Size 8!

[Georgia 2,911]

I cannot believe it! Just bought two SIZE 8 skirts! Coming from a 20 to an 8 in seven months is unbelievable to me. I am a firm believer in VSG. Now, how are those of you that have reached goal keeping from losing MORE?

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

That is fantastic!! Congrats!!

[klus263 9]

congrats....

I have gone from 22W top to XL/L and 20W pants to size 14 in only 2 months. This is so incredible!

I can't wait to say I bought a size 8 pants. The "girls" will probably never let me go less then a Medium top but I can live with that.

[iegal 460]

Big huge pat on your back for such an amazing stats. Love my Sleeve and no regrets.

[Caliblonde 25]

That is awesome, congratulations!!!

[honeyrubybee 1]

Imagine how fantastic you're going to feel this summer!! Congrats!

[NtvTxn 1,262]

NannieG!!! Yay, congrats! I bet you'll go even smaller. I am at eight months (on Feb 11th) and just went from an 8 to a size 6 jeans!! (I actually bought two pairs of jeans at The GAP and one was a 4 and one was a 6.....all the ones that really fit were a size 6) The size 4 was vanity sizing, I'm sure of it! LOL

I've been maintaining since the first week of November....after consulting with my dietitian I went from an average of 675 calories a day to between 975 and 1050. Some times a little more. I really need to get in a little over 1000 to keep from losing. I dropped to 139 last week, which was my all time low. I've been hovering at 140 - 142.5 and I'm comfortable at that. My surgeon set my goal weight at 150. My "goal" was a size 8, but I did want to lose to 145 so I'd have a cushion, as it turns out, I do not NEED a cushion, I am snacking off and on throughout the afternoon to get in all the calories I need to keep from losing additional weight. Are you at goal?

I cannot believe it! Just bought two SIZE 8 skirts! Coming from a 20 to an 8 in seven months is unbelievable to me. I am a firm believer in VSG. Now, how are those of you that have reached goal keeping from losing MORE?

[coops 1,790]

fantastic news.... well done you!!! =]

[TexasT 99]

Congrats on the size 8 - way to go! It feels so great, doesn't it? Now to your question of how to stop losing weight - well, just eat whatever you want, which is what I do. No low fat or diet foods in my house anymore. I drink sodas, alcohol, eat sweets, cheeses, chips, etc. and never gain a pound. Of course, I eat my "good foods" first and get my Protein in, but I don't make any type of effort anymore to watch calories or fat grams. I don't eat those high calorie items all day every day - I don't even WANT them but every now and then.

Everyone is different, so I'm not advocating anyone "do as I do", I'm just telling it straight as to how I keep at goal weight. I guess it's been very easy for me - I don't even think about my weight anymore. I've even got a new favorite fast food - the McDonald's Angus Wrap. It's like getting to eat a burger, but no bun to deal with. You can hold the mayo and cheese if you want, add extra pickles and lettuce and get a nice tasting burger patty. I get them a couple of times a month and they curb that little nagging fast food demon we all have. It took me a year to get to this point, but I'm enjoying it now.

[sleeve 4 me 910]

YOU GO NANNIE G

[mellifrits 25]

Yah!!! I'm so excited for you!! Way to go!! I've started eating more meals but then at the same times I am starting to think I wouldn't mind losing more. Good luck!!

[Georgia 2,911]

NannieG!!! Yay, congrats! I bet you'll go even smaller. I am at eight months (on Feb 11th) and just went from an 8 to a size 6 jeans!! (I actually bought two pairs of jeans at The GAP and one was a 4 and one was a 6.....all the ones that really fit were a size 6) The size 4 was vanity sizing, I'm sure of it! LOL

I've been maintaining since the first week of November....after consulting with my dietitian I went from an average of 675 calories a day to between 975 and 1050. Some times a little more. I really need to get in a little over 1000 to keep from losing. I dropped to 139 last week, which was my all time low. I've been hovering at 140 - 142.5 and I'm comfortable at that. My surgeon set my goal weight at 150. My "goal" was a size 8, but I did want to lose to 145 so I'd have a cushion, as it turns out, I do not NEED a cushion, I am snacking off and on throughout the afternoon to get in all the calories I need to keep from losing additional weight. Are you at goal?

Yes, I am at "goal" - goal was 150-55 and I am at 153. I think you look fantastic! Have looked at your profile pic before and think you look so classy! I am told over and over by husband and my daughter that I don't need to lose anymore but like you, I would really like to be around 140 or so. I was really surprised to be in a size 8 skirt comfortably since I really thought I would wind up around a size 12. Always thought I was "large boned" or framed. NOw, I realize I am really medium frame! ha! Still having a hard time wrapping my mind around where I am at weight-wise. Tend to think as a "fat person" as I am sure you do too!

I am doing the same thing you do - snack some in the afternoon - since I have evolved into eating smaller meals more often. Still 3 main meals a day but have found that I am probably still eating too fast and only can eat a small amount when I should and wind up hungry a couple of hours later! I am working on slowing myself down and going back to no liquids during meals.

It is truly amazing. I wish this had been around 10 years ago! Again, you look fantastic!

[StacyS 20]

WTG ya'll....is fantastic that you've all reached goal and are learning to maintain it!! I can't wait to post the same thing once I'm sleeved! You are all an inspiration and give us hope for a slimmer and healthier future!!! Congrats!!

[Eloray 3]

I must join the crowd and say Congrat to all of you. Way to stay dedicated. Have fun maintaining and shopping.