It is really hard work losing weight after treatment. Deanne is right and well researched as usual - muscle loss is a big factor - which I have really noticed after hysterectomy and menopause. Nowadays it's a 5km brisk walk in the mornings, and another 3kms on the treadmill in the afternoons - with swimming in between when possible and stretches before bed. After the first 3 weeks it becomes a habit, and the results are worth it long term according to recurrence statistics. Big motivator.
Like Tonya, my husband and I have been doing the 5:2 diet which we found really easy to stick to, and we tended to eat less on non-fast days as well. So far after 5 fast days, we have both lost 2.5 kgs. It really works. (Deanne's 9kg is fabulous!). Even one day a week might help you maintain your loss Mich.
I hope you have a much better 2015 Mich & Tonya - you deserve it! And keep up your positive input Deanne - I love reading it! Hoping 2015 is a happy and all-clear year for us all.
Michelle xxx