I'm 33 years old and an Iraqi war vet. I was hurt in service an have gained to much weight!!!! Because of my injuries it is really hard to exercise. Because I am still "young" I don't know if the sugery its right for me. Can anyone help?

Personally, it's the best thing I've ever done for myself....EVER! I'd do it again in a heartbeat. No doubt.

And from one vet to another....thank you for your service and sacrifice!!

Does the sugery slow you down or can you be as active as you want after recovery?

Once fully recovered from the actual surgery, I have been able to be amazingly active! I go to the gym 6 days a week, and work out for at least two hours each time. Even eating just 650 calories a day, I'm bursting with energy. BTW...I started walking the treadmill, at the gym, on day 10 post-op, and was walking an hour, twice a day, at 3mph within two weeks. Did I get tired? Absolutely. Did I let that sop me? Not a chance!

Thanks for the info. I just didn't know if I had to be limited. I would like to get close to as active as I was in the military if I have the sugery.