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Anyone have any plastic surgery in Mexico? I am not even half way to my goal and wouldn't consider plastic surgery for another year or so but my arms were already very heavy both because I was overweight but also genetically...and now my arms are...gross! I didn't think I would consider plastics after this journey but I would love to wear sleeveless shirts!

I would love some more fit bit friends...anyone care to share your fitbit email? U can message me if u don't wanna post it on here

I love mine! It's a constant reminder for me to get in some exercise, even if it's just a walk around a few blocks. I aim for 10,000 steps a day, but some days I don't get that in which case my goal is also to get no less than 5000 steps a day.

I was told by my dr no alcohol for a year, but I actually gave up alcohol all together. Last drink was July 23, 2013 lol I started trying to lose weight last year and it knew alcohol was just a waste of calories. Just my choice

Thanks for the response! Definitely not looking for anything that intense with the microdermabrasion and light therapy lol just wanted to know if there's any creams out there.

I am a little over 2 months out from surgery. My incision scars are a dark color....I am wondering if anyone is using or has used a scar cream and had good results? What products are you using?

I did it, thank you lord!! I hit my easter goal and actually passed it by 2.5lbs- starting weight on 3/31 240, goal 230, current weight 227.6. Also, I officially hit the 60lbs lost mark!

I for one am happy to get rid of these boobies! I was a 42DDD and now I'm around a 36/38DD or DDD...really I think I'm a DD1/2 lol DDD too big, DD too small!

Just added u

Today I weighed 228.4! I passed my easter goal and still may lose another lb before Sunday! Woo-hoo!

3-31-14 240 Easter goal 230 Today weighed 231.2- only 1.2lbs away from my easter goal! Can't wait to be in the 220s!!!!! Gonna work my behind off at the gym this week.

I was hurting in my back and my hips around a week to two weeks out. I think it was due to all the bloating and water weight after the surgery. I gained 10lbs that first week, and didn't lose all that until the 2nd or 3rd week. I think that's what caused my aches.

I've started the C25k plan. I know there is a forum on this already, I am following it. But I'm curious if anyone has any tips for a newbie runner! I'm still learning...I still have 80 lbs to lose so I'm not in super shape! Lol but tips like- is it better to learn running on treadmill or outside or doesn't matter? Do u eat a snack after running? Does it get easier? Lol

That's terrible! I hope u do have supportive people in your life. I was worried about my mom so I didn't tell her until after I went down to Mexico to have surgery and came back. It actually turned out great. My mom is so supportive and encouraging, I'm so glad I have her! It was a little rocky at first, she didn't understand my decision but now she is happy for me.

You are not the only one who feels like this! I feel the same way. It's my life, my body and my story to share! My mother has been telling her hair dresser, her coworkers,etc. Everyone just needs something new to gossip about.

Got it, and it makes sense. Thanks everyone

Date of surgery 2/17/14 Starting weight 288 Surgery weight 259 Current weigh 233

That's what I would assume too, I'm just curious if anyone's dr or program specifically mentioned snacks.

So after my surgery, I was told I should stop drinking 5 minutes before eating and wait 45-60 minutes after eating before drinking. My question is does that include Snacks? So if I eat a string cheese for a snack, I must wait 45 mins to drink? I'm wondering what your surgeons/nutritionists have told you?

Interesting! I will definitely be trying that with the pepperoni. As far as pooping, I take a capsule of magnesium every night and that keeps me regular. My chiropractor recommended it to help relax my muscles and it helps relax all muscles, including your bowels lol sometimes I take up to 3 depending on how I feel that day.

Haha so true! My mom was telling me my boobs got smaller. I didn't realize it till I went bra shopping. Went from 42DDD to 38 DD!

Great job!!

3/31 240 4/7 233.4 Easter goal: 230 I may have to change my easter goal to 225!

Wow! Fascinating! Now u know if I searched for a massage therapist with that kind of knowledge or experience I'd never find one lol

I'm the same way! And I lose more on the days that I don't exercise...last week I only worked out hard for 1 day, lost 4 lbs. the 2 wks before that I worked out an hour a day 5 days a week and barely lose a lb a week. I'm guessing due to gaining muscle? But I think eating something fatty every now and then helps break the routine up.