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I'm not a sleever but I'm definitely a Christian who believes that God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we could think or ask. I'm scheduled to have Bypass on May 27th and am so thankful that Jesus has kept me throughout this process. I know He'll be with me during surgery and after. I'm praying for your peace and strength through this process ????

@Aliyah14. Hi I'm definitely Christian & was sleeved in December. I've lost 100+ pounds and owe it all to Jesus! BTW, while folks may not make their religious preferences known...One can get a pretty good idea where someone is spiritually by the consistent tone of their posts and the negativity/chaos that follows. Be mindful & guarded as negativity is contagious. Peace & Blessings on your journey!

Just want to meet some people who are share the same faith as me and are going through the process or already have gotten their sleeves. Without Jesus idk where I would be today and I know he will bless my surgery to be complications free. My faith is in Christ.

I met with my Nutritionist today and he told us to drink 1-2 ounces every 15 minutes. Your Protein at the top of the hour and other liquids every 15 minutes during the 2 week post-op stage. Slow sips, do not guzzle.

Try GNC?

I can't take Vitamins early in the morning. Maybe try taking them before bed.

Hi Tiana, please don't listen to the above post. No one knows your situation except you! It's rude for people to try and tell you to do this on your own if you're seriously looking at surgery. I would recommend you wait to try and lose weight until after you see your surgeon and go from there.

What a sad story. I think I'll send up a little prayer that she doesn't give up and finds her way back to that pool or another more accommodating one and doesn't get discouraged about improving her health.

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I started walking 2 weeks after surgery. I started basic squats and lunges 5 weeks after. I started weights at about 8 weeks. Now I do Swallow Cliff in Palos Hills IL once a week. It's 125 stair up and I do them about 7x up and down. I continue to challenge myself, May 30th I'm doing a 5k.

I'm thankful for God for keeping me safe and never leaving my side. I'm also thankful for my surgeon and hospital staff. To me - saying thanks does not need to be mutually exclusive.

Dear God I am 8 days out and I wake up wanting to gnaw my arm off in hunger.

Hi @Brenew. I'm glad you broke your stall, but I suspect you just came to the end of your week-3 stall. I'm a little worried about your choices at the restaurant. My family and I go out to Mexican every couple of weeks. I skip the chips, eat some salsa with a spoon, order steak fajitas, skip the tortillas and rice, and I never have any room left for Beans.) I've never had a problem with that slowing down my weight loss. I'm afraid if you keep eating chips and enchiladas, next time they won't be so kind to you. So try to make the Protein choices and not the carb choices and you'll be fine. Good luck!

I was never treated poorly to my face at least prior to weight loss surgery. I was always told things like I was beautiful but I should lose weight. Duh. Well I'm now 5 months post op and 40lbs from my goal weight so I still have work to do and still see myself as very heavy. My husband tells me I'm skinny and I know I'm not so that aggravates me lol. But since the weather is getting nicer I've finally replaced my clothes and after a year of working losing weight ppl are really noticing. I've kept my surgery a secret due to I don't feel it's anyone's business. In the past week these are things I've heard "you lost a lot of weight" "how did you lose weight" "what's your secret" "are you on a crack head diet" "you didn't have wls did you? It's incredibly unhealthy for you". All of the above comments to me were rude. A simple you look good or great job would suffice. So I think some ppl are just rude either way. I just try ignoring them and enjoy things like wearing whatever fashionable clothes I want now since I no longer have to shop in the limited selection plus size departments.

I would like to say the following:
I too am struggling. I am 4 weeks out, have lost 12-13 lbs and am DOING EVERYTHING I HAVE BEEN TOLD.....TO THE LETTER. It is EXTREMELY frustrating, as this is about what could be expected with a 1200-1500 kcal diet, minus the surgery. i have overheard people who know i have had the surgery say "I thought the weight was supposed to come off fast at first." I cannot tell you how this makes me feel. Yes, i can actually.....like a failure AGAIN with regards to my weight.
So.....for those of you who feel the need to scold those of us in a different part of their journey and feeling worried, vulnerable and (i'm speaking for myself here)....somewhat of a failure.....Please refrain. We could use some words of gentle encouragement and support rather than a slap.
This is supposed to be supportive, is it not????

Well, getting ready to leave. I love how things just seem to work out. God's got this. Jer.29:11. Good luck to everyone on the new you side.

Another day on track!
Looking over food diary, I see some changes I can make.
No gym today. Busy selling houses!
Tomorrow my 3 mile walk!
Then walk for golf!
Keep it up, all!

Maybe God didn't want you to remember the old stats?

Don't drink soda, it's bad mmmkay!
Seriously soda or any "sparkling drinks" are not recommended to drink post-op. The carbonation will fill you sleeve and will take away room from valuable nutrition, also it could cause your sleeve to stretch. There will be some on here that still indulge in them but as a rule you should stay away from carbonation for at least a year if not more.

It's amazing how the sleeve has changed my life!!! A year ago, I was 100 pounds heavier and was completely out of breath when climing a flight of stairs. I had my surgery 7 months ago and a week from Sunday I will be competing in my first triathlon (1/2 mile ocean swim, 13 mile bike ride and a 5K). Becoming a triathlete has been something I've aspired to do for about the past 5 years....but something that seemed so unattainable because I had such a hard time losing the weight and because I was so worried about what other people thought of me.
I'm super excited but anxious and nervous at the same time!! I just want to let everyone know that you CAN do anything you set your heart and mind to do!!! And for those of you that are just starting out on this journey....don't be afraid to jump!!! I have spent way too much of my life standing on the sidelines because of fear.
My sleeve surgery has never really been about the number on the scale....of course I still weigh myself more than I probably should and of course I'd still like to lose about 60 more pounds but if I didn't I would still be happy because I AM HAPPY. I'm happy not because of how much weight I've lost or what size clothing I wear, but because I'm living my life the way I've always envisioned it!!! YAY me!!!

@@jinxxy5
calling 1461, 1461 - are you out there?
oh there you are !!
i had a hard time seeing you
wonderful pics
hope you are not getting tired of hearing this...........
you do look amazing, beautiful, wonderful etc
what a transformation
going for the gold with all your races
now you are an official marathon runner!!!!
keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life
i know you will
kathy
congrats

Hey all! I haven't posted since the very early days out...I was sleeved on 10/2/13 at 273 pounds. I reached goal in 9.5 months which was 159 pounds which would put me at a normal bmi. At about 8 months post op I started running. That was a game changer! I have since completed a triathlon, a 5k, 2 10ks, 4 half marathons, and on January 25th, 2015 I became a marathoner! I went on to lose and additional 20 pounds and I've been maintaining 20 pounds below goal ever since. From a size 22/24 to a size 2/4. I eat clean and train hard! I am really living my best life now!

I do lettuce wraps. Less carbs and natural Fiber.

You are correct YOU CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST who strenthens you. Congratulations on making the choice to take better care of yourself. You will get lots of love and support through this group. I had the bi-pass done October 1st and I am down 120 pounds. Feeling so much better. Keep loving yourself through this process and let us help you on your journey. Best Wishes

So I kind of get a better understanding. Apparently I suck with pain as well! Im trying. Its effin hard tho. However, im only 4 days post op. I can't wait to feel normal again. Congratulations on looking great. Keep me updated please. I need the motivation.

Started at 265. Sleeved at 254. Hit my goal of 154 after 7 1/2 months. And at 9 months post-op, I just hit my stretch goal of 148 this morning. My only remaining weight-loss goal now is to "touch" 145. Don't need to stay there, but 120 pounds down is a nice round number. And then comes the biggest (and hardest) goal of all..... Remain below 150 – forever! Can I do it? I definitely know how to lose the weight, the question is, do I know how to keep it off? That remains to be seen, but I've developed some strategies that seem to be working so far. I have to say, though, that aside from the first two weeks after surgery, this entire journey has been a blast! I've loved watching the scale go down and achieving each milestone, loved how I look and feel, loved fitting into nice clothes, loved all the compliments, even loved the exercise, and especially loved that diabetes, apnea, asthma, cholesterol, blood pressure, and achy joints are no longer factors in my life. And how'd I do it? Simply by following the rules of my program to a tee. And that's my biggest recommendation for others on this path. The rules are there for a reason – follow them! I appreciate all of the support and encouragement from this Forum and others, and wish all of you nothing but success in your journey to good health!!! If you have any questions about my program, send me a message and I'll try to give you a thoughtful answer.
-Rog-