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I'm excited and a little scared... Probably the normal combo:). The all day class was fine... We went over the meds and Vitamins, talked about the surgery day and post op process, then had a short physical. Mine was super fast, I only take 2 meds- one for thyroid and one for Migraines, went over those and my medical history and I was out in about 5 minutes.
I was done with everything before 1230

I started at 401.5 and now am at 314... Almost no one has said anything about my weight loss. I don't see it much other than in the way my clothes fit... I've always been a skinny jeans and fitted tops kinda girl and I've noticed my clothes aren't hugging me as tightly as I like. Finally went shopping and realized I went down 3 sizes for the same fit. I try to not focus on the way I look and, instead, on the way I feel. I don't get as winded when I climb stairs and exercise, my back isn't hurting like it used to, I have more energy, etc. the rest will come.

I have PCOS and hypothyroidism, been researching VSG for about 3 years and finally got ready to take the plunge. already on the low carb, high Protein diet (eating Protein first) and swimming/weights 3+ times a week for at least 1.5 hours. This is not something that all of us just jump into...

congrats!!!!!

there are soooooooooo many posts on this exact subject. truth is, it varies person to person. I was back at school for 12 hours 5 days after surgery, shopping 3 days and at work on my 7th day. Other people took more than a month off... it really just depends on your personal rate of recovery, how well you tolerate fluids and your activity level.

prozac can cause weight gain, but the majority of gain usually happens in the first few months and it generally is around 10 lbs total throughout the course of treatment. it shouldn't keep you from losing with this surgery, however. If you are concerned about the meds and your doc is open to it, you could talk to them about switching to a non-SSRI, like wellbutrin/bupropion. people tend to lose weight on it and it has less libidinal side effects. if you have ever had anxiety or manic symptoms, however, it is not a good idea to switch to this med.

I had really bad reflux, but no problems since sleeve surgery 4 months ago

I wanna join:). Current weight is 288, goal is 273. Exercise goal is 4 hours.

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone... Exercise hasn't always matched goal, but hit my weight goal of 290:)

I might...

i have PCOS, too. Have nexplanon implant and it's the best!!! PCOS patients do best with hormone based birth control, and this is my favorite type... have tried variations of the pill, provera 10 day pills, and IUD. This is best by far for me.

Birthday week + period . The laziness is real... Weighed in at 294.6 and only 2 hours of exercise. Is ok... I'm raring up to go and get it!!!

Guess what guys..I FINALLY BROKE through my 5 week long stall and reached 205 this morning! That's 65 lbs in total (if you include the 20 I lost with my LapBand before revision!) im still going to go for liquids for a few days as a cleanse but just thought I'd let everyone know! Yay!! And PS you are all doing great!!!!!

I'm still in... though i didn't quite meet my 4 hour goal. Got in 3 hours At the same time, I did come out of my stall and weighed in at 300.8 this am. Almost 101 lb loss since orientation - first week of August.

Great job, your weight loss is really coming along!!

Late to the check in:(. I did 3 hours last week and missed goal by 1. Weighed in at 375.4.
295.4... Mistype:)

My favorite thing is to add a drop of vanilla, 1/2 a Splenda and some diced strawberries or some blueberries. Tastes like cheesecake if you close ur eyes:)

im a therapist and doctorate student. Was at work a week after surgery. I walk a lot, work in a clinic and have to get clients from lobby downstairs and take to rooms, in addition to going to get files/paperwork, etc. I was fine. Just walked a little slower than usual.

ohhhhh spa day! I didn't even think about that...

I'm having a "pool party" with my family (grandsons especially) .--complete with mini birthday cupcakes and Protein shakes.

I haven't planned a birthday celebration for myself in a long time, but the first thing that occurred to me was a spa day!
You could do a spa with massages, etc. or even just mani/pedis at home depending on your budget. Even if it's co-Ed you might be able to come up with options that everyone will like.

just sent a request:)

I have been struggling with planning my birthday next week. In the past, I have celebrated with some combo of bars (especially karaoke bars) and fancy restaurants. I've lost 101 lbs and am thinking that deviating from my program after losing so much (and still having so much to lose) is probably a terrible idea. I'm wondering what others have done to Celebrate their birthdays...

i have a fitbit flex, but my steps are super low. I spend hours at a time sitting (seeing clients, reading journal articles, 4 hour daily commute, etc). I used to get in only about 2k a day... my current goal is 5k.

Even when i had a day of Constipation when I thought i might cut someone if I didn't poop (day 5), i haven't regretted this process or my decision t undergo it.