Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

I have lost about 75 pounds. I feel great. Went on a cruise over Christmas and even won the hairy chest contest! I would never have even entered 5 months ago.... this is me 4 months before surgery. I was about 5-10 pounds heavier at surgery......(265-270) this is me on the cruise just 2 weeks ago..... I am very pleased.....

Just to let you know this is life saving surgery. Up till this point of surgery I did not even tell my wife how bad I was and did a great job covering up how I felt. Befor surgery I was type 2 diabetic in need of insulin had high blood pressure,gout,slep-apnea , bad knees bad back ran out of energy fast. Today I'm 201 lb last A1C test I was 6.0 before surgery my A1C was 10.8. I no longer have gout attacks my knees are getting better every day my back has stopped hurting and I have more energy then I know what to do with ask my wife LOL. I have gone from wearing a 48 waist pants to wearing 36 waist pants from a 3 x shirt to a large and it scares the crap out of me to…

Hi Everyone!! I hope you will hop over to my blog and see my 200 Pounds Lost Video. I came to this board about 2 years ago in search of hope And I found it!!! Thank you all so much for the help and support you have given me. You all will never know the difference finding this board has meant to my life!! If you can leave me a comment over at my main blog, it would make my whole day I love hearing from VerticalSleeveTalk friends!! Click here to get to the 200 Pounds Gone Video

I work out 6 days a week and have not lost a pound in three weeks..help..

Now. I'm 29 years old, and I don't need anyone's approval. BUT. My grandma called tody to tell me what a dangerous surgery this is (general, weightloss surgery). How selfish I am for only thinking if myself and not my 6 children. BANGHEAD. she says when I leave I ought to just "kids my kids goodbye." This woman has never had a weight problem a day in her life. Why don't you just go on a diet? You know you still have To eat healthy and exercise for life, so why don't you just eat healthy and exercise and skip the surgery? Why don't you just eat like a weightloss surgery patient? You are just going to gain the weight, Al Roker gained 40 pounds. And on and on. I …

normally my silly success stories are related to (something on me or that i am doing) todays silly success is not one but 2 people commenting on my WL. first was my ole man..do i count that or not? i mean does he have to say it or get in trouble?? you'd think after 28+ yrs of marriage he'd say it anyhow...haha no, yesterday, i got home from work and he met me at the door and said *hey skinny*..looking good..........far from being skinny but def could have tied a brick to my foot to bring me back down to earth second was me walking in to my monthly nail salon appt this morning been coming to this place for 7 yrs and lyn has saw me at reg weight and at my heaviest…

From everything I have read... It looks like you have to go on a 2 week liquid diet prior to getting band. Why is this? I feel that would be extremely tough. Not to be snarky but I feel that if I was capable of that, I would not need the band.

Today my niece told me I couldn't wear the jeans I was wearing anymore, because they were falling off. I put a tighter pair on, and while I was walking with my hands full my pants fell down, literally last my bum. Good nsv.

We went to The Hobbit over the holidays. I had to get up in the middle to go to the bathroom and saw this chick sitting next to the friend of my granddaughter, Emily, who was visiting us. This intruder was sexy looking with high-heels, black leather jacket, tight pants, and I wondered why she was sitting right next to Emily when there was so much room elsewhere in the near empty theater. I was about to get mean when I realized.... it was my wife. I walked away with my red face. We went to an unbelieveably crowded outlet center in Orlando yesterday. A number of times I lost her and had a hard time picking her out of the crowd. She has lost over 100 pounds in a year, lo…

I just watched comedian Lisa Lampinelli on Wendy Williams' talk show and she was very funny and very honest about her VSG WLS. She explained how and why she made her choice and how she lost 102 pounds in a year. She is 52 and looks really good. My favorite quote in response to the question about what do you say to people who think WLS is the easy way out and/or cheating, "If exercising most every day and eating 4 ounces of food at my 3 of 4 meals is cheating, then I guess I'm cheating." Her husband also had the surgery and she talks a good bit about the improvement in their relationship and the whole idea that the real work is just beginning (head hunger, emotional eating…

... when I would complain about being able to see the port bump on my tummy. Because there used to be WAY too much tummy to ever thing you could unearth that thing. I can remember thinking no way would I ever have to worry about that. But here I am... 7 years out and almost at goal wieght. I had my Lap Band surgery in '07. I have now lost about +/- 80 pounds. I have maintained a weight of between 158 and 170 since April of 2012 and I'm really proud of myself. I exercise at least 3 times a week. I am certainly not perfect with my eating but because my main issue was always portion control and feeling satisfied/full, the band has really changed my life. I have not had an…

I am almost 5 months post op and have lost 100 pounds! I am so excited to think about it. But really I don't think it's set in. What is really flooring me is that I am done with lane Bryant!! Walking into old navy, areo, etc is much better And only 6 more pounds and I will be 'just overweight'. No longer obese!! I can't wait.

For the last 7 weeks I have had to really fight to loose a single ounce. Im not quite 6 months out. I thought stall at first. No big deal right? They pass. Then I noticed the cold feet, fatigue, and moodiness. Yep. That's right. My stupid thyroid is foiling me again. Well at least I know what's up now and can get the meds adjusted and get back on track. La. Fitness here I come!

I haven't been thin since high school, graduated 1988 at 175ish, and I don't know how to determine my goal weight. I have looked at the national weight charts and on the high side it says 155. I can't even imagine being that small. I am 5'6" and at my highest I was 303 I am currently 280 and surgery is in the morning. The only goal I have set is 60 lbs less by June 1st. How did u determine ur goal?

How many calories do you eat a day for maintence?? I see a lot of people saying 1200 but thats what I eat now and I'm still trying to lose 10 pounds. I'm on my fitness pal and 1200 calories is what that tells me to eat to lose and it says like 2000 to maintain. That seems like a lot for us sleevers.

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Today, 1/17, is my six month surg-aversary. Including my pre-op loss of 13 pounds, I'm down a grand total of 105 pounds. From 373 to 268! Yes, I have a ways to go yet - my goal is 175 - but for the first time in many, many years that seems attainable! I am so thankful!

One of the advantages of lives at the caribbean is that we can go all year to the beach. I take the first pic this summer and with the black one today. I felt very dissapointed because i gain 5 pounds last week but, i can see for sure a difference. The weight start drop again slow but stady(sic?). Im happy and hope to meet my goal of 170 pounds for the summer 2013. [ATTACH]8037[/ATTACH]

Too often we see newcomers overwhelmed by all the negative publicity and horror stories about the band. If that isn't bad enough, we all know there's a ton of downright false information flying around about it too. We've all heard it and we've all spent our fair share of time trying counter all this negativity with truth. It's unfortunate that it seems those having major problems are the always the loudest while the happy successful people sit mostly silent on the sidelines. This is a big part of the reason people assume the worst! People, are you happy with your band? Have you lost any weight? I know you're out there, so tell us about!! Really, it's ok to brag!…

Hi everyone,i had my surgery on 2-17-12.I started at 381lbs and I'm down to 200lbs!181lbs gone in just 10 months.I've done everything my Dr. told me to do and it's been really really easy.My shirts was a 4x and my pants was 46's, now my shirts are large and my pants are 34's!I want to hug my doctors neck every time i see him but not sure how he would react.Lol! [ATTACH]7904[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]7902[/ATTACH]

I DID IT!!! 6 months and 6 days in and I hit the hundreds! AND I am in a perfect green zone...have been for a while! AND I was called skinny!!! WTH?? Love it! I haven't been in the hundreds for about 4 and a half years.... 49 pounds down and 49 to go!!! Pat myself on the back?? I think so.

It has been one year since I started my pre op shakes. I have lost 113 lbs!!! I was hoping that by my 1yr surgery anniversary i would have gotten to my GW of 145lbs....but i still feel great!! Not much excess skin... I am able to do things at the gym I never thought possible, having had surgery on my spine...conditions agrivated by how heavy i was. Started at 265lbs. feeling good!

Hi I just need lots of encouragement and wanted to know if anyone that has had VSG surgery has any before and after pics! Thanks

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I usually work from home so don't see people face to face too often. I think it has been a month since I was in, but I have lost about 10# since and more importantly I have been doing high intensity interval training. I have been doing boot camp, spinning - just stuff that really does body toning. I went in today wearing my size 10 dress and I could not help but notice what a defined waist I had! This dress is fairly conservative - long sleeves and high neckline but very modern and close fitting and short. I wore it with black tights and ankle boots. I went into my bosses office to show off as she is very supportive. I took off the long sweater and she gave me a…

I weighed this morning and I have officially lost 100lbs!!! Unbelievable! I still have 85lbs to go for goal and 50 to make it to Onderland! I do feel like the next 50-85 is just gravy! I'm so happy and can't even explain how much my life, my attitude, everything has changed. I LOVE myself again! I wasn't sure I'd ever get back to being happy with myself, because I was so disappointed in how far gone I had gotten. This is 100% the best thing I ever did for myself, my kids, my friends, my family, my job, MY LIFE!!!! Great start to the beginning of the best year ever! Here I come 2013 and beyond! I've posted some befores and 2 pics taken today (after my walk at the beach t…

I was sleeved on September 18, 2012 stating weight was 262 lbs got on the scale this morning for my weight in finally hit the 199 mark cant remember the last time i was there

I know this is a minor accomplishment to many but I had to share. I am four weeks postop and up until I probably have had 2-5 grams protein a day....things have not gone well for me. I ate half a greek yogurt at lunch and half for snack and I got down 14 grams protein!!!! That is all Ive had today but again things arent well for me so I am so proud of that 14!!!

Just spent an awesome week in Hawaii and although it was filled with many special times, I have to say that not having to ask the flight attendant for a seatbelt extension was a huge HIGHLIGHT! It was also great to be on a plane and not worry about spilling over onto my neighbor's space. :) :) :) :)

I had the vertical sleeve performed by my surgeon on Monday, October 1st, 2012. That is a day that I will always remember, because I know it has changed my life. At my highest weight, or at least the highest weight that I ever saw recorded, I was a total of 413 pounds. I was losing my life because I couldn't get the weight off, no matter what I tried. I had been previously diagnosed with lymphoma cancer in my lungs, I had been treated for chronic lung issues, and then there was the issue of my immune deficiency that was causing me to spend a few days in the hospital every year with pneumonia. I literally was fading away every day. Surgery was not a popular decision. M…

I don't have my 7 week weight until Tuesday, but I am definitely losing inches. Today I went to go babysit. All my yoga pants & sweat pants were dirty. I started out a size 32. My size 30 jeans were just too big. Then I remembered that I had bought 2 pairs of size 28's online accidentally (I meant to get 30's) quite awhile back. Pre-Surgery I couldn't even pull them all the way up. So, I crossed my fingers & not only could I pull them up but could zip them up without sucking anything in! I was so excited. I still am. This totally made my week & it's only Sunday.

Heck yeah...128# down and I fit into the smallest booth.(.which I avoided like the plague prior because I couldn't fit into the damned thing) TGIF had to offer...take THAT you cursed booth..how'd you like my fat arse now??! But of course ..it's not fat anymore!!!!! Thanks sleeve ...best decision I ever made!!!

I feel so good, I am glad I got the surgery. Starting weight 325 lbs. Current weight 269 lbs. Goal 175-200 lbs. I'm tall, so 200lbs would be great on me

I've been waiting to scream that in my best imitation of a soccer goal voice!! I saw it when I first came to the boards and knew then I could not wait to scream that word.. I made GOAL!! I hit 130, now that is my Drs. goal for me as he doesn't think I should lose more than that...nor my husband but secretly my goal is 120 Hopefully ill see that one day!

As of today I officially weigh what my driver's license says I weigh. Or as my wife put it, I'm no longer lying on an official government document. 84 pounds down. Woot!

December 10th, 2012 (2 years ago) I'd be laying in my recovery room in Mexico after the surgery that would change my life. I'm feeling great and maintaining a good ~190lbs (I still weigh every week). My main concerns now are trying to eat healthier and not drink as much alcohol, as well as deal with situations involving group meals being awkward (work events, dates, etc.) I'll keep this short, but I just wanted to pop on this board and mention something.

I ran/walked my first 5k today. It took me 46:11, but I did it!

I cannot believe it, I'm one year out from my sleeve surgery. I remember my doctor told me this would happen. Last night I moved my SIZE 6 dress pants into my closet!!!! Even though my doctor said it would happen, that I would get down this small, in the back of my mind I had my doubts. But I'm here! I did it and according to my doctor, I'm not finished. He says I should/WILL get down one more size into a 4. Absolutely, freaking, fantastic!!!

Here is an update on me. One video is pics only and the other is an actual video. I had revision surgery in Mexico with Dr. Garcia 1/11/12. Hope you enjoy! (Pics only) (Video only) MsMook1979

On November 29th marked 2 years since I had my VSG done. How quickly time flies! I am 83lbs down from my surgery weight, and 122lbs down from my highest weight. I went from wearing a size 20/22 at my highest the wearing a size 4/6 and xs/s tops. I actually dropped a little below my goal and have been easily maintaining for the last 6 months. I was a slower loser, but I reached my goal in 18 months and couldn't be happier! I have never regretted having the surgery done and have always felt like it was the best thing that I have EVER done for myself. I feel so great and would do it again in a heartbeat!

I was sleeved on June 28, 2012 & hit my first huge goal this week!!! I am working my butt off & loving every minute!! My hubby has lost 50 lbs just being a supportive partner & eating as I do!!! 5k set for Feb 9th & praying I can run the whole thing!! Jennifer in AL

It's been a month and my boyfriend proposed to me and I couldn't be happier. I am still having back pains , but I now know what caused it and therapy is helping my back. I'm 32lbs down and I need to loose at lease 45lbs by June 1st. My best friend is getting married that day. I just bought sugar -popsicles and I have fallen in love. It's like heaven and only 12 calories. I feel like I made the right choice and I am loving life. Hopefully I'll be able to return to work next month.

I am about 9 1/2 months postop and doing great. I started at 330 lbs (im only 5ft 2in). As of today i am at 188. That is 142 lbs lighter! Woooohoooo! I feel amazing. I am wearing a size 13 junior, started in a 28. This surgery was the most amazing thing i have ever done. Only wish i would have done it sooner!!

After losing approx. 100 lbs. and holding. It will be 2 years in January. Just thinking about my old bad eating habits (use to love this stuff). Here are 10 foods I must stay away from. 1. Fried chicken 2. Steaks 3. Rice 4. Egg rolls 5. Biscuits - ham, egg & cheese from McDonalds 6. Pork chops 7. Po-Boy sandwichs 8. Malts from Winkie ~ Doodle Malt Shop in Sulphur Louisiana 9. Bagels 10.Tacos There's more, just 10 for now. What's your 10 food victuals you learn to stay away from? Lash

So today my mother told me that she doesn't think I shud lose anymore weight and that I'm on the verge of looking sickly from my weight loss. .... I started out at 240lb my day of surgery which was 8/24/12 I was 217lbs and now I am 156lbs my goal is 150 but I was thinking maybe 140-145 and she says no. Along worth get and every one else I know. Lol I admit I don't feel how small I actually am but I think I wud look good at that weight and not sickly now I don't know what to do. Smh Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using VST

I was feeling so good yesterday. Today someone told me how good I look BUT she thought my thighs would get smaller. I just wanted to cry! I have big thighs and bootie, no mater how much weight I loose. I think some people will never get that people are built different. Surgery doesn't change that. I just saw Jennifer Hudson in the weight watchers commercial and she is amazing with big thighs! I know in my heart it's going super great but today was a little set back. I have to get over what people say. Is anyone else dealing with a mean comment from a close friend.

Should I Start Losing Weight Now??? I Mean On My Own?? Or Should I Wait Til After Im Sleeved?? PLZ HELP

So I had my 6 month follow up with my cardiologist today. My family physician and surgeon required I get cleared for surgery by a cardiologist, which I did. It has been a slow start but I am DOWN 25 pounds and my hypertension is NO MORE, my BP was normal with out medication!!! I was so surprised and happy when I read the new weight on his scale. My scale broke last week so I have not been able to weigh myself since having my first fill and didn't think I had any changes. I am down at least 5lbs since my fill last Thursday!! So HAPPY!! Carol

It almost surreal.... But I am 10 lbs from goal. And it only been 21 months.... Such a short time considering the amount of weight I needed to lose .... But i am almost there and i have lost 207 lbs! I just wanted to post this so anyone having to lose 200 lbs or more might realize IT CAN BE DONE!!!!!

Tomorrow is the one year anniversary of my sleeve. I can't believe a year has passed and even better - I feel like a normal person again for the first time since I turned 30 (I'll be 42 this summer). I even had someone tell me I was getting too thin last weekend (not true- by bmi standards I'm still slightly overweight). If you're thinking about surgery and wondering if this could help you, my experience tells me yes! I wish I could have done this 10 years ago. If I'd known about the sleeve (as opposed to bypass surgery) I'd have considered WLS sooner. I still have some real work to do. I'd like to loose another 20lbs and get down below 160. I'll have to hit the exerc…