I'm now at 4 months post-op. I had surgery on March 18th w/Dr. Garcia in Tijuana. For me, it was a great experience. He and his whole team went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. And, if you add him on Facebook, Dr. Garcia is awesome about answering any follow-up questions you might have.

I've got a ways to go, but I'm very happy with my progress so far.

wow! You lost 105 lbs in 4 months? That's pretty darn amazing. Good work!

Thanks! There are times when I hit stalls (sometimes up to 3 weeks) and I get so frustrated. But, I just keep with the plan, and it starts coming off again.

WOW! You look great! What did you do to lose so much in such a short time? Are you working out a lot? We have a big trip planned in November and I would really like to be down at least 40 more lbs from now. I've already lost 25 since the pre-op diet and two weeks after surgery. I'm hoping 10 lbs a month is reasonable for me...

105 after 4 months?? Wow, that's extraordinary that's for sure!

I really don't work out at all. I do a lot of physical stuff outside like gardening, mowing, fishing, a lot of activity with work this summer, but no actual exercise routine. I'm hoping to start one next month and maybe join a gym if I can get up the nerve.

 

I do log my food every day. I always get at least 60g of protein and try to keep my calories around 1000. For the first three months or so I was between 700-900. This past month I've moved up to 900-1100 usually.

 

Other than that, I've been pretty lucky. I started with a high weight and bmi, so I know that has contributed to faster weight loss.

We have a big trip planned in November and I would really like to be down at least 40 more lbs from now.

 

You can do it! Just make a plan and stick to it. I'd like to lose another 20 before October 9th. I'm going to a concert and the last time I went to this venue was in November. I had to buy two tickets because I couldn't comfortably fit into one seat. I'm hoping this is a better experience.