Dave Butler

I am not even going to look at the BMI. If I feel good, can do anything a healthy 61yo man can do and have a diet and exercise plan I can live with to Hell with the numbers

I had my surgery about 10 months ago at age 60. Lost 146 pounds from my highest weight. Was at a party last night and caught a glimpse of my full reflection and thought, maybe for the first time ever, 'damn I look good". My motivation was health not looks but damn I am looking good.

I think it would be abnormal to not be nervous. It is a very major decision. I had plenty of doubt myself but now am glad I got past it.

Can you find an interesting place to walk? I find that changes of scenery and using a pedometer, such as FitBit or Garmin, help make it more interesting. I also remind myself that every step brings me closer to my goal.

I agree with dhrguru. If you haven't had a recent blood workup ask your surgeon or PCP to order one.

Don't forget calcium!

And make sure you get your liquids!

I am three months out and still supplement my food with protein. I make sure to have a lot of variety. Chocolate and vanilla whey powder and Silk (or coconut milk) with a couple frozen strawberries blended in. Pro-ti has a nice variety of drinks, not shakes, such as lemonade, strawberry and kiwi, and orange as well as very tasty low sugar bars. Unjury is good but I burned out in them by week 4. I find the key is to have a variety ready, including shakes, drinks, and bars as well as boiled eggs, precooked grilled chicken and jerky. I get my 60mg+ every day and have lost 90 pounds since surgery.

Rhode Island

Early on I think the rapid expansion of your pouch could jeopardize healing around the staples

I am 60 and had bypass 3 months ago exactly. Lost 75 pounds and feeling MUCH better. Actually down 105 pounds since I lost 30 prior to surgery. Can't wait to see what my new life looks like

60yo and had surgery 3 months ago. Lost 75 pounds so far. Looking forward to enjoying life more than ever!