Question:
What would cause me to gain??
I'm 8 weeks out today. I've lost 41 lbs.. or so I thought..lol. It seems I keep gaining and losing the same 3 lbs this past week. I've also increased my protien a lot, and also have finally started walking and doing a little excersize every day. Can that make me gain? My water intake is an issue, but I'm working on it. I'm not doing too many carbs. ( very little). Is this "normal" or should I worry? and what can I do to kickstart this again? I'm not done losing am I? thanks — KellyJeanB (posted on July 10, 2003)
July 9, 2003
Hon, why are you weighing yourself so much? You say you've gained and lost
the same 3lbs. this past week. Weigh yourself maybe once or twice a month
and you'll remain much more sane through this whole process. You answered
your own question anyway in stating that your water intake is an issue. A
MINIMUM you should take in is 80 oz., IMHO. Slow down, take a breath and
don't panic. - Anna LAP RNY 7/3/02 -133lbs.
— Anna L.
July 9, 2003
I too used to weigh almost every day. Even though I was really happy with
the way my clothes were fitting and the way I was looking, I still got on
the scales. One day I realized that I was having those same disapointed
feelings that I had during the MANY diet attempts prior to surgery. I
decided not to weigh so often and it really made a difference in the way I
feel. It feels good to see the weight go in chunks...lol (7 weeks out- I
think -36 lbs... don't know, I'm not weighing until the 22nd :)
— tangela
July 9, 2003
I too am a "scale" addict. If you look in the archives, you will
see that many people have had the 2-3lb fluctuation, so you might consider
it normal for some people. Don't let it get you down, there are many
reasons this happens, the biggest reason for women is water retention
(according to my Doc).
— M B.
July 9, 2003
I know when I'm stuck I drink TONS of water and it kick starts it again.
But, if you're losing the "same 3 pounds this past week" that is
not a plateau and your scale is in charge of your happiness. Good Luck!
— ZZ S.
July 10, 2003
Yes, it is normal for some to go thru a short term gain during the weight
loss process. I have gained and lost the same 2 pounds a few times over my
journey. Eventually, usually within 2 weeks, it lets go of what you gained
plus more. Those of us who weigh daily can watch this occur. If you can't
handle it though, I suggest you stay off the scale and only weigh every few
weeks or once a month. I weighed daily (still do) but kept a positive
attitude and did not let it depress me when I would go an entire month and
only lose 2 pounds, or didn't lose anything, or even gained the temporary 2
pounds. Just work on increasing the exercise and the water, keep up the
protein and the low carbs and you'll be fine.
— Cindy R.
July 10, 2003
Hi original poster here. I just want to say that the scale is not "in
charge of my happiness".. I am very happy with my weight loss so far.
My question wasn't whether or not I should get on the scale every day. I
was just wondering if this was a normal process. Thanks to all who've
answered.
— KellyJeanB
July 10, 2003
Hi! You are normal! LOL!! To kickstart, drop the carbs and increase the
protein. It works! :~) Good Luck! :~)
— Sharon M. B.
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