I was reading some of the challenges and some wondering if their goals were realistic. For me I know I can loose 40 lbs in 8 weeks because 1. I am only 7 days post op as of today 2. I am heavier than many ladies here 3. The more you weigh you tend to loose more faster 4. I am competitive lol

Now if I were 2-6 months post op I would not have such an ambitious goal. I long for the day to be in Onederland which I haven't seen since college in 1993 when I lived in Bally's Total Fitness. I saw 176. My goal to reach in 2 years is 150 somewhere I have never seen before.

Good luck folks!

Msvickee, I long for onederland also, I know that we can achieve it! I am competitive also, and just let someone tell me I can't do something......and I will want it that much more.

Challenge yourself, too - challenge yourself to a reading list, to continue your counseling and visiting your nut - challenge yourself to tracking your foods - myfitnesspal is good...pick fun stuff to do (keep a list!!!) for the days you can't hit the gym.

Consider these challenges, too (or instead of) your lbs. lost - the weight will come off, and you will have gained alot of valuable habits, too.

I ditto Pookyism! She is right on target. this is a life changing transformation to healthier eating and exercise. Time to Rock the boat and look at the triggers you might encounter on the road to skinniness! This will help in a life long change of keeping the pounds off. I am in the process and have learned so much about myself. I too am competitive and do not like to admit it.