TripletDad

Yes to core strengthening; plus arm/shoulders exercises. Both will aid with post op recovery and being able to position yourself in bed after surgery. Then add cardio to aid with endurance so you don't weaken when asked to walk after surgery. I worked hard in these areas a month before surgery and thanked myself each time I wanted to move or needed to get up from the bed afterward.

Yes to core strengthening; plus arm/shoulders exercises. Both will aid with post op recovery and being able to position yourself in bed after surgery. Then add cardio to aid with endurance so you don't weaken when asked to walk after surgery. I worked hard in these areas a month before surgery and thanked myself each time I wanted to move or needed to get up from the bed afterward.

@Rose400491 Great job on the 70lb loss! LOL, you've got to update your progress in your profile.

BMI chart was created 120 years ago, before people knew what we know now. Someone mentioned Arnold Schwartzeneger been obese. Doctors now know for a fact that muscle weights more than fat. My advice, do not decide anything right now forever. Set first goal and once you get there see for yourself if you want to loss more weight or you comfortable with what you have accomplished. I’m also 5’6 and my initial goal was 140. Recently I was reading more about goals and looking at BMI chart, so I decided to change my GW to 110. As soon as did, scale hasn’t moved and I became more anxious. My HW 287, surgery weight 264 and CW 187. Having to loose only 48 pounds is sounds so much more easier and realistic for having to loose 80 pounds to achieve “perfect” BMI. Weight loose is a process, see how you feel 3 months after you have surgery!

Excellent!!! Nice to have things where they belong!
Stella

I feel fantastic! Surgery was on October 30th and have lost nearly 50-lbs with that giving me a total of 90-lbs from my highest.

I feel fantastic! Surgery was on October 30th and have lost nearly 50-lbs with that giving me a total of 90-lbs from my highest.

I confess I weigh daily even though I know I shouldn't.

I confess I "modified" the puréed stage to include more real food. HOWEVER I still lost weight and never had any issues with the foods I ate.

I confess that I'm elated when people say I look good, but hate it when they over do it. It's becomes awkward and uncomfortable.

I confess I'm thoroughly shocked at the progress I've made. Granted I knew weight loss should be quick, but never expected it this quick. I've lost 70 lbs overall, but 37 lbs since Oct 30th surgery day.

I confess I worry about if/when I reach my goal, and how well I'm able to maintain the weight. I feel a lot more confident with having the surgery but it's sooooo easy to fall back into poor choices/habits.

Started my journey back in April of this year. I had to do 6 months for insurance and just by following their plan (plus the pre-op diet); I lost almost 40 lbs.

Surgery date: 10/30/17

Age: 44

HW: 380 back in March/April

SW: 343

CW: 305

Goal: 225-235

Never, in my wildest dreams, could I ever image the surgery would work this well. Granted, in no way am I disappointed, but thought I'd experience slower loss. However it seems I can average 3-5lbs per week. My next small goal is to see my weight go below 300 lbs!

Thank you. That's exactly my concern. I was very diligent with sipping when I got home from the hospital, but noticed that even when I lapsed and took a bigger drink, I didn't feel any resistance as you stated. Thankfully getting in my fluids and Protein haven't been an issue but felt like there was something different going on versus other sleevers.

Just had mine done on Monday and was up and walking about 2 hours after surgery. Basically no pain and was able to walk laps around the nurses' station. They said no one does multiple laps their first trip out but I did 3. A lot is in the prep. Meaning; get yourself to a gym and walk on a treadmill or ride a bike. Get a good strong core/legs and follow pre-op diet to the letter.

My date is Oct 30th as well. I too have been sneaking more bad foods (since being given my date), but I haven't stopped exercising, nor have I stopped trying to watch out for certain foods during the day. I start the pre-op on the 16th so I think part of it is trying to get that last "hurrah" in before I start prepping.

When you go to Six Flags and ride the roller coasters with your teenage kids instead of waiting on a bench.

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I'm calling my week prior to starting the pre-op diet as my "food farewell tour". Basically getting in some of my favorites, but only to an extent. I don't want to completely sabotage what I've worked at to lose since beginning this journey. It culminates this Saturday (14th) with one of my favorite restaurants along with friends and family.

October 30th! Signed consent forms yesterday and start the Pre-op diet on the 16th. I'm both nervous and excited!

Set for October 30th. Start pre-op on the 16th.

I'm calling my week prior to starting the pre-op diet as my "food farewell tour". Basically getting in some of my favorites, but only to an extent. I don't want to completely sabotage what I've worked at to lose since beginning this journey. It culminates this Saturday (14th) with one of my favorite restaurants along with friends and family.

I'm calling my week prior to starting the pre-op diet as my "food farewell tour". Basically getting in some of my favorites, but only to an extent. I don't want to completely sabotage what I've worked at to lose since beginning this journey. It culminates this Saturday (14th) with one of my favorite restaurants along with friends and family.

October 30th! Signed consent forms yesterday and start the Pre-op diet on the 16th. I'm both nervous and excited!

October 30th! Signed consent forms yesterday and start the Pre-op diet on the 16th. I'm both nervous and excited!

October 30th! Signed consent forms yesterday and start the Pre-op diet on the 16th. I'm both nervous and excited!