What a difference a year makes... (Pictures - size 20 to size 4!)

[malq1990 170]

You are an inspiration!

[sarahcc 184]

You said you started exercising after the bulk of weight came off what was your weight when you started? Also how many months out?

At my current weight I have a hard time exercising.

I started exercising about 9-10 months post op on a regular basis. I would say the bulk of the weight had come off by then, meaning about 100 pounds. I've lost 117 pounds total as of today, so yeah, the vast majority of it was already gone. That being said, muscle weighs more than fat so if you start exercising earlier you can probably expect to lost weight slower. BUT -- muscle also burns fat, and keeps you healthy and strong, so it's much better in the long run for you. I'm not saying my way was right or wrong, but it is what worked for me and I wouldn't go back and do it any differently

[sarahcc 184]

You were same age same height and almost the same weight.....as me....this is awesome! !!

And trust me when I say that if I can do it, you definitely can too!!