[tipokotap]

All kinds of things can happen.

I didn't drink enough water and got pretty "sluggish" (OK, I was constipated...I said it!) Once I discovered how to nuke "flax crackers" that went away. One has to drink LOTS of water.

Later I had to go on steroids...stalled and a little gain. Any change in meds could be a factor.

I slowed down to a crawl at about 4 weeks (sound familiar?) ...no reason why...it passed and I didn't give in. Stick it out.

I was totally sedentary. Added walking to my plan and I broke through another stall at about 15 weeks in.

Now, being very close to my goal, it is jut plain S..L..O..W which is fine because I now have added all kinds of good things back in and I don't ever feel like I am "dieting." That's the way it has to be to keep it off.

So don't get discouraged. Many of us have suffered through the disappointment. I weigh daily and don't fret over stalls. Some people cannot stand it...if you are one of those, DO NOT WEIGH DAILY!

The best advice I have is: Take a tape measure and record your important measurements EVERY WEEK. Even weeks I did not lose pounds, I'd lose a 1/2 inch off something, but never did I gain. I swear, the tape measure IS YOUR FRIEND!

The best of luck to you!!!

Toni