1000-Lb Sisters: Amanda Halterman Overcomes Weight-Loss Plateau with Strong Reasons for Setback

In a recent season of 1000-lb Sisters, Amanda Halterman, who is making strides post-bariatric surgery, is facing a weight-loss plateau. At age 44, Amanda is not letting this setback deter her from achieving her weight-loss ambitions. The journey to lose weight often involves ups and downs, and Amanda’s experience serves as a reminder that setbacks can happen to anyone on a similar path.

Unlike her siblings, Amanda did not feature in the earlier seasons of the show due to personal challenges, including a divorce. Throughout her youth, she maintained a slim physique, but that changed after the birth of her four children. Now that her kids are adults, Amanda has decided it is time to reclaim her health and shed the weight she has accumulated over the years. Despite making notable progress in her weight loss journey, Amanda recently encountered a disappointing weigh-in that she is determined to overcome. Stay tuned to discover Amanda’s current weight as she strives for improvement.

Amanda’s Bariatric Surgery: A New Chapter

A Familiar Journey

Amanda’s journey with bariatric surgery isn’t new; she had a similar procedure about ten years ago but unfortunately regained the weight. During season 5 of 1000-lb Sisters, she revealed her plans to undergo a second surgery. In March 2023, both Amanda and her sister Misty Wentworth underwent weight-loss surgery on the same day. Given her past experience with regaining weight, Amanda is understandably cautious about maintaining her progress this time around.

Challenges Along the Way: A Knee Injury

Navigating Recovery

Amanda recently shared her knee injury journey through a TikTok video, explaining that she sustained the injury while dismounting from a swing set. The damage was serious enough to necessitate surgery, which significantly hindered her ability to exercise during her recovery. This period of inactivity has contributed to her recent weight-loss plateau. Although Amanda is understandably frustrated by this situation, it’s essential to be patient with oneself during recovery. Continue reading to find out Amanda’s latest weigh-in results.

Latest Weigh-In: The Results

Expectations vs. Reality

Amanda Halterman in a denim jacket and a green sweater — Custom image by César García

Tammy Slaton	38 years old	Lost 500 pounds
Amy Slaton	37 years old	Lost 169 pounds
Chris Combs	44 years old	Lost 150 pounds
Amanda Halterman	43 years old	Lost 31 pounds
Misty Slaton Wentworth	48 years old	Lost 74 pounds