Tomorrow will be 2 months. I have never been so happy with my decision to have sleeve surgery. My sleeve is a tool and I'm dedicated to my life changes by going to the gym (cardio and strength) and eating clean. I truly believe 2013 will be my year. I'm starting to find myself again.

You look absolutely amazing! I want your two month story to be MY two month story!!! Rock it DIVA!!!!

U look wonderful! ! Congratulations! ! Did u lose it all postop? Just wondering cause I will be 6 weeks Tuesday and I wanted to see if I am on the same track with my weight loss. Im down 32lbs ' date=' 7 was preop.[/quote']

Thank u!!!! 32 is fantastic! I was down about 7 too. I also have to lose a lot more. I carry a lot in my legs and butt. I'm easily looking at another 60 lbs plus. I'll have full body shots in 2 months or so. I am also consistently working out. Cardio and strength training 1 hour 3 times a week. I hope that helps.

Wow! You look amazing! You could be the Poster Girl for VSG.....

Wow! You look amazing! You could be the Poster Girl for VSG.....

Thank you! You are too kind.

Thank you Delta girl! The support keeps me going. Happy New Year!

Amen! You are looking AMazing... Keep up the great work!

Thank u!!!! 32 is fantastic! I was down about 7 too. I also have to lose a lot more. I carry a lot in my legs and butt. I'm easily looking at another 60 lbs plus. I'll have full body shots in 2 months or so. I am also consistently working out. Cardio and strength training 1 hour 3 times a week. I hope that helps.

I haven't been sleeved yet and am wanting to know what works for maximizing the use of the sleeve. Can you tell me what a day looks like for you in regard to meals/ workout?

I haven't been sleeved yet and am wanting to know what works for maximizing the use of the sleeve. Can you tell me what a day looks like for you in regard to meals/ workout?

Well, first of all m surgeon makes a point of telling me the sleeve is a tool in conjunction with many other lifestyle changes. However, my sleeve has given me a chance for a new life more than anything else in the world. With that being said I decided I would eliminate white foods like Pasta, bread, white potatoes, bagels, etc. I have overeaten on starchy foods most of my life. This doesn't mean there won't be a time when I do have some pasta, etc but I have found it quite easy to eliminate these types of foods since being sleeved.

I started walking immediately after surgery. My first attempt, 10 minutes and slowly worked up to 45 minutes. Once I was cleared to go to the gym I got my butt in there. I go 3 days a week and spend an hour minimum to an hour and 20. For now that schedule works best for me. I use the elliptical and I strength train with a trainer or on my own. I start out with 10 mins on elliptical and than I start the strength training, I workout in intervals. Strength train 15 to 20 minutes and then back on the elliptical and repeat. I always get a minimum of 30 mins cardio but try to get an extra 10 to 20 mins at the end if I can.

As far as food, I eat between 650-800 calories a day. I use my fitness pal. I do count the calories in my supplements e.g., liquid Vitamins and Calcium chews etc. My NUT says don't worry about calories but focus on Protein. I get at a minimum 65 grams of protein at a minimum but almost everyday 70-80, 80 especially on workout days.

I change my food schedule daily as far as what I eat. On workout days I do have a half cup of steel cut oats for Breakfast. I have poached eggs 1 and a morning star sausage patty. If I'm on the run I will have a 30g premier Protein shake but I make a point of getting my protein through food. I eat rotisserie chicken (no skin, just breast meat), boneless skinless chicken thighs which I make in crockpot with crushed tomatoes and seasonings. Low fat cheese sticks and shrimp (loaded with protein). I also make turkey meatloaf once a week and enjoy salmon and a tablespoon or two of a mashed yam. I recently had 3 oz of filet mignon...I chewed chewed chewed and I felt fine. Red meat is not a staple in my diet but I will have it for a special occasion going forward.

I hope this helps. I'm sure I'm missing some other foods but honestly I eat alot of the same foods. For the first time in my life I eat for nutrition and energy instead of mindlessly stuffing food down all day.

Please message me anytime. But remember, I'm only 2 months out, I am certain there are many advanced members who may offer even better information to you. Im a work in progress. suppose you have to find which works best for you. Best of luck and Happy New Year.

What an inspiration!

Well' date=' first of all m surgeon makes a point of telling me the sleeve is a tool in conjunction with many other lifestyle changes. However, my sleeve has given me a chance for a new life more than anything else in the world. With that being said I decided I would eliminate white foods like Pasta, bread, white potatoes, bagels, etc. I have overeaten on starchy foods most of my life. This doesn't mean there won't be a time when I do have some pasta, etc but I have found it quite easy to eliminate these types of foods since being sleeved.

I started walking immediately after surgery. My first attempt, 10 minutes and slowly worked up to 45 minutes. Once I was cleared to go to the gym I got my butt in there. I go 3 days a week and spend an hour minimum to an hour and 20. For now that schedule works best for me. I use the elliptical and I strength train with a trainer or on my own. I start out with 10 mins on elliptical and than I start the strength training, I workout in intervals. Strength train 15 to 20 minutes and then back on the elliptical and repeat. I always get a minimum of 30 mins cardio but try to get an extra 10 to 20 mins at the end if I can.

As far as food, I eat between 650-800 calories a day. I use my fitness pal. I do count the calories in my supplements e.g., liquid Vitamins and calcium chews etc. My NUT says don't worry about calories but focus on Protein. I get at a minimum 65 grams of protein at a minimum but almost everyday 70-80, 80 especially on workout days.

I change my food schedule daily as far as what I eat. On workout days I do have a half cup of steel cut oats for breakfast. I have poached eggs 1 and a morning star sausage patty. If I'm on the run I will have a 30g Premier Protein shake but I make a point of getting my protein through food. I eat rotisserie chicken (no skin, just breast meat), boneless skinless chicken thighs which I make in crockpot with crushed tomatoes and seasonings. Low fat cheese sticks and shrimp (loaded with protein). I also make turkey meatloaf once a week and enjoy salmon and a tablespoon or two of a mashed yam. I recently had 3 oz of filet mignon...I chewed chewed chewed and I felt fine. Red meat is not a staple in my diet but I will have it for a special occasion going forward.

I hope this helps. I'm sure I'm missing some other foods but honestly I eat alot of the same foods. For the first time in my life I eat for nutrition and energy instead of mindlessly stuffing food down all day.

Please message me anytime. But remember, I'm only 2 months out, I am certain there are many advanced members who may offer even better information to you. Im a work in progress. suppose you have to find which works best for you. Best of luck and Happy New Year.[/quote']

Thank you for this information and I am sure I will be messaging you for more info really soon!

Geez, girl... you're going to need a stick to beat the men back! Congrats!

Sleevegirl108,

You look absolutely beautiful! You have worked your sleeve and created a new life! Best wishes for the New Year... The rate you are going your dreams and goals will come true sooner than you think!

One would only hope to have the same success! You inspire me!

You look great! Congrats on your success.