Lost in Lapband-Land

Where to go from here... Just me rambling on some thoughts about getting to goal

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• Lapband
• Gastric
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• Wls
• Weight
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• Surgery

[TheSkinnySeoul]

Great topic. I just has wls, but have observed this in lots of people. So interested to read people's replies. :)

[IntriguingOne]

@TheSkinnySeoul Its good to know that I have company cause sometimes you feel like the lone ranger in this journey but we never are!

[ChewTheRightThing]

Have you considered that this is the weight you are supposed to be? What is the reasoning behind the 150 lb number? Once you reavh your goal, you will be on a differemt journey, so yes, things would change

[IntriguingOne]

@ChewTheRightThing Well that is another topic for debate... My 155 lbs came from the BMI chart as that weight will put me dead center on the normal/healthy weight range for my height with a BMI of 21.6...

[CharityEndres]

Wow..... It felt like I just heard my story from Someone else!!!! My husband and I Did extreme exercise for 6 months ( P90X) But my body hit a plateau as well. Then we Found The Body by vi 90 day challenge and it changed our lives! we have lost a total combine weight of 150lbs!!! Your journey has been amazing Why quit there Fine something and Someone to Hold you accountable and GET BACK AT IT GIRL. Look into the Challenge as well like i said It was Life changing for us!!!! YOU GOT THIS~

[IntriguingOne]

@CharityEndres Thanks for your words of encouragement, sometimes that makes the world of difference at any given point in one person's journey! :) P.S. Congrats on your success, that is awesome!

[MsBandtastic]

I am at exactly the same place that you are describing so I can't give you ANY advice. Still working through the same stuff. I personally think I may have set my goal too low based on the bmi chart. I actually am pretty happy where I am at and am having a really hard time mustering up the mojo to keep pushing toward a goal that may not even be right for me. I am 154 and my goal was 130. I have decided to focus on five pounds at a time and then re-evaluate how I look and feel.

[jprice332009]

I'm too in the same spot... I'm 160 and want to be around 145 to 150 and its so hard to get back on track. I've lost the motivation and don't know how to get that back. I'm start making videos again and I think that kept me in the game. I think its alot of us going through the same thing. If you figure it out please let me know. I just don't know how to get that motivation back... Good luck and I think we'll get there... Julia

[cabernetqueen]

it is GREAT to hear you say: I HAVE DONE WELL FOR MYSELF!....you have! remember my philosophy is -it is ALL ABOUT THE PROCESS....find a fresh perspective on your process-go into maintenance mentality for a bit..see how that fits comfortably....look at it as a season in the "scenic overlook" pull off on the road trip of WLS- GOAL important? depends on the person...for some it is a new mtn to climb rather than a finish line,look for a new direction that peaks your interest- as you enjoy the view

[IntriguingOne]

@bandedwendy Yeah, I was afraid that was the answer but honestly I know its true. I am real good at maintaining but its not where I want to be. Sometimes you just have to hear yourself say your thoughts to get it to ring true in your head. I know what I need to do, now I need to plan (this is VERY hard for me) and make this a reality cause I know I can. I am a fighter and go after what I want, I need to go after this like I NEED IT rather than pissing around. Get it done style!

[IntriguingOne]

@candj1977 Thats the million dollar question... How bad do I want it? Obvioulsy not too bad from my results lol But based on the fact that this is weighing on my heart mind and soul, I think its pretty important. Maybe this was just part of the journey of the mental game that comes along for the ride. ((hugs))

[IntriguingOne]

@NorthernSutherner Thanks for making me smile! Sometimes pressure can be paralyzing! I am so happy for you and your success, you have done so well! Keep shining NorthernSutherner! :) ((hugs))

[IntriguingOne]

@InkedPinup1 LOL Isn't funny how we throw out a number like the size of a person like its no big deal! My 17 year daughter weighs like 120-125 so I have almost lost her in weight... I have come a long way. I do feel good and I like that but in the back of my head I have questions of, can I feel better/great? I guess there is only 1 way to find out! Thanks for your support! ((hugs))