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Oh KathyLynn160....see what you started!? [emoji23] [emoji23][emoji23]

Go figure!? I'm going to be that 16%!!! [emoji4]

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I'm ranting and raving that there are too many encouraging people here!!! Bahahahajajaja! I say this in the utmost sarcasm, of course. So....please, if you can't take an encouraging post as an encouragement or even as constructive criticism, which is encouraging, then just don't reply to a post. save us all from having to read your arguments. Thanks!!!!

This is what I'm thinking about.....no more fad and yo-yo dieting!!! That's what got us where we are/were in the first place right? It's a TOTAL lifestyle change.

UP and down on the weight, sounds more like Water. Try watching your salt intake. There are other factors for fluctuating weight, like stress & bloating (usually due to high fat/salt food/drinks). If I were you, I'd probably take a water pill the day before my last weigh in and take so milk of magnesia to clean out my system. LOL Just to be on the safe side. My insurance doesn't require a weight loss either, and I'm doing my best not to gain as well. So I understand what you are going through. I have a feeling I might be a few pounds heavier at my next appt only because I'm weight training. I usually gain (due to muscle) before I start losing--but l always lose inches --which in my mind should be the ultimate way to "weigh" ourselves unless you use the old fashioned caliper method (the best method of measuring body fat). Anyway, blessings on your journey!

You're welcome. Hope it all works out for you. If I was motivated to work out at home, I would probably use this app. Looks pretty good. I like the gym though. Blessings!

My profile says Pre Surgery, but the little list on the left side of the screen doesn't say anything. Is there another place I'm supposed to mark to make it appear?

The app is very limited. You'll have to log on via desktop.

Oh phooey...just check out the link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bodyweight-training-you-are/id416981420?mt=8

Sorry. Thought I saved it as a pic. Let me see if I can get it posted correctly.

I'm not too familiar with the Couch to 5K, although I've heard the name many times. But I did google an app for weight training home for ya. Here's an app that looks promising for what you might be looking for. Check out the reviews, etc. train.bmp

I've got to get that Mixed Chicks stuff, heard a lot of good about it.

I have to take that chance then, because lowering the chance of cancer, diabetes, and everything in between, is greater than acid reflux that I already know how it is, for me. Yes, it is my decision. And yes, the surgeon won't be living in my body. One thing I will be living is by faith that I won't have this as bad or ever after the surgery. You see, I'm a born believer. I live by faith (or try to most times--I'm far from perfect). I have total peace about this WLS with my God that I trust His plans and not mine, nor any surgeons, or even anybody's bad experiences shared on BP. So, although I appreciate the concern, I won't and will not accept any words that will negatively impact the decision for me to move forward.

I have it pre-op too. But it's all triggered by certain foods. I stay away, it doesn't come up. So, I'm learning to stay far away. Another poster's NUT suggested peppermint/ginger oil. I'm a fan of apple cider vinegar too. Natural ways are always good and worth trying. Good to have a bottle of tums too. I'm excited and have faith I won't be dealing with it to the extreme post-op like you. [emoji4] thanks for sharing!!!

@AnneElliotI'm so sorry to hear that. I truly wish you all the best too hon. Take care of yourself and I hope all turns out well for you.

@AnneElliot, is the only reason why you regret the surgery due to acid reflux? I read your response in another post somewhere too. There are ways to manage it. Please get with your doc and get it taken care of. @shaylady08, I believe you'll be fine! You'll be an upgraded you too! I'll be about 2 months after you and I'm looking forward to it. It takes faith to go through with this and expect everything to be 100% on the other side. Obviously, it may not be, but to add more life to our years without the weight to hinder us trumps it all, in my opinion.

The perfect quote!!!!

I'm pre-op, but are you looking for tips for just making changes beforehand or the actual 1-2 week pre-op diet? I can't give you any tips on the latter, but before that, is learning to not drink anything while eating. Which is the hardest thing ever. I still haven't really nailed it and sip sip sipping, which I still haven't mastered either. But like you, I am doing Protein drinks too. Mine are replacing Breakfast and are plant based.

I don't see a problem with enjoying something you know you most likely won't be "pigging out" on again in the future. Maybe a healthier alternative later. But that's just me. I don't eat out too often now, so it's not going to affect me so much. I did have some Whataburger the other day, but got a grilled chicken sandwich (what I normally would get) and no fries or drink. I don't like soda anyway. So, that was my food funeral for that particular restaurant. Granted, I'm still a few months till surgery, but if I want something, I'm gonna have it. BUT I have noticed since I've changed most of my diet now, my body isn't handling anything high fat, sugary, or salty anymore. I literally feel sick to my stomach, so I am forced to not really have too much of a food funeral anyhow. I might do myself in with some chips & queso as some point though.

Awesome. I am a snacker pre-op and will be a snacker (or grazer) post-op. I appreciate your response here. I don't intend to or plan to count calories. Did it many moons ago and won't do it again. Too time consuming. I don't want to worry about numbers either. That's why I don't bother to weigh myself either. Grazing or not, if it works than great. If it doesn't, then great. Find what works for you. We're all different. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It will work. It should work. And 1492 is very doable. I'm imagining your stats. I put in my stats as if I'm at my goal weight and my goal to gain muscle, which I plan to still do (weight train) 3 times a week post-op. Crazy big numbers right? I know, but it's pretty much right on. I'm weight training now and I'm ravenously hungry all day...I'm eating more, but I'm losing inches. The more you move the more you need to fuel. But if you're not in to exercise, it's going to boil down to the right foods and enough of them. You can do it hon. Many blessings to you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I won't get my date until maybe at the end of April/early May. But until then, I have 3 more NUT appts and a pysch eval (on Monday) and that's it. I'm doing this for prevention of co-morbidities. Also to not end up like my mother, overweight and tons of problems...including cancer she's been battling forever it seems. She can't walk without pain, she can't do a lot of things, and she's miserable. I just cannot fathom myself in her shoes, EVER. So, I'm doing something about it.

That smile! Great job lady. I think many people should continue with therapy about food addiction; especially if they're worried about the weight coming back. That's just my personal opinion though. But I'm glad you continued and won the battle and will continue to win it. Again, great job! You are another reason why I will be successful with my WLS too. Thank you for sharing.