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So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

So I'm about 3 months post-op On Thursday, I had my 3 month appointment and my doctor was excited about my progress! I've truthfully been so lucky with this surgery and have not had any complications. I have no regrets and really feel like this surgery has changed my life! Time to conquer the holidays!
Surgery date: 8/22/12
Starting weight: 231
Current weight: 165
Height: 5'3
Age: 22
The first two pictures are before pictures and the other four are from these past 2 weeks.

awesome job! Running is my main exercise now, adding in yoga once a week and zumba when i can. I am addicted to running now...its crazy to think this time last year i too, could not run 1/4 of a mile...now i have my 7th 5k next weekend and im trainung for a half marathon in april! im already at the point i can run 10 miles non.stop and last year, i could not climb a flight of stairs without getting winded! I love seeing the progression...and i love my new collection of race t-shirts! lol

Jordyn, you have truly inspired me. I am 21 and a college student who is about the same height and weight. Everything you've said sounds oh so familiar. Looking forward to being sleeved on the 10th so I will no longer be afraid of the gym.

Hi Everyone!
So this morning I ran my first 5k! The turkey trot at my university I was so proud of myself for running it. I definitely almost bailed on it last night...luckily I have friends that wouldn't let that happen! When I crossed the finish line I just thought about the week before surgery when I went to the gym, got on the treadmill, and was unable to go more than 1/4 of a mile without wheezing and feeling like I was dying! lol Working out has become a part of my daily routine and it is by far my favorite part of the surgery. I used to not believe people when they said they loved working out. I was convinced they were lying and I kind of hated them for it!! It's very petty, but when you're overweight and miserable you tend to knock down other people for being healthy. The quote "Insecurity is an ugly thing. It makes you hate people you don't even know" was very true in my pre-sleeve life. As a 22 year old girl in college, I had a bitterness inside me that affected my personality! I would get annoyed at my friends who went shopping, got ready for the night, worked out, etc. I was simply jealous.
I feel like a much happier person. I am wayyyyy less anxious and feel laid back, healthy, and strong! I no longer feel constant guilt about my decisions I make on a daily basis. Whenever I don't want to get up and work out, I just think to myself - Will I feel proud of sleeping in 2 more hours or Will i feel proud for getting up and working out? What decision will make me happiest in the long run? I have to consistently remind myself of this to stay motivated.
I work out 4-5 days a week for about an hour and a half. I had some people ask what my workout routine was in my last post so I posted a general outline at the end of this post. I also will post a couple of unflattering before pictures and some current pictures from the 5k and this past weekend.
The biggest advice I have is to not be intimidated of working out. I am not great at working out. The first couple weeks of working out were absolutely miserable. I could not run 1/2 a mile and I threw up half way through the 30 minute circuit every time. I also had zero core strength! I have a friend that I go to the gym with and I just had to get over feeling embarrassed in front of her. I now feel comfortable going to the gym and it is something I enjoy - I just had to get over those first couple of weeks!
What do you guys do for a workout routine? I have lots of room for improvement!
Good luck to all of you and I hope everyone is enjoying getting ready for the holiday season! I busted out the Christmas decorations last night I apologize for the lengthiness of my posts - I'm a talkative girl
Jordyn
General Workout Routine
-Stretch
-5 minute cardio warmup (eliptical, treadmill, bike)
-30 Minute Circuit (12 reps on the chest press, pull down, row, shoulder press, biceps curl, triceps extension, leg press, leg extension, leg curl, ab machine and step exercises for 1 minute in between - 20 stations total)
-30 Minute Core Strengthening (I switch these up a lot....these were so hard at first but I can see the difference in my stomach!)
-20 Minute Arms or Legs (I pick one or the other - consist of squats, leg lifts, or free weight arm exercises)
-15-30 Minute Cardio
-Cool Down and Stretch
Stats
Age: 22
Height: 5'3
Date of Surgery: August 22nd, 2012
Starting Weight: 231
Current Weight: 169
Total loss: 62 pounds
Goal Weight: 130
Pictures:
1) Before Side Shot
2) Before Front Shot
3) Doing the corn maze with my boyfriend's family
4) About to go to school!
5) HAD TO POST THIS - I have always thought that pea coats are so cute and could never get them to fit me - soooo happy that they now do lol
6) Night out with friends
7) My bridesmaids dress for my friend's wedding in March - still a little snug but a big improvement from what it looked like before!
8) Finished with the 5k!!

Hi Everyone!
So this morning I ran my first 5k! The turkey trot at my university I was so proud of myself for running it. I definitely almost bailed on it last night...luckily I have friends that wouldn't let that happen! When I crossed the finish line I just thought about the week before surgery when I went to the gym, got on the treadmill, and was unable to go more than 1/4 of a mile without wheezing and feeling like I was dying! lol Working out has become a part of my daily routine and it is by far my favorite part of the surgery. I used to not believe people when they said they loved working out. I was convinced they were lying and I kind of hated them for it!! It's very petty, but when you're overweight and miserable you tend to knock down other people for being healthy. The quote "Insecurity is an ugly thing. It makes you hate people you don't even know" was very true in my pre-sleeve life. As a 22 year old girl in college, I had a bitterness inside me that affected my personality! I would get annoyed at my friends who went shopping, got ready for the night, worked out, etc. I was simply jealous.
I feel like a much happier person. I am wayyyyy less anxious and feel laid back, healthy, and strong! I no longer feel constant guilt about my decisions I make on a daily basis. Whenever I don't want to get up and work out, I just think to myself - Will I feel proud of sleeping in 2 more hours or Will i feel proud for getting up and working out? What decision will make me happiest in the long run? I have to consistently remind myself of this to stay motivated.
I work out 4-5 days a week for about an hour and a half. I had some people ask what my workout routine was in my last post so I posted a general outline at the end of this post. I also will post a couple of unflattering before pictures and some current pictures from the 5k and this past weekend.
The biggest advice I have is to not be intimidated of working out. I am not great at working out. The first couple weeks of working out were absolutely miserable. I could not run 1/2 a mile and I threw up half way through the 30 minute circuit every time. I also had zero core strength! I have a friend that I go to the gym with and I just had to get over feeling embarrassed in front of her. I now feel comfortable going to the gym and it is something I enjoy - I just had to get over those first couple of weeks!
What do you guys do for a workout routine? I have lots of room for improvement!
Good luck to all of you and I hope everyone is enjoying getting ready for the holiday season! I busted out the Christmas decorations last night I apologize for the lengthiness of my posts - I'm a talkative girl
Jordyn
General Workout Routine
-Stretch
-5 minute cardio warmup (eliptical, treadmill, bike)
-30 Minute Circuit (12 reps on the chest press, pull down, row, shoulder press, biceps curl, triceps extension, leg press, leg extension, leg curl, ab machine and step exercises for 1 minute in between - 20 stations total)
-30 Minute Core Strengthening (I switch these up a lot....these were so hard at first but I can see the difference in my stomach!)
-20 Minute Arms or Legs (I pick one or the other - consist of squats, leg lifts, or free weight arm exercises)
-15-30 Minute Cardio
-Cool Down and Stretch
Stats
Age: 22
Height: 5'3
Date of Surgery: August 22nd, 2012
Starting Weight: 231
Current Weight: 169
Total loss: 62 pounds
Goal Weight: 130
Pictures:
1) Before Side Shot
2) Before Front Shot
3) Doing the corn maze with my boyfriend's family
4) About to go to school!
5) HAD TO POST THIS - I have always thought that pea coats are so cute and could never get them to fit me - soooo happy that they now do lol
6) Night out with friends
7) My bridesmaids dress for my friend's wedding in March - still a little snug but a big improvement from what it looked like before!
8) Finished with the 5k!!

Hi Everyone!
So this morning I ran my first 5k! The turkey trot at my university I was so proud of myself for running it. I definitely almost bailed on it last night...luckily I have friends that wouldn't let that happen! When I crossed the finish line I just thought about the week before surgery when I went to the gym, got on the treadmill, and was unable to go more than 1/4 of a mile without wheezing and feeling like I was dying! lol Working out has become a part of my daily routine and it is by far my favorite part of the surgery. I used to not believe people when they said they loved working out. I was convinced they were lying and I kind of hated them for it!! It's very petty, but when you're overweight and miserable you tend to knock down other people for being healthy. The quote "Insecurity is an ugly thing. It makes you hate people you don't even know" was very true in my pre-sleeve life. As a 22 year old girl in college, I had a bitterness inside me that affected my personality! I would get annoyed at my friends who went shopping, got ready for the night, worked out, etc. I was simply jealous.
I feel like a much happier person. I am wayyyyy less anxious and feel laid back, healthy, and strong! I no longer feel constant guilt about my decisions I make on a daily basis. Whenever I don't want to get up and work out, I just think to myself - Will I feel proud of sleeping in 2 more hours or Will i feel proud for getting up and working out? What decision will make me happiest in the long run? I have to consistently remind myself of this to stay motivated.
I work out 4-5 days a week for about an hour and a half. I had some people ask what my workout routine was in my last post so I posted a general outline at the end of this post. I also will post a couple of unflattering before pictures and some current pictures from the 5k and this past weekend.
The biggest advice I have is to not be intimidated of working out. I am not great at working out. The first couple weeks of working out were absolutely miserable. I could not run 1/2 a mile and I threw up half way through the 30 minute circuit every time. I also had zero core strength! I have a friend that I go to the gym with and I just had to get over feeling embarrassed in front of her. I now feel comfortable going to the gym and it is something I enjoy - I just had to get over those first couple of weeks!
What do you guys do for a workout routine? I have lots of room for improvement!
Good luck to all of you and I hope everyone is enjoying getting ready for the holiday season! I busted out the Christmas decorations last night I apologize for the lengthiness of my posts - I'm a talkative girl
Jordyn
General Workout Routine
-Stretch
-5 minute cardio warmup (eliptical, treadmill, bike)
-30 Minute Circuit (12 reps on the chest press, pull down, row, shoulder press, biceps curl, triceps extension, leg press, leg extension, leg curl, ab machine and step exercises for 1 minute in between - 20 stations total)
-30 Minute Core Strengthening (I switch these up a lot....these were so hard at first but I can see the difference in my stomach!)
-20 Minute Arms or Legs (I pick one or the other - consist of squats, leg lifts, or free weight arm exercises)
-15-30 Minute Cardio
-Cool Down and Stretch
Stats
Age: 22
Height: 5'3
Date of Surgery: August 22nd, 2012
Starting Weight: 231
Current Weight: 169
Total loss: 62 pounds
Goal Weight: 130
Pictures:
1) Before Side Shot
2) Before Front Shot
3) Doing the corn maze with my boyfriend's family
4) About to go to school!
5) HAD TO POST THIS - I have always thought that pea coats are so cute and could never get them to fit me - soooo happy that they now do lol
6) Night out with friends
7) My bridesmaids dress for my friend's wedding in March - still a little snug but a big improvement from what it looked like before!
8) Finished with the 5k!!

Hi Everyone!
So this morning I ran my first 5k! The turkey trot at my university I was so proud of myself for running it. I definitely almost bailed on it last night...luckily I have friends that wouldn't let that happen! When I crossed the finish line I just thought about the week before surgery when I went to the gym, got on the treadmill, and was unable to go more than 1/4 of a mile without wheezing and feeling like I was dying! lol Working out has become a part of my daily routine and it is by far my favorite part of the surgery. I used to not believe people when they said they loved working out. I was convinced they were lying and I kind of hated them for it!! It's very petty, but when you're overweight and miserable you tend to knock down other people for being healthy. The quote "Insecurity is an ugly thing. It makes you hate people you don't even know" was very true in my pre-sleeve life. As a 22 year old girl in college, I had a bitterness inside me that affected my personality! I would get annoyed at my friends who went shopping, got ready for the night, worked out, etc. I was simply jealous.
I feel like a much happier person. I am wayyyyy less anxious and feel laid back, healthy, and strong! I no longer feel constant guilt about my decisions I make on a daily basis. Whenever I don't want to get up and work out, I just think to myself - Will I feel proud of sleeping in 2 more hours or Will i feel proud for getting up and working out? What decision will make me happiest in the long run? I have to consistently remind myself of this to stay motivated.
I work out 4-5 days a week for about an hour and a half. I had some people ask what my workout routine was in my last post so I posted a general outline at the end of this post. I also will post a couple of unflattering before pictures and some current pictures from the 5k and this past weekend.
The biggest advice I have is to not be intimidated of working out. I am not great at working out. The first couple weeks of working out were absolutely miserable. I could not run 1/2 a mile and I threw up half way through the 30 minute circuit every time. I also had zero core strength! I have a friend that I go to the gym with and I just had to get over feeling embarrassed in front of her. I now feel comfortable going to the gym and it is something I enjoy - I just had to get over those first couple of weeks!
What do you guys do for a workout routine? I have lots of room for improvement!
Good luck to all of you and I hope everyone is enjoying getting ready for the holiday season! I busted out the Christmas decorations last night I apologize for the lengthiness of my posts - I'm a talkative girl
Jordyn
General Workout Routine
-Stretch
-5 minute cardio warmup (eliptical, treadmill, bike)
-30 Minute Circuit (12 reps on the chest press, pull down, row, shoulder press, biceps curl, triceps extension, leg press, leg extension, leg curl, ab machine and step exercises for 1 minute in between - 20 stations total)
-30 Minute Core Strengthening (I switch these up a lot....these were so hard at first but I can see the difference in my stomach!)
-20 Minute Arms or Legs (I pick one or the other - consist of squats, leg lifts, or free weight arm exercises)
-15-30 Minute Cardio
-Cool Down and Stretch
Stats
Age: 22
Height: 5'3
Date of Surgery: August 22nd, 2012
Starting Weight: 231
Current Weight: 169
Total loss: 62 pounds
Goal Weight: 130
Pictures:
1) Before Side Shot
2) Before Front Shot
3) Doing the corn maze with my boyfriend's family
4) About to go to school!
5) HAD TO POST THIS - I have always thought that pea coats are so cute and could never get them to fit me - soooo happy that they now do lol
6) Night out with friends
7) My bridesmaids dress for my friend's wedding in March - still a little snug but a big improvement from what it looked like before!
8) Finished with the 5k!!

Hi Everyone!
So this morning I ran my first 5k! The turkey trot at my university I was so proud of myself for running it. I definitely almost bailed on it last night...luckily I have friends that wouldn't let that happen! When I crossed the finish line I just thought about the week before surgery when I went to the gym, got on the treadmill, and was unable to go more than 1/4 of a mile without wheezing and feeling like I was dying! lol Working out has become a part of my daily routine and it is by far my favorite part of the surgery. I used to not believe people when they said they loved working out. I was convinced they were lying and I kind of hated them for it!! It's very petty, but when you're overweight and miserable you tend to knock down other people for being healthy. The quote "Insecurity is an ugly thing. It makes you hate people you don't even know" was very true in my pre-sleeve life. As a 22 year old girl in college, I had a bitterness inside me that affected my personality! I would get annoyed at my friends who went shopping, got ready for the night, worked out, etc. I was simply jealous.
I feel like a much happier person. I am wayyyyy less anxious and feel laid back, healthy, and strong! I no longer feel constant guilt about my decisions I make on a daily basis. Whenever I don't want to get up and work out, I just think to myself - Will I feel proud of sleeping in 2 more hours or Will i feel proud for getting up and working out? What decision will make me happiest in the long run? I have to consistently remind myself of this to stay motivated.
I work out 4-5 days a week for about an hour and a half. I had some people ask what my workout routine was in my last post so I posted a general outline at the end of this post. I also will post a couple of unflattering before pictures and some current pictures from the 5k and this past weekend.
The biggest advice I have is to not be intimidated of working out. I am not great at working out. The first couple weeks of working out were absolutely miserable. I could not run 1/2 a mile and I threw up half way through the 30 minute circuit every time. I also had zero core strength! I have a friend that I go to the gym with and I just had to get over feeling embarrassed in front of her. I now feel comfortable going to the gym and it is something I enjoy - I just had to get over those first couple of weeks!
What do you guys do for a workout routine? I have lots of room for improvement!
Good luck to all of you and I hope everyone is enjoying getting ready for the holiday season! I busted out the Christmas decorations last night I apologize for the lengthiness of my posts - I'm a talkative girl
Jordyn
General Workout Routine
-Stretch
-5 minute cardio warmup (eliptical, treadmill, bike)
-30 Minute Circuit (12 reps on the chest press, pull down, row, shoulder press, biceps curl, triceps extension, leg press, leg extension, leg curl, ab machine and step exercises for 1 minute in between - 20 stations total)
-30 Minute Core Strengthening (I switch these up a lot....these were so hard at first but I can see the difference in my stomach!)
-20 Minute Arms or Legs (I pick one or the other - consist of squats, leg lifts, or free weight arm exercises)
-15-30 Minute Cardio
-Cool Down and Stretch
Stats
Age: 22
Height: 5'3
Date of Surgery: August 22nd, 2012
Starting Weight: 231
Current Weight: 169
Total loss: 62 pounds
Goal Weight: 130
Pictures:
1) Before Side Shot
2) Before Front Shot
3) Doing the corn maze with my boyfriend's family
4) About to go to school!
5) HAD TO POST THIS - I have always thought that pea coats are so cute and could never get them to fit me - soooo happy that they now do lol
6) Night out with friends
7) My bridesmaids dress for my friend's wedding in March - still a little snug but a big improvement from what it looked like before!
8) Finished with the 5k!!

Way to go Jordyn! You've done an amazing job!!!

I am happy to see how the surgery has given you your life back! That is what I hope to experience soon. I think that most of us had the same feelings you did about food. I had my surgery on Oct 23rd and am feeling better. Still learning but still glad that I made this decision. Congrats and you look great!!

Wow, you look wonderful and I love your cute outfit! Can't wait to wear cute clothes!

You look incredible! I can't believe how amazing your results are after only two months!! We are about the same weight, and I'm hoping my recovery and weight loss results are similar to yours.

You are really lovely. Congratulations!

You look amazing! I was sleeved on 8/23 and am down 49 lbs. I am so happy with my sleeve. I am like you and can eat just about anything...just much less of it. Good luck on the rest of your weight loss!

Great job....you did in two months what it took me to do in three months. I cant wait to see what I look like at 175....

Congrats that's a wonderful success story nd also u look amazing before nd after
MaryLynn

You look so beautiful and happy. Maybe that's the greatest gift of all. Happiness we all deserve it and we are all fighting for it. If I have to work hard for something I always appreciate it that much more.

Smoking!!!!!