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I was just sleeved on May 20th and I have over 200 pounds to loose. I'm telling myself that I can do it and I'll give it all I got.

Hello, I too have 200 to lose.
Ideally, I would get to 180 but talking to my doc and nut I would be happy at any number under 200. I am 5' 11''.
The way my nut has talked me through this so far makes sense. You have this magic window of about six months where your body is confused and focused on healing. In the first 6 months, you are a furnace because all your intake is being used to heal your stomach. So take advantage of it, follow the plan.
Eat what you should, stay around 600 calories (it isnt that bad, really) and then you know you are giving yourself the best possible start to this process. And you wont kick yourself wondering if only I hadn't had that grilled cheese or beer...I would be 30lbs less.
I have clearance right now to only walk, I am hoping that next appointment in Oct it will be for more.
Just remember you can do this. There are people who have successfully lost double what we have to lose.
Good luck on your journey!

105 pound loss 7 months

I was just sleeved on May 20th and I have over 200 pounds to loose. I'm telling myself that I can do it and I'll give it all I got.

March 21, 2012
Today...
I love my sleeve! Best thing ever. Just wanted to post some pics to help the new sleeves see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

We just returned from a two week road trip to a family reunion in California. All of the family we saw have never seen me at this weight. The last time they saw me I was pushing 350 lbs. At the reunion I was 190 lbs and participated in every activity and most importantly, was in every picture taken. I am getting the pics printed off today and I am so proud of the way I look and how my mind, attitude and body have been completely transformed by this surgery! Don't put it off another minute!
Here is my family and myself at the incredibly windy Point Lobos State Reserve in Carmel, CA.

So I went to the doctor yesterday and he took me off my diabetic meds and one of my blood pressure meds! I'm so excited!

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

GREAT job! You look amazing!!
Thanks for sharing!

I was 9 months post op as of June 14th. I have lost 134 pounds since the day of surgery. Pics are from day of surgery and this morning.
I still want to lose another 82 pounds or so..but am so ahppy with my results so far. Weight loss has slowed down a lot, but its still coming off.. I am very dedicated to following and tracking my food... I stay within 800-1000 cals a day, at least 60-80 grams of Protein and try to stay under 40 carbs. If i do my work outs which consist of boxing/kickboxing classes at a boxing gym then I up the calories and protein..
I take lots of walks with my husband and dog, the more I lose the more active I become.
I hope this helps people who start out with a large amount to lose like myself and are unsure if this can work for them. It can work for you if you use it as a tool to help you. It comes with hard work and will power, but it can be done...
I can't say it enough, but I LOVE my sleeve and the new outlook I have on life

My response would probably have been something along the lines of, "Wow, thanks--and you're really cute for a total jackass." I'm so glad you set him straight, and your friend needs a thwap on the forehead, too.
Hopefully he learned something from the experience!

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

Hot for a fat girl?!? No. You are hot. period. He was rude and I would have felt the same way that you did.

I feel like I'm always drinking, waiting to drink, taking Vitamins, eating, waiting to eat, then starting all over again! This is a full-time job.

Finally passed my stall and 3 more pounds down. Thanks everyone for the support!!!

Surgery 3/28. 11.5 wks out.
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starting wt 206, cw 163. I am very active now most days, and feel wonderful! Approx 51 more # to goal.