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I am 1 year and 9 months post-op. I have lost 100 pounds and ran my first marathon December 11, 2011. I could not even run a half mile when I started running 5 months after my surgery. I made a decision that I was going to do this and it was all mind over body at that point. I had always thought what if I could run a marathon and I actually did it. I am not sure what I will do next but I do know that I will make another goal. I have learned that when I have a goal to accomplish it helps me to stay on target. Maybe a marathon is not something you are interested in but sign up for a 5K or a bike ride if you can not run. There is so much support out there and amazing people that are always willing to help. Don't worry about being the slowest or what you look like just get out there and do it!! I will finish with a quote from Lance Armstrong..."If you ever get a second chance in life for something, you've got to go all the way." I know I was given a second chance, what about you?