As of tomorrow, i am 7 weeks post op and 100 pounds down including pre op diet loss (24lbs). i couldnt be happier. i am averaging 3 lbs a day and no sign of slowing down. I was told of a possible stall at 4 weeks but havent experienced that yet. i am working out a lot and doing lots of hiking and focusing on my protein as much as possible. im so excited. i went from a size 24 pants to and 18 pant, and an 3x top to an XL!!! I can even fit the shirts at The Gap! Im ecstatic!! I am taking a trip to pUERTO RICO in april and by then i am estimating that i should be at goal! Very exciting! im so happy

That is awesome!! Way to go! Go out and grab life you earned it!

Awesome! How many calories do you eat day? What does your exercise plan look like?

Wowwww!!! That is so awesome! Boy I better get my rear end in gear with the protein drinks. I'm only 15 day post op and down 20 since starting the journey. What kind of workout are you doing and when did you start it after surgery?

i work out 5 times a week including twice a day on the weekends, also i hike often and i do the "Culver city stairs" which is like a mountain with stairs going up forever, i mean there are so many darn stairs and i do that every weekend. . i am eating my protein shakes for breakfast or i may have quinoa with dried cranberries and egg then for snack, i have string cheese or fruit or protein bars and another shake for dinner. i dont count calories because i am very active and i pay attention to my body. i eat small snacks in between meals and i drink nothing but water or crystalite. As soon as i feel satisfied, i stop eating. And i carry healthy snacks where ever i go. I love salad and my fridge is packed with left overs because i stop eating not when i am full but when i am satisfied. i LOVE my sleeve!

Also, If you guys are experiencing low energy then you must focus on your protein. The only time i experience low energy is when i dont drink my protein. Its your bodies source of energy and if you are doing an intense work out then have a protein shale before you work out and a piece of a banana just so your body doesnt go on empty in the middle of your work out. Knowledge is power!

Hi, your doing so awesome!! The working out everyday is paying off big time. Congratulations!!! You will be there for your vacation I'm sure. One question? I'm 9 weeks and I haven't even tried salad yet. I have had really good luck, I haven't had any issues with food I can eat anything. You can tolerate salad at 7 weeks? That's great!

Also...What protein bars have you found that we can have. I'm needing some new food ideas.

I was also wondering what protein you drink ? I have been drinking premier from Costco. Grab it and go, 30 grams of protein only 1 gram of sugar.

@ Stephers, i am on solids now per my surgeon. Yes, i get full on 3-4 bites but its a salad and its nutritious. Protein bars that i buy are the natures valley 10G protein bars. i literally eat a quater of the bar at a time and its fine for me. Take small bites and take your time Stephers, and stop as soon as you feel anything in your tummy.

i am drinking Nectars protein shakes. I love it. i blend it with ice and go.

P.S, you guys dont forget that i am only 27 so my results are not typical. Everyones results are different.

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You are doing amazing... Keep up the good work!

How soon after surgery did you start working out? And thanks for all the information!

Wow, Have to say I am envious that is amazing not doing the exercise you are and eating more real food maybe the answer is to go back to protein shakes?!

But with those results amazing do you mind me asking how tall you are?

You are doing amazing... Keep up the good work!

How soon after surgery did you start working out? And thanks for all the information!

2 weeks! Thank you!

Wow, Have to say I am envious that is amazing not doing the exercise you are and eating more real food maybe the answer is to go back to Protein shakes?!

But with those results amazing do you mind me asking how tall you are?

i am only 5'7.5, thank you

wow that's amazing! Good job!!