Hello-

I am only 2 weeks PO but when I look at others are loosing compared to me I feel like I am doing something wrong even though I know I am following Dr. and Nut orders. I think we all just loose differently and it depends on how much you had to loose to start. Personally I think 70 lbs in 4 months is Amazing and you should be proud of yourself!!

Good morning, I'm nearly 7 months and I've lost 91lbs, so I think the 70 you've lost is fantastic in 4 months. Remember that we all lose at different rates, a lot depends on how much you need to lose in the first place. Try not to compare yourself to others and the pace at which they are losing, it'll make you nuts. Remember slow and steady wins the race!

I'm approaching four months post op and have lost 75 and I am just thrilled! Not in the least bit disappointed. Be proud of yourself! You're doing great!!

I think 70 lbs is fantastic! Try to remember what you would have done a year ago to lose that much weight. What everyone says about not comparing is wise advice although I know it is difficult. Perhaps concentrating not so much on the pounds lost but the new things you are experiencing would help. Does your body feel less achy, are you wearing smaller sizes, can you cross your legs? Those are successes as much as the scale successes. You are on your way to a healthier life - that is the ultimate goal. Continued success!

Wow... 70 pounds in 4 months.. I think that is amazing... I have lost 59 pounds total, and 39 since surgery in 10 weeks.... So I think you are doing great...

I was considered a "light weight" as my starting weight was 252 and I was told I will lose slower than some.... I am also learning to stop comparing myself to others.... I will go crazy doing that....

I finally started measuring my waist, and that has helped... Even when the scale is barely moving, the inches are dropping....

I too feel I should be smaller than a size 14, but considering I was a 22 I will take it.... I get compliments and disbelief from people all the time.... So it is working....

Hang in there... You are doing great.... Let your body adjust and move at its own pace.... Best thing we can do....

I take the approach with myself: I abused my body for a long time, I have to give it its own time to get to where it wants to be.....

Hi!

Congrats on shedding 70 lbs you will never see again!! Yes, we all lose at different rates.

What do you mean you are still having a hard time with food? What is happening?

JJ

Thank you everyone for the support. I really do need to stop comparing myself to everyone else. As far as the food, JJ, I am having a terrible time eating meat and several other things such as bananas, bread, and several raw fruits.

Welcome. It's not uncommon to have problems with food. It takes a long time to learn what and how much.....That said, 1 to 2 lbs. per week of weight loss is very good. At 70 lb. in 4 months, you're averaging 5.8 lb.! So hang in there. :)

I think your doing great! Don't be so hard on yourself. Don't focus on the numbers. You're losing inches and shrinking. Keep up the good work!

You have so good advices to follow! I will try to put that on my mind too, not comparing myself and not to focus in how much I loose. Still, I will be very happy if I can loose 70 pounds in 4 months, sounds wonderfull for me!