Plateau

julieannezen

I have been in a plateau for the past 7 years or so. I have about 50 lbs more to lose. I have been through two weight-loss surgeries, work out often and now am on a gluten-free diet for the past 5 weeks. I am hoping by changing my life to a healthier lifestyle it will break this plateau. I am somewhat discouraged but am not going to give up. I wish you all the best in your journey's.

MelissaPhippsFeagins

You can do it, Julieanne! I know you can. You are really consistent in your logging the good and the bad and that is really the key. One thing about GF foods: watch out for added sugar. I gained back 20 I had lost after my celiac diagnosis because I didn't pay attention to the added sugar and sodium that gets put into breads for taste.

psuLemon

How many calories are you eating? How are you measuring your foods (do you use a food scale)? What are your height, weight age and workout routine? Also, are you gluten free because of a medical condition or choice?

Railr0aderTony

Most of these threads are people crying about 3 or 4 weeks. 7years, That is a plateau. I would suggest seeking out a dietician and a good doctor at this point. After 2 operations you should be under the care of a good dietician. Best of luck to you.

kathleenmaynard10

I have been within 1 pound of my goal weight and keep going up and down. I started my weight loss journey six years ago. I have lost 74 pounds but those last few pounds have been the hardest. I think I have relaxed and have indulged some. I am so much healthier and happier. When I started I was dealing with high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, arthritis, back and leg pain and was borderline on my sugar. I couldn't stand to be on my feet but a few minutes and that was painful. Everything I tried to do was torture. I had one back surgery and was supposed to have my back fused. That's when I woke up and made my mind up I had to do something. My doctor recommended water aerobics and I gave it a try. It was a lifesaver for me. I could move so much easier in the water. There was no impact on my joints and the weightl:blushing: essness helped so much. I am so thankful I tried it. I still go and now I do spin cycling, too. I also walk 3 to 4 miles up and down the hills around my house. My husband is doing the walking with me now and has lost 60 pounds this year. I hope I can make it though the holidays without a weight gain and get these last couple pounds off. By the way I just turned 64. If I can do it anybody can.