Plateau?

Hi, All: A question for you all...I am 7 weeks out from my lap rny, have been plugging right along with the weight loss (43 lbs to date) and have been working out 3-4 week (circuit training).  In the last week, I haven't seen any change in my weight...frustrating.  I am getting all of my protein in, supplements, close to all of my water in, and 2-3 meals a day.  What I would love to know is if anyone else has run into this.  It seems kind of early to hit a plateau...or maybe not. Any feedback is appreciated! Thanks, Cindy

Cindy, Congratulations on your 43lbs weight loss!!! You are not too early for a plateau while your body catches up with your weight loss. You could try measuring inches as they usually go down at this point....my suggestion would be increase your water, increase your protein and change your exercise to fool your body.  Take a look at what you are eating to make sure you are still on track with what you need to be eating. You may be eating too little for the exercise   - maybe need to add snack before or after you exercise - check the number of carbs you are eating in case of too many or too little...... change some of your food choices if you eat the same thing every time so your body does not get used to the same food either.... Just some suggestions of things you could try..... Jackie

Jackie:  Thanks so much!  Great suggestions.  I wondered if I might be eating too little, considering the exercise.  I am still trying to wrap my mind around the whole nutrition thing...how many carbs, how much sugar my food can have in it, sodium, protein (of course!)...how to get more protein in my diet (aside from supplements) along with all of the fluids and meals.  Phew!  But I will keep pushing...and measuring. Look forward to seeing you next week. Thanks again, Cindy

Don't hesitate to give Brittany a call at Dr Halmi's office - she is always a good source for information and can help you! Please also read my note about the change of restaurant ....grrrr................If I hadn't called them to update the numbers going, I never would have known they were planning to be closed! Talk about the best laid plans. They took my numbers etc anf then someone called me back a few minutes later telling me they were going to be closed and their dates were mixed up......... The other restaurant was very helpful! Jackie