The New Kel

I have a funny story (well, funny NOW) about boots. In 2007, I went to Italy. This was way before surgery and weight loss. And what did I want? A pair of hot Italian boots, of course! We were in Rome and I drug my poor friends all over Rome in search of a pair of boots that would actually go over my calves. By the 10th store, seemingly miles of wandering, and many eye rolls from store sales people, I finally found ONE damn pair of boots which were really cute and had a bit of stretch quality to them. They were still snug on me but I was determined! I wore them throughout Italy despite that fact I was getting blisters and sore from the snug fit! I had to write that to give you a glimpse into the future. I can now wear any style of boots and the calves are either perfect or too big! I even wear boots with heels! Edited to add: I still have my Rome boots. They were made remarkably well so I cant part with them!

I was in a size 20-22 pants on day of surgery, (220lbs), size 1x tops. Now, at 135lbs I wear a size 6 -8, ( depends on the brand) in pants and slacks, (size 4 in Old Navy Jeans). I wear a small in tops and sweaters. Belts: I fond this to be the most amazing regarding my size shrinkage- I went from not being able to find a belt that fits, to now getting small ones, 28 inches. Blows my mind. Shoes: was a 9.5 wide, now a 9 regular. Ring sizes shrank from 9.5 to 8. Hmmmm, I guess I better ask my husband for a new ring for xmas

You go it!

You've been added, nice to have you join!

I'm with ya! I will be HAPPY of I can just maintain over the holidays. Soooo much temptation! Nice to have you join in.

Welcome! Sounds like 2018 is going to be a wonderfully transitional year for you, congratulations on the beginning of your journey! Glad you found the forum. I have found lots and lots of support and answers here. As for friends and family, you will find out who the true ones who really care for you are. Those are the ones who won't judege but will support and encourage you.

Good question! I love lounging in the mornings and don't really like having to get up and workout, so I usually take a walk or run after work. However, I ran my first 5k a few weeks ago and the start time was 7am. After the run I felt amazing, energized and great all day. and I said to myself "I am going to get up early from now on to run!" Yeah, well.....that really hasn't happened. So I guess the answer is any time of day is better than nothing! Whatever makes you feel best. :-)

Congratulations! Welcome to the "losers bench"! I hope your surgery and healing goes well. Best shakes in my opinion are Premier chocolate. (must be really cold for me!). I'm not one to comment on vitamins because I don't have any brand that I like more than others. And I don't drink protien water. I tried ISOpure and hated it! Anyway, good luck in your journey and welcome to this forum!!

Great! You are welcome to join! Is 178.6 your stating or goal weight? (I need both) thanks! TNK

I created a new post (in this forum) titled HOLIDAY CHALLENGE- SPREADSHEET, and put the spreadsheet there for everyone's access. You can post your weekly weigh- ins here, or on that thread. (I will check both!) TNK

I couldn't add this to my original post, so I'm posting it here. You can come to this post every week to see the updates! Holiday Challenge Spreadsheet https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zMNphV_evJl4pfjPPYpqPejO6-k1--EgMQjeWvDcr_I/edit?usp=sharing LET'S HAVE FUN EVERYONE!! GOOD LUCK!! @Ainz, @Alcn1derlnd @Alice PRI @Allisonv17 @Atlseeker @Berry78 @Blackrosevamp @Candygyrl @Dashofpixiedust8 @Dixonpratt @Dreamingsmall @DropWt4Life @Flippista @FlyFatA$$Fly @Gillianhood31 @GotProlactinoma @HiltonHead2010 @Jenn1 @KarenKaligaris @Katieroybal @Kerryg30 @Lindabalseca @LinzLou22 @Mamamc32 @Minksi @MissT_SR @Mustangmissy @Mylighthouse @Naturallyzee @Nevermind @Nina0891 @Redo2017 @Road2Newme3 @RockDaisy @Samantha814 @Sherry Rice @Siddarhi @SouthernBella @The New Kel @Thunderbritt @Tina Meinkowski @Tjs @Xbadwlfbb @Yuneli30

Great! You've been added!

Let's try this! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zMNphV_evJl4pfjPPYpqPejO6-k1--EgMQjeWvDcr_I/edit?usp=sharing

Hmm. Let me go check the settings! Can you view this now? https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zMNphV_evJl4pfjPPYpqPejO6-k1--EgMQjeWvDcr_I/edit?usp=sharing

Good Morning!! I have the Spreadsheet ready, but I am trying to figure out how to edit my original post to put the spreadsheet there so you don't have to find this post to view it. If it is too late to edit and add spreadsheet, I will post the spreadsheet here. Stay tuned! In the meantime, I have updated everyone's weight who posted today to reflect the starting weight- today! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zMNphV_evJl4pfjPPYpqPejO6-k1--EgMQjeWvDcr_I/edit#gid=0

Hi all! The official challenge begins tomorrow! I'll post in the morning with the spreadsheet and everyone's stats who have posted them here. [emoji846]

It's great to see everyone participating! I am trying to figure out how to edit my original post to add the link to the spreadsheet. Stay tuned, I'll get there somehow!

Great to have you join in., Its fun and a great way to stay focused!

I think it is realistic! You got this

Wow!!! You look great!! And your haircut is adorable as wel!! Congrats! :-)

Congratulations @msw! My 1 year was Oct 3rd. Hit goal around late August and feel terrific! Seriously a new life being lives here. I have been running and training for 5k races and someday, a 10k. After a year, I have learned how to manage my body when it comes to what I eat versus my activity, and have found that I actually have the controls in hand. I am maintaining my goal but will try to get more fit and toned, perhaps losing 5 more lbs but I'm really happy as I am! Hope you are are well!!

Hi @MissT_SR, The goal is totally up to you however since you are very fresh off of surgery, be kind to yourself and know that the first month or so can be really weird and unpredictable due to stalls, healing, fatigue, etc. So, my advice would to post a goal that is not too high but reasonable. Its truly up to you but perhaps 10-12 lbs? Some people lose very little the first month and I have heard of others losing 30 lbs in 2 months!! So, focus on healing and making your body comfortable. Congratulations on your surgery and glad to have you in the challenge!

Haha...I love it!

@Mariel0718 Congratulations and best wishes for a speedy recovery! You posted your overall goal (150) but do you have an 8 week goal for this challenge? You will just be healing so obviously your rest and recovery comes first.

Goal: 131 Currently: 135