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FEBRUARY SLEEVERS 2013....how you doing after you've been Sleeved

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jlbstep    26

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I, like so many of you do not like the new version. I was sleeved 2/18/13 and went to the doctor today. My labs are good, cholesterol is still a little high but I have not been taking the medication. My A1C is at 7.0 and I am scheduled for a sleep study to see if I can discontinue use of my CPAP & oxygen at night. I have lost 80 pounds and am at my goal. I weigh 3 pounds heavier at the doctors office than on my scales. But, that is ok. I am very pleased and would have the surgery again with no hesitation. It was the best thing I did for my health. I am slowly coming off medications. One step at a time, it is a journey and each time I look in the mirror I am still a little surprised to see the new me!

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Evolving    973

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You look Amazing!!! Way too goooo!!

Aww ty

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EweLewz    107

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"I believe a magic number does not exist, as there are too many variables to factor. How many calories are consumed, amount of exercise, age, genetics, etc. Anyone that believes that the surgery alone will lead them to their goal weight is mistaken. WE must change our eating habits and refrain from eating the foods that lead to our obesity."

I totally agree with you on this. That's the part that is so important to realize. My surgeon told me I could expect to lose 60-70% of my excess weight from the surgery alone, which would be 70 to 80 lbs for me. The rest he said would come off if I stuck with the lifestyle changes. He emphasized how people can defeat their WLS by not sticking with their plan and returning to the habits that caused them to be so obese in the first place. It is my biggest fear that I could go off the rails and regain all the weight I've lost!

Simply being aware of what can happen makes me certain you will not return to your old habits. Despite getting cravings every now and then, I absolutely refuse to cave...even a little (which often leads to alot). After all, nothing tastes as good as thin feels!

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ashes304    16

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Sw: 356

Cw: 244

I've lost 111.4 pounds. My surgery was 2/20/13

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Evolving    973

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Sw: 356

Cw: 244

I've lost 111.4 pounds. My surgery was 2/20/13

Nice job!!!!!!

WTG!!!!

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penman53    493

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I was sleeved on July 24 2013 and now it is Dec 6th. I am down 86 pounds from my day of surgery weight os 341. I feel fantastic. I am so happy with my stamina and that I can walk, exercise, tie my shoes!!!! I can now go to the range and shoot matches and score my own targets. Life has gotten so much better for me. I can't tell you guys how happy I am that I had this surgery. I'm one happy 60 year old man.

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Evolving    973

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I was sleeved on July 24 2013 and now it is Dec 6th. I am down 86 pounds from my day of surgery weight os 341. I feel fantastic. I am so happy with my stamina and that I can walk, exercise, tie my shoes!!!! I can now go to the range and shoot matches and score my own targets. Life has gotten so much better for me. I can't tell you guys how happy I am that I had this surgery. I'm one happy 60 year old man.

Yay!!!!!' That's great

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Wls4me    163

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I'm glad I found this thread again. I had been following it but lost it (and many others) in the upgrade :/ I was sleeved on 2/27/13. SW:260. CW:168. GW:160 (I think). Almost there. Hope to hit 160 by the New Year! 92lbs gone forever!

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Johanna1955    69

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I'm down 91 lbs. I'm 18 lbs from my goal. I am very happy with my sleeve. My husband is having surgery on Jan 2nd!

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Johanna1955    69

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I'm down 91 lbs. I'm 18 lbs from my goal. I am very happy with my sleeve. My husband is having surgery on Jan 2nd!

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mvickyway    256

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Sw: 356

Cw: 244

I've lost 111.4 pounds. My surgery was 2/20/13

My DOS was also 2/20/13!!

Dos = 224

Cw = 168

Gw = 150 then 135

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MommaJo93    2

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Hello fellow February babies! I am very proud of everyone in this thread, it is very inspiring to read. I haven't been motivated to work out at all. :( I know I have to, but I can't seem to get moving. Dec 11,2013 I had a robotic assisted hysterectomy. I can't do anything for two weeks now expect walking. I was told to do weight training to tone loose skin? Anyone have some exercises that worked for that? At least I can get the equipment ready while I'm down for 2 weeks. My weight loss is super slow. I seem to be playing with the same 5 pounds. I think only exercise will boost it again. I also find it strange I keep the weight the same but my body is changing in size. I'm in size 8 and some 10. Same as my sister who wears the same size as me but weighs 140?? I'm big boned. She is not. Any advice on kicking it back up to loose?

SW: 232

CW: 169

GW: 135

Many blessings to all!

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erp    2,016

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Hello fellow February babies! I am very proud of everyone in this thread, it is very inspiring to read. I haven't been motivated to work out at all. :( I know I have to, but I can't seem to get moving. Dec 11,2013 I had a robotic assisted hysterectomy. I can't do anything for two weeks now expect walking. I was told to do weight training to tone loose skin? Anyone have some exercises that worked for that? At least I can get the equipment ready while I'm down for 2 weeks. My weight loss is super slow. I seem to be playing with the same 5 pounds. I think only exercise will boost it again. I also find it strange I keep the weight the same but my body is changing in size. I'm in size 8 and some 10. Same as my sister who wears the same size as me but weighs 140?? I'm big boned. She is not. Any advice on kicking it back up to loose?

SW: 232

CW: 169

GW: 135

Many blessings to all!

You're right that exercise will improve your shape. I started strength training a few months ago and it is making a difference. I have dumbbells of various weights, a balance ball, and a plyometric box at home. As I have gotten more into working out I've added a few things but to get started get some weights and get moving! You'll do great if you stick with it. There are lots of free workout videos on YouTube.

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Evolving    973

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Hello fellow February babies! I am very proud of everyone in this thread, it is very inspiring to read. I haven't been motivated to work out at all. :( I know I have to, but I can't seem to get moving. Dec 11,2013 I had a robotic assisted hysterectomy. I can't do anything for two weeks now expect walking. I was told to do weight training to tone loose skin? Anyone have some exercises that worked for that? At least I can get the equipment ready while I'm down for 2 weeks. My weight loss is super slow. I seem to be playing with the same 5 pounds. I think only exercise will boost it again. I also find it strange I keep the weight the same but my body is changing in size. I'm in size 8 and some 10. Same as my sister who wears the same size as me but weighs 140?? I'm big boned. She is not. Any advice on kicking it back up to loose?

SW: 232

CW: 169

GW: 135

Many blessings to all!

I haven't been exercising at all!!

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nsquared    232

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So glad this forum is back online. I've decided I need it to stay on top of myself. I was sleeved 02/04/2013. I am very close to goal and have lost quite a bit of weight, more than 130lbs. This final stretch is killing me! Glad have you guys back.

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      1. Selina333

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        I'm so happy for you! You are about to change your life. I was so glad to get the sleeve done in Dec. I didn't have feelings of regret overall. And I'm down almost 60 lbs. I do feel a little sad at restaurants. I can barely eat half a kid's meal. I get adults meals often because kid ones don't have the same offerings at times. Then I feel obligated to eat on that until it's gone and that can be days. So the restaurant thing isn't great for me. All the rest is fine by me! I love feeling full with very little. I do wish I could drink when eating. And will sip at the end. Just a strong habit to stop. But I'm working on it! You will do fine! Just keep focused on your desire to be different. Not better or worse. But different. I am happy both ways but my low back doesn't like me that heavy. So I listened (also my feet!). LOL! Update us on your journey! I'm not far from you. I'm in Houston. Good luck and I hope it all goes smoothly! Would love to see pics of the town you go to for this. I've never been there. Neat you will be traveling for this! Enjoy the journey. Take it one day at a time. Sometimes a few hours at a time. Follow all recommendations as best you can. 💗

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