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Todd_196

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  2. Posted

    Have you tried the free version of MyFitnessPal? That might be enough to start with. Baritastic is another free app that is user friendly and has a good front end design.
    I've used MFP extensively but just short of paying for it.
    I fell off the wagon due to severe back pain and medicating with booze and carbs. I've gained 30 pounds in a year and a half.

    I went back to MFP but found a lot of the features are now behind a pay wall.

    I might just buy it but I'm thrifty.

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  4. Posted

    Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I appreciate it.

    Money is an issue so options are a bit limited. I've tried physical therapy at 3 different providers but it made things dramatically worse.

    I've not done the pain management option yet, as I worry about my natural addictive personality taking over, food addiction is part of the reason I was/am overweight.

    I'm currently looking for a counselor. I'm big on talking though things. Without getting on a soap box, I'm amazed at the expense, how many of the want to bring religion into it (I'm not overly religious) or even politics (their views not mine). I'm going to checkout some of the virtual counselors this week.

    Basically, I feel like everything that I did and spent on getting thinner and healthier was for nought. Almost like the universe said "Yeah, that's cute, nice try!" and then changed the rules on my. I feel robbed of things.

    I get it life happens but (as im.sure lots of you can understand) when you spend a lifetime being heavy and working through the ramifications of that, being picked on, not getting jobs, feeling unloved, trying desperately to not call unneeded attention to yourself and you finally find a way to "fit in" it sucks to have a setback.

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  5. Posted

    Tldr: fat guy got thin, chronic pain derailed him, now drinks and can’t move much, doc and therapist say suck it up. Feels lost and confused and has developed a slight booze issue, that thankfully is not a full blown problem, yet.

    Not asking for sympathy or prayers, just want to know if anyone is going through something similar and how do you deal with it.

    Hey everyone, I’m in a downward spiral here. The background is that I got my sleeve in 2018, lost about 100 lbs, got a new job with more more money, and I actually liked it, I felt awesome and was looking great.

    Fast forward to present day. I’m currently living with chronic back pain, the result of injuries about 20-30 years ago. Coupled with arthritis in my spine and neck, late developmentof scoliosis. Daily pain is a 6-7 on the pain scale and 1-2 times a week it can get to 9-10 on the scale.

    I still work for the same company but now work 100% from home, that part I love, but I no longer move as much and i can't travel like did. Honestly I can’t really, some days just showering and dressing is a challenge.

    I used to play pickleball, take light hikes etc. All gone. I’ve been told I’m too young, 52, and my condition is not severe enough for surgery yet. I do stretching and some pain management drugs if I get to a point I can’t cope with the pain that day but mostly I suck it up and deal with it. I have turned to liquor as a crutch and ashamedly can be a nightly thing.

    I’ve gained about 30 pounds back, I feel like a total failure and have lost my direction. I’ve talked with therapist, and doctors but kept being told, in short, “when live hands you lemons…”

    Honestly, I feel like life has kicked me in the balls and told me to piss off. I started this journey to improve and heal my life. And now I feel that my opportunity is being taken away. The daily pain and slow stripping of my thinner life has been a real mind f**k.

    I’ve been trying hard to get back on track and have had limited success but I try. But I’m tired, so tired of the struggle, it’s been nothing but since I was a kid.

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  6. Posted

    I just decided to try this soap too, I've only used 3 bars so far but my favorite is the Bay Rum. Followed closely by the Bourbon soap but I'm not a fan of the corn and sand in them however. Other than that I love the product. It makes me feel manly and well cared for.

    I also bought the Crushed Pine cologne...love it!

    I've also discovered pedicures. To think of all of those wasted years of hacking my toe nails and abusing my feet.

    Sent from my SM-G970U using BariatricPal mobile app

  7. Posted

    1 hour ago, J San said:

    Thanks @Todd_196 Found a couple of apps that looked good when I did a search for that app. I didn't find "My" Fitness Buddy but did find Fitness Buddy. It asks to create a login right away before anything can be done, is that the one?

    @BigViffer Really not looking to get huge gains or become "strong as I can". I did that when I was young and really not interested in it at this moment, who know if it will change in time. More just looking to get into descent shape. If the look good comes along with it great. I don't think I'll ever get my "suggested" BMI , I'm just not built that way, but prefer to be a smaller me if at all possible.

    Thanks again gents!!!

    I'm sorry, Yes "Fitness Buddy" is the one I meant. Its a pretty decent app, take a little getting used to but its good.

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    Oh man! Now you've done it! Lol

    I totally agree with you. Respect the boundaries. Personally I think the excuse of "I didn't realize this was a guys only post is BS. I've never accidentally posted in the Gals Room. Just say'n....

    On FB I'm only a member in the guys only groups. Reasons being...less drama, no candy coated backhanded compliments and straight talking honest talk even if it's something you dont want to hear but need to. If you screw up or act like a jerk you will get called out on it, but you will also get respect and support from those same guys.

    I admit I read the other posts on this forum for women but I won't comment on them if I know it's for women only or a topic that I have no experience on. Just wish some of the ladies would do the same.

    This all being said I'm certain a lady has read this, gotten angry and most likely will comment on this thread. Again, just say'n.

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  12. Posted

    I had a slight change if heart....briefly.

    I did just get a decent raise a few days prior to me leaving for surgery. And, my team sent me a nice plant in a cool planter. But, I've been getting calls and texts while I'm on disability. That and I was shot down for a opening in a different department even though the manager of that department wanted me and asked specifically for me. Also, I work with my wife, shes in a different department but it's another stressor neither of us needs. So this week I believe I will be spiffing up my resume and looking for a new job.

    I'm fed up and I need a new challenge.

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  13. Posted

    On ‎3‎/‎20‎/‎2018 at 6:45 PM, 336Mike said:


    Love this approach. Sure, you fell off the proverbial wagon temporarily but now you realize it and can consciously make that choice. And by posting this story you've helped give me a tip on how to react to those situations, thank you!

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

    I've been trying to do the same at work. Typically it applies to the office drama but occasionally it applies to my customer that can be a bit childish.

    Its all about weighing the priorities.

  16. Posted

    i had my consultation today & have to let them know if i want to do april 2nd or april 16th.i hate to ruin easter for everyone but really want to have done asap.i need to make sure wk will let me off wk w /out a month’s notice & double chk w my husband & his schedule.i will keep u posted.




    I've been approved for my Sleeve and my surgery is on the 16th! Excited but nervous.

    Discipline isn't a war to be won, but rather a battle to be fought daily.

  17. Posted

    Hi Guys,

    I’ve recently had some family drama pop up and I’m disappointed to say that I got dragged into it and fed the proverbial beast.

    However, when talking about it with a friend of mine I had an epiphany of sorts and I realized that in the long run the issue really didn’t matter that much to me. I made the decision at that moment to not address this issue or any other crap that does not directly affect me or my wife or kid.

    I’ve found that I need to eliminate stress in my life to be successful in my weight loss and for my own peace of mind. I have done this in the past when I lost a significant amount of weight and it made realize that I can only control things that I’m able to. Knowing that and putting it into practice helped me be calmer, more focused and productive in all aspects of my life.

    Some people didn’t care for my new outlook, such as my mom when she would complain about her sister. I would simply say “Mom, how does this affect you, dad or us kids directly?” She would say “It doesn’t.” To that I would answer, “Well then, I guess there is nothing you can do about it and you should stop wasting energy on things you can’t change”.

    She would get angry with me because I wouldn’t take the “bait” with her. But my philosophy was to remove uncontrollable stressors as best as possible, basically all of the crap that was just noise, and focused on real things that can be changed or things that I needed to pay attention to because of potential importance.

    Regretfully I got lazy in this mindset and I fell off the wagon and went back to my old ways of adding to the b***h fest. I’ve been acting like a cranky old man that has nothing better to do than b***h about everything.

    Well it stops. Now! Again some people in my life won’t like this much but it’s my health and well-being and that of my wife and son that matter the most to me now. I’ll be there for people and help if I can but not if it’s a constant drone of pissing and moaning. I'll even do my best to not complain when ladies comment on stuff in the Guys Room section, even though that does drive me nuts.

    Baby steps right?

  18. Posted

    2 hours ago, James Marusek said:

    Prior to surgery, generally everyone goes through almost a day of pre-op testing. This testing is to determine if there are any pre-existing conditions that might prevent the surgery from being successful. If any are uncovered, these conditions are treated prior to surgery.

    I've had some testing and the psych eval, I went for the fitness eval today, took an hour, basically they took my weight measurements, BP, had me walk on a treadmill for 9 minutes and asked me how I plan on working out after surgery.

    I go at the end of the month for 1 day to take 4 appointments, thankfully at the same location. I'll be having a Bone Density Scan, a visit with my surgeon, a group meeting to talk about how to handle things psychologically after surgery and another quick nutrition refresher. Kinda sucks that I have to burn a vacation day for it but its for the best in the long run.

    My surgery is scheduled for 4/16 and my surgeon asked how long I would like to be out. As a wise-ass comment I said 6-8 weeks and he said, "OK, no problem" I said I was joking and he said he wasn't. He explained that if can take the time off to heal and get the post surgery diet to a point that I'm comfortable with it and start making exercise a consistent part of my new life I would be more successful in the long run.

  19. Posted

    Hey Guys,

    Where any of you required to have a fitness evaluation prior to Surgery? I'm have at my surgeons office this morning waiting for my evaluation appointment. Just not sure if this is common or not.

    No matter what I still have to get it done.

    I'll let you know what it entailed.

    Discipline isn't a war to be won, but rather a battle to be fought daily.

  23. Posted

    I've chosen April 16th for my surgery date.
    I'm working on getting everything planned and working up a timeline of when needs to be done and planning for my pre and post op diets.
    A lot of work is comming my way and I want to be prepared.

    Speaking of work....my boss and co-workers are going to flip out when the find out I'll be out of the office for a few weeks.

    Discipline isn't a war to be won, but rather a battle to be fought daily.

  24. Posted

    I got the call yesterday to schedule my WLS. I was in my counselor’s office waiting for my appointment to start and I got the call!

    I’ve got tell you I was floored. I’ve been trying to find out the status of my case, and was checking to make sure they had all of the paper work they needed. I had no idea that they submitted everything to the insurance company for review and approval.

    Like many, I’m sure, I was thrilled, excited scared, worried, uncertain etc., etc. When my counselor came to get me for my appointment she knew right away something was odd. LOL, more so than normal. I told her and I found that I was starting to come up with reasons why I should wait and maybe put this off for a while. It was ridiculous. I was more worried about everyone and everything else and how they would be missing my “help”. She pointed out and I came to realize that I never prioritize for myself; I always do for others and not me. In a good way I agreed that I need to be selfish for once and take care of me. To make me happy, make me feel handsome, make me feel smart, sexy, accepted, loved, wanted, part of life.

    Am I worried and scared? Hell yes! But for once I feel like I’m giving myself the tools and permission to take control of my life and be who I am rather than who I think I should be for others.

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