After 1 year of consideration of lap-band and many years of failed weight loss with diet and exercise, I have set a date for sleeve surgery. Getting nervous now, but in a good way. Time seems to fly by, and by this time next year, I will be at my target weight, (I hope). I am 39, 375, BMI of 54. I was very athletic and have lots of muscle mass, but have a big appetite too, and my health has spiraled downward out of my control for 10 years now. I have always loved food. Exercise is not an issue, but my metabolic rate has slowed and now I have gotten used to eating less, but at my size, life is so difficult. Getting dressed is a b***h. When I walk into a room now, i scan around to find a comfortable chair where i will not be embarrassed....sad. I felt my life slipping away, so it is time to jump in feet first. I would love to hear any success stories and any tips on what to watch out for, I can find the basic "what to do's" on my own. There are plenty of negative stories on the web, but i do not want to hear those. I am moving forward and would like to hear successful sleeve stories and tips as well as any of those things that people don't plan for when getting sleeved. Thanks !

Welcome, I to will be getting sleeved in Dec. the 12th. I went thru the same things you have, thought about lap band and after 2 years have decided, to be sleeved. I hope everything goes great for you. Best Wishes. Kathy

Congratulations! This is going to be the best Christmas gift you've ever given yourself

For success stories, tips, Q's and A's this is the best place you could have possibly gone! When I was first starting back in May I spent hours on here just browsing site and reading reading reading. The people are amazing as well, and since you are a guy you may find "The Man Room" very informative (under support groups).

As for myself I have lost 62 pounds so far and I am two months out. That does include the weight I lost pre-op. I generally lose 2-3 pounds a week which my surgeon is very happy about. He said anymore and he would be worried that I was losing muscle and not fat.

Congrats again and good luck!

CONGRATS! I too am being sleeved but not until Jan 26th!! I cant wait! I am in the same boat... I thought about band for almost TWO years,,,kept doing every new "diet": out there to only fail! I am 230# and feel gross, tired, short of breath and out of shape!! Good luck on your adventure! May 2012 be our year!!!!! Congrats to those of you who have already made 2011 your year! You are an inspiration!!!! Dee

hey! welcome

i am looking forward to possibly being sleeved on dec 20th! i dont want anything past dec 20th because i want to be home for the holidays and not in the hospital! im very excited about this! i pray that im approved and become a big "loser" like everyone else. weight has become such an issue & its my worst enemy at this point. i just want to be sleeved already!!!

good luck with everything & im sure we will speak soon

After 1 year of consideration of lap-band and many years of failed weight loss with diet and exercise, I have set a date for sleeve surgery. Getting nervous now, but in a good way. Time seems to fly by, and by this time next year, I will be at my target weight, (I hope). I am 39, 375, BMI of 54. I was very athletic and have lots of muscle mass, but have a big appetite too, and my health has spiraled downward out of my control for 10 years now. I have always loved food. Exercise is not an issue, but my metabolic rate has slowed and now I have gotten used to eating less, but at my size, life is so difficult. Getting dressed is a b***h. When I walk into a room now, i scan around to find a comfortable chair where i will not be embarrassed....sad. I felt my life slipping away, so it is time to jump in feet first. I would love to hear any success stories and any tips on what to watch out for, I can find the basic "what to do's" on my own. There are plenty of negative stories on the web, but i do not want to hear those. I am moving forward and would like to hear successful sleeve stories and tips as well as any of those things that people don't plan for when getting sleeved. Thanks !

Well, Shannon, I've got good news and bad news. The good news is that you will find you lose weight VERY quickly after surgery! You'll be much more energetic and able to move much easier.

The bad news is that you will have to get used to breathing better, being able to get dressed without breaking a sweat and choosing a chair based on where you want to sit rather than which chair will hold up under your weight. (I've been there, done that game)

Use the search box in the upper right and search the forums for any question you may have. I bet it's been answered. If it hasn't, there are lots of folks here that are willing to answer questions, even if you think they may be TMI.

Good luck on your journey!!

Thank you for all of the comments. It is kinda cool to know others are going to be going through the same thing at the same time. I am eager to compare results and share in happy and difficult times with you guys. Good luck to each of you. Thank you Lissa !!!