Fatty McFatster

Thanks so much. I appreciate the encouragement!!

That is most definitely muscle. I've greatly picked up my exercise in the last month from walking 1-3 miles to 7-10 miles. For a few weeks I noticed myself weighing a little heavier and that was disappointing. But then realized it was muscle. Keep at it and you'll do great!!

So, how did everyone do yesterday? Anyone have goals for today? My goal is to hand shovel all of the 4" of snow off my long driveway.

You are always so kind and funny. Thanks so much for your encouragement!!

You have always been very supportive and encouraging! Thank you both so much! I appreciate it greatly!!

Absolutely. For anyone interested, you can find my 2 Month Post-OP thread here: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/359435-my-2-month-post-op-progress-report/

Here is my 2 Month Post-Op Progress Report. Things have gradually changed over the last 2 months (since I had surgery on November 20th) and wanted to share my continued progress with those that might be interested. I know that I still have a VERY LONG way to go, but I am seeing progress which helps keep me motivated. Also, a BIG THANK YOU to all of you that have offered caring support and advice along the way as well as the BariatricPal weight loss and exercise challenges. I can't do it alone...so THANK YOU!!! And a special THANKS to my wife (as we are taking this journey together each step of the way). TOTAL Weight Lost (Pre-Op and Post-Op): 54.0 pounds Pre-Op Weight Lost: 18.2 pounds 1 Month Post-Op Weight Lost: 18.0 pounds 2 Month Post-Op Weight Lost: 17.8 pounds Inches Lost: 40.0 inches (Down 12.5" since 1 Month Post-Op) BMI: 49.6 down to 42.1 (Down 7.5 since Pre-Op) Pant Size: 58 down to 48 waist (Down a pant size since 1 Month Post-Op) Shirt Size: 4XL down to 2XL (Down a shirt size since 1 Month Post-Op) Short/Boxer Size: 4XL down to 2XL (same since 1 Month Post-Op) Distance able to walk: Was at 50 yards and now up to 10.0 miles (Up 7 miles since 1 Month Post-Op) Time able to walk: Was at 2 minutes (to mailbox and back) and now up to 120 minutes (Up 60 minutes since 1 Month Post-Op) Hiking: Just went for my 1st hike (4.5 miles) this past Sunday. Yay!!! Back Pain: Pain was excruciating and now non-existent Knee Pain: Pain was excruciating and now only occasionally mild Windedness: Got winded getting up off the couch and now can walk 10 miles without being winded (Up 7 miles since 1 Month Post-Op) Washing/Wiping: Had trouble fully washing myself and wiping, but continue to have no problems

Congrats and Good Luck everyone!!!

Congrats and Good Luck to you!!! We will be cheering for you!

Great job my friend!! I'm about to pass 10k as well.

Thanks so much. I appreciate it!! Sorry to hear you have been sick. Hope you are feeling better. Those are some great goals. Good luck!! Sorry to hear you got laid off and equally sorry to hear about depression. I suffer from depression as well so feel free to PM me any time you need to talk or vent. Good luck at Trader Joe's!!!

Woo hoo!!!! Congrats!! That is amazing news!!!

GREAT job everyone!!! You all look terrific!!

You have some great goals and I know you can accomplish them!!! Great job on the weight loss as well!!

Here is my pre-op and post-op pictures. First picture taken on Oct. 24th (2 weeks before I start my pre-op diet at 356 on November 6th). Second picture taken on Dec. 25th (1 month post-op at 317.2). Had a 38.8 pound loss in 6 weeks (2 weeks pre-op and 4 weeks post-op). (BTW how do you make pictures bigger within the post?)

You look great! You should be proud! Awesome job!!!

Sorry I forgot to post yesterday. I'm down to 304.4 as of yesterday, 1/18/2016. Will I ever reach Twonderland??? Great job everyone!!!

That is a great goal indeed!!! I need to be mindful as well. Good luck!! Sounds like the perfect day (aside from the Cavs losing). Keep up the great work!!

. I'm going to try this.. Add in an extra shake a day! I too have been at a stall. Thank you so much for your help! And you look great BTW! I seen your pics on another post! Your doing amazing!!! Thanks so much my friend. You are too kind. Keep up the great work!! Hope your energy picks up soon.

We all have bad days from time to time. But TODAY is a New Day my friends!!! What will you do to succeed and own it? without looking back to dwell on past mistakes and/or failures? We don't want to turn to stone, so let's do this!!!! Be great!!! I wish you all much success!!

I'm glad I got to this part because I was ready to grab FMcF by the hand to find that cretin with me and then FMcF and I would kick him or her, whichever it may be, in the shins. Hard kicks. The good news is that that person has to go through life being himself. I repeat from last time: You guys are so cute.I have to thank you both for being 2 awesome and loving people. You have gone above and beyond trying to be respectful, caring, and nurturing. That will not go forgotten. So thank you both.You have been too kind. It's much more than we deserve, but it means a lot coming from you. So thank you!

You're looking great! Fantastic job!Thank you so much. I appreciate you!!

I'm glad I got to this part because I was ready to grab FMcF by the hand to find that cretin with me and then FMcF and I would kick him or her, whichever it may be, in the shins. Hard kicks. The good news is that that person has to go through life being himself. I repeat from last time: You guys are so cute.I have to thank you both for being 2 awesome and loving people. You have gone above and beyond trying to be respectful, caring, and nurturing. That will not go forgotten. So thank you both.

Im thrilled that you won. CONGRATS!!!

Thanks! I am looking for support that I am worth existing. Being a fat person my whole life is hard enough to live through. All the hurt that can come from other people. I thought I had found a forum where we all supported one another. But to hear that from another member is heartbreaking.Fat or not, how could you possibly let something a complete stranger said to you on the internet bother you so much? I would suggest you get some therapy to help you overcome some obvious self esteem issues. It's not going to help with your weight loss journey if you crumble anytime someone says something mean to you. People can be assholes, plain and simple. In real life and ESPECIALLY on the intertubes. Do like dogs do. Kick some grass on that shiat and just walk away. Hi. Thanks. Just had a bad day and then that happened. I am actually in a great spot right now. The sun will come out tomorrow ☀️ to parra phrase my favorite quote: You are worthy of existence. And the relationship you have with God is way more valuable than anything else on this piddly earth we call home. Embrace those that love you and walk past those that don't accept you. But remember it was always about you and God....and never about them anyway!!!