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Today marks almost the end of my first week of my 30day workout challenge. it also is the first day I was able to drink an entire bottle of Water in less than an hour. I have been thirsty like I am going to die for over a month. Water taste awful now, makes me feel very queasy and goes down "hard"no matter what I mixed it with. I decided a week ago I am not going to die if I drink it anyways and I don't want to be dehydrated anymore. I figured the worst case was I would throw it up and then drink some more. Turns out It just sucks going down and then I feel great :) I have only lost about 40 lbs from surgery and about 56 from my highest consistent weight but I am down from a size 20/22 to a 15/16 I am very pleased and I am hoping by focusing on getting more fluids in that the weight-loss and my stamina will remain steady a little longer. (and no I am not hurting myself by making myself drink more water than makes me feel queasy and yes my doctor knows and wants more water for me)

I hike up a trail this week and it felt amazing! the ledge in the photo is where i hiked up to! it was brutal but awesome

I added some current pics...I tried to find befores to add but I found myself so disappointed I couldn't look directly at the screen sorry maybe in the future.

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Today marks almost the end of my first week of my 30day workout challenge. it also is the first day I was able to drink an entire bottle of Water in less than an hour. I have been thirsty like I am going to die for over a month. Water taste awful now, makes me feel very queasy and goes down "hard"no matter what I mixed it with. I decided a week ago I am not going to die if I drink it anyways and I don't want to be dehydrated anymore. I figured the worst case was I would throw it up and then drink some more. Turns out It just sucks going down and then I feel great :) I have only lost about 40 lbs from surgery and about 56 from my highest consistent weight but I am down from a size 20/22 to a 15/16 I am very pleased and I am hoping by focusing on getting more fluids in that the weight-loss and my stamina will remain steady a little longer. (and no I am not hurting myself by making myself drink more water than makes me feel queasy and yes my doctor knows and wants more water for me)

I hike up a trail this week and it felt amazing! the ledge in the photo is where i hiked up to! it was brutal but awesome

I added some current pics...I tried to find befores to add but I found myself so disappointed I couldn't look directly at the screen sorry maybe in the future.

Love your title! It could be my daily anthem....

I've started using a straw which has helped...for some reason it goes down easier and quicker....

Where is the location of your hike? Looks like a beautiful area..

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I love straws and my Doctor said they are not a big deal, they help get everything down :) its North Bend WA

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Seems like your taking charge and winning! You're looking great and hiking is such a wonderful workout! I love the pictures your posted... but I must admit I'm kinda jealous... I have two feet of snow in my back yard!

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I started pouring my bottle into a plastic cup.it went alot easier

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I feel ya! I have started buying the 8oz bottles because it just seems easier to get down. I USED to luv drinking Water and never had issues but it's different now. I have tried crystal light and mio but everything just tastes too sweet:-\ I guess it's a good problem to have because I don't crave anything sweet at all. Makes me nauseous. ..I luv ur pics! I live in the tx panhandle...nothing pretty here!! Congrats on ur weightloss!!

highest weight 224#<br />sx weight 212# (11/20/12)<br />current weight 180#(2/8)

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I had a problem with Water going down "hard" to. I bought the mini water bottle with the squirt sport tops and it helped a lot. I guess just squirting it in my mouth gives me better sized sips and way less air. So far it has helped tremendously.

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Well congrats girl, you look great. As far as the Water have you tried varying temperatures? I usually can only drink room temperature.

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I have tried, I prefer warmer Water, ice cold taste better but my stomach is not happy when I drink cold stuff right now :) I love the mini water bottle idea I need to try that! You all are awesome thank you

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Today marks almost the end of my first week of my 30day workout challenge. it also is the first day I was able to drink an entire bottle of Water in less than an hour. I have been thirsty like I am going to die for over a month. Water taste awful now, makes me feel very queasy and goes down "hard"no matter what I mixed it with. I decided a week ago I am not going to die if I drink it anyways and I don't want to be dehydrated anymore. I figured the worst case was I would throw it up and then drink some more. Turns out It just sucks going down and then I feel great :) I have only lost about 40 lbs from surgery and about 56 from my highest consistent weight but I am down from a size 20/22 to a 15/16 I am very pleased and I am hoping by focusing on getting more fluids in that the weight-loss and my stamina will remain steady a little longer. (and no I am not hurting myself by making myself drink more water than makes me feel queasy and yes my doctor knows and wants more water for me)

I hike up a trail this week and it felt amazing! the ledge in the photo is where i hiked up to! it was brutal but awesome

I added some current pics...I tried to find befores to add but I found myself so disappointed I couldn't look directly at the screen sorry maybe in the future.

Have you seen Jacob or Edward on your hikes? Lucky girl. LOL

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I love straws and my Doctor said they are not a big deal' date=' they help get everything down :) its North Bend WA[/quote']

I though I recognized it :) is it mt si or rattlesnake ridge?

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I though I recognized it :) is it mt si or rattlesnake ridge?

Rattlesnake, one of my faves and is getting easier every time and always worth the mini view:)

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You definitely do not want to get dehydrated! I just returned home from a four day hospital stay for dehydration. Not fun! However, they hydrated me to the max, where I now have to take a Water pill for a few days to relieve the swelling in my legs, ankles, and feet! Go figure!

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