I was morbidly obese, depressed and miserable. Today, I am a new person, a better person. A better mom and wife. I never knew how much being overweight effected me and those around me until I lost the weight. I am down 130 lbs. and pretty much at goal weight. It’s been a bumpy but worthwhile ride. I’ve learned a lot about myself and others. A year ago today, I was reborn.

July 2, 2009 – 5’10”/295 lbs/42.3 BMI

July 2, 2010 – 5’10”/165 lbs/23.7 BMI

Congrats!!

Very inspirational!

congrats!!! that is so great!!! have a wonderful holiday weekend!!!:tt1:

congratulations on a job well done!:tt1:

Congratulations! A blessing to hear that you are in a much better place.

What is your secret on loosing so much weight within a year..I am going to be getting the band in the near furture so I am gain for all types of information and secerts..LOL Congrats on your weight loss I sure hope I get mine off...

Congratulations!

You and I are the same age. I hope to be able to have a "praise report" like yours next year. Way to go. Thanks for posting.

this is just what i needed to read

congrats on the new you

Congrats! You've done amazingly well!

Thank you all for the wonderful comments.

Knapp, first and foremost, have patience, a lot of patience. Understand that what works for some people might not work for others. Figure out what works best for YOU. Set realistic goals. See your surgeon often, I see my surgeon (or his nurse practitioner) once a month for follow-up and adjustments, if necessary (I am self-pay and visits/adjustments are included the first two years, then I pay $35 for a consultation and $75 for adjustments). Exercise is key. This doesn’t mean you should join a gym, hire a personal trainer and go crazy exercising…keep it real. I started off walking. I walked 3-4 times a week, sometimes more, sometimes less. I walked 2 miles some days and 3 miles other days. Some days I just stayed home. I did what felt right. Keep a positive attitude, and don’t let anyone bring you down, especially yourself. We can be our own worst enemies. Good luck to you. Feel free to send me an email or private message if you’d like. J