336Mike

Great work!! How do you feel now??

Here's my latest pic yesterday. So happy with my decision. It takes hard work and dedication but completely worth it!!
 

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 216.6 (6'5") [emoji256]

Go for it!! I just completed a half trail marathon Saturday. Major accomplishment and bucket list item for me. It kicked my butt and I wouldn't change a thing. Great feeling of satisfaction.

I recommend a couch to 5K training program for you. It will help you get active in build your endurance. You should consider adding strength training with weights.

Off topic, I'll be in Scotland later this year with my son. We'll be going to England and Ireland as well. Hope to squeeze in a side trip to France if possible.


VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

Great job!!!

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 216.6 (6'5") [emoji256]

If it bothers you that much, you should go talk to the parents. Venting is one thing...if you're really that concerned then communicate directly in a helpful, positive, constructive way.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 216.6 (6'5") [emoji256]

I like the tropical fruit popsical brands ones.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW #1 = 220 3/7/18
Final GW #2 = 210 (6'5") [emoji256]

Hey there! Going to Scotland in May myself, planning to visit Edinburgh, then go to Inverness, do a bucket list item (pony trek in the highlands) and then head over to Isle of Skye - can't wait!

And for the OP - GO FOR IT!!!!!! I started my game to be my fittest by the end of the 50th year and it is getting fulfilled! I can do more physically at 50 than I could when I was 25. It's just the best!

Roman candle fights, BB gun fights, cherry bombs and firecrackers, jumping out of the hayloft into snow drifts, riding on a sled being towed by a truck... maybe that is why I never grew up to eat Tide Pods! I learned about my mortality during the formative years!

Terrific job!!

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 216.6 (6'5") [emoji256]

Aww thank you mike!!!




Lapband 9/11/07 227 pounds
Vsg 2/13/18
Pre op diet 188
Sd. 180
Cw 163 Dr. scale says says one pound less
First goal 169 2/26/18
Second goal and doctors GW 150
Goal weight 138

Where do I start...

clean my house... strike that, no fun at all![emoji12]

hike, bicycle ride, explore/travel, ride my motorcycle, walk at the park, see local bands, meet a friend for coffee/tea, take a class and learn something new...

Most of these are easier now that I'm comfortable being me without all the extra weight.

Think about what makes you happy or what are some things you always wanted to do/try but never have for one reason or another. We only live once so enjoy your time in this great big world.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

Just bought some cool band tshirts size large tall now that I can finally fit in more things!! Never owned any before and always wanted since.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5")

Just bought some cool band tshirts size large tall now that I can finally fit in more things!! Never owned any before and always wanted since.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5")

Awesome job! Different surgery on my end, but I can relate as our stats/build are similar.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

Awesome job! Different surgery on my end, but I can relate as our stats/build are similar.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

I posted a new thread but adding here. Meet my personal goal. 140 lost!
 

VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 220 GW= 220 3/7/18!! (6'5")

Where do I start...

clean my house... strike that, no fun at all![emoji12]

hike, bicycle ride, explore/travel, ride my motorcycle, walk at the park, see local bands, meet a friend for coffee/tea, take a class and learn something new...

Most of these are easier now that I'm comfortable being me without all the extra weight.

Think about what makes you happy or what are some things you always wanted to do/try but never have for one reason or another. We only live once so enjoy your time in this great big world.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

Where do I start...

clean my house... strike that, no fun at all![emoji12]

hike, bicycle ride, explore/travel, ride my motorcycle, walk at the park, see local bands, meet a friend for coffee/tea, take a class and learn something new...

Most of these are easier now that I'm comfortable being me without all the extra weight.

Think about what makes you happy or what are some things you always wanted to do/try but never have for one reason or another. We only live once so enjoy your time in this great big world.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 218 (6'5") [emoji256]

I had a gastric bypass 12.12.16 I weighed 285 and lost 150 now i weigh 135 after almost 13 months and i think I'm still losing weight. Now I'm starting to really think about surgery all this loose skin is bothering me alot mentally and physically.

living life to the fullest and healthy

Amazing achievement Mike!
Hope you have recovered from your half marathon. I looked at the course map. It looked brutal...lol.Were you surprised by the feeling after crossing the finish line? Do you plan on doing more runs?
Thanks for posting the photos. If you have more I would love to see them.

Mike, you're awesome! Great work!

Alright y'all. Completed the half trail marathon today!!!!! Still can't believe a year and 11 days ago I was 360 lb and extremely unhealthy. And here I am 5 months out from surgery and 142 lbs down doing a half marathon on trails. So much harder than a regular half marathon two. It kicked my butt but I'm so glad to have accomplished this!!


VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
GW = 220 3/7/18
CW = 217.2 (6'5") [emoji256]

I am stepping way out of my comfort zone to do something I have always dreamed of. I'm signing up to do a trail half marathon! http://usnwc.org/play/whitewater-race-series/upcoming/the-new-south-trail-marathon/
Already checked with the race director to make sure it was okay that I walked part of it. I know for sure there's no way I could run the whole thing. My plan is to run a mile or two walk a mile or two. I don't care if I come in last for my age group, my goal is to finish!
Any tips for me on staying hydrated during the race and what to eat before/during/after the race?
VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 238 GW = 220 (6'5")

You're killing it!! Looking good!

I'm almost 4 weeks out...22 lost since surgery and 90 since I started.

VSG 10/11/17
HW = 360
SW = 292
CW = 270
GW = 220 (6'5")

Who will like you skinny? From my experience it'll be a mix. Some will be people who wouldn't have had anything to do with you at your current weight. That's ok, people are entitled to like what they like. Others won't care one way or the other. You are a beautiful woman. The key is finding someone who likes you for you and vice versa. At the end of the day, don't worry if they're going to like you...you should really be asking yourself if they are worthy of you.

VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")