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AshleyMidwife reacted to playlikeworldchamps in Tall Women, Tell Me Your Story!
I am 5'10" and my highest weight was 315. I am 20 months out and maintaining in the upper 170s now and I think that is where I'll try to stay. Ideally I'd like to get to 173 to have a normal BMI but my body FAT is now 24% and for women my age it is supposed to be 19-28%. So I really do not need to lose anymore. I am 49 and when I turn 50 I think the body fat % recommended is 22-31% or something like that. As you get older you can have a higher percent. So I recommend getting body fat percentage done at your gym before going to too low a weight. You don't want to lose lean tissue. At defeats the purpose of getting healthly. At my last gym checkup I felt bummed at first because I only lost 2 pounds in 4 months. But I actually gained 2 in muscle so that means I lost 4 fat! So don't be ruled by the scale or a BMI chart. Go by clothes size and muscle! Attached are some side by side before and afters. I am now a size 12 jeans (I have some 10s and even 8 in work suit pants) I wear a L or even a M on top.
My doctor never specifies a goal. It's upto the patient. The BMI is an average over a large population. Not really meant for individuals but for statistical purposes. Use body fat percent instead.
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AshleyMidwife reacted to Kramer17 in I Want To See Before & After Pics! (Cont'd)
Before pic is me at 280. Surgery was 7/23/14. Took the after picture a few weeks ago at 220. I am now at 213
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from ProudGrammy in 1 year surgiversary!
thanks everyone! Here's a pic. Began a new tradition this year and we cut down our own tree!
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AshleyMidwife reacted to nolongerhere in I Want To See Before & After Pics! (Cont'd)
This thread is AMAZING!! Ever since I joined this forum I've been slowly going through this entire thread, yes, all 52 pages, finally finished last night, and I just want to say you are all SO inspirational, and thank you for sharing your journeys and pics. It means a lot to someone who is just starting out...
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AshleyMidwife reacted to Kindle in I Want To See Before & After Pics! (Cont'd)
I've posted on this thread before, but here is my FINAL before and after. Been maintaining at this weight for 3 months so I assume I'm done. And I couldn't be happier!
Before... December 4, 2013 the day I started my preop diet
After...December 4, 2014 100 pounds down
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AshleyMidwife reacted to TEXASLADY52 in 1 year surgiversary!
So happy for you! Wishing you all the happiness in the world!
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AshleyMidwife reacted to mrslb5 in 1 year surgiversary!
Congrats you've got it onderland here you come!
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AshleyMidwife reacted to ProudGrammy in 1 year surgiversary!
@@AshleyMidwife
one year surgiversary!!!
94 lbs down
party dance, party dance
you will be a beautiful bride next year
have a sliver of cake
you deserve it!!!
you have my address, right??
kathy
congrats
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AshleyMidwife reacted to bellabill in 1 year surgiversary!
Congratulations!! Wish you many years of happiness!!!
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AshleyMidwife reacted to CowgirlJane in 1 year surgiversary!
Congratulations! What an accomplishment!
Best advice ever on my one year anniversary was to remember that year two is just as important as year one....keeping up the good habits.
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AshleyMidwife reacted to emsgirl114 in 1 year surgiversary!
203 looks amazing on you. You look so healthy and happy. Congrats!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from Babbs in 1 year surgiversary!
I am 1 year and 1 day out from my surgery! Gastric sleeve has been my saving grace. After struggling my whole life with diets and weight problems (almost all related to over eating) I have gotten myself now to an acceptable weight and much healthier state! I have lost 94lbs total now and am not quite to goal. I would like to be under 200lbs and after that I'll be satisfied with wherever I settle after that. I am getting married next year and am so excited to feel good about myself, ESP for that day. This was the best decision I've ever made.
Ht: 5'10"
HW: 297
SW: 287
CW: 203
Goal: to be under 200! So close!
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AshleyMidwife got a reaction from crosaga7 in I Want To See Before & After Pics! (Cont'd)
86 lbs down in 9 months!
HW 297
SW 287
CW 211
DOS 12/9/13
Goal: to be under 200.... 11 lbs to go!
Best decision I ever made
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AshleyMidwife reacted to SummerWheelerchic in I Want To See Before & After Pics! (Cont'd)
Congrats to all of you. It is so great to see the pics and hear your stories! It helps to keep me motivated and stay on this new journey that I'm on.
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AshleyMidwife reacted to Missjaqui in Tall Women, Tell Me Your Story!
I am 5'11 and am currently 191. I am currently trying to get down to 175 in order to get a body lift and breast augmentation in February. I had weight loss surgery nearly 3 years ago and am absolutely so glad that I did and I recommend to people to do it as long as they are in the right head space about it. When I tell people my weight they always tell me I do not look like I am that weight, and people who knew and saw me before the weight loss said I never looked that I weighed 300. I tend to attribute that to being so tall, I have always been told that tall people carry weight better. Nearly 3 years out and the only place I have a problem with extra skin is the stomach area, but as the plastic surgeon told me because I am so tall with a long torso it makes for a better lift canvas (as he put it).