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Weight the night before surgery 408.
Weight today 283.
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Surgery Aug. 27 408 pounds. Weight today 283. 30-50 more pounds to goal.
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Surgery Aug. 27 408 pounds. Weight today 283. 30-50 more pounds to goal.
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I have been on this forum for almost a year now and when PDX posts he is usually trying to help other people on here cope with there issues. He is a positive influence on many people trying to find there way with this new lifestyle that we are all trying to find our way with.
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I have been on this forum for almost a year now and when PDX posts he is usually trying to help other people on here cope with there issues. He is a positive influence on many people trying to find there way with this new lifestyle that we are all trying to find our way with.
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Hey midnight
I had the same fears as you. I'm 6 1 and weighed 408 the day of surgery. I have been fortunate that I have not lost a lot of muscle mass. I had my surgery on August 27th. I did the bod pod at my gym at the end of September and my lean muscle mass was around 200 pounds. When I did the retest in December my lean muscle mass was 213 pounds. I don't really think I gained that much muscle mass, probably just better hydrated that day. I know these tests are not 100 percent accurate but it is probably close. With that being said I don't think I lost any mass either. I was mostly just doing light cardio and light weights during that time. I am trying to get more serious about lifting and working out. I have been trying to get at least 100 grams of Protein per day. My current weight is 284. I'v been in a bit of a stall the last three weeks or so. Even though I have not lost a lot of muscle I still feel small at 284. I think my shoulders look smaller. Never thought I would worry about being too small! If you have any questions feel free to pm me. Good luck!
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Karissa I'm a firefighter also and last year I was taking the batteries out of the thermostat in the day room so they would stop turning up the heat! Now I have it too warm for the rest of the crew. Never thought that would happen. I think being cold is much better than being hot all the time though!
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I also struggled with the idea of surgery. I was in the non surgical program at Swedish hospital for over one year. When I started I told the PA I was working with that surgery was not an option for me. After being in the program for over one year and only losing 30 pounds and then gaining 15 back I decided surgery may be the best option for me. It was a very hard and emotional decision for me! Once I decided I wanted the surgery I could not get it fast enough. At first I thought I wanted the band but the PA I was working with suggested the sleeve. After talking to the Surgeon that is what I decided on. I made the decision sometime in May and had surgery on Aug. 27th. I have now lost 110 pounds. After having the surgery, like most people I wished I would have done it a lot sooner. With that being said I think I needed that year of trying without surgery. I also think that year has helped me be as successful as I have been so far. As you read more of this forum you will hear over and over how most people with they would have done this sooner. Good luck on what ever you decide to do!
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The past two weeks have been like living in a dream! Yet, I have to pinch myself and say, "No! This is really happening!" This gonna be a long thread, can't help it. I, need to share with others the joy that is in my heart, the tears that begin to well up in my eyes, and the laughter that floods my soul! Today, it has been 4 months and 16 days since I was sleeved! My journey started April 9, 2012, my first appointment. My sleeve date was July 30th. I've lost a total of 97lbs, since April, 81 of which since sleeved. This time last year, I couldn't stand more than 5 minutes without my back and knees hurting and would have to sit down. My blood pressure was through the roof. I was in the beginning stages of congestive heart failure. I had to get custom made compression stockings because the edema in my lower legs was so bad! I was so short of breath just getting out of bed winded me. I have severe osteoarthritis in both knees. I couldn't go shopping unless there were scooters available, so often I had to get others to do it for me. Aside, from dragging myself to work, I went nowhere else! I physically couldn't do it! Well, today, what I prayed for and dreamed about is becoming a reality! I've gone from being on 7 meds for my hypertension, down to 4 and being weaned down on those. I've gone shopping, been like a kid in a candy store without needing a scooter, and spending too much money! I am moving and bouncing around so much, family, friends, and coworkers are amazed! My shoe size has dropped 1/2 a size and no longer a wide width. I'm down from a size 28 pant to a 22. Folks you already know about the clothes issue, lol!!! I've gone to concerts, the movies, and a gallery opening with my trusty cane dragging behind me! Sometimes my knee(s) get a little weary. I, don't get short of breath from walking or moving around. No more compression stockings needed. What really did it for me was when I ran into an old neighbor this past week. I haven't seen her in 15 years. We ran into each other in the parking lot at one the malls. We stood out there for about a 1/2 hr., talking and reminescing. When I got in my car, it dawned on me that I had stood for more than a 1/2 hr, including my time in the store, and my back or knees weren't hurting!!! I was in shock! Before my surgery, that would not have been possible! I am living and enjoying life again! I still struggle with, getting my fluids and Protein in daily. My goal is to eat healthy each day, with some days I slip off the wagon, but I get back on. This journey is not easy, but so worth it! If this story can be of encouragement to someone, I am glad! Be encouraged, take one day at a time, and enjoy the ride! So buckle up! HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO MY VST FAMILY!! I LOVE YOU ALL!!! SMOOCHES!

Do a search for chia seeds. I started using using them last week and have not had a problem since. There have been a few posts about them.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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The way I interpreted Butterbeans comment was being help full not condescending. I have read many of his posts and I believe he is always trying to be positive with his posts and trying to help others.
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I know that guy!
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