healthiswealth

SW: 249
CW: 198

me and my son 1 year after my sleeve

Today is my surgery anniversary. So glad I made this decision for myself!

I still have a LOOOONG way to go but im thrilled with the difference 33lbs and a haircut makes. I'm a happy girl

I just took my before pictures. Start my liquid diet tomorrow. I knew I was big but not that big. Can't wait to do this!!!

I was sleeved February 18th. HW 254, SW 242, CW 218. I'm 5'9 and 42 years old. I've walked 5 to 6 times a week making my way from a mile to three miles now. I walk the 3 miles in an hour. I'm now losing at a rate of 2 lb per week. I've lost a total of 72 inches (I measure EVERYWHERE). I can bend over and pick up something in my car floor board now. Those types of NSV'S are what I enjoy most. I've also gone from a size 22 to an 18.

I've never posted pictures on here before. My co workers found an old picture of me yesterday and wanted to take a picture to compare. We were all amazed at the results. It was very emotional for me. Down about 90 lbs in 6 months. Never been happier!

I want to see how everyone is doing and see if you were having the progress you were hoping for. What kind of ups and downs, scale and n on-sale victories, typical meals, exercise and overall sense of well-being.
As for myself...SW 254, DOS 242, CW 221. I walk an hour 5 days a week, consume 650 to 800 calories a day, and have lost 65 inches combined in 17 total measurements. The jeans I couldn't hardly button and muffin topped finally fit like they should (a little loose in parts). I'm noticing and friends and family are noticing. I'm so glad I was able to have the surgery. Please share your progress!

I want to see how everyone is doing and see if you were having the progress you were hoping for. What kind of ups and downs, scale and n on-sale victories, typical meals, exercise and overall sense of well-being.
As for myself...SW 254, DOS 242, CW 221. I walk an hour 5 days a week, consume 650 to 800 calories a day, and have lost 65 inches combined in 17 total measurements. The jeans I couldn't hardly button and muffin topped finally fit like they should (a little loose in parts). I'm noticing and friends and family are noticing. I'm so glad I was able to have the surgery. Please share your progress!

I've seen lot of 5 month+ success stories, so I want to share my 60 day success story for those of you who are recent sleevers like me.
I'm down 76 lbs (currently 284 from 360). Before the operation, I was borderline diabetic and borderline high blood pressure. In fact, a couple of times my doctor told me I should start getting on blood pressure meds. To top it off, I had severe heel spurs and my knees hurt all of the time. I felt like eating was a chore, because I was always hunger and always stuffing my face. Well in early November, my wife got pregnant with our first child and I decided it was time for a change. So I opted for the sleeve.
I love my new stomach. I really don't crave anything unless I'm thirsty. I haven't had a soda since the operation and no breads. I can enjoy the foods I like, but in small portions (except for anything with bread).
I have so much more energy than I have had in years. My knees don't hurt as much (They still do from time to time, but it is minimal compared to what I went through before. Not to mention, I haven't met my goal yet.) I have zero issues with my heel spurs. My blood pressure is now 116/70 and my blood sugar is in the 70's. I am biking again and I am never depressed anymore. To top it off, its so much more easier to lose the weight and like I said I'm never hungry.
This is where I'm at now.

T

Before 289 after 150
Surgery 8/25/2014
Good luck on your journey!!

5'6" SW 271 CW 135 
Tight 18W to 2/4. I am 45. I exercise a lot (yoga 3x week plus training for a marathon). Overweight since childhood. Obese most of my adult life (was not athletic before).

THose are before pics. SW was 295 size 22/24/26 depending on the clothes and I am 5'10.



These are from this month at 6 months out and I am down 86lbs in a 14/16 pant and L/XL shirt depending on the store and style.
Hope this helps!

Yesterday I was able to wear my seatbelt while wearing my winter coat!!!! Also, I was able to go shopping without sweating and running out of breath!!!

3 months post op surgery was 11-20-14
50lb lost
The sleeve changed my life completely I am beyond happy ! Everyone is looking great !

3 months post op surgery was 11-20-14
50lb lost
The sleeve changed my life completely I am beyond happy ! Everyone is looking great !