

hope this helps

hugs

Re: Average weight loss

> Hey Everyone,

>

> I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

> but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

>

> My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

> again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

> with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost

everyone)

> and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT

to

> compare, if you know what I mean.

>

> I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

> days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

>

> So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online)

about

> people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

> doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

>

> I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings

but

> she hasn't called me back this week.

>

> I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a

distal

> bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

> mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

>

> I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

> aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

> scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

> grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

> chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and

completely

> AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces

of

> water a day.

>

> My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

> protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

> " boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little

under

> eight weeks...?

>

> In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking

I

> raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I

have

> what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under

my

> left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after

raking

> leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm

hoping

> I just pulled or strained a muscle.

>

> Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate

each

> and everyone of you all!

>

> Love,

> Trace in Va. Beach, VA

> Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

> Open RNY -- 9/5/02

> Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

> Starting weight -- 351.2

> Current weight -- 310

> Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

> Gal. 2:20

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Trace I looked back on my records and at your stage of the game I had lost

33 pounds so I think you are doing great and you have to stop comparing I

know it is hard been there done that but we have so much to think about

such as their starting weight if they weigh more they will lose faster I

hope this helps

hugs

Re: Average weight loss

> Hey Everyone,

>

> I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

> but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

>

> My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

> again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

> with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost

everyone)

> and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT

to

> compare, if you know what I mean.

>

> I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

> days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

>

> So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online)

about

> people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

> doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

>

> I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings

but

> she hasn't called me back this week.

>

> I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a

distal

> bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

> mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

>

> I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

> aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

> scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

> grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

> chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and

completely

> AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces

of

> water a day.

>

> My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

> protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

> " boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little

under

> eight weeks...?

>

> In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking

I

> raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I

have

> what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under

my

> left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after

raking

> leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm

hoping

> I just pulled or strained a muscle.

>

> Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate

each

> and everyone of you all!

>

> Love,

> Trace in Va. Beach, VA

> Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

> Open RNY -- 9/5/02

> Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

> Starting weight -- 351.2

> Current weight -- 310

> Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

> Gal. 2:20

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Trace I looked back on my records and at your stage of the game I had lost

33 pounds so I think you are doing great and you have to stop comparing I

know it is hard been there done that but we have so much to think about

such as their starting weight if they weigh more they will lose faster I

hope this helps

hugs

Re: Average weight loss

> Hey Everyone,

>

> I have a question for everyone. You all don't have to answer/reply

> but I really am curious and anxious for any advice.

>

> My dietician/surgeon's office has told me repeatedly (time and time

> again) NOT to compare my weight loss with anyone else' weight loss. Well,

> with the signature lines at the bottom of everyone's post (almost

everyone)

> and the celebrations we have over mile stones, etc., it's pretty hard NOT

to

> compare, if you know what I mean.

>

> I had my open RNY on Sept. 5, 2002 and that puts me at exactly 53

> days, " out " or almost eight weeks, post-op.

>

> So far, I've lost a total of 41 pounds. I've read (here online)

about

> people losing 50 - 60 pounds in the same amount of time. I wonder if I'm

> doing something wrong or if there is something else I should be doing?

>

> I've called my dietitian to just .. yak with her about my feelings

but

> she hasn't called me back this week.

>

> I know, from a previous conversation with her that I am not a

distal

> bypass (my surgeon does not perform distals because of

> mal-absorption/deficiency problems, etc.), and that I am not transected.

>

> I'm large-boned, 5' 9 1/2 " , woman who gets 3-4 days of water

> aerobics/or brisk walking in each week, 2 protein drinks a day with 1 1/2

> scoops of protein powder (32 grams for each drink), an additional 20 - 30

> grams of protein from my meals (Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice or baked

> chicken, cottage cheese, etc.,) take all my vits and minerals, and

completely

> AVOID sugar and high fat/high carb foods. I also drink at least 64 ounces

of

> water a day.

>

> My calorie intake is under 700 - 800 calories a day, including my

> protein drinks. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I could possibly

> " boost " my weight loss or should I be happy with 41 pounds in a little

under

> eight weeks...?

>

> In closing, I raked for several hours this weekend and I'm talking

I

> raked several HUGE piles of leaves in our front and side yards and now I

have

> what could be described as a terrible stitch in my left side, just under

my

> left breast/bottom of rib area. Has anyone ever had this before after

raking

> leaves, exercise, etc., ...? It's not constant but it's nagging. I'm

hoping

> I just pulled or strained a muscle.

>

> Thanks to everyone for listening to my pity-party. I appreciate

each

> and everyone of you all!

>

> Love,

> Trace in Va. Beach, VA

> Dr. Schechner, Norfolk and Va. Beach, VA

> Open RNY -- 9/5/02

> Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

> Starting weight -- 351.2

> Current weight -- 310

> Minus -- 41 pounds gone!

> Gal. 2:20

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Trace, hon - You are doing fine. Some of us just don't lose as fast as others.

It took me 3 months to lose 50 pounds, and yes, I get envious of the others who

lose that much in a month. You are doing everything possible to lose at the

best rate for you. Believe that. Feel it. One advantage to it coming off

slower may be that you'll have less loose skin when it is all said and done.

That's what I keep telling myself at least. I'm sorry that you pulled something

doing all that raking. That's a lot of repeated motions of the same muscles

over and over and over. Apply some heat and rest and hopefully it will get

better. Sounds like you were down in the dumps yesterday. Hope your spirits

bounce back today. Take care.

Jeanne in WI

Age 39

Open RNY 05/21/2002

314/ 245/150-175

5' 8 "

djgraves@...

[Guest guest]

Trace, hon - You are doing fine. Some of us just don't lose as fast as others.

It took me 3 months to lose 50 pounds, and yes, I get envious of the others who

lose that much in a month. You are doing everything possible to lose at the

best rate for you. Believe that. Feel it. One advantage to it coming off

slower may be that you'll have less loose skin when it is all said and done.

That's what I keep telling myself at least. I'm sorry that you pulled something

doing all that raking. That's a lot of repeated motions of the same muscles

over and over and over. Apply some heat and rest and hopefully it will get

better. Sounds like you were down in the dumps yesterday. Hope your spirits

bounce back today. Take care.

Jeanne in WI

Age 39

Open RNY 05/21/2002

314/ 245/150-175

5' 8 "

djgraves@...

[Guest guest]

Trace, hon - You are doing fine. Some of us just don't lose as fast as others.

It took me 3 months to lose 50 pounds, and yes, I get envious of the others who

lose that much in a month. You are doing everything possible to lose at the

best rate for you. Believe that. Feel it. One advantage to it coming off

slower may be that you'll have less loose skin when it is all said and done.

That's what I keep telling myself at least. I'm sorry that you pulled something

doing all that raking. That's a lot of repeated motions of the same muscles

over and over and over. Apply some heat and rest and hopefully it will get

better. Sounds like you were down in the dumps yesterday. Hope your spirits

bounce back today. Take care.

Jeanne in WI

Age 39

Open RNY 05/21/2002

314/ 245/150-175

5' 8 "

djgraves@...

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 10/28/02 3:15:04 PM Eastern Standard Time,

noliptoday@... writes:

> I think of , surgery 2 months before me, starting weight within 10

> lbs, already down 140 lbs......... makes me jealous too.

madam....I am close to 200 lbs now..LOL

[Guest guest]

Oh well color me green........ sorry about that. Last time we really

chatted it was 140... then a couple emails later I see 200. That helps so

much in curbign the jealousy.......... NOT

Hugs,

Romero

Louisiana

381/283/160

Lap RNY 5-29-2002

FRIENDS are the siblings God forgot to give us

madam....I am close to 200 lbs now..LOL

[Guest guest]

Oh well color me green........ sorry about that. Last time we really

chatted it was 140... then a couple emails later I see 200. That helps so

much in curbign the jealousy.......... NOT

Hugs,

Romero

Louisiana

381/283/160

Lap RNY 5-29-2002

FRIENDS are the siblings God forgot to give us

madam....I am close to 200 lbs now..LOL