Jolie_KeMi

Hi October Sleevers. I was sleeved Oct 17, 2011, HW 230, SW 226, CW 143, GW 150. I have also been allowing some bad habits back in and HATE IT! I have allowed myself to finish out the year as is, and get back on track at the beginning of the year. That is a promise I have made to myself and am determined to see it through. I haven't been on this site in ages, and its nice to see some familiar faces/screen names. I hate that we are struggling right now, but don't allow that to get you down. Your sleeve is still there and it still can and will do its job. It's up to us to be accountable. I know, that's the hard part, but WE CAN DO IT!!

Thank you. Started at 226, now I bounce between 139-142. I'm 5’2.

I use it on Xbox Kinect 2/3 times per week. Doing that & the Biggest Loser on Kinect are my cardio. I'm pretty sure its same on Wii. They've worked for me.

18 months out & loving the sleeved life! [ATTACH]11615[/ATTACH]

You look ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! You're gorgeous Lady! Congradulations on what you've accomplished so far & Good Luck on the rest of your journey. I ate half a bag of those chicken & waffle chips. I felt so bad until I realized that I hadn't eaten anything like that in months & this wasn't something I would do on a regular. So I ate the other half a couple of days later but made sure I drank an extra 20 oz of water to compensate.

DON'T GIVE IN!! You dont need that, you just want it. It's not beneficial to your goal. I dont have any advice as to how to beat the craving...you just have to be mentally stronger than the craving. You can do it!!

Oct 2011. I've been maintaining 143—145 for the past month, which I'm Happy about because my goal was 150. I was wearing a 1X shirt, 16/18 pants. Now I'm in S/M shirts, 7/8 pants. This tool is amazing! I hope you get approved. Good luck!

Girl this is my life! Except I was 226 the day of surgery, & when I got down to 150 in the past, I was almost starving myself. You can get below 170!!

Girl YES!! That is amazing! Pre-sleeve I would gain weight while I was trying to lose, so every pound gone made me super excited. LOL. Just do what you know you are supposed to do, and that weight will come off.

Why on Earth would you be bummed about losing 36 pounds in 5 weeks? Stay positive!!

Yaaaassss Lakobe! I could care less about some hair. I just want my body to look right. I can get some hair sewn or clipped in. Hahaha!

If you're just looking for a fling, I say go for it. Keep it light and easy, and have fun. Get your cougar on girl!

No regrets at all. I saved my own life and regained my confidence. I'm so happy! Just be aware that there WILL be stalls, food mourning, days in that first month when you hate the surgery & probably yourself for doing it, and most likely there will be hair loss. Just don't stress about any of this because it all will pass. Be accountable for what you put in your mouth and how much you are willing to get off the couch. (Getting off the couch has been my biggest challenge). Good luck my Shorties! Y'all got this.

You look so confident and sexy in that red dress! I'm happy for you. Congratulations!!

Aww thank you so much! I was sleeved October 17, 2011. Almost 14 months post op!

Hey fellow Shorties! I'm 5'2, was 226 on the morning of surgery, and 143 this morning. Still losing about 2lbs per month although I'm in maintenance. I'm actually starting to get a little worried about the weight still coming off because I am really happy at this weight and have spent a lot of money replacing everything in my closet. Lol! Good luck on your journeys ladies!!

Already a big difference. You look great! Congrats on your progress!

You're gorgeous!! Amazing job so far.

My doc said not to carry anything heavier than 5 lbs for 2 weeks. So I would say 2-3 weeks, but ask your doc.

Short girl here! 5’2"...226 the day of surgery. IG: kemihalo

I'm 5’2" 13 months post op 226 the morning of surgery - 145 this morning Was wearing 18w pants - Now in 7/8 Was wearing 1x shirts and dresses - Now in small shirts and dresses. Recently sleeved folks: It is not a magic cure for all your bad habits, your weight loss will stall, you will lose some hair, and you may get some loose skin. Just keep breathing and hit the restart button if you need to. This isn't a diet, it is a total overhaul of your relationship with food. Be patient and consciously make better choices about what you put in you body. You won't fail. Stop stressing! LOL!