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I don't feel those charts are very realistic. So many of us that have been overweight so long have to do what we are comfortable with. I don't know what is technically ideal for me at 5'5" but I can tell you I haven't seen that weight since Jr High School and I'm 38 now! I'm thinking 160-175 is about where I'll finally land and I'm currently at 255. I've lost 100 pounds so far and still have a long way to go. I also rode horses most of my childhood and will NEVER have small thighs! I'm ok with that though. I haven't honestly started exercising per say. I have a 5 month old puppy which has made me more active so that helps. I'll get there....it's all about the journey. Right now, I'm just super excited about Louisville Football season! I get to yell, act crazy and be an idiot. And, I can sit in the seats easier! Gonna be a great year!

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I don't feel those charts are very realistic. So many of us that have been overweight so long have to do what we are comfortable with. I don't know what is technically ideal for me at 5'5" but I can tell you I haven't seen that weight since Jr High School and I'm 38 now! I'm thinking 160-175 is about where I'll finally land and I'm currently at 255. I've lost 100 pounds so far and still have a long way to go. I also rode horses most of my childhood and will NEVER have small thighs! I'm ok with that though. I haven't honestly started exercising per say. I have a 5 month old puppy which has made me more active so that helps. I'll get there....it's all about the journey. Right now, I'm just super excited about Louisville Football season! I get to yell, act crazy and be an idiot. And, I can sit in the seats easier! Gonna be a great year!

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I'm also 5'9. I've lost 106lbs . And have another 100 lbs to go. I'm currently at 270. Down from 376. That's where my doc wants me. But when I met my husband 25 yrs ago I was 185. And really liked that weight. I for sure will been skin removal Surgry. And my family Dr is already talking about me getting my breasts done. Because after this weight loss and breast feeding two babies they're so deflated. Feeling excited and more energetic.

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Ugh... still have 30 pounds to go to my personal goal... 41 to my "normal" BMI.. but that'd be GROSS skinny... things need to speed back up!

My husband is 6 feet tall. He was "lanky" in his youth. His lowest weight at his adult height was 158. That was definitely too skinny. I believe that he thinks his ideal weight is 175-180. He is currently 190. (BTW, he has NOT had bariatric surgery...I had it...) Any way, I think you will know when you get there, what looks good on you. I really think a lot of it has to do with your build. My husband doesn't have broad shoulders. I guess he could work out his arms a lot and build up muscle mass there, but it's not who he is naturally.

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9 pounds to goal. This has been a very challenging journey but I'm glad I had all of you for support. Thank you December sleevers for being there for me through my struggles. 94 pounds lost total all post op.

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hair is Protein. Try the protein hair treatments that would be used after chemical processing. Like 3 whipped eggs with teaspoon Lemon juice or the over the counter stuff. Add more Liquid Protein to the diet. Use a Protein Shake for some of the between meal liquids.< /p>

your so awesome with all this info :)

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Happy day ...I was able to slide on a pair of size 12 jeans :) .....I am only 5 pounds to. Normal BMI...and 17 pounds to get own to Doc goal 147 .....I am about 5'7....surgery 12-26-2012

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Happy day ...I was able to slide on a pair of size 12 jeans :) .....I am only 5 pounds to. Normal BMI...and 17 pounds to get own to Doc goal 147 .....I am about 5'7....surgery 12-26-2012

Those size 12 are looking great on you! Great job!

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Congrats patty. Whats ur stats?

Had the sleeve done December 26, 2013

My highest weight 296

At surgery 264

Currently 164

Goal 147

I am seven months three weeks out

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Sheesh.. I was feeling ok until I caught up on reading this thread. Y'all have done so much better than me. I've accepted that I'm a slow loser and all, but dang... Y'all are doing awesome!

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Lately I've had a change in schedule! I went from being home the summer with my babies to working full time, being a full time student, 3 kids with sports and Tuesday we start school! When I was home I could monitor my meals and water!!! Now I'm all over the place. I don't eat we'll or drink plenty of water! It's take me a minute to get use to the change and its effecting my weight loss! Help....... I'm need encouragement!

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Lately I've had a change in schedule! I went from being home the summer with my babies to working full time' date=' being a full time student, 3 kids with sports and Tuesday we start school! When I was home I could monitor my meals and water!!! Now I'm all over the place. I don't eat we'll or drink plenty of water! It's take me a minute to get use to the change and its effecting my weight loss! Help....... I'm need encouragement![/quote']

I have the same problem. No routine especially because of kids and whacko schedules. I will look for whatever advice other people give you.

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I'm trying to figure out what weight is right for me. I'm 20 lbs away from goal and a normal BMI but when I look in the mirror with all the loose skin it feels like I could easily go 30+ more lbs down. I have NO idea what 20 lbs on a 170 lb 5' 6" frame looks like so I might take the 20 off and feel just right.

I'm just kinda lost right now. Happy to be down 100+ lbs but no clue where I'm gonna land or what I'm gonna do.

Well I am 5'6 and I understand how you fell I was gonna stop at 180 but i was still way to big so I took it to 165 and still not happy now I'm going for 150-155 I think there I will be okay I'm almost there and am okay with this weight Its the skin that has my tripping I'm set up for skin removal soon so its all good. maybe then I can really see my hard work.

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