Mrs.ChangingTX

I am just happy to have a neck even if it looks like a turkey.

I am just happy to have a neck even if it looks like a turkey.

I had the experience of telling people at work. That for me sucked! Commets like, "you cheated, your are to small and how much more weight due you still want to lose." I moved to new state/job. They only see what I do and eat . Recent comments, "your are a workout Guru, you are doing great and you are getting so small." I will never tell people at work again. I will just do what is needed to get to my goal. I have 47 more pounds to lose. It is an individual's choice.

I am just happy to have a neck even if it looks like a turkey.

To all the people who say "this is the easy way out." You are all full of crap!
This has been hard for me. However, I would not change a thing. I am healthier. The results surpassed every diet and weight loss trick I tried over 5 years. It is a personal choice. There are risk. Make the decision for yourself. Your body your life! Cheers to your success!

To all the people who say "this is the easy way out." You are all full of crap!
This has been hard for me. However, I would not change a thing. I am healthier. The results surpassed every diet and weight loss trick I tried over 5 years. It is a personal choice. There are risk. Make the decision for yourself. Your body your life! Cheers to your success!

Yes, I would do it again. However, it has not been everything I hoped for. At my age and body type it has taken a lot more work than I have read in any researched study or medical journal.
I will be successful it is just taking longer that predicted. I really hate that most people believe "WLS" is the "easy way out." Nothing about this has been easy for me. I am still moving forward.

Yes, I would do it again. However, it has not been everything I hoped for. At my age and body type it has taken a lot more work than I have read in any researched study or medical journal.
I will be successful it is just taking longer that predicted. I really hate that most people believe "WLS" is the "easy way out." Nothing about this has been easy for me. I am still moving forward.

I am just happy to have a neck even if it looks like a turkey.

Rudge when you lose weight you gonna feel good about yourself and not care what others think..your confidence will only get better.

It appears that you have a diagnosis which could help your treatment and the possibility of long term success. Many of us are still working on understanding why we over eat. It is to your advantage to start counseling. You can start to understand your triggers, learn coping skills and create a support system. WLS could give you another tool as you move forward towards better health. Work with your healthcare team.
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It is just funny that so many people do not think exercise is important to long term physical and emotional health. Read the studies and make a choice. If you can walk a little more each day that alone can make a big difference. I am in the gym 5/7. When I have stress, I beat the heck out of the gym bag commonly referred to as "Bob." My life my way!

It is just funny that so many people do not think exercise is important to long term physical and emotional health. Read the studies and make a choice. If you can walk a little more each day that alone can make a big difference. I am in the gym 5/7. When I have stress, I beat the heck out of the gym bag commonly referred to as "Bob." My life my way!

Good for you! I am working forward after being sleeved over 2.5 years. I never reach my goal weight loss goal.
However, I am healthier than ever. I still have 35 to 45 pounds left to lose. I workout 5 days a week at least. I will get to my weight loss goal by July. Keep moving and do not give up. You have support here.

It is just funny that so many people do not think exercise is important to long term physical and emotional health. Read the studies and make a choice. If you can walk a little more each day that alone can make a big difference. I am in the gym 5/7. When I have stress, I beat the heck out of the gym bag commonly referred to as "Bob." My life my way!

Seeing myself on TV during our opening day media event last year. Yikes.
http://fox6now.com/2016/03/21/baseball-fans-foodies-cheer-something-new-to-sink-their-teeth-into-at-miller-park/

Good luck Tony you will feel and look amazing ! I'm 2 weeks post surgery and my clothes are getting bigger by the day I can't wait until I reach my goal weight of 130 lbs[emoji3]

My Dad had his first heart attack at 40 years old & i have a history of heart disease and obesity on both sides of the family. I was 38, had been on Blood pressure meds for 8 years, was pre-diabetic, battling my cholesterol & weight, even though I was active (Yoga 2-3 times per week, Dance 2 times per week) and terrified.
My Dad is 54 now..he's had a few heart attacks since then and they want to put a pace maker in. I know genetically, I may still have heart trouble...but i don't have to HELP it along in killing me!

My doctor also said that the stomach stretching is a myth. He said that carbonation doesn't actually have the strength to stretch the stomach. He said the issue is the gas and discomfort and of course the lack of health benefits. He told me if I wanted to drink seltzer, I could.

I am also at almost 4 yrs . I need to get back on track also. I am glad I did the sleeve even though I have gained some.. I just need to start back to my exercise routine. I still don't eat everything like sugar, bread. Pasta, rice and only drink almond milk with my Protein drinks (which I still do every day) . I really am having hard time with gaining back about 20 lbs. Thank you for sharing I don't feel so alone in this.
We will get back to where we want to be all together by sharing.

Good for you! I am working forward after being sleeved over 2.5 years. I never reach my goal weight loss goal.
However, I am healthier than ever. I still have 35 to 45 pounds left to lose. I workout 5 days a week at least. I will get to my weight loss goal by July. Keep moving and do not give up. You have support here.

Thank you. Yes. My goal weight is 147-150. I am 5'6" as this morning I am 200 starting weight 270. It kinda hurts to write that. However, let"s do this. I work out 5 days a week. I just need to get off the carbs. The last few months I starting drinking due to stress (weekends). That stopped as of last weekend. I am happy and see hope. Let us keep eachother accountable. Sent from my LGMS428 using the BariatricPal App

Starting over for me is hard. I was sleeved in late 2014 (age 44). I have lost 67 pounds as of 1/17/2017 that have stayed off. I need to lose 57 more pounds to be at my goal weight. I had a lot of things going on. I left me behind.
I want to be healthy. For me that equals, working out, planning and recording meals and with no more excuses. This is hard. I am going to get it done. My last start over. I will get my goal as my health is vital. I am open to any suggestions positive . This is truly humbling.

Good for you! I am working forward after being sleeved over 2.5 years. I never reach my goal weight loss goal.
However, I am healthier than ever. I still have 35 to 45 pounds left to lose. I workout 5 days a week at least. I will get to my weight loss goal by July. Keep moving and do not give up. You have support here.

My sister said the same! She had hers 4 yrs ago.