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Over 300 pounds, when did you notice a difference?
Kiap82 replied to Kiap82's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm looking forward to all of these things. I'm just so impatient. I should be happy that I've started the journey and the rest will come. I've already changed so much. I quit smoking, kicked my carb craving, decided to leave the job I hate for the one I really want even though it's less money, I'm tracking all of my food, not letting my sometimes boyfriend upset/mistreat me anymore, and soon I'm moving back to Texas where I really want to be. All within the last month. If I can add patience to this list, 2014 will really be the year of the NSV and SV for me. -
That is to funny. I never thought about that one when thinking of nsv's but sure enough when I read this post I checked and mine is gone also.
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Ok so i've been feeling a little down because I was losing really well after surgery..now it's been 5 weeks and from my lowest weight after surgery, i'm back up 7 pounds (was more but i lost again...THANKFULLY!)... HOWEVER here's what has made me feel better...I went to the gym the other day to talk to a programmer for when I get my clearance from my surgeon, and she took all of my measurements. Comparing them to my last visit a week before surgery, here's the results: Chest: -4 INCHES Waist: -4 INCHES Hips: -4 INCHES Thighs:-1 inch EACH Arms: -.5 inch EACH Calfs: +.25 inch EACH!!!! I am just beside myself with how many inches i've lost without doing really anything besides walking! It's just motivating me to really work hard now...YAY! How is everyone else doing with NSV's??? I'd love to hear about it!
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Over 300 pounds, when did you notice a difference?
RJ'S/beginning replied to Kiap82's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
The first time I was on a plane that I did not need an extender was in Nov...i had my hubby take a pic...so I would have it..The table fit too..I always shared his when we were on a plane.. I was hurting my back driving my car and was told to pull the seat up...I always had the seat the farthest out and now it is the closest you can get....My hubby and I war over that now..... I sat in the tiniest booth a couple of weeks ago..I always surveyed a restaurant to see if they had tables and chairs and left if they only had booths.....So many changes...So many amazing NSV.....I could never even count them all -
Here's my NSV. Friday at work a colleague told me it looked like a family moved out of the back of my pants! She couldn't have said anything nicer!!!
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5 fills very little weight loss and frustrated!!!
Lana24 replied to dragonfly34's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone, I can totally feel you guys on this one. I had sugery 05/21/08 and to date I have not lost very much weight. 26 pounds to be exact, the first year I was hurt and frustrated but I kept in mind that I was exercising and eating right so something at somepoint has to change. I have had about 10 fills my last being last month, I finally have a decent amount of restriction. If not for the NSV I would have seriously dove into a cupcake and taken up residence, but since I didn't I can cleary see that my body has changed. My cloths fit better, I am a lot...I mean a lot more comfortable. I can exercise comfortably without feeling like I'm going to die. Everything in my life is better since I had the band placed. But I still look at the numbers and wonder if I'm really failing. -
Great NSV. Good job!
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What a great NSV!
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I'm 9 weeks post op and have lost 40 lbs but stalled for the last 3 weeks. However, today I got a NSV at my dr apt. She eliminated the last of my diabetes meds and my cholesterol med!!! I'm so happy!! Just have 2 BP meds to get off next or at least decreased.
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Howdy! I had NSVs this weekend... 1) I RODE A BIKE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 25+ YEARS! :laugh: We have a very pretty arboretum/park less than 10 minutes from our house that has a 4 mile bike path. I had to walk my bike up the really big hills, but I was able to ride most of the way. I've decided that I will either ride the path 2x or walk the path 1x at least three days/week. 2) I WORE A SIZE 20 FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 15+ YEARS! :smile: The temperature got up to 75 degrees today. I wore a size 20 pair of ankle pants, a lightweight sweater, and sandals. It felt so great to not be bundled up like "Nanook of the North." My hubby commented that I should go do some shopping for spring clothing because my clothes looked too baggy. I understood what he was saying about the sweater because it fit me 65lbs ago. I think I was more excited about the pants being baggy. I might go out next week and try on some size 18s!
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Serenity & Sweetbean: Congrats on your NSV'S! Keep up the good work! Looks like we are on our way...:tt1:
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Oh boy can I appreciate your NSV Heccat. I was also needing new clothes and went shopping last week. I was wearing size 20 jeans and for the heck of it, I tried on a pair of size 14s. Well...no question that they were tight, but heck, they zipped up just fine. I was just standing there staring at myself in the mirror because I don't recognize this person staring back. I'm not thin....far from it. I still would like to see another 30 or so pounds gone. But when I started this journey, I was wearing size 26/28 which means I've dropped six clothing sizes. That amazes me...and horrifies me as well. To think I was that heavy....gosh...I never want to go there again.
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thanks ericsmom I had no idea, but you know I like that saying NONSCALE vistory,,,actaully for those when it gets frustrating and the scale isn't moving, that is a great thing!!! Jude was upset she gained,.,but maybe we should point out NSV NSV NSV!!!
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do I sound stupid or what...what is an NSV???? and Margo, 1st time I have seen you and I am impressed by your progress as I will be banded aug 10and you have lost 80 lbs and 80 to go...wow, since may of last year?
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That is no small NSV Cloe!!! YEEEHAAAAA WAY TO GO!!!!! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:
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Congrats, great NSV! I don't think it's crazy at all to make a big deal about it (because it is a big deal), it's these crazy NSV's that help us get our confidence back and feel good about what we have accomplished. I can feel mine when I'm laying down, but I can't see them yet.........I'll be sooo excited when I can!
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congratulations on your NSV and what a wonderful attitude. As I travel a lot, I know that you will also be more comfortable in the plane seat. Well done and let us know what you decide on for an outfit for the event.
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Hello StLouisGal, I just wanted to comment on what you wrote about shopping. I too have the energy to shop this year (too bad not as much money, lol) . . . but it is SO different from this time last year. I remember one day in particular, when it was really cold out - my hubby and I parked far back from the mall (those bad shopping crowds!), and we had to hustle across the parking lot, in some very bitter cold winds. By the time we got to the mall, I had to sit down, I was so out of breath. Then I started to panic attack - I felt like everyone was staring at the "fat lady" who can't even walk without getting out of breath. I really started to feel sick to my stomach, my heart was racing - all of which just escalated my anxiety. I told my husband I couldn't stay - we had to leave. I felt like I was gonna throw-up. Luckily I have a very kind husband who was very understanding - he didn't make me feel bad, he just went and got the truck, pulled it up to the entrance so I wouldn't have to walk back across the parking lot again. I was afraid to go shopping again (especially malls) for a long time. Ouch, painful memory. But it really makes it all the more sweet this year, when I can zoom across the parking lot without a problem, stay on my feet for hours, and any anxiety is non-existent. It amazes me what a difference a year has made. Truly one of the best NSVs, but not so good on the money! :thumbup: I'm plodding along too - weight loss has slowed to about a pound every other week. Not so good, but I'll never be giving up this fight! If I have to swim uphill then that's what I'll do. Hang in there with us - love you too! Have a Very Merry Christmas (or whatever you Celebrate )
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I'm happy to say that the clothes I've had in my closet that I couldnt' imagine wearing again are now too big for me! They fit perfectly 2 years ago during my phentermine weight loss days and slowly ended up becoming too small as I gradually packed the pounds back on once the pill became ineffective. Today, I am wearing a pair of jeans that use to fit like a glove a couple of years ago and they are hanging off of me.
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Everything really is different now
OKCPirate replied to gowalking's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Ummm, I know I'm kind of a softy, but this just made me really mist up. It hit me...a year ago the woman whom I have fallen for, would not have given me the time of day romantically. To be fair, a year ago she would have not attracted me either. She is so physically dynamic that we would not have connected. But three months ago we met, and the attraction keeps growing. Yes she's seen me naked, she sees the lose skin, but she feels the muscle underneath it, she runs and bikes with me so she knows I can keep up with her. But what has been important was we moved beyond the physical to the intellectual and emotional intimacy and this is where we have really connected. But it would not have happened apart from the physical transformation. It is important. It's a game changer. It is a huge NSV. -
NSV is short for Non-Scale Victory... anything weight loss related that does not relate to numbers on a scale.
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What is a NSV? Sorry..
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This might seem a little weird, however, it made me feel so good so I believe it is a NSV. I was sitting at the red light yesterday, and I could feel someone looking at me, and I turned to the left, and there are these 2 young boys hitting on me. The driver was practically hanging out the pasenger window trying to get my attention. Now, I'm a very happily married woman for 19 years, but let me tell you, it felt good to have these 19 yr old boys flirting with me. I know they would have just crapped thier pants had they known I was 40! LOL. I smiled back and drove away..............
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5 more days until I'm sleeved!
Sugarnspice replied to abrandnew.tee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
2/17 & NSV's are shopping in any store not just the plus size section, not thinking about fitting a ride (went to universal had to try those "seats" outside the rides) & no longer thinking you look great but then you see yourself in pictures and look huge Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
5 more days until I'm sleeved!
abrandnew.tee posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can't wait. Anybody else with a January 30th date? To all us pre ops, what are some NSVs you can't wait for? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
