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LisaMergs

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  2. Posted

    I'm seven months out and doing a 15 k in the morning. Signed up originally for the 5k but I run 10-12 miles at a time and wanted to push it. Some days I'll do the 12miles in the am and do another 5 later on.

    Hoping to finish, but just doing it will be enough for now. Had a tummy bug earlier today kind of freaked me out, but now I'm wondering if it wasn't nerves. I have the most amazing person giving me the moral support I need, which helps tons.

    As for right after surgery? Was walking a ton by 1 week, at the gym by 2 weeks, weights at 4 weeks and have not looked back since.

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  6. Posted

    Ugh. stretch marks, wrinkles, saggy skin.... All part and parcel of the weight gain and surgery.

    Mederma, bio corneum, melaquin, hydroquinone, ammonium lactate.... There are a zillion out there.

    Stretch marks fade... As do the angry scars from the surgery. But we feel like we need to DO something, so let us do just that.

    And? As women, so much of this world is tied up in our appearance---think of the sheer volume of makeup products and anti wrinkle creams out there--- and you'll get it. Not saying it is right, but there it is.

    For me? I'll fight aging tooth and nail, and what ever little benefit I see in 30 years, well, I'll take it.

    For the saggy tummy skin and boobs---that's what plastics are for.

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  7. Posted

    You're best bet, by far, is to add a half scoop of unflavored whey Protein isolate to a scoop of flavored whey Protein isolate

    Keep away from protein blends. You don't know what % of what kind of protein you're getting with those.

    I don't care what anyone here says, based upon MY BODY, MY RESEARCH and MY RESULTS, ones like Premier Protein are not good enough. You'll be getting a crap- ton of protein, yes, but what kind? In what proportions???

    Treat your body like a temple...

    And know what you're feeding it to get the most from your surgery and your tool...give it the best.

    As for protein shots- most brands are actually made from an indigestible (unusable!!!) form of protein.

    Adding one scoop of flavored gives you- for instance- 24g, adding 1/2 scoop of powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury unflavored bumps you another 11, to a total of 35g of good protein.

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  9. Posted

    My husband switched jobs over the summer. I always check to see what ins coverage a new company has before he accepts an offer.

    This time, we were screwed big time. The ins company was fine, a PPO, but the monthly contribution from his paycheck is $1400 a month for a family. And he works for an insurance company!!!! wtf????

    His last position, we were paying $550 a month. This one is more than our mortgage.

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    Wow, that's almost the exact scenario I had when I switched jobs about a year ago. I was at $550/mo and went to $1250/mo. I will say that my new PPO is absolutely top notch though - my RNY surgery this year cost me a total of $20.

    I could have gotten essentially the same $550/mo plan I used to have for $1050/mo, but went with the $1250/mo because it was so much better. My surgery alone would have cost me close to $8000 with the $1050/mo plan, so it was worth the extra premiums this year, and frankly, most years.

    My family spends a lot on medical care. For me, it's better to pay a higher monthly premium and know that I'm fully covered than get a lower monthly premium and end up with a high deductible and a much bigger share of the cost.

    Don't get me wrong, I was not delighted to pay an extra $8,400 a year, but that came with zero deductible and no cost sharing (other than standard $20 co pays).

    Must be a Sparty thing.

    But for us, this ins is actually worse than the PPO BCBS il we had. Higher deductible, out of pocket, no pretax reimbursement on co-pays, tons of crap not covered.

    Looking into other options now.

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  10. Posted

    My husband switched jobs over the summer. I always check to see what ins coverage a new company has before he accepts an offer.

    This time, we were screwed big time. The ins company was fine, a PPO, but the monthly contribution from his paycheck is $1400 a month for a family. And he works for an insurance company!!!! wtf????

    His last position, we were paying $550 a month. This one is more than our mortgage.

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  15. Posted

    In the quote of one of my many weight loss leaders: NOTHING TASTE AS GOOD AS BEING HEALTHY AND SKINNY!! At that time I just poo pooed her, I never understood it because I had tried so many times to get there and failed!! Now I also wear a size 6 to 8 jeans and blouse a size 6 undies etc!! She was so very right!! Nothing feels like buying smaller clothes and being able to buy off a normal size rack of clothes!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

    Soooooo. Damn. True.

    Thanks!!!

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  17. Posted

    Steak. Ground beef. Pork loin roast. Sometimes hard cooked eggs. Soft boiled are fine though.

    Miss steak. Sooooooook much. None work. Yet. 7 mos po RNY.

    chicken definitely dark meat is fine. White is iffy.

    Did I mention I miss steak????

    Anything else, if I can't tolerate it, pretty much don't care. Just the steak. Did I mention that!!???? Lmao

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  18. Posted

    Very normal. You really haven't had food lately have you?!

    Don't get crazy with the stool softeners yet. Between the anesthesia slowing your bowels and your (lack) of food, not much happening to get it to move.

    If you find yourself uncomfortable, constipated pain, take a softener, like Surfac or Miralax. Peri -colace and colace are often recommended by surgeons, too.

    They should have given you PO info about this..

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  19. Posted

    A lot has to do with economics...

    What can you afford to do?!

    I found I skipped sizes..like I went from 18-12 boom. Not much in between. I managed to live in the 18's for a while, but since exercise was my main focus, I did spend money on yoga pants and jogging pants that fit regularly.

    I also purchased some really cute skirts -not cheap- with fabric that had some stretch-- and would go down with me. It was certainly worth it to have 4 or 5 skirts to wear that were pretty, flattering, and fit well.

    I'm not a second hand clothing shopper, but others are and have done well.

    I would suggest purchasing some cute tops you can pair with a couple pairs of different pants, and don't be afraid to try a size or two lower than you think fits. How you shed weight now may be different than in the past. For me, weight gain was always in my legs when I was younger if I put on 10 pounds or so and always the last to go. This time, it was really pretty evenly spread, but the legs went faster.

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  21. Posted

    I forgot to post this the other day..

    Went shopping with my younger step sister and was trying on clothing... The jeans that I had just bought there a month ago were a bit loose, so I scooped up the same ones in a lower size ...yep. Size 8. Hello.

    SINGLE DIGIT JEANS!!!!!!!!!!

    Already wearing smalls in most dresses and tops, but THIS was a big one!!! Could likely go to 6 when these last pounds come off around my waist... 4's after a tummy tuck....Hot damn!

    NSV on steroids.

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  23. Posted

    Sorry for posting late, but you can do this.

    I was so weak and far behind my expectations when I returned to activity that I thought I would never get there.

    I am now almost where I was years ago with my endurance and performance, and have set goal for a 63 mile bike race early next year to take it to the next level. This way I stay motivated to keep training thru the LOOOOOOOOOOOOG winter months.

    Keep moving and enjoy the journey

    THAT is an amazing target to shoot for!!!!

    I'm feeling better about it... Many thanks to you and the others who've posted.

    Good Luck! Let Us know how you did - I have my second 5K in 2 weeks and then a 5 mile at thanksgiving in Austin with my nieces and I am still worried - I can't imagine doing a 15 K!!

    You are a great inspiration - I am also at 7 months and 15 from goal - i would NEVER have thought i would run a 5k or even5 minutes -

    gooooooooo us!

    Wow...to be an inspiration ...seriously, who would have thunk that 7 months ago???!!!

    I'm certainly going to update you all!!! Planning on dragging my smaller arse across that finish line one way or another-

    On my own feet, my hands an knees, a gurney or a body bag!

    Good luck to you as well!!!

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  24. Posted

    Howdy folks.

    A year has passed and I'm grateful as can be for this surgery.

    So grateful !!!!!!

    Went to the doctor today for followup blood work and checkup.

    All is well....my prior high blood pressure was normal.....and I'm no meds for it.

    Good stuff.

    You've done very well, indeed.

    Kudos @@Dub

    The rest, as they say, is a proverbial "cake walk" lol (Heaven Forbid!!!)

    You've been an inspiration to many with your great attitude and determination, myself included.

    Keep wearing those shades!!! Your future is now long and bright☀️☀️☀️ !!!

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  25. Posted

    Nope. I've bought it and eaten it. Couple of teaspoons per serving was all.

    Couldn't finish the pint for two reasons:

    My tummy does not like cold/frozen

    My kids devoured it before I could try again

    But- it does have low sugar and increased proton. Not a bad choice for a treat.

    I waited until WELL into my full food general diet to try it though. Flavor was good.

    Just don't mistake Ben and Jerry for Halo...lol

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