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I am also 8 weeks out and energy is "0". Once I get off work, I am exhausted. I try to get some form of exercise done during the day because after I drive home, I can hardly do anything. If I don't have my starbucks, I won't make it during the day. I do need my levels checked as well. My appointment with my pcp is this month so I will find out. I am hearing that it takes a while and I understand that but it makes me feel guilty for sluggish workouts or no workouts. My weight loss has been great though 32 pounds. One day at a time...

what dobu use for your wraps? Not ingredients but wraps themselves. I use romaine but want a whole grain or spinach wrap.

I have ate bread a couple of times. As everyone said, when I was about 4-weeks post op, I tried it and felt aweful immediately. I waited 3 weeks later and yeah wait a couple weeks later. I'm 7 weeks out and I have tried a wheat roll. Tiny small bites wet with gravy or broth. I ate my vegs and Protein then little bites of moistened bread. Haven't tried toast maybe I will this weekend when I am at home in case there is trouble because I do want some toast. I agree with everyone if something does fit, try again later. Congrats, best of luck and keep us posted!

thanks for posting. I'm always happy to see men post. I showed a dear friend who is considering surgery. I'm 6 weeks post-op myself. I think seeing your progress pics & other men helped.

congratulations , you have done awesome work. Thanks for sharing, happy to see your progress

Thanks for sharing your pics. You are an inspiration to us all!

Congrats @@prissyerika, that is the best way to go. You are top priority. It will worry you less and less every day that goes by. I'm 5- 1/2 weeks post op and I notice the looks but I know I'm looking better and I'm feeling healthier so I laugh at people. So proud of you and keep up the GREAT work!

I agree with you, no more baggy clothes... you worked hard, you earned and you DESERVE it!!! So happy you did that for yourself, turned some heads also I am sure, lol!!!

Ok update. I am 5-weeks post op now... My first response back on May 5th, I was pre-op and I only planned for 2-weeks out after surgery. I have a desk job 75% of the day so I felt 2-weeks would be enough. Based on my PCP high recommendation, I took 4-weeks and BOY did I need it. At two weeks, I would NEVER had been ready to come back. Energy level was still low, still sore, new tummy was still uneasy and still on some pain meds plus starting all Vitamins requirments. Although I felt better than surgery week at 2-weeks post-op, I still needed that additional resting/adjusting time. Just something to think about. If all else, request more than 2 weeks and if you don't need it and feel up to going back after 2-weeks, go fo rit!

Wow, wow, wow!!!! That is amazing...

Yes, I am sitting here like WOW amazing... I know you will get there. This is NOT easy at all even with this tool so we understand.

@@innwtitdtity congrats and I think your weight loss is awesome. I also don't want to lose too fast and would rather go at a steady rate. I have been working out and weight training to keep my muscle tone and still noticing my close much looser. I am happy with my pace so far and so is my surgeon. Celebrate your anniversary, you have come so far!!

At pre-op, I only planned for 2-weeks out after surgery. I have a desk job 75% of the day so I felt 2-weeks would be enough. Based on my PCP high recommendation, I took 4-weeks and BOY did I need it. At two weeks, I would NEVER had been ready to come back. Energy level was still low, still sore, new tummy was still uneasy and still on some pain meds plus starting all Vitamins requirments. Although I felt better than surgery week at 2-weeks post-op, I still needed that additional resting/adjusting time. Just something to think about. If all else, request more than 2 weeks and if you don't need it and feel up to going back after 2-weeks, go fo rit!

Hi, just checking to see how you are. Let us know when you are up to it. Many Blessings to you!

Awesome work.. You look amazing & such an inspiration!!!